>> let's get right to spencer christian. >> dan and ama, conditions are dry, but just north, that storm arrived, producing rain in lower elevations and that is what we can expect. it's on the way to the bay area, starting at 7:00 this evening, later in the evening we'll see pockets of showers developing. by 4:00 we'll see a wide expanse of moderate, maybe heavy rain developing in the north bay. by 8:00 tomorrow morning, we'll see it, by 5:00 in the morning, rather we'll see it into san francisco, into parts of the east bay. and down to the south bay, it's going to be a fast moving storm producing wet weather here and lots of snow in the seera. a winter storm warning is in effect from 1:00 a.m. tomorrow to 4:00 a.m. friday. and 4 to 8 inches above 2500

feet. so that dent in the drought will be a bigger one. and snow pack is already at 112% of average, which is a great start to winter and will increase with the coming storm. >> spencer, thank you. our storm dumped several feet of snow on tahoe ski resorts. people enjoyed fresh powder. the department of water resources took electronic readings snowing the snow pack at 112% of normal. last year it was only half as deep. the national weather service says it's part of a weather pattern. >> this is a typical winter pattern in california. this is a good thing. predictions of el nino would

potentially increase that. >> a really good thing. keep in mind it's not expected to see the storms until january. >> there are travel delays this morning. 100 million people are traveling this holiday season. the most, ever, according to triple a. and a heads up for travellers, passengers can no longer opt out of full body scanning machines. 5,000 flights experienced some type of delay today. worst problems are in chicago and new york areas. while many passengers from southwest airlines are on their way, others opted to delay after

tense moments this morning at oakland international airport. flight 2547 coming in for a landing. the pilots discovered the issue and made the decision to turn around. the plane circled nearly four hours to burn fuel before making that safe landing. >> the pilots coming out of the cockpit, that is really alarming. i heard oxygen masks. i heard "we're going to have to fly low". >> it was a tense part of flying low and making sure that the gear was out and visible. >> the two passengers decided they'll wait until tomorrow to fly out again. we're looking live now at traffic. 90% of the travellers are expected to drive. this is the skyway

>> abc7 news is on the streets of san francisco this morning. we recorded a time lapse view. you can see traffic headed toward the north bay. >> trust abc7 news down load it for free and enable push alerts. >> the 911 system went down for sefrm hours yesterday, the first failure in the system in more than a year. we're live to explain how they worked without it. alisa? >> reporter: the computer system is an important tool and the

department went back to the way they used to do things, with paper, and pen. >> so you said your son took your car? >>. >> reporter: those who called might not have realized the department of emergency man many was having a bit of an emergency of its own. the computer-aided dispatch center was down. . the failure forced plan hand written notes were carried to radio operators. fire dispatch used an aging peg board to track engines. >> we have a board that has the companies on it with pegs. it's how we keep track of the companies in service and out of service.

it's 50 years old. >> the chief says this system moves slower, but works. the new cad software was just installed a year and a half ago. >> we have a lot of training in place to make sure that we can respond and not let it compromise service to the public. >> reporter: the i.t.department is investigating what caused this failure. today a san francisco motorcycle officer was involved in an accident with a van. sky 7 hd was over the scene at harris onand 7th street. police say the driver ran a red light on harrison. only one officer was hurt with nonlife threatening injuries. today, two firefighters were shocked by a roof top solar panel and had to go to the hospital. they were battling flames in the bay view district when it happened. there is no word on their

condition but we tow one went to the hospital to be checked out. >> daytime fire didn't get a lot of headway. we have damage to the roof, and some interiors. >> residents say the flames spread from the chimney to the roof, and attic. a fire broke out at a storage facility before 3:00 p.m. crews got the fire under control about a half hour later. two employees in san francisco archdiocese have accused the archdiocese of committing fraud and forcing workers to sign illegal waiver forms. the director of communications released a statement saying

quote, we've just become aware ourselves but have no time to study it and, or, respond. a new federal lawsuit filed by the family of jahi mcmath. it's been two years since the teenager was declared legally dead. >> you're going to hear from her lawyer about what her family is hoping to gain here. plus... >> i don't know what i would do if i got a call, you know? that my daughter is gone. no parent should have to go through that. the full story behind the message, at 6:30. looking live at doppler 7 hd, we expect another storm to arrive just before christmas. spencer christian is tracking the findings, and... a high profile home coming for juanita the duck. it took months and some money to announcer: it's time to make room for the new mattress models! during sleep train's huge year end clearance sale...

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the woman charged with a deadly crash on the las vegas strip made a court appearance today. she did not enter a plea to charges of murder, and hit and run and child abuse. one person died and 30 others were injured in the crash. an indictment issued today for a truck driver involved in a crash that injured comedian tracy morgan. the truck driver was indicted on

charges of manslaughter, vehicular homicide and sag vated assault. it will be until after the holidays before we learn why a small plane crashed in castro valley. sky 7 hd returned to the site today. crews are trying to recover the body of the pilot. he was on his way to oakland yesterday morning when he lost contact with air traffic control. search teams suited up to get to the scene of the wreckage. >> my goal is to document the wreckage as it came to rest. i'll take photos and give measurements and things like that. we're going to wait to do more thorough examinations once the wreckage is recovered. >> the final reports will take months, officials say. the young man police say was responsible for a fatal drunk driving rampage in south san jose made his first court appearance today, chris nguyen is live with new information in

this story. chris? >> reporter: we have learned this afternoon that the suspect was driving on a suspended license at that time of the accident. he said very little today today, prosecutors charged carlos villalobos with vehicular manslaughter, three hit and run and another misdemeanor for driving on a suspended license. the judge set bail at $265,000. >> the high amount of bail is indicative of the court taking the matter as seriously as it deserves to be taken. >> reporter: a makeshift memorial stands as a reminder of a senseless act. >> it's an unfortunate and tragic reminder of the consequences from driving under the influence of alcohol. police say villalobos was

behind the wheel during a drunk driving rampage. he ended here at this intersection. multiple crime scenes, and six cars were struck. a 36-year-old from san jose died at the scene. the victim's family is in touch with represents from the district attorney's office. >> they have had an opportunity to sit down with the victim's wife, explain the process and what is going to happen next. the circumstances of the case and answer questions they might have. >> reporter: villalobos faces a maximum term of four years for felony counts and six months in jail or a $1,000 fine for each one of the misdemeanor counts. in san jose, abc7 news. happening now, a music and comedy show to raise money for a man shot and killed by san francisco police. police say mario woods refused

to drop a knife. the shooting prompted many to demand justice. the family set up a go fund me page that is about $2,000 short of the goal. a new sign is greeting visitors to the golden gate bridge. workers warn against flying dro drones around the bridge. authorities say drones nieing around the bridge will be tracked and confiscated. christmas is a time for home comings. >> one that happened this morning was as different as one that we've seen. >> yes. it wasn't a person but a controversial, beloved duck. >> reporter: a duck goes quack.

and remember juanita? >> i had a feeling we would see >> they came to love her and especially the cook. >> like a little baby. >> the trouble began when she flew away, leading to an ex-standed stay. that could not send juanita home because law does not allow wild birds to become pets. >> unfortunately, it was never the case. >> it wasn't pretty with seniors mounting a public relations campaign. >> today, it did. after months of paper work and

dollars, juanita returned accompanied by a mad paparazzi-style dash. juanita is not a test anymore. she's a wild animal meeting all legal requirements, including a rule about no petting which may be a test. >> if a duck wants a lap? >> he can have a lap. >> there it is. a positive spin of the concept of having a duck for christmas. >> happy reunion. now, the storm. >> yes. we're enjoying a little bit of a break. >> just a little bit. here is a hint of the storm arriving in the bay area.

and with that storm, north of us and beyond from 10:00 tonight to 3:00 p.m. tomorrow, that is from 10:00 tonight to tomorrow night and warnings expanded beyond the oregon border. from 1:00 a.m. tomorrow to 4:00 a.m. friday it's going to be a pretty good amount of snowfall. here is a look at our temperatures around the bay area. chilly out there. 44 degrees at the moment. napa, 47. 45 in fairfield. check out this view from our camera. almost full moon over the bay. it's light reflecting off the bay and a lovely sight there. bright and chilly friday, and

frosty mornings following into the weekend. so we're going into a cold spell here. this storm ranks two five. winds may gust as high as 45 miles per hour. snow levels down to 2000 feet so some peaks could see some dustings of snow. we'll see pockets of showers developing in the north bay and swinging south ward. and that sweeps down to san francisco in the golden gate and beyond by 5:00 a.m. by 8:00, that will be well south and east of us. there will be pockets of showers and rain following the first wave. and

about over, we project a quarter inch to half an inch. king tides with us through friday, maybe into saturday. high tides near the seven foot mark and we'll have those usually high tides there is a possibility of overflow. overnight, lows into low to mid-40s. low to mid-50s in other locations. here is the accu-weather forecast. a dry day on friday. and we'll get our next storm

sunday night into monday. if it shows signs of getting weaker than that. >> king tides began today and continue through saturday. we found water over the pier. tides peak around six feet high. >> learn more about the new baboon baby at the oakland zoo. a big name just got a big honor to help provide toys to needy kids in san francisco. ok, wehere's dad. mom. the twins. aunt alice... you didn't tell me aunt alice was coming.

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threw is a new bundle of joy at the oakland school. little akila made her official debut. visitors can spot her clinging to her mom's chest. mom is being very protective to keep her from being harmed by her playful siblings. >> the little ones will try to come and pick the babies because they want to carry the baby,

too. but the only one allowed to touch it or do anything would be the mother of the baby. >> don't mess with mom. akila wasn't the only baboon, two males are getting acquainted after being acquainted from a new york zoo. there are now 14 baboons at the oakland zoo. >> the state veterinarian officially cleared santa's reindeer to enter california. >> you've got to have a permit, and this allows nine reindeer into the states. >> say what you want about santa but he follows the law. >> the u.s. department of transportation approved an application for santa and sleigh to enter american air space. the faa also inspected the so called unusual aircraft, the sleigh. you can follow his progress online through christmas. today, 20 children received brand new bicycles and also got to meet a celebrity.

that is nine time grammy nominee giving away bicycles in san francisco today. he went to high school in oakland and one of her songs was just named to the obama's holiday play list. this year, they hope to collect 15,000 toys and gifts in a last minute push to get kids toys for the holiday. the drive runs for 20 hours from 4:00:30 until 11:00 p.m. tomorrow. and they do a great job every year. >> it has been two years since jahi mcmath went to the hospital to have surgery. l teenager was declared brain dead. how a lawsuit aims to help restore herself rights. >> he. >> steph curry speaks up in an antigun violence public service announcement. why the nba made a rare choice

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i have a voice and i want to share it. stop gun violence in it's entirety. >> steph curry speaking out in a commercial that will air on nba games, starting christmas day. >> the campaign has the support of the league and is generating both support and criticism. i heard about a shooting of a girl that was three years old. my daughter is that age. >> whatever we can do to help change our culture. that is we're here for. i want to stop gun violence in it's entirety. >> the ad financed by the group everitown for safety.

it includes comments by victims of gun violence. the issue resonates in sunnyvale. 66% of the voters approve a strict measure two years ago. >> i think the courage, stand up for convictions, this is an american value as any i've heard of. i applaud him. >> one of the owners of a gun store in san carlos doesn't think much of the campaign. >> i think some people will listen but all of the people on, in my camp i think they'd probably think it's another. >> does it make a difference when you hear a message like that from steph curry? >> yes. >> one person who is giving curry points for speaking up is warrior interim coach, luke walton. >> i think it's great for players in the nba and super stars that are role models throughout the country to step

up and say something. >> in sunnyvale, abc7 news. well, it was a dream come true for ten kids from the make a wish foundation. the kids had a chance to tuck to curry and take a picture and got a backpack and tickets to the warriors game. and friday, a huge game against king james and cavaliers. you can see it here on abc7. and we have breaking news out of mississippi. officials just confirmed three people have been killed by tornados, one is a 7-year-old boy found dead near holly springs. the new

september 11th memorial. it is dedicated to victims of the september 11th attacks as well as three hayward police officers and a firefighter dying in the line of duty, including sergeant scott lunger. a baby-sitter is under arrest, accused of killing an 18-month-old baby in her care. police say she shook him and dropped him on the floor. the autopsy showed the baby suffered a severe brain injury. attorneys for jahi mcmath's family announced they have filed a federal lawsuit to have the teenager ruled legally alive. jahi was declared brain dead following throat and neck surgery at ucsf hospital. she's on a vent later in a new jersey hospital. the suit requests the restoration of her fundamental

constitutional rights and declare she is not brain dead according to the criteria. >> she does not qualify for the definition of brain dead. she is currently exiled in new jersey with her mother because they can't leave that state. that is the one state that acknowledges a religious exemption to brain dead. >> jahi's mother says she wants to come back to california. cell phone technology is outpacing technology in prisons. currently 18 california prisons have signal blocking technology. the state stopped expanding the program because technology can get around the blocking systems. how would you like to make your car 20% more fuel efficient without having to change a thing? >> there is a solution that might just do that. it's getting a lot of interest from auto makers.

>> reporter: for jim, driving this truck is like making an omelette. >> you're cracking open all of the eggs and only using a little bit to make the omelette. the idea came from a way bay area software engineer. >> inside automotive would have likely never come up with this idea. >> the concept is simple. turn off what you don't need. >> you're only going to open three eggs so you don't throw anything away. >> delphi built this truck into a prototype. under the hood, you won't notice a difference. >> it's unremarkable. >> when you drive the vehicle you have no idea you're

deactivating cylinders. >> the software switches each on and off. >> when you see a gray dot it means it's deactivated. >> there are twaeks but auto makers can do them along assembly lines. this is ready now. >> v 8 will be around a long time. >> they're testing this and say a volkswagon prototype is just around the corner. >> 'tis the season for christmas miracles. >> meet the community that comes to pass out gifts to help under served children. >> new year's rocking eve begins

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everyone needs a reason to smile. >> a southern california group has a mission to dish out hundreds of gifts to those who need them most. >> yes. our sister station in los angeles has the story. >> reporter: this warehouse looks more like santa's work shop. piled high are gifts tagged with names. the group is helping get christmas they'll remember. this is pretty emotional. >> reporter: two years ago, he started a movement, inspiring acts of kindness in his community. it's a concept.

>> amazing what the community does. they have brought many gifts. they're still coming in. >> reporter: volunteers wrapped over a thousand gifts. the list has been checked twice. now, all that is left is to hand them out. this truck voted by volunteers and elves. first stop a woman's living home in riverside. santa making a special delivery to the delight of the children. this 2-year-old needed more time. his mom was grateful for the cheer. >> wow. >> there is one thing left to say. >> in riverside, abc7 news.

>> a bay area man started as a truck driver and became an executive director. >> it's also about what he has done as head of the food bank of contra costa and

it's also a story about canals and the artificial heart,oers. electric guitars and rockets to the moon. in other words, this is the story of america- land of the doers. doin' it. did it. done. hard-working doers and smart-working doers. olds changed the way we put things together. and keepin'em together? that was walter's doin'. doers built this country. they built the dams and the railroads. ♪john henry was a steel drivin' man♪ hmm, catchy. they built the golden gates and the empire states.

doers turn nothing into something. and something into something else. doin' got this nation done... along with the hula hoop, blue jeans and that little thing we call the interstate highway system. and all this doin'? it takes energy, no matter who's doin'. there's all kinds of doin' up in here. or what they're doin'. what the heck's he doin'? energy got us here. and it's our job to make sure there's enough energy to keep doers doin' the stuff doers do. to keep us all doin' what we do.

a local man started as a truck driver, working up to executive director. >> but this isn't a rags to riches story. what makes him an abc7 star. >> it takes a forklift to organize donations. in 1976 that is not the case. >> our warehouse was a safeway trailer in a church lot. >> that year, they distributed 46,000 pounds of food. now, he walks the aisles as the executive director of a food bank that handed out 20 million pounds last year. >> you look at the palettes, does it sink in for you? there is this much food passing through here? >> that is great. you can celebrate it. it scares me sometimes.

it means we have to do this. >> reporter: this is one example. 400 people come to get groceries. >> i have three kids so it helps a lot. when you don't have much money, especially around the holidays. >> the director is larry's daughter. >> it makes me very proud of all of the work he's done. >> thanks for making a difference. >> thank you. >> reporter: bank of america donated $25,000 to the food bank on giving tuesday. another feather in his cap, as is his connection to the rotary club. >> he's a fan taft wrik guy and i just know it's -- hunger never goes away in the community. >> when he started driving at age 26, he didn't intend to make it a career, but now, he finds it hard to walk away.

>> there are a strata of folks who need food. do they eat or does their child eat dinner? >> reporter: they'll never stop asking for donations to help feed the hungry. if you know someone doing extraordinary things tell us about it on abc7news.com to nominate a star where you live. >> such a good guy. he's just terrific. wonderful story. we've got another storm coming up. >> that is right. spencer? >> on this view you don't see it, but you can see it's north and showers beginning to move south. so snow in the mountains up far north. rain becomes more concentrated

with heavy down pours. much needed rain in the east bay as well and maybe snow as cold air arrives. low to mid-50s and here is the accu-weather forecast. so we get dry weather friday, and saturday. then another week sunday into monday. and drier pattern tuesday and wednesday. >> earlier he was here in union square. >> the game between ucla and nebraska is the day after christmas. >> yes. >> it was fun. and there is

this close from losing control. >> really? i thoulth they're close to just lining up. how about tomorrow night? is that going to be the final

good evening, the game everybody has been waiting for is christmas day. golden state warriors taking a lead in this game. he says he's playing through pain on that winning streak but that team has larger goals to focus on and have to be healthy for a long run. >> you know the tradition we've all got to be smart. and you know, you're going to

miss practice here or there. >> the raiders host the chargers in what might be the final home game for the raiders. it could be in l.a. next season. this might be goodbye. we don't know. the raiders, chargers and rams were expected to file with the nfl. owners trying to figure out who is moving to los angeles and when. tomorrow, nobody is sure how this is going to play out. >> i guess i'll just be in the moment. you know? in reality it could be. you know? we're human and there is something that we notice etc. not in our control. you know? just being there, i'm sure fans will be fired up. >> it could have ended his

career. and he says it's hard for players for the teams. >> i just want to encourage guys and you see their career that is possibly, you know, i'm just one example of how to get it done. >> ucla and nebraska in town getting ready for foster farms bowl. jim moore was on 49ers staff as a defensive back coach then a successful coordinator, a member of the red and gold from 1997-2003. you can tell he has respect for all of the players and the organization. >> jerry rices and tim mcdonalds, you know, the brent

joness. you can go on and on and being around john and ronnie, and eddie d, just possibly one of the finest runners in any sport of all time. and just great memories in a place that i love. i tried to stay here. >> broncos beat northern illinois in the poinsettia goal and they scored in every way possible here. they had minus five yards rushing. hopefully these games will be better on espn.

this leads up to the national championship game, which is january 11th on espn. >> all right. well, thank you. >> join us tonight at 9:00. heading out for the holidays and we'll have late details. >> a shopping rush, how retailers are luring people anxious to cross items off of the list. >> that is this edition of abc7 news. we appreciate your time. >> from the entire news team, have a great evening. >> see you at 9:00 and 11:00.

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