allow them, belmont park is not one of them.the site of the third leg of the triple crown, the belmont stakes. this week, officials there will consider a request to let california chrome wear the nose strip. if the answer is no, the owners say they're considering removing him from the belmont stakes field. the trainer knows mastering belmont park will be a tough challenge. >> i don't even like to think bit, because, you know, i've seen so many great horses get beat in the belmont. i'm just going to enjoy the moment, ok? >> we don't like to change much. we like to keep things pretty much the same, if it's not broke don't fix it kind of thing. >> history is not on california chrome's side. the last horse to win both the derby and preakness also favored the nose strips but new york officials voted against letting i'll have another wear them in the 2012 belmont stakes. california chrome that ha the chance to become the first triple crown winner since affirm did it in 1978, 36 long years ago. >> if you watched it last night, you were

. >>> controversy over a breathing strip almost sidelined california chrome from running that belmontkes. up next the owner's reaction to a decision that will keep hope alive for a possible triple crown winner. >>> great week for racing. you didn't think for a minute they weren't going to allow california chrome to run in the belmont stakes. try to complete a triple crown. not a chance of that happening. the new york racing association ruling the use of nasal trips will be allowed for the belmont stakes. agreeing to allow the use and co-owner is very unboard with their decision. >> this horse has been running with the nasal strips. they don't do any enhancement. they help the horse cool down after the rice by keeping the nasal passages open. >> june 7 for the running of the belmont. 31 linebackers drafted in the nfl recent draft. and none of them wentz by the name of -- went by the name of shane. a surprise for the linebacker. had major any problems. injured calf and hamp string but when -- hamstring but when it comes time they figure it will be a good fit. >> his enthusiasm, passion

the prep begins for the belmont stakes just three weeks away. for those of you keeping score at home, there has not been a triple crown winner since 1978. since then, 12 horses have won the kentucky and preakness but failed to come out victorious at the belmont. by the way, in a sport where owners spend millions on their horses, california chrome's owners bred their colt for $10,000. that's it. you can see california chrome go for the triple crown in the belmont stakes on nbc on june 7. it will be one of those all eyes on this kind of race. very exciting. >> i love watching the slow motion shots. i don't know anything about horses but the slow motion shots when you see the muscles on those horses. >> they are just beautiful animals. magnificent is the word that comes to mind. that and we should all go to the belmont. i'm just putting in a plug. we work weekends. >> i can get hats. >> i could probably get you drinks so with hats and drinks we should have a great time. >> listen, we bring the charm, you bring the drinks and the hats. good, we'll s

california grove triple crown in the belmont stake but decision made today that could determine if he actually went [ wind howling ] [ female announcer ] it balances you... [ water crashing ] ...it fills you with energy... and it gives you what you are looking for to live a more natural life. in a convenient two bar pack. this is nature valley... delicious granola bars made with the best ingredients in nature. nature valley. nature at its most delicious. >> if california chrome wins the belmont stake by a nose, it maybe because of the nasal strip on his nose. the winner of the kentucky derby and preakness got permission from the racing association today to wear a nasal strip in the belmont. those devices had been banned in new york in the past. the strip is just like what human wear. put it on the noechlts you can breathe. but it's not considered to be a performance enhancer. no horse won the triple crown since 19 sfaichlt owners of california chrome know that the mile and a half belmont will be an extreme test. >>s to have a target on his back so but he will be tested. some fresh hor

california grove triple crown in the belmont stake but decision made today that could determine if he that could determine if he actually went that's >> if california chrome wins the belmont stake by a nose, it maybe because of the nasal strip on his nose. the winner of the kentucky derby and preakness got permission from the racing association today to wear a nasal strip in the belmont. those devices had been banned in new york in the past. the strip is just like what human wear. put it on the noechlts you can breathe. but it's not considered to be a performance enhancer. no horse won the triple crown since 19 sfaichlt owners of california chrome know that the mile and a half belmont will be an extreme test. >>s to have a target on his back so but he will be tested. some fresh horses come in. new players in the game. so you know we just have to wait and see how the chip fall where they may. >> tiger woods may say the same thing. look like a while before we see tiger on a golf course again. he did speak today for the first time since undergoing back surgery in march. he can put and ch

california grove triple crown in the belmont stake but decision made today that could determine if he that could determine if he actually went that's what is this place? where are we? this is where we bring together the fastest internet and the best in entertainment. we call it the x1 entertainment operating system. it looks like the future! he has a phaser! it's not a phaser! it's my phone! he can use his voice to control the tv. you can use your woice? my voice. your woice. my voice. "vuh," voice. his voice. your woice? look. watch sci-fi. [ female announcer ] the x1 entertainment operating system, only from xfinity. [ female announcer ] the x1 entertainment operating system, >> if california chrome wins the belmont stake by a nose, it maybe because of the nasal strip on his nose. the winner of the kentucky derby and preakness got permission from the racing association today to wear a nasal strip in the belmont. those devices had been banned in new york in the past. the strip is just like what human wear. put it on the noechlts you can breathe. but it's not considered to be a perfor

the racehorse was given the green light to wear these nasal strips at the upcoming belmont stakes. >> i think the new york racing association wanted this controversy to go away. they didn't want anything to take what should be a huge event for them and this horse had just immense popularity, so this would and would becoming to belmont park in the quest to becoming thoroughbred racing's winner. sometimes worn by people with nasal congestion or breathing problems. california chrome has worn the strips the past six races including the kentucky derby and the preakness. the horse's co-owner said california chrome said it helps breathe easier and only wears it during. >> if i'm not mistaken, they don't enhance, but help the force school down after the race by keeping the nasal passages open. nasal strips were not on the list. now the horse could be the first in 36 years to win the triple crown if he wins the belmont stakes in new york. new york was the only state to have the ban but effective immediately, all of the horses on the racing association will be allowed to wear the strip. cate ca

he will remain here until the belmont stakes. if he wins on this track, he are be the 12th horse in history to win racing's ultimate prize and the first to do so in 36 years. diane? >> everyone excited. thanks so much. >>> up next, talk about excitement. real money. imagine visiting your doctor without leaving your home and cutting your bills in half? the real house call tonight. >>> and michael jackson, you saw him back on stage singing and dancing? tonight we take you beyond the scenes to show you the tricks that bring superstars back in the spotlight. i found this out at the free dr.scholl's foot mapping center. in less than two minutes, i got my foot map and my custom number. i'm a 440. i'm a 210. 340. that number matched the dr.scholl's custom fit orthotic inserts with just the right support to help relieve stress on my feet. i'm a believer. go to drscholls.com for locations and save $10 if ...hey breathing's hard... know the feeling? copd includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. spiriva is a once-daily inhaled copd mainte

california chrome's owner and trainer will need special permission to use those strips in the belmont. >> this is going to put a little pressure on new york because california chrome is going for the triple crown. and there's going to be over 100,000 people at the races that day. it's brought a lot of attention. this horse is now really popular in america. kind of the america's horse. >> california chrome has worn a nasal strip during his current six-race winning streak. the horse only wears it during races, not training. so far the new york state gaming commission nor the new york racing association stewards received a request to use the strips, commission officials say they plan to take a look if that request is received. >> what happens if the officials deny that request? >> we're told if they deny the request owners or trainers say they could scratch the horse from the race. abandoning his triple crown bid. >>> the scandal at veterans administration hospitals may be worse than first thought. a new report says since 2001 the agency paid out millions to settle claims of delays in tr

kentucky derby and preakness winner california chrome will be allowed to wear his nasal strip at the belmont in three weeks. there was controversy because the belmont normally doesn't allow nasal strips without special permissionwhich they granted to california chromesaying it did not give him a competitive advantage. chrome's trainer believe the nasal strip helps his horse breath better. he is looking to become the first triple crown winner since affirmed in 1978 that's it for the kron 4 news at 11. stay connected with kron 4 and get latest news at kron 4 dot com. or download one of our mobile apps. we'll see you tomorrow morning starting at 4! [ as schwarzenegger ] show me the movies with the arnold schwarzenegger with the stunts and loud explosions and all the muscles. [ as cosby ] i want to see the comedy programming with the people sitting in the living room with the children. [ british accent] watch bravo! yeah, i want to see "the real housewives." jimmy? please, it's been hours. really does work with any voice. cool. [ british accent ] what's on now? all right! [ female announcer ] co

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california chrome will arrive at belmont park cloaked in security and stay here until the belmont stakes will be only the 12th horse in history to take racing's ultimate prize and the first to do it in 36 years. ryan smith, abc news, new york. >> like 1978. >> you have to love this horse. in terms of the blood lines of these horses they are all super duper. >> not this one. >> this is the flunky of the group. >> you know what, he's there. look at -- >> he's beating everybody. he is beating all the blue bloods. >> that's right. >> by thoroughbred standards, he is low born but kicking butt. >> i can't wait. >> got to love it. >> announcer: this is abc's "world news now," informing insomniacs for two decades. but the truth is: there's so much in life we can't control. here's something we can: colorectal cancer. it's the second leading cancer killer in the u.s., but it is almost entirely preventable! most colon cancers start as polyps, and screening finds polyps, so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. if you're over 50, get screened. screening saves lives. it could really save

he dropped out before belmont with a beg injury. expert veterinarians think the strips make little difference. >> i would say that the odds of it making a difference if the horse ran with that strip or without is pretty low. >> reporter: california chrome has already countered skeptics who questioned his speed and humble pedigree. >> i was so excited i win the race, i didn't even know who i was talking to. >> reporter: getting two-thirds of the way to history reduced the colt's owner steve coburn to tears. >> when i saw this colt, i saw this baby when he was a day old, i told my wife, carolyn, this horse is going to do something big. >> reporter: he and partner perry martin were ridiculed for spending just $8,000 on the mare that produced chrome. >> he's not the millionaire in this field. he is truly the blue collar guy that has been turning in millionaire-like performances. >> reporter: now many are hoping for just one more. craig melvin, nbc news, new york. >>> when we come back, finding strength and hope in what remains of a day

now word belmont is getting on board. and memorial day right around the corner. no more sun screen. today the company that is offering a brand new alternative, instead of putting sun screen on your body over and over again you drink this internal sun screen. one and you're protected. sun screen that you drink? let's get to it. >> happy monday to you and yours. first from the fog -- fox news decree, this is the first time that the feds have charged foreign agents with cyberspying, an accusation the chinese officials say the united states made up. according to this indictment, chinese military officers hacked into an american nuclear and industrial company, or series of them-major players, including westinghouse, alcoa, some u.s. steel. the feds report the hackers stole information like product design and confidential legal strategies to give chinese companies a leg up on their american competition. >> we must say enough is enough. this administration will not tolerate actions by any nation that seeks to illegally sabotage american companies and undermine the integrity of fair competi

he was arrested in belmont on april 17th after being on the run for more than two years. the baby girl was airlifted from stockton to the hospital. she suffered 13 broken ribs, a broken collar bone and a brain injury. >>> a subcontractor has been find for its role in the massive fire construction site in san francisco in march. the san francisco fire department report said sparks from welding work near the roof likely started the fire that destroyed a six-story apartment building that was being built in mission bay. subcontractor is not named, but the fine is $1,000. damage to the building is estimated to be $40 million. >>> abc7 news has uncovered more about a woman accused of an

he might not be allowed to wear them at belmont. if that's the case, chrome's owners say they won't let him win. >> they'll let him. there's new people in charge of the nra. i know way too much. >> you think it will happen. >> it will happen. >> to the ice for the stanley cup playoffs. kings and blackhawks in game one of the western conference final. game tied 1, all with 8:00 to go in the second period. duncan keith nets the go ahead goal there. the blackhawks notch one more toward the end of a third to take the series opener against l.a. 3-1. tonight the canadiens look to even up things at home against the rangers. >>> this is a video you have to see. it happened over the weekend. a young rangers fan gets a foul ball in the stands. he turns around and gives it to a pretty girl in the row behind him, but it's not the actual game ball. he pulled a swisher-roo. he has the ball in the glove. he had a spare ball in his right hand. he is a smooth operator. he's more innocent than you think. >> if i got two, i would have to give one to s

the final jewel of the triple crown is the belmont stakes. it is held in three weeks. no horse has won the triple crown since 1978. >>> a girl is in critical condition tonight after being shot in east oakland yesterday afternoon. the gunmen are still on the loose. tonight kpix 5's brian webb is in oakland right now with the latest. brian. >> reporter: like you said, the latest is the girl is in critical condition. it's hard to get information today from the hospital. and impossible to get it from police. tomorrow will be the little girl's ninth birthday if she survives. >>> reporter: the day after an 8-year-old girl was gunned down, her neighborhood is still coming to grips with what happened. >> i just heard a lot of gunshots but i thought they were firecrackers. >> reporter: this woman who lives nearby asked us to hide her identity because she is scared. she tells us bullet holes went through her house the same spot she usually sits. she realizes it could have been her caught in the crossfire. >> and i saw my neighbors run in with their little girl in their arms and

and, look, go to youtube and check out the belmont in 1978. an amazing race.lso had a few bucks on affirmed. >> can we see you, too? >> you won't see me. there were 80,000 people there. and it was really an exciting, exciting event. >> i love how he said this is america's horse. >> absolutely. what a story with this specific horse. >> another chance. >> what a story with this specific horse. >> again, a dozen horses have won both legs, gone to the belmont and did not win. a mile and a half is a tough race coming up. >> see if his gut gets him another win. >> and bet on it. >> bet on it. >> ron will be there. >> thanks, ron. >>> well, now to the country's most powerful political couple. bill and hillary clinton back in the spotlight in a big way this past week when a top republican strategist raised questions about hillary clinton's health if she runs for president in 2016. it was the former president who fired back. and abc's jeff zeleny has more from the white house. things are heating up early, jeff. >> reporter: they are, bianna. good morning. now, presiden

the travers stakes and belmont stakes? the preakness stakes and belmont stakes?and santa anita derby? >> the preakness stakes and belmont stakes. >> that's exactly right. >> oh, yes. we have our first winner. tell us about that. >> that's right. the gentleman knows his horse trivia. well, those are the two correct answers. and a shot at the triple crown really only comes once a year for horses, as you know. it's run by 3-year-olds. you get one chance and there's only been 11 in history and 50 have come really close. >> oh, really? okay, let's see what happens this time around. >> you know what's hysterical? right after this gentleman won, his wife just took it right from him. i love it. and you're from? >> illinois. >> illinois. which of the following is not the name of a horse expected to run in this year's kentucky derby? california chrome? wicked strong? intense holiday? or aristides? >> "c." >> enjoy the cd. >> she was so happy. to get that. the correct answer is "d," aristides. >> he won the first kentucky derby in 1875. the other three have a chance at it.

>> i love california chrome to win the belmont stakes. another triple crown winner. >> thank you. the coinventor of the flair equine nasal strips. coming up, the former los angeles laker, a three-time nba champ. rick fox on the playoffs, and what it takes to win off the court. that is next. ♪ >> rick fox won the three nba championships as a member of the los angeles lakers. off the court he has a busy hollywood career and a new technology as part of it. he is starring in "off-season." rick fox joins us now from los angeles along with jon erlichman. rick, let's hear from you. you have made a movie. it is being distributed in a new way. tell us how video is changing the way we get to watch your movies. >> i partner with vimeo. it gives moviemakers the chance to distribute to the consumer. the consumers enjoy premium content. you can find it through digital media. vimeo is opening the door for content and creative people to bring that straight to the source. >> there is this saying in hollywood, hurry up and wait. you are an entrepreneurial guy. i've heard you say in the past you got

city in north of sacramento california kron wins the belmont stakes in three weeks of the first bookrunnerin 1978 >> : only one victory away from morning that trouble kron but tran this morning says that it might not be pursued by my pursue a triple crown bid in the belmont stakes. the kentucky derby and wenner has won initial step in the current winning streak after call honor suggested the idea trigger sank hilltops in york racing officials and the horse owners and the nasal strips designed to enhance breathing are similar to what we use >> : and 20 of the racing horse all of another won the kentucky derby and well wearing the nasal strip just like california kron and the officials told his team the the colts cannot wear one and the belmont that she became moot when i have another was scratched the dead for the rise because a leg injury >> : to post >> : heat shields are compromised. we have multiple failures. are those thrusters burning? that's a negative. what's that alarm? fuel cell two is down. i'm going to have to guide her in manually. this is very exciting. but i'm at my stop. com

the colt is in new york to prepare for the belmont stakes. racing officials decided to let the colt wear nasal strips as he tries to become the first triple crown winner since 1978. how will those little pieces of material help and could it give this horse an unfair advantage? coming up in just a few minutes, we'll take you to the track to show you how trainers and their horses use nasal strips and we'll see if it gives them a boost. >> we won't try one on ourselves. >> the horse nasal strips are probably too big for my face. >>> another piece of news we're watching today, look at your calendar. a year ago today that massive ef-5 tornado tore across 17 miles of moore, oklahoma. you're looking live right now at a memorial service that's under way at this hour for the 24 people that were killed. they're honoring the victims and breaking ground as well on a new moore medical center. the tornado ripped through the old building. look at that devastation. forcing rescuers to take patients to other neighboring hospitals. despite the progress the peo

california chrome's owner and trainer will need special permission to use the strips in the belmont. >> this is going to put a little pressure on new york because california chrome is going for the triple crown. and there's going to be over 100 thousand people at the race that's day. and it's brought a lot of attention, this horse is now really popular in america. kind of the -- america's horse. >> california chrome has worn a nasal strip during his current six-race winning streak. it's only worn at races, not training. we'll get the official ruling in a few hours. there will be a formal announcement at 9:00 this morning. >> it sounds hopeful but what if they deny the request? >> if the open owners are committee need they say they could scratch the horse from the race. >>> time now 6:06. a scandal over delayed treatment at u.s. veterans hospitals grows deeper. coming up, the new report alleging that the problem is bigger than the government will admit. >> one of the hottest congressional races in the country between mike honda and challenger ro khanna is about to get a bit more inter

on the peninsula, no microclimates, 55 in palo alto and foster city and belmont and wad wood, and 55n san mateo, and 57 in san bruno. a two-degree spread. san carlos is 55. mid-to-upper 50's along east bay shore to san jose at 54. san ramon is the cool spot at 51. san francisco is half moon bay arrest the 54. the temperatures are the same if not cooler than year but for in santa rosa we are three degrees warmer. we are waking up to cooler conditions and partly sunny conditions, too, hanging around with mid-to-upper level clouds and breezy and it is at the coast at 4:00, and mid-60's at 70 around the bay and inland and the temperatures are below average. this evening you could see a light jacket, 58 to 60, bay and coast and 64 inland. >> we are seeing quite a bit of congestion over the altamont pass and we have a c.h.p.-issued high wind advisory but we have a stalled vehicle southbound on the film it at 98 the before the off-ramp a car is blocking the slow lane. you could see slow and go traffic as you head out of oakland and up toward san low but c.h.p. should be out of there and mov

they've increased the purse of the belmont for $1.5 million. this is the signature race on an improved race day card. they could have 150,000 people there on race day. of course the connections of california chrome going for the first triple crown since 1978, there are a lot of people who need this horse to race at the belmont. >> all right. laura, california chrome on a six-race winning streak with the strips. can he win a race that long especially without them? >> well, i want to know where my nasal strips are, if they helped california chrome this much, i want to try them, too. i think people forget, horses have personalities. they have things that they like to do. and for whatever reason, california chrome, and i'll have another in 2012, they like the feeling of having these nasal strips on. what they do is what nasal strip dozen for people, open the nasal passages. it allows him to get more air as he's racing. you know, i say that it really does have a also do with what he's been able to do. horses, like people, we have our things we like.

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today, officials with the belmont stakes announced the california chrome will be allowed to wear nasal strips during the race in three weeks. on saturday, california chrome won the preakness stakes. if he wins at belmont, california chrome would be the first horse since 1978 to win all three races claiming the triple crown. he's from yuba city near sacramento and has ties to the golden gate area golden field. >>> the u.s. justice department has brought espionage charges against five chinese military officers. they are accused of charging the nuclear power, metals and solar products industries. they allegedly hacked into some pennsylvania californias including westinghouse, u.s. steel and alcoa as well as the united steel workers union. >> the indictment includes allegations of trade secret theft and economic espionage. >> the indictment alleges that these officers maintained unauthorized access to victim computers to steal information from these entities that would be useful to their competitors in china, including state-owned enterprises. >> the defendants have been charged with 31 co

the third race, the belmont steaks is run in new york and that state does not allow nasal strips. >> it does put pressure because california will go for the triple crown. there will be people at the races and it brought a lot of attention, this horse is now really popular in america. kind of the america's horse. >> california chrome's owners and trainer will have to ask permission to use nasal strips and if it is refused the horse could be withdrawn from the race. >>> from more toilets to security there were changes in the race. kpix5 john romas shows us more. >> reporter: this was it. the year the beta breakers was going to straeubg -- straighten up and go in place. >> we want today in place prior to the race starting. >> reporter: organizers were all about safety this year. so, runners called corals. and when the race finally did start, about if you missed it, that is okay. because they started it again. and again every time a new one was opened up. but, honestly it did not seem to dampen the mood much. >> in england, it is likely to be 2,000 people. oh! it is crazy. just look at t

what could have him scratched from the belmont stake. >>> ending the week with great weather. looking live towards san jose, that is coming up ,,,,,,,,,, man: you know, it's funny, this baja quesadilla burger doesn't really look like burger. man 2: grilled beef patty? that's burger-esque. man 1: yeah, but the flour tortilla is, like, quesadilla-y. man 2: it's both, okay? you happy? man 1: dude, it's four bucks. i am definitely happy. [ding] waitress: welcome to denny's. proposed tower itself. >>> the cost of building san francisco's new transit center is climbing higher than the proposed tower itself. at least it seems that way. the project was estimated to cost under $2 billion when construction started two years ago. now comes word the cost grown $150 million. the joint powers says it will stip $53 million in cosmetics from the building to try to keep costs down. >>> california chrome has won two of 3 jewels in horse racing triple crown. >> on the outside, right up. california chrome has won the preakness. >> there could be a problem winning the third. the horse has worn nas

the belmont stakes is the longest and most grueling. the last horse to win the triple crown back in 1978, and that was affirmed. >>> confidence kind of a race in san francisco. thousands descended for beta breaker. everything appeared to go smoothly. in addition to the serious runners, there were plenty of people in costume. they were there just to have fun. monty francis is at the finish line with the details. how are you? >> reporter: terry, doing pretty good. this race officially ended about noon today, followed by a finish line festival here at ocean beach. crews are busy tearing everything down and the great highway just reopened a short time ago. organizers say that 40,000 runners registered and took part in the 7 1/2 mile race. many others didn't register and it's estimated that about 100,000 spectators were here at beta breakers today. given those numbers, there were few problems to report. san francisco police said that officers made four arrests, two for public intoxication and two warrant arrests. three suffered minor injurie

there was a previous policy against the use of the device at belmont. >>> and sharks fans, an 18-year-old became a shark for a day, skating on the ice with team teal. on june 1st he will sign autographs on his own rookie card. the money raised through donations will go there to the make-a-wish foundation. he has a commemorative custom shirt which can be ordered. the proceeds going to make a wish greater bay area. ♪ ♪ [ barks ] whoo! mmm! ♪ ♪ oh, yeah [ whistling ] [ male announcer ] discover your new orleans. start exploring at followyournola.com. [ woman ] and i love new orleans! >>> imagine being reunited with your best friend after thinking you would never see him again. this man's dog was missing for seven weeks. mike the dog was stranded down a ravine below highway 1 near ocean cove. he might have chased a varmint and fell down the ravine. the dog was rescued by fishermen and they were reunited tonight. >>> thanks for joining us tonight. >> our next newscast is tomorrow at 4:30 in the morning. good night. >> steve: from studio 6b in rockefeller center in the heart of new york city, i

. >> well, at a mile-and-a-half, the belmont is the longest and most challenging of the rices. 12 horses have gone there since 1978 and they have all come up short. today's win revealed a rift between yuba city co-owners and the church hull track. they opted to not go to the baltimore ceremony. they felt mistreated. coburn made this comment after the race. >> i just want to thank the people of maryland for all the hospitality they have shown us. and churchhill, you need to take a lesson on this. >> reporter: churchill downs has issued an apology. >>> well still coming up, making buildings safer ahead of the big one. nasa's new technology to protect you in an earthquake. >> locked out and out of luck: increeks complaints about lock smiths overcharges you to get back in your house. >> well the key to our weather, that strong sea breeze keeping us windy and cool as we look live at the ferry building. we will have the forecast for you after the break. ,,,, what is performance? 0 to 60? or 60 to 0? how a car performs in a quarter-mile? or a quarter-century? is performance about the joy of dri

winning belmont, as you know, will make him the first triple crown winner since 1978. that's good for everybody. attendance and ratings are double than when there isn't a contender. >>> i considered letting sherman up her to the podium today. giving him the mic, but, you know, we have to go in a little bit. >> yeah, richard sherman didn't mind president obama ribbing him. heck, he's probably saying i'm making $56 million right now, you can do what you want. >> exactly. >> the seahawks got a tour of the oval office. not bad. >> given the chance, he would not be short on words. >> no, he would not. >> thank you. >>> bill is here with more on the severe weather outbreak and where it's headed next. boy, a lot of damage in its wake. >> the stuff out of california was impressive. >> the houses. >> the pictures of the airport -- rare you can see hail that can do damage like that. has anyone ever been kill would by hail? there have been documented cases -- >> not in this storm. >> no, we were okay with this one. that's over with. we have severe weather early this morning. wind

derby and the preakness but those strips are against the rules in new york where the third race, the belmont is run. >> this is going to be put pressure on new york because california chrome is going for the triple crown. and, there will be over 100,000 people at the races that day and it brought a lot of attention. this horse is now really popular in america. kind of the america's horse. >> california chrome's owner and trainer will need special permission to use the strips in the belmont f. they are denied they say they can scratch the horse from the race. >>> another megamerger to report tonight. at&, it is as they are going to buy direct tv for $49 billion. that gets at&t access to customer who's subscribe to direct tv285 channels. within a few years consumers can expect to get more direct tv content on their mobile devices. at&t and direct tv expect to close the deal in a year if the government says yes. >>> a devastating plant disease, thousands of miles away, could mean higher coffee prices for you. so bad, the government is setting in to fight it. >> coffee disease, the popular beans

a challenger at belmont cost nearly 38 times more $383,000. what is the secret? we asked a trainer. >> his attitude. he never gets riled up. he is just a cool horse. >> the owner are first-time breeders with day jobs. their company stands for "dumb as partners," after a groom are said they were dumb for buying california chrome and a donkey is on their silks. >> never give up on dream. they come true. i am proof. >> the so-called people's horse hoping to defy the anothers. again. >> if he wins on this track he is only the 12th horse in history to take racing's ultimate prize and the first to do it in 36 years. >> a life of three sure and -- leisure and wealth awaits. >> leisure! >> how much money will he make after he is finishes racing? we leave it at that. in san jose this week, normal high is 76. we are 71 today. tomorrow we are above average. we will stay that way through the weekend of the getting warm but not overly hot in the mid-80's. at yosemite village, track, thunderstorms. they are headed due north. they could move to lake tahoe offer the next couple

he wore nasal strips but when it came to the belmont new york officials wouldn't allow it.ter. the day before the race i'll have another was forced to drop out due to a leg injury but >>> more than one in three american children are overweight or obese. a big part of the problem may not be diet or exercise. we'll talk to a leading pediatrician behind a new study that's out today. that's ahead on "cbs this morning." we'll be right back. actually it can. neutrogena® ultra sheer. nothing outperforms it. nothing feels cleaner. its helioplex formula provides unbeatable uva uvb protection to help prevent early skin aging and skin cancer. all with the cleanest feel. you won't believe you're wearing such powerful sun protection. it's the best for your skin. ultra sheer®. and for on-the-go, new ultra-sheer face & body stick. from neutrogena®. >>> more than one in three good job! still running in the morning? yeah. getting your vegetables every day? when i can. [ bop ] [ male announcer ] could've had a v8. two full servings of vegetables for only 50 delicious calories. two full servi

i'm hoping we see some triple crown --some drama going into the belmont and i'm getting more and moreo horseracing so it's a very, very fun sport. ♪[ music ] >> california chrome, jockey victor espinosa on his back. and he got out of the gate clean ten-horse field mile an three -sixteenths. almost a mile in he made his move but could he finish? >> right to the outside, ride on curlin is closing. california chrome comes into the final furlong with a two length lead! right on curling on the outside is trying to catch him! california chrome reaching for the wire. another 16th on the outside ride on curlin can't get him. california chrome has won the preakness! >> 38 have won the kentucky derby and preakness. 11 have gone on to win the belmont stakes which is a greater distance. three weeks from now, june 7, we'll see if history is made. here's trainer art sherman. >> wow. i'll tell you. it's quite a thrill. you know? it's --ahem, i know we had to run harder this race. for me, just watching him perform, you know, coming back in two weeks, i was a little concerned. but i'll tell you one th

winning belmont, as you probably know, will make him the first triple crown winner since 1978.an the colt, though, when there is a triple crown contender, attendance and ratings are at least double when there is not. >> i considered letting sherman up here to the podium today. give him the mike, but we got to go in a little bit, so -- >> yeah, richard sherman, he didn't mind president obama ribbing him. he laughed. he's making $57 million right now, maybe. the super bowl xlviii winners, the seahawks, got a tour of the oval office in the end. >>> just ahead, another singing competition champ is crowned. plus the battle of the superheroes. new details on the upcoming superman versus batman film. huh, 15 minutes could save you 15% or more on car insurance. everybody knows that. well, did you know that game show hosts should only host game shows? samantha, do you take kevin as your lawfully wedded husband... or would you rather have a new caaaaaar!!!! say hello to the season's hottest convertible... ohhh....and say goodbye to samantha. [ male announcer ] geico. 15 minutes could sav

. >>> the hottest horse racing will be able to bring a key piece of equipment to the belmont stakes. today's racing officials announced california chrome will be allowed to wear a nasal strips during the race next line. we zoomed in on the streets here to show you where they are. the manufacturer says the strips allow horses to breathe more freely and reduce the risk of bleeding in the lungs. california chrome wore the strips during the last six weddings. if he races at belmont it will be the first triple crown in more than 30 years. >>> a blind man accuses a popular bay area ridesharing service of turning their heads to certain customers. >>> a survival story of a stray cat the stop traffic this morning, only to get a new lease on life. >>> the bay area remains cool and breezy at this hour with possibilities of thunderstorms entering the picture by tuesday. i'll have a look at this interesting pattern coming up . >>> police are investigating what led a driver to slam the truck into a storefront and concord. this is video from clay- court.com. on the left you see a blue pickup truck

the belmont stakes held three weeks from yesterday is the longest and most grueling. we'll keep you posted. >>> new at 6:00, the sacramento kings became the first pro sports team to accept bitcoins this year. well, now the san jose earthquake say they are taking things a step further. the team tells nbc bay area that tomorrow they will officially announce that bitcoins will be accepted inside the stadium. the kings and san jose sharks already take bitcoins at team shops and for tickets purchased online. the earthquake would be the first team to accept bitcoins inside the stadium from everything from merchandise to concessions. bitcoins is a virtual currency. critics say it's risky because it can be erased. >>> next at 6:00, bring back our girls. a rescue mission for hundreds of schoolgirls kidnapped in nigeria. the security measures on the borders that may help bring them home. >>> plus, finally relief at the pump. gas prices starting to drop. we'll tell you where the cheapest place to fill up is in the bay area. >>> the pressure is on nigeria's president and other af

the belmont stakes, june 7th, a couple of weeks from now. watch it here on nbc bay area. it has been decades since a horse has won the triple crown of horse racing. >> that would be exciting. a california horse wins it all, that would be great. >> thanks for joining us tonight, "nightly news" is next. >>> on our broadcast tonight, stealing secrets from some of the biggest companies in america. tonight, espionage charges as the u.s. fights back and wars with china. >>> who is watching? when you think no one is around but strangers can see every move you make. >>> tonight, an fbi takedown and a warning about a whole new kind of home invasion. >>> in harm's way in tornado alley and the effort to make sure children have somewhere to run as a grim anniversary approaches. >>> and breaking her silence after getting fired in a very public way, the woman who sparked the national conversation about the workplace offers graduates a lesson in resilience. "nightly news" begins now. >> from nbc news world headquarters in new york, this is "nbc nightly news" with brian

around horse racing this morning is will california chrome be running for the triple crown in the belmonts? he won the preakness on saturday wearing a nasal strip just as he wore while winning the kentucky derby, but nasal strips have been banned on new york tracks including belmont. if a special request isn't granted, california chrome might not be allowed to wear it and that means his owners might keep him out of the june 7th race altogether. >>> and here's the unluckiest golfer from the weekend's pga event in texas. this shot bounces into and straight back out of the hole. >> it doesn't count? >> no, it does not. >> oh. >> and it's from 63 yards away. it was an amazing shot. he still birdied the hole so not all that bad but, man. >> pretty bad. in and out is pretty bad. >> yeah. that's a shame. >>> all right. here we go. the playoffs in both nhl and the nba are down to just four teams now. >> in hockey the rangers and canadiens continue their series tonight, and in hoops the thunder and the spurs continue theirs. >>> as for the playoff contenders that played yesterday, here's our guy a

his owners are considering pulling him out of the belmont stakes.ou are watching "world news now." ♪ >> announcer: "world news now" weather brought to you by mega red omega-3 krill oil. red omega-3 krill oil. red omega-3 krill oil. mega red omega-3 krill oil. thiswatch lime-a-way power wer. through this block of pure limescale! now, let's see it in action. tough hard water build-up? gone. no scrubbing! turbo power destroys it! lime-a-way turbo power. see the difference, or your money back. ♪ ♪ >>> there may be a new hurdle in the run for horse racing's top prize. california chrome is on track to sweep the three major races. >> but there's a chance he may be forced to skip the final race, giving a whole new meaning to the phrase by a nose. abc's darren rovell explains. >> california chrome won the preakness. california chrome's victory in the preakness he setting up a chance at history. a chance to win the elusive triple crown. in the hours after the horse's victory there is already concern. california chrome may not be allowed to wear the nasal stri

if california chrome wins the belmont stakes on june 7th, he would be the first winner of the elusiveriple crown since 1978. >>> one of the bay area's favorite human race traditions is just a few hours away now. tens of thousands of people are expected to attend tomorrow's bay to breakers foot race. organizers will be watching out for unauthorized runners and enforcing bans on large bags and alcohol. the race starts at 8:00 in the morning at main and howard streets in downtown san francisco and ends at ocean beach. bart is starting service earlier than usual tomorrow, at 6:00 a.m. and running longer trains. you can visit our website at ktvu.com for more information on transit options and to find out what streets are closed. >>> happening now, san francisco airport construction is under way on two of the airport's four run ways for safety upgrades. this is a live picture of sfo, where the work is being done. airport officials say those run ways will be closed during the construction project. it's expected to last about four months. sfo says the closure could cause minor flight delays o

if he wins the belmont stakes he will be the first winner of the triple crown since 1978. >> wouldn't that be cool. his trainer art sherman and his family have been working with the horse for a year and his son said he was skeptical of the owners claims for the animal. >> he said steve, i have the kentucky derby winner. >> and this was early on. >> he was two. early two, like jan, i said really. i'm saying we all hear that. >> now the shermans are living the dream of a lifetime. after the race today art sherman said i wouldn't want to be in anyone else's shoes. >>> new developments in the fight to contain fires in san diego county as another fire forces more havingations. >> a -- evacuations. >> a deadly disease is spreading in the u.s. >> if a major recall in a $35 million fine is not enough, owners of gm vehicles are having trouble getting the recalled part fixed. . >>> developing news out of san diego county where firefighters are making head in the flames. the flames have destroyed 11 homes and an 18 apartment building. and killed one. >> this is one of the most dramatic starts to

where the third and longest race, the belmont stakes is run. >> this is going to put a little pressure on new york because california chrome is going for the triple crown. there's going to be over 100,000 people at the races that day. and it's brought a lot of attention. this horse is now really popular in america. kind of the america's horse. >> california chrome's owners and trainer will need special permission to use the strips at the belmont. if denied they say they could scratch the horse from the race. coming up in three weeks. >>> time now 4:50. a look at the highs and lows of this year's bay to breakers. giant, mobile street party t neighbors complain about >>> it will be cool, a little on the breezy side, maybe windy towards the coastline. temperatures there in the 50s and 60s. in the bay, a little warmer. sneaking up a couple of upper 60s and low 70s into the south bay but the numbers much cooler than just a week ago. as we look towards the east bay i think we top out the 69 degrees in pleasanton. 73 brentwood. 73 danville. 73 walnut creek. in the north bay, a lot of clouds m

and while they will be at the belmont, it's not without concern. >> we're looking forward to the belmontthat we have to change equipment on a horse that's been running very good. you know. not that i'm superstitious, but i just don't understand it myself. >> not allowed in new york. if california chrome wins the belmont he will be the first horse to sweep all three races since 1978. rags to riches. >> and those are your head lines. now we go to janice who i believe is outside. >> yes. and it's always better with friends. i've met a bunch of them. where are you ladies from? >> canada. >> i'm from canada, too. born in toronto! where in canada? >> we're from nova scotia, my mother-in-law is from quebec. >> you get fox there, right? >> yes, of course. >> if you don't, demand it. my mom actually has to pay extra. thank you for coming. where you from? >> mobile, alabama. >> and you're here with your mom? >> yes, i am. >> you're enjoying new york? >> yes, we are. my daughter's graduating from law school tomorrow. >> congratulations. >> where you from? >> charlotte, north carolina. >> that's you

he's going to workout, and begin preparations for the belmont stakes which come up on june 7th.after arriving at the track yesterday, he was allowed to rest, following the ride up from baltimore, where his preakness victory took place. >>> another big sporting event to look forward to is super bowl lii. and it will be held right there where a billion-dollar stadium is being built right now in minneapolis. the nfl owners voted for the city to host the game in 2018, ahead of new orleans and indianapolis. >>> the reigning super bowl champions, the seattle seahawks, are meeting president obama today at the white house. >> as for some of our other teams trying to win championships, details, now, from our guys over at espn. >> good morning, america. wake up. i know, it's early. >> what if some folks are just going to sleep? >> he's stan. i'm neil. this is the "sportscenter" set. >> we're talking nba playoffs. heat and pacers. miami was strong. especially lebron james and dwyane wade in the fourth quarter. wade had 23 points, including 10 in the fourth. james had 22 points, including 1

california chrome will be allowed to wear his nasal strips at the belmont stakes next month clearing for the horse to make his historic run at a triple crown. joining me now by phone, randy moss. i think people are still trying -- for those who don't watch horse racing, and most of us do, but we didn't know that the breathing strip was a part of the horse -- i can't even form this question because it's so stunning that a horse has a breathing strip. >> it's funny even to those in horse racing that such a big deal wound up being made of this. 20 years ago when these breathing strips were first used in humans, horsemen some of the trainers thought they were helping the horses breathe a little better. it was all the rage for maybe a year or two in horse racing. and finally trainers just came to the conclusion that these things really don't make way too much of a difference. so you don't see them nearly as much as you used to. but in the end, i think the new york authorities made the right call. they had sort of a silly policy in the first place that had never really been pressed because

in the first two races he was allowed to wear it but belmont had a rule against it. no more.hat's it for now. see you back here in an hour. "outnumbered" starts right now. >> this is "outnumbered." today's hashtag one lucky guy, eric and he's outnumbered. >> one lucky guy and outnumbered. i agree with you. you're epic. >> we tried to have you one day gut it got gobbled up by a news conference. we're happy to have you back. it's going to be great. so gret to have you here, too. >> thank you so much for having me. >> very exciting. let's dive right into it.