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LA man arrested in connection with 2 fatal shootings hours apart

A suspect has been arrested in Los Angeles in connection to two fatal shootings hours apart, police said.
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October 29, 2024 at 6:09 AM

Dodgers hold off Yankees for 3-0 World Series lead, can clinch title with win Tuesday night

Dodgers hold off Yankees for 3-0 World Series lead, can clinch title with win Tuesday night
October 29, 2024 at 6:09 AM
October 25, 2024 at 12:00 AM

Neighbor foils attempted kidnapping of 11-year-old girl in LA

Police say video shows a suspect grabbing the girl and trying to take her away. A witness yelled at the suspect, giving her a chance to escape. The suspect was charged with aggravated kidnapping.
October 25, 2024 at 12:00 AM
Neighbor foils attempted kidnapping of 11-year-old girl in LA
October 21, 2024 at 6:21 PM

Academy Museum Gala 2024: See what celebrities wore for the star-studded event

See all the most standout red carpet looks from celebrities at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala.
October 21, 2024 at 6:21 PM
Pamela Anderson, Cynthia Erivo and Kim Kardashian are pictured arriving at the 4th Annual Academy Museum Gala at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, Oct. 19, 2024.
October 17, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Los Angeles archdiocese to settle more than 1,300 sexual abuse cases

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to 1,353 people who say they were sexually abused as children by Catholic clergy.
October 17, 2024 at 4:30 PM
VIDEO: Los Angeles archdiocese to settle more than 1,300 sexual abuse cases
October 16, 2024 at 8:32 PM

A whimsical night with Natalia Lafourcade and Gustavo Dudamel

Director of the LA Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel and legendary Latin singer Natalia Lafourcade captivate audiences at the Hollywood Bowl.
October 16, 2024 at 8:32 PM
VIDEO: Celebrated Latin singer plays with LA Philharmonic
October 16, 2024 at 8:40 AM

Employee shot in 'workplace violence incident' at Santa Monica College

A Santa Monica College employee was shot and injured at a satellite campus in California. Authorities are searching for the suspect.
October 16, 2024 at 8:40 AM
VIDEO: Employee shot in 'workplace violence incident' at Santa Monica College
1 month ago

Could the Menendez brothers have a chance at a new sentence?

The Menendez brothers were sentenced to life without parole for the 1989 murders of their parents. The L.A. District Attorney is now reviewing new evidence in the case.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Could the Menendez brothers have a chance at a new sentence?
1 month ago

Man accused of hijacking Los Angeles bus charged with murder and kidnapping

Los Angeles County DA George Gascon announced 12 counts against Lamont Campbell.
1 month ago
A Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus was allegedly hijacked with the driver being forced to drive at gunpoint before police were able to apprehend the suspect, Sept. 25, 2024.
1 month ago

Truck carrying lithium-ion batteries overturns, catches fire in Los Angeles

The crash forced the partial closure of the 47 Freeway, causing major traffic backups in the area. Authorities are allowing the lithium-ion blaze to burn itself out.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Truck carrying lithium-ion batteries overturns, catches fire in Los Angeles
1 month ago

Los Angeles bus hijacker who left 1 dead identified

The man who allegedly hijacked a bus in Los Angeles and led police on an hourlong chase while holding the driver at gunpoint has been identified as Lamont Campbell.
1 month ago
A bus passes by a news van in front of a Los Angeles MTA bus depot near the site where overnight a bus was hijacked by an armed subject with passengers on board Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)
1 month ago

Deadly LA bus hijacking leaves 1 passenger dead

The suspect allegedly forced the driver to flee police early Wednesday, with dozens of LAPD cruisers giving chase. A SWAT team rescued the driver and a passenger. The suspect ultimately surrendered.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Deadly LA bus hijacking leaves 1 passenger dead
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Los Angeles bus hijacked at gunpoint

The LAPD is investigating after one passenger was shot multiple times and killed. The alleged hijacker is now in custody.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Los Angeles bus hijacked at gunpoint
1 month ago

1 dead after hijacked bus speeds through LA with driver held at gunpoint

The suspect was taken into custody for allegedly killing a passenger, while the driver and a second passenger were uninjured, according to LAPD Deputy Chief Donald Graham.
1 month ago
The suspect was taken into custody for allegedly killing a passenger, while the driver and a second passenger were uninjured, according to LAPD Deputy Chief Donald Graham.
1 month ago

Luxury yacht sinks after fire in California; multiple explosions heard on video

A luxury yacht in Marina del Rey sank on Wednesday night due to a fire caused by a fireworks explosion on board. The Admiral was engulfed in flames, leading to multiple explosions in the harbor.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Luxury yacht sinks after fire in California; multiple explosions heard on video
1 month ago

3 cases of dengue fever reported in Los Angeles

National numbers are on the rise for the disease, which is spread through mosquito bites.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 3 cases of dengue fever reported in Los Angeles
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Los Angeles County reports a rare handful of local dengue cases

Los Angeles County reports a rare handful of local dengue cases.
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2 months ago

Ewan McGregor gets Walk of Fame star with family by his side: See the sweet photos

Ewan McGregor shared a sweet moment with his family on Thursday as he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2 months ago
Clara McGregor, from left, Jamyan McGregor, Anouk McGregor, Laurie McGregor, Ewan McGregor, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead attend a ceremony honoring Ewan McGregor with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Sept. 12, 2024, in Los Angeles.
2 months ago

Earthquake shakes Los Angeles, 'millions' notified in advance: Governor's office

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Malibu, California, rocked the Los Angeles area Thursday morning.
2 months ago
This aerial view shows the Malibu Pier in Malibu, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023.
2 months ago

Ewan McGregor gets Walk of Fame star, honored by Hayden Christensen

"I’m so moved that I'm close to my old friend, Carrie Fisher," McGregor said at the Walk of Fame ceremony.
2 months ago
"I’m so moved that I'm close to my old friend, Carrie Fisher," McGregor said at the Walk of Fame ceremony.
2 months ago

Earthquake shakes Los Angeles area

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Malibu, California, rocked the Los Angeles area Thursday morning.
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VIDEO: Earthquake shakes Los Angeles area
2 months ago

Brad Teplitsky showcases famous Hollywood props and memorabilia

Brad Teplitsky, co-founder of Studio Auctions, reveals authentic and exclusive movie-used props from some of the biggest films in history.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Brad Teplitsky showcases famous Hollywood props and memorabilia
2 months ago

What to know about the landslide threatening this scenic Southern California town

A landslide damaging homes and infrastructure in the Southern California city of Rancho Palos Verdes has been wreaking havoc for more than seven decades.
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Collapsed roads are covered with tarps in a neighborhood damaged by ongoing landslides in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., Sept. 3, 2024.
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'Ramy' stars on longtime friendship and disability representation in Hollywood

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos speaks with comedians Ramy Youssef and Steve Way about their Hulu show "Ramy", their longtime friendship and their advocacy for more disabled representation on screen.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 'Ramy' stars on longtime friendship and disability representation in Hollywood
2 months ago

Doctor charged in Matthew Perry's overdose death surrenders medical license

Mark Chavez gave up his license in federal court Friday as part of a plea agreement. He is expected to plead guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine, and faces up to 10 years in prison.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Doctor charged in Matthew Perry's overdose death surrenders medical license
2 months ago

Doctor charged in Matthew Perry death case 'incredibly remorseful': Lawyer

Dr. Mark Chavez has agreed to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine and has signed a plea agreement, according to federal prosecutors.
2 months ago
Dr. Mark Chavez has agreed to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine and has signed a plea agreement, according to federal prosecutors.
2 months ago

Doctor charged in death of Matthew Perry to make 1st court appearance

Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the two doctors charged in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry, is scheduled to be arraigned later Friday.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Doctor charged in death of Matthew Perry to make 1st court appearance
2 months ago

Former Tom Girardi's legal consultant reacts to guilty verdict

Kimberly Archie was instrumental in shining a light on the decades of fraud committed by Tom Girardi's firm.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Former Tom Girardi's legal consultant reacts to guilty verdict
2 months ago

Once-legendary lawyer Tom Girardi convicted of embezzling millions from clients

The 85-year-old, who gained fame after winning a record settlement in the Erin Brockovich case, was convicted on four counts of wire fraud. His lawyers had argued that he was mentally incompetent.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Once-legendary lawyer Tom Girardi convicted of embezzling millions from clients
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Attorney Tom Girardi found guilty of wire fraud, embezzling $15 million from clients

Federal officials spoke to reporters after attorney Tom Girardi was found guilty of wire fraud and embezzling more than $15 million from clients.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Attorney Tom Girardi found guilty of wire fraud, embezzling $15 million from clients
2 months ago

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant's daughter Bianka throws 1st pitch at Dodgers game

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant's daughter Bianka threw the first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers game on Sunday.
2 months ago
Bianka Bryant throws out the first pitch prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium on Aug. 25, 2024 in Los Angeles.
2 months ago

Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from husband Ben Affleck on what would have been their second wedding anniversary, according to legal documents obtained by ABC News.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck
2 months ago

4 men charged in connection with death of 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor

Charges were announced Monday against four people in connection to the death of "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor.
2 months ago
Actor Johnny Wactor is seen in Old City in Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 29, 2023.
3 months ago

Los Angeles medic's daughter escorted to school by fellow deputies after his death

Tactical medic Gonzalo Galvez died of cancer last week, but his colleagues honored his memory by bringing his 7-year-old daughter Gia to class on her first day of second grade.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Los Angeles medic's daughter escorted to school by fellow deputies after his death
3 months ago

Exclusive look inside the LA Clippers’ new Intuit Dome

"GMA3" anchor DeMarco Morgan gets an exclusive tour of the new Intuit Dome ahead of its grand opening.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Exclusive look inside the LA Clippers’ new Intuit Dome
3 months ago

2 former LA sheriff's deputies charged in alleged 'sham raid': Prosecutors

Two former Los Angeles sheriff's deputies and two former military members are accused of a "sham raid" on a man's home as part of a business feud, prosecutors said.
3 months ago
A sheriff's car is seen behind a sign at the entrance of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Station in City of Industry, CA, March 25, 2024.
3 months ago

4.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Los Angeles

Millions in Los Angeles are on alert for potential aftershocks after the earthquake rattled Southern California.
3 months ago
VIDEO: 4.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Los Angeles
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'Significant' earthquake rocks Los Angeles

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake rocked the Los Angeles region early Monday afternoon.
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The Los Angeles skyline, June 27, 2024.
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Earthquake rocks Los Angeles

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake rocked the Los Angeles region early Monday afternoon.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Earthquake rocks Los Angeles
3 months ago

3 German tourists allegedly vandalized property at Joshua Tree National Park

The visitors allegedly fired paintballs at signs, bathrooms, and dumpsters. Each faces up to six months in prison and a five-thousand-dollar fine.
3 months ago
VIDEO: 3 German tourists allegedly vandalized property at Joshua Tree National Park
3 months ago

German tourists deface Joshua Tree National Park

Several road signs, bathrooms and dumpsters in Joshua Tree were affected after the paintball shooting spree.
3 months ago
Several road signs, bathrooms and dumpsters in Joshua Tree were affected after the paintball shooting spree.
3 months ago

Veteran actor lured in women, sexually assaulted them: Police

Gabriel Olds, 52, was arrested and booked on seven felony sexual assault charges on Wednesday, LAPD said. His bail is set at $3.5 million.
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Gabriel Olds, 52, was arrested and booked on seven felony sexual assault charges on Wednesday, LAPD said. His bail is set at $3.5 million.
3 months ago

Vince Vaughn on why he thinks Hollywood is making fewer R-rated comedies

Vince Vaughn opened up about why he believes Hollywood is making fewer R-rated comedies these days -- and predicted their return.
3 months ago
Vince Vaughn attends the Los Angeles Premiere of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" Season 12 at Directors Guild Of America, Jan. 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
3 months ago

Why LA County opposes Newsom's homeless encampment order

In July, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order to dismantle homeless encampments across the state, and the LA Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to oppose it.
3 months ago
In July, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order to dismantle homeless encampments across the state, and the LA Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to oppose it.
3 months ago

Carrie Underwood recalls nerves on 'Idol' Hollywood trip: 2009 'GMA' throwback

As the eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer returns to "American Idol" as a judge, we look back at her 2009 interview with "GMA" co-anchor Robin Roberts.
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As the eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer returns to "American Idol" as a judge, we look back at her 2009 interview with "GMA" co-anchor Robin Roberts.
4 months ago

Behind the scenes with the Beverly Hills Police Department

"GMA" gets an exclusive look behind the scenes at how police in the city are using new technology to crack down on crime following the return of the popular movie franchise.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Behind the scenes with the Beverly Hills Police Department
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Hollywood's Walk of Fame set to add music royalty and award winners
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with counterprotesters outside LA synagogue
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
VIDEO: USC student will not face charges in fatal stabbing of homeless man
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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.
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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.