Day: November 24, 2025

California politicians pressed by singer-songwriter who alleges harassment by trans woman in L.A. gym bathroom

California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell had a tense exchange over the weekend with Tish Hyman, a singer-songwriter who has gone viral in recent weeks after allegedly being harassed by a trans woman in a gym locker room, and he’s not the first Golden State politician to hear from her directly. Read More

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande pay tribute to ‘Wicked’ roles

“Wicked: For Good” has flown into theaters, closing the curtain on the film adaptation of the popular musical. The film’s leading ladies are looking back on their time portraying the iconic characters Glinda and Elphaba. “I could write you an essay, a poem, Shakespearean prose, to describe what this journey Read More

Stone Groove Stillhouse: A Distillery Where Music Shapes Whiskey

It took a few beats to wrap my head around just how music could influence the flavor of a spirit. That’s the whole idea behind those produced at Jeff and Christa Duggan’s new concept, Stone Groove Stillhouse. It’s a distillery, bar, and 50-seat restaurant that, in addition to musically infused Read More

On the Move: Tripepi Smith Welcomes Mark Pulone as a Director

PUBLIC AFFAIRS Mark Pulone has joined Tripepi Smith, California’s largest local government-focused communications and public affairs firm, as a director. Pulone brings more than 35 years of public-sector expertise to the firm. He previously was city manager for the cities of Yorba Linda and Aliso Viejo and assistant city manager Read More