an accused murderer found not guilty. this morning reaction continues to pour in after the stunning verdict in the case over kate steinle's death. but first breaking news. former national security adviser michael flynn pleads guilty to lying the fbi and now he's prepared to testify against president trump about the cam pane's ties to russia. thanks for joining us. i'm kristen sze. he admitted he directed his contacts with the russians.

we have the very latest from washington. >> former national security adviser michael flynn arrived in court this morning, pleading guilty after being charged with lying the fbi. the special counsel charged former trump's senior adviser with knowingly lying to the fbi about the nature of the infamous phone calls and texts between himself and sergey kislyak. one happened the same day the administration placed sanctions. that's the same call flynn was fired for lying the president about just one month into the job. the december 2016 calls raised red flags for the obama administration and advised trump against having >> things were said, things that were promised. >> but even after his firing, the president still supported

flynn. >> i don't think he did anything wrong. if anything he did something right. >> and former fbi director james comey said the president in private asked him to let the flynn investigation go. flynn faces up to five years in prison and is key in the investigation. >> there appears to be a lot of evidence around the president that they had interactions with them and they are violations of the law. >> george papadopoulos is now cooperating with the special counsel. it implicates no one other than mr. flynn but in court the prosecutors said he called senior members of the campaign in between the phone calls to the russian ambassador. >> and flynn released a statement after this morning's developments saying he seps full responsibility for his actions. he also said such false accusations are contrary to everything i've ever done and

stood for, but i recognize the actions i acknowledged in court today were wrong and through my faith in god, i'm working to set things right. the abc7 news pushed out pushedt alert. be sure to download the app to get push alerts as it happens. today we're tracking new developments in the stunning development of the kate steinle trial. the man acquitted yesterday may now face federal charges. he's due back in court on december 14th. a federal criminal warrant has been issued for zarate, and the sheriff says she will now notify the u.s. marshal service when he becomes eligible for release. it's drawing criticism in washington with the white house criticizing san francisco. online it's inspired a movement to boycott the city. and a memorial popped even overnight at pier 14 where

steinle was shot and killed two years ago with a poster of her surrounded by flowers and candles. let's go to amy hollyfield. amy? >> reporter: look at this bench. it was dedicated to her. now that the verdict is in, it's become a place to react and reflect. some runners out for their morning exercise stopped today when they saw this bench at 14 in san francisco surrounded by flowers and candles. many said they were focused on kate steinle, not about the man. jose ines garcia zarate faced possible murder or involuntary manslaughter charges. his defense argued he picked up a gun lying on the ground and it accidentally discharged.

the verdict angered misha neshek. >> it just breaks your heart. i can't imagine what her family must be feeling now. >> reporter: zarate was facing his sixth deportation, but san francisco is a sanctuary city and he was allowed to stay. >> i love this city but so many of the policies are just plain wrong and they do a disservice to the people who live here. i'm just saddened. it's a sad day. >> meshak is keeping the family in mind. she brought flowers to her bench and a message. >> maher memory be eternal. that's my message. and praying for her family. >> kate steinle's family was not in the courtroom when the verdict was read, but they spoke exclusively to the "san francisco chronicle" after the

verdict telling editor john diaz, quote, this is from kate's father jim steinle, we're shocked. just shocked. justice was render, but it was not served. reporting live in san francisco, amy holly field, abc news. >> thank you. they're processing what this verdict means and whether it was fair. >> reporter: kristin, the verdict is still singing in here. there's a lot of anger and now it's turning into a sense of disappointment. sim think and heartbreak are being expressed. >> it was horrible. i mean the poor family. as i was reading it last night, my one thought was to the dead. >> kate steinle grew up in

pleasanton. the residents were following the case closely and can't agree with the outcome. >> i don't agree with the verdict that nothing happened. i think probably manslaughter or criminal negligence or something should have happened. >> reporter: but others are trying not to pass judgment on the jury. >> is justice served? who am i to say? i wasn't on the jury. those on the jury who didn't ongation. >> reporter: some residents think the jury will haunt the bay area. they say the city's sanctuary status protected the gunman who was undocument and deported five times. >> it puts bad reflection on the bay area as a whole because other states are going to look at this and say, here they're a sanctuary city, this guy's walking off scot-free.

>> reporter: steinle's family still live here in pleasanton. those who know the family did not want to speak out of respect for the family's privacy. >> thank you. and the white house is blaming san francisco's sanctuary city policy for enabling a killing to happen. it reads in part, politicians who fail to address these needs share the responsibility for crimes on americans. th if you're wondering what's next this case, here's what we can tell you right now. i.c.e. officials say they will work to take custody of jose ines garcia zarate and remove him from the country. that would happen after the oh ferns he was charged guilty being a felon with a gun.

he would likely get credit for time served. a sentencing date has not been set. we're asking you to weigh in on the steinle verdict. do you think the jury got it right. we have our poll pinned to the twitter page so you can cast your vote. you can see right now by an overwhelming two thirds of the majority. t two-thirds say the jury did not get it right. you can weigh in. shifting gears, happening today, a moment of silence and a memorial will be held for the victims of last year's ghost ship warehouse fire. tomorrow is the first anniversary of the fire that killed 36 people. they have pleaded not guilty to 36 counts of manslaughter. tomorrow's ceremony will be held at 6:30 p.m. or tonight's ceremony, that is at 6:30.

new details on the matt lauer sex scandal. his ex-wife is now coming to his defense. nancy said the sexual misconduct accusations that cost lauer's his job at nbc was out of character for him and questions the alleged claims. she was spoken from 1981 to '88. she said they're trying to make the best of a horrible situation. there may be as many as eight accusers in the lauer scandal. andy lack said they will transition online sexual harassment training to in-person classes. it's the announcement that turned the world on its head. the royal engagement and the making of an american princess. ahead, a close-up look to meghan markle's road to royalty.

>> what a forecast to start off the month of december. but as we turn the calendar page to

and we're following this break news from san francisco. right now sky 7 is over bay view district and you see sky 7 locating it at griffith and

fitzgerald. a b abc 7 has confirmed there's an officer-involved shooting. as you can see a lot of police officers, residential area, they're putting up the yellow tape to keep people out of the area for an investigation for an officer-involved shooting. police, ambulance all at the scene. this is actually near brent hart elementary school. we assume school is in session. we're following up on what's happening with the kids nearby at bret hart elementary. we're getting more information. abc news has a crew on the scene headed there. again, you can get updates on this and other breakers any time with the abc7 news app. all right. new this morning fresh off their engagement announcement prince harry and meghan markle attended the first public event as a

couple. they lined the streets of nottingham with them carrying british and american flags. the couple visited a place in england for a youth project. their engagement has made worldwide headlines and shines a spotlight on the american actress's life. tonight on ab b kr bc a show on how they met. matt keller spoke with elizabeth vargas about a future member to the royal family. >> and as she steps into this spotlight and becomes a royal, pit seems like that spotlight i going to shine even brighter. >> she was a minor celebrity. she was never on the cover of a magazine until her romance with

prince harry. he said i never heard of her, i never saw that show "suits." it was on basic cable usa's network. so this what she's going through now is not like anything she's gone through ever before. >> tonight's 20/20 prime-time special anchored by elizabeth vargas and david muir starts at 10:00 p.m. and that's followed by abc news at 11:00. look at this. gorgeous. dave is updating us soon. >> high. my name is michael finney. if you ask me how to end hunger, i doan have the answer but i do know how

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and at accuweather today tutu tons of sunshine already. it is a quiet picture out there. in fact, we'll show you outside. a live look from the skpl plor tore yum camera. just a gorgeous late morning sky out there. perhaps a few high thin cirrus clouts from time to time. but it's certainly dominating our sky. 57 at san rafael, 52 in san jose checking in with a temperature o 57 degrees. we're going to gain five to perhaps ten more degrees in the afternoon with that sunshine in

full effect. temperatures later on in the 60s across the coast. pretty much a degree or two of where we should be this time of year. 63 in oakland, 66 in oakland, 62 in san jose. we'll take you to jacqueline square. they'll have the tree lighting. great weather conditions. plenty of stars by the time the is up sets. by 7:00after the tree is lit, the weather will fall. stanford at levi's stadium taking on usc. 64 degrees. as the sun goes down and the clear skies allows that heat to radiate away from the surface, we're going to cool off rather quickly. in fact, overnight tonight, here's the call. some of our coldest spots dropping into the 30s. like we had this morning.

46 the overnight low in san francisco, 43 in oakland. 44 in san jose. live doppler 7, a little week ripple of energy entering the pacific northwest. it's going to try to make its presence known. a little bit of delta fog out there. by the afternoon, there's that weak ripple of energy. it's really santa rosa and points north that have a sprinkle. today it's a sunny day. it's bright. it's beautiful. sunday, a buchl weekend. crisp fall day on monday and tuesday and dominate it wednesday, thursday into next week. >> just a chance of a sprink. . sounds good. with the weather looking great, if you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, we've got you covered. jennifer castro from abc 7 in

the morning has ideas from hoodline. >> how about a twist on the popular christmas carol. it's an avant-garde japanese telling. it uses the japanese styles. it promises to be beautiful. the theater is located in the mission. shows start friday night and run through christmas eve and saturday and sundays at 4:00. do the polar bear plunge sunday at 10:00 a.m. if you dare. if that's not your thing do the snowflake shuffle or holiday fun walk and see who can pull a capable car the fastest. stop by and see reporter jonathan bloom who will be the host. also the japanese square market.

many than 100 unique vendors will sell unique clothing, decor and more. there are plenty of erie items on abc7news.com. just find the hoodline section. i'm jessica castro. have a great weekend. >> looking

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our perfect pet today is from the east bay spfca. let's see santa's little helper. a chihuahua terrier mix. volunteers estimate him to be about six years old. they removed him out of the north bay fire. he needs a home. he does well with other dogs. he loves a good nap. if you'd like to adopt him call, the number on the screen. look at him right there. he's so adorable. >> i think we are two peas in a pod. loves naps, likes to chill. >> a dog after my own heart. >> hopefully he will find a great home. from all of us here at a news, we leave you here.

who wants to be a millionaire is next. a gorgeous day. minor change for the weekend. >> a couple of clouds an sprinkles in north bay, but don't change your plans. enjoy your weekend. >> take care. bye-bye. -- captions by vitac -- www.vitac.com

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