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“The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl” with special guests North West, Jennifer Hudson, Lebo M and more begins streaming February 7 on Disney+.    On The Red Carpet The live-to-film concert will feature special guests North West, Jennifer Hudson, Lebo M and more ByAmy Becker Thursday, January 30, 2025 10:12PM “The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl” with special guests North West, Jennifer Hudson, Lebo M and more begins streaming February 7 on Disney+. LOS ANGELES — “It’s the circle of life, and it moves us all.” It’s been over 30 years since the iconic animated hit “The Lion King”…

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The Santa Ana Unified School District put together a tutorial to prepare staff for the possibility of ICE officers showing up on campus. District officials say students and their parents are fearful amid the recent immigration changes. “They’re scared of having their families separated.”    EDUCATION Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:26PM The Santa Ana Unified School District put together a tutorial to prepare staff for the possibility of ICE officers showing up on campus. SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) — The Santa Ana Unified School District put together a tutorial to prepare staff for the possibility of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

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The crew of the Army Black Hawk helicopter involved in the deadly collision with a jetliner had thousands of hours of flight experience.    The three soldiers of the Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter that collided with a jetliner on Wednesday night just off of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport were all very experienced and not only had thousands of hours of flight time between them but were very familiar with the flight patterns above the Potomac River. The Army has confirmed that all three soldiers were from Bravo Company, 12th Combat Aviation Battalion, based at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, about 20…

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How to watch South Alabama vs. Louisiana-Monroe basketball game ​How to watch South Alabama vs. Louisiana-Monroe basketball game    Halftime Report UL Monroe and South Alabama have shown up to the game, but their offenses sure haven’t. Sitting on a score of 34-26, UL Monroe has looked like the better team, but there’s still one more half to play. UL Monroe has yet to string together two consecutive wins, but this may be their chance. For now, things are looking good for them. Who’s Playing UL Monroe Warhawks @ South Alabama Jaguars Current Records: UL Monroe 5-17, South Alabama 14-7 How…

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ABC7 talked to FEMA to answer viewer questions about wildfire recovery and how to get aid. Watch the Ask7 special here.    More than 37,000 acres were burned when the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire swept through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, respectively, destroying more than 2,000 structures and damaging more than 16,000 structures. Now, communities and people in the impacted areas are looking to rebuild and recover from the destruction. A big part of the puzzle aimed at recovery is FEMA disaster assistance. ABC7 Eyewitness News talked to Brandi Richard Thompson, public affairs officer for FEMA Region IX, about…

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Dick Button was more than the most accomplished men’s figure skater in history. He was one of his sport’s greatest innovators and promoters.    NEW YORK — Dick Button was more than the most accomplished men’s figure skater in history. He was one of his sport’s greatest innovators and promoters. Button, winner of two Olympic gold medals and five consecutive world championships, died Thursday, said his son, Edward, who did not provide a cause. He was 95. As an entrepreneur and broadcaster, Button promoted skating and its athletes, transforming a niche sport into the showpiece of every Winter Olympics. “Dick was…

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When aircraft volume goes down, a supervisor can make the decision to combine two controller positions into one position, which happens routinely, according to a source with direct knowledge.    Friday, January 31, 2025 1:32AM Dan Krauth has details on the final seconds before the deadly D.C. crash, and the communication that may have transpired in the air traffic control tower. As investigators zero in on the final seconds before a regional American Airlines passenger jet and a Black Hawk military helicopter collided over Washington, D.C. on Wednesday night, sources told ABC News, staffing at the air traffic control tower was…

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Two children who were taken from their home in California’s Kings County were found safe Thursday after their mother was killed earlier this week.    Thursday, January 30, 2025 9:02PM The two children taken from a home in the Home Garden neighborhood of Kings County after their mother was found killed have been found safe. KINGS COUNTY, Calif. — An Amber Alert has been deactivated after two children, who were taken from a home in California’s Kings County after their mother was found killed, have been found, officials said Thursday. The suspect, who is also the children’s father, has been taken…

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Shohei Ohtani was among a trio of Dodgers players to visit Fire Station 69 in Pacific Palisades and thank firefighters for working around the clock battling wildfires.    COMMUNITY & EVENTS Friday, January 31, 2025 1:43AM Shohei Ohtani was among a trio of Dodgers players Thursday to visit Fire Station 69 in Pacific Palisades and thank firefighters for working around the clock battling wildfires. PACIFIC PALISADES, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Shohei Ohtani was among a trio of Dodgers players Thursday to visit Fire Station 69 in Pacific Palisades and thank firefighters for working around the clock battling wildfires. During the visit,…

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A man who alleges A$AP Rocky fired a handgun at him in 2021 said that his story may have changed over the past three years, but his fading memory doesn’t change what fundamentally happened.    LOS ANGELES — The alleged victim in the assault trial of A$AP Rocky returned to the witness stand Thursday as attorneys continued to question him about the night he says he was shot and injured by the rapper. The witness, who goes by A$AP Relli and was born Terell Ephron, balked and bristled at the initial questions of defense attorney Joe Tacopina, so much so that…

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Here’s a list of Black History Month events in Southern California, organized by date.    Here’s a list of Black History Month events in Southern California by date. Share your celebrations with #abc7eyewitness! California African American MuseumJan.17CAAM Free Tuesday – Saturday600 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037The California African American Museum (CAAM) focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and western United States. Admission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum’s mission is to research, collect, preserve, and interpret for public enrichment the history, art, and…

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Several victims of the plane crash over Washington D.C. were figure skaters and the collision has shaken members of the tight-knit community here at home.    HACKENSACK, New Jersey (WABC) — Several victims of the plane crash over Washington D.C. were figure skaters and the collision has shaken members of the tight-knit community. They were part of a group returning home from a national skating development camp and now members of the skating community in the Tri-State are overcome with grief — but also with guilt and what ifs. And for some, small decisions prevented them from being on that flight,…

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In the past week, federal agents have carried out operations in Newark, West New York, Paterson and Asbury Park.    POLITICS Thursday, January 30, 2025 10:45PM Anthony Johnson reports from Jersey City on the message leaders in the Hispanic community had regarding the ICE raids. NEW JERSEY (WABC) — The immigrant population is living in fear and the impact could be far reaching. That is why religious groups and community leaders in New Jersey gathered on Thursday to condemn the recent ICE raids across the state. In the past week, federal agents have carried out operations in Newark, West New York,…

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The state of Connecticut requires winners to come forward within six months or the jackpot gets returned to the state’s general fund or rolled into other games.    lottery Thursday, January 30, 2025 10:47PM Marcus Solis reports from Stamford, Connecticut with more on the unclaimed lotto ticket. STAMFORD, Connecticut (WABC) — A winning lottery ticket worth $100,000 has remained unclaimed in Connecticut for several months, officials say. The Cash5 ticket was won back on Aug. 13 at East Main Convenience in Stamford. Lottery officials said the winning numbers for the ticket are 08, 10, 11, 23 and 34. The state of…

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New York City’s latest crime statistics show major crimes are down.    Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:07PM Recent New York City data shows that major crimes are down. NEW YORK CITY (WABC) — New York City’s latest crime statistics show major felony crimes are down. The city will release data on Thursday that covers July through October of 2024. It shows that compared to the same period in 2023, major felony crimes were down by 2% overall. Major felony crimes in transit were down by 7%, and crime in housing developments was down by 9%. Officials say they’re still working on…

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How to watch Tarleton State vs. Utah Tech basketball game ​How to watch Tarleton State vs. Utah Tech basketball game    Halftime Report After a tough loss on the road their last time out, Tarleton State looks much better today on their home court. A win is still up for grabs for either team after one quarter, but Tarleton State is up 24-21 over Utah Tech. Tarleton State came into the game with some extra motivation after the defeat they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We’ll see if they’re able to flip the script or if…

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Police are looking for a suspect after a teenager was shot at the NYCHA Albany houses in Crown Heights, Brooklyn on Thursday.    Friday, January 31, 2025 2:37AM Stream New York’s #1 news – Accuweather – original content 24/7 CROWN HEIGHTS (WABC) — Police are looking for a suspect after a teenager was shot at the NYCHA Albany houses in Crown Heights Brooklyn on Thursday. Police said a 16-year-old was shot in the leg at 4:52 p.m. at 1414 Bergen Street. The teen was taken to Kings County Hospital where he is expected to survive, police said. Police said the suspect…

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A stolen Amazon vehicle was involved in one of two fatal crashes overnight on I-57 in Chicago’s south suburbs, Illinois State Police said.    fatal crash Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:03PM A stolen Amazon vehicle was involved in one of two separate fatal crashes on I-57 near Chicago’s south suburb Markham, Illinois State Police said. COOK COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) — At least two people died in two separate crashes on I-57 in Chicago’s south suburbs, Illinois State Police said. A stolen Amazon vehicle was involved in the first of the deadly crashes. Police said the car was taken from the fulfillment…

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The figure skating community is very small and tight-knit, and Chicago area skaters who were also at the championship in Kansas are now mourning some of the athletes they competed against who died in the DC plane crash.    plane crash Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:22PM Chicago area figure skaters who were also at the championship in Kansas are now mourning some of the athletes they competed against who died in the DC plane crash. CHICAGO (WLS) — Some of the victims on the American Eagle flight that crashed into the Potomac River after a midair collision with a U.S. Army…

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Jurors held their first full day of deliberations on Thursday in former Illinois Speaker Mike Madigan’s corruption trial.    Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:28PM Jurors finished their first full day of deliberations on Thursday in former Illinois Speaker Mike Madigan’s corruption trial. CHICAGO (WLS) — About 14-and-a-half weeks after the jury was first seated in former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s federal bribery and racketeering trial, his fate, and that of his co-defendant Mike McClain is now in their hands. Jurors held their first full day of deliberations on Thursday. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The…

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