Watch Vallejo hip-hop star LaRussell deliver the news at ABC7!

LaRussell, a prominent hip-hop artist from Vallejo, returned to ABC7@7 for an engaging interview with anchor Amanda del Castillo. Their previous encounter went viral when LaRussell surprised Amanda after she sang one of his songs on air. This time, the two discussed the excitement surrounding the viral clip and how it inspired the new segment Local Love. LaRussell also announced his upcoming performance at the Dock of Bay Music Festival in September, showcasing his ongoing contributions to the local music scene. In a fun twist, Amanda challenged LaRussell to take on the news anchor role, where he humorously read a news story, presented the weather, and covered traffic updates.

The segment offers a unique blend of entertainment and local news, fostering community engagement. Viewers can watch the full interview online to see LaRussell's performance and catch up on his latest projects. This interaction exemplifies the dynamic relationship between local artists and media outlets.