Tourist dead after massive fire breaks out at Dominican Republic resort, officials say
At least one person is dead after a massive fire broke out at a resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, officials said.
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At least one person is dead after a massive fire broke out at a resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, officials said.
Anne Hathaway is pregnant with her third child, a representative for the actress confirmed.
A tourist died after a carriage horse got loose in New York City's Central Park. It resulted in a crash.
Pres. Trump said he signed an agreement with Iran that U.S. officials say calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and waive sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely in a major concession ...
A private plane crashed late Tuesday onto a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one of the six people on board and sending the others to the hospital, police said.
Leaders at the G7 summit threw their support behind President Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and further extend a shaky ceasefire.
"Maybe there's nothing wrong with me at all. Maybe I'm meant for something more." Watch Disney's spellbinding first trailer for "Hexed." 🌙✨🌙
The Disney Musicals in Schools program helped third and fourth-graders make their Broadway debut in NYC.
Tom Hiddleston hosts National Geographic's "Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston," a new three-part docudrama reframing history as a story of survival. Watch the trailer now and stream it July 23 on Disney+ and Hulu, or catch the premiere July 22 ...
For the first time in 14 years, fireworks will return to the Golden Gate Bridge on July 4th to celebrate America's 250th birthday, marking only the third time in history this display has occurred. The 9:30 p.m. show offers prime viewing from ...
Part museum and part store, the Oddporium, in Wilmington, Delaware, specializes in oddities and collectibles.
Activists are calling for the release of body camera video after a woman's dog was shot and killed by police during a New York Knicks' NBA championship celebration in Los Angeles.
The Grammys are expanding their categories and changing the rules. See what changes are coming for the 2027 Grammy Awards.
A suspect is in custody following a double shooting on Tuesday afternoon that left one person dead inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware.
Higher-than-normal tides could flood low-lying coastal areas around the Bay Area this week, a result of sea level rise from global warming and a surging El Nino. The unusually high tides are enhanced by wind, ocean swell and thermal expansion.
It's not just one or two shopping carts, but there's what appears to be dozens of them spanning the Colma Creek marsh adjacent to the SF bay. "This is certainly the greatest concentration that I've ever seen in one place," said a ...
The decision drew immediate criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and Giants fans, who say the gesture undermined the purpose of Pride Night.
Congressman Sam Liccardo calls for immediate federal aid Monday for the Pacifica Municipal Pier, as the city works to stabilize the structure following severe damage.
Oil prices on Monday fell to their lowest level since March after U.S. officials announced an agreement between the United States and Iran.
Walter is currently performing at New World Stages and says the experience has been nothing short of exhilarating.
It was a full-circle moment inside the Obama Presidential Center as Michelle Obama returned to her roots, connecting with the next generation of young women and reminding them what's possible.
The United States and Iran have reached an initial agreement that would extend their shaky ceasefire and lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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New Jersey teen Mykal-Michelle Harris is excited to take on the role in Disney & Pixar's new film, which hits theaters on Friday.
High oil and gasoline prices and energy supply problems won't be solved overnight, despite an agreement to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz announced Sunday.
The Oakland City Council has approved mid-cycle amendments to its $4 billion budget, with supporters saying the plan protects jobs and prioritizes public safety despite ongoing financial concerns. The council passed the budget adjustments in a 6-2 vote, following a contentious budget ...
A summer camp staffer from Vallejo has been arrested after being accused of sexually assaulting a minor at UC Berkeley over the weekend, authorities confirm.
Police said that American singer and comedian Oliver Tree was on the list of passengers handed to aviation authorities, but have not been able to identify the bodies of those killed in the crash.
It's called "Pacifica Project 1334," and it's in response to a recent WalletHub study that placed Pacifica dead last among small U.S. cities for starting a business. Here's how the campaign initiative leans into the criticism with humor.
Trump marked his 80th birthday by hailing an initial agreement to end the war in Iran and staging a once unfathomable cage-fighting show on the storied South Lawn of the White House.
The United States and Iran have reached an initial agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz and further extend a shaky ceasefire in the Iran war, potentially allowing desperately needed oil and natural gas to reach the global market.
Health officials in Santa Clara County are warning about a person with measles who visited several locations in the Bay Area while infectious.
The United States and Iran appear close to a deal to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
New UFO files have been released by the Trump administration that include several vivid descriptions of mysterious sightings in the sky.
A judge had given the Trump administration until noon Saturday to remove the name.
Tyler Robinson's attorneys say prosecutors went on a "media tour" expressing Robinson's guilt, in violation of the judge's restrictions against speaking about the case outside court.
Spencer Pratt responded to his loss in the Los Angeles mayoral race in a video posted Friday, saying "you have no idea how bad things are about to get for the city."
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center officials said Friday that a suspected hantavirus case involving a 38-year-old male inmate has been ruled out after state testing determined the initial result was a false positive. The housing area was decontaminated as a precaution.
Former Uvalde school police chief Pete Arredondo is scheduled to stand trial in February on charges that he failed to quickly respond to the Robb Elementary School shooting.
Extreme heat gripped the Bay Area on Thursday, with temperatures soaring into the triple digits for some - prompting both heightened fire concerns and a scramble for ways to stay cool.
Artist David Hockney, whose paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine became icons of 20th-century art, died Thursday, his publicist said. He was 88.
A judge on Friday denied a request from the Kennedy Center to pause a ruling ordering President Donald Trump's name removed from building.
A very strong El Nino has formed. According to ABC7 Meteorologist Drew Tuma, when El Nino conditions prevail, the storm track across the United States usually hovers over southern California in the winter. This tends to lead to higher-than-average rainfall across California ...
National Geographic unleashes "Sharkfest," a two-week event of shark-filled fun, beginning July 5 on Disney+ and Hulu.
Think you know who runs Venice? Meow you do. Check out the first teaser trailer for Disney and Pixar's "Gatto," starring Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne. In theaters March 5, 2027.
A partial lockdown at the Pentagon implemented in response to a potential air quality issue has been lifted after no hazards were found, according to the Pentagon's chief spokesman.
Compton's Cafeteria Riot is an immersive play that puts the audience in the middle of an uprising by transgender women against police harassment in San Francisco's Tenderloin district.
Newly released dashcam video shows a police officer getting shot by a fellow officer in what the police chief described as a "horseplay" incident.
Newly released video shows a police officer getting shot by a fellow cop in what the chief described as "horseplay."
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he plans to nominate Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence.
The FBI's San Francisco Field Office is ramping up security preparations ahead of the first FIFA World Cup match in the Bay Area on June 13, when Qatar takes on Switzerland. We spoke with a representative of the agency about what safety ...
Trump has said multiple times in recent weeks that the warring parties have been on the cusp of a deal without anything coming to fruition.
A new professional women's hockey team in San Jose is beginning to take shape, with the league announcing its first five foundational players tasked with building the expansion franchise. We spoke with some of the players who say they are excited to ...
The U.S. military says it's begun another round of strikes against Iran.
The body of a missing girl was recovered in Laguna Beach after she was swept into the ocean with her mother and brother near Treasure Island Beach.
The World Cup begins June 11, with the first Bay Area match set for June 13. Communities across the region are planning watch parties, and many businesses are hoping the tournament brings a boost.
Emergency demolition of the iconic Chit Chat cafe on Pacifica Pier has begun after major cracks appeared Thursday, prompting a local emergency declaration and inspections of the pier, nearby sidewalks and surrounding areas.
Karmelo Anthony, now 19, has been found guilty of murder over the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet in Texas last year.
It is not clear whether the Army Apache helicopter collision with the Iranian drone was intentional, and official statements only said the crash is under investigation.
Here's your next comedy binge! Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement star as best-friends-turned-rivals in "Alice and Steve," streaming now on Hulu.
Two people are dead after the stolen SUV they were driving crashed into an Oakland police vehicle, injuring an officer on Monday, according to authorities.
Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has defeated former reality television star Spencer Pratt to advance to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies.
The email appears convincing, using the name of Marin County Community Development Agency Director Sarah Jones and including official-looking language about project approval status.
Apple unveiled new artificial intelligence features with a focus on privacy and day-to-day at its annual developers' conference Monday the last one featuring CEO Tim Cook before he turns his post over to John Ternus in September.
"It's tragic. It's hard to see." Work near the Chit Chat Café Monday has drawn crowds of families taking photos and reflecting on decades of memories tied to the landmark.
San Jose police confirmed that investigators believe the deceased male is the primary suspect in the shooting. They say it was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.
Israel and Iran appeared to back away from further strikes Monday, hours after they traded fire for the first time since the U.S. agreed to a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago.
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 35 people.
"Schmigadoon!," an adaptation of an Apple TV series that gently mocks big, brassy Broadway shows, won the best new musical Tony Award on a night when actor John Lithgow and playwright Bess Wohl made history.
Did you feel it? A preliminary magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck the East Bay Sunday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
A federal lawsuit seeks to halt the upcoming UFC fight card on the White House South Lawn for President Donald Trump's 80th birthday and part of the celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.
President Donald Trump has issued a pardon to Stephen Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who served nearly two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information after he left office.
A one-year-old boy is in the hospital after a truck crashed into the side of an apartment building in Oakland Saturday morning.
With the FIFA World Cup just days away, soccer fans were already getting into the spirit at Santa Clara's FIFA-themed night market. With the FIFA World Cup just days away, soccer fans were already getting into the spirit at Santa Clara's FIFA-themed ...
San Francisco is kicking off Pride Month in a big way: the giant Pink Triangle is officially up and shining bright on Twin Peaks. Once used as a symbol of persecution by the Nazis to identify LGBTQ+ people, the pink triangle is ...
Cliff's Variety store has survived 90 years in San Francisco's Castro District by selling anything from hardware to drag queen wigs
Pride Month in San Francisco is underway, marked by one of the city's most powerful and enduring symbols: the Pink Triangle rising once again on Twin Peaks. Across the city on Friday, Pride celebrations also began at San Francisco City Hall, where ...
Get an inside look at the "Magic: The Gathering Marvel Superheroes" set, featuring new cards, comic art and fan reactions.
Democrat Xavier Becerra has advanced to the general election for California governor after pitching himself as an experienced choice to lead the Golden State.
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A Sherpa guide who survived a week on the treacherous slopes of Mount Everest was recovering at a hospital in Nepal's capital on Friday, while his family angered by a delay in rescue efforts sought legal action against those responsible.
Akshar Kumar breaks down the dragons, magical soccer action and emotional themes behind Disney+'s "Dragon Striker."
Food, art and community are just some of the reasons people travel. Now, all three are at the heart of a new show travelers will want to put on their radar.
Nicole Santiago of Napa made history by becoming the first woman from Puerto Rico to summit the tallest mountain on Earth. She spoke with ABC7 about her journey, reaching the Everest summit on May 20 after weeks of extreme climbing and months ...
A Colorado court reversed homicide convictions against two paramedics on Thursday in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain, a Black man who was pinned down by police and injected with a fatal dose of ketamine.
Five people have been arrested after a fight broke out Tuesday night at a graduation ceremony in Reedley.
A major project being launched by Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability could change the way we manage a precious resource. It's an ambitious project to map water. And with the potential of severe shortages looming, researchers say it's critical to track every ...
The House passed a measure to provide almost $2 billion in aid to Ukraine and impose new sanctions against Russia Thursday, sending the measure to the Senate behind a 226-to-195 tally -- despite GOP leadership in full opposition to the measure.
Watch the new "Camp Rock 3" clip and see how fans are stepping into the movie with a special CMA Fest activation.
"We waited for about an hour and 30 minutes," the newborn's mother said of their trip to the ER. "They did not do anything at all." Visiting the ER for the baby's concerning cough, a Fairfield mom said no tests were done ...
Eyewitness News has learned the victim killed in a stabbing in the Tarzana neighborhood of Los Angeles, California is actor James Handy.
Ten hostages are safe after a tense 15-hour standoff at a downtown Bakersfield bank ended early Wednesday with the death of the suspect, authorities said.
A Frontier Airlines flight heading to Chicago had to divert to Miami International Airport because a passenger choked an off-duty flight attendant shortly after he tried to open an emergency exit door and enter the cockpit.
Live from New York, it's the ESPYS! Comedian Marcello Hernández is officially hosting this year's award ceremony at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. Tune in live at 8/7c July 15 on ABC, or stream it live on ESPN+ via ...
Results are starting to roll in for the race to replace ex-Congressman Eric Swalwell, and one California state senator has taken an early lead.
As the polls close at 8 p.m., all eyes are on the California governor's race.
A massive search is underway in Northern California for a 60-year-old man who went on a Memorial Day hike in the Lake Tahoe area and has not been heard from since, authorities said.
Some voters across Alameda County are navigating an unusual election cycle, casting ballots twice in two separate elections just weeks apart following the resignation of former Congressman Eric Swalwell.
A 41-year-old suspect is dead and all 10 hostages are free after a 15-hour standoff inside an office building in Bakersfield, California, police said.
An Oakland family is pleading for the public's help as a driver remains at large over two months after a hit-and-run that left Anthony Pinelli, who was doing graffiti removal, in a coma for 30 days and continues to receive around-the-clock care.
The family of five, including twin sisters, died in a fiery crash on way to a family member's graduation.
A species of large-bodied shark that nearly disappeared from Atlantic waters has been seen feeding on seals off the coast of New England, according to marine biologists.
In the race to take over for Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi's seat, State Senator Scott Wiener and San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan will advance to the general election.
Pope Leo XIV took a step Tuesday toward overhauling the Vatican's communications operations by naming the Mexican-American president of the Catholic U.S. media conglomerate EWTN News as its new head.
The Domenica Foundation is one of South Jersey's support networks for youth and those in need.
"We are not moving forward with the fund, period," Blanche said.
Ballots ahead of Tuesday's primary election are being returned at a rapid pace across California, with statewide turnout at about 16 percent as of Monday and rising quickly.
Mexican authorities found a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana possibly used for drug and weapons trafficking that likely connects to a well-known street in San Diego.
A teenage girl was arrested this weekend after authorities said she injured three competition horses at a barn in Las Vegas.
Reporters and the public will be allowed to attend a key upcoming hearing for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, after a Utah judge on Monday denied a defense request to restrict access.
Paris Saint-Germain fans have gathered near the Eiffel Tower to celebrate their Champions League win.
A man with a record for being armed was taken into custody after he barricaded himself in a stolen vehicle Friday afternoon, Union City police said. A 26-year-old Milpitas man held police at bay for more than two hours before he was ...
The Emerson College poll found former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is leading the field with 28% support. Steyer followed with 22%, while Hilton was close behind at 21%. The results differ from a closely watched Berkeley Institute of ...
"I've never done this!" Ethan Hawke reveals what's happening with "The Lowdown" that gave him a new career milestone. Season 2 of the crime noir series is filming now in Tulsa. You can watch season 1 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
A family of four from Massachusetts who were killed when a bus crashed into multiple vehicles in Virginia were traveling to a wedding with a carload of homemade desserts for the celebration.
It was the end of an era Friday for several schools in the San Jose Unified School District, as teachers and students entered classrooms for the final time before multiple campuses permanently close.
Three climbers on Alaska's Mount McKinley who fell near a treacherous pass on North America's tallest peak have died, a Latvian mountaineering group announced Friday.
California's attorney general Rob Bonta sued the genetic testing company formerly known as 23andMe on Thursday, alleging it failed to protect sensitive user data in a 2023 breach that affected nearly 7 million people across the country.
Concord is moving forward with a project to build 12,000 homes at the former Naval Weapons Station after decades of delays. In addition to thousands of new homes, the project is also expected to include 6 million square feet of new commercial ...
During Wednesday's light-hearted hearing, Oakland Police Department leaders, city staff, attorneys, and residents also appeared hopeful that the department's federal oversight is nearing its end. But many acknowledged there's still work left to do to ensure OPD remains compliant with the tasks ...
Aiming to introduce youth to musical theater, the program, created in 2005, honors Stephen Sondheim and is named after one of his songs.
A crowded race for California governor is coming into sharper focus, with new polling released Friday showing three candidates separating themselves from the rest of the field.
A Recology garbage truck struck and injured a woman who was in an alley in San Francisco's Tenderloin District Friday morning.
The fifth rendition Portola Music Festival is returning to San Francisco this fall! The two-day electronic dance music festival is set for Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 at Pier 80.
Crews have rescued all eight students who were stuck on Pleasure Pier's Iron Shark roller coaster in Galveston, Texas on Thursday.
Shannon O'Connor, a Los Gatos mother convicted for hosting drunken sex parties involving teenagers, has received the maximum sentence. She apologized to the victims and their families following several days of their emotional statements, detailing profound, lasting impacts.
An Amber Alert remains in effect for a young Los Angeles girl believed to be with her father, who police say is a person of interest in the death of the child's mother. Investigators believe the father and daughter could be in ...
50 years after it hit theaters, "Jaws" still has teeth! Director Stephen Spielberg and the original cast reflect on the film's legacy and role in shark conservation. "Jaws @ 50" premieres July 10 on Nat Geo and streams the next day on ...
"The trauma shattered parts of me and every day I wake up, I'm rebuilding what you broke," one victim said at the sentencing hearing for Shannon O'Connor, a Los Gatos mother convicted for drunken sex parties involving teenagers.
President Donald Trump gathered with his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the war with Iran.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is facing five criminal charges, including strangulation and suffocation, after police responded to a disturbance complaint involving him over the weekend.
Win or lose, billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer will leave a mark in the history books in his bid to become California's next governor.
Officials say the investigation will probe a range of issues, including FIFA's ticketing process.
Cave divers are squeezing through narrow, flooded corridors in a delicate operation to reach seven villagers trapped underground in a cave in Laos for nearly a week.
"It's good to be back!" 🤠🚀 The final trailer for Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' is here, and tickets are officially ON SALE! Watch Woody, Buzz, and the gang take on screen time, plus get a first look at exciting new ...
Lake Tahoe visitors are being warned about rising parking fines, with illegal parking near Kings Beach and Donner Lake costing up to $450 as new resident‑only zones reduce available spots for summer travelers.
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a crackdown on leaks to the media.
A video showing a Fairfield High School student's arrest during a campus fight has sparked protests, student walkouts and renewed calls for accountability, as community members gathered ahead of a Tuesday night City Council meeting.
A man described as the nephew of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzmán has been arrested, Mexico's top security official said Tuesday.
A new directive from the Trump Administration could significantly change how or whether certain immigrants can adjust their legal status while remaining in the United States.
Mister Rogers is making a comeback, this time on postage stamps, after winning a nationwide vote to bring back a fan favorite.
California is seeing an unusually early spike in rattlesnake encounters, with 77 calls and three deaths reported. Experts urge hikers and pet owners to keep their distance and take precautions as investigations look at possible environmental causes.
Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit.
Have you been to Yosemite recently after it ended its reservation system? Well, the transition is proving to be chaotic. Over the holiday weekend, visitors were met with long lines, limited parking, and crowded conditions throughout the park.

Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback Fernando Mendoza has added another chapter to his storybook year - a graduate of U.C. Berkeley's Haas School of Business. Mendoza completed his bachelor's degree in business administration and management in his three years at Cal before transferring ...

One of Disney Junior's most popular characters is back in the all-new series, "Sofia the First: Royal Magic."

The toxic chemical inside the large storage tank that was leaking in California is methyl methacrylate, or MMA.

A Maldivian government spokesperson says the remains of four Italian divers who died in an underwater cave in the Maldives have been repatriated.

"It just doesn't feel like a real race weekend."

See how ABC's new home renovation show "Home For Good" is changing the lives of first responders, military veterans and community heroes. Watch weekend mornings. Check local listings.

Thousands of dollars were stolen from a Bay Area woman after scammers used artificial intelligence to mimic her daughter's voice in what authorities describe as a growing type of fraud.

The suspect was identified as Nasire Best, 21, of Dundalk, Maryland.

Three San Francisco land parcels, including a 5,000-square-foot lot near Candlestick Point, sold at auction for under $1,000 despite being entirely underwater. While some view these purchases as risky investments, experts suggest potential, though legally challenging, future uses, ranging from filling the ...

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake has hit south of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii, though the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports that there are no tsunami threats at this time.

Kyle Busch died after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, resulting in rapid and overwhelming associated complications, according to his family.

According to ABC7 Bay Area's source item, What's open and closed on Memorial Day 2026?, What's open and closed this holiday weekend? The development sits in VINI's Bay Area file for local readers tracking public services, civic decisions, transportation, housing, safety, and ...

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Saturday declared a state of emergency in Orange County amid ongoing efforts to stabilize a damaged chemical tank at a facility in Garden Grove.

With 10 days until the election, officials say the urgency is greater for voters living outside urban centers, where ballot postmarking and delivery may take longer under a consolidation plan affecting regional postal processing.

A gas explosion at a coal mine in China killed at least 82 people, local officials said, in what was the country's deadliest mining accident in recent years.

Caltrans is finishing its third weekend of repaving 19th Avenue. Residents say the road is smoother, but the 75 hours of work is causing delays. One lane stays open, and drivers are urged to use Junipero Serra or Sunset.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce gave Miley Cyrus her "Flowers" on Friday: a brand new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

A search warrant affidavit filed in Humboldt County says investigators recently recovered eight dead dogs from the rescue's property. The affidavit alleges at least one of the dogs found dead had recently been transferred from the Bay Area.

Waymo has paused freeway rides for its robotaxi service in San Francisco and other cities as it works to improve how its vehicles respond in construction zones. Freeway travel, including rides to the airport, is currently unavailable.

Video of a police response to a fight at Fairfield High School is drawing outrage after officers were seen using force and what police described as "distraction strikes" on a student who was showing "aggressive behaviors" and had hit an officer.

"Star Wars" is back on the big screen and we're celebrating "The Mandalorian and Grogu" with a look on and behind-the-scenes with Pedro Pascal, Jon Favreau and Sigourney Weaver.

Newsom's office cited an analysis that found that Chevron averaged more than 60 to 80 cents per gallon above unbranded alternatives.

The North Bay's first-ever student mariachi band has been chosen to perform at Disneyland next month, along with two Santa Rosa high school marching bands, but they need your help fundraising in order to go.

The driver of a Tesla Cybertruck was spotted appearing to be asleep behind the wheel while the vehicle was in self-driving mode.

Board of Education candidate Mark Harvey says Meta provided no clear explanation or way to appeal. He lost his personal Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger accounts, too.

Video obtained by ABC News shows the March DUI arrest of Britney Spears in Ventura County, California

SpaceX got within a half-minute of launching its newest and biggest Starship on a test flight Thursday evening before a cascade of problems halted the countdown.

California is moving to lead on artificial intelligence regulation as experts warn the technology will both displace and create jobs, bringing rapid disruption to the workforce.

A long-awaited homecoming was carried out with reverence Wednesday as friends, family and local leaders gathered in San Mateo County to honor a soldier killed in action during World War II. Thanks to advanced DNA technology, his remains were finally identified after ...

ABC7's data team is tracking surging police drone use in San Francisco, where more than 600 flights each month are reshaping how the department responds to incidents and raising new questions about oversight, transparency and how the technology is being deployed.

The secretary of the Department of Homeland Security said Thursday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers will be "out there every day" during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

San Jose firefighters were on the scene, and PG&E shut off power to thousands of customers for hours on Thursday due to a semi-truck with a damaged axle that was at risk of rolling over.

Disney+ and Hulu bring a 90s-2000s nostalgia summer with a limited-time pop-up, behind-the-scenes podcast and throwback programming on Disney+.

Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR's three national series, has died at 41.

A Simi Valley homeowner whose house was destroyed in the Sandy Fire says a doorbell camera alert helped save his wife's life Monday.

Tennessee officials will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was jailed for more than a month over a Facebook post.

U.S. Marshals have arrested a woman in connection with gym locker thefts across five Bay Area counties, including multiple locations in San Francisco's Marina District, authorities said.

A new pilot program at SFO replaces the need for passengers to stop at a kiosk to take a photo for identity verification. Instead, a series of cameras installed along the Global Entry queue automatically verifies a traveler's identity while they move ...

A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder.

The best Memorial Day sales can be found on mattresses and appliances and we've rounded up the best discounts.

A long-awaited infrastructure project along Highway 140 is moving forward as crews begin work on a rock shed designed to improve access to Yosemite National Park.

The SigAlert for a fatal motorcycle crash near the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza has now been removed, and all lanes are now open.

Dramatic and graphic new video shows the deadly confrontation with a suspect in Porterville that claimed the life of a Tulare County sheriff's detective.

"The Mandalorian and Grogu" star Pedro Pascal says the film aims to deliver the same sense of wonder the original "Star Wars" brought to audiences, whether they are longtime fans or newcomers to the galaxy far, far away.

The system, called WhaleSpotter, scans the bay around the clock for whale blows and heat signatures up to 2 nautical miles away, alerting mariners to slow down or reroute when whales are nearby.

A 12-year-old student will graduate from Evergreen Valley College with an associate degree in mathematics, a perfect 4.0 GPA and valedictorian honors. Meet Phung-Hieu Diep, who goes by Hieu and whose initials spell "P-H-D."

A Brooklyn woman was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison on Wednesday for drowning her three young children in the ocean near Coney Island's famed boardwalk.

The couple was excited to "take it easy" with the band famous for the song "Slow Ride" -- but no one told them the concert had been canceled. Not only was the birthday ruined -- they couldn't get their money back.

BTS member Suga quietly ran in San Francisco's Bay to Breakers race on Sunday, blending into the 30,000‑person crowd before performing at Stanford Stadium. Race organizers and fellow runner Mateo Coulson later discovered his participation after photos surfaced online. Organizers say his ...

Caltrans is exploring the idea of a high-speed bus system that could travel up to 140 miles per hour between San Francisco and Los Angeles, offering an alternative form of transportation for travelers. Would you ride in one?

When accepting her award, the Chairman of Disney Entertainment Television talked about one of the key parts of her success.

Disneyland Resort is changing its park-hopping policy, allowing guests to move between parks without a wait.

Aaron Rodgers took his time before deciding he wanted to come back for a 22nd season. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback already has made up his mind about a 23rd: There won't be one.

Fashion legend Diane von Furstenberg, the 2025 recipient of the award, made the announcement along with former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

"We are bringing you the highest level hockey in the world." The Professional Women's Hockey League announced Tuesday it is expanding to San Jose. The new franchise will join other expansion teams in Detroit, Las Vegas and Hamilton, Ontario, bringing the league ...

A British court sentenced a truck driver to prison for smuggling $9.4 million worth of cocaine in a shipment of underwear and clothing from Skims.

A religious community group has launched a new food truck aimed at feeding people experiencing homelessness in Oakland.

Three people are dead and more than a dozen first responders were quarantined and being treated Wednesday for exposure to an unidentified substance.

California leaders are trying to get the word out about upcoming changes to CalFresh that could put hundreds of thousands of people across the state at risk of losing their food benefits.

The Justice Department on Wednesday has charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with murder.

The 40th anniversary year of the Montgomery County Senior Games kicked off with more than 400 participants this year.

"Part of San Francisco's identity is because of its artists, and to think that it's a commuter labor force would be incredibly tragic." Federal data ranks San Francisco among the top two most expensive places in the country to live, contributing to ...

The Islamic Center of San Diego used to be like a second home for Belmont resident Rami Bailony, whose brother's children were in class when three victims were killed, including the mosque caretaker he grew up with.

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco is closing out the final stretch of California's gubernatorial primary by pitching himself as a political outsider ready to aggressively upend Democratic leadership in Sacramento.

The NTSB has shared strong new airport surveillance video showing the separation of the left engine from the plane.

Hours before Monday's attack police were racing to find the two teenagers who would ultimately be deemed responsible.

The Mandalorian magic is real with these exclusive Grogu finds to make your fandom stand out with gear worthy of any bounty hunter.

Two teenage gunmen opened fire at an Islamic Center in San Diego on Monday and killed three men before killing themselves a few blocks away, police said.

"He was a legend. My uncle was a people's person, he loved this block right here, he fought for this block where he died on," a witness said about a man known as "OG Frog," one of three victims killed after a ...

Maldivian authorities have suspended the search for four Italian divers believed to be trapped in an underwater cave.

When Luis Salazar found $30,000 in cash inside a fanny pack in a gas station bathroom, it never crossed his mind to keep it. "It's not my money to take. I was not raised that way."

It was not immediately clear who will replace Banks.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is betting California voters want a Democrat focused less on ideology and more on results - casting himself as the Silicon Valley candidate best positioned to regulate artificial intelligence without stifling innovation.

A 93-year-old San Francisco woman is at the center of a mail mystery she can't seem to escape. Dozens of letters. Three companies. All linked to a stranger... and all using her home address.

The gunfire erupted as Philippine authorities tried to arrest Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, a former national police chief.

A licensed drug addiction counselor was sentenced Wednesday to 24 months in prison for helping supply the ketamine that killed Matthew Perry.

"American Horror Story" announces Paul Anthony Kelly for Season 13! Plus, Billie Lourd and Gabourey Sidibe weigh in on magic scenes.

Researchers banded four peregrine falcon chicks with radio transmitters Wednesday morning at San Jose City Hall, part of a long-running monitoring effort in the Bay Area to remotely track their movements and locations.

Investigators say the semi driver tried to make a turn to avoid running a red light, and that's when he crashed into a city bus.

Gap is closing its last East Bay store on Oakland's Lakeshore Avenue after 26 years this summer, and employees will be offered transfers to nearby locations.

Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday announced a $1.3 billion deferral in Medicaid reimbursements to California. The Republican administration is also imposing a six-month freeze on some new Medicare enrollments and warning states to investigate Medicaid fraud or risk losing funding, officials ...

Warsh was confirmed Wednesday in a largely party-line vote.

Government figures released on Tuesday showed prices for food eaten at home rose 2.9% last month compared to a year earlier, which was the highest year-over-year inflation for the category since August 2023.

Cloobeck's arrest is connected to an investigation involving an L.A. model accused of extorting men she met online. The two are romantically linked.

A small plane crashed Tuesday in Bahamian waters off the coast of Florida and all 11 people aboard were rescued, officials said.

A second person is set to be sentenced on Wednesday for providing the ketamine that killed Matthew Perry.

Tia and Jasmin Criss, twin sisters from Philadelphia, graduated as valedictorian and salutatorian at Cheyney University, the nation's oldest HBCU.

Trump told Xi Jinping that "it's an honor to be your friend," even as his Chinese counterpart offered warnings about avoiding a possible clash between the two nations.

After one of its robotaxis entered a flooded lane in San Antonio during extreme weather, Waymo said it was issuing a voluntary recall of software related to flooded roadways.

The video shows a Waymo driverless taxis avoiding a recent crash on a busy freeway.

The Red Clay Strays, Carly Pearce, Gretchen Wilson and so many more are set to appear at Fan Fair X at this year's CMA Fest.

"Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident" is streaming May 15 on Hulu.

Two weeks into a citywide treasure hunt in San Francisco, the $10,000 loot said to be buried about a foot underground remains unfound as complaints grow over damage in public parks.

ABC7 is teaming up with our sister ABC stations to support our food banks across Southern California, the Bay Area, and the Central Valley. Every dollar you donate will provide up to four meals, and your donation stays in your community.

One of America's most iconic designers is now adding his own spin to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

Crews spent most of the day boarding up the main entrance to Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Company, a popular Fremont coffee shop, after a breakin early Tuesday morning. It's the fourth breakin in less than two years.