. >>> still ahead, harry smith will be here to take us to a steak lover's dream in vermont, the fancy stuff. but first, you >>> good morning to you. it is 8:26. governor gavinrnor, most of them republicans. today is the official deadline for counties to mail out ballots. you may have received yours. drop boxes are supposed to be available in >>> let's get a look at the forecast. meteorologist kari hall is tracking that. >> we have a smoky start to the day, a live look outside in san jose. we are concerned about air quality, should see improvements this afternoon. high temperatures head for the low 80s. high of 72 in oakland, 92 in martinez, 87 in santa rosa, inland temperatures in the low 90s in some of the hottest spots. tomorrow, wind picks up during the evening into early wednesday morning, increasing the fire danger. we have to watch out for that, especially with that dry offshore wind. marcus? >> thanks, kari. >>> another local news update coming up in 30 minutes. i will see you back here then. kids love visiting kidifornia. but parents like it to, like a lot. they go bonkers. (wuaahh) totally boom it's an adventure. (sound of playing) you know ,you ha