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The Daily Brief: COVID Money Grab That Took Down O.C. Power Broker, One of Oscar Season's Early Proving Grounds, and more.

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Andrew Curry
October 23, 2024

Good Afternoon! It’s Wednesday, October 23.

With a high of 85°, it will be another beautiful warm fall day in Los Angeles. It looks like temps will start to drop each day into the low 70s by mid-next week.

The COVID Money Grab That Took Down an O.C. Power Broker

Andrew Hoang Do, a former Orange County Supervisor, faces a federal charge after confessing to a scheme involving over $550,000 in bribes. Do directed more than $10 million in COVID relief funds to Warner Wellness Center, a charity associated with his daughter. The scandal, unveiled by the LAist's investigative work, led to his resignation and surrender of two properties purchased with the pilfered funds. The former prosecutor's fraudulent activities betrayed public trust, drawing criticism from multiple officials.

New Order, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds to Headline Cruel World Festival 2025

Are you ready for a legendary music experience? New Order and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds headline Cruel World 2025! Catch their only show on May 17 at Brookside. Early ticket sales start on October 24!

Telefèric Barcelona Splashes Onto the Long Beach Dining Scene

Craving authentic Spanish flavors? Telefèric Barcelona's new Long Beach spot, run by siblings Xavi and Maria Padrosa, offers a genuine culinary journey. Dive into a menu filled with tapas, paellas, and unique creations from Executive Chef Oscar Cabezas. Get a taste of Spain right at the coast!

On the Ground at One of Oscar Season's Early Proving Grounds

Montclair Film Festival dazzled with the premiere of "Conclave," setting its sights on the Oscars. Discover how star-studded screenings and lively discussions encapsulate this prestigious event in Montclair.

SoCal inventor looking for solution to ward off unwanted visitors creates Blue Chirper device. Here's how it works

The Blue Chirper combines blue flashing lights with the annoying sounds of crickets to discourage anyone from setting up camp where they're not wanted. Activated by a motion detector, the results were obvious and immediate.

L.A.'s promise of "car free" Olympics running short on time and money

L.A. wants a car-free Olympics but the $3.3 billion in transportation projects needed to make it happen are only 5% funded. Officials are looking to the next presidential administration for help.

Measure A: Mayor Bass urges support for sales tax hike to fund homelessness programs

Mayor Karen Bass called on voters to approve a new countywide measure that is estimated to bring in more than $1 billion annually to address the crisis.

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