ABC7 Los Angeles

Live local news and weather tailored for Southern California

ABC7 Los Angeles focuses on one clear mission: keeping Southern Californians connected to what’s happening right now. Centered around live video and timely alerts, it brings the familiar ABC7 newscasts and reporting style into a clean, news-first experience.

The standout feature is the 24/7 streaming channel, which lets you drop into live coverage at almost any time, whether it’s the morning commute or late-breaking overnight developments. Picture-in-picture support is a smart touch, allowing you to keep an eye on live video while checking messages, email or maps. On-demand clips and full newscasts are neatly organized, so catching up on major stories or rewatching a segment you missed is straightforward.

Weather coverage is another strong point. You can set multiple locations, see hourly and 7‑day forecasts, and zoom into real-time Doppler maps for a quick read on incoming rain, wind or heat. Integrated weather and traffic alerts are particularly useful before heading out, especially during storms, wildfires, or major freeway incidents.

The “My News” section personalizes the experience by building a custom feed based on topics and neighborhoods you choose. Whether you care most about investigations, breaking crime updates, sports, entertainment or community stories, the feed learns your interests over time. Dedicated sections like Investigations, Newsmakers, and ABC7 Español make it easy to dive deeper into specific areas.

On the downside, the interface can feel a bit busy, with many sections competing for attention on the home screen, and video ads before clips may frustrate some users. Live streams can occasionally stutter during big news events.

Still, for anyone in the Los Angeles area who relies on ABC7 as a primary news source, this is a polished, powerful companion that delivers fast alerts, solid weather tools and reliable local coverage.