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Piano teacher accused of child sex crimes tried to escape to Australia. Now he faces prison

A piano teacher who taught children of Hollywood power players was sentenced to nine years and four months in prison for sexually abusing a teen student. He was extradited to Los Angeles earlier this year following an unsuccessful attempt to evade justice in Australia.

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WATCH: Missiles land in Dubai

ABC News’ Lama Hasan reports from the region on the Iranian response to U.S. attacks, with the UAE saying a civilian was killed by falling debris.

WATCH: What strikes on Iran mean for the Middle East

Former U.S. ambassador to NATO retired Lt. Gen. Doug Lute discusses the possible fallout from the joint U.S.-Israel attack.

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L.A. City Council should expand to 25 members, charter reform commission says

Supporters say a larger council will better represent smaller ethnic groups, including Black and Asian American and Pacific Islander residents.

LAPD helicopters barred from flying around LAX airspace 'until further notice'

Los Angeles police helicopters will not be responding to most emergencies near LAX for the time being, as federal authorities are addressing safety concerns at one of the nation's busiest airports.