Amid the L.A. fires, Conan O’Brien, 2025 Oscars host, commented on what he and the Academy are doing to “respect the moment.” Oscars ‘We’re all taking this assignment very, very seriously.’ Friday, January 24, 2025 11:45PM Amid the L.A. fires, Conan O’Brien, 2025 Oscars host, commented on what he and the Academy are doing to “respect the moment.” Following the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires in Southern California, this year’s Oscars ceremony will take on a different tone. Conan O’Brien, host of this year’s Oscars, commented on what he and the Academy are doing to present the show in a…
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Discount store chain Target said Friday that it would scale back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. NEW YORK — Discount store chain Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and, as of this week, the White House. NOTE: The video is from a previous report. The Minneapolis-based retailer said the changes to its “Belonging at the Bullseye” strategy would include ending a program it established to help Black employees build meaningful careers, improve the…
As the Trump administration implements new immigration policies, Orange County community advocates and leaders help immigrant communities prepare. SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) — Rumors of increased U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer activity in Orange County were inaccurate, said immigrant rights advocates and community organizers on Wednesday. Still, advocates and organizers are working to prepare immigrant communities and their allies to be on alert as President Donald Trump takes action on immigration policy. One Orange County woman, who wanted to remain anonymous because of her immigration status, described the Trump administration as, “four years of uncertainty.” She said it will…
Southern California residents who were looking up at the skies early Friday were treated to a dazzling display as SpaceX launched 23 satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. TECHNOLOGY Saturday, January 25, 2025 1:28AM Southern California residents who were looking up at the skies early Friday were treated to a dazzling display as SpaceX launched 23 satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KABC) — Southern California residents who were looking up at the skies early Friday were treated to a dazzling display as SpaceX launched 23 satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon…
President Donald Trump landed in L.A. to tour the damage as he continues to feud with Gov. Gavin Newsom over disaster and federal aid. POLITICS Monday, January 20, 2025 7:44PM During a rally in Washington on Sunday, Trump said he’s praying for the survivors of the wildfires and will help rebuild the city “more beautiful” than ever before. LOS ANGELES (KABC) — President Donald Trump will travel to Los Angeles on Friday to survey the damage from the Palisades and Eaton fires. During a rally in Washington on Sunday, Trump said he’s praying for the survivors of the wildfires and…
A proposal introduced in the New York Legislature on Thursday could make it a crime for people to wear face masks to harass or threaten someone. POLITICS ByANTHONY IZAGUIRRE, AP Friday, January 24, 2025 7:28PM Stream New York’s #1 news – Accuweather – original content 24/7 ALBANY, New York — A proposal introduced in the New York Legislature on Thursday could make it a crime for people to wear face masks to harass or threaten someone. The bill would create the crime of “masked harassment” under the state’s existing harassment laws and contains several exemptions for people who wear masks…
Prosecutors said they will not file charges against Marilyn Manson after a years-long investigation of allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence. LOS ANGELES — Prosecutors said Friday they will not file charges against Marilyn Manson after a years-long investigation of allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said the allegations are too old under the law and the evidence is not sufficient to charge the 56-year-old shock rocker whose legal name is Brian Warner. “We have determined that allegations of domestic violence fall outside of the statute of limitations, and we cannot…
TV channel, college basketball best bets, picks, predictions and how to watch the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. No. 8 Michigan State Spartans in a Big Ten showdown Saturday on CBS and Paramount+ TV channel, college basketball best bets, picks, predictions and how to watch the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. No. 8 Michigan State Spartans in a Big Ten showdown Saturday on CBS and Paramount+ Getty Images The No. 8 Michigan State Spartans (16-2, 7-0 Big Ten) look to stay dominant when they face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (10-9, 3-5) in the Big Apple on Saturday on CBS and Paramount+. Tom…
Sundance Film Festival 2025 kicks off with “Sly Lives!,” “Jimpa” and “Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore.” On The Red Carpet ‘Sly Lives!,’ ‘Jimpa’ and ‘Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore’ premiere at day one of Sundance Film Festival Friday, January 24, 2025 8:09PM Sundance Film Festival 2025 kicks off with “Sly Lives!,” “Jimpa” and “Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore.” PARK CITY, Utah — The Sundance Film Festival 2025 is officially underway in Park City, Utah. It’s the largest independent film festival in the U.S., with programming ranging from movie premieres to filmmaker discussions. On The Red Carpet spoke to Kim Yutani,…
Our partner, Goya, as part of its Goya Cares initiative, is working to shine a light on this problem SPONSORED CONTENT Human Trafficking Friday, January 24, 2025 9:43PM January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Our partner, Goya, as part of its Goya Cares initiative, is working to shine a light on this problem. Goya has shared these important, troubling facts about human trafficking: Today, thousands of people fall victim to human trafficking in the United States, and one out of three is a child. This is a billion-dollar business in the U.S., and the U.S. is the largest consumer of…
Everything you need to know about Colorado QB and 2025 NFL Draft prospect Shedeur Sanders Everything you need to know about Colorado QB and 2025 NFL Draft prospect Shedeur Sanders Getty Images As the son of Deion Sanders, the term “under-the-radar” will never be associated with Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders. His name precedes him, and that pressure has forged a confident quarterback capable of handling himself in game-deciding moments. Sanders committed to Jackson State out of high school as a four-star and top-250 prospect. Over the course of two seasons at the HBCU, he set numerous program records and led…
“We are not leaving,” was the rallying cry for advocates in Brooklyn on Friday, protesting the city’s decision to close Nuestros Ninos, a day care that’s been operating for more than 50 years. SOCIETY Friday, January 24, 2025 9:55PM Today demonstrators call on New York City to reverse its decision to shut down the day care, Nuestros Ninos, in Brooklyn. BROOKLYN, New York (WABC) — Demonstrators called on the city to reverse its decision to shut down a beloved day care in Brooklyn that’s been in the community for decades. “We are not leaving,” was the rallying cry for advocates…
Three people were taken into custody during the raid inside Ocean Seafood Depot when officials said they were unable to provide documentation proving they had legal status. NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) — Mayor Ras Baraka is speaking out after he says three undocumented workers and others who are U.S. citizens were detained, fingerprinted and had their pictures taken and pictures of their ID taken in a seafood restaurant in Newark. Three people were taken into custody during the raid inside Ocean Seafood Depot when officials said they were unable to provide documentation proving they had legal status. Baraka said in…
Hundreds of people reported feeling some weak shaking to the USGS with some as far north as Poughkeepsie and even into some parts of Long Island. ByEyewitness News Friday, January 24, 2025 10:28PM Janice Yu and Lee Goldberg breake down the earthquake that was reported in Paramus, New Jersey. BERGEN COUNTY, New Jersey (WABC) — A 2.4-magnitude earthquake was detected near Paramus, New Jersey on Friday afternoon. The earthquake happened just after 1 p.m., according to the United States Geological Survey. As of 4 p.m., nearly 600 people reported feeling some weak shaking to the USGS with some as far…
FDNY Fire Marshals say the all-hands fire Friday morning in Flushing, Queens was caused by a lithium-ion battery. ByEyewitness News Friday, January 24, 2025 11:21PM Marcus Solis has new details on the townhouse fire in Flushing, Queens. FLUSHING, Queens (WABC) — A fire at a townhouse fire in Flushing, Queens that left four people injured, including one firefighter, was sparked by a lithium-ion battery, according to FDNY fire marshals. The freezing temperatures hampered the fight against a fire that broke out on 60th Avenue near 146th Street just before 5:30 a.m. on Friday. As they battled the flames, firefighters encountered…
At a gathering in Morningside Heights, interfaith leaders said migrants play a critical role in making New York a vibrant and inclusive city. Friday, January 24, 2025 11:22PM N.J. Burkett is live in Morningside Heights with details on the gathering in support of migrants. MORNINGSIDE HEIGHTS, Manhattan (WABC) — Religious leaders from a variety of faiths in New York City showed solidarity on Friday to say they stand with migrants. At a gathering in Morningside Heights, interfaith leaders — as well as some school leaders — said migrants play a critical role in making New York a vibrant and inclusive…
Emma Wen, a senior at Great Neck North High School, is researching more effective ways to fight pancreatic cancer. LONG ISLAND, New York (WABC) — Long Island is well represented this year at the prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search. The annual search is the longest running of its kind, and seeks the best when it comes to high school students studying science, technology, engineering and math. For 17-year-old Emma Wen, a senior at Great Neck North High School, the Regeneron Science Talent Search is more than a passion project. Most adults couldn’t understand Wen’s research, which could end up being…
It’s not just victims that sheriff’s deputies are looking out for. Human trafficking recruitment is also happening inside the jails. Human Trafficking Saturday, January 25, 2025 12:29AM Chanteé Lans has more on the anti-human trafficking unit in Suffolk County jail. YAPHANK, Suffolk County (WABC) — A first-of-its-kind anti-human trafficking unit in Suffolk County is working to support victims and put an end to recruitment inside jails. “We decided to create the first human trafficking unit in any jail or prison in the United States,” said Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. Toulon started the unit in 2018. “We’ve been able…
On the latest ABC7 Sports Overtime, Dionne Miller and ESPN’s Jeff Meller discussed the Chicago Bears hiring Ben Johnson as their next head coach. ABC7 Sports Overtime Friday, January 24, 2025 8:52PM The Chicago Bears have a new head coach! Dionne Miller and ESPN’s Jeff Meller discussed the hiring of Ben Johnson. CHICAGO (WLS) — Watch the full video segments of “ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller” Fridays at 5:30 and 8 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7’s 24/7 stream. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The Chicago Bears have a new head…
I Team Friday, January 24, 2025 9:23PM A woman says the Illinois State Treasurer’s office is holding funds belonging to her in excess of $19,000. CHICAGO (WLS) — A woman says the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is holding funds belonging to her in excess of $19,000. The I-Team investigates what is preventing her from collecting her money, and why you could also be owed some cash, Monday at 10 p.m. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics PERSONAL FINANCE CHICAGO LOOP I TEAM I-Team Watch Live Top Stories New details of surviving…