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Bear takes dip in Arcadia family's swimming pool - Video
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutA family in Arcadia received a surprise visitor as Southern California's unbearable heat wave continues. ARCADIA, Calif. (KABC) -- A family in Arcadia received a surprise visitor as Southern California's unbearable heat wave continues.The Liang family found a bear hanging out in their backyard.The bear was caught on video taking a dip in their pool amid scorching temperatures.Luckily the family stood inside their home and watched the bear until it finally jumped out of the pool and ran off soaking wet.Related topics:Copyright © 2020 KABC-TV. All Rights...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutA family in Arcadia received a surprise visitor as Southern California's unbearable heat wave continues. ARCADIA, Calif. (KABC) -- A family in Arcadia received a surprise visitor as Southern California's unbearable heat wave continues.The Liang family found a bear hanging out in their backyard.The bear was caught on video taking a dip in their pool amid scorching temperatures.Luckily the family stood inside their home and watched the bear until it finally jumped out of the pool and ran off soaking wet.Related topics:Copyright © 2020 KABC-TV. All Rights...WW…

6.9-magnitude earthquake rocks coast of Indonesia
Welcome, Your AccountLog Out SUMATERA, Indonesia -- A large earthquake struck Wednesday off the coast of the Indonesian island of Sumatra, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.The magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit about 5:29 a.m. and was centered 128.1 km (79.4 miles) west of Bengkulu, Indonesia, the agency said. Bengkulu, a provincial capital, has a population of about 300,000.The earthquake had a depth of 10 kilometers (six miles).In June, a magnitude 5.9 earthquake shook the Gulf of Tomini on the eastern side of Indonesia, but no serious damage or injuries were reported and no tsunami warning...…Welcome, Your AccountLog Out SUMATERA, Indonesia -- A large earthquake struck Wednesday off the coast of the Indonesian island of Sumatra, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.The magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit about 5:29 a.m. and was centered 128.1 km (79.4 miles) west of Bengkulu, Indonesia, the agency said. Bengkulu, a provincial capital, has a population of about 300,000.The earthquake had a depth of 10 kilometers (six miles).In June, a magnitude 5.9 earthquake shook the Gulf of Tomini on the eastern side of Indonesia, but no serious damage or injuries were reported and no tsunami warning...WW…

'Little fighter:' Baby whose mother was killed in suspected DUI crash in Anaheim getting better
Welcome, Your AccountLog Out ANAHEIM, Calif. (KABC) -- A baby who was born prematurely after her mother was struck and killed by a suspected DUI driver in Anaheim is making "amazing progress" in the fight for her life, according to her father.The infant was delivered via cesarean section at UCI Medical Center and had been in critical condition.The baby's father, James Alvarez, sent Eyewitness News a video of baby Adalyn Rose and says she's getting better everyday and described her as a "little fighter," just like her mom, Yesenia Aguilar."She's getting more and more tubes removed. She's now...…Welcome, Your AccountLog Out ANAHEIM, Calif. (KABC) -- A baby who was born prematurely after her mother was struck and killed by a suspected DUI driver in Anaheim is making "amazing progress" in the fight for her life, according to her father.The infant was delivered via cesarean section at UCI Medical Center and had been in critical condition.The baby's father, James Alvarez, sent Eyewitness News a video of baby Adalyn Rose and says she's getting better everyday and described her as a "little fighter," just like her mom, Yesenia Aguilar."She's getting more and more tubes removed. She's now...WW…

California's 1st case of the plague in 5 years reported in South Lake Tahoe
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutHealth officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe - the first in California in five years. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. -- Health officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe - the first in California in five years.El Dorado County officials said Monday the California Department of Public Health notified them of the positive test of a local resident who is under medical care while recovering at home.Plague bacteria are most often transmitted by fleas that have acquired it from infected squirrels, chipmunks and other wild...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutHealth officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe - the first in California in five years. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. -- Health officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe - the first in California in five years.El Dorado County officials said Monday the California Department of Public Health notified them of the positive test of a local resident who is under medical care while recovering at home.Plague bacteria are most often transmitted by fleas that have acquired it from infected squirrels, chipmunks and other wild...WW…

California's public health director abruptly resigns amid coronavirus pandemic
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutCalifornia's Public Health Director and State Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell announced her resignation. SACRAMENTO -- California Department of Public Health Director and State Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell announced her resignation effective immediately, state officials confirm.In an email to her staff Sunday night, Dr. Angell did not give a reason for her resignation.Angell's departure comes a week after a glitch was discovered in the state's data system that caused an under-reporting of new COVID-19 cases in the state.Sandra Shewry will be appointed as...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutCalifornia's Public Health Director and State Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell announced her resignation. SACRAMENTO -- California Department of Public Health Director and State Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell announced her resignation effective immediately, state officials confirm.In an email to her staff Sunday night, Dr. Angell did not give a reason for her resignation.Angell's departure comes a week after a glitch was discovered in the state's data system that caused an under-reporting of new COVID-19 cases in the state.Sandra Shewry will be appointed as...WW…

Gov. Gavin Newsom announces new protections for essential workers
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutNewsom pointed out that the majority of farm workers, construction workers, cooks, laborers, food prep workers, truck drivers and cashiers in California are Latino.By Alix Martichoux Gov. Gavin Newsom announced additional protections for essential workers in California amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.Newsom pointed out that the majority of farm workers, construction workers, cooks, laborers, food prep workers, truck drivers and cashiers in California are Latino. Many Asian and Black Californians are also disproportionately represented in those jobs."When...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutNewsom pointed out that the majority of farm workers, construction workers, cooks, laborers, food prep workers, truck drivers and cashiers in California are Latino.By Alix Martichoux Gov. Gavin Newsom announced additional protections for essential workers in California amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.Newsom pointed out that the majority of farm workers, construction workers, cooks, laborers, food prep workers, truck drivers and cashiers in California are Latino. Many Asian and Black Californians are also disproportionately represented in those jobs."When...WW…

5 shot at massive warehouse party in Harbor Gateway, police say
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutFive people were shot at a large warehouse party in Harbor Gateway, police say HARBOR GATEWAY, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Five people were shot and wounded at a large warehouse party in Harbor Gateway early Tuesday morning, police said.Los Angeles police responded to the shooting after it was reported at about 12:30 a.m. in the 22900 block of Lockness Avenue.Police said about 100 to 200 people attended the illegal party at the warehouse. Gunfire erupted inside and outside the building, and the five shooting victims -- identified only as three males and two females --...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutFive people were shot at a large warehouse party in Harbor Gateway, police say HARBOR GATEWAY, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Five people were shot and wounded at a large warehouse party in Harbor Gateway early Tuesday morning, police said.Los Angeles police responded to the shooting after it was reported at about 12:30 a.m. in the 22900 block of Lockness Avenue.Police said about 100 to 200 people attended the illegal party at the warehouse. Gunfire erupted inside and outside the building, and the five shooting victims -- identified only as three males and two females --...WW…

Suspects taken into custody after leading authorities on reckless chase across SoCal
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutAfter abandoning a vehicle and getting into another, the suspects crossed several lanes of traffic near East L.A. in an attempt to get away before being detained by officers.By ABC7.com staff Two suspects were taken into custody near East Los Angeles Friday afternoon after an erratic police chase across Southern California.The pursuit came to an end after both suspects abandoned a black Honda near a freeway, crossed an embankment and got into another vehicle. It was not immediately clear whether the driver of that car knew the suspects.Authorities quickly...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutAfter abandoning a vehicle and getting into another, the suspects crossed several lanes of traffic near East L.A. in an attempt to get away before being detained by officers.By ABC7.com staff Two suspects were taken into custody near East Los Angeles Friday afternoon after an erratic police chase across Southern California.The pursuit came to an end after both suspects abandoned a black Honda near a freeway, crossed an embankment and got into another vehicle. It was not immediately clear whether the driver of that car knew the suspects.Authorities quickly...WW…

Hundreds of maskless revelers seen at Holmby Hills mansion hours after LA mayor vows party crackdown
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutOn the same day Mayor Eric Garcetti threatened new sanctions against large gatherings, hundreds of people gathered at a lavish home in Holmby Hills for a celebration. HOLMBY HILLS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Hundreds of revelers were seen at a large celebration in the posh Los Angeles neighborhood of Holmby Hills, with many not wearing face coverings or practicing physical distancing.AIR7 HD was over the party at a mansion along Beverly Glen Boulevard near the UCLA campus and the Los Angeles Country Club Wednesday night.Video captured guests celebrating, dancing and...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutOn the same day Mayor Eric Garcetti threatened new sanctions against large gatherings, hundreds of people gathered at a lavish home in Holmby Hills for a celebration. HOLMBY HILLS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Hundreds of revelers were seen at a large celebration in the posh Los Angeles neighborhood of Holmby Hills, with many not wearing face coverings or practicing physical distancing.AIR7 HD was over the party at a mansion along Beverly Glen Boulevard near the UCLA campus and the Los Angeles Country Club Wednesday night.Video captured guests celebrating, dancing and...WW…

New data shows LA neighborhoods with most car thefts amid COVID-19
Welcome, Your AccountLog OutMore people are staying home these days, and at the same time, car thefts are up across parts of the Los Angeles area. LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- While more people are staying home during the pandemic, a record number of car thefts are being reported in parts of the Los Angeles area.The first three months of 2020 saw similar numbers of car thefts compared to the same period in 2019. But from April to July, when coronavirus closures were at their peak, there were significant increases in car thefts.RELATED: The number of stolen car incidents increased on average by...…Welcome, Your AccountLog OutMore people are staying home these days, and at the same time, car thefts are up across parts of the Los Angeles area. LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- While more people are staying home during the pandemic, a record number of car thefts are being reported in parts of the Los Angeles area.The first three months of 2020 saw similar numbers of car thefts compared to the same period in 2019. But from April to July, when coronavirus closures were at their peak, there were significant increases in car thefts.RELATED: The number of stolen car incidents increased on average by...WW…