, but to make the spca campus safer for employees, visitors and the animals.om vacar, ktvu fox 2 news. >>> our time now 4:45. want to remind you that our annual run warm coat collection drive is well underway, continues this morning. and we are encouraging you, donate a new or gently used coat, a sweater or other winter items at several drop-off locations all over the bay area. you can donate at bay street in emeryville, santana row in san jose and at walnut creek on ice. you can also donate clothing at participating u.p.s. and big o tire stores. >>> and it's about 15 minutes before the 5:00 hour and that's when traffic and the commutes start to heat up out there, right, sal? >> that's right. it's beginning to pick up and you can see traffic is going to be busy. as a matter of fact, as i look around, the slowest traffic is the altamont pass, westbound 580, as you drive on 205 and 580. it is going to be slow, which is not unusual but once you get to livermore, it looks pretty good. let's go this way. not up there. traffic is moving along relatively well. if you

lucas and dom pennsylvania spca.y named, snowflake, beautiful cat, rescued by pennsylvania spca humane law enforcement in november of this year, we do such great work because we're the ones that help these animals out of horrendous situations. this girl is super sweet she warms up quickly, she will be just a great pet for everybody then you know i'm extraordinarily dog friendly we have a two-year old hound mix penny, healthy, energetic, incredibly smart girl, she likes nothing more than to stretch her legs in the park and she's a perfect dog for also curling up, watching a movie, where these dogs, they love their exercise. >> what are you doing friday night. 4:30 to 7:00. >> i have a feeling i can do something with the spca. >> i think you can go to this event a wonderful one, this phenomenal, flyers, three and zero roll, this is another roll, this is shayne gostisbehere and he is a huge animal lover. he will be at this event at punch line and that is in fishtown on laurel, so go there 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. and look at h

but to make the spca campus safer for employees, visitors and the animals. tom vacar, ktvu fox 2 news. >>> coming up new questions about text messages sent by an fbi official who worked on the trump russia investigation. the new developments from a federal courtroom. >> plus, how target hoping to take on amazon with its brand- new $550 million acquisition. jack: why am i sitting here at jack: this ridiculously long table in the middle of nowhere? jack: to invite all my friends in the industry to try this. jack: fast food's first ever ribeye burger. jack: made with 100% ribeye beef, grilled onions, a red wine glaze and creamy havarti cheese. jack: ahh, here comes the competition now. jack: and of course, since they work for my competitors, i've obscured their identities jack: except for this guy. jack: he is so screwed. jack: try my new havarti & grilled onion and all-american ribeye burgers. >>> an immigrant appeared before a federal judge today by video from a hospital room. akayed ullah will remain detained. he is accused of setting off an explosive strapp

this is the medical care unit at the east bay spca in oakland where the sick and injured animals arehen they arrive. most like tetly here will stay just a few weeks but a dog named carrie had injuries so serious her stay was seven months.when she was brought in we guessed that she was probably hit by a car, she had abrasions all over her face, she was limping or her back leg i believe and she could hardly open her eyes she was so cut up.there were moments when we weren't sure she could keep both of her eyes, there was talk about surgery and whether or not we would have to remove one of them.it was really sad, when she first came in it was pretty awful she was in really bad condition.this is carrie since she has found a new home. she loves to play, she really loves to snuggle, she's just a super loving dog.jane kissler and her husband looked for more than a year to find a dog that would be compatible with their great dane. they were not deterred by carrie's medical history.we didn't care just because it was such a good fit for us and we'd been looking for so long for someone just abou

but to make the spca campus safer for employees, visitors and the animals.ktvu fox 2 news. >>> an administrator at uc- davis has leveled charges of sexual assault and rape against the former conductor of the davis symphony orchestra. danny gray says he was 19 and a member of the symphony the person assaulted him while he was a professor at uc-davis. gray claims that holloman made unwanted sexual advances and raped him in 1987. holloman retired from the university back in 2014. the school has now banned him from teaching on campus. >> when we heard from mr. gray about this situation, we took immediate steps. >> holloman denies the allegations but made a statement: statement: >>> just google it. a simple phrase we all use often. coming up next, a list of the top google searches of the year. get a free pecan or pumpkin pie with every $20 order from dennys.com. you can eat it wherever you want, even if you are in someone else's house... santa. enter promo code, freepie, on your next order at dennys.com >>> a rare find at a placer county homes county homeless enc

he been abandoned at pennsylvania spca shelter in danville, and he had been at pennsylvania spca for in one took him, he did have some lumps and bumps and he was older so that sort offset him up for a dog that would be staying at the shelter for a while. here's a picture of when i adopted him at the shelter, there we are, and he has been absolutely phenomenal. he had a couple of little lumps and bumps taken off which is never fun for anybody , but, he is doing just great. what i wanted to bring up today because every time, and he works wonderfully with marvin and loves my grandson, ben. ben loves him. so, to find a wonderful dog, and that is why sometimes older pets you really get an idea who that animal is because they are older. they have got a chance to, show their personality. also, i got him a harness because i realized this dog pulls when he walks. i don't want to chock him or stopping him and backing up. he is loose so i have to harness or a gentle leader head collar for any dog thaw have because that will make it easier to take them for walks. if you want to get down that is

in gilroy rob fladeboe kron 4 news the spca is using a the spca is using a autonomous robot to guardco mission campus. they are using the robot to combat break-ins and crime associated with the nearby homeless encampment. they were using it to patrol the streets around the campus until the city gave a cease and desist notice asking them to keep the bot off the public right of way. (steve) taking a live look outside...at the bay bridge... you can see heavy traffic here...(catherine) chief meteorologist brittney shipp joins us now with another look at the four zone forecast... chief meteorologist brittney shipp joins us now with another look at the four zone forecast... thursday...the quiet weather pattern continues across the san francisco bay area and central california coast this afternoon. an upper level ridge remains parked over the west coast, bringing plentiful sunshine and above normal afternoon highs region-wide. visible satellite imagery does show areas of smoke aloft over the central coast this afternoon as winds between 850 and 700 mb (approx 5,000 to 10,000 ft msl) have a

remember that security robot at the san francisco spca that was patrolling? it's gone. the plug on the trial program because people accused the robot of being used to get rid of the homeless. the 400-pound robot uses cameras, gps, microphones, and license plate recognition software to fight crime. the spca says burglaries, car break-ins, and vandalisms went down a lot when the robot was on the job. >>> scientists are working on a robotic cat with artificial intelligence to help senior citizens. they are working on a $1 million grant from the national science foundation to find ways to use artificial intelligence in the joy for all robotic cat. there it is. it's been on the market for two years. it's designed to comfort and also bring companionship to the elderly. the partnership is aimed at developing extra capabilities to help senior citizens with simple jobs in the future. >>> sfo is offering something new to drivers in hopes of making it easier for passenger dropoff and pick up. short term garages are free for stays of 30 minutes or less. the idea is to reduce conges

to some....the egg like orb seemed cute...to others, onimous.the spca called it k-9 and at first used patrol it's entire campus on 16th and alabama. but the city hit them with a cease and desist letter, after which the bot stuck to the parking lot. the 3 month pilot project was launched because the non profit said the car break ins, needles and scary encounters associated the numerous homeless encampments in their area had gotten so bad that they were losing staff, and their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy. but then k-9 because a crime victim.... someone pushed it over, and smeared bbq sauce on it's sensors and put a tarp over it....the spca says after news stories of the crime fighting robot went viral,they've received hundreds of messages inciting violence and vandalism to their facility, encouraging people to take retrobution. they've had two acts of vandalism here at their campus last week that they believe is related.those working or visiting the animal hospital and shelter say they don't understand the outrage. again i never saw the robot i

but the spca nursed her back to health. this is cranberry today. the spca threw the party last night in university city. >>> let's talk about the weather right on queue as winter starts today. >> freezing. >> i've got countdown clock over there. but treated like it's winter already, but certainly feels like it this morning. we felt that cold wind in bethlehem yesterday morning. the wind has died down but it's cold on its own. this is a view from the studios. a few scattered clouds this morning but no sign of wet weather, just plain old cold. the temperature and the windchill, this is boast for each location. mount pocono 24 degrees. feels like 14 degrees this morning. the actual temperature the 32. most of the temperatures are in the 20s this morning. you can see the clouds that are sbinging through the area this morning. these are thin clouds. no wet weather today, but that's going to change as we head into the weekend. look at the snow into the dakotas and look to the south too. there's moisz chur that aren't started to come together yet that wil

they called the spca.>> these bats are nocturnal. they were sleeping and being accidentally disturbed. they started sliding down the side of the house and falling on the ground.>> they were taken to the spca where they were given oxygen and evaluated. they were returned to their nesting spot unharmed. the homeowner said they are fine with them being there because they are good at pollinating flowers and eating insects.>>> a sheriff deputy is getting attention for offering a helping hand to a homeless man. that deputy who happens to be the brother of congressman -- eric's wall well went above and beyond to help him get a new id cards.>> i need somebody to help me out. i have nobody to help me.>> reporter: mike myers is 67 and homeless.>> this is why i am panhandling.>> reporter: he is disabled and in pain because of a car crash.>> every day he begs for change near this freeway on ramp in hayward. alameda county sheriff deputy jacob's wall well warned her many times about panhandling.>> he would say move on you cannot do that here.>> r

came to the pennsylvania spca from another shelter and meets his family. i love orange cats. thanks to the pennsylvania spca, very handsome. you know i love dogs and we have got this dog full height so unlike dominic who got a dog that was a puppy and became really big, three-year old pity mix pulled from the city shelter and sweetest dog that you could possibly ever get. >>> how did you guys do your dna testing. >> so, we did, it was a swamp test they did him two swabs and saliva, and right in the cheek. >> ten seconds no longer and results came in two weeks and they showed us, they break it down with personalities and experience. >> they have been accurate. >> very accurate. >> they run for $80 for these cheek swaps for $200 and you can see genetic problems that your dog may be susceptible too. something to check out, we love them anyway, so whatever they are. >> help you take care of him better. >> that is for sure. >> remember you can adopt any pet at spca erie avenue headquarters 350 erie avenue. carroll, dom, thanks very much >> he's ready to be done. >> merry christmas

(grant) the san francisco spca is testing out a security robot as a way to combat crime and vandalismkron4's maureen kelly reports that the device is getting a lot of attention and appears to be making a difference. it looks something like an egg laid by a futuristic dinorsaur it's an autonomous security robotessentially a robo rent a cop.that now patrols the parking lot of the spca. humans are giving it more attention than the dogs are. it's interestingamazing. this world. what can i say?the bot has several different sensors to help it detect all times of potential trouble.it senses a smoke or he'd like there's a fire in the fire company if it's if it's recording someone breaking into a car also can call the police or alert our security of the company or as well as our it departmentwatch how it moves around my tripod in it's path.and when it's batteries are getting low, it knows how to park itself on it's docking station.the sf spca has named this one k-9 and plastered it with decays of dogs and cats. while it's cute and a bit of a selfie magnetit costs the non profit 6 bucks and hou

spca covers 23 counties.rs to be consistent with a case of abuse they send them to us. the officers have seen horrible indicates of a abuse and amazing rescue stories. >> we had a case where we went in on the animal died on its way back to the shelter. >> cat grande smith is happy and healthy. we never know what the next day is going to bring us. >> reporter: officers saved thousand of lives and it's because of donations. >> it's a number of small donations that continue to support the work. >> reporter: lance is a super friendly pitbull mix pulled from the city's shelter. >> he has a great energy level he is a wonderful guy. >> this pup is dubbed make mup. because it looks like a muppet. he can shy at first, but super sweet. >> we think he was dragged by a car. he enter the shelter hospital and recovered. jack rabbit is a 6-year-old mix breed rescue from a high intake shelter. >>> this beautiful girl is callie she is 2 years old an owner surrender. she is calm and sweet. she would be great in any home. if yo

the spca rescued a colony of bats. they were found by workers at a home in menlo park.hey found 83 mexican free tailed bats nesting behind a loose panel of the house. the bats actually fell to the ground while the crew was power washing the house. the workers then called the spca. >> these bats are nocturnal so they were basically sleeping and they were being accidentally disturbed by these workers and the bats started sliding down the side of the house and falling on the ground. >> so they were asleep. the bats were taken to the spca, they were given oxygen, they were checked out and then they were taken back to their nests unharmed. the homeowner said they are fine with the bats being there because they are good at pollinating flowers and also they eat insects. >>> time 4:56. happening today the city of san francisco is helping people recycle those christmas trees. there will be a large wood chipper right in front of civic center plaza where you can drop off christmas trees and starting on january 2nd you can leave christmas trees on the curbside to be picked up throu

to some....the egg like orb seemed cute...to others, onimous.the spca called it k-9 and at first usedcampus on 16th and alabama. but the city hit them with a cease and desist letter, after which the bot stuck to the parking lot. the 3 month pilot project was launched because the non profit said the car break ins, needles and scary encounters associated the numerous homeless encampments in their area had gotten so bad that they were losing staff, and their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy. but then k-9 because a crime victim.... someone pushed it over, and smeared bbq sauce on it's sensors and put a tarp over it....the spca says after news stories of the crime fighting robot went viral,they've received hundreds of messages inciting violence and vandalism to their facility, encouraging people to take retrobution. they've had two acts of vandalism here at their campus last week that they believe is related.those working or visiting the animal hospital and shelter say they don't understand the outrage. again i never saw the robot is a threat i thought

lets go in. >> reporter: snuggle with him he is up for adoption at pennsylvania spca, pennsylvania spcas to hear from the public. if you suspect a dog is in danger by being kept outside in the cold. >> we rely on the public for these types of things. if you see something, say something, if you see something, call us, let us know, whether we go out or we divert to you act philadelphia , someone will come make sure animals are being kept safe, warm, during this really frigid time. >> reporter: john mcdevitt for kyw news radio for cbs-3 "eyewitness news". >>> you know, our dog fin, she takes her time. she finds the dog invigorating all right, let's wrap this up. >> yes. >> take her home, and keep her warm, too. >> yes. >> we won't do beauties but he will do sweat shirt or jacket, and his eagles jersey, he loves wearing that. >> yes. >> he will be wearing that this weekend. the week is setting up a very chilly start to 218 heading our way plus we are talking about a chance for snow in the forecast. let me take you to a live look at the city courtesy of our live neighborhood network cameras

to some....the egg like orb seemed cute...to others, onimous.the spca called it k-9 and at first usedentire campus on 16th and alabama. but the city hit them with a cease and desist letter, after which the bot stuck to the parking lot. the 3 month pilot project was launched because the non profit said the car break ins, needles and scary encounters associated the numerous homeless encampments in their area had gotten so bad that they were losing staff, and their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy. but then k-9 because a crime victim.... someone pushed it over, and smeared bbq sauce on it's sensors and put a tarp over it....the spca says after news stories of the crime fighting robot went viral,they've received hundreds of messages inciting violence and vandalism to their facility, encouraging people to take retrobution. they've had two acts of vandalism here at their campus last week that they believe is related.those working or visiting the animal hospital and shelter say they don't understand the outrage. again i never saw the robot is a threat i

the spca denies those allegation.00 pound robot uses cameras, gps, microphones, and license plate recognition software to fight crime the spca say the burglaries and auto break-ins and vandalism were greatly reduced when that robot was on the job. >>> a high school football team from oakland on the champs and again. >> we worked harder and did it again. >> they sure there. they won the championship of the weekend. these pictures are from the celebration last year. >>> bill martin is tracking your bay area forecast. there is a lot of people getting ready to head out for the holiday. [ music ] [ music ] >>> the football team in the klamath high school has celebrated. the war is capped off with an undefeated sis -- season. >> they return to school after winning the title this week and. >> oaklands high school football team hits champion again. they carried their trophies to prove it. >> [ cheering ] >> the wind kept a perfect 4.0 record. no one has ever done that before. >> everybody thought it was like a fluke. we just

to some....the egg like orb seemed cute...to others, onimous.the spca called it k-9 and at first useds entire campus on 16th and alabama. but the city hit them with a cease and desist letter, after which the bot stuck to the parking lot. the 3 month pilot project was launched because the non profit said the car break ins, needles and scary encounters associated the numerous homeless encampments in their area had gotten so bad that they were losing staff, and their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy. but then k-9 because a crime victim.... someone pushed it over, and smeared bbq sauce on it's sensors and put a tarp over it....the spca says after news stories of the crime fighting robot went viral,they've received hundreds of messages inciting violence and vandalism to their facility, encouraging people to take retrobution. they've had two acts of vandalism here at their campus last week that they believe is related.those working or visiting the animal hospital and shelter say they don't understand the outrage. again i never saw the robot is a threat

dave, you were hanging out tonight with a pennsylvania spca officer charged with up holding that newaw and saving pets from the frigid cold. >> reporter: that's right. he has a very very big job and he does it with pride. and what we found tonight is that pet owners, well, they're taking notice of this new law, too. >> we do our best to keep her bundled up just like i am. it's really cold out here. trying make her do her business and get back inside. >> reporter: casey is taking extra care of his dog stella since temperatures are below freezing to night and he hates thinking about pets that get left behind in these conditions. >> it's a tragedy hearing stuff like that. you just want to make sure, you know, your dogs are kept warm like your familiarly. >> hundreds of calls come in. not just calls but e-mails. >> reporter: pennsylvania spca officer wayne smith is one of a few cops enforcing the law and drives to those calls look to go rescue vanned pooches. >> unthe new law you can be arrested without having the adequate doghouse, potable water meaning that water has to be, n dog has t

the spca says they're reviewing security procedures. >>> the wheel is spinning in a.c. the steel pier's long-await observation wheel opened to the public yesterday. the result of a $14 million renovation plan. the wheel is the third largest on the east coast, soaring more than 200 feet in the air. it also features heated gondolas. >> the view is amazing. >> we think this is the beacon to bring everybody to see what's happening. >> the wheel opens at noon. from now to sunday, weather permitting. because temperatures will be so low, it could keep the wheel from actuallying r inrunning to. >>> if you're warming up the car, layer out when you're heading out. we'll check the roads including 95. >> pamela osborne looking at traffic conditions this morning. >> yeah. that's going to be the hardest part. it's cold outside. this is the camera at 95 and girard. you see the volume is beginning to pick up now. i'm not seeing any problems out there to speak of so far. everything's running smoothly. if you're traveling 95 in delaware, take a look at this. if you're headed northbound t

an autonomous security robotessentially a robo rent a cop.that now patrols the parking lot of the spcahumans are giving it more attention than the dogs are. it's interestingamazing. this world. what can i say?the bot has several different sensors to help it detect all times of potential trouble.it senses a smoke or he'd like there's a fire in the fire company if it's if it's recording someone breaking into a car also can call the police or alert our security of the company or as well as our it departmentwatch how it moves around my tripod in it's path.and when it's batteries are getting low, it knows how to park itself on it's docking station.the sf spca has named this one k-9 and plastered it with decays of dogs and cats. while it's cute and a bit of a selfie magnetit costs the non profit 6 bucks and hour and works around the clock. the non profit's president says they are trying this .because the situtation with the homeless encampments and crime associated with them had gotten so bad that their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy.we had a lot of su

. >>> a guard on patrol outside san francisco's spca shelter. >> the construction project under way to make getting across highway 101 a lot safer. >> and showing how an armed robber pulled off a vegas heist. but first this morning's" tech bites." >>> in today's "tech bites" the apple watch accessory that can snap into a band and when paired with an app can detect abnormalities, a quick ekg read that go can be sent to a doctor. general motors has started a countdown to taxis. >> gm says they could hit the streets of several cities in 2019. the robot taxis would not have backup drivers. they should cost about $1.50 per mile. at&t has compiled a list of the top why do google questions by state. in louisiana the top question people ask google is why do people yawn? >> and in washington, d.c., my home, the top search is why do i sweat so much? not me, kenneth. and in arizona people are googling why do people lie? >> why do you sweat so >>> good morning. a live look outside future tower camera, great visibility, clear skies, cool temperatures starting off the first day of december. pretty t

to the residents. >> reporter: today together the students and spca teamed up collecting admission to pet and adopt pupys. the line was out the door. the night of the fire the residents jumped into action. since then the fund raising has been steady. today the need is specific. >> a lot of the residents lost dentures, hearing aids, glasses in the fire and they didn't have funds to replace that. >> reporter: both the spca and the students say the fundraisers will continue. for now reporting live in west chester, annie mccormick, channel 6 action news. >> thank you, annie. al franken announced he is resigning from the senate but he made it clear it's not by choice. he told his colleagues that some of the allegations are false, others he does remember differently. franken added that being a senator has been the great honor of his life. >> but this decision is not about me. it's about the people of minnesota. it's become clear that i can't both pursue the ethics committee process and at the same time remain an effective senator for them. >> reporter: senator franken's decision is sending

the spca denies it.obot called canine uses cameras, gps, microphones, and license plate recognition software. burglaries, car vandalism, went down. >>> scientists want to use artificial intelligence to make robotic dogs and cats good companions for seniors with dementia. they are working on a grant from the national science foundation, adding artificial intelligence to the joy for all toys. the goal is to help senior citizens remember what they might forget like when to take medicine or where they put their eye glasses. >>> this travel season, san francisco is offering something new to drivers in hopes of making it easier for passenger dropoff and pick up. the airport has garages good for stays of 30 minutes or less. the idea is to reduce congestion. they are available in the domestic parking garage and both international parking garages. >>> certain window seats on aircraft don't have windows. certain seats don't have a window because of the air- conditioning system. to avoid seat 9 a on the boeing 7378

in a statement the spca says they sincerly hope our robot program does not overshadow the incredibleork our staff and volunteers do to serve animal and people...all people regardless of their living circumstances.maureen kelly kron4 news (grant) san bruno police are searching for a driver in a deadly hit and run crash. the crash happened sunday morning.... on highway 35 between college drive and sharp park road in san bruno... the victim...a pedestrian... died at the scene. and police discovered that they had been hit by a car. today police released a picture of a possible suspect car. a 20-04 to 20-07 black saab 9-3. investigators say the car would have damage to the front passenger side..including damage to the bumper and passenger side mirror. (vicki) a san francisco store owner.... was sentenced today to three years of probation after she was charged with selling furs of endangered animals cicely hanson is the owner of decades of fashion... a vintage clothing store in the haight- ashbury district. she was initially charged in march with nine counts .. after state fish and wildlif

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an autonomous security robotessentially a robo rent a cop.that now patrols the parking lot of the spca. humans are giving it more attention than the dogs are. it's interestingamazing. this world. what can i say?the bot has several different sensors to help it detect all times of potential trouble.it senses a smoke or he'd like there's a fire in the fire company if it's if it's recording someone breaking into a car also can call the police or alert our security of the company or as well as our it departmentwatch how it moves around my tripod in it's path.and when it's batteries are getting low, it knows how to park itself on it's docking station.the sf spca has named this one k-9 and plastered it with decays of dogs and cats. while it's cute and a bit of a selfie magnetit costs the non profit 6 bucks and hour and works around the clock. the non profit's president says they are trying this .because the situtation with the homeless encampments and crime associated with them had gotten so bad that their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy.we had a lot of

someone stole him on christmas eve from the spca's eatontown location. he has a microchip and is reported as stolen. >>> ohearts. >> holiday music by the ministry who served homes and families in need. every child got a gift and the adults got scarves, hats and coats to help them stay warm this winter. >> want to make sure that people get joy that they would not normally have if a place like chosen 300 was not here. >> throughout the year the organization provides hunger relief to dozens of churches and community groups and helps feed the needy ineign >>> 4:06. cold temperatures inviting winds didn't keep eveinside for chri looks. we found people roasting marshmallows at winter fest. if you haven't been there, we found a fam oneins tole c are youwarm? >> a nng >> a chimney here? >> yes! >> that's a pretty good crowd as the lawrence packed the cabin. they tell us the scenery made it the perfect place to open gifts and enjoy the holiday. bundled up or not, they were having fun. >> they got creative with the cold and holiday. >>> let's see what the rest of

an autonomous security robotessentially a robo rent a cop.that now patrols the parking lot of the spcastingamazing. this world. what can i say?the bot has several different sensors to help it detect all times of potential trouble.it senses a smoke or he'd like there's a fire in the fire company if it's if it's recording someone breaking into a car also can call the police or alert our security of the company or as well as our it departmentwatch how it moves around my tripod in it's path.and when it's batteries are getting low, it knows how to park itself on it's docking station.the sf spca has named this one k-9 and plastered it with decays of dogs and cats. while it's cute and a bit of a selfie magnetit costs the non profit 6 bucks and hour and works around the clock. the non profit's president says they are trying this .because the situtation with the homeless encampments and crime associated with them had gotten so bad that their volunteers couldn't even walk the dogs for adoption around the facitiy.we had a lot of super scary events, we had a number of interactions that could've tu

. >>> coming up, a robot in front of san francisco's spca is getting a lot of attention and criticismhe spca says the device has done to cut down on crime and why critics believe it's not its real purpose. >>> the federal reserve showing confidence in the economy by raising its benchmark interest rate for the third time this year. the fed is raising the short- term rate by a modest quarter point from 1.25 to 1.5%. this could mean higher loan rates for consumers and businesses. it also gives slightly better returns for savings. >>> the city of mountain view has approved a massive redevelopment plan that calls for increasing its housing stock by about 30%. google, microsoft and linkedin already call the north bayshore area home and now thousands of new residents will too. it will include retail, entertainment and nearly 10,000 new units of higher density housing. about 20% of which will be designated as affordable. some neighbors are worried about congestion. >> traffic, traffic, lots of traffic, it's just going to be worse and worse. >> this is not good. i'm not happy at all. i think i

this moment. [ applause ] their chance to shop for and adopt a dog or cat at the brandywine valley spca mega adoption 'vent at the 23 street armory. >> we got out 2 a.m. >> 2 a.m. >> yes. >> you've been out freezing all night. >> yes. >> a small sacrifice to hopefully be one of the first to call dibs on dog of her choice. >> describe the kind of dog you're looking for, something small or. >> something small, something i can dress up with bows. >> when we come in, in the morning and see folks gotten here at 4, 5 a.m. to come and save a life it's inspirational. it reminds us this is why we do the the work. >> linda it erelli says this is their third mega adoption event feet touring more that 1,000 dogs and cats from the across the country. >> this is first of its kind in this area and really even in the north east. and our sponsor petco foundation has been behind this as part of the no kill movement in shelterring. >> she's very calm and nice. >> jose mar teens was the first to adopt day 2 of event. >> she was first cage i saw i went over to her and she came up and licked my hand and that

officials with the spca say they've never been hit by criminals before, and they can't believe someone walked in and stole the pomeranian named tub-tub. everyone is upset. >> i didn't have a good christmas because the dog was stolen. >> heartbroken over the situation. instead of looking for other things, this was my only plan -- i felt like a dog would be enough. >> i hope that somebody does the right thing and returns the dog. >> we do, too. the shelter's offering a $500 reward. the dog is microchipped. the spca says they are reviewing security procedures. >>> a berks county post office remains closed following a christmas day fire. pictures show the damage at the hereford post office. carriers will still deliver mail to people and businesses in the area. but anyone with a p.o. box can pick up mail at the post office in nearby pom. >>> this morning, we're hearing from a utah sheriff's sergeant who saved a young boy after he fell in an icy pond on christmas day. he refuses to be labeled a hero. here's what happened -- 8-year-old chasing his dog across the pond, the ice gives way, he go

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flyers are doing so well, we have a way for to you support one of the players, and the pennsylvania spca, shane is hosting a holiday yappy hour, at punch line philly tonight, starts 430, general admission, 25 bucks appetizers, gift bag, opportunity to mean shane. our own meisha johnson and pat gallen are expected to be, there as well, so we hope you can support our friends at the pennsylvania spca. >> star wars last jed eye played in theatres but some local fans could not wait. "eyewitness news" at the river view plaza theatre in south philly last night. where some lucky movie-goers were treated to early screenings of the latest film. the movie has a star studded cast including daisy ridley returns to her role as ray. >> well, still ahead on " eyewitness news" this morning : got to have a wawa? >> the company owns its largest store, but how about this? it is no where near philadelphia. yes, where this new store is, and what wawa has planned for our area. next. at college inn we craft a because every detail matters. we select all-natural chicken and flavorful herbs and spices. college inn

their chance to shop for and adopt a dog or cat at the brandywine valley spca mega adoption event athe 23rd street arm re >> what time did you get out >> 2:00 a.m. >> you've been out here freezing all night >> yes. >> reporter: a small sacrifice to hopefully be one of the first to call dibs on the dog of her choice >> something small >> when we come in and see folks could have gotten here at 4:00, 5:00 a.m. to come and save a life, it's inspirational. >> linda of the brandywine valley spca said this is their third adoption event featuring more than 1,000 dogs and cats throughout the country >> this is the first of its kind in this area and in the northeast. our sponsor has been behind us as part of the no kill movement in sheltering >> she's very calm >> jose was the first to adopt >> i went over to her and she came up and liquid my hand, and that was it. >> reporter: many people describe love at first sight >> when i saw peter walking down the street, i said that's our dog. >> reporter: now it said official. peter is their dog. peter found his forever home this holiday season. >> i

it patrols the spca campus in san francisco. there it goes. 5-foot tall, 300-pound robot uses cameras, lasers, 3d mapping, gps and microphones. there was one incident where someone attacked the robot, restrained it and put barbecue sauce on the sensors. >> say what? >> if somebody is messing with it and they are trying to keep it from moving and doing its duty, then it will begin to sound an alarm and it will send an alert back to the operation center. >> such a random crime. the spca says since the robot has been on the job, campus burglaries, car break-ins and vandalism have all been greatly reduced. >> i can believe that if that's roaming around, you know there's a camera in there. >> absolutely. >> interesting. >> i think we might see more of those around. >> right. >>> time is 5:45. let's see what sal is seeing in our commute. everybody behaving? >> well, sort of. we have a couple of things that have popped up, dave and pam. the one i told you about last time, southbound 680 in millepedes, we still have that crash, although

bolt, thank you. >> pennsylvania spca for that babe. >> i thanks, guys.s it for "eyewitness news " at 7:00. here's what weaver coming up for you at 8:00. a brand new ship joins the us navy fleet. we'll tell you why the commissioning ceremony for the uss little rock was a historic event. >> plus: the ben franklin parkway is decorated for the season. and it is all thanks to a group of art student. see what went into making these colorful banners that are now on display. >> and this is a live look outside this morning. here's your sunday forecast coming up when "eyewitness news" continues, we will be right back. >>> new this morning, police are searching for two men after they rob a convenience store with a ak47 in hand. we will tell you where this happened. >> plus: >> the eagles get ready to take on the giants, without quarterback carson wentz. but the birds may still have an advantage. we'll explain. >> will live look from skycam at place one ants in plenty meeting. we have seasonal afternoon in store, plus warm up is ahead for the work week, i like the s

the robot called k-9 patrols the spca campus in san francisco.he 5-foot tall, 300-pound robot uses cameras, laser, 3d mapping, gps and microphones. there was one incident where someone attacked the robot, restrained it and put barbecue sauce on its sensors. >> if somebody is messing with it and they are trying to keep it from moving and doing its duty, then it will begin to sound an alarm and it will send an alert back to the operation center. >> the spca says since the robot has been on the job, campus burglaries, car break- ins and vandalism have all been greatly reduced. also one note before we let you go, guess who is playing basketball tonight? that's right, the nba champion, warriors are hosting the dallas mavericks. sfx: tinny headphone music sfx: feet shuffling life can change in an instant. be covered when it does... ...with a health plan through covered california. we offer free expert help choosing the best plan for you. and all of our plans include free preventive care. financial help is available, so check for yourself to see what sa

the spca is having a special holiday happy hour.ere to tell us more, you have king with you. >> he is all decked out. he is a one-year-old pit who came there yesterday. as you can tell he is pretty awesome. i'm in love with him. >> very sweet and very affection affection affectiona affectionate. >> the reason he is wearing this scarf here is that we are having this happy hour next week at the punchline philly with shane from the philadelphia fliers. w we want to tell everybody to come out. it is a great time to have cocktails, food and support our life saving 34iing mission. >> and raise money for all of the work that the spca does. >> yes. for animals like him so we can ultimately rehome them. shane's home will be there with us. it will be a great time. we want everybody to come out. >> so this time of year as we get closer to the holidays i'm sure a lot of parents are saying i would love to have a dog for christmas, please bring home a puppy. >> yeah. we always say not to surprise anyone with an animal as a gift. if you want to gi

. >>> and spca that was on the verge evof closing will stay op. officials are working with the shelter on a financial plan to keep it afloat. cumberland and salem counties have contracts with the spca that run until the end of the year and there were concerns that neld they would not themd but they will remain open for now. >>> and 12 are homeless after this row home went nounup in flames this morning. eight adults and four kids got out, but the home is gutted. officials are still trying to figure out how it all start in the first place gloop and. >>> a tractor trailer carrying which i can even chickens lost control and a crashed. it caused power outages around t the area. >>> and what is drawing snowy owl to our neighborhoods? that story all new at 5:00. >>> and christmas tree safety. the number one issue that sparks the majority of tree fires. that is next at 5:00. get a steak. don't stop there. get it with lobster. get a steak, topped with crab cake. eat like you own the place. because tonight, you do. get it now, longhorn's turf and surf. the

the peninsula humane society and the spca were able to release them back where they belong.>> reporter: at this home a power washing crew made a discovery. behind a panel depicting st. francis -- were 83 animals. a whole colony of mexican bats. >> they are nocturnal. they were sleeping and being accidentally disturbed by the workers. they started sliding down the side of the house and falling on the ground.>> reporter: the crew called the humane society and spca. officers came and collected them and brought them to their facility. while they usually treat one or two bats a month they have never had this many before.>> to have 83 at one time come in. that is a record.>> reporter: by that point all 83 were angry about the move. otherwise they seemed unharmed.. we gave them some oxygen and warm them up. carefully evaluated every one of them. they were perfectly fine. the decision was made to return them back to where they were found.>> reporter: they are insect eaters and are 3 1/2 inches in length. a species of special concern because their habitats are dwindling. this colony had its hom

. >>> a 400-pound robot no longer patrols for the san francisco spca. claimed the robot was used to get rid of the homeless. the robot uses cameras, gps, microphones, and license meat reck nation software. the spca said that burglaries, car break-ins, and vandalism went down when the robot was on the job. >>> scientists want to use artificial intelligence to make robotic dogs and cats be good companions for senior citizens with dementia. they are working on a $1 million grant from the national science foundation. they are adding artificial intelligence to the joy for all toys. the goal is to help senior citizens remember what they might forget. things like when to take their medicine or where they put their glasses. >> that's a nice idea. >> a great idea. >>> let's check in with gas ya with a look at the next hour. >> good morning. when i join you in minutes, could apple be slowing down older devices to encourage people to buy new iphones. what happens when you replace an old phone's battery with a new battery and why you get a lot more than just longer

this is the medical care unit at the east bay spca in oakland where the sick and injured animals areed for when they arrive. most like tetly here will stay just a few weeks but a dog named carrie had injuries so serious her stay was seven months.when she was brought in we guessed that she was probably hit by a car, she had abrasions all over her face, she was limping or her back leg i believe and she could hardly open her eyes she was so cut up.there were moments when we weren't sure she could keep both of her eyes, there was talk about surgery and whether or not we would have to remove one of them.it was really sad, when she first came in it was pretty awful she was in really bad condition.this is carrie since she has found a new home. she loves to play, she really loves to snuggle, she's just a super loving dog.jane kissler and her husband looked for more than a year to find a dog that would be compatible with their great dane. they were not deterred by carrie's medical history.we didn't care just because it was such a good fit for us and we'd been looking for so long for someone j

the robot patrols the spca campus in san francisco.uses cameras, laser 3d mapping, gps and microphones. there was one incident where someone attacked the robot and tried to dismantle it. >> if somebody is messing with it and they're trying to keep it from moving and doing its duty, then it will begin to sound an aliving room and send an alert back to the operations center. >> the spca says since the robot has been on the job, crime has been great rereduced. >>> some fire victims are getting a thoughtful gift. free holiday photo shoots to those who lost their homes last october. it came from an art.com employee who had relatives whose home was destroyed in the fires. many of the families who are having portraits taken say they raced out of their homes without anything, including irreplaceable family photos. one of the photographers described the portraits that he has been taking is unreal. >> just the amount of hope that everybody has. everybody that has come through has been so positive. >> for me, more than anything i think it represe

. >>> plus, the high-tech guard on patrol outside the spca shelter. >>> we hope you're having a better start to your friday. better start to your friday. we're going to i'm worried. i have this medical bill...oll, huh? dave, you have anthem and they have people to talk to who are empowered to help any question you... is, is he okay? real people? living and breathing. hopefully not breathing like that. for all the things that keep you up at night, anthem blue cross has a solution. >>> 5:52 now. stolen and now found. a very special day in danville for some very special kids. abc 7 news was there as police officers returned a bike that was stolen from special needs students at del amigo high school. it was found wednesday in walnut creek. the bike allows students who can't ride alone to still get out and cycle. >> they go out into the community, they become a part of the fabric of the community our students have, and to get this bike back means so much to us. >> home for the holidays, what a nice present for us. >> the bike looks good but it was found in bad shape. the crew at danville's

the spca since the robot has been on the job, crime has been greatly reduced.nteresting. >> makes sense. >> yeah. >> cameras watching you. >>> do you know whose birthday it is today. >> no. >> our director jeff green. >> happy birthday. >> we brought you some of his favorites. >> an adult beverage. >> is he old enough to drink that. >> appreciate jeff's constructive criticism every day. happy birthday, jeff. i'll see you back here at noon. >>> have a great day. >> announcer: it's a happy holiday live on the "wendy williams show." ♪ feel it baby feel it now here's wendy! [ applause ] [ applause ] >> wendy: hello. thanks for watching.

the spca held the tristate area largest pet adoption in center city. more than 1,000 pets are up for adoption. this continues till tomorrow. >>> turning now to the first alert weather. roads will be refreezing tonight. any slush left over could be turning into black ice making for another slippery night as you're heading out. >> i-95, i-76, those road will be fine. a lot of christmas parties out there tonight. holiday shopping, get togethers. it's saturday night. if you want to enjoy yourself, keep this in the back of your mind. if you're walking on some of the sidewalks, some of the back roads you're driving you may encounter some of that black ice. it's not out there now but will be in several hours. something you want to note. sometimes you go from just the damp service to ice very quickly. the trend is to thaw things out. this has been a very cold weather pattern for you. you're going to get a big break by early next. temperatures well into the 50s almost spring like. this is a very interesting situation unfolding. our computer model sometimes can