Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
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Alex Murdaugh’s second trial will start next spring after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction, judge rules
Alex Murdaugh was back in court again Monday on charges he killed his wife and son
Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick and others
Davis died June 22 in his Manhattan apartment at the age of 94, a few weeks after he had been hospitalized for an upper respiratory issue.
The full strawberry moon will rise in the night sky this week
The strawberry moon, which will be visible in the sky this week, will mark the first full moon of the summer.
June Gloom sticks around SoCal ahead of holiday weekend warmup
Southern California will see mild temperatures as the June Gloom pattern sticks around, but a warmup is in the forecast ahead of the Fourth of July.
1 dead, 6 wounded in shooting at street takeover in Carson
One person was killed and six others wounded in a mass shooting during a street takeover in Carson Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Shooting at Carson street takeover leaves 1 dead, 6 wounded
One person is dead and six others are injured after gunfire erupted at a street takeover in Carson over the weekend. Investigators believe there were at least two shooters.
Luigi Mangione due in federal court for pretrial hearing; jury selection plans expected
Mangione, 28, has pleaded not guilty to both state and federal charges stemming from the December 2024 fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel.
Supreme Court allows late-arriving mail ballots, leaving California's system unaffected
The 5-4 majority rejected Republicans' bid to restrict balloting by mail.
Hazmat cleanup begins in Garden Grove at GKN Aerospace after chemical emergency forced mass evacuations
Crews are expected to spend several days removing neutralized methyl methacrylate (MMA) from two storage tanks while officials continue monitoring air quality throughout the surrounding community.
1 dead, 6 wounded in LA street takeover
Investigators said a street takeover ended with gunfire that left one person dead and six others wounded.
Garden Grove tank crisis: Phase 1 of chemical cleanup to begin after 3-week delay
The first phase of the chemical cleanup is set to begin Monday at the GKN Aerospace facility where a chemical mishap forced thousands of people from their homes in Garden Grove
Trump says Iran has requested a meeting, but Iranian officials say nothing has been scheduled
President Trump said Monday on social media that Iran had requested a meeting with U.S. counterparts, though Iranian officials said no such meeting was scheduled.
ABC7 has your chance to win a family pack of tickets to Mummies of the World exhibition!
ABC7 has your chance to win Mummies of the World tickets!
Over 100 dogs found dead, many with bullet holes at Northern California rescue, authorities say
Investigators recovered 117 intact canine remains, 21 canine skulls and hundreds of additional bones during a second search of a Northern California animal rescue property. Inside a barn on the property, investigators said they discovered an area they believe was likely used to kill dogs. More th...
For the first time in a decade, an LAUSD insider holds the top job
New LAUSD superintendent Andrés Chait(Jason Armond / Getty Images)Andrés Chait has worked in the Los Angeles Unified School District for nearly 30 years and has never tried the district’s famous coffee cake.“For a long time, I would get teased about it, and so one day, I — and this was back when ...
You are not alone in navigating student debt changes. Here is what you can do
Student loan borrowers and advocates have been pressing for debt relief for many years.(Jemal Countess / Getty Images)Elizabeth Hill saw going to college as her way out of poverty. But 26 years later, she is still paying back student loans, with around $145,000 still left to go.“I've been able to...
Notario fraud is a longstanding problem in immigrant communities. Advocates say it’s getting worse
A notario público writes a document at Santo Domingo Square in Mexico City. (Alfredo Estrella / Getty Images)The unauthorized practice of immigration law, known as notario fraud among Spanish speakers in the U.S., is a longstanding issue in immigrant communities.But amid the Trump administration’...
Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: June 29-July 2
'Mamma Mia!' is at the Ahmanson Theatre this week. (Joan Marcus / Center Theatre Group)Well, we’re down to three football matches a day — this World Cup is a marathon, not a sprint! I hope you’ve built up your Michelob Ultra tolerance and are working on tempering your crush on Austin Trusty (cer...
Get ready for Plastic Free July — the eco-challenge you've probably never heard of
Scientists say we can reduce our exposure to microplastics to some extent by avoiding single-use plastic and plastic food packaging, among other measures.(Peter Dazeley / Getty Images)I recycle. I volunteer at community gardens and beach cleanups. I like to think of myself as an advocate for sust...
Mystery artist steps forward as future of iconic bird atop L.A. eyesore in doubt
For years, construction stalled at an Eagle Rock site set to become a 31-unit multiuse complex. In the meantime, a mysterious papier-mache bird, nicknamed "Pinky" took roost. But who made the beloved mascot?
Beach Boys' Mike Love selling Lake Tahoe mansion for $43 million
The vast Lake Tahoe estate of Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, complete with a theater, wine tasting room, ice-skating rink and sauna, could be yours — for the small price of $43 million.
SoCal sends rescuers, supplies to Venezuela after massive quakes as hope battles despair
Los Angeles County Assistant Fire Chief Trey Espy said the situation on the ground in Venezuela was 'very grim.' 'Everywhere you look, everything's collapsed.'
SpaceX IPO sparks race for luxury housing in Southern California
With SpaceX's historic initial public offering minting a small army of new millionaires overnight, the Southern California housing market market is bracing for a big wave of buyers looking to upgrade their residence or buy a second home.
10-year-old faces murder charge in baby girl's shooting death, police say
A 7-month-old girl was killed following a shooting in St. Louis on Friday, according to police.
Nancy Pelosi's next challenge: Building a nonpartisan democracy institute at UC Berkeley
Rep. Nancy Pelosi will launch a multimillion-dollar politics institute at UC Berkeley when she leaves office, co-teaching a course on Congress and hosting visiting fellows from across the political spectrum.
East Los Angeles Venezuelans gather to pray for earthquake victims, collect donations after deadly disaster
Dozens of people gathered for Mass in East Los Angeles, praying for loved ones in Venezuela after twin earthquakes devastated the country.
Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams raced against the clock to pull survivors from the rubble in Venezuela four days after two powerful earthquakes shook the northern state of La Guaira.
Homeowners accuse insurers of underpaying smoke damage claims 18 months after Eaton, Palisades fires
Eighteen months after the Eaton and Palisades fires, smoke damage is still keeping some Pasadena and Pacific Palisades residents out of their homes during ongoing insurance fights.
Father recovering from leg amputation after saving 2-year-old daughter from Venice crash
A father had to have an amputation after he instinctively threw his toddler in the car and endured the impact of a crash when he saw headlights barreling toward them.
Orange County couple tried to rescue man killed in crocodile attack on Mexican beach
"The crocodile had him by the thigh... he was just turning him, taking him under." An OC couple says they tried to save a man from a deadly attack in Puerto Vallarta.
Los Angeles Venezuelans collect aid after deadly earthquake as business owner searches for missing parents
Full Arepas, on Seventh Street near Hill Street, is accepting donations through Tuesday for people affected by the deadly earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela last week. Owner Kelly Montano said her parents are missing near Caracas.
Beat the heat: How to recognize and treat heat stroke
With temperatures rising during the summer months, it’s important to know how to stay safe and steer clear of heat-related illnesses like heat stroke. Heat stroke can be dangerous and is among the most serious heat-related illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ...
Skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board
A skydiving plane has crashed in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board.
Canada beats South Africa in FIFA World Cup Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium
Canada defeated South Africa at LA Stadium on Sunday to advance in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage.
Jackie and Shadow's eaglet Sandy falls out of nest in accidental fledge in Big Bear
Jackie and Shadow's eaglet Sandy fell out of her nest on Sunday morning in an accidental fledge, video from the beloved Big Bear bald eagle nest shows.
WATCH: The moment U.S. rescuers pull a baby from Venezuela ruins
A nine-month-old infant and the child’s mother were saved from the rubble of a collapsed building in Venezuela by members of a Virginia search and rescue team who are there trying to save lives after a pair of devastating earthquakes.
Wife, kids of Dodgers' Miguel Rojas in Caracas when earthquakes hit Venezuela
'Literally two blocks away from where my family was, two buildings collapsed — the whole building,' Miguel Rojas said.
The ultimate guide to America 250 merchandise for an epic celebration
Show off your patriotic spirit with America 250 merchandise you can't miss.
1 killed, 6 injured in shooting during illegal Carson street takeover
One man was killed, and six others were injured in a shooting during an illegal street takeover in Carson early Sunday morning, authorities said.
Bill Maher awarded Mark Twain Prize during Kennedy Center ceremony
Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor returns to Netflix.