it's all on the kron-4 mobile app .. ( darya ) oakland mayor libby schaaf is teaming up with kaiser permanenteity health... and tackle a housing shortage in oakland. their goal is to preserve affordable housing in the bay area, by securing a $100- million loan fund that should protect affordable housing in kaiser's service areas. they will also push to house more than 500- homeless people in oakland. <"when we work together we can accomplish miracles and that means securely housing everyone the partnership that we have formed between the city of oakland non profit partners like enterprise and ebaltsy and our number one employer kaiser permanente is a partnership that is making transformative changes."> ( darya ) through the 'housing for health fund'.. approximately 5 point 2 million dollars is committed for a 41-unit housing complex in east oakland, near the company's national headquarters. ( james ) in this morning's hidden history: celebrating black history series....we're going to take you to a property in oakville, alabama, that is the childhood homef one of the most famous athletes in the

in part it reads, kaiser permanente provides genetic testing for cana van disease. we follow recommendations. and offer testing to individuals who identify during screening that they are of jewish. they are raising $2 million for the twins to for research. >> it is to be translated with the fda approval. >> in the meantime, they are hopeful neuromovement therapy will help them to reach some milestones. anything to extend and improve the quality of their lives. in concord, melanie woodrow, abc 7 news. >>> certainly pulling for those twins. the results are in following the state's first snow survey of the year. some experts are encouraged by the early storms in november and december. but state water officials found water content is below average. the snowpack is 67% of normal. while these findings are there's than ideal, it is an improvement over last year. the state is developing systems to adapt as climate change causes snow lines to rise in the sierra. >> with that comes managing the water a that happens with each storm with rain rather than snow and the behaves. >

city of oakland non profit partners like enterprise and ebaltsy and our number one employer kaiser permanente is a partnership that is making transformative changes."> through the 'housing for health fund'.. an approximate $5.2 million is committed for a 41-unit housing complex in east oakland, near kaisers' national headquarters. still ahead at 8 the men's razor ad sparking backlash online.. what gillette said that spurring conversation and next. california has the most aggressive drivers in the u-s. what could be fueling those numbers. (ken) rain isn't the only hazard facing bay area drivers.(pam) a mountain view- based website called "your mechanic" .... rates california drivers as the most aggressive in the country,(ken) kron four's grant lodes shows us how they reached that conclusion, tailgating ...swerving from lane to lanebeep "96"zooming past other cars ... californians report they encounter aggressive drivers an average of every six and a half minutes.tick tick connecticut, georgia, texas and north carolina round out the top five.while alaska has the fewest aggressive drivers ... yo

hopefully keep them in san anselmo. ( james ) oakland mayor libby schaaf is teaming up with kaiser permanenteckle a housing shortage in oakland. their goal is to preserve affordable housing in the bay area, by securing a $100- million loan fund that should protect affordable housing in kaiser's service areas. they will also push to house more than 500- homeless people in oakland. <"when we work together we can accomplish miracles and that means securely housing everyone the partnership that we have formed between the city of oakland non profit partners like enterprise and ebaltsy and our number one employer kaiser permanente is a partnership that is making transformative changes."> ( james ) through the 'housing for health fund'.. approximately 5 point 2 million dollars is committed for a 41-unit housing complex in east oakland, near the company's national headquarters. ( john ) and i am tracking your bay area forecast. fitting in good doesn't have to be hard. however you fit in good, is good with us. with twelve grams of protein and eighty calories in light and fit greek non-fat yogurt, it's

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kaiser permanente e-mailed her about the testing, but didn't directly speak with her about it.e-mail statement to abc 7 news in part reads, quote, kaiser permanente againet againetic testing. we offer testing to individuals who identify during screening they are of jewish descent. they are sharing their story to encourage everyone to get genetic testing prior to conception. they also need to raise $2 million for the twins to participate in experimental gene replacement therapy, pioneered by an east coast doctor. >> we are fund-raising for research to be translated into the clinical setting with the fda approval. >> reporter: in the meantime, they are hopeful movement therapy will help the twins reach some milestones. >> we'll do whatever it takes. >> reporter: anything to extend and improve the quality of their lives. in concord, melanie woodrow, abc 7 news. >> now your accuweather forecast. >> if you're with us earlier, you have seen how the rain has increased over time and live doppler radar 7 showing the yellows and we zoom into marin county where on the coast you've seen th

kaiser permanente didn't directly speak with her about the testing.tatement reads "kaiser permanente provides genetic testing for canavan disease. we follow recommendations of the american college of obstetricians and gynecologies and offer canavan testing to individuals who identify during screening. the couple is encouraging everyone to get genetic testing prior to conception and need to raise $2 million for the twins to participate in gene replacement therapy. > we're funding research into the clinical setting with the fda approval. >> reporter: in the meantime the couple is hopeful that neuro movement therapy will help the twins reach some milestones. >> we'll do whatever it takes. >> reporter: anything to extend and improve the quality of their lives. in concord, melanie woodrow, abc7 news. >>> a soccer stadium in downtown concord could become a reality. the city council will consider this week whether to continue evaluating a proposal on a mixed use stadium, hotels, convention center, apartments and retail space. the project could cost $750 mill

kaiser permanente didn't directly speak with her about it.rmanente provides genetic testing for canavan disease. we follow recommendations of the american college of obstetricians and gynecologies and offer canavan testing to individuals who identify during screening and they are encouraging everyone to get genetic testing prior to conception and need to raise $2 million for the twin be in genetic testing. > we're funding research into the clinical setting with the fda approval. >> reporter: in the meantime the couple is hopeful that neuro movement therapy will help the twins reach some milestones. >> we'll do whatever it takes. >> reporter: anything to extend and improve the quality of their lives. in concord, melanie woodrow, abc7 news. >>> a soccer stadium in downtown concord could become a reality. the city council will consider the project this week. the project could cost 7$750 million and it might require significant financial help from the city. so far at least two council members are against it. they're concerned with traffic problem

in health care, with athena health, greenway medical technologies, and kaiser permanente.nd cyber innovation with air watch, honeywell, and unisys. manufacturing, with precision toyota tire, and as gay innovation. and supply chain infrastructure, with lloyd and southern corporation. i applaud governor deal -- economic development commissioner pat wilson, and officials were working to create economic opportunity not only in the atlanta metro, but in every corner of this great state. [applause] governor kemp: as governor, i will continue to work with state and local officials to recruit industry leaders to georgia. through the georgians first commission, we will review regulations that make it difficult for job creators to higher, expand -- two hire, expand, and invest. we will make government more efficient and put hard-working georgians first. i am confident that we can build a stronger, more diverse economy, and we can add a new designation for george's resume -- number one for small business. [applause] governor kemp: with conservative budgeting, georgia has maintained a

. >>> kaiser permanente is spending millions to help house the homeless. they plan to purchase a 41-unit apartment building in east owing. the mayor helped unveil it today. kaiser's ceo said the investment in housing is a major component to improving health. >> we fwheef idea that someone would have to go to bed on the streets of america as their home is unacceptable in the most wealthiest country that we all live in. >> the building will house 500 people over the age of 50. >>> brazen robberies in the east bay. hear from one shop owner who was nearly trampled. >>> the warriors put the league on notice. all it took was one quarter for the warriors to break two records. >>> first, a look at what's coming up on jimmy kimmel live. >> thanks. if you've ever wondered what the meaning of life is, watch this. can you do it? >> wait, wait. [ cheers and applause ] when did sleep start requiring effort? what if it didn't have to? each tempur-pedic bed is made with advanced pressure-relieving material, so you get the deepest sleep you've had, ever. there's nothing lik

the city of oakland announces a partnership with kaiser permanente to get people off the streets and into homes. kaiser will spend more than $5 million to buy a 41 minute housing complex near kaiser's headquarters at lake merritt and turn it into affordable housing. it's all part of the community's font which is $2 million on projects to help the homeless. the ceo said he saw the need to do something every day he headed to work. >> at a personal level it was also rewarding when i was driving down 90. it was front and center for me to see how bad the problem is. i am able to project under the freeway, that is not unique to oakland. >> the aim is to help at least 500 people living on the streets in oakland. the thriving community fund also addresses homelessness and in other cities across the country. >> an evacuation warning for the community of pogo in butte county. went into effect about an hour ago due to the potential for flooding. people in the town are being urged to head 20 higher ground. the warning runs through thursday morning. there's also a flood watch for other parts of bu

in san jose rob fladeboe kron4 news (ken) oakland mayor libby schaaf and kaiser permanente banded togetheroday ... to announce moves to improve community health... and tackle a housing shortage in oakland. their goal is to preserve affordable housing in the bay area, by securing a $100- million loan fund that should protect affordable housing in kaiser's service areas. they will also push to house more than 500- homeless people in oakland. <"when we work together we can accomplish miracles and that means securely housing everyone the partnership that we have formed between the city of oakland non profit partners like enterprise and ebaltsy and our number one employer kaiser permanente is a partnership that is making transformative changes.">(ken) through the 'housing for health fund'.. approximately $5.2 million is committed for a 41-unit housing complex in east oakland, near the company's national headquarters. (pam) the system bringing the bay area rain... is of course also bringing lots of snow to the sierra. this is video from highway- 89 -- on the way to kirkwood mountain from south l

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kaiser permanente plans to spend millions of dollars to get homeless off oakland streets and into homes. more than $5 million will be used to purchase a 41 unit housing complex near kaiser's national headquarters along lake merritt. they want to turn the area into a affordable housing. it is part of kaiser's thriving communities fund, which already has $200 million for the homeless and other projects. the ceo and chairman says he feels the need to do something every day as he goes to work. >> on a personal every morning driving down 980. it was front and center for me to see how bad the problem was. i am able to project onto the freeway, the encampment that is not unique to oakland. it is all over the country. >> the goal is to help at least 500 people who were on the streets of oakland right now. the thriving communities fund also addresses homelessness and other cities all over the country. >> teachers and staff at several oakland schools are calling for a one day sick out. the teachers say they will not show up to work on friday. there calling for higher wages and smaller class sizes

news reads in part, "kaiser permanente provides genetic testing for canavan disease. the american college of obstetricians and gynecologists and american college of genetics and offer canavan testing to individuals who identify during screening that they are of ashkenazi jewish dissent." they are encouraging everyone to get the genetic testing prior to conception. they also need to raise $2 million for the twins to participate in experimental gene replacement therapy being pioneered by a doctor in philadelphia. >> we are fund-raising for research to be translated into the clinical setting with the fda approval. >> reporter: in the meantime, they are hopeful neuro movement therapy will help the twins reach some milestones. >> we'll do whatever it takes. >> reporter: anything to extend an improve the quality of their lives. in concord, melanie woodrow, abc7 news. >> they're so cute, those little babies. hopefully -- you're in tears, i know. new mom, so you'll feel it more than others might. but they're just adorable. >> yeah. >> hopefully, they'll get some help. a remin

kaiser permanente and wallleens offer shots. telemundo 44 health and fitness expo is this saturday and sunday. it's free for you and your family. hop you will join us there. >>ars are getting smarter. is all this new technology making them safer. our consumer reporter in the driver's seat testing the upgrades. >> a new run in for kevinaf spay r his court appearance. what happened to him outside of reagan national airport? tracking chance >>> right now a live look at radar. rain coming down all over the region. freezing rain in parts west of snow is in your forecast for later this week. amelia draper has more on the timing in a few minutes. >> the act kevin spacey started his day in a nantucket courtroom, but legal issues seemed to follow him here to our area. officers from the airport authory pulled him over on the gw parkway outside reagan national airport and told he was stopped for speeding and got a verb warning. spacey entered a not guilty plea in connection to a felony assault charge. he is accused of groping an 18-year-ol

. >> a get fit event hosted by the warriors, kaiser permanente that included nutrition and games. >> meant to be inclusive in part of the classroom learning. >> it was really fun and it was a good experience. >> favorite fruit and veggies are a matter of personal taste. >> my favorite veggie is spinach. my favorite fruit is watermelon. >> there's one thing we can agree on. >> use your platform to help better someone else. >> katie utehs, abc 7 news. >>> let's do a turn, shall we? getting fit to getting free pizza. pizza hut will give free pizza for a year to parents of the first baby born after kickoff on super bowl sunday. >> the pressure is on. the company will also give the parents tickets to next year's super bowl. pizza hut officials say they can fuel the parents through 365 sleepless nights. to enter, parents have to tweet a photo of the newest arrival including the exact time of birth and tag pizza hut. >> do you think families are planning c-sections? >> i hope not. >> scheduling it to get free pizza. >> or the tickets to the super bowl, more importantly. >> delivering on a s

. >>> oakland mayor asked for a new partnership with kaiser permanente. to invest $200 million into its driving immunity fund with the aim of helping to reduce homelessness. kaiser is headquartered in oakland. their ceo said he saw the need to do something every day that he headed to work. >> at a personal level, every morning when i was driving down 980, it was front and center for me to see how bad the problem is. i was able to see the encampment. it is not unique to oakland. it is all over the country. >> the aim is to help over 500 people living on the streets. they will also address homelessness in other cities across the country. joining us is the oakland mayor. tell me about the specifics of this plan. you must be pretty excited.! it is exciting. kaiser is redefining corporate responsibility. they announced greetings today frank. the 500 homeless individuals that they have pledged to take care of our 500 oakland or's over the age of 50 with at least one chronic health issue. they have pledged to take these individuals off the street and get them pe

. >>> libby schaff announced a new partnership with kaiser permanente today. kaiser has committed to spending more than $5 billion. the kensington garden apartments will be upgraded and turned into affordable housing. it is all part of kaiser's thriving community fund which already has $200 million for homeless and other projects. the ceo of kaiser said today that he saw a need to do something every day that he has to work. >> on a personal level, it was also every morning when i was driving down interstate 80. it was front and center to see how bad the problem is. i am able to project under the ua encampment that is not unique to oakland. it is all over the country. >> reporter: the aim is to help at least 500 people living on the street in oakland. the thriving committee hopes to address this issue across the country. >>> jfk tower on sacramento street near webster in the fillmore district has fallen into disrepair. today, the city leaders celebrated the reopening of the tower. all of the apartments re. many accessible. the mayor said they also got energy eff

kaiser permanente is planning to release details on a plan to build housing in oakland. nd $200 million to build housing for the homeless. the mayor has been a strong proponent of building temporary homes out of tuff shed. >>> you may have noticed a little bit of relief at the gas pump. >>> what is behind the sharp drop in gas prices over the last few weeks. >>> we are tracking rain in the bay area. ♪ [ music ] >>> gas prices continue to fall, down $.12 per gallon over the last three weeks. the nationwide average is now $2.31. the bay area average is $3.46 on average, making it the highest in the country. baton rouge, louisiana is the cheapest at $1.80 per gallon. industry analysts attribute the drop to falling crude oil costs. >>> starting tomorrow, tesla will no longer sell its lowest price version of two different models. higher versions will still be available. the cheapest price will now start at $94,000 instead of 76 thousand dollars -- $76,000. >>> a major winter storm that contributed to at least five deaths in the midwest is now pounding -- the storm also knocked

. >> july brady kaiser permanente representative. ly take that question back. i'm not sure how facility determines which classes are available. >> thank you. any other public comment? seeing none. item number six. >> discussion item. president's report, report by president breslin. >> president breslin: i have nothing to report other than to say that this is a start of the rates in benefits. i like to remind everyone of our fiduciary duties. i was looking at some old information i had. it said trustees can put the general good entire population as their highest priority. they must act for the sole benefit of the beneficiaries. just a reminder, we are trustees and fiduciaries which means we must work for the sole benefit of our members. any public comment on this item? seeing none. number seven please. >> clerk: discussion item. director's report. report given by abbie yant. >> good afternoon commissioners. as highlighted in the director's report and reemphasizing president breslin's report is our staff is gearing up for the rates and benefit season and have a f

kaiser permanente and walgreens drugs will be offeng flu shots at this year's health and fitness expon't forget, that is this thekend, january 12th and at the washington convention center.yo and it's free u and your family. we hope to see you there. >>> 5:26 now. coming up, cameras, alerts and more. they're features that promise to protect your families on the roads.s now, newis getting behind the wheel to see how they really work. >>> plus, running low on gas? the new company that will fill you up while youleep. how it works and what it costs and how to avoid this common chore. >>> and your dog walking forecast today, rada available for adoption today. showers moving in after. 6: way colder weatheromes back cin >>> news 4 today starts now. >> 5:30 is your we're taking a live look outside. we have a nice day in store before real winter temperatures move in. we're goingo fill you in on that storm team 4 forecast. >>> it's day 18 of the government shutdown. we're working for you through it all. details on the president's primetime address tonight and how to get some extra help if you're

. >>> kaiser permanente is going to spend millions of dollars to get people off the streets and into their own homes. they will purchase a housing complex near the kaiser headquarters. they will turn into affordable housing. it is part of their thriving people living on the streets in oakland.addresses homelessness in othercities across the country. in rain county is under pressure to change his name. supporters say that dixie refers to the confederacy and slavery. opponents argue that represents tradition. both sides have started their own petitions. >> put yourself on the line for all of us. i need you. we need you. >> reporter: one by one, people implore the dixie school board for a new name sooner rather than later. the board leans toward a ballot referendum next year. >> we do that, you're putting the humanity and the dignity of people up for a vote. >> we gave you petitions today. >> reporter: close to 2000 signatures have been submitted and a marin philanthropy has agreed to pay all costs of the change, at least $20,000. signs, buses, logos, and the like. >> the cost is an elem

an e-mail statement to abc7news.com reads, "kaiser permanente provides genetic testing for this disease. we follow recommendations and offer the testing who identify during screening." they are sharing their story to encourage everyone to get genetic testing prior to conception. they also need to raise $2 million for the twins to participate in experimental gene replacement therapy, pioneered by an east coast doctor. >> we are fund-raising for research to be translated into the clinical setting with the fat fda approval. >> reporter: they're hopeful the therapy will help the twins reach some milestones. >> whatever it takes. >> reporter: anything to extend and improve the quality of their lives. melanie woodrow, "abc7 news." >> and the family has set up a go fund me page to raise $2 million so their twins can participate in that experimental gene replacement therapy. we'll put a link on our website, abc7news.com. >> let's move on. the state did the first snow survey this year with mixed results. some experts were encouraged by the early storms in november and december, but state officia

kaiser permanente that to announce details on building housing the homeless and oakland. kaiser said it plans to spend $200 million to build housing for more than 500 people. the press conference is scheduled for tuesday. air libby schaaf will be there and the mayor has been a strong proponent of building temporary homes out of tough shut homeless people off of the street and eventually into permanent housing. >>> the east bay express is laid up nearly all of the editorial staff except for one person. the editor robert gammon will remain at his post at the alternative weekly newspaper will rely on freelance writers set of staff employees. the cuts are being blamed on a lawsuit. the paper lost it last week brought a former employee who claimed he was owed hundreds of thousands of dollars in overtime after he was terminated. after a four-year legal battle the court ruled in his favor saying paper must pay his legal cost parking meters and out on walnut creek new meters are underway. drivers have complained that the current meters are hard to read and indirect only and raid.

welcome to the kaiser permanente neighborhood. >> you are all about community health. >> we support the health of our members and our communities. today we're here representing what a healthy community looks like. we believe every community shld have access to walking and biking opportunities so people can wal to school or to work. we believe we should also have healthynd fruits vegetables in your neighborhood. so we're dilaying healt fruits and vegetables on the farm stand. shouldbelieve everyon have access to healthcare. so we have the mobile van here today and we're providing screenings and flu shots to enable people to get their screenings. we're excited to be here. >> she's talking about free flu shots. they're offering those at the expo this year. we will be here saturday and sunday all day no mater what eather is doing outside. we'll open the doors tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m. we hope we'll see you there. we have a lot more coming up between now and 7:00 p.m., previewing what you can expect at the health expo this weekend. we'll talk to dr. john torres coming up in our next live

kaiser permanente will be offering the flu.hat's thisnd wee at the washington convention center and the best part of all, it's free for you and your family h. we hope we'll see u there. p>>> someple just seem special from the minute you meet them and for countless people that special someone is a little girl named leah still. she's the 8-year-old daughter of the bengals retired defensive tackle. four years ago she was diagnosed with an aggressivem of cancer. she had a 50/50 chance to live. leais cancer-free. she's a survivor and she and her dad appeared on the "day" show to reflect on their journey and arned. sons they've >> i knew that if i died, my ole family would cry and i didn't want that because i knew that i didn't want them t through like i did and so i just didn't want them to cry likeho i cried. >> that's probably one of my biggest regrets is not being more vulnerable in front of her. i thoht that i hado be strong all the time but i didn't know that she was experiencing the same emotions that i was going through so wh

two major players are also part of this project, anthem blue cross and kaiser permanente. >> housing is important to people. >> reporter: i thought about that when i approached crystal sims who has lived on these streets with her sister for 2 1/2 years. as a homeless person, there are so many things happening out here. what do you fear the most. >> what i fear the most is somebody coming in while i'm asleep. i saw a lot of crazy things going on in the world. you never know what's going on in somebody's mind. >> there's no question in my mind that even without a permanent home, sims is still holding onto her dignity and grace. in oakland, lyanne menendez, a b c 7 news. >>> massive flooding shut down an on-ramp in oakland today. sky 7 flew above here. it saw nearly 3 feet of flooding. chp oakland officers blocked the off ramp as crews assessed the situation. >> you don't want to drive through that. the rain was relentless at times. it was coming down in buckets. >> it caught people off guards and kept maintenance crews busy. now, amy hollyfield. >> reporter: here's an encore performanc

. >>> oakland-based kaiser permanente set to spend millions of dollars to the people of the streets ofland into homes. the healthcare company says more than $5 million to be used to buy a 41 unit housing complex right near the national headquarters and lake merritt. they want to turn it into affordable housing. this is part of the thriving communities fund which has already raised $20 million for the homeless, and other projects. >>> still ahead, a classic violinist performing this weekend for the california symphony. she is good. coming up, we will introduce you to jenny cho. a musician with a green thumb. >>> heart stopping video after i tyler flies out of a car still strapped into the car seat. how the little one is doing and how this happened, when we come back. >>> it is a little slow out of there and a little wet. for the most part, we are having a decent commute. the are some problems. i will tell you about them when we when they come back with the next commute report. ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ glad you're back how you feeling? ♪ ♪ (both) exhausted. but finally being able to make that vol

kaiser permanente and walgreens drugs will be offering flu shots at this year's health and fitness exporget, that is this weekend, january 12th and 13th at the washington convention center. and it's free for you and your family. we hope to see you there. >>> 6:26 now. coming up, classroom cutbacks. students missing out on science because o staffing shortages. >>> plus, running low on gas? a new company will fill you up while you sleep. how it works andhat it will cost to avoid this chore. >>> dog walking forecast time. radar here is available for adoption at the humane alliance. a great name and a great-looking dog there. good weather for dog walking today. it is not all that cold this morning. it will be nice and mild this afternoon. a risk of showers moving back in >>> news 4 today starts now. >> just about 6:30. we're taking a live look outside this morning. theit capital wheelng on the potomac river. we have a nice day in store before real winter temperatures move in. going to fill you in on the >>> it is day 18 of the government shutdown. we are working for you through it all. we'l

. >>> kaiser permanente spending millions to get people off the used to buy a 41 unit rn into affordable housing. as part of a thriving community which has a $20 million for homeless and other projects. the ceo that he sees that they needed to his way to work. >> on a personal level, and was also every morning, when i was driving down 980. it was front and center for me to see how bad the problem is. i'm able to project under the freeway, the encampment that is not unique to oakland. it is all over the country. >> the aim is to help at least 500 people living on the streets, in oakland. the thriving community fund addresses homelessness in other cities across the country. >>> a san francisco man fighting a court order to rebuild an exact replica of a historic home torn down. the 1935 home in hopkins avenue was designed by influential architect, richard. richard johnson bought the home in 2017. he had plans to remodel the 900 ft.2 home, making it more than 3000 ft.2 but the contractor demolished the home saying it was unsafe. the planning commission ordered the home to be coming up, you w

the chairman and ceo of kaiser permanente says that he sees the need to do something every day as he >> on a personal level, it was every morning when i was driving down 980. it was front and center for me to see how bad the problem is. i am able to project under the freeway, the inhabit encampment that is not unique to the area. >>> there at least 500 people living on the streets of oakland right now. the thriving communities fund addresses business and other cities around the country. >>> we're talking about rain and we're talking about snow. they are expecting feet of snow in the storm. we have the warning that is now in place. >>> also, the shocking video after small child flies out of a car while strapped in the carsey. how the child is doing and how it happened in the first place. when we come back. >>> good morning. we have a rainy commute and it but it is what out there for sure. i will let you know what that is doing to the morning commute. >>> we're kind of in a low right now. there some drizzle and light rain. the heavy rain comes in tonight. overnight and into tomorrow. t

anthem blue cross and kaiser permanente. >> housing is really critical to people's health outcomes and making sure people can age with dignity and grace in their homes. >> i thought than when i approached crystal simms, who has lived on these streets with her sister for two and a half years. how did you end up homeless? >> family issues. family issues. i wasn't too comfortable at home. so i would have rather been outside. >> and couldn't afford an apartment? >> right. >> she told me she has always been concerned about her safety, as she quietly returned to her tent with dignity and grace. in oakland, lyanne melendez, abc 7 news. >>> governor gavin newsom met with tsa agents and other workers impacted by the federal worker shutdown today at the sacramento international airport. they met this afternoon. he listened to personal stories of mounting medical bills and missed payments. the governor's office announced that the state will offer assistance to unpaid workers. this means federal workers without pay can file for unemployment, but they'll have to pay it back when they recover their

warriors.t event was hosted by kaiser permanente and play works. >>> we're days away from super bowl sunday and the san francisco zoo is offering a special deal after a friendly race between two lovable residents. >> the zoo's ram and tortoise made their picks and they picked pizza hut. >> hmm. >> who says -- wait? what just happened. >> there they are. 38-year-old leopard tortoise made a beeline towards the patriots. the zoo's ram made a quick pick choosing the rams for the win. since it was split, everyone wins. the san francisco zoo is proud to give $1 off admission to everyone dressed in football gear this weekend. so yea. >> what is it eating? >> that's what i was looking at, too. >> don't they eat anything? >> he's eating clovers. that's okay. >> totally ignoring -- >> oh, there it is. the turtle wanted the -- >> imagine how long it really took for him to get there. >> that went well. >> all right. >>> anyway, go to the zoo, we're football gear and get in for $1. >> i like that idea. that will keep you out of the rain. there is rain in the weekend forecast. much cooler conditio

. >> reporter: the get fit event hosted by the warriors, kaiser permanente, and playworks, included nutrition lessons and activities. >> the recess games are designed by playworks. they're meant to be inclusive and part of the classroom learning. >> it was really fun. it was a good experience. >> reporter: while favorite fruit and veggies are a matter of personal taste -- >> my favorite veggie is spinach is my favorite fruit is watermelon. >> there's one thing we can agree on. >> if you're not helping save somebody else's life using your platform to help better someone else, what are you really doing? >> reporter: in east oakland, katie utehs, abc 7 news. >> how cool is that? >> see, when he recommends the nutrition it's okay. it's cool. >> when we do it not so much. >>> up next the emotional toll of family separations. after a month apart a mom reunites with her daughter here in the bay area. experts weigh in on the lr long-term impact. >>> plus lawmakers begin tough negotiations on border security. why they're optimistic a deal will be made to avoid another government shutdown. >>> and the

. >>> this week, kaiser permanente is scheduled to have a meeting on how to house a homeless.o spend $200 million to house people without housing. temporary homes out of tough sheds have gotten people off the street with the aim of permanently getting off the streets. >>> the editor robert gannon will remain at his post despite the alternative weekly newspaper's mass layoffs. they will rely on freelance writers. that cuts are being blamed on lawsuits. the paper lost this week brought by a former employee who claimed he was owed hundreds of thousands in overtime after he was terminated. after a legal battle, the paper must pay his legal costs as well. >>> san francisco mayor london breed is offering jobs as operators have been helping the comic driver shortage. chariots began in 2014, and announced last week it would end operations come february 1. the company was acquired by ford for 65 $9.02 years ago and is being shot down as part of cost- cutting measures. as for muni, they are down 400 drivers right now. city leaders to the drivers who lost their jobs at chariot will likel

permanente -- they plan to purchase an apartment building in east oakland. oakland mayor libby schaaf helps to unveil the initiative at oakland city hall. kaiser's hall says it's a major component to improving health. >> they believe that the notion or the idea that someone would have to go to bed on the streets of america as their home is unacceptable in the most wealthiest country that we all live in. >> that building will house 500 people over the age of 50. >> new at 6:00, new research on the body's metabolism shows when you eat is as important as what you eat. pre-planning your meals and scleep schedule can help with weight loss. dr. ashton explains why it's good to eat heavier meals during the day. >> a good lunchtime meal, more portion size than this. but you have protein, vegetables and you have healthy carbs. when you go to your dinnertime meal, protein and vegetables but leave off the carbs. if you don't burn the carbs it's getting stored as fat. >> that didn't look like very much food, it d. it? >> especially at dinnertime. >>> coming up on gma, dr. ashton explains how other factors, night shift and exercise affects weight loss. gma b