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Christopher Nolan calls picking Downey for ‘Iron Man’ among the best casting decisions “ever made”

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

With news the Oscars will soon be giving kudos to the people who help pick the stars for a given project comes praise from Oppenheimer director Christopher Nolan on what he calls "one of most consequential casting decisions ever made." That honor goes to picking... Read More.

SNL’s Colin Jost to emcee this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

The White House Correspondents' Association has tapped Saturday Night Live's "Weekend Update" co-anchor Colin Jost to emcee the 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner. The annual event will be held on Saturday, April 27, in Washington, D.C. NBC News' Kelly O'Donnell, the president... Read More.

In Brief: Oscars to honor Best Casting, and more

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

The Motion Picture Academy will finally be giving casting directors their moments to shine at the Oscars. Beginning with the 98th Academy Awards in 2026, there will be a competitive Academy Award presented for Achievement in Casting. In a statement, Academy CEO Bill Kramer... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 2/8/24

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Thursday's sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Detroit 128 Portland 122 (OT) Golden State 131, Indiana 109 Orlando 127, San Antonio 111 Dallas 122, New York 108 Minnesota 129, Milwaukee 105 Chicago 118, Memphis 110 Phoenix 129, Utah 115 Cleveland 118, Brooklyn 95 Denver 114, LA Lakers... Read More.

There is barely any ice in the Great Lakes due to warm winter temperatures

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

(DETROIT) -- Record warm winter weather is having severe ramifications on the ice cover that typically engulfs the Great Lakes at this time of year. Just 5.9% of the Great Lakes are currently covered with ice compared to an average of about 40% for this time... Read More.

Mark Ruffalo honored by ’13 Going on 30′ co-star Jennifer Garner at Walk of Fame ceremony

Friday, February 9 by ABC News

Mark Ruffalo was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, with his 13 Going on 30 co-star Jennifer Garner paying tribute to her longtime pal with a hilarious and heartfelt speech. Ruffalo, who scored his fourth Oscar nomination last month... Read More.

7 indicted in assault on police officers in Times Square

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Seven people have now been indicted in connection with the caught-on-camera assault on two New York City police officers, the Manhattan DA announced Thursday. The assault occurred Jan. 27 near Times Square as officers were trying to take a person into custody. Yohenry Brito,... Read More.

‘Barbie The Movie: In Concert’ dances to the Hollywood Bowl

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

It's time to "Dance the Night" at the Hollywood Bowl. Barbie The Movie: In Concert is coming to the iconic venue on July 27, Variety reports. The event will feature a live-to-film music experience from the Barbie Land Sinfonietta, which is a special presentation... Read More.

Nearly 100 beehives stolen from field in California’s Central Valley

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(FRESNO, Calif.) -- Authorities in California's Central Valley are asking residents to bee alert for stolen hives, which are a prime target this time of year, after nearly 100 were recently stolen from an open field. Ninety-six beehives valued at nearly $34,000 were stolen late last... Read More.

91-year-old man fends off violent mugger in NYC attack, search for suspect continues

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Police continue to search for a violent mugger who met his match in a 91-year-old man he tried to rob on a New York City street. The victim, Hyman Silverglad, was transported to St. Luke's Hospital Medical Center with multiple injuries last week... Read More.

6 family members unaccounted for after Pennsylvania home went up in flames during shooting incident: DA

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Six family members remain unaccounted for a day after a massive house fire engulfed a Pennsylvania residence where officers responding to an emergency call were met with gunfire, officials said. Authorities presume that three adults and three children who lived in the house... Read More.

Pell Grants offer prison inmates a chance to pursue a college education

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(ELLSWORTH, Kan.) -- For the first time in decades, prison inmates are eligible for the Pell Grant, a federal financial aid program that helps low-income students receive a college education. Simon Garcia, 34, who graduated college last November from a state prison in Ellsworth, Kansas, is... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Christopher Nolan calls picking Downey for ‘Iron Man’ among the best casting decisions “ever made”

SNL’s Colin Jost to emcee this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner

In Brief: Oscars to honor Best Casting, and more

Scoreboard roundup — 2/8/24

There is barely any ice in the Great Lakes due to warm winter temperatures

Mark Ruffalo honored by ’13 Going on 30′ co-star Jennifer Garner at Walk of Fame ceremony

7 indicted in assault on police officers in Times Square

‘Barbie The Movie: In Concert’ dances to the Hollywood Bowl

Nearly 100 beehives stolen from field in California’s Central Valley

91-year-old man fends off violent mugger in NYC attack, search for suspect continues

6 family members unaccounted for after Pennsylvania home went up in flames during shooting incident: DA

Pell Grants offer prison inmates a chance to pursue a college education

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