Amanda Palacios
Amanda Palacios is a community journalist for ABC7 covering stories in the Long Beach area. She officially joined the team as a community journalist in October of 2021 after working as an intern, news assistant, freelance assignment editor and video journalist at KABC.

Amanda is an alumna of California State University, Fullerton, where she studied broadcast journalism. During her time at CSUF, Amanda was part of the Titan TV sports team where she was a sports reporter.

Amanda is a SoCal native and grew up in Chino Hills. As a community journalist, she is dedicated to reporting on the communities in and around Long Beach.

When Amanda is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing golf and traveling to new places.

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Contact:
ABC7 Broadcast Center
Attn: Amanda Palacios
500 Circle Seven Drive
Glendale, CA 91201
818-863-7777

Amanda's Stories
After visiting El Salvador, SoCal Rep. Robert Garcia advocates for return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Southern California Rep. Robert Garcia is demanding urgent action after visiting El Salvador to advocate for the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Homeboy Industries opens new dog grooming salon in Pasadena
The grand opening of Homeboy Puppy Fades in Pasadena marked the launch of Homeboy Industries' 14th social enterprise, a dog grooming salon with a powerful mission.
Catalina Island's only hospital on financial life support but still able to treat patients for now
Catalina Island Health, the only hospital and healthcare facility on the island, has faced many challenges over the past year. A shortage of supplemental funding has placed its future at risk.
Mobile laundry truck offers free services to fire victims across Los Angeles
The Laundry Truck LA is a mobile service that offers free laundry to those in need across Los Angeles. After the devastating fires, they decided to help fire victims.
El aumento del impuesto sobre las ventas del condado de Los Ángeles ya está en vigor
Una reforma de la financiación para combatir la falta de vivienda, aprobada por los votantes del condado de Los Ángeles en noviembre, entró en vigor el martes, lo que implica un aumento del impuesto sobre las ventas del condado.
Drivers gear up for 50th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
The streets of Long Beach will come alive with roaring engines and high-speed action as the 50th Acura Grand Prix kicks off next weekend.
Increased sales tax to support homeless prevention measures now in effect in LA County
A revamped anti-homelessness funding measure approved by Los Angeles County voters in November takes effect Tuesday.
Cormorant chicks, eggs rescued from falling tree in Marina del Rey
International Bird Rescue is caring for double-crested cormorant chicks and eggs rescued from a collapsing tree in Marina del Rey.
Hermosa Beach celebrates 29 years of Irish pride with annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
What began in 1995 as a small parade organized by two volunteers has evolved into Hermosa Beach's most beloved tradition.
Dodger fever sweeps LA as ticket demand soars ahead of season opener
Excitement is at an all-time high in Los Angeles as the Dodgers return from their Tokyo Series sweep, gearing up for their first home spring training game and a season opener filled with soaring ticket demand.