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
A San Pedro nonprofit receives surprise donation from actor and comedian Jacob Wysocki
Actor and comedian Jacob Wysocki surprised Rainbow Services with a heartfelt donation on the game show Game Changer, honoring his late mother's legacy and sparking a wave of nationwide support.
Demolition begins on Old English Village in Long Beach for Queen Mary District revitalization
Long Beach has begun demolishing the Old English Village near the Queen Mary to make way for a revitalized cultural and entertainment hub.
94-year-old OC veteran shares his life story, experiences to educate future generations
During WW II, Nori Uyematsu and his family were incarcerated because they were Japanese American. After being released, Uyematsu enlisted in the U.S. Army as a teen. Now at 94 years old, the proud veteran is passing on his wisdom to the younger generation.
Community shows up to support Westchester independent bookstore damaged in car crash
After the crash, the beloved store cat, Pages, was missing for hours. Now that they've reopened, the community showed up to celebrate National Independent Bookstore Day.
Abused puppy recovering after shocking attack caught on video sparks outrage
A five-month-old puppy is on the road to recovery after enduring a brutal case of abuse that has outraged the Long Beach community and beyond. Newly released photos show the puppy alert and walking.
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.