The Pacific Park Ferris wheel on Santa Monica Pier turned purple and gold to honor Kobe Bryant, who passed away Sunday in a helicopter crash at the age of 41.
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Kings to Hold ‘Kingsiest,’ Scariest, Silliest Halloween Costume Contest Tonight
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