Koco McAboy

News Reporter at KTTV-TV (Los Angeles, CA)

Emmy award winning journalist in Los Angeles at @FOXLA ✨

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Owner of Papa Cristo's, beloved LA restaurant, opens about decision to close after 77 years

2 weeks ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

Longstanding Greek restaurant Papa Cristo's, which has been serving the Los Angeles community and beyond for the past 77 years, is permanently closing its doors in May.
Los Angeles Angels set for 2025 home opener against Cleveland Guardians

1 month ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy |Kelli Johnson

It's an exciting day for fans of the Los Angeles Angels. The Halos host their season opener on Friday, April 4. What we know:After beginning their season on the road, the LA Angels will play their home opener against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night. Going into Friday's game, the Angels have a 4-2 record. The game is scheduled to begin at 6:38 p.m., with LA's Gavin Williams and Cleveland's Jose Soriano listed as the starting pitchers.
Avila's El Ranchito in Newport Beach celebrates its 50th anniversary

1 month ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

Avila's El Ranchito, a family-run Mexican restaurant, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Celebrating food and familyWhat we know:In 1975, Sergio Avila, bought the old Bayside Fish Market and turned it into Avila's El Ranchito, a restaurant his parents had opened nine years prior. The first location opened in 1966 in Huntington Park. Over the past 50 years, the restaurant has evolved into a peninsula staple.
Saweetie partners with Intuit for financial literacy event for LA high school students

1 month ago | foxla.com | Kelli Johnson |Koco McAboy

"My Type" rapper Saweetie is using her platform to help students with financial literacy. What we know:April marks Financial Literacy Month and to celebrate, Saweetie hit the stage at Inglewood's Intuit Dome for an estimated 300 Los Angeles high schoolers. In addition to watching Saweetie perform, students participated in a day of financial empowerment and hands-on workshops.
Immersive Titanic exhibit sails into Los Angeles

1 month ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

The Beverly Center will bring "Titanic: A Voyage Through Time" to the mall this spring. It offers a first of its kind immersive experience to step aboard the world's most famous ship through virtual reality. The experience allows visitors to explore the Titanic in all its grandeur and witness its tragic fate firsthand.
Art exhibit celebrating Mattel's 80th anniversary opens in downtown LA

1 month ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

The Corey Helford Gallery in downtown Los Angeles has partnered with Mattel Creations to present "Toys As Art, Art Inspired By Toys: Mattel's 80th Anniversary Group Exhibition". What we know:The exhibit debuted on Saturday, March 15th, marking the kick-off of the legendary toy company's year-long 80th anniversary celebration. The event features new and original, one-of-a-kind artwork, incorporating Mattel's beloved toys and fandoms, from over 80 visionary artists around the globe.
Compton's first Black-owned vegan restaurant facing closure

2 months ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

Planet Health Compton was the city of Compton's first Black-owned vegan restaurant, and it now faces permanent closure. The restaurant was founded by Roland Jackson, and opened officially in 2022. Jackson passed away in a car crash in 2023, and his good friend, Ronald K. Jones II, took over as a co-owner afterward. What we know:Planet Health Compton officially opened in 2022, founded by Roland Jackson. Jackson passed away in a car cragsin 2023. Jackson's good friend, Ronald K.
The Queen Mary to host inaugural Black History Month celebration

2 months ago | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

The Queen Mary will host Roots & Rhythm: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Future, an inaugural Black History Month celebration on Sunday, February 23, 2025. What we know:The event at the iconic ship will bring the vibrant culture of Leimert Park to life while highlighting Black artistry and storytelling. It will include visual arts, spoken word, and performances from groups like the Long Beach Honeys and Inglewood High School's marching band.
Kendrick Lamar's massive impact as an LA artist goes beyond the Super Bowl

Feb 10, 2025 | foxla.com | Koco McAboy

Kendrick Lamar is regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of this generation, and has now made history as the first solo rapper to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. Kendrick performed for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans as millions of people around the world watched. In an interview with Apple Music before the show, Kendrick spoke about the importance of the performance.
Kendrick Lamar's massive impact as an LA artist goes beyond the Super Bowl

Feb 10, 2025 | yahoo.com | Koco McAboy

LOS ANGELES - Kendrick Lamar is regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of this generation, and has now made history as the first solo rapper to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. Kendrick performed for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans as millions of people around the world watched. In an interview with Apple Music before the show, Kendrick spoke about the importance of the performance.