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The Daily Brief: Diddy Denied Bail After Acquittal On Most Serious Charges, CBS News Settles With Trump, and more.

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Good Afternoon! It’s Wednesday, July 2.

Wednesday saw more sunny weather across Los Angeles with highs peaking at 79°. The sun looks to stick around as the week unfolds with Thursday expecting more sun and highs of 81° forecast.

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Diddy Denied Bail After Partial Acquittal in Federal Case

Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail by a federal judge despite being acquitted of the most serious charges in his Manhattan trial. Although found not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering, the music mogul was convicted on two lesser counts of prostitution-related offenses and will remain in custody until his October 5 sentencing. The judge cited concerns about public safety, referencing allegations of past violence, while prosecutors presented statements from witnesses expressing fear over his potential release.

Paramount Settles Trump Lawsuit Over ‘60 Minutes’ Harris Interview for $16 Million

Paramount will pay $16 million to President Trump after settling a lawsuit over a controversial “60 Minutes” segment featuring Kamala Harris during the 2024 election. Trump alleged the interview was deceptively edited to boost Harris’ image while excluding critical remarks he made about her. The payout will help fund Trump’s presidential library and cover legal fees, as CBS maintains it will not apologize for the broadcast. The settlement also clears a path for Paramount’s pending merger with Skydance Media.

California Leads Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Medicaid Data Sharing with ICE

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of illegally granting ICE access to Medicaid data, violating health privacy laws and putting immigrant communities at risk. The suit, backed by 20 states, claims the administration quietly removed legal safeguards without public input. Advocates warn the move could deter vulnerable patients from seeking life-saving care. Read more about the high-stakes legal battle.

CHP Cracks Down on Dangerous Driving Over July 4th Weekend

The California Highway Patrol is launching a statewide enforcement effort from July 3–6 to curb impaired and reckless driving during the Independence Day holiday. With a zero-tolerance approach, officers will focus on preventing DUI-related crashes and promoting road safety amid a historically deadly weekend for traffic fatalities.

Owen Wilson Tees Off in New Apple TV+ Golf Comedy Stick

Owen Wilson steps into the cleats of a washed-up golf pro in Stick, a new Apple TV+ comedy series about second chances, mentorship, and the humbling world of golf. We caught up with the actor to talk about training for the role, his love for L.A.’s Riviera Country Club, and why the best golf advice he got was to stop overthinking it.

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