
Amanda Starrantino
Morning and Noon Anchor at KPIX-TV (San Francisco, CA)
Morning and Noon Anchor at KPYX-TV (San Francisco, CA)
Journalist at CBS News Los Angeles @kcalnews
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2 weeks ago |
cbsnews.com | Amanda Starrantino
In the heart of downtown Los Angeles, immigrant-owned shops are more than just businesses; they're lifelines for entire communities. But after anti-ICE protests turned violent overnight, there's deep disappointment in the damage left behind, but also hope that voices can be heard without more destruction.
Parents in Los Angeles fear attending school graduations amid recent immigration enforcement actions
2 weeks ago |
krdo.com | Amanda Starrantino
By Amanda StarrantinoClick here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES, California (KCAL, KCBS) — For many families in Los Angeles, the fear of the immigration enforcement operations taking place across the city is real but so is the pride of seeing their children graduate. Even with what’s happening just miles away, graduation is a once-in-a-lifetime moment they weren’t willing to miss. “It’s my oldest daughter.
Parents in Los Angeles fear attending school graduations amid recent immigration enforcement actions
2 weeks ago |
cbsnews.com | Amanda Starrantino
For many families in Los Angeles, the fear of the immigration enforcement operations taking place across the city is real but so is the pride of seeing their children graduate. Even with what's happening just miles away, graduation is a once-in-a-lifetime moment they weren't willing to miss. "It's my oldest daughter. It's about Rosanna and she's graduating, I'm here and her grandma's here," said Jorge Rosana.
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1 month ago |
cbsnews.com | Amanda Starrantino
On Los Angeles' Skid Row, the crisis isn't just human, it's also deeply affecting the animals. Hundreds of dogs are living in heartbreaking conditions -- neglected, abused, and forgotten. Local rescuers are begging the city for help, but so far, their pleas have gone unanswered. The nonprofit, Starts With One Today, is based out of Los Angeles and helps homeless dogs, cats, adults and children living in Skid Row.
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1 month ago |
cbsnews.com | Chelsea Hylton |Amanda Starrantino
The last two Asian elephants at the Los Angeles Zoo, Billy and Tina, have officially been relocated to the Tulsa Zoo. Their move comes after years of scrutiny of the LA Zoo's elephant exhibit. Animal advocates have alleged that Billy and Tina's enclosure was too small, the animals were suffering and their health was declining. The LA Zoo has denied all allegations, saying the pair were getting excellent care. "Billy and Tina, the Los Angeles Zoo Asian elephants, have arrived safely at the Tulsa Zoo.
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