ABC World News Tonight with David Muir Full Broadcast - May 23, 2024

ABC News

23 May 202419:48

Summary

TLDROn tonight's broadcast, severe storms threaten holiday travel plans with possible tornadoes impacting millions from Texas to the Northeast. The Justice Department files an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, Ticketmaster's parent company, for alleged monopolistic practices in the concert industry. Louisiana passes a bill classifying abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, with possession potentially leading to jail time. Police release video of a confrontation involving golfer Scottie Scheffler, and authorities in California break up a burglary tourism ring. Additionally, NOAA releases its highest-ever early hurricane forecast, a study reveals hope for young women with breast cancer wanting children, and Celine Dion opens up about her personal battle with Stiff Person Syndrome.

Takeaways

🌪️ Severe storms are expected to impact millions traveling for the Memorial Day holiday, with possible tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail affecting areas from Texas to the Northeast.
🌪️ A new line of storms is moving from Texas northward, following a storm that caused damage in New York City by downing trees and power lines.
✈️ Thousands of flights are affected by the severe weather, which could disrupt holiday travel plans for many.
🚔 New video has been released showing a confrontation between top golfer Scottie Scheffler and a police officer around a deadly accident in Louisville.
💊 The Louisiana legislature has passed a bill that would classify two abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, making possession without a prescription punishable by jail time.
📜 The U.S. Justice Department has filed an antitrust lawsuit to break up Ticketmaster's parent company, Live Nation, accusing them of monopolizing the concert industry and driving up prices.
🏠 Authorities have disrupted a burglary scheme involving groups targeting homes with Wi-Fi jamming equipment to knock out home security systems.
📊 NOAA has issued its highest ever early forecast for the upcoming hurricane season, predicting 17 to 25 named storms, with 8 to 13 expected to become hurricanes.
🤰 A new study offers hope for young women with nonmetastatic breast cancer who wish to become pregnant, showing that fertility preservation methods like egg freezing can increase the chances of conception.
🎤 Celine Dion has opened up about her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, and how her hope to return to performing is what keeps her going.
🎸 A new documentary about The Beach Boys is set to release, chronicling their journey from a garage band to music legends and featuring their reunion at the original spot of their first album cover.

Q & A

What is the breaking news about severe storms affecting travel plans?
-Severe storms are moving across the country, posing a threat to millions of Americans traveling for the Memorial Day holiday. These storms have already caused damage in New York City and are expected to impact areas from Texas northward, with the potential for tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail.
How did the storms affect New York City?
-The storms that swept through New York City resulted in downed trees and power lines, causing power outages and damaging homes and infrastructure.
What is the impact of the storms on air travel?
-The storms have led to a ground stoppage at LaGuardia and several other airports around New York, which is expected to impact a record number of travelers and have a ripple effect nationwide on what is expected to be the busiest air travel day in nearly 15 years.
What is the current tornado count and what is expected over the holiday weekend?
-The current tornado count is well above average, with more than 700 tornadoes reported. The forecast predicts additional tornadoes, particularly affecting areas from Nebraska into western Iowa and potentially moving towards Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, Little Rock, Dallas, and Waco.
What is the situation involving Scottie Scheffler and a police officer in Louisville?
-Scottie Scheffler, the world's number one golfer, was involved in a confrontation with a police officer directing traffic around a deadly accident in Louisville. The officer accused Scheffler of refusing to comply with directions and dragging him with his car, but newly released video footage does not support these claims, leading to the officer being disciplined and Scheffler maintaining his innocence.
What is the new legislation in Louisiana regarding abortion pills?
-The Louisiana legislature has passed a bill that classifies two abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances. Possessing these drugs without a prescription could lead to jail time and hefty fines, making Louisiana the first state to impose such restrictions.
What is the Justice Department's action against Live Nation and Ticketmaster?
-The Justice Department has filed an anti-trust lawsuit to break up Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, accusing them of monopolizing the concert industry and driving up ticket prices through illegal tactics.
What is the issue with groups targeting homes with Wi-Fi jamming equipment?
-Authorities in southern California have warned of groups allegedly using Wi-Fi jamming equipment to knock out home security systems, facilitating burglaries. These groups are also known to use camouflaged cameras and construction attire to minimize suspicion.
What happened during the stage collapse at a rally in Mexico?
-A deadly stage collapse occurred during a rally in northern Mexico due to strong winds. At least nine people were killed, including a child, and dozens were injured when the stage and a large video screen collapsed.
What is the new hurricane forecast for the upcoming season?
-NOAA has issued its highest ever early forecast for the upcoming hurricane season, predicting 17 to 25 named storms, with 8 to 13 expected to be hurricanes and 4 to 7 of those major. The increase is attributed to warming ocean temperatures from climate change.
What does the new study reveal about young women with breast cancer and future pregnancy?
-A preliminary study suggests that three-quarters of women aged 40 and younger with nonmetastatic breast cancer who wanted children were able to become pregnant, and about two-thirds had a baby. Fertility preservation methods such as egg freezing nearly tripled the odds of having a baby.
What is the significance of the new documentary about The Beach Boys?
-The new documentary, coming from Disney+, chronicles The Beach Boys' journey from a garage band to superstardom, featuring new interviews with band members, never-before-seen footage, and a reunion at the original spot where their first album cover was photographed, showcasing their enduring legacy and iconic sound.

Outlines

00:00

🌪️ Severe Storms and Tornadoes Threaten Holiday Travel

The video script opens with a report on severe storms and tornadoes hitting the United States, particularly affecting travel plans during the Memorial Day holiday. Ginger Zee provides an update on the weather, mentioning a new line of storms moving from Texas northward and the potential for damaging winds and tornadoes. The National Weather Service confirms multiple tornadoes touching down in Iowa, including an EF-3 tornado in Carbon, Iowa, and an EF-4 tornado in Greenfield, Iowa, with winds up to 185 miles per hour. The storms are expected to continue, impacting travel hubs like Dallas and Chicago and moving into the Northeast over the holiday weekend. The script also covers the impact on air travel, with thousands of flights affected and a record number of Americans on the roads and in the air.

05:02

🚔 Controversy Surrounding Top Golfer's Traffic Incident

The script discusses a confrontation involving the world's number one golfer, Scottie Scheffler, and a police officer in Louisville. New video footage released by the police shows Scheffler's car at the entrance of the PGA Championships, with an officer running after him. The golfer was trying to navigate through traffic for an early start when the incident occurred. The police report claims Scheffler 'refused to comply' with directions and dragged the officer, causing damage to his uniform. However, the released videos do not show this, leading to questions about the officer's account. The police have disciplined Detective Bryan Gillis for not activating his body camera, but charges against Scheffler, including felony assault and reckless driving, are still pending. Scheffler's attorney maintains his innocence and indicates they are not interested in settling the case.

10:03

🏥 Louisiana Legislature Passes Abortion Pill Bill

The Louisiana legislature has passed a groundbreaking bill that classifies two abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, making possession without a prescription punishable by jail time and fines. This move is part of a broader effort to crack down on the illegal distribution of these drugs. Abortion pills are used in over half of the abortions in the U.S., and with this bill, doctors in Louisiana will now need special licenses to obtain them. The Biden administration has attributed the overturning of Roe v. Wade and subsequent state-level restrictions to Donald Trump and his appointment of Supreme Court justices. This bill makes Louisiana one of 21 states to ban or severely restrict access to abortion since the landmark decision was overturned.

15:03

📜 Justice Department Files Anti-Trust Lawsuit Against Ticketmaster's Parent Company

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an anti-trust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, accusing the conglomerate of monopolizing the concert industry and driving up ticket prices. The lawsuit, joined by nearly 30 states, alleges that Live Nation has used illegal tactics to maintain its market dominance, such as pressuring artists to use its promotion services, retaliating against venues that work with competitors, and locking concert venues into exclusive ticketing contracts. The lawsuit comes after the botched sale of Taylor Swift's 'Eras' tour tickets, which left millions of fans without tickets due to high fees and website crashes. Live Nation has responded to the lawsuit, denying that it is a monopoly and attributing ticket price increases to factors such as rising production costs, artist popularity, and online ticket scalping.

👮‍♂️ Authorities Dismantle 'Burglary Tourism' Ring

Police in Southern California have arrested four men who are part of an international crime operation suspected of committing burglaries in the U.S. The suspects used sophisticated methods, including camouflaged cameras in plants to monitor when homeowners would leave, and WIFI signal jammers to disable home security systems. The men, identified as Colombian nationals, were caught with a video surveillance device, hard hats, and vests to minimize suspicion as they approached homes. This incident is part of a wider issue of 'burglary tourism,' prompting some police departments to set up specialized task forces to address the problem.

📉 Stock Market Plunges Amid Interest Rate Concerns

The U.S. stock market experienced a significant drop, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average suffering its worst loss of the year, falling 605 points and closing at 39,065. This downturn comes amid concerns over interest rates and follows a recent milestone where the Dow surpassed the 40,000 mark for the first time.

🌀 NOAA Releases Alarming Hurricane Season Forecast

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued its highest-ever early forecast for the upcoming hurricane season, predicting an 'extraordinary' number of storms. The forecast calls for 17 to 25 named storms, with 8 to 13 expected to become hurricanes and 4 to 7 of those major hurricanes. The average number of named storms is 14. Scientists suggest that warming ocean temperatures due to climate change are likely contributing to the increased frequency and strength of these storms.

🤰 New Study Offers Hope for Young Breast Cancer Survivors Wanting Children

A new study provides encouraging news for young women who have had nonmetastatic breast cancer and wish to have children. The preliminary findings indicate that three-quarters of women under 40 who wanted children were able to become pregnant, and about two-thirds had a baby. The study highlights that fertility preservation methods, such as egg freezing, nearly tripled the chances of having a baby for these women.

🎤 Celine Dion Opens Up About Stiff Person Syndrome

Celine Dion has revealed her personal battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, in her upcoming documentary, 'I Am Celine Dion.' The singer shares that her hope to return to performing is what keeps her going despite her diagnosis. The documentary, set to release in June, promises to be an intimate look into Dion's life and her journey with this debilitating illness.

🎸 The Beach Boys: A 60-Year Legacy Celebrated in New Documentary

A new documentary celebrates the enduring legacy of The Beach Boys, who have sold 100 million records and created dozens of hits over six decades. The film, produced by Disney+, chronicles the band's journey from a garage band to superstardom, featuring new interviews with band members and never-before-seen footage. It highlights their iconic sound and the creation of a 'California dream.' In a special moment captured in the documentary, The Beach Boys reunite at the original spot where their first album cover was photographed, recreating the iconic image with the original surfboard from 1963. The film offers a joyful and memorable look back at the band's history and the familial bond that contributed to their success.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Severe Storms

Severe storms refer to weather events that pose a significant threat to life and property, including high winds, heavy rain, hail, and tornadoes. In the video script, severe storms are a central theme as they are impacting a large part of the United States just as millions are traveling for the Memorial Day holiday. The storms are causing damage, such as downing trees and power lines, and affecting travel plans with thousands of flights disrupted.

💡Tornadoes

Tornadoes are violent and destructive rotating columns of air that extend from a thunderstorm to the ground, with wind speeds that can exceed 300 mph. The script mentions multiple tornadoes touching down in Iowa, including an EF-3 tornado that caused significant damage by lifting pieces of homes and an EF-4 tornado with winds up to 185 miles per hour, which is a measure of the tornado's intensity on the Enhanced Fujita scale.

💡Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed on the last Monday of May, commemorating those who have died while serving in the U.S. military. The script discusses how the severe storms are coinciding with this holiday, affecting travel plans for millions of Americans who are on the roads and in the air, making it a particularly challenging time for weather-related disruptions.

💡Air Travel Disruptions

Air travel disruptions refer to any event that interrupts the normal functioning of flights, such as weather conditions, technical issues, or staffing problems. The script highlights that severe thunderstorms have led to a ground stoppage at LaGuardia and other airports around New York, impacting a large number of people taking off and those flying in, during what the FAA describes as the busiest travel day in nearly 15 years.

💡PGA Championships

The PGA Championships is an annual golf tournament that is one of the four major championships in professional golf. The script discusses an incident involving the world's number one golfer, Scottie Scheffler, who had a confrontation with a police officer directing traffic around a deadly accident at the PGA Championships. The video released by police and the subsequent disciplinary action against the officer are part of the narrative.

💡Abortion Pills

Abortion pills are medications that induce an abortion, often used in the first trimester of pregnancy. The script discusses a first-of-its-kind bill passed by the Louisiana legislature that classifies two abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, making the possession of these drugs without a prescription punishable by jail time and fines. This is a significant development in the ongoing debate over abortion rights in the United States.

💡Anti-trust Lawsuit

An anti-trust lawsuit is a legal action that seeks to stop a company or group of companies from reducing competition in the marketplace. The script mentions that the Justice Department has filed an anti-trust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, accusing them of monopolizing the concert industry and driving up ticket prices for consumers. This lawsuit is a response to alleged unfair business practices that have negatively impacted concertgoers.

💡Burglary Tourism

Burglary tourism refers to criminals who travel to commit burglaries in a different area or country. The script describes an incident in Southern California where police arrested four men, alleged to be part of an international crime operation, who used sophisticated methods such as wifi-jamming equipment to knock out home security systems and construction hard hats and vests to minimize suspicion as they broke into homes.

💡Stage Collapse

A stage collapse is a catastrophic event where the structure supporting a stage gives way, often due to structural failure, extreme weather, or other factors. The script reports on a deadly stage collapse during a political rally in northern Mexico, where strong winds knocked down the stage, resulting in at least nine deaths and dozens of injuries, including a child.

💡Hurricane Forecast

A hurricane forecast is a prediction of the number, intensity, and potential impact of hurricanes in a given season. The script discusses the new hurricane forecast issued by NOAA, which is the highest ever early forecast, predicting 17 to 25 named storms, with 8 to 13 expected to be hurricanes and 4 to 7 of them major. This forecast underscores the increasing threat of powerful storms, likely fueled by warming ocean temperatures from climate change.

💡Fertility Preservation

Fertility preservation refers to medical techniques that aim to protect or preserve a person's reproductive capabilities, often used in the context of cancer treatment where therapies like chemotherapy can affect fertility. The script mentions a study that found fertility preservation, such as egg freezing, nearly tripled the odds of women who had nonmetastatic breast cancer and wanted children being able to conceive and have a baby.

💡The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys are an iconic American rock band known for their enduring legacy and iconic sound, with hits like 'Good Vibrations' and 'Kokomo.' The script highlights a new documentary about the band, chronicling their journey from a garage band to superstardom, with interviews and never-before-seen footage. The documentary also features a reunion of The Beach Boys at the original spot where their first album cover was photographed, marking a significant moment in their history.

Highlights

Severe storms are set to impact millions traveling for the holiday weekend with possible tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail.

New York City experienced a storm that caused damage by downing trees and power lines.

Louisiana legislature passes a bill classifying two abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, leading to potential jail time for possession without a prescription.

The Justice Department files an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, for alleged monopolization of the concert industry.

Police in Southern California warn of groups using Wi-Fi jamming equipment to knock out home security systems in a scheme called 'burglary tourism'.

A stage collapse during a rally in Mexico resulted in at least nine deaths due to strong winds tearing down the stage.

NOAA releases its highest-ever early forecast for the upcoming hurricane season, predicting 17 to 25 named storms.

A new study reveals that three-quarters of women under 40 with nonmetastatic breast cancer who wanted children were able to become pregnant.

Celine Dion opens up about her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, in her new documentary.

A new documentary about The Beach Boys showcases their journey from a garage band to music legends.

The Beach Boys reunite at the original spot where their first album cover was photographed, 60 years later.

The documentary features new interviews with band members and never-before-seen footage.

The Beach Boys' sound is described as the sound of joy, representing a California dream.

The success of The Beach Boys is attributed to the fact that they were a family, according to the documentary.