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Long Beach starts homeless encampment crackdown
On the heels of a U.S. Supreme Court decision and strong urging from Gov. Gavin Newsom, the city of Long Beach has begun a widespread cleanup of homeless encampments, now using the threat of citations or arrest to clear public areas.Long Beach city workers cleared out and fenced in Gumbiner Park Monday morning, which had been home to an encampment of up to 25 people."The spaces that we're picking are public spaces where we've seen a large impact, where it's impacting the overall ability of the public to utilize that space," said Paul Duncan, who heads up Long Beach's Homeless...
Amber Alert issued for missing children - ages 2 and 4 - last seen in South LA
An Amber Alert has been issued for two children, ages 2 and 4, who were last seen in South Los Angeles and were allegedly abducted by their parents.The four were last seen at about 3 p.m. Wednesday at Vermont Avenue and West 83rd Street, according to the California Highway Patrol.Wyman Bryant, 4, Willow Bryant, 2, Tiffany Bryant, 39, and David James, 53, are believed to be traveling in a champagne-colored Buick Enclave SUV with paper plates.AMBER ALERT - Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura, Kern, Imperial and San Diego Counties Last seen: Vermont Avenue, and W. 83rd Street,...
Artist Keith "Teachr" Biele designs puppy-themed t-shirt to support spcaLA
Keith Biele, also known as Teachr, went to art school and got a bachelor's degree in fine arts."I ended up doing commissioned portraits of show horses. And when I got out to SoCal, I immediately liked all the graffiti artists," said Biele."I used to cut stencils when I was young. Put a simple stencil on the concrete floor of the garage. Rolled the screen over it, taped it down and dab some glue on it. Let it dry, pull it up and it was like an enlarged silk screen."ABC7 partnered with Smile South Central to identify Biele to design our...
Bi-annual Puppy Palooza adoption event celebrates National Dog Day
August 26 is National Dog Day, and we are celebrating a little early with our bi-annual Puppy Palooza adoption event.Friday, August 23, on ABC7 Mornings, we'll be featuring 25 adoptable pooches from spcaLA.Those wishing to adopt the pups can go to the spcaLA PD Pitchford Companion Animal Village & Education Center, Friday, August 23 at 11 a.m. The address is 7700 E. Spring Street in Long Beach.Enter for your chance to win a Maytag® Pet Pro Washer & Dryer, courtesy Howard's Appliances.The adoption fees for these three dogs are free, thanks to Howard's Appliances and Adventist Health Glendale!The Society for...
Amber Alert issued for missing children - ages 2 and 4 - last seen in South LA
An Amber Alert has been issued for two children, ages 2 and 4, who were last seen in South Los Angeles and were allegedly abducted by their parents.The four were last seen at about 3 p.m. Wednesday at Vermont Avenue and West 83rd Street, according to the California Highway Patrol.Wyman Bryant, 4, Willow Bryant, 2, Tiffany Bryant, 39, and David James, 53, are believed to be traveling in a champagne-colored Buick Enclave SUV with paper plates.AMBER ALERT - Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura, Kern, Imperial and San Diego Counties Last seen: Vermont Avenue, and W. 83rd Street,...
2 killed, 2 others injured in violent multi-vehicle crash in Lake Los Angeles
Two people were killed and two others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Monday in Lake Los Angeles.The crash was reported in the area of 152nd Street East and East Palmdale Boulevard at about 11:40 a.m., according to a traffic incident log.Two people died at the scene, the county fire department reported.At least one person suffered minor injuries and another was in critical condition, according to authorities.Three vehicles were involved in the crash, with two practically destroyed by the impact. A power pole was also knocked down.The cause of the crash is under investigation.No further details were immediately available.City News Service contributed to this report.
2 suspects charged with murder in death of 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor
Two of the four suspects arrested in connection with the killing of former "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor have been charged with murder.Robert Barceleau and Sergio Estrada, both 18, were each charged Monday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, District Attorney George Gascón said at a news conference.Barceleau, of Huntington Park, was charged with murder, including a special circumstance allegation of killing in the commission of a robbery, which could lead to a life-without-parole prison term. He was also charged with attempted robbery and grand theft, both with allegations he was armed with a firearm.Estrada was also charged with murder,...
Rare super blue moon graces skies over Southern California
A rare super blue moon is making an appearance in SoCal and will last for the next several nights.A super blue moon happens when the moon's orbit brings it closer to Earth than usual at the same time there's a full moon.The full moon will be visible across Southern California and is expected to peak Monday at 11:36 a.m.NASA predicts the next super blue moon won't appear until 2037.There's a quartet of supermoons this yearAugust's supermoon kicks off a string of lunar spectacles. September's supermoon will coincide with a partial lunar eclipse. October's will be the year's closest approach, and November's will round out the year.The first will be 224,917 miles (361,970 kilometers) away. The next will be nearly 3,000 miles (4,484 kilometers) closer the night of Sept. 17 into the following morning. A partial lunar eclipse will also unfold that night, visible in much of the Americas, Africa and Europe as the Earth's shadow falls on the moon, resembling a small bite.October's supermoon will be the year's closest at 222,055 miles (357,364 kilometers) from Earth, followed by November's supermoon at a distance of 224,853 miles (361,867 kilometers).The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Grieving husband of 27-year-old woman killed in North Hollywood hit-and-run demands justice
The grieving husband of a woman who was tragically killed in a hit-and-run crash while she was out for a run in North Hollywood is speaking out and demanding justice."We've seen a lot of things happen in the street specifically but you never think it would be you," said Kevin Medina. "It definitely caught me off guard and I'm trying to pick up whatever pieces I can to try and continue moving forward."Leyda and Kevin Medina were both preparing for a 5K run after the 27-year-old had taken up running in her request to get healthy. Friday night she was...
Fire hydrants opened for chaotic street takeover in Westmont
Chaos broke out at an intersection in Westmont when fire hydrants were opened for a dangerous street takeover.Video shows crowds gathered Sunday night as cars spun out on the wet intersection. Firefighters responded to close the hydrants, but the streets remained soaked.Police were on scene to get things under control.No injuries or arrests were reported.It was a busy weekend for street stunts in Los Angeles. At one such event in Van Nuys, a mob surrounded an LAPD cruiser and broke a windshield, forcing the officer to drive off for safety.The rear window of an LAPD vehicle was shattered after officers arrived at the scene of a street takeover in the San Fernando Valley.
Wings Over Camarillo airshow returns with vintage aircraft, incredible stunts
Aviation fans flocked to Ventura County this weekend for the 43rd annual Wings Over Camarillo airshow.They got to watch Red Bull pilots fly helicopters upside-down, while other aircraft performed tricky barrel-roll maneuvers and other thrilling stunts. There were also World War II-vintage aircraft and plenty of delicious treats.It was an especially welcome event after part of last year's show got canceled as tropical storm Hilary hit Southern California."For me it's just such a pleasure to share what we do with everybody," said Red Bull stunt pilot Aaron Fitzgerald. "And if that inspires some young person to chase after their dream, whatever it is, then my job is done."
Video captures fiery crash involving speeding car at Mission Hills intersection
A fiery crash in Mission Hills left two people hospitalized in a terrifying scene captured on video.It happened Saturday around 5 p.m. at Lassen Street and Sepulveda Boulevard.In the video the driver of a white sedan is seen driving at a fast rate of speed before smashing into a pickup making a left turn. A fire breaks out soon after the crash.The driver of the white car was left with severe injuries. The driver of the truck suffered minor injuries, police say. Both drivers were brought to a local hospital.Police say speed was a factor but there is no evidence that the driver of the white car was under the influence.
The Hilary hurri-quake 1 year ago brought double whammy from Mother Nature
One year ago this week, Mother Nature hit Southern California with a double whammy: A 5.1 magnitude earthquake shook the ground even as Hurricane Hilary was flooding the streets.The earthquake, which hit Aug. 20, 2023 in Ventura County, did not cause serious damage but did bring major shaking to a large swath of Southern California.ABC7's Jory Rand and Jovana Lara were live on the air discussing Hilary - downgraded to a tropical storm when it made landfall in California - as the ceiling above them began to squeak and shake."Our studio is shaking right now," Rand informed viewers. "So not only are we dealing with a tropical storm - but it also appears we're now dealing with an earthquake."Hilary flooded streets and waterways throughout Southern California, setting rain records for downtown Los Angeles, Palm Springs and San Diego. One spot in San Bernardino County recorded some 13 inches of rainfall.
Suspect apprehended in South LA after using multiple vehicles to flee from police
A suspect was taken into custody on a sidewalk in South Los Angeles on Saturday night after using multiple vehicles during his attempt to flee from police.The felony suspect switched vehicles at least once during the pursuit, which ended in the area of 64th and Figueroa streets.News video from the scene shows several Los Angeles Police Department patrol units following a slow-moving sedan before the driver abandons the car and makes a run for it. He then lies down on a sidewalk and surrenders as several officers surround him and take him into custody without incident.Details of the circumstances that initiated the chase were not immediately available.
Gascón to announce charges in killing of former 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor
As the suspects in the shooting death of "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor await formal charges Monday, Wactor's friends and family will hold a morning news conference to demand that District Attorney George Gascón pursue stiff penalties against the accused killers -- and that Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass crack down on "the escalating violent thefts that are terrorizing our neighborhoods.""The family and community are calling for the city to take the strongest possible action against these violent crimes and to implement measures that will curb the alarming rise in violent crime thefts across Los Angeles," a Friday statement from...
Crowd shatters rear window of LAPD vehicle at street takeover
The rear window of a Los Angeles Police Department patrol vehicle was shattered after an officer arrived at the scene of an overnight street takeover in the San Fernando Valley, authorities said.The incident occurred at the intersection of Vanowen Street and Woodley Avenue in Van Nuys, where drivers and spectators held one of multiple sideshows late Saturday night and early Sunday.As the officer responded to the scene, the crowd surrounded the patrol unit and smashed the rear window. The officer drove away from the location for personal safety reasons, and the crowd dispersed.Another street takeover was held at Strathern Street and Whitsett Avenue, drawing a massive crowd as cars performed donut maneuvers in the middle of the intersection.No arrests were announced.
Crowd shatters rear window of LAPD vehicle at street takeover
The rear window of a Los Angeles Police Department patrol vehicle was shattered after an officer arrived at the scene of an overnight street takeover in the San Fernando Valley, authorities said.The incident occurred at the intersection of Vanowen Street and Woodley Avenue in Van Nuys, where drivers and spectators held one of multiple sideshows late Saturday night and early Sunday.As the officer responded to the scene, the crowd surrounded the patrol unit and smashed the rear window. The officer drove away from the location for personal safety reasons, and the crowd dispersed.Another street takeover was held at Strathern Street and Whitsett Avenue, drawing a massive crowd as cars performed donut maneuvers in the middle of the intersection.No arrests were announced.
Convention delegates will nominate Harris, again. This time, there's less suspense and more pizzazz
Once more, with feeling!It's been nearly two weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris officially won the Democratic presidential nomination in an online vote, the first time a nominee was named prior to a party's convention. But the roughly 4,700 delegates charged with picking a nominee to lead the ticket did so from locations around the globe on their laptops and devices in relative isolation from one other. There was none of the pomp and fanfare that usually accompany the selection of the party's standard-bearer. In other words, it wasn't very fun.Democratic party leaders hope to make up for that by...
CicLAvia shuts down streets to motorized vehicles in Hollywood area
The fourth full-scale CicLAvia event of 2024 was being held Sunday in the Hollywood, West Hollywood and East Hollywood areas, where 6.6 miles of street was off-limits to motorized vehicles.The 54th in the series of street festivals that began in 2010 kicked off at 9 a.m. and was schedule to last until 4 p.m., this one titled "Meet the Hollywoods."The route stretches from Santa Monica and San Vicente boulevards in West Hollywood to Hollywood Boulevard and Hillhurst Avenue in the East Hollywood area. The route switches from Santa Monica to Hollywood boulevard via Highland Avenue.Happening today! CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods returns...
More than $1.6M worth of cocaine washed up on Florida beaches during Hurricane Debby: Authorities
Hurricane Debby left behind not only a trail of deadly destruction in the Southeast last week but also more than 100 pounds of narcotics, discovered along Florida's shores, authorities said.On August 4, 25 packages of cocaine were found on a beach in Islamorada, a village in the Florida Keys about 80 miles from Key West, according to a social media post from the US Customs and Border Patrol in Miami.A good Samaritan alerted authorities after coming across the packages, which weighed about 70 pounds and contained cocaine with an estimated street value of more than $1 million, the agency said.Samuel...
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