immediately. laura anthony is wlif these new developments tonight. >> reporter: jahi's family told us latest round of tests show nod brain activity. that is not keeping the family from fighting to keep the hr little girl on life support. >> when i kiss her, i feel her breath. >> her mother says all she wants is more time. and late today, that is what the family received. when childrens hospital agreed to leave the 13-year-old on life support for now. >> it's just like she's sleeping and i'm just going in there and pray and let her know we're fighting for you. your mother will never stop fighting for you. >> the heart is beating on its only. assistance is for ventilation the family asked for nutritional support and antibiotics to be given.

>> accord together family this is the day childrens hospital was planning to fake jahi mcmath off life support. the hospital declared her brain dead. >> we're happy they've backed off. you know? we're not on doctor time anymore. we're on god's time. just providing us more time to get together and pray. >> reporter: the family claims she came in for a routine tonsillectomy. >> doctors are just humans like us they're humans with a degree. i believe god has the final say so. i just want everybody to pray for her, everywhere. >> reporter: children hospital offered this statement. we have not been authorized to share information about this matter, subsequently we're not able to correct misperceptions created about this sad situation. the family says there is no

timetable for removing the girl from life support. >> home in san francisco has a new address after sliding down a hill and buckling against a retaining wall on another street this, is what the home looked like before it collapsed. inscombroeshths are looking into the prominent developer responsible for the rebuild. >> it's too bad. >> the curious came to see what is left. the home slid down the hill around 10:30. works had begun to model and expand the hope. doug is one of two dozen signing a petition urging the city to reject it. >> another situation of building

a mcmansion. >> the owner was once president of the building inspection commission overseeing enforcement of the housing codes. murphy held a fund-raiser for the marl campaign in 2011 appointed by lee to the port commission in this year. his critics are questioning whether he had proper permits for the work. >> that was related to the sort of research brush off for the commissions we've appeared before. seems like it's a lost cause before we appeared. >> the mayor says he will review this case and speak with murphy. >> to f.there is a violation that, will be citeed and there will be appropriate follow up to that. >> city inspectors are checking stability of the house an engineer says it seems

stable, and no evacuations are ordered. >> this building on the south side, i guess east side may need to put some plywood on windows in case something happens >> it's unclear if the developer swilwill have to go through process again. investigators are trying to figure out why a gunman shot three people before police say the gunman killed one person, then shot himself. one doctor is in surgery. police did a room by room search and could not find victims or suspects. >> we have cleared this building and have po pro is heed through people inside. and have allowed

them to go home. and collected two dozen witnesses >> there is no indication of foul play after an explosion of santa rita jail. four inmates were taken to local hospitals. a oven floor flew off hinges hitting one inmate in the head, forcing a lock down at the jail. there were a number of folks outside the back end of the jail by the back kitchen. there was clear there was damage. >> and the kitchen will remain closed. investigators try to determine what caused this explosion. and perhaps if there was a gas leak. the officials say it will not impact meals

>> a fire in a mental recycling facility add more smog to our unhealthy air forcing people to stay inside most of the day. this fire broke out this morning at sims metal management plant. this is the second fire there. and the fire in november burned about seven hours. this one took longer to control. meantime, blowing smoke into the valley. you can smell a bad odor. >> the fire started in two stock piles in metal. there was plenty of metal to

>> the stock piles you can see here are about the same size as the two on fire. >> they enjoy a huge shredder. >> that mixture churns and when it comes out, it's out. >> it took nine hours to control the blaze. in san jose, there was a chemical smell. >> we thought one copier was acting up. i had to make sure. >> it's very strong. >> this playground is packed with mothers and young children, today we saw a parent and two kids. many schools in san jose practiced shelter in place.

>> some students walking around with noses plugged. >> activities were limited. >> make sure exercise is limited and they're not overexerting their lungs. >> tomorrow will be another spare the air day. >> well, it appears we're in for yet another day of foul air. tomorrow the 11th spare the air day. one perk? we're getting goringus sun sets. this is very stunning. this is time lapse video from our tower cam towards san francisco this evening. you can share the pictures and we'd love to see them and share them with viewers. >> sandhya patel is here with details on the relatively poor air quality. >> things will be improving. not

immediately, high clouds added to the colorful sunset tonight. it's so hazy out there. miles oakland. and poor air quality, santa clara valley. no wood burning is allowed. we're expecting the temperatures to remain on the come foshtable side bur big changes in weather coming up. with winds shifting and improvement thursday. more details on that in just a few minutes. >> this lack of wind is helping firefighters along the coast. just west of highway one more than a dozen homes have been lost. >> well we have an idea how slow

is this fire because of the lack of winds. it's just more than mentioned there are no new evacuations. this evening, some residents are being ready to go just in case. >> a wildfire is a surprise for lots of residents. early monday morning she got the call to respond to a fire and able to picture aftermath. it's a total loss. >> i've seen people lose their homes on the news, until it happens to you, it's not what

you want to do. >> fire continues to burn, 200 homes remain threatened. some were getting ready to go. but crews have made progress because of calm winds. and make more. >> it's going to bring a lot of wind >> the flames crept up to highway one. this evening, residents are being briefed about shelter in place in big sur abc7 news. >> still ahead here tonight we're going to take you on a tour of candle stick park. 49ers prepare to what may be the final

game there. >> megamillions lottery and your odds of winning it. we've done the math so don't quit your day job. >> and our to the hot line is underway now. give us a call. >> san francisco marin food banks what better way to reach a goal than with professional hockey players? along with mascot raw hide will help us show how

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a clover fire killed one person after break out september 9th. flames destroyed 60 homes and 130 other buildings, charring 8,000 acres and took 1500 firefighters a week to stop it. a 29-year-old zane wallace peterson was charged with 200 counts of arson. investigators believe he set other fires as well. >> a bank robber who led police on a pursuit in the north bay is out of the hospital and now in jail tonight. the 60-year-old was shot by officers in san rafael after they say he tried to rob a bank in novato. blees mrooes believe he's the cotton bowl bandit he's been seen in surveillance

video. the district attorney is investigating each to see whether wooten was involved in them. >> oakland police department got an early christmas present and they get to start using it tomorrow. take a look. come with an important feature, more room in the front seat. >> more orring onyomic also. if i want toed move in front of me, i can. and am able to do work. >> police say it keeps those arrested from hiding evidence. the first of the police interceptor units hits streets tomorrow. >> we'll talk about the need to feed people. one out of every six people is what they call food insecure.

>> spencer christian is live where $1 can feed a person for a day. >> we're joined by paul ash. earlier, at abc7 donated $15,000 to the cause. >> tell us about the need. >> in wealthy communities there is a huge number of people. 25% of the people or reduced priced food.

>> we provide food for about 150,000 people each week. about 20,000 live in marin. >> with all aunder the influence there are people who, as you said are hungry or food insecure what. do we mean by food insecure >> they don't know where the next meal is coming from. they're going to decide whether maying rent or pay for transportation or buy meals for the family. owe once again in case you missed it san francisco bulls players are playi playing. there are rivals are the colorado eagles saturday at cow palace good luck a >> you can text the word

for a $10 donation. >> just click give where you live button. abc7 will donate $1 to food banks in your name. >> and we'll get that privilege on this thursday. >> that will be fun. now, let's check on the weather. >> sandhya patel is covering weather. >> you're temperatures will be decreasing. so much needed, let's check out live doppler

seven hd. that is a beautiful shot. 52 oakland. into 50s everywhere. look how festive boats are getting into the spirit. it's aits 46 in petaluma. there. this is what we're watching. winds at 35 miles per hour along the coast. that is going to bring in fresh ocean air. just what we need to clean out air. we'll see a major improvement in air quality going into thursday. >> you're looking at this this

belongs on post card. and thursday you're going need coats or fresh air, tomorrow morning, starting out just high clouds. clouds thin. heading into evening hours. tomorrow morning not too cold. most areas will start out into 40s coast and bay. you're looking at a cooler day. temperatures mid-50s for low 60s and a look at the accu-weather forecast, good air quality from

bay area air quality management district on thursday. cooler weather, cold start friday morn, milder for weekend as seasons change this saturday. sloej in the morning. >> thank you. >> all right. two weeks until the end of the year is time for a money-saving tax strategy. >> just call the

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mooshgs yil finney continues a quest to save you money tonight. >> and michael is live with the tax hot line. >> idea to make sure you get to keep more money you worked hard to earn we have california society of cpa staffing here. a ton of the guys because you're not calling now they're hanging out but they've been working hard thanks for joining us i appreciate it. >> you're welcome. >> what types of calls have you been receive something

>> interesting calls one question is social security we have an individual that retired from the u.s. and the question was do i have to report that income? u.s. takes the position if you're an american citizen, have you to report all income you get a credit for taxes paid abroad >> okay. >> so you do have to pay. let's talk about flex spending accounts. >> you can take an ira balance, and roll it into an hsa account. it's use it or are lose it. you can carry the balance and go back ten years and you can get up to $30,000 or $40,000 back. >> this is based on your

employer, correct? >> a lot of it has to do with type of plan that you have. you have to have a high deductible plan, yes. >> thank you. i appreciate it. take advantage of this and give us a call right now. here so go ahead and make the call. >> are you feeling lucky? megamillion stands at $600 million. >> also tonight silicon valley biggest names giving the president a piece of their mind >> memori

cash rentaling sisters are ringing today not just for christmas, but lottery tickets. megamillions is estimated $636 million. your chances of winning are 259 million to 1. despite the odds people have been lining up all day at cavanaugh liquors. because it's had multiple winners. jonathan bloom went looking for ways to tip numbers in your favor. >> can i get $five? of the big mega? i am the winner. >> optimism reigns supreme at cavanaugh liquors. >> this is the winning number. >> do you do you know? . >> i just do. iet gives you time to think how to beat the odds i went to ask a psychic she'd taken the day o i went to

a chinese restaurant and got numbers out of a fortune cookie. >> it's math matticly impossible to have a strategy. >> you're 49 times more likely to get killed by being stung by a wasp, hornet or a bee than to win. >> the jackpot keeps growing and so do lines >> the lines went out the door since i got here. >> one guy says he can keep from you having to stand in this crazy line. >> only way you can increase your chances of winning is by buying more tickets. >> so james told us his web site let's you buy online and pool them with others >> if you join a pool up to 100 people you have 100 chances of winning. >> of course, you'd only

hundredths of the jackpot. >> quick pick and you're an instant winner there. right? >> can i get three more megaplease? >> blame it on holidays these hopefuls are in the giving spirit. >> what would you do? >> create jobs. >> i am going to give way a lot of money to people that need it. >> i will be the winner! >> a group of silicon valley executives today urged the president to overhaul the security surveillance program. he met with the coes and they're calling for limits on telephone

date yat government can collect, more oversight and allowing companies to reveal more about information turned over to the government. they issued a statement saying we appreciated the opportunity to share with the president our principals. they also discussed problems with health care.gov. >> the chance already of uc san francisco is leaving her post to head the bill and melinda gates foundation. she will be beginning the new job in may, expected to make close to $1 million a year. she's an onkolg yichlt the gates foundation has $38 billion in assets. >> tonight's money matters prices up, sales are down. data quick service reported bay area home sales fell last month to

15% below average for november. on the other hand there hasn't been an above average month in seven years the fed launched a two-day policy meeting they'll decide how much longer to continue stimulating the economy. and facebook today said it will start running video ads on your news feed page. they play automatically. you'll have to click to hear them. facebook emphasizes this idea is still being tested. >> chances are monday night we'll sleeft pro football game at candle stick park. today the city opened doors for a thorough walk through. >> we had a phase of what has been a long goodbye. san

francisco recreation and parks gives tours at $18 a head. >> twice per day. when allowed to. >> but this morning they opened up to your clam yoerg media. they began and explored every nook and cranny. ever sign showers before? training table? wonder who kept them run something hoo bob mill lano >> a sad time. >> last time that this serves as home for san francisco 49ers and last in these seats. ginzberg reminded that the city is selling them. >> there is a certain patch of

green where ground. >> they should be winning. >> the parks department is for all we know, it could become the mid yefl a condo. >> when this plays host to a final game. wayne freedman abc7 news >> and officials holding out hope paul mccartney will be playing there. mccartney suggested this farewell performance. we'll stay on it and let you know. some great memories we want to see your

your photos in the feed with hash tag >> we have more year end tax tips coming up tonight >> a panel taking your questions here is the number to call.

it's not too late to call the seven on your side tax hot line. >> a panel of experts can help you maximize the refund you'll be getting. michael? >> you can call with me now we've got two rooms with cpas. this is leonard williams, thank you for being here. there are a lot of myths about what gets a

tax write off. >> there is no write off for me or to you. and there is no tax write off for person a to b. but common misconception. people understand about $14,000 you can give give. that is not income to the he sippent. >> so that is a big deal. you don't have to pay tax on >> yes. you eat into exclusion for estate tax purposes. >> this is

putting it simply, then you can deduct that on your federal and state tax return. savings will be whatever amount you've given so if you give a thousand you're going save in taxes. >> is a very good thing. a call. so you. >> it takes a dollar to feed someone for a day. >> yes. spencer is back with mo

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communities. we contribute to the organization where earlier this year we have contributed $220,000 to this food bank. >> it's huge. >> the fad bank takes for every $1s takes resources and network to turn that into $six worth of food. for people in that is a very generous text your donation and it will go a long, long way. >> thank you. >> happy holidays. >> same to you. >> back to you. >> thank you. you can go to news facebook page >> do that now. one last check

on weather forecast. >> yes. >> we're looking at a cooler day, high temperatures 50s and 60s. drizzle and light showers and we're monitoring air quality improvement by thursday. cooler weather, mid to upper 50s and then, cold morning on friday. only seeing a nice warmer pattern for the first full weekend of winter. if you look at the accu-weather forecast, christmas eve is a week from today and is dry for travellers. >> back with sports in just a moment.

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you, dan. dan is my prop man thank you. sorry, mark. video provided by the team david lee says he's excited >> he's a guy that does the ball touching his hands >> finals are over and stanford preparing for the rose bowl game. several players received well deserved honors. senior guard david yankee helping with an offensive line. ty montgomery

with his return game and trent murphy honored as second team all americans. senior linebacker shane scope third team honors the focus now is on michigan state and rose bowl. >> you can make a case for them. they can go through big ten here undefeated. that is the respect we're giving these guys. >> zach klein could come back to haunt the bears going into pack 12 rival oregon state. edged out of cal. by ncaa rules he's got to sit out a year. sean hadden has a year left of

a's acquired jim hons on. today, the orioles signed balance42 years, $15 million. but seven and a half million per season. a's could have kept balancefour and paying less than they are now. sharks facing blues. and happens again. justin brawn, bang bang big dunk from a little dude.

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this is "jeopardy!" here are today's contestants -- an attorney from evanston, illinois... a homemaker from cincinnati, ohio... and our returning champion, a medical student from prince george, british columbia, canada... and now here is the host of "jeopardy!" -- alex trebek! thank you, johnny gilbert, and hello, everyone. welcome to our show. for the second time in about a week, we have a contestant from canada on "jeopardy!" and matthew, making the most of it, picking up $24,000. sandy and debbie, welcome aboard and good luck.

here we go now into the jeopardy! round of play, which has only one daily double in these categories. each correct response will rhyme with the word "spree." matthew, you start. i'll take gettin' your drink on for $200, please. alex: sandy. what is scotch? yes. gettin' your drink on for $400. matthew. what is tequila? that's it. i'll take gettin' your drink on for $600. debbie. what is alexander? good. i'll take gettin' your drink on for $800, please.