High LADWP bills take center stage in Bass-Raman mayoral race
As frustration grows over rising LADWP bills, L.A. mayoral candidate Nithya Raman is calling for an audit and greater oversight of the utility.
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OEM employee files lawsuit, claims LA County punished him for blowing whistle on Eaton Fire response
A senior employee in Los Angeles County's OEM has filed a lawsuit, alleging he faced retaliation after blowing the whistle on the county's response during the Eaton Fire.
City controller subpoenas LA28 records amid transparency dispute over Olympic finances
Los Angeles City Controller Kenneth Mejia has issued a subpoena seeking financial records from LA28 after the organization allegedly failed to provide documents he requested in August.
Long Beach congressman calls for probe after ICE agents accused of breaking man's arm
Video of an ICE arrest in Long Beach is drawing scrutiny. Now, a local congressman is calling for an investigation.
1 killed, 6 others hurt in shooting at Eastvale house party, deputies say
No arrests have been made after one person was killed and six others were hurt in a shooting at a house party in Eastvale on Saturday night, according to deputies.
O.J. Simpson case: Unsealed court records reveal informant provided information about missing murder weapon
More than 30 years after O.J. Simpson was acquitted of killing Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, unsealed court records are raising questions about the murder weapon.
Complaint alleges destructive Norte Fire that burned homes in San Clemente was caused by San Diego Gas & Electric equipment failure
An expected lawsuit alleges the destructive Norte Fire in Orange County was caused by a San Diego Gas & Electric equipment failure.
How Connie Britton played two characters in Hulu's mystery series 'Phony'
Could you tell if your mom was switched out for an imposter? That's the premise of "Phony," starring Connie Britton and Sam Nivola. Watch Oct. 20 on Hulu.
Richard Riehle, actor best known for 'Office Space,' dies at 78
Richard Riehle, a veteran character actor known for roles in hundreds of films and television shows, has died at the age of 78.
Deadly shooting in Columbus, Ohio, was not attack on mosque, but was nearby: police
A reported shooting in the Ohio capital on Monday happened near a mosque, but it wasn't an attack on the house of worship, authorities said.
Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro is facing more charges in Florida related to the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles.
California ballot propositions for the 2026 election: What voters should know and a voting guide
Here's what voters should know about California ballot propositions for 2026, including a voting guide. See what each proposition would do and who's behind the campaigns.
Mississippi attorney general says use of force was justified in death of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley
Mississippi's attorney general says a Senatobia police officer was justified in the use of force in the June shooting death of a 1-year-old boy while responding to a shoplifting call.
Trump golf course: DOJ official clashes with judge in DC golf course case after Trump attacks her
The government's tree removal justification centers on a 2019 landscape report.
More than 1.5 million pounds of hot dogs, deli meat and more recalled nationwide
The recall includes dozens of products sold under a variety of brand names nationwide.
Barbara Palvin, wife of Dylan Sprouse opens up about walking Victoria's Secret runway 6 weeks postpartum
Barbara Palvin is opening up about walking the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show six weeks postpartum.
Mom of 4 survives after massive tree topples on minivan in Santa Clarita amid strong Santa Ana winds
A mother of four says she thought her life was about to end when a huge tree fell on her minivan in Santa Clarita amid powerful Santa Ana winds.
5 found dead inside home in Chicago suburbs of Mundelein, Illinois, police say
Five people were found dead from gunshot wounds inside a home in Mundelein, Illinois, according to police.
ICE agents accused of breaking man's arm in dramatic arrest caught on video in Long Beach
Dramatic new video shows a man calling out for help as ICE agents pin him to the ground in Long Beach. Advocates say he is a U.S. citizen.
Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and Kaia Gerber remember Presley Gerber after death at 27
Presley Gerber died on Sept. 21 at age 27. Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and their daughter, Kaia Gerber made first statement Sunday.
Must-have safety gear to help you enjoy a safe and fun Halloween night
Essential safety gear every parent should have for trick-or-treating.
Chicago Halloween display inspired by Disney's 'Coco' draws hundreds to home on Northwest Side
A Chicago home is bringing a little Disney magic to Halloween, transforming into a scene inspired by the Pixar movie "Coco." The decorations celebrate Día de Muertos with colorful displays inspired by the animated film.
6th beluga whale rescued from Canada park dies at SeaWorld San Diego
A sixth beluga whale rescued from Canada has died at SeaWorld San Diego.
Expedition to a remote Pacific island fails to find fresh clues in hunt for Amelia Earhart’s plane
A recent expedition to a remote South Pacific island to search for wreckage from Amelia Earhart’s lost plane has come up empty.
Elizabeth Holmes movie ‘You Can See Everything’ becomes one of the biggest documentary releases in decades
“You Can See Everything,” Nathan Fielder's documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, just saw one of the biggest box office openings for a documentary in more than 20 years.
Trump signs order aimed at boosting women's health research, backed by the first lady
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at bolstering federal research on women's health, a move pushed by first lady Melania Trump.
Democrats lead Republicans in House vote choice as Trump's approval rating hits record low: ABC/Post/Ipsos poll
Half or more Americans call every household purchase category measured "unaffordable."
National Guard member injured in DC shooting, police say
Police said they were investigating a shooting near the 400 block of 8th Street SE.
Donnie Wahlberg says he survived plane skidding incident
Donnie Wahlberg is speaking out after he said he survived a failed plane takeoff Sunday.
Federal sweep targeting alleged noncitizen voters leads to 28 charges; 1 arrested in Commerce
Federal officials conducted a major voter fraud operation in Commerce as part of the U.S. Department of Justice's "Operation Protect the Vote" initiative.
Elon Musk pledges a share of his SpaceX company to 'every kid in America'
Billionaire Elon Musk on Monday pledged to give one share of his company SpaceX to "every kid in America."
France protests: Prime minister calls for localized curfews in cities to curb rioting and looting
France's Prime Minister says he has instructed prefects to impose “very limited” and “localized” curfews in cities to prevent more rioting and looting.
Driver in deadly Kansas soccer field crash released while investigation continues
Police say a woman who drove a truck onto a soccer field during a youth game in Kansas, killing two people and injuring several others, has been released.
18-year-old with autism found safe days after walking out of Reseda school, police say
A missing teen with autism has been found safe and reunited with his family days after he walked out of his school in Reseda, according to police.
ICE agents accused of breaking man's arm in dramatic arrest caught on video in Long Beach
Dramatic new video shows a man calling out for help as ICE agents pin him to the ground in Long Beach. Advocates say he is a U.S. citizen.
Coyote euthanized after 16-month-old child injured in Atwater Village
A 16-month-old child was injured by a coyote in Atwater Village, where neighbors say earlier concerns went unaddressed.
Video captures shark swimming amongst surfers off Manhattan Beach
A surfer in Manhattan Beach caught more than just waves recently. Video posted to social media shows a shark swimming close to shore.
Air Force member killed rappelling from Alamodome's ceiling in Salute to Armed Forces ceremony
The incident occurred before a football game between Navy and UTSA.
AIDS Walk Los Angeles brings community together to support people living with HIV
AIDS Walk Los Angeles returned to West Hollywood Sunday, raising funds and awareness for HIV/AIDS as ABC7 marks 15 years of supporting the event.
Winning SuperLotto Plus ticket worth $64 million sold in Anaheim
A ticket worth $64 million was sold with all six numbers in Saturday night's SuperLotto Plus drawing.
Hurricane Trudy lashes Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds
Hurricane Trudy has lashed Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
4 people killed, 39 injured in explosion at Canadian military training base
Multiple people were killed and dozens more were injured when a horrific explosion erupted at a Canadian military base, according to authorities and new reports.
Video shows plane crash on NorCal expressway, injuring 2 adults and 1 child
Three people, including a child, were injured Saturday afternoon when a small plane crashed onto a roadway in San Jose, according to fire officials.
Norte Fire: Orange County resident describes jumping into action to help neighbors
When the Norte Fire broke out in Orange County, Justin Ziegler and his dad spotted the flames from a distance and jumped into action.
Pope Leo tells faithful in St. Peter's Square he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has thanked the faithful in St. Peter's Square for their prayers after his hospitalization for lung surgery.
Miley Cyrus honors Dolly Parton with emotional tribute at Hollywood Bowl
Miley Cyrus honored her late godmother Dolly Parton with an emotional performance of "Jolene" and shared a special memory of the country legend.
2 stabbings reported near Taste of Soul festival in Crenshaw; LAPD citywide tactical alert canceled
Two stabbings were reported near the Taste of Soul festival in the Crenshaw area Saturday as the Los Angeles Police Department issued a citywide tactical alert that remained in effect for several hours, authorities said.
Truck drives through soccer field during game in Kansas, killing 2 and hospitalizing 11
A woman drove a truck through a soccer field during a youth game in Kansas on Saturday, killing a 6-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man and sending 11 other victims to the hospital, authorities said.
2 adults, 1 child injured in plane crash on Northern California expressway, fire department says
Three people, including a child, were injured Saturday afternoon when a small plane crashed onto a roadway in San Jose, according to fire officials.
Clouds and rain chances to finally bring fall-like temps to SoCal this week
Southern California is entering a cooling trend, which will finally bring fall-like temperatures and the chance for rain this week.
San Jacinto family warns of tree dangers after wind-blown branch critically injures adult son
As Santa Ana winds are expected to return, a San Jacinto family is sharing its story after high winds led to a devastating injury that nearly killed their loved one.
'No Kings' rallies unfold across SoCal, nationwide as DTLA focuses on immigration, voting rights
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in downtown Los Angeles for a "No Kings" rally and march protesting President Donald Trump's administration.
Pig butchering scam: San Francisco, California retiree Adan Look loses $500,000 in pig butcher scam, then falls for the another online romance scam
San Francisco, California retiree Adan Look lost $500,000 to a fake romance scam involving a "crypto investment." Then, he fell for another pig butchering scam.
Hurricane Trudy strengthens to Category 2 as it approaches Mexico coast
Trudy strengthened to a Category 2 hurricane as it moved toward Mexico 's southwestern and west-central Pacific coast.
Clashes and fires break out as protesters rally across France, joining students
Protesters in Paris have set cars on fire and looted shops as police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse them.
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged support for U.S. sanctions against Russia after President Donald Trump paused them.
Pope Leo returns to the Vatican 4 days after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo has left Rome's Gemelli hospital four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer.
Former Dallas officer who shot a Black man in apartment that she mistook for hers is set for release
Ex-Texas police officer Amber Guyger was granted parole after shooting and killing a man in his apartment in 2018.
What we know about teen gunman who police say opened fire at Bend, Oregon school
The 16-year-old gunman who opened fire at a a special needs classroom at Silver Rail Elementary School in was a former student, investigators revealed Friday.
What we know about the victims in the Bend, Oregon, elementary school shooting
Three children and one teacher were killed at an elementary school in Oregon on Thursday, police said. Another student and teacher were injured.
Oregon school shooting: Father of 2 students identified as bystander who took down suspected gunman
The hero bystander followed the suspected gunman into the building and fatally shot him inside a special needs classroom where the shooting unfolded, the chief said.
El Niño Effect: How climate pattern could reshape California's winter
California could feel significant impacts from the return of El Niño, a climate pattern linked to some of the state's most memorable winter storms.
Judge tosses indictment against actor Timothy Busfield
A New Mexico judge has dismissed an indictment against actor and director Timothy Busfield on four counts of sexual contact of a minor.
Slash X Ranch Cafe brings desert history and hearty eats to Barstow
Slash X Ranch Cafe in Barstow is known for its ranch history, off-road community, live music and hearty comfort food.
ABC launches an updated wildfire tracker
The new ABC wildfire tracker elements includes hotspot boundaries around fires.
Evacuation orders issued as wildfire burns in Orange County, California
The Norte Fire ignited midday Friday in San Clemente, with fire officials warning that wind gusts are causing a "dangerous rate of spread."
Hot, windy weather stokes brush fires in SoCal; power turned off for many across state
The Bryson Fire in Malibu, which prompted evacuation orders and warnings, is among several brush fires burning in Southern California, stoked by hot, windy weather that's led to tens of thousands of people in the state without power after their electricity was turned off.
Oklahoma college football player dies days after suffering 'traumatic injury' during game
An Oklahoma school says sophomore safety Tyler Ulrich has died five days after sustaining what the school called a "traumatic injury" during a game.
Aga's kitchen runs nonstop! Step inside one of America's busiest restaurants.
Aga's Restaurant shares how they manage the incredible demand and keep thousands of orders moving every day.
Viral 'camera-gate' controversy puts Los Angeles camera repair shop in spotlight
A Chinatown camera shop is feeling the heat from TikTokers around the world after a content creator dropped off a precious heirloom camera. We dug into this story that is now being called "camera-gate."
US Coast Guard rescues at least 16 and is searching for more in the water off Mexico's Baja Coast
At least 16 people seen floating in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico's Baja California coast were rescued in the predawn hours Friday, and authorities were searching for several others in an area frequented by smugglers transporting migrants by boat to the U.S.
Trump says he asked press secretary Katie Zacharia to reconsider if she wants the position
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is “transitioning out” of her role, multiple sources and a senior White House official told ABC News on Friday.
Jamie Lee Curtis to receive inaugural Rob and Michele Reiner Champion for Change Award
Jamie Lee Curtis will receive the inaugural Rob and Michele Reiner Champion for Change Award at Children's Institute's annual fundraiser.
Police open investigation into attack on Washington Post journalist in the West Bank
Heidi Levine, a photojournalist working for the Washington Post, was attacked in the West Bank on Friday while covering the annual olive harvest.
Bestselling novel 'Whalefall' makes jump from the page to the big screen in new thriller
The thriller 'Whalefall' brings the bestselling novel of the same name to the big screen in a story that will have you gripping your seat, and your heart.
2 women found dead in suitcases leads to multistate hunt for killer
When human remains were found in suitcases abandoned by the side of a rural Wisconsin road in 2014, a community was left shocked and searching for answers.
Meet 'Codey' the humanoid robot that hopes to tackle loneliness epidemic
The robot, named Codey, was developed by Mind Children and is designed as a social robot rather than a labor robot. Company leaders say its focus is on communication, learning and relationship-building.
Mariana van Zeller goes undercover to explore $1 billion romance scam industry in 'Super Scam Me'
Emmy Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller goes undercover as the victim of a romance scam to expose the $1 billion industry in Nat Geo's "Super Scam Me."
Sean 'Diddy' Combs moved to Pennsylvania prison after reports of a luxury lifestyle behind bars
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports that the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured in a fight at his New Jersey lockup.
Can the new Tesla Roadster fly? Elon Musk unveils what he says is a flying car
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Thursday unveiled a car that he said will be able to fly, a feature long relegated to science fiction and Saturday morning cartoons.
AI-driven workforce changes create anxiety but may offer opportunities
New research from McKinsey suggests the U.S. economy could create more jobs over the next decade than automation replaces.
Las Vegas officials identify a homicide victim whose body was found in a barrel in Lake Mead
Las Vegas officials have identified a homicide victim whose remains were found in a rusted barrel on a Lake Mead shore after the lake's level was depleted amid drought.
Woman arrested after blocking delivery robot in Philadelphia confrontation
A Philadelphia woman was arrested after allegedly refusing to move out of the path of a delivery robot.
Overturned semi shuts down most northbound lanes of 5 Freeway in Irvine
A semi-truck overturned on the 5 Freeway and spilled what appeared to be gravel across the roadway, prompting the closure of most northbound lanes in Irvine Friday morning.
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia says she did not pass bar exam
Zacharia has described herself as a lawyer; Trump called her "an attorney."
Vatican releases images of Pope Leo XIV celebrating Mass post surgery
The Vatican released images of Pope Leo XIV celebrating Mass Friday after having lung surgery earlier this week.
Bones found at Philadelphia home at center of missing women investigation: Sources
Bones have been recovered from a Philadelphia home at the center of an investigation involving several missing women, sources told our sister station WPVI-TV.
A rare family of barn owls moved into Manhattan's Upper West Side
Manhattan's Upper West Side has been reveling in the company of its latest celebrities: A family of barn owls nested in a water tower atop a building near Central Park.
3 Charlotte-Mecklenburg North Carolina police officers resign amid probe into alleged racist texts
Three police officers have resigned amid an investigation into alleged racist texts shared among a group of six officers at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Runaway inflatable pumpkins prompt urge to batten down Halloween decorations
Officials are urging you to batten down those Halloween decorations, as some runaway pumpkins gave people quite a scare.
The 'Piano Man' Billy Joel says he can't drive, perform in new health update
Billy Joel says he can't drive or perform amid his ongoing struggle with the brain condition normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Thanksgiving food forecast: Prices going up, but there are 'bright spots'
With Thanksgiving six weeks away, shoppers will see food prices higher than this time last year.
Father of 3 fatally stabbed in San Juan Capistrano; no arrests made
31-year-old Valentin Onofre Martinez was killed after taking his kids to the park and walking to a store to pick up snacks and drinks.
A giant pumpkin named Rocky gives a champion grower his California comeback
A massive 2,389-pound pumpkin named Rocky grown by horticulture teacher Travis Gienger has won the annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California.
International Radio and Television Society Foundation holds annual mentorship dinner
Wendell Scott, senior vice president of Disney Advertising Sales, received the Hall of Mentorship Award.
Dodgers' dream of a World Series three-peat ends as Brewers complete NLCS sweep
The Dodgers have been eliminated from the postseason as the Brewers completed a sweep of the two-time defending champions in the NLCS.
Ethan Hawke, Tommy Lee Jones, Betty Gilpin, creator Sterlin Harjo talk 'The Lowdown' new mysteries
"The Lowdown" returns with a fresh mystery, bigger stakes and new faces. Ethan Hawke, Betty Gilpin and Tommy Lee Jones preview what's ahead in Season 2, now streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
LADWP employee among 4 suspects accused of causing $200,000 in graffiti damage
Four people, including an LADWP employee, have been arrested in connection to a spree of graffiti vandalism in Los Angeles.
How Historic Filipinotown preserves Filipino culture in LA
Historic Filipinotown is a vibrant hub of Filipino culture in Los Angeles.
'From a little girl to a young lady': The history of the quinceañera
For generations, the quinceañera has marked a milestone in Hispanic culture. But behind the dresses, the dancing, and the celebration is something deeper: a tradition rooted in faith, family, and community.