new details on the health of the late actor and the state of mind that lead him to take his own life. take note for the next mother's day. what a son did to get this mom's reaction. it is priceless and a heart felt moment. we'll reveal it in the cooler. in is "way too early"! she's so sweet. hi, everybody. good morning, i'm sorry thomas roberts it's friday, august 15th. the show where we celebrate moms every day of the year. hi, mom. i know, you're watching. let's start off this hour in ferguson, missouri. it's a story we've been covering this week. today we start off with a glimmer of hope in the town. after days of chaotic protests and the violent police reaction following the fatal shooting of an unarmed black teen by a cop. we now, for the first time in five nights, have police not

involved in heated clashes with demonstrators. instead the protesters drove through the streets honking horns. others played music and shared food without reports of violence. the change came just hours after democratic governor nixon put the highway patrol in charge of security. governor nixon vowing the change would bring a different tone following the days of unrest. >> what is going on here is not what is missouri is about. it's not what ferguson is about. it's a place where people work, go to school, raise families, and go to church. a diverse community. a missouri community. late it seems like a war zone. it's unacceptable. to change the course we're going to need to join hands to rebuild the trust that has been broken. >> the man now in charge of highway patrol captain ronald johnson walking with protesters in the streets later in the day. president obama spoke publicly about the death of 18-year-old michael brown and the violence

that ensued. he said there is no excuse for violence by or against police officers and urged the community to come together. >> let's remember that we're all part of one american family. we're united in common value, and that includes belief in equality under the law. a basic respect for public order, and the right to peaceful public protest. so now is the time for healing, now is the time for peace and calm on the streets of ferguson. now is the time for an open and transparent process to see that justice is done. now i want to go to jay gray. who has more from ferguson, missouri. >> hey, good morning. it's great to talk to you. maybe it's a new strategy or the new leadership for police on the ground here or maybe the call for an end to the violence first from the governor and then from president obama. whatever the case, things were much different here overnight.

different not over. because there were hundred of protesters that poured into the streets. it was calm. there was no violence, but still very vocal and still a group of citizens who want answers and want an open transparent investigation into the death of the unarmed teenager 18-year-old michael brown who was shot by a ferguson police officer last saturday. there is no leadership, as we talked about. it's captain ron johnson from the highway patrol assigned to handle security here by the governor. he is someone who grew up here and still lives in ferguson. we saw him on the streets last night mingling with protesters saying he understands what is happening here. he understands the investment involved here and the issues. because he's a part of the community. other officers also a part of the protest. a show of unity, if you will,

but i think everyone understands here this, again, isn't over. in fact, it's just one step, the first step in what is sure to be a long, very difficult journey. that is the latest from here in ferguson, missouri. i'm jay gray. thomas, back to you. >> thank you, sir. much appreciated. >> the demonstrations are not just limited to ferguson. a national moment of silence was held in more than 100 different cities in honor of the 18-year-old. in times square thousands marched chanting hands up don't shoot. some protesters carried signs honoring brown. police say five protesters were arrested but the demonstration remained largely peaceful. to other news now amid speculation about weather robin williams relapsed and problems with addiction. his widow was saying the actor was beginning to experience symptoms of parkinson disease.

"ron bin's sobriety was intact and he was brave as he struggled with his own battles of depression, anxiety, as well as other stages of parkingson's disease. police determined williams hanged himself on monday. the news of his disease came as a shock to many. including michael j fox who also has parkinson. he tweeted. williams is seen right here attending fox's benefit a decade ago in new york. the texas-mexico border is manned by national guard troops. dozens of guardsmen manning an observation tower on tuesday. there among the first of the 1,000 soldiers called by governor rick perry. perry called the influx of unoccupied children crossing into the u.s. a side issue. they put the cost at $12 million

a month. the em battled iraqi prime minister stepping down after attempting to block the country's new prime minister. it m cos after heavy pressure from the u.s., iran, and the continued threat of the extremist group isis. maliki's departure marks what many hope will be a new beginning. this morning in south korea, pope francis was greeted by tens of thousands enthusiastic supporters at the public mass. he urged young catholics to renounce materialism. he met with victims of april's ferry crash. the pope chose to travel in a compact kia seoul. an atypical car for a visiting dignitary there. pontiff being loaded in. ann thompson had the chance to speak to him on the plane ride. >> when i met him, i had to ask

him about all the speculation that perhaps he would come to the united states. so i asked him a very direct question in italian. i said will you come to philadelphia? he said yes and he went on to mention world family day. world family day will take place in philadelphia in september of 2015. but there is nothing official yet from the vatican. they don't put out the official word about a trip until six months beforehand. we've got a ways to go. >> very interesting update from anne thompson. the defense is getting ready to take over monday for bob mcdonnell and his wife maureen. the prosecution rested affiliate nearly calling four dozen witnesses. the mcdonnells took more than $170,000 from gifts and loans to promote the dietary supplements. it wrapped up by having the fbi

show jurors the gifts. they saw expensive clothes and accessories. among the other gifts, a $6500 watch, two iphones, and a water color painting. prosecutors also claim the mcdonnells had credit card debts of up to $90,000. the mcdonnells say they were barely on speaking terms. it's not possible they conspired together over the gifts and loans. bob mcdonnell is expected to testify for the defense. maureen is not. i want to shift our attention for business for the friday. stock futures are looking good ahead of the opening bell in a few hours. we see green are ror rrows acro board. we are live in london. good morning. >> good morning to you. the traders are saying for it stays like this, we'll have the best week for u.s. markets since

july 3rd. at this point, there's nothing really on the data front that looks like it could disrupt this positive tone. keep your eye on the stories to do with russia and iraq. just in case we get anything that puts us off the positive tone for markets. i want to talk about debt. apparently americans are borrowing less. that's the headline. but there's a bit of an uh-oh. what we're seeing is sub prime debt levels continue to rise it's in auto loans and student loans and credit card debt. even as mortgage debt is back to where we were in 2000. just something to keep your eye on there. i don't think it's going to be a problem as far as the markets are concerned. but remember this sub prime story is what got us trouble in 2007-twain 2007-2008. you have to keep your eye on it. in dollar terms sub prime borrowing doubled since 2009. >> it's good to remember the

context of that. another point of when we talk about how we are living these days and when it means to have home ownership. samsung is getting a little deeper into the smart home business. what does it mean for new homeowners about the updates of having a home and the perks that can come with it. >> it's a fascinating story. samsung called smart thing. we think they paid about $200 million u.s. dollars for this. which is great. it's a 2012 start-up. whoever put this thing together has done quite well. it follows google's nest of what apple is also doing with home kit. it's about linking your home back into your mobile device. if you want control your fridge or lights from the smartphone. this is the way to go. samsung feels they need to be in the market base it's the market

of tomorrow for technology. but i don't know. are you into that? do you want your fridge communicating your mobile device? >> i don't know. i hardly communicate with my fridge when i'm standing in front of it. unless it can put the indidiet . what are some of the things you would like your smartphone to control? what can it do for you? tweet us your most creative answers using #way too early. we're going to put the best ones later in the show. maybe there can be a diet coke app. will he or won't he race? tony stewart's decision on whether to take part in sunday's race. day was a the crash lead to the death of a fellow racer. >> answer this man's questions. he'll make your day. i'm tell you. he'll make your day big time.

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welcome back. time for sports. i want to start with baseball. big news here rob manfred will succeed bud selig. the acting chief officer was elected after beating out tom warner in the first contested vote for a new commissioner in 46 years.

what do you think this? >> yes. he's going to be good for the game and focus on the pace of the game and focus on speeding up the game. and all sorts of 21st cinch i are -- century things. good choice. >> and 21st century thins like talking to people via e-mail. >> he does employ e-mail. >> thank you. the i want to get to the highlights we take to you to detroit matt scherzer on the hill. it's good for the 14th win as the tigers take 5-2. kansas city the royals trailing the a's 2-1 in the sixth. fly ball to center. rob dieson lose it is in the sun. see him? oh! >> it hit him. >> bouncing off the bare hand. scores on the roar. next inning game tied at 3-2.

3. rip one down the right field line. later in the inning billy butler adds to the lead. scoring two. royals win it 7-3 and remain a half game atop the alc. betting and baseball? >> yeah. no, in las vegas. >> oh. on baseball. >> yeah. >> to atlanta dodgers a curby 6-1 lead. a well-hit ball to center. going back, going back. makes it! a leaping grab running into the wall. he hangs on to rob the extra bases. the dodgers win it 6-4. look at that! tony stewart will skip sunday's race. the second straight sprint cup event he's going to miss since

striking and killing a driver on a dirt track last weekend. minor league baseball, el pa paso's pitcher giving an interview. they stage a knockout punch and finish off with baseball bat sword fighting there. he's -- arrrgh! >> he's completely unaware. look at the flag there. i love that. the chihuahuas. soccer. coach angry after the team's loss tries to take out the frustration on a ball in the tunnel. that's the futbol here. oh! fall! boing. hands hard on floor. >> yellow card. >> a little embarrassing. the ball is okay. the ball was fine. i want to get a check on the weather. bill karins is here with that. hi, bill. >> hello. what do you consider chilly? when does it get cold in your

book? >> i have a fan over here at all times. it's never cold enough. >> in the 30s would you say it's cold? >> moderate. >> you're warm-blooded. >> there's got to be people in michigan that had to turn on the heat last night. it's downright chilly this time of year. it's 39 right now in cadillac michigan. it went down to 37 an hour ago. northern wisconsin you're in the 30s. it's typical of late september. here you are the middle of august it's warm and humid. ac is cranking at night. it's been cool. you're rewarded with a fantastic day. some of the showers are out. look at this. 70s with sunshine in d.c. and middle of august. there's no humidity. doesn't happen that often. enjoy it. it looks like a nice weekend heading for many of us. >> i like it. >> i mean, if you're a sweater

and you don't like the humidity and heat. you like the weather. it's a little unusual. >> i'm a sweater. >> you're like the guy playing pickup basketball you don't want to cover because he's wet mess. >> yes. i have extra prescription deodor rant to prove it. reverend al sharpton weighing in on the protest and violence in missouri. crazy antics from this feline that you've got see to believe. we had some dog stories this week. we're balancing out the coverage. the crazy cat. after this. what if a photo were more than a memory? what if it were more than something to share? what if a photo could build that shelf you've always wanted? or fix a leaky faucet? or even give you your saturday back?

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time to huddle around the water cooler and check with louis. it's a great story especially for two momma's boys like us. the canadian man may take home son of the year after surprising his mom with a dream car. she wanted a 1963 sab. he ended her the set of keys and lead her to the apartment. >> what is out here? oh!

you are kidding me! >> that is a priceless reaction. he says that -- he set off on the challenge after her mom lost her job. the ultimate goal he can earn enough money so he can retire. it's a start. it's a tear jerker. >> i love that. it's like a mustard yellow only. that's her style. >> it's so cool. yeah. here is another story to warm your heart on this friday. we call it gas station edition of paying it forward. >> what color is the white house? >> white. >> that's it! we're going to pay for your gas. >> what? >> yeah, dude. >> three plus two. >> five. all right! we're going to pay for your gas. >> okay. >> yeah. that's it. that's the show.

>> it's like a pay it forward. >> we will certainly pay it forward ourselves. we do it on a regular basis. >> awesome! >> what is the last letter of the alphabet? >> d. >> all right. that's it. we'll pay for your gas now. >> that's it. >> good job. >> are you serious? >> is this for real? this is so amazing. i have, like, barely any money right now. >> good. glad we can help. >> thank you so much. thomas, where is the guy when we need him? >> i don't know. that's sweet. people are a little offput by something been generous. they're skeptical when they real it's a real thing they're thankful. let's get to the cat. his owner places him behind a closed door when the knob starts to jiggle and the door opens and the cat walks out. for someone else who thinks someone else opened the door,

check it out. >> obviously the bobby trap did not work. >> a bucket of water? >> yeah. i don't think cats like water. >> they hate water! >> just like an acrobat. that's amazing. congratulations, that's awesome. we want to get our responses to the twitter question. what are some of the things you would like your smartphone to control. our producer has some of the best responses. ju >> daniel wishes control his dog for waking him up way too. >> and this genius wants it to control the weather. >> who? >> me. i thought it was a good idea.

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all right. let's get a check on the day ahead. former florida governor will hit the trail to campaign for current governor rick scott. scott faces his predecessor charlie crist coming up this november. president bush will return to the white house on sunday. president obama heads back to the vineyard on tuesday. that is going to do it for a friday edition of "way too early." good show, everybody! good week. it would be better if it were payday friday. it is not! "morning joe" starts right now. ! ♪ i grew up here and this is my community and my home. therefore, it means a lot to me personal that we break this cycle of violence and diffuse the tension and build trust showing the utmost respect for every interaction with eve