northstar the base is one to two feet.nough to open four lifts and seven runs. >> we're excited about this year. people are thrilled. we've had a fun day. >> plenty enticing for those who want to make a few early season turns. >> how is it working out for you? >> awesome. >> this is manmade? >> it works. it covers the rocks and there is plenty of it. >> northstar managed to create some features for those looking to get some air? >> do you think it's a good time? >> definitely a good time. get more snow and nice and sunny. >> reporter: boreal is already open and squaw valley is set to open on friday. >> dan: coming up, surprise pick in the cy young award. photographs that depict the hopes and dreams of young people in the bay area and [ female announcer ] welcome one and alall to a tastier festive feast. so much to sip and savor, a feeding frenzy to say the least. a turkey from safeway will have everyone raving. there's fresh, natural, frozen, whatever you're craving. spend 25 dollars and a frozen safeway turkey is 59 cents

laura anthony spent the day at northstar. here is her report. >> it was a storm that made it easy on those trying to get the mountain and snow levels stayed well above 8,000 feet. on the slopes that wasn't so good producing just an inch or two of new snow at the very top and stuff at the bottom a little slushy. >> it's a lot of fun. it's a good day. >> northstar, the runs that were open were pretty crowded. >> do did you think you ko would be skiing before thanksgiving? >> no. >> what do you like about it? >> skiing and getting out. >> by tomorrow, northstar plans to make sure more people can go up and down by opening up a lift that goes all the way to the top of mount pluto. >> we'll be skiing to the top of the mountain. they can expect eight more trails to open and from intermediate to advanced. >> dan: as we continue to fireball, a clear demonstration of what not to do this thanksgiving. plus, a surprise welcome for a soldier home for the holidays. also coming up, holiday shoppers spent the last minute, frenzy at the super

they typically lead one to the northstar, otherwise known as polaris. so i thought it has a layer of theme. >> let's talk about some of the other elements in the peace. we are walking along, and there is a weather vane. there's a sweet little bird hanging on the side. what kind of bird is that? >> [inaudible] the smallest of the gulf species, and it lives around the bay area. >> you want to talk about the types of flour patterns that you send? >> [inaudible] around 1926 or so by the dahlia society. >> what is this bird here? >> that is the california quail. >> coming up here, we had a little blustery theme. what is this area here? >> this is supposed to be the side view, the expense of the golden gate bridge. >> there it is. >> there are really beautiful elements of architecture still around, i would say that it gives that feeling over to the work. >> what are your hopes for it? >> that in a way it just becomes part of the area. i think it is starting to have that feeling. people utilize it. they sit and, and have their lunch and play on -- they sit and

heavenly and northstar is opening ahead of schedule. for now only certain trails will be open. >>> the head of the long island power company has resigned amidst the complaints. they called to investigate the utility. one group has filed a class- action suit for its respond to the -- response to the storm. 50million people have not had power for more than two weeks now. >>> they have turned washington d.c. upside down. the 911 tape with the major role in this real life soap opera. >>> also, thanksgiving is just two days away, how you can help others in this holiday season.

more than two feet of know if i will which is open 9 to 9 and northstar is set to open on friday. >>> good afternoon to you, a warming trend is underway and at this hour under blue skies, and 45 degrees good air -- degrees, good air quality and it's just a nice quiet fall afternoon. in nevada 59 and widespread 50s around the bay. 60 degrees in calistoga. a light breeze, northeast at times and look at satellite radar, ridge of high pressure is bridging up the warm air mass. it is weakening as it moves across the pacific northwest but what it is doing is bringing us into the avenue night hours. it will offset our cooling and we are dealing with mostly clear skies put high clouds and the soft subtle light will help and we will be chilly but again not as chilly during recent mornings. february the storm track will be with us and the numbers are up a few degrees over what we felt on sunday. by tomorrow upper 60s and tomorrow 70s and mid-week partly cloudy skies. 62 for nevada low 60s in santa rosa and hayward 63 expected and 63 in livermore. 64 san jose and 63 in sunny veil along the penin

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they typically lead one to the northstar, otherwise known as polaris. so i thought it has a layer of theme. >> let's talk about some of the other elements in the peace. we are walking along, and there is a weather vane.

that ski resort is open from 9:00 to 9:00 and northstar will probably open on friday.plan to open, next wednesday, the day before thanks giving. you can always get up to date information along with what steve paulson says. click on the weather tab. >>> 6:41 is the time right now. an indiana neighborhood is still in shock following a major explosion over the weekend. . >>> we have the unanswered questions of how long people will be out of their home. >>> live in santa rosa where police are trying to solve a homicide and they are telling homeless women to remain on alert in the meantime. >>> and we have some spots that are crowded but most spots are doing well. . >>> right now at 6:45, live pictures, there may be a positive development at knob hill food stores. negotiations are due to begin between the union and management and healthcare is a major issue. >>> also a man found unconscious inside of a union city trash can was found yesterday morning. he was discovered by a woman taking out her trash. union city police continue to investigate. >>> and two people very lucky

here's a view from a few moments ago at northstar.n up to the top. all the snow they continue to make with cold temperatures, skiers and boarders will be able to hit northstar and several other resorts that are opening up now for the holiday season. opening many of them for the first time today. >>> let's go on to bay area weather right now. watching the sierra as well. hoping for more snow soon. let's get an update on the forecast. >> we're going to start off by taking this look at the san mateo bridge. you can see plenty of sunshine out there. it's been a gorgeous start to your thanksgiving morning. it was pretty chilly in a lot of places, starting out in the 30s. everyone is warming up now, getting to the 60s this afternoon. it's going to be clear and cool in to the evening as well. taking a look at where temperatures are sitting, mid 50s out the door in san francisco. 54 in oakland. 54 in san carlos as well. 53 degrees currently through the livermore valley. as we set the clock to 2:00, widespread 60s indicated by the green on you

northstar and kirkwood are opening also today.he latest weather conditions and snow reports, you can head to the weather section of our website www.ktvu.com. >>> and new details about that plane crash which went right into a house in mississippi, where those passengers were headed, it is a sad and ironic story. >>> the man accused of killing sierra lemar is facing new charges this morning. we are live in morgan hill and we will have more about sheets new alleged violent crimes. >> we have more on the rest of your morning commute and the bay area weather. stay tuned for more. . >>> welcome back good morning to you. here is a look at some of the top stories we are following at 6:45. president barack obama is about to make comments about the sex scandal that led to the resignation of general david petraeus. it is beginning at 10:30 this morning. >>> and pg&e trying to finish repairs at san francisco city hall in just about 90 minutes, a third repair crew came through and they had a fire explosion an electrical repair during the night

flickers of progress that we have seen must not be extingu h extinguished, but must become a shining northstaror all this nation's people. and your success in that effort is important to the united states, as well as to me. each though we come from different places, we share common dreams to choose our leaders, to live together in peace, to get an education and make a good living. to love our families and our communities. that's why freedom is not an abstract idea. freedom is the very thing that makes human progress possible. not just at the ballot box but in our daily lives. one of our greatest presidents in the united states, franklin roosevelt, understood this truth. he defined america's cause as more than the right to cast a ballot. he understood democracy was not just voting. he called upon the world to embrace four fundamental freedoms. freedom of speech. freedom of worship. freedom from want. and freedom from fear. these four freedoms reenforce one another. and you cannot fully realize one without realizing them all. so that's the future that we seek for ourselves and for all people. an

heavenly opens tomorrow and so does its sister resort, northstar. kirkwood and squaw valley open on friday and next week mt. rose and sierra at tahoe. >>> a retired marine corps major is now in charge of california state parks. that announcement by the governor today. major general anthony jackson has worked with state and federal officials on renewable energy, state parks and fire suppression. he will take over after state investigators found park administrators had hidden more than $50 million. jackson will earn just more than $150,000 annually as the park's director. >>> let's bring in our chief meteorologist jeff ranieri. yesterday at the safeway across from at&t park. today at the safeway in san jose. >> and a cheer squad. >> we've got a lot going on back behind me. you can hear them doing their cheer. it's all about stopping hunger here tonight and for the next couple of weeks here. as we partner up with safeway and our annual holiday food drive. you can come out to your local safeway store. you can see our lovely maulings are holding these ba

significant snowfall this weekend for northstar currently with a 27" base. numbers are going up with all that snow coming down. we'll be right back. a soap opera...today's epise features alex smith's reactn to being benched. " " >>> the quarterback controversy has officially become a soap opera. today's episode features alex smith's reaction to being benched. ♪ [ music ] [ soap opera music ] >> i mean, it sucks, yeah. i don't know what else to say. state your case, feel like i have done that. you know, feel like the only thing did to lose my job is get a concussion. it was such a great group of guys in the locker room something special. tough pill to swallow for sure. ♪ [ music ] >> well, far less drama with the best pass rusher in football. alden smith was named the nfc's defensive player of the month pile up nine sacks in november he needed six more to break the record of the most in a season. the only guy happier than aldon is the defensive coordinator. how good can he be? >> like i have said to him many times as long as he stays hungry and humble, and do

northstar 7" of new snow. we'll have more on your local weather coming up next. ,,,, ,,,, welcome se my lcret d you are?air.an your worst nightmare mr. box. since you foolishly brought back your bonus jack! i have copied your two pure beef patties, lettuce, melting cheese, pickles, and middle bun, plus fries and a drink for $4.49. and now you will tell me what is in your secret sauce!! uh, i think i know. "we all know," "pretty obvious." you couldn't tell me when i handed out the wiener-dog lasers!?! >>> stormy weather in the bay area, high winds and rain now making its way into san jose. and there's plenty more to come. we'll talk about that coming up. >> we have a lot of brim wind advisories in effect, flooding, downed trees, traffic alerts one in pleasanton blocking all lanes of westbound 580. much more on the busy morning drive coming up. >>> a nail-biter at the coliseum in oakland with the warriors at home against denver. >> they within by this much. it went down it the last seconds. game. the nuggets dow

northstar 7" of new snow and plenty more to come. more on your weather when we come back. ♪ [ engine revs ] ♪ ♪ [ male announcer ] the mercedes-benz winter event is back, with the perfect vehicle that's just right for you, no matter which list you're on. [ santa ] ho, ho, ho, ho! [ male announcer ] lease a 2013 c250 for $349 a month at your local mercedes-benz dealer. >>> hi-def doppler showing a major storm sliding through the bay area right now. heavier rainfall in parts of the south and east bay. be prepared. you could see some flooding on the roads. >>> it is just not doing good things for the morning commute. chp just checked, covering about 80 different incidents all across the bay area including the lights are out right now along the bay bridge. we have wind advisories in effect for many of our bay area bridges. and an accident actually in that milpitas camera on 880. traffic alerts still blocking all lanes in livermore. we'll break it all down for you plus get a check of mass transit. in the meantime, back to you guys. >> a l

northstar reporting 20 inches at the summit, kirkwood 15 inches of fresh powder, squaw valley about a foot and sierra at tahoe about 10 inches of snowfall just over the past couple of days. >>> we'll take the snow in the sierra but what about here in the bay area? continuing our weather coverage with marla tellez. she's live at university avenue near highway 101 in palo alto. earlier it was really coming down. you don't have your umbrella right now. how are you doing? >> reporter: yeah, i just dropped the umbrella. it's right here in case the rain picks up again. yeah, it's raining but it's not terrible right now. it's been on and off the last couple hours out here but pretty steady for the last hour or so. i just hung up the phone with chp officer and he was blunt when i asked him about the morning commute. he said it is a mess. the phones for chp are lighting up this morning. he says they are getting calls for flooding on the roadways. many traffic accidents. but mainly minor, nothing major as far as the peninsula is concerned. he says the morning commute looks pretty good consideri

you can see the storm pushing up over the east and as we mentioned there is anywhere from 9 to 15, northstareavily, broil, looking good. take a look to the north and west. that storm remains and we have over the last 24 hours and three inches over the santa cruz mountains over the bay area weather. and it is a chilly start, i have lower 40s over it, there is your e-tensed forecast dark extended forecast, dry cool sunday and monday and we will dry out in time for the afternoon travel day and thanksgiving is good with sun and clouds. >>> they are asking you to think about others when you go to the grocery store this week. volunteers will be taking donations of turkeys and canned goods. they are hoping to bring in more than 1,000 turkeys. they are doe located inarily places. >>> more than 900. >>> and in several businesses why nearby merchants say they are still feeling the affects. [ female announcer ] this is the story of joycelin... [ joycelin ] it was a typical morning. i was getting ready for work, and then i got this horrible headache, and then i blacked out. [ female announcer ] ...who t

heavenly opens today and so does northstar. kirkwood and squaw valley open next week.aybe 2 to 3 feet above 7,000 feet. plenty of 70s across the bay area. we will cool off a touch into thursday and the rain moves in thursday night. heavy rain on friday. colder system sunday into monday. hope you have a great day. [ laughter ] [ girl ] wow, you guys have it easy. i wish i had u-verse when i was your age. in my day, we didn't have these fancy wireless receivers. blah blah blah. if i had a sleepover, i couldn't just move the tv into the playroom. no. we had to watch movies in the den because that's where the tv outlet was. and if dad was snoring on the couch, we muscled through it. is she for real? your generation has it made. [ male announcer ] the wireless receiver only from at&t u-verse. get a free wireless receiver with a qualifying u-verse plan. rethink possible. >>> back now with more of "today" on this wednesday, november 14th, 2012 and a bit of a chilly morning here in rockefeller plaza and that means only one thing. the holidays are a-coming and it's official. >>