. >> the only thing keeping the government from working -- opening back up is the grandma kratz refusing to apply a simple -- democrats refusing to apply a simple act of fairness. jennifer franciotti will explain how the shutdown will affect people. certainly been enjoying warm weather around here. that trend will continue. incan see some clouds moving thanks to a trough that is not helping us stay cool. us, we have af stationary front working in that area. we have a slight chance for showers. right now, it is 84 degrees at the airport. we will see the highs around 86 today. cool offalk about a coming and how the tropical storm could impact our area. an investigation underway into a double stabbing. at about 1:00 this morning, police responded to a fight. the victims were taken to hospitals with stab wounds. no word on their condition. in 90 minutes, opening statements are expected to begin in a mel practice suit -- malpractice suit against a dock your accused of lansing -- doctor accused of planting unnecessary heart stints. i-team reporter is in the court room. prison for life in shoot