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PICO UNION, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A Manhattan Beach community is struggling to cope with the loss of a beloved teen killed by a suspected drunk driver.Hundreds gathered Saturday morning on the beach to honor 18-year-old Braun Levi. Then, a celebration of life event was held at Loyola High School on Saturday night. The event was packed, with more people present than there were chairs to sit in.Braun is being remembered as someone who was a friend to everyone and brought non-stop fun to every occasion. Family members said Braun befriended practically everyone at Loyola High School by the end…
HACIENDA HEIGHTS, Calif. (KABC) — One person is dead and dozens are hurt after a major crash between an SUV and a tour bus in Hacienda Heights. The westbound lanes of the 60 Freeway were partially blocked due to the crash investigation.California Highway Patrol said the crash happened just after 5 a.m. Sunday.Los Angeles County firefighters said the Nissan SUV was fully engulfed in flames by the time they arrived, and the driver was pronounced dead.There were 63 people onboard the bus during the crash, according to CHP. The tour bus did not catch fire, but two people were critically…
LOS ANGELES (KABC) — The Gold House Gala brings together Asian Pacific American stars, industry leaders, athletes and influencers to celebrate their excellence. The A-100, a list of ascending AAPI changemakers with the most impact on culture and society, walk the “gold” carpet.Among the many honored at Saturday’s event was “Wicked” director John Chu.”This is my family. We’ve known each other for so long. There’s so many people here, so to see it grow to this level is amazing,” Chu said.The cast of “Moana 2,” led by Auli’i Kravalho, is being recognized for bringing Pacific Islander storytelling mainstream.”I see more…
HANCOCK PARK, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Neighbors in Hancock Park are on edge after another burglary. The latest one reportedly happened while the homeowner and his kids were asleep.Hancock Park residents tell Eyewitness News they feel like their neighborhood is under attack by burglars. One man caught thieves trespassing on his property on his Ring security camera.The video shows the bold criminals — a trio wearing hoodies, masks, and gloves — climbing their way onto the property. Another camera angle shows one of the burglars wandering by the backyard pool.Eric, the homeowner, said he was headed to bed when he…
LONG BEACH, Calif. (KABC) — Mother’s Day is almost here, but you may have to pay a little extra this year to get something special for the mom in your life.”Normally we’re open from 9 to 5, but Mother’s Day we’re here at 5 o’clock in the morning,” said Josy Johnson, owner of A Beautiful California Florist.However, this year, the shop faces a new challenge — rising tariff taxes. The recent increase on imported goods has forced Johnson to increase her prices by 10%.”A bunch of roses normally is $15 to $25. Now, it goes for $35 to $45 a…
CHICAGO (WLS) — There was a stark warning Saturday night along Chicago’s lakefront for the potential of a so-called “teen takeover” this weekend.It came after recent trends in the downtown area turned violent and erupted in gunfire.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch”Through posts on social media, the Chicago Police Department has been made aware of a potential gathering at one of Chicago’s beaches this weekend,” CPD said, in a statement.More police officers were on patrol at 31st Street Beach on the Near South Side to stop a teen takeover that was planned for Saturday.While there were…
CHICAGO (WLS) — It’s Mother’s Day weekend, but for some mothers, it’s not always a celebration.Some moms rallied around each other Saturday in Chicago.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchMother’s day weekend is well underway around Chicago with so many events to celebrate.The holiday can be very difficult. There was a Purpose Over Pain brunch Saturday at St. Sabina Academy.On the eve of Mother’s Day, some mothers were collectively pushing past their grief and celebrating the strength that has kept them going.The non-profit Purpose Over Pain was started by mothers who lost their children to gun violence.”It’s…
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (CNS) — Temperatures soared across the Southland Saturday, reaching record highs as the region experienced the peak of a spring heat wave.”Record highs reached so far today: Woodland Hills (currently 100, record 99 set in 1988) and downtown LA (currently 95, record 95 set in 1934). Temperatures still rising,” the National Weather Service’s Los Angeles office posted at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday. “Final numbers for any records will be released shortly after 5pm.”Other valley areas saw temperatures in the mid-to-upper 90s, with highs at Los Angeles and Orange County beaches in the 80s.A heat advisory was in…
WEST LOS ANGELES (CNS) — An organization seeking to develop the nation’s largest supportive housing community for military veterans experiencing homelessness Friday praised President Donald J. Trump’s executive order to establish a national center for homeless veterans in West Los Angeles.The order directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the National Center for Warrior Independence on the Veterans Affairs campus.The order stated that homeless veterans in the Los Angeles area and beyond will be encouraged to use the center to seek and receive care, benefits and services.”Funds previously spent on housing or other services for illegal aliens will be…
LOS ANGELES — Angel City defender Savy King was hospitalized in stable condition Saturday, a day after she was stretchered off the field because of what the National Women’s Soccer League called a “medical event” during a match against the Utah Royals.The NWSL released a statement saying that King also was stable when she was taken to the hospital after collapsing on the field during Friday night’s match. She will undergo further evaluation. Further details were not disclosed.”We are grateful to the Angel City medical staff as well as to local paramedics who handled this difficult situation seamlessly,” the NWSL’s…