>> i'm astounded because i don't believe it. there are good reasons for that it's not possible. >> experts say they're skeptical of what seems like an unbelievable story of survival and a potentially frightening security breech. a santa clara teenager stowed away on a flight from san jose to hawaii and survived has to be the longest five hours of his life. good afternoon, everyone. i'm larry beil. >> the breech of security is raising questions about fencing at the airport. we're here with a look at how that stowaway got way with it. >> as you can see, the security

fence here is only six feet tall. and there is some wire at the top but that apparently didn't stop the stowaway the video surveillance has flaws as well. six miles of chain link fence makeup the security at mineta san jose international airport. posted signs warn the fences are under surveillance you'll see a camera. but the airport acknowledges the cameras don't cover every foot. tsa says there is video but the spokesperson says that is not true. >> there is not currently any video that shows anyone scaling a section of our fencing. what we do have is some footage that shows an unidentified person walking on the airport ramp during darkness hours and approaching the hawaiian airlines aircraft in question. >> the cameras are owned and operated by the airport.

but the video didn't alert anyone to stop him. >> it's my understanding we've reviewed that footage after the fact after being alerted to the situation. >> that means the airport didn't know about the intruder until after he was discovered in maui. an administrator determineds and test for compliance regarding access control and perimeter integrity requirements. now, people are wondering if a fence, six feet high in places is sufficient. >> easy. just throw clothing over the top of the wire. hop over. easy. a kid can do it. >> in san jose, abc7 news. >> apparently the kid did do it. congressman eric stallwell

tweeted this. quote, i have long been concerned about security at our airport perimeters the stowaway demonstrates vulnerabili vulnerabilities. >> coming up, how did he survive? what a local doctor says had to happen for him to make it through that flight. >> the warriors want to move to san francisco. reports out today indicate the team purchased a 12-acre parcel to build an arena meaning that controversial and expensive plans to build on the water front is going to be scrapped. sales force.com is recordedport selling the land. it will have plenty of parking and has nearby stops the team has said it will only use private money to build the areen yachl the warriors hope to

tippoff in 2018, 2019 season. >> pg&e pled guilty to criminal charges stemming from 2010 pipeline explosion the indictment seeks $6 million in judge did allow the request to be much higher. leanne? >> reporter: the fact pg&e faces higher fines was the highlight of the federal proceedings. pg&e faces 12 charges, and today, in court the utility pleaded not guilty to each one. under the law the u.s. attorney general can seek $500 for every violation. the utility company faces 12 charges which could amount to 6 million but in cases, the fines are mended resulted in higher ones. in this case, the judge allowed

prosecutors to ask for more money if they can prove pg&e saved million buzz not inspecting and maintaining the pipeline. >> whether it's profit or avoided costs the company can be charged at the diskrigs of the court. explosion injured 66. no one from pg&e was named. >> and if corporations are people, and they're run by people, why aren't those people named and going to jail? >> pg&e maintains none of the employees intentionally violated law.

we're committed to it. >> it's unlikely this federal case will go to trial. in case, pg&e expected to settle with the government all moneys collected will be use toed make more improvements to the system. we believe this will hold pg&e accountable for decades of mismanagement and failure to operate a save system. >> the city settled a lawsuit against pg&e. many families have, too. >> we took it back. those words from a man who won the boston marathon. >> and abc news marcy live with the story.

marcy? >> so much to celebrate the winner crossing the fine in record time. in men's race, first american to win since 1983. people were there to cheer to show what it means to be boston strong. those first steps across the line beyond personal triumph, they're a display of resolve following the horrors of last year's boston marathon. >> please join us in a moment of silence. >> this year, security tighter than ever. 100 cameras along the course, 4,000 officers reassuring the spectators here to support the runners. >> wow. >> for those so impacted by the

bombings a tough, but hopeful day. some loved ones of the three people killed spending this day with the cheering crowd. others reflecting at home while several of the 260 people returned here to run the final stretch of the race. cloudily taking back this finish line. >> about the most in history. >> thank you. >> as marcy mentioned for the first american said he was focused on the words "boston strong".

he went to ucla. there, you see the female winner from kenya defending the womens' title she says she couldn't enjoy because of the character stances a year ago. >> the family of the 8-year-old boston boy killed in the explosions released this message today, martin richard was watching when he was killed and his younger sister lost her leg. a team of runners took part in the race in his honor the family says they honor the lost and concern for those whose injuries don't show and salute everyone who contributed along the way. >> san francisco showed up sort -- support for the boston marathon. the marathon organizers provided us with this

organizers say it's the way area way of showing we, too, are boston strong. >> a former san francisco firefighter accused of driving drunk when hitting a motorcyclist appeared back at court today. for the second time, the 43-year-old did not enter a plea. a grand jury indicted him. the i team showing you this video of the crash last year. you can see the fire rig running a red light. prosecutors say quinn then left and was found hours later with a blood alcohol level above the legal limb writ. >> a 7-year-old boy is talking and alert after nearly drowning yesterday. the boy playing in the water when he started struggling. he performed cpr and was able to revive the boy.

the boy was underwater for a minute before being rescued. very, very lucky. >> feels different up here compared to just hoursing ayes. it's cooler, more clouds around. clouds. up around ukiah area, we've been watching thicker clouds moving through. nothing measurable so far. some light showers in the air. down 11 in oakland. clouds there, 60s in san francisco. 57 in half moon bay. just beautiful view from our camera. high clouds, 60s for santa rosa more blue, this evening, we'll

call it mostly cloudy skies, mid-50s to upper 60s. light showers in the morning might want to leave home sooner than you normally do. low 50s and mid-60s i'll let you know how much we're going to get and when the next opportunity will arrive. >> thank you. >> still ahead on abc7 news at 4:00 unfriendly skies after baggage handlers are caught doing this. >> lessons california can learn from mexico after a early warning system there saved lives. >> statements from an army ranger involved in a fire fight that killed pat tillman. >> and michael finney will answer your questions live just a little bit later.

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>> an ire line is apologizing after handlers were caught tossing bags into a bin. this is video showing air canada employees dropping luggage. the bags had to be checked at the gate. the airline is trying to identify the handlers who now face possible termination. >> back to school today for students at one school targeted by thieves during spring break. you're looking at video of the damage caused by the culprits the thieves stole chrome book computers and changed locks didn't keep them out the school hired 24 hour security guards and now installing cameras as well. police dmot have suspects at this point. >> when a 7.2 earthquake hit mexico city, residents had a

minute to prepare. this thanks to the country's earthquake early warning system. >> if a similar earthquake rumbles through the bay area, no warning will be heard. why california doesn't such a system in place. tiffany? >> reporter: it comes down to two things not enough dollars and not enough sensors two reasons why california does not have an early morning system. it would cost tens of millions to build and no one is offing to pay. >> earthquake, earthquake. >> imagine getting a text message with an alert. >> moderate shaking expected in 12 seconds. >> might give you time to find shelter this, is just a test. however, other countries, including japan, mexico or turkey have advanced warning

systems in place. >> the director of uc berkeley's lab is a strong advocate. >> in the case of the 1989 earthquake a warning system would have given people about 20 seconds the notice there had been an earthquake in the santa cruz mountains. governor brown signed legislation mandating a system. however, it does not provide the funding. >> we're looking for federal funding and state funding. we're looking at all options now. >> one thing they don't have to look for is public support. >> if it's a short warning heads

up, it's better than nothing. >> california under two clocks. race to find funding in january, 016 and to build a warning system. >> we know we're going to have a big earthquake. the question is when are we going to get that earthquake? >> some major changes in weather now. >> today is what happened, sandhya? >> we plan this accordingly. yesterday, we warmed it up for you. into mid-80s into warmest spots. we'll talk about kw we're seeing changes. it's sending us clouds i'm going to take you up to the

north. from our camera, light showers tonight through tuesday morning sunny skies and breezy conditions into afternoon. satellite radar showing you the cold front way north. when it does, we'll see showers between tonight and tomorrow morning. 7:00 p.m tonight not a lot happening by 9:00 or 10:00 we'll see the rain line shifting towards the south bay. you're going to have to deal with wet roadways a few inches of snow in the sierra nevada. that is something to talk

some of you may escape with nothing and scattered showers. make sure you have umbrellas, you might need them. on the peninsula, breezy and sunny skies for afternoon low 60s in san mateo. it's going to be a cold one in daily city. 57. north bay, we'll call it breezy, sunny and 66 in santa rosa. towards the east bay, temperatures mid-60s in union city. we'll notice a warm up wednesday temperatures low 70s inland.

by friday we're looking at another chance of rain. there is another opportunity late saturday going into early sunday morning. if i were you i won't wash the car. >> i appreciate it. >> good to know. >> up next we're halfway through the competition of "dancing with the stars". >> and a treasure being built for free in one of

>> it's five weeks down, five weeks still to come on "dancing with the stars". >> you can feel the anticipation. >> i say wait by wait.

>> last week, they danced to a perfect four. upping the game. . >> i feel like we're trying to make it more amazing. >> i think we treat this competition with integrity, hard work. it's, you know people vote, we're in it. >> keep it moving. ahead yes. >> this is now. >> is there a game plan? >> yes. >> got it.

it's not like, what happens if we lose "dancing with the stars"? >> what happened? >> i think that is probably not going to work. >> when it comes to the plans he answered this one. >> bringing in nonalcoholic beverages >> in los angeles abc7 news >> remember, you can catch two hours of "dancing with the stars" starting at 8:00

>> still ahead a decade after a shooting death of pat tillman. >> him firing in that position is getting there in order to fire. >> demands from sherpas on mount everest after that deadliest disaster, ever. >> the push in another city to use a controversial plan to prevent foreclosures.

ten years after pat tillman's death it's not certain who shot him in afghanistan. >> one army ranger says he can't shake the fact he hay be the one at fault he joined after september 11thth. espn has more on this outside of the lines investigative report. >> do you feel accountable? >> that is the way. >> i made a decision to fire. it was my decision and responsibility to pull the trigger and i made that choice. >> pat was like a mentor.

smart, loyal, awesome. a great man. >> there is something firing and we believed firing at us. i add no idea there was a possibility of friendly from the ridge line i fired 2, 3 bursts from my weapon. that is what we discovered was pat and brian's position. you shoot where your team leader shoots. so effectively...

position in order to fire. i know he regrets that so >> i just laid there thinking wow. i got my thoughts straight. i knew pat was dead. >> if you would speak to the family what would you like to say to them? >> just tell them how sorry you

are. and... how completely inadequate those words feel. you just want someone to express your remorse. knowing that you can't change anything. >> espn will have a special devoted to the life of pat tillman. >> vip biden is in ukraine today, accusations break out every who is responsible for a deadly shootout. today, the add menstruation released photos of soldiers highlighting sim har faces and

weapons >> there is a strong connection between russia and armed militants and other places so this is more just further photographic evidence of that. >> pro russian groups claim a pro russian force ambushed the people yesterday. >> now to the ferry disaster south korea president accusing the captain and crew mens of unforgiveable, murderous behavior claiming the captain and two crew members have been arrested on suspicion of. the death toll is 86. 200 people are still missing. >> sherpa guides on mount everest are considering a climbing boycott. at least 13 sherpas died in an

avalanche on friday. funeral services began for the victims the government of nepal says it will consider the demands of sherpas including more insurance money and regulations ensuring rights of climbers crews used helicopters to help a palo alto man that fell 30 feet while rock climbing in yosemite. a second waiting helicopter flew him to a nearby hospital. >> we're learning of alleden smith's alleged bomb thet. smith arrested a week ago sunday at lavm. a sargeant told reporters he asked the tsa agency if he would

be searched further. smith told the agent why not? i have a bomb the lapd is now handling this investigation. charges have yet to be filed. >> hippy hill had a clean up today. people packed the park for the 4-20 marijuana celebration. the dollar amount of the damage is not yet been determined. >> still ahead on abc7 news at 4:00 a form of alcohol could make cocktails cheaper. how safe is it? >> one california man's luck how he stumbled into a former vice president's family wedding. >> today's 7 on your side q and a is just ahead

i'm still taking your questions on twitter and facebook. i'll answer your questions here live in just a little bit. >> some peaks of blue, coming up. >> taking a look at traffic. this is cars n the right. headlights heading towards san rafael. stay with us.

>> former president bush's flare for colorful socks could give the g.o.p. a leg up these striped socks under the 41 president's name the socks are ememployedered with republican elephant symbol and his signature. i don't believe i would wash them if i had $3500 >> $35 is better. >> a california man enjoying a cup of coffee stumbled upon a wedding. >> yes. not just any wedding. al gore walking his daughter

down the i'll near santa barbara. >> it was under the largest tori pine tree in the world. he says he was surprised to see a famous person having this wedding. changes are going to come in tonight. we have clouds gathering north. so far we haven't seen anything measurable. if you're heading to the a's game it's going to be chilly. i think the rain will hold off until after 10:00 p.m

. scattered showers in z.thunderstorms. 66 boston and new york. new orleans, 80 degrees. 54 in seattle and rain out there. state wide, snow showers from tahoe to yosemite. 44 tahoe. down south, sunshine in los angeles. upper 50s to upper 60s if i were you i'd have an extra layer handy. we have opportunities for rain here, i'll be back with the look at when in my accu-weather forecast. >> a project that thoep will

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>> they're on a roll. this morning the president kicked off annual easter egg roll. of course the easter bunny was present along with both first family dogs. the first lady says it's keeping young people active and healthy. >> we want you are kids to be healthy and strong to do well in school living up to god-given phone shall. isn't that right? parents? >> the president read the classic book "where the wild things are" to a group of children, growling and challenging them to a staring contest. it's the largest event held on

the south lawn. >> a piece of the tender loin district being set aside to help the city's more provocative neighborhoods the tender loin museum being built in the cadillac hotel. it has a rich history the mayor believes it can help bring business to the area. >> people want to say hey, i have gone to the cable cars and to see the attractions. we're going to say uptown tender loin >> the museum will be open in 2015. >> you may soon see a powder form of alcohol for sale. the federal alcohol and tobacco

tax and trade bureau has given approval to a pocket-size theed pouch of powder. add water and it becomes hard alcohol. there are questions about it's abuse. >> this is remarkable. a military hero came to the rescue again heading to an event honoring him for previous series. he completed tours in iraq and afghanistan. suddenly an 11-year-old boy's mother had -- was trapped under her suv when a jack collapsed. >> i had my kids at home

they heard me scream i said go find a neighbor. >> someone knocked on the door. i answered it says like my mom needs help. >> he was still on time for the game he was going to. what a great story. >> a birnl day celebration stretched into weeks >> he received 10,026 birthday cards took him a while to read them all. >> they had moved to travis ask didn't know a lot of people. he told his mom he wanted 100 cards for his birthday because he needed new

the family says they got cards from the u.s., canada, japan, and ireland. >> impressive. >> michael finney answering questions here this one comes to us i have an iphone 3. do very to wait for my contract to get the new iphone 56789 c? >> no. the reason you get a cheap phone is that you sign up for a contract you're paying for the phone a little bit every month. some phone companies have a sliding scale. if you get three quarters of the way through they give you through quarters of the money

when you might want to wait apple expected to release a new phone in may. >> the 6 is come something >> who knows. but the rumors are that it's coming in may. >> interesting. >> nancy asks do small wireless carriers have their own towers? >> that is interesting you have to build one. there is ten large companies so some small companies will win tower by tower. they go and say we'll buy in bulk. >> this from eva c. asking what can a clipper card

customer do if readers are dead and she needs to catch a train? >> first not all of the trains all of the time. they carry hand held devices so you can do that. what you need to do is call the clipper people. thank you, sure. >> the fight between cities and local realtors. >> abc7 news.com netflix new deal. >> the bay area tries to prove it's no house of cards. >> this is the anl of the selfie. tonight one nonprofit says if

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eminent domain on anything they declare on whatever the fair market value is. >> housing advocates says that it's using eminent domain to acquire, and restructure mortgages of those facing fore clou sheer >> this so-to-pish cities to help homeowners get into better mortgages. >> it's the right of government to purr whiches private property for public use. idea of using to it seize underwater mortgages was introduced last year in richmond. the city and would buy then refinance with a lower principle. >> this eminent domain scheme puts cities and homeowners at risk. >> there is a radio campaign opposing to using it to prevent foreclosure. i'm not going to buy into this

program. personally. >> in san pablo the mayor told us there is no formal proposal to use to stop foreclosures. laura anthony, abc7 news. >> and thanks for joining us for abc7 news at 4:00. >> a fatal crash during a highway into a parking lot. plus... a remarkable what experts are saying about surviving a flight. >> it has nothing to do with tonight's big playoff game. >> i'm abc7 news sandhya patel. i'll let you know when showers will visit us coming up.

>> good evening, everyone. i'm carolyn johnson. >> a fatal crash, horrible accident causing a huge traffic mess now. >> it's happening on highway 85 near south de-anza take a look at the grisly accident. two smashed cars on the highway. a jeep flipped over. we know one person is confirmed dead here. >> now, as you pull back here you can see this caused a huge traffic problem to be diverted throughout the road.

>> it's also slowing southbound lanes so avoid highway 85 in cupertino in either direction right now. >> horrible mess we'll up indicate for you on abc7 news bay area >> another top story, many questions about the teenager who says he stow wade on a flight from san jose to hawaii in the wheel well ask survived one expert is not buying it. >> someone surviving with no oxygen, i don't believe it. >> investigators trying to piece together what happened and how safety measures were breeched here. it started where the 15-year-old hopped a fence and then apparently got into a wheel well of a flight bound for my yu.