The founders behind one of the Golden State’s most famous beer brands are launching a new venture in the San Diego area after the company announced its production facilities would be leaving Southern California. Stone Brewing’s Greg Koch and Steve Wagner, who launched the brand in 1996 with their first keg of Stone Pale Ale, … Read more
Southwest is overhauling its most popular rewards perk — and it’s a lot to unpack. Starting on Jan. 1, the popular airline will be changing the terms of its Rapid Rewards program — a longtime favorite where travelers scored free flights using the Companion Pass. The pass was said to be one of the best … Read more
Icons are icons for a reason. That goes for silver-screen scene-stealers who keep us engrossed with every glance shot or word spoken — and stylish accessories that have stood the test of time, miraculously feeling of-the-moment no matter the decade. When the two combine? Pure magic. Here, five larger-than-life stars who’ve somehow made these prestige … Read more
LA’s beleaguered hometown ski hill is hunting for a new owner. Two years after plans emerged to transform historic Mount Waterman in the San Gabriel Mountains into a private members-only club, the iconic site is back on the market — and actively seeking a new buyer. After years of battling a slew of difficulties largely centered … Read more
A popular Southern California bakery is cooking up something big. Los Angeles-based Porto’s Bakery and Café is bringing its sought-after Cuban pastries to the Inland Empire with a new location in Ontario, California, the burgeoning brand announced this week. The sprawling, 50,000-square-foot location will stretch across three buildings and include a restaurant, café, and retail … Read more
A beloved California bakery that has served up sweet treats and savory pies for 50 years is closing its doors for good Sunday, as soaring costs and mounting business pressures take their toll. Nabolom Bakery & Pizzeria, a longtime Berkeley fixture known for its fruit danishes, challah, cinnamon twists and vegetarian pizzas, will shut down … Read more
It went from a fairy tale to a fiasco. Numerous brides who had booked six-figure weddings at New York City’s legendary — and ultra-luxury — Plaza Hotel have been left scrambling to find altar-nate venues after the bombshell announcement that it was closing in January for at least four years. Christine Carney, whose costly May … Read more
Hollywood’s beloved Cinerama Dome is giving fans a sneak peek at its highly anticipated comeback — and the theater’s storied past is taking center stage. New renderings released by the Dome and Alamo Drafthouse, the theater chain purchased by Sony in 2024, show off a retro-inspired revamp featuring wood-paneled walls, gold-toned accents and rust-colored carpeting. … Read more
This fast food chain has the meats — and now, a tasty new drop of specialty sandwiches. Earlier today, the fast food behemoth Arby’s, known best for its mouthwatering roast beef offerings, released its latest sandwich releases, including a Chicken Cheesesteak, Chicken Deluxe Cheesesteak and Spicy Chicken Cheesesteak. The sandwiches all feature chicken marinated in … Read more
Pop star Christina Aguilera has pulled off yet another stunning red carpet look, this time sporting a black sheer outfit while attending the National PrEP Day in Los Angeles over the weekend. Aguilera was one of multiple stars who appeared at the queer-friendly event, and she arguably stole the show with a mesh minidress on … Read more
This lightsaber could slash through your life savings. The iconic red lightsaber prop that Darth Vader wielded in “The Empire Strikes Back” is slated to go under the hammer next month at Heritage Auctions in New York City. In the 1980 “Star Wars” sequel, the Sith Lord had used the crimson laser sword to sever … Read more
Michael Jackson’s legendary gloves, loafers and “Thriller” jacket are headed to auction — with the iconic items estimated to fetch well over $1 million. Los Angeles-based Julien’s Auctions on Wednesday unveiled four pieces worn by Jackson ahead of a December auction in Abu Dhabi. Michael Jackson performs during The Jackson Five’s Victory Tour, circa 1984. © … Read more
A classic California diner could soon be reduced to rubble. The future of Mel’s Drive-In in Santa Monica is uncertain as the site’s owners have submitted plans to raze the iconic diner and replace it with a hulking mixed-use building. Plans for the new building call for an eight-story structure with 138 apartments. There will … Read more
Luke Combs is whipping up a “Hurricane” on the Las Vegas Strip, and coming straight into Blake Shelton’s territory. The country superstar‘s massive Category 10 honky-tonk will officially open Oct. 15 at the Flamingo Las Vegas, transforming the former Margaritaville into a three-story boozy country playground with seven bars, two stages and enough room for … Read more
California’s burger king still reigns supreme. A new foodie ranking naming the most iconic burger joint in every state has crowned In-N-Out Burger Golden State’s patty purveyor. But the specific location chosen is steeped in fast-food royalty: Baldwin Park, the beloved chain’s birthplace. Back in 1948, founders Harry and Esther Snyder opened California’s very first … Read more
More than three years after his passing, fans of Paul Reubens and his beloved character Pee-Wee Herman can take home some special items from the actor’s life. Julien’s Auction is presenting Pee-Wee’s Big Auction, where over 400 items from Reubens’ life and career will be put on the block. The auction will take place online … Read more
Elvis’s sunglasses are set to fetch $26,542 at auction. Worn by The King, the Neostyle eyewear were given to close friend, bodyguard and martial arts sparring partner Red West. West then gifted them to Charlie Hodge, a friend who lived with Elvis at Graceland and kept them in his personal collection for 25 years. They … Read more
Everybody knows how to see the Hollywood sign: look up. But getting a good view of it — or figuring out how to get close — is surprisingly complicated. Where to see the Hollywood sign in LA We spent a day testing some of the most popular ways to see Los Angeles’ most recognizable landmark, … Read more
Best friends Elyce Arons and Kate Spade idolized Mary Tyler Moore. Because of “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” about a plucky single reporter in 1970s Minneapolis, the two bonded, studied journalism and launched two companies: Kate Spade and Frances Valentine, whose colorful, vintage-inflected fashions owe a debt to Moore’s retro threads. “I wanted to be … Read more
Call it mad cow. After over 100 years, the iconic cheese brand known for its guffaw has officially wiped the smile off its face. The century-old company, Laughing Cow, has just announced a huge packaging change to replace its main character’s smile. Shoppers in the cheese aisle will spot an abrupt mood shift as the … Read more