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June 25, 2024 at 10:54 PM

Hollywood's Walk of Fame set to add music royalty and award winners

Big names in music, TV and film have been chosen to get stepped on. Prince joins actor Courtney B. Vance and TV science guy Bill Nye on the list of entertainers receiving Hollywood stars.
June 25, 2024 at 10:54 PM
VIDEO: Hollywood's Walk of Fame set to add music royalty and award winners
June 24, 2024 at 8:01 PM

Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with counterprotesters outside LA synagogue

The violence outside of the Adas Torah synagogue was condemned by President Joe Biden and Mayor Karen Bass.
June 24, 2024 at 8:01 PM
VIDEO: Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with counterprotesters outside LA synagogue
June 21, 2024 at 11:37 AM

USC student will not face charges in fatal stabbing of homeless man

The Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced Thursday that the USC student accused of stabbing a homeless man to death on Greek Row will not face any charges.
June 21, 2024 at 11:37 AM
VIDEO: USC student will not face charges in fatal stabbing of homeless man
June 20, 2024 at 10:59 PM

USC student will not be charged in fatal stabbing of homeless person

A University of Southern California student will not face charges for the fatal stabbing of a homeless man he said was done in self-defense.
June 20, 2024 at 10:59 PM
This still from a video shows the scene where a homeless man was stabbed to death by a 19-year-old student on USC's Greek Row Monday evening.
June 20, 2024 at 8:02 PM

NY and LA move forward with cellphone ban proposals

ABC News' Zohreen Shah speaks with parents and students for their reactions on the cellphone ban proposals aimed at protecting children online in schools.
June 20, 2024 at 8:02 PM
VIDEO: NY and LA move forward with cellphone ban proposals
June 19, 2024 at 4:09 PM

2nd largest US school district to ban cellphones

The Los Angeles school board voted to ban cell phones and social media in classrooms.
June 19, 2024 at 4:09 PM
VIDEO: 2nd largest US school district to ban cell phones
June 19, 2024 at 12:25 AM

2nd-largest school district votes to ban cellphones

Due to safety concerns and disruptions to learning, the Los Angeles Unified School District has voted to ban cellphone and social media use for over 429,000 K-12 students during school days.
June 19, 2024 at 12:25 AM
VIDEO: 2nd-largest school district votes to ban cellphones
June 18, 2024 at 2:47 PM

Los Angeles school district to vote on cell phone ban in school

This vote could set a precedent for schools across the country.
June 18, 2024 at 2:47 PM
VIDEO: Los Angeles school district to vote on cell phone ban in school
June 15, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Elderly woman knocked unconscious at LAX during fight between 2 men

Authorities are searching for one of the two men who knocked over an elderly woman during a violent road rage incident at LAX. One of the men turned himself in.
June 15, 2024 at 1:01 AM
VIDEO: Elderly woman knocked unconscious at LAX during fight between 2 men
June 15, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Hikers rescued near Joshua Tree National Park by a helicopter

Riverside County authorities rescued two hikers who had run out of water while hiking near Joshua Tree National Park in California.
June 15, 2024 at 1:01 AM
VIDEO: Hikers rescued near Joshua Tree National Park by a helicopter
June 13, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Andrew McCarthy shares Hollywood pastimes in 'BRATS' documentary

Andrew McCarthy takes a deep dive into the branded phrase "The Brat Pack" as he and fellow pack "members" reflect on their lives and the impact of their movies.
June 13, 2024 at 7:10 PM
VIDEO: Andrew McCarthy talks new documentary ‘BRATS’ on the legendary Brat Pack
June 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM

LA Room & Board is tackling homelessness among college students

As college student homelessness flies under the radar, LA Room and Board steps up to help.
June 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM
VIDEO: Providing a safe haven for queer youth near downtown LA
June 9, 2024 at 6:09 PM

City leader outraged after video shows officers allegedly 'dump' man on street

A Los Angeles leader is demanding answers after two officers were filmed dropping off an alleged homeless man on the street and driving away.
June 9, 2024 at 6:09 PM
A video depicting Burbank Police officers dropping off an injured and disoriented homeless man in front of Krekorian's North Hollywood district office leaving him there. L.A. City Council President Paul Krekorian held a press conference at city hall, on June 7, 2024, to discuss the incident.
June 7, 2024 at 7:19 PM

Providing a safe haven for queer youth near downtown LA

ABC’s Timothy Pulliam meets the man who started an innovative space to help LGBTQ youth near downtown LA have a place to call home.
June 7, 2024 at 7:19 PM
VIDEO: Providing a safe haven for queer youth near downtown LA
June 5, 2024 at 3:45 PM

'I'm honored': Cyndi Lauper cements footprints and hand at TCL Chinese Theatre

Cyndi Lauper placed her hand and footprints in cement at a ceremony recognizing her lifetime achievements at TCL Chinese Theatre.
June 5, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Cyndi Lauper places her handprints in cement during a ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, June 4, 2024.
1 month ago

LA transit officials work to reduce crime and make commuters feel safe

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports on the surge of violent crimes on public transit, speaking with Los Angeles Metro’s former head of security who claims she was fired after raising safety concerns.
1 month ago
VIDEO: LA transit officials work to reduce crime and make commuters feel safe
1 month ago

Venice Beach gallery is empowering Asian American, local artists

Curator Yiwei Lu found a unique method to empower Asian American artists and local Venice Beach artists through special art combinations.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Venice Beach gallery is empowering Asian American, local artists
1 month ago

Fabio Sementilli's sister on his widow's arrest for his murder: 'He was deceived'

"The deceit is the hardest part," Mirella Sementilli told "20/20." "I was embarrassed and hurt for my brother because he loved her so much."
1 month ago
VIDEO: Fabio Sementilli's sister on his widow's arrest for his murder: 'He was deceived'
1 month ago

What friend says it was like at Los Angeles home of Fabio and Monica Sementilli

Elyse Bleuel remembered visiting Monica Sementilli's home, where she shared how "everything's really great" with the love of her life, Fabio Sementilli.
1 month ago
What friend says it was like at Los Angeles home of Fabio and Monica Sementilli
1 month ago

Famed hairstylist's son, sister recall learning of his death

Family and friends described the disbelief they felt after learning hair industry executive Fabio Sementilli was murdered in 2017 at his Los Angeles home.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Famed hairstylist's son, sister recall learning of his death
1 month ago

Los Angeles investigators connect man to scene of famed hairstylist's murder

Police saw Robert Baker's bandaged finger in a photo from Fabio Sementilli’s memorial and determined that his DNA matched blood found in Sementilli’s car.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Los Angeles investigators connect man to scene of famed hairstylist's murder
2 months ago

8 teens taken to hospital after ingesting marijuana edibles during school field trip

Eight teenagers got "acutely ill" after ingesting marijuana edibles during a field trip to the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, authorities said.
2 months ago
Authorities respond to a medical emergency at the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, May 15, 2024.
2 months ago

Rise in mass transit crime has this city's officials searching for solutions

Los Angeles, like other major cities, has seen a surge in crime committed on buses, trains and mass transit hubs, according to statistics compiled by ABC News.
2 months ago
Passengers travel on an A-line train in Los Angeles, California, US, Oct. 17, 2023.
2 months ago

Dozens injured after bus collides with Metro train in LA

At least 55 people were hurt, two critically, when a bus collided with a Metro train near Exposition Park, officials said.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Dozens injured after bus collides with Metro train in LA
2 months ago

LA DA files felony charges against suspect in break-in at Mayor Karen Bass' home

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon has filed felony charges against the man accused of breaking into Mayor Karen Bass’ home on Sunday morning.
2 months ago
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass speaks at a news conference to raise awareness for tenant rights, resources and investments ahead of the COVID rent debt repayment deadline on Aug. 1 at City Hall on Monday, July 31, 2023 (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
2 months ago

Suspect arrested in LA mayor's home alleged break in

Mayor Karen Bass was inside the home during alleged break in but was unharmed, according to her office.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Suspect arrested in LA mayor's home alleged break in
2 months ago

Woman fatally stabbed on train in Los Angeles, suspect detained: Police

A woman was fatally stabbed on a Metro train in Los Angeles early Monday, police said.
2 months ago
A woman was fatally stabbed on a Metro train in Los Angeles early Monday, police said.
2 months ago

Suspect arrested after break-in at Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' home

A suspected intruder was arrested early Sunday morning after a break-in at the home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, according to police.
2 months ago
A suspected intruder was arrested early Sunday morning after a break-in at the home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, according to police.
2 months ago

Universal Studios tram crash injures more than a dozen, park and fire officials say

A tram crash at Universal Studios injured 15 people, fire officials said.
2 months ago
Universal Studios Hollywood is seen in Los Angeles, on April 16, 2021, in this file photo.
2 months ago

Davis previews probe into sexual assault claims against LA County probation officers

Award-winning journalist Linsey Davis previews ABC News Live Prime’s investigation: "No One to Turn To: Who Guards the Guards," which examines claims of abuse at the hands of probation officers.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Davis previews probe into sexual assault claims against LA County probation officers
3 months ago

Thieves steal $30 million in Los Angeles heist

Thieves in Los Angeles pulled off a heist that netted $30 million, after hitting an unnamed San Fernando Valley money storage unit, according to police.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Thieves steal $30 million in Los Angeles heist
3 months ago

Massive heist in Los Angeles

Authorities are investigating what’s being called one of the city’s largest-ever cash heists, and it wasn’t at a bank. ABC News’ Derricke Dennis has the details.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Massive heist in Los Angeles
3 months ago

LA Times facing backlash for LSU-UCLA op-ed

The LA Times edited a previously published column about the LSU women’s basketball team after head coach Kim Mulkey called it “sexist” and “wrong.”
3 months ago
VIDEO: LA Times facing backlash for LSU-UCLA op-ed
3 months ago

Homeland Security raids Sean 'Diddy' Combs' LA and Miami homes

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire on raids at the homes of Sean "Diddy" Combs as part of a sex trafficking probe.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Homeland Security raids Sean 'Diddy' Combs' LA and Miami homes
3 months ago

Feds raids Sean Combs' homes

Homeland Security agents executed search warrants on the hip-hop mogul's home in connection with a federal investigation.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Feds raids Sean Combs' homes
3 months ago

Diddy's Los Angeles, Miami homes raided by federal agents

Authorities said local law enforcement assisted with the raids.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Diddy's Los Angeles, Miami homes raided by federal agents
3 months ago

City bus carjacked, crashes into other cars and Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Los Angeles police say a suspect has been arrested after a city bus was carjacked overnight. The suspect crashed the bus and was later arrested.
3 months ago
VIDEO: City bus carjacked, crashes into other cars and Ritz-Carlton Hotel
3 months ago

Hollywood Walk of Fame honoree Dr. Dre reveals serious health battles

The rap legend opened up about his health battles since 2021. Neurologist Dr. Leah Kroll joins ABC News Live to share tips on recognizing stroke and aneurysm symptoms.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Hollywood Walk of Fame honoree Dr. Dre reveals serious health battles
3 months ago

LAPD cracks down on crime ‘tourists’

Los Angeles police have launched a new task force amid an “increase in burglaries from organized groups that are outside this country that are coming into the country” and “targeting high-end residents.”
3 months ago
VIDEO: LAPD cracks down on crime ‘tourists’
3 months ago

Cara Delevingne's LA home burns down

The singer and actress was not home during the incident that is currently under investigation.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Cara Delevingne's LA home burns down
4 months ago

These performers announced as headliners for Outloud Music Festival

The headliners have been revealed for Outloud Festival, a Pride-themed music event held in West Hollywood.
4 months ago
Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monae
4 months ago

Inside one of Hollywood's largest archives of movie history

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has become the premier location for filmmakers and movie fans alike to get up close and personal with millions of movie artifacts.
4 months ago
An exterior view of The Academy Museum, April 15, 2021, in Los Angeles.
4 months ago

Latino representation in Hollywood could generate $18 billion, says study

A new study by McKinsey & Company details the lack of representation in Hollywood and its financial impact. ABC News' Maria Elena Salinas speaks to an author of the report and actor John Leguizamo.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Latino representation in Hollywood could generate $18 billion, says study
4 months ago

LAPD releases body camera footage of fatal shooting of man holding plastic fork

LAPD Chief Michel Moore told the Police Commission last week he had "concerns relative to the actions of the officer involved."
4 months ago
The Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) Force Investigation Division is investigating an Officer-Involved Shooting that occurred in Central Division on Feb. 3, 2024.
4 months ago

9 firefighters hurt, including 2 critically, after truck explosion

About nine firefighters are injured, including two who are in critical condition, following an explosion in Los Angeles, according to the LA Fire Department.
4 months ago
The tractor portion of a big rig is shown Feb. 15, 2024 in the Wilmington section of Los Angeles.
4 months ago

Stranded hikers rescued from California's Mount Baldy

Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies rescued a group of six hikers after they got stranded in the snow, authorities said.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Stranded hikers rescued from California's Mount Baldy
4 months ago

Firefighters hurt after tanker explodes

Nine Los Angeles firefighters were injured after they responded to a call of a tanker on fire.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Firefighters hurt after tanker explodes
5 months ago

Jennifer Garner honors Mark Ruffalo at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony

We were treated to "13 Going on 30" reunion as Mark Ruffalo was presented with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Jennifer Garner honors Mark Ruffalo at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony
5 months ago

California's historic storm by the numbers

A second atmospheric river storm within one week is drenching California with heavy rain and life-threatening flooding and mudslides.
5 months ago
An aerial view of the Los Angeles River swollen by storm runoff as a powerful atmospheric river storm continues to impact southern California, Feb. 5, 2024, in Los Angeles.
5 months ago

Attempted kidnapping caught on camera, police say

ABC News’ Zohreen Shah has the details on a shocking video that police say catches an attempted kidnapping on camera.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Attempted kidnapping caught on camera, police say