as we mentioned earlier, james durbin from the bay area, a contestant on "american idol," went quite far in the "american idol" season. i can't remember whether a year or couple years ago, but will sing a song called "arms wide open" done originally by the group creed. >> and what's interesting, we have shown you so many officers and community members who have chosen to essentially take their day and share it with the community and pay honor to these two fallen officers. when the incident happened last week, how do we explain to our little ones what happened to their neighborhood police officer? so many people say by joining an event such as today, they can teach their children that, you know what, sometimes bad

there's going to be a special performance by an american idol finalists, james durbin. a couple of years ago he was in that contest and the community got excited about that. he's going to be doing a performance as well. it is a showing of who's who of the state and the central coast and the city of santa cruz. >> stand by. we're going to talk about why these people -- what happened. it was a week ago last tuesday. both officers, very trained, both detectives, they were working a case of a man that was apparently charged or they thought perhaps had something to do with a case of -- they went in and talked to this guy in front of his house. spoke to him for a couple of minutes, and apparently he went inside for a moment and went around the back door and ambush these two officers. they were in plain clothes at the time. >> they were in plain clothes, which is pretty common in cases like this. they approached the house. they were just there to talk to him. they were talking to him, and that's when they were ambushed. they were both shot and killed. you're looking at crime s

. >>> el setimiento de tristeza se acrecento con la presentacion de james durbin. >>> elementos de otrasel sentimiento. >>> se siente feo porque puede pasar a cualquier oficial que va a una llamada. >>> es un momento muy tragico para la policía y santa cruz. >>> ramon adame noticias univisión 14 san francisco . >>> por cierto el que los disparo era un convicto que tuvo acceso a armas de fuego por eso el senado de san francisco emitio una legislacion que pretende corregir errores administrativos de la tenencia de armas. >>> vemos que una persona peligrosa es que tiene antecedentes pasado. >>> bgajo este programa se han confiscado mas de 10mil armas. >>> un defensor del derecho a portar armas esta detenido por amenazar al senador yi. >>> un anciano muerto desde hace un mes aparecio luego de ser apuñalado en hilton manor, el responsable fue descubierto y apresado. >>> en el aeropuerto de oackland fue apresado con 67 libras de maruhuana. >>> la policía de sanb francisco identifico a arrestan a 21 personas de la region por vendr alcohol a menores de 211 años fueron avarios operativos en mas d

. >> former american idol contestant, james durbin sang. he is a santa cruz native. >> durbin sang arms wide open. he knew detective butch baker as a chaperone in school dances when she was growing up. >> those who stayed behind found ways to honor the public servants. >> thousands of people hit the streets of santa cruz for this had morning's police perception. >> i think the community's quite shopped -- precession. as hundreds of vehicles drove past they stood? silence, some tearing up, some absolutes. one woman said her city lost something beyond the detectives. >> innocence, definitely. we've seen it, we've been watching it. it's sad. >> at santa cruz floral, the business of arranging and delivering flowers, we've dona, lot of flowers for our police department and we want to be here for the community. >> something to bring the community together in a difficult time and wanted to show my support. >> there were no dryize when people left the community. >> -- dry eyes. >> we have to show support for their families. >> all w all city police

. >> james durbin from santa cruz will perform. >> what a tribute this would attract that level of attention and that individuals want want to come and reach out to the santa cruz police department and the families of these fallen officers during these very difficult times. >>> deputy steve clark says this is then puttic. he has never lost an officer in the line of duty until last week. >> hopefully for now, we can find some peace and some rest in what we've done to honor these officers. >> reporter: sergeant butch baker was a huge giants and sharks fan. his comrades tell us he spent a lot of time in the shark tank so they think he'd be happy for this venue. >> after the ceremony you'll see thousands of officers lining the streets to give their final absolute. >> ktvu channel 2 news. >>> our coverage begins with mornings on two2. >>> police? san jose are investigating that city's seventh homicide of the year. it happened just this afternoon in almanden valley. >> police say a man in his early 20s or late teens was stabbed to death. someone called 911 about 4:00 to report the stabbing. >> we

james durbin sang the song arms wide open at the family's request. baker's daughter standing alongside her brother adam a santa cruz police officer read a message from a father's day card she wrote as a young girl eight years ago. >> if i had to pick one word for you it would be integrity. because though it's difficult for you to sometimes stand against the norm you do. >> reporter: the positive sentiments were echoed by many people during and after the ceremony. police estimate 8,500 people attended today's memorial here inside hp pavilion. robert handa, ktvu. >>> there were many moving images from today's memorial. but perhaps none more poignant than officer baker's son joaquin wearing her police cap. >> reporter: the gray skies and light rain seem only fitting tonight. in a sign the community is moving on. the flags here at hp pavilion have been raised after an emotional goodbye. it was quite a sight to see hundreds of law enforcement lining up in front of hp pavilion in san jose. but then in unison each saluted the departing caskets under a wavin

also santa cruz native and "american idol" singer james durbin will perform at the memorial. the city of santa cruz will effectively shutdown for the day on thursday. outside agencies will handle police and fire calls so the personnel can take part in the procession and in the memorial service here in san jose. reporting live, leslie brinkly, abc7 news. >> thank you, leslie. the final arrangements are in place for tomorrow's memorial service. >> if you live in santa cruz and don't have a way to get to san jose they are offering bus vouchers for the ride over the hill. if you need one go to abc7news.com and look under see it on tv. >> cal tran and amtrak are offering free train rides to law enforcement personnel. there is a stop across from the pavilion. >> they open at 10:00 in the morning and they will be showing the service live there as well the del mar theater that opens at 11:00. the parking will be free and there is a link to public transportation and other parking lots on our website. >> and we will carry the service live from hp pavilion here on abc7 starting with our

also on the agenda, "american idol" star james durbin will speak at the event. the service will also feature drummers, bagpipes and a helicopter flyover. >> as thousands of mourners continue making their way to the hp pavilion, law enforcement taking some extra steps to handle all that traffic that's flowing into the area. mike inouye joins us with a look at how today's memorial could be affecting drivers outs there. >> good morning. folks, we were following along with that caravan as it took its way up highway 17. there were no other surprises for the freeways. but in downtown, you see all those law enforcement vehicles and we see all the other spectators in the area. the big tie-up was getting off of highway 87. as thiey queued up, that presens a logjam for about 45 minutes through the area. also local streets closed and vta buses rerouted around the scene. that's affecting most seriously lines of 522 past the hp pavilion. because of that, we did have quite a tie-up this morning. they're getting ready for that service. about 3:00 this evening, they're going to

there will be a helicopter fly over and a performance by american idol singer james durbin.he request of the families. former defense secretary, california attorney general and the governor are all coming today to pay respects at the service today. out here live inside the pavilion we know that the staff is getting ready, making sure the stage is set and that everything is just in place for the memorial which of course we will bring you live. reporting live from san jose. >> i'm going to come in and talk act the route that the officers, procession will take coming through, on the -- on the way from santa cruz to the pavilion. it'll start just after 8:45 and it'll continue all the way down on highway 17 and 85 as you drive over to highway 17. so more than 200 police officers are expected in this route. we will let you know as soon as the procession gets on the road, highway 85 and 87. you will not be able to pass the procession route as you drive through. it's a two hundred car motorcade. we will hewer with details on that. >> now make sure you stay here with us for a special

also santa cruz native and "american idol" singer james durbin will perform at the memorial.he city of santa cruz will effectively shutdown for the day on thursday. outside agencies will handle police and fire calls so the personnel can take part in the procession and in the memorial service here in san jose. reporting live, leslie brinkly, abc7 news. >> thank you, leslie. the final arrangements are in place for tomorrow's memorial service. >> if you live in santa cruz and don't have a way to get to san jose they are offering bus vouchers for the ride over the hill. if you need one go to abc7news.com and look under see it on tv. >> cal tran and amtrak are offering free train rides to law enforcement personnel. there is a stop across from the pavilion. >> they open at 10:00 in the morning and they will be showing the service live there as well the del mar theater that opens at 11:00. the parking will be free and there is a link to public transportation and other parking lots on our website. >> and we will carry the service live from hp pavilion here on abc7 starting with our m

also santa cruz native and "american idol" singer james durbin will perform at the memorial. the city of santa cruz will effectively shutdown for the day on thursday. outside agencies will handle police and fire calls so the personnel can take part in the procession and in the memorial service here in san jose. reporting live, leslie brinkly, abc7 news. >> thank you, leslie. the final arrangements are in place for tomorrow's memorial service. >> if you live in santa cruz and don't have a way to get to san jose they are offering bus vouchers for the ride over the hill. if you need one go to see it ok under see it on tv. >> cal tran and amtrak are offering free train rides to law enforcement personnel. st stop across from the pavilion. >> they open at 10:00 in the morning and they will be showing the service live there as well the del mar theater that opens at 11:00. the parking will be free and there is a link to public transportation and other parking lots on our website. >> and we will carry the service live from hp pavilion here on abc7 starting with our midday news at 11:0

american idol star james durbin was requested to sing along during the memorial. you can stay here all day long for special coverage of the memorial and the special coverage begins in just a few hours. they will begin with a sour visit beginning at noon -- begin with a service beginning at noon. >>> a major hit-and-run crash happened in santa clara. it happened 1:30 this morning just north of the great america parkway. witnesses say the suspect's career ended a white pickup truck sending it barreling into a tree. the driver suffered major head injuries. the suspect has faced felony hit-and-run as well as dui charges. >>> they are stunned to learn a young man was killed and the victim's body was found in guadeloupe park and he had been stabbed several times and he was in his 20s. several people no longer feel safe in their neighborhood where homes routinely sell for over a million dollars. investigators don't have any suspects at this time. >>> a suspect is due to appear in court, including assault weapons, bomb making materials and they said they would send a bomb

the families of baker and butter requested a song be performed by james durbin who is a santa cruz nativee also -- native and he also competed on american idol. they could be in the back doing preps but we will continue to monitor as the morning goes on for preparations here at hp pass have you beyond. janine de la vega ktvu channel 2 morning news. >>> many people will not be able to make it so many attended a public viewing in santa cruz last night. many were overcome with emotion as they saw the flag draped caskets of the two officers who had fallen last week. many will be able to watch the ceremony in downtown santa cruz and free parking will be available at depot park in santa cruz. >>> an we have an effort to help the families, santa cruz police established a scholarship fund for the children. they have already donated 125,000 dollars to that scholarship funds. make sure you stay here all day long for special coverage. the public memorial begins at 11:00 with a service starting at noon. >>> we want to update you on the service we first reported a half hour ago. a fight led to a stabb

. >>> at the family's request, former american idol contestant james durbin performed at today's memorial. durbin says he remembers detective butch baker as a surveillance officer at dances when he was growing up. >> reporter: people crowded the main street over pass in los gatos this morning to greet this impressive succession. thousands of people hushed and subdued. >> the way i see honoring the lives of those lost is to be here in person. >> reporter: p.j.hales put up ribbon. >> i was an -- i was married to an officer in san jose for 28 years and i felt i had to do something. >> reporter: scott fey brought an american flag. >> heavy day today. >> reporter: on duty officers who couldn't go to the memorial said they appreciate this. >> the support we get in this town is incredible and the support for these officers who gave their lives for these people, yeah it chokes me up. >> reporter: the somber procession caused some to reflect on societal violence. >> when i see something happen like this i mean it's just, it's unbelievable. it just brings tears to your eye, what's happened to our c

. >>> at the family's request, former american idol contestant james durbin performed at today's memorialstreet over pass in los gatos this morning to greet this impressive succession. thousands of people hushed and subdued. >> the way i see honoring the lives of those lost is to be here in person. >> reporter: p.j.hales put up ribbon. >> i was an -- i was married to an officer in san jose for 28 years and i felt i had to do something. >> reporter: scott fey brought an american flag. >> heavy day today. >> reporter: on duty officers who couldn't go to the memorial said they appreciate this. >> the support we get in this town is incredible and the support for these officers who gave their lives for these people, yeah it chokes me up. >> reporter: the somber procession caused some to reflect on societal violence. >> when i see something happen like this i mean it's just, it's unbelievable. it just brings tears to your eye, what's happened to our community. >> reporter: several people said this refocused their respect for those in service. john fowler, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> many people wh

a slide show from the procession, the badges of all the departments there and a performance by james durbin. it's all on ktvu.com right there on our home page. >>> san francisco police are investigating a shooting that happened late this afternoon. they say it happened just before 4:00 at bryant and main street. according to san francisco police, a passenger in a car was shot. the driver took off looking for a hospital and then flagged down a parking control agent at mission and main. the shooting victim is a man in his 30s and was taken to san francisco general hospital we're told with life threatening injuries. police say the suspected shooter ran away. authorities are still on the scene and we should make you aware that nummi is being rerouted. >>> an armed bank robbery in capitola the same day that a massive memorial service for two santa cruz police officers. we'll tell you why one police officer says it's no coincidence. >> scattered showers showing up out there right now. how long those showers last, how far they go and what it's going to be like this weekend. all those details comin

james durbin is scheduled to sing the song, with arms wide open by the group creed, and governor jerryrown is expected to attend, but will not be making any comments. you can watch tomorrow's morallial here on ktvu. our coverage of the memorial begins at 11:00, with the service starting at noon. >>> tonight, we now know the identity of a female volunteer who was mauled to death by a lion at a private animal park in fresno. the incident happened this afternoon at cat haven in dunlap in the sierra foothills. the victim was 24-year-old diana hanson from washington state. she was working as an intern at the animal sanctuary. fresno county deputies say the victim was found inside the lion's enclosure. investigators are trying to determine why the intern was inside the cage with the lion, and what might have provoked the attack. this afternoon, the founder of the facility cried as he issued a statement. >> our thoughts and prayers go out to our friend and family, and to her family at this time, in this trying time. >> the 4-year-old male lion named couscous was shot and killed by deputies fo

james durbin is scheduled to sing the song, with arms wide open by the group creed, and governor jerryrown is expected to attend, but will not be making any comments. you can watch tomorrow's morallial here on ktvu. our coverage of the memorial begins at 11:00, with the service starting at noon. >>> tonight, we now know the identity of a female volunteer who was mauled to death by a lion at a private animal park in fresno. the incident happened this afternoon at cat haven in dunlap in the sierra foothills. the victim was 24-year-old diana hanson from washington state. she was working as an intern at the animal sanctuary. fresno county deputies say the victim was found inside the lion's enclosure. investigators are trying to determine why the intern was inside the cage with the lion, and what might have provoked the attack. this afternoon, the founder of the facility cried as he issued a statement. >> our thoughts and prayers go out to our friend and family, and to her family at this time, in this trying time. >> the 4-year-old male lion named couscous was shot and killed by deputies fo

former "american idol" finalist james durbin will be performing one song at the service to honor the officers. we just saw that on the santa cruz police blog website. we do have a call in to the police spokesperson to ask about any more final details. if we hear from them, we'll bring it to you in another update coming up next hour. janine de la vega, ktvu channel 2 news. >> all right. >>> ktvu's coverage of the memorial begins during our morning news at 4:30. it will continue at 11:00 a.m. as the funeral precision makes its way from santa cruz to san jose. the service is scheduled to begin at noon. >>> in the meantime we're learning new details about the man who shot and killed the two santa cruz police officers lost week. investigators say 35-year-old jeremy goulet was moving out of his house when the detectives arrived at his door. goulet had just lost his job at a coffee shop and was getting rid of his belongs in preparation for a flight to new mexico, where he has family. the deadly shooting took place outside of goulet's home. >>> a carjacking suspect is in the hospital followi

general harris, former defense secretary panetta, and congressman sam farr and a local celebrity, james durbinican idol" finalist from santa cruz. the whole town cheered him on. he will sing to pay tribute to the officers. officials expect traffic to be congested after the service as people head back to santa cruz and the afternoon commute is starting to get going. they are asking people to be patient today, to plan for this, and to be patient. it will be a very sad day here in san jose. >> thank you, amy hollyfield. >> the final arrangements are in place. if you live in santa cruz and don't have a way to get there the santa cruz metro is offering bus vouchers for the ride over the hill on highway 17. also, caltrain and amtrak are offering free train rides to law enforcement personnel. kaiser permanente arena in santa cruz opens at 10:00 a.m. and they will show the service live and on our website. people bracelets are availability to the public in on of the fallen officers, each has a tag with an engraving of sergeant baker and detective butler's badge numbers costing $15 and a portion of the

fallen police officers in santa cruz ♪[music] >> the american idol star and santa cruz native james durbinerforming at yesterday's pavilion. more than 8,000 people gathered for the memorial. baker's daughter read a father's day poem. santa cruz police officer -- >> if i had one word for you, though it's difficult for you to sometimes stand against the norm. >> he made an unscheduled speech and shared some of his final words we liz beth. >> i would take care of my boys and make sure that they would always know what a great person their mom was. >> governor brown and former secretary of defense panetta were also among the vips there. panetta represented santa cruz county during his days in congress. >> we posted much more on our channel 2 website ktvu.com. go to it. you'll find videos, slide shows and information on the scholarship funds that have been set up for the police officer's children. >> 5:08, let's check in for the friday commute. how does it look around the bay. >> it's looking good. good friday morning to you. it looks nice heading up out to the maize. traffic on 580 looks good a