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By pausing and waiting to sign any paperwork, people can catch potential fraud.
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Three psychologists said Morgan Geyser is mentally ready for supervised release.
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ABC News Live Prime: Friday, January 10, 2025
Deadly wildfires continue to burn out of control in Southern California as residents start to see the devastation; Trump sentenced by NY Judge & Supreme Court hears TikTok case.
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Southern Californians grapple with loss of homes in fires
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with Kim Grant, a music publicist from Altadena, about evacuating and losing her home in the fires in Altadena.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, January 10, 2024
Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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By The Numbers: Hottest year on record
A look at the numbers behind the rising temperatures across the globe, as 2024 was the warmest year on record for Earth.
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Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size
Tens of thousands of California residents have been forced to flee their homes.
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Trump sentenced to an ‘unconditional discharge’ in hush money trial
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with attorney Neama Rahmani on Trump’s sentencing in the hush money case and what the next steps could look like.
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Altadena local leader on the scale of the community’s devastation
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with California State Assembly Member John Harabedian about the deadly fires that have destroyed large parts of the Altadena community, which he represents.
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Altadena resident describes waking up to the wildfire
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with Altadena resident Claire Dillavou about her family losing multiple homes to the fire.
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Sentencing finalizes Trump's conviction, ends embarrassing chapter
Trump will be the first president to enter office with a criminal record.
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January 10
Here's why you shouldn't fly drones over Southern California's wildfire-ravaged areas
If a drone is in the air, then all firefighting aerial operations shut down.
January 10
January 10
LA County fire captain describes navigating the front lines of wildfires
Captain Sheila Kelliher Berkoh, who has been on the front lines in Topanga Canyon, shares her experiences and challenges of battling devastating wildfires.
January 10
January 10
New Orleans police release bodycam video of fatal shooting during New Year's attack
The footage shows the suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, shooting from behind an airbag as several officers surround his truck after he crashed into a crowd on the city’s iconic Bourbon Street.
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California house still standing after ember stomped out
ABC News' Kayna Whitworth returns to the neighborhood where she and her team stomped out a soccer ball-sized ember that landed in the front yard of a Malibu house early Wednesday morning.
January 10
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California mother of 3 displaced by Eaton fire
Nadine Isaacs, who fled from Altadena, California, with her three children to escape the deadly Eaton fire, shared her harrowing experience in her own words.
January 10
January 10
Kyren Lacy, top NFL draft prospect, wanted for negligent homicide after deadly crash
Kyren Lacy was LSU's top wide receiver last season.
January 10
January 10
Trump's co-defendants again seek to delay release of Jack Smith's final report
They want to keep the AG from releasing the report to members of Congress.
January 10
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California fires prompt acts of generosity among residents
Thousands of acres have burned and at least 10 people are believed to be dead.
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Trump sentencing transcript: Listen to Trump's entire hush money sentencing hearing
He was sentenced for falsifying business records to influence the 2016 election.
January 10
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Giuliani found in contempt for repeating false claims about 2 election workers
The ex-New York City mayor owes the two election workers $148 million.
January 10
January 10
Record snow falls in many cities in the South
Texas, Georgia and others have declared states of emergency.
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This is how the worst fire in Pacific Palisades history became possible
The Palisades Fire is only 6% contained.
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LPGA golfer Amy Alcott, a Palisades resident, comments on California fire
Hundreds of homes, including mega-mansions, have burned in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles.
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Pasadena animal shelter helping more than 400 animals from Eaton Fire
Dia DuVernet from the Pasadena Humane Society, which has been around for over 100 years, said, “This has been a human and animal tragedy.”
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Where California wildfire victims can find food, housing and other resources
Here is the emergency assistance available to wildfire victims right now.
January 10
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FEMA outlines federal response to California wildfires
The White House is holding a press briefing with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, outlining more about the five sprawling wildfires around the LA area.
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How to Cope with Fire-Related Trauma
Psychiatrist Dr. Gary Small, whose house was destroyed in the Palisades fire, discusses how to process and manage trauma caused by wildfires.
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Report warns of looming insurance crisis following wildfires
SF Chronicle’s Emilio Garcia-Ruiz shares insights from their investigative report on insurance companies canceling policy renewals across the state and the potential impact after recent wildfires.
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California wildfires maps show evacuations, power outages, air quality
ABC News captures the blazes ripping through Los Angeles County.
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Passengers evacuate plane after Delta flight aborts takeoff in Atlanta
The plane was carrying 201 passengers and seven crew members.
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January 10
Fire home insurance: What people in California should not do
By pausing and waiting to sign any paperwork, people can catch potential fraud.
January 10
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LA couple reflects on losing their home in California wildfire
Carl and Arelette Foshage left their home in Eaton Canyon on Tuesday as a precaution. Since then, the Eaton fire tragically approached and destroyed their home.
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Meta joins companies rolling back some DEI policies
McDonald's, like others, expanded DEI goals in the wake of George Floyd's death.
January 10
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Delta flight evacuated on tarmac after takeoff aborted
Delta said the takeoff was suspended due to an engine issue.
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January 10
Scenes of devastation from Palisades, Eaton fires; thousands of structures destroyed
Photos from the Palisades and Eaton fires highlight the mounting loss.
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January 10
National headlines from ABC News
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Donald Trump speaks in court during sentencing hearing
"This has been a very terrible experience," Trump says, addressing the court virtually on a large monitor in the courtroom.
January 10
January 10
President-elect Trump sentenced to an unconditional discharge in hush money case
Before sentencing Trump, Judge Merchan emphasizes that the "protections afforded to the office of the president" apply only to that office, "not the occupant of the office."
January 10
January 10
California fires weather forecast: Red flag warning to end Friday night
Santa Ana winds gusted over 80 mph overnight in the mountains outside of LA.
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January 10
Hiring boost indicates Trump will inherit healthy economy
Jobs data arrives weeks before the Fed decides whether to cut interest rates.
January 10
January 10
Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's efforts to overturn 2020 election
Trump pleaded not guilty before the case was dismissed due to DOJ policy.
January 10
January 10
Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's handling of classified documents
Trump pleaded not guilty before he was dropped from the case due to DOJ policy.
January 10
January 10
Slender Man stabbing assailant to be released from mental health facility
Morgan Geyser, one of the two assailants in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing case, will be released from a mental health facility, a judge ruled Thursday.
January 10
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Discovery of backyard burial leads to killer’s arrest, then justice
“20/20” looks at the disappearance of Michael Shaver.
January 10
January 10
Donald Trump, president-elect and convicted felon, to be sentenced in New York
Trump is expected to get the lightest possible sentence allowed under N.Y. law.
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January 09
ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, January 9, 2025
Deadly wildfires continue to burn out of control in Southern California; the Supreme Court denies Trump's attempt to delay sentencing; five living presidents bid farewell to President Jimmy Carter.
January 09
January 09
LA fire survivors who lost everything thankful to be alive
Looters are making matters worse for devastated residents, officials say.
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January 09
California resident on her escape from Los Angeles County’s raging wildfires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Topanga, California resident Grace Emmons about her harrowing escape from home as she and her children evacuated and sheltered with her in-laws in Santa Barbara.
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Insurance expert on how to prepare for insurance claims amid California fires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with insurance broker Karl Susman about the difficulty of insuring homes and making fire claims in California as residents begin to survey the damage left by the fire.
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January 09
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on scamming, misinformation during wildfires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with California Attorney General Rob Bonta about his warning to Californians on price gouging and scamming as residents grapple with wildfires across Los Angeles County.
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January 09
Chef Jose Andres on serving food to California wildfire victims and heroes
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with humanitarian and chef Jose Andres on how the World Central Kitchen is providing food relief to communities and first responders affected by the wildfires.
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