Marc Cota-Robles
A native of Orange County, Marc is a graduate of Chapman University, where he received a bachelor's degree in broadcast television journalism.
While at ABC7, Marc has reported on countless breaking stories, including the Las Vegas mass shooting, the destructive Thomas Fire in Ventura and the mudslide aftermath in Montecito.
Marc joined ABC7 in June 2014 after spending nearly eight years at KION-TV, the CBS affiliate in Salinas, California. While at KION, Marc served in many roles, including evening news anchor, beginning in 2010. The station was honored with three consecutive regional Emmy awards for best newscast (small market) in Northern California.
In 2012, Marc's anchor duties extended to KION's sister stations, KCOY 12 and KKFX FOX 11, based in Santa Maria and Santa Barbara, California.
Marc began his career in 2006 as a morning news anchor at KVII-TV in Amarillo.
Prior to jumping into the broadcast news industry, Marc drove open-wheel race cars, competing in the Pro Mazda National Championship. He continues to be an avid motorsports fan and has attended the Indianapolis 500 annually since 1993.
He lives in Pasadena with his wife, son and rescue dog Hayley.
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Marc's Stories
Kobe Bryant: Calabasas helicopter crash investigation to focus on weather, history of pilot and chopper
Investigators say the helicopter carrying Kobe Bryant and eight others that crashed was flying in fog considered dangerous enough that local police agencies grounded their choppers.
LA County homeless count: A behind-the-scenes look with volunteers in Santa Monica
Volunteers spent several hours counting the homeless in Santa Monica as part of the annual Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.
16-year-old boys killed in triple fatal crash in Temescal Valley identified
Three teenagers killed in a crash in Temescal Valley after a driver allegedly rammed their car have been identified.
Man accused of intentionally ramming vehicle; leaving 3 teen boys dead, 3 others injured in Temescal Valley
A suspect was arrested after a deadly crash in Temescal Valley where authorities said the man intentionally rammed a vehicle filled with teens.
CARECEN day laborers rally in Westlake, claim racial profiling after being forced to vacate
Local immigrants made their voices heard in Los Angeles' Westlake District and staged a rally against eviction.
L.A. councilmen call on Major League Baseball to award World Series titles to Dodgers
Two Los Angeles city councilmen introduced a resolution calling on Major League Baseball to award the 2017 and 2018 World Series titles to the Dodgers as a cheating scandal rocks the league.
OC passenger describes panic, fear of missile strike after apparent flames shoot from United plane engine
A flight bound for Los Angeles International Airport turned into a terrifying experience for dozens of passengers Wednesday after a mechanical issue prompted an emergency landing.
College students get 2 years of free tuition at Cal State universities if AB 1862 passes
College students hope a new bill introduced Wednesday will pave a pathway to an affordable bachelor's degree.
Joe Biden visits Southern California for fundraiser, tour of Long Beach bridge project
Former Vice President Joe Biden made a return to Southern California on Thursday as part of his campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Family of man left unconscious after Van Nuys attack speaks out, suspects remain at large
The family of a man who was left unconscious after a New Year's Day road rage attack spoke out for the first time Thursday.
