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The Daily Brief: Weinstein Retrial Ends in Another Mistrial, Los Angeles' Guide to California Roadtrips, and more.
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Good Afternoon! It’s Friday, May 15.
Los Angeles saw cloudy skies on Friday, with highs reaching 70°. Sunny conditions are expected Saturday, when temperatures will climb to around 73°.
Harvey Weinstein Retrial Ends in Another Mistrial
Harvey Weinstein’s Manhattan retrial ended Friday in a dramatic mistrial after jurors once again failed to reach a unanimous verdict on the rape charge involving accuser Jessica Mann. Despite days of deliberations and a formal Allen charge from the judge urging jurors to continue discussions, the panel remained deadlocked. The outcome marks the second hung jury tied to Mann’s allegations and leaves prosecutors facing a decision on whether to pursue yet another trial.

The Los Angeles Magazine Guide to California Roadtrips
From the wine rooms and bohemian charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea to the luxury resorts of Santa Barbara and the ever-evolving food scene in Las Vegas, Los Angeles Magazine’s latest travel guide rounds up the best roadtrip destinations within driving distance of L.A. Discover where to stay, eat and unwind this summer, including standout escapes in Palm Springs and Long Beach.
Dana Williamson’s Guilty Plea Shakes California Governor’s Race
Former Gavin Newsom chief of staff Dana Williamson pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges tied to a scheme involving dormant campaign funds connected to Xavier Becerra, sending fresh shockwaves through California’s already chaotic governor’s race just weeks before the June 2 primary. Prosecutors say Williamson helped siphon $225,000 from Becerra-linked accounts as part of an FBI corruption probe known as the “Conduit Scheme.” Williamson now faces up to 30 years in prison ahead of her July sentencing.
3 Stylish New Hotels Are Heating Up Los Angeles This Summer
Los Angeles’ hospitality scene is getting a major refresh with three new luxury hotel openings across Beverly Hills and West Hollywood. From the Parisian-inspired boutique charm of Hotel Lili to Ian Schrager’s highly anticipated Public West Hollywood and the reimagined Valorian on the Sunset Strip, these properties are bringing fresh design, rooftop nightlife and elevated dining to the city just in time for summer travel.
Marcus Jernmark Is Reimagining Fine Dining at Lielle
After leading kitchens at Aquavit, Per Se and Stockholm’s three-Michelin-starred Frantzén, Swedish chef Marcus Jernmark has brought his ambitious new vision to Los Angeles with Lielle in Pico-Robertson. The intimate restaurant blends Nordic preservation techniques, peak California produce and a relaxed, music-filled atmosphere into a four-course dining experience that challenges traditional fine dining expectations. From fermented asparagus sauces to house-baked sourdough and rotating seasonal menus, Lielle is as personal as it is inventive.

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