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The Daily Brief: Kimmel Returns Tonight but Not for Everyone, New Subpoenas in Gilbert Arenas' Poker Ring Case, and more.
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Good Afternoon! It’s Tuesday, September 23.
Despite forecasts of possible rain earlier in the week, Tuesday saw sunny skies across Los Angeles with warm weather peaking at a high of 88°. More sun is expected on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to relent slightly with a high of 82° forecast.
Jimmy Kimmel’s Return to ABC Faces Station Boycott
Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to late-night tonight following a brief FCC suspension, but not all viewers will be able to tune in. Nexstar and Sinclair—two broadcasting giants that own about a quarter of ABC affiliates—have announced they will not air “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” amid ongoing merger talks and political tensions. The decision underscores the deep influence of station ownership on what Americans see on network television.

Feds Subpoena Gilbert Arenas’ Business Manager in Poker Ring Probe
Former NBA star Gilbert “Agent Zero” Arenas remains under federal scrutiny after prosecutors subpoenaed his business manager, Regina Jones, as a witness in a case tied to an alleged high-stakes poker ring run out of his Encino mansion. Court records reveal the judge permitted Arenas to stay in contact with Jones despite restrictions, as the sweeping case also involves a reputed Israeli mobster, a professional poker player, and a convicted trafficker. Four co-defendants are out on bond, while one remains jailed as the probe into the luxury gambling network continues.
Justin Bieber Scores $10M Deal to Headline Coachella 2026
Justin Bieber is set to make his long-awaited U.S. return at Coachella 2026, headlining both weekends with a blockbuster deal reportedly worth over $10 million. The arrangement, struck directly with Goldenvoice, places him among the festival’s highest-paid performers, alongside names like Beyoncé, The Weeknd, and Bad Bunny. The shows will feature music from his recent albums SWAG and SWAG II, marking his first stateside performance since the canceled Justice World Tour.
L.A. Attorney Fined $10K for Filing ChatGPT-Generated Fake Cases
A Los Angeles attorney has been hit with a record $10,000 fine after submitting an appeal riddled with fabricated evidence generated by ChatGPT. The filing contained numerous fake citations and non-existent cases, prompting the court to issue its strongest warning yet against relying on generative AI in legal proceedings. The case marks California’s largest fine to date for AI misuse in the courtroom and highlights the growing national concern over attorneys turning to AI without proper oversight.
The Legendary Estates of Beverly Hills Returns in Lavish Reissue
A timeless classic is back—The Legendary Estates of Beverly Hills, the late Jeff Hyland’s celebrated book, returns this September in a new expanded edition from Rizzoli. Featuring the architectural histories of 50 grand manors alongside vivid portraits of the Hollywood icons and industry titans who once lived there, the volume blends vintage imagery with striking modern photography. With an introduction by Hyland’s widow, Lori, the book captures the rise of Beverly Hills from bean fields to one of the world’s most storied enclaves of wealth and glamour.

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