9+ mon, 4+ week ago (401+ words) See past interviews with Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Downey Jr and all your favorite stars from the Oscars red carpet Every year at the Oscars brings memorable moments and On The Red Carpet is bringing you all of them again this year with the Unlocked TV Channel, "Oscars On The Red Carpet Encore." The On The Red Carpet team dug deep into the vaults to uncover the most magical moments and must-see interviews from our red carpet coverage over the years with Hollywood's biggest stars like Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Murphy, Brad Pitt and many more. Among the highlights, this year's nominee Cynthia Erivo, who in 2024 was a presenter and told On The Red Carpet's George Pennacchio she was just so thrilled to be there. "There's no pressure in it for me tonight. For me, tonight,…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (399+ words) One cyber security firm tracks what are known as "SIM farms" that contain dozens of SIM cards. LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Scam texts are flooding our phones and costing some dearly. According to the Federal Trade Commission, the texts scammed Americans out of nearly half a billion dollars last year alone. So where are all those texts coming from? It turns out, millions may be coming from Southern California. Been Coon with the cyber security firm Unit221B tracks fraudster activity on the dark web. He's also tracking what are described as "SIM farms." SIM farms contain dozens of SIM boxes, which in turn contain dozens of SIM cards. Your cell phone has a single SIM card that allows you to call and text. The farms can have thousands of them. "I could logically put together in my head the ability to send…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago (407+ words) LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- There are a lot of big tax changes in President Donald Trump's sweeping spending bill, and 7 On Your Side is looking into how this could help you. Millions of U.S. workers who earn tips and overtime pay may be eligible for a federal tax break when they file their 2025 income taxes next year. But which workers will qualify for the new deductions is among the details the government has to work out. Under the bill Trump signed into law on July 4, the U.S. Treasury Department must publish a list by Oct. 2 of occupations that qualify for tax-free tips. The department is also expected to publish guidance on how to report tips and overtime pay, and what documentation will be required. The deduction provisions are not permanent but were written to expire after the 2028 tax year. Overtime pay isn't currently…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (398+ words) LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A new online platform is giving victims of the January wildfires the opportunity to have more say in the state's recovery and rebuilding process. It's called Engaged California, and it's calling on victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires to help create an action plan to rebuild the devastated communities. The new platform was created by the state's Office of Data and Innovation, and it's meant to empower Californians to have honest and respectful discussions on a variety of topics. "Participants on the platform have the opportunity to weigh in on issues that directly impact the recovery in Los Angeles," said Director Jeffery Marino. The process is simple. You'll meet with others in a virtual space to talk about the topic then the program will share key findings from the meeting with not only you but with…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (117+ words) ABC7 wants you to see Mickey and his pals rocking the DJ table at Disney On Ice! Wish upon a star with Asha as she and Valentino save the Kingdom of Rosas from King Magnifico. Roar with delight as Simba, Timon and Pumbaa step into the spotlight. Groove to ocean beats with Ariel and friends, harmonize with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, and sway to the rhythm of the waves with Moana and Maui. Five (5) lucky winners will receive a family 4-pack of tickets to Disney on Ice presents Let's Dance at Crypto.com Arena. Only open to residents of the KABC-TV DMA who are at least 18 years of age. See Official Rules here....

10+ mon, 3+ day ago (343+ words) ABC7.com is the website for ABC7 / KABC-TV, the most-watched television station in Southern California. ABC7 is the West Coast flagship of the ABC Owned Television Stations group, which is owned by the Walt Disney Company. The leader in HD programming, Eyewitness News is the first television station in Southern California to broadcast news in high-definition. ABC7.com is the #1 local TV news website in the county, and ABC7 was the first local television station in the United States to surpass 3 million Facebook followers. The station's offices and studio are located in Glendale, California. For any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the public file, call 818-863-7223. President / General Manager Vice President - News Vice President - Finance Vice President - Technology Vice President - Marketing Manager - Digital content Station History at a Glance Order Videos and Transcripts ABC7 cannot provide broadcast clips or transcripts. However, third-party…...

9+ mon, 3+ week ago (200+ words) Enter for your chance to win a prize pack to see Mary J. Blige at Yaamava' from ABC7! ABC7 has your chance to win a prize pack to see Mary J. Blige at Yaamava'! Don't miss your chance to see Iconic Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress, Mary J. Blige, as she performs LIVE at Yaamava' Theater, on Monday March 3rd, 2025. ABC7 is giving one (1) lucky winner one night stay, a hotel credit and a pair of tickets, to see Mary J. Blige at Yaamava' Theater at Yaamava' Casino & Resort! Visit yaamava.com for your chance to win tickets to see Mary J. Blige, live in concert. Enter for chance win VIP tickets to "LIVE's After Oscar Show" Enter for your chance to win a Disney Treasure Cruise family vacation! Win a trip to San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade this February 15! Enter for your chance to win Harlem…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (141+ words) ABC7 is giving you a chance to win a family 5-pack of tickets to an advance screening of "Zootopia 2"! Fans will have the opportunity to screen the highly anticipated film before it officially hits theaters everywhere, November 26! Six lucky winners will receive a 5-pack of tickets to the Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10 am screening of "Zootopia 2" at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood. Only open to residents of the KABC-TV DMA who are at least 18 years of age. See Official Rules to enter here. For best results, enter the sweepstakes using Google Chrome as your browser on your desktop or laptop computer at abc7.com/promotions. If you need to change any of your personal information associated with our giveaways, go to my.disney.com or call 1-866-5DISNEY for assistance....

6+ mon, 3+ week ago (165+ words) Carrie Underwood is a true multi-format, multi-media superstar, spanning achievements in music, television, film, and as a New York Times bestselling author. ABC7 has your chance to win a prize pack to see Carrie Underwood at Yaamava' Resort & Casino! ABC7 is giving one lucky winner a one-night stay at Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel, a $200 hotel credit and a pair of tickets to see Carrie Underwood at Yaamava' Theater! Don't miss your chance to see one of country music's biggest stars and a former American Idol Winner, Grammy Award-winning singer, Carrie Underwood, as she performs LIVE at Yaamava' Theater, on Friday, September 5, 2025! She's sold more than 85 million records worldwide, is the most-awarded female country artist for singles in RIAA history, and has seven albums that are certified Multi-Platinum or Platinum. Sweepstakes only open to residents of the KABC-TV DMA who are…...

7+ mon, 1+ day ago (167+ words) ABC7 is giving you a chance to win tickets to Cirque du Soleil ECHO! ABC7 has your chance to win tickets to Cirque du Soleil ECHO! ABC7 is giving you a chance to win tickets to see Cirque du Soleil ECHO! Winners will receive a 4-pack of tickets to Cirque du Soleil ECHO at the Laguna Hills Mall Under the Big Top on June 4, 2025! Cirque du Soleil ECHO brings unexpected magic to its Big Top starting May 23, 2025 - June 29, 2025 with a spectacular performance combining poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and technology explores the delicate balance between people, animals, and the world we all share. Cirque du Soleil ECHO allows the audience to join in a world of color, inspired by the youth's optimism, the inventive power, and the value of empathy. Empowered by the power of invention, the hope of the youth and the importance…...