David Ono
David joined ABC7 in 1996 and during that time has witnessed history worldwide, covering Hurricane Katrina, Haiti's earthquake and Japan's tsunami. He traveled across Europe and Asia chronicling brave acts of the Nisei soldier from World War II.
Ono has attended two royal weddings: Prince William's in London in 2011 and Prince Harry's in Windsor in 2018. He's tracked drug runners through Central America and reported live from Boston after the tragic marathon bombing. He's covered terrorism from Paris not only in 2015 as the historic city was cripple with fear, but also in 2002 after a plot was foiled to bring down the Eiffel Tower.
Ono has trained with the FBI, the elite Los Angeles sheriff's SWAT team, ICE and the Los Angeles Port Police. He has been invited to the White House by President Barack Obama three times: Twice for exclusive one-on-one interviews, and once to make a speech about inclusion in America. David has extensively covered the Pope. He witnessed white smoke at the Vatican twice - in 2005 for the selection of Pope Benedict the 16th and 2013 for the selection of Pope Francis. He also covered Francis' historic visit to the United States in 2015 and his visit to Mexico in 2016.
David has produced multiple award-winning documentaries, two of which have made their way to the Smithsonian Institution.
David has won 12 Edward R. Murrow awards, 31 Emmys, 2 RTDNA National Unity Awards, 6 AAJA National Journalism Awards, and was honored with the Distinguished Journalist Award by the Society of Professional Journalists. He has also received both the journalist of the year as well as the lifetime achievement award by the LA Press Club.
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David's Stories
Dodgers' Japan relationship stretches back to team's 1955 World Series win. Here's a closer look
After winning their first World Series in 1955, the Brooklyn Dodgers traveled to Japan for a series of exhibition games. Two years later, they moved to Los Angeles.
Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration: The story of Toshi Ito
On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which led to the forced incarceration of more than 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II.
David Ono Reports: SoCal Firestorm
ABC7's David Ono takes a deeper and more personal look at what was happening as the Eaton and Palisades fires ravaged the community.
Army secretary talks recruiting challenges, advancements in drone technology
In an exclusive interview, Army Secretary Christine Wormuth discussed advancements in drone technology, recruiting challenges and the future of the Army.
Meet Mochi: The parrot teaching us about the global bird crisis
Three billion birds have vanished since 1970. Recent studies reveal the harsh truth and Mochi the parrot warns us about our planet's uncertain future.
FACEism: Los Angeles fashion designer sheds light on largely forgotten Immigration Act of 1924
A young Los Angeles fashion designer has taken it upon herself to remind the world of the importance of the Immigration Act of 1924, an event that's largely been forgotten. She's also showing us how knowledge really is power.
LAX may be drug smuggling gateway of the world, law enforcement sources say
Most checked bags that move through LAX aren't screened for drugs, meaning traffickers have given up private airfields in favor of commercial airlines, experts say.
Will LA be ready to host 2028 Olympics? Mayor Bass addresses top concerns in one-on-one interview
In just a few years, Los Angeles will host the Olympics and with all the excitement comes some logistical concerns. Is the city ready for the global spotlight?
What can Los Angeles learn from 2024 Olympics in Paris?
With the Olympics coming to Los Angeles in 2028, Mayor Karen Bass and local lawmakers have been paying close attention to Paris' preparations.
As drug smuggling invades airports like LAX, how do we stop it? Lawmakers weigh in
Cartels have been freely trafficking drugs on the same planes we ride on, and as this new vulnerability invades our airports, many ask, "How do we stop it?"