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The Daily Brief: Nathan Hochman Sworn In, North Korean Spy Busted, and more.

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Good Afternoon! It’s Wednesday, Dec 4.

With a high of 64°, we will have cloudy skies throughout the day in Los Angeles.

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Nathan Hochman Sworn In As Los Angeles County District Attorney

Nathan Hochman, a seasoned former federal prosecutor, is now the District Attorney for Los Angeles County, succeeding George Gascón. The ceremony, led by Arnold Schwarzenegger, marks a shift anticipated to restore law and order. Hochman, who ran as an independent, plans to reverse several policies from Gascón’s administration, including the no-bail policy and limitations on sentencing enhancements for certain crimes. In a move that's garnered national attention, Hochman will also review the convictions of Lyle and Erik Menendez, involving discussions on parole eligibility amidst claims of self-defense and past abuse. Hochman's stated priorities highlight his focus on individual case circumstances and advocating for victims at parole hearings.

North Korean Spy Busted by Feds for Shipping Military Grade Weapons to Foreign Adversary

Authorities have dismantled a plot involving a Chinese spy living in the U.S. aimed at delivering military-grade weapons to North Korea. Federal agents confiscated weapons set to support North Korea’s military goals. Discover the chilling details behind this spy operation and why it was critical to U.S. and allied security interests.

L.A. Magazine Cover Stars Take Home Big Wins at 34th Annual Gotham Awards

The Gotham Awards celebrated outstanding creativity in film! Sebastian Stan's "A Different Man" grabbed Best Feature, while Colman Domingo impressed with his performance in "Sing Sing." Discover who else shone at the ceremony and the exciting future talents making their mark!

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