'No Kings' protests mobilize across California as activists push for early voter turnout

NEW YORK (WABC) -- With the midterm elections 17 days away, supporters of the "No Kings" movement gathered across the country Saturday to encourage voter participation as early voting approaches. Participants wore crowns representing the Statue of Liberty as part of the group's "No Kings: Vote Early" campaign. "Democracy is not and should not be a partisan issue," said volunteer Dina Heller. The "No Kings" movement began in 2025 as a series of protests against President Donald Trump and what organizers described as authoritarian uses of power. With less than three weeks until Election Day, organizers said Saturday's events were focused on voter engagement and turnout. More than 2,000 local events were planned in all 50 states, including dozens across the tri-state area and multiple gatherings in each of New York City's boroughs. Hundreds of people gathered in Manhattan's Washington Square Park to listen to music, hear speakers, including the Rev. Al Sharpton, and register voters. Allen Hobbs, who attended the rally, said the effort was aimed at defending constitutional principles. "We want to have, a support for our Constitution.

A person was killed, and three others were hurt after a shooting near a sports complex in northeast Harris County, according to the sheriff's office.

A Central Florida man who threatened to kill family members or himself was arrested after he lunged at deputies with a knife. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested the man who threatened to kill deputies and lunged at them with a knife. Local law enforcement responded to a home on the 11000 block of Clay Pit Road in Tampa regarding an adult male threatening to kill family members or himself.

City Colleges of ChicagoThe City Colleges of Chicago teachers and staff Local 1600 union is prepared to strike Monday if no contract deal is reached amid a contract dispute. Monday, October 19, 2026 3:22AMCHICAGO (WLS) -- Union leaders said Sunday night that there was still no contract agreement between City Colleges of Chicago and the union representing about 1,500 faculty and professional staff members. Negotiations continued through the weekend after hours of talks failed to produce a deal. The union has been negotiating with City Colleges since February. Its previous contract expired in July, and members voted last month to authorize a strike if an agreement was not reached by Monday. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchUnion leaders said key issues in the negotiations include wages, benefits, AI protections and reducing barriers for students. Tony Johnston, president of Cook County College Teachers Union Local 1600, said members remain hopeful that an agreement can be reached but are prepared for a possible strike. "We are committed to seeing how far we can go tonight.

Fatal CrashLive streaming newscasts, breaking news, weather & original, local programming. ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Monday, October 19, 2026 3:20AMGARY, Ind. (WLS) -- A person died after a vehicle drove into a body of "contaminated water" in Northwest Indiana. A female caller contacted 911 to report her vehicle was sinking into a body of water near Buffington Harbor in Gary on Saturday, officials said Sunday. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFirst responders arrived near the entrance of Indiana Sugar at Buffington Harbor. Surveillance footage from the location obtained by officer showed a white vehicle entering a body of water. Top Stories"Due to the hazardous conditions and contamination of the water, divers from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources were unable to safely enter the water to access the vehicle," an update from Gary officials read in part. "Recovery efforts were temporarily suspended while specialized equipment and resources were brought in to address the environmental conditions. Pumps were deployed to remove the contaminated water and lower the water level to facilitate recovery operations, continuing through the night.

SPORTSByEyewitness News Monday, October 19, 2026 3:17AMTENAFLY, New Jersey (WABC) -- A Tenafly, New Jersey homeowner recreated an unforgettable moment for Knicks fans in a viral Halloween display. Skeletons brought OG Anunoby's iconic NBA Finals Game 4 tip-in back to life, and there are no bones about it - this recreation is a slam dunk! The tip-in helped deliver the Knicks their first NBA title in 53 years. Copyright © 2026 WABC-TV. All Rights Reserved.