And Regional Medical center demonstrators there protested against the plant closure of Maternal Health services. Also in san jose tenants took to the streets, demanding a pass on first of the month rental payments. This is part of a nationwide movement, by the way. People are calling for a rent strike in may, since the pandemic has left so many people out of work. We go now to San Francisco to a homeless woman. And is aborted took over a vacant home. They want the city to step up and provide shelter for Homeless People in the pandemic. Reporter protesters tell me there are many vacant Housing Units around the city and they should be used itself to the Homeless People off the streets right away. Reporter at noon dozens of protesters gathered on 19th street in San Franciscos castro neighborhood where two homeless women and a supporter entered an empty home to occupy it. We think this house is better used as Affordable Housing to offer protection to our homeless neighbors. Reporter protest organizers say the home has been vacant for years. They say they started reclaim sf at the beginning of april because the housing crisis was being compounded by the covid 19 pandemic. The health of one of us is dependent on the health of all of us and there 5000 people on the streets right now they dont have housing. Reporter Police Responded in force, taking up positions around the home after receiving a report about people blocking the street. Is a one person was cited for jaywalking, disobeying a lawful order and battery on a police officer. The three people who occupy the home were inside for about three hours before coming outside. They told us they were going to use a battering ram to get out peacefully. And so we reporter cooper of verona who is homeless, tells me why she decided to occupy the home. Its scary being a woman out here because we have to travel in groups sometimes. Reporter cooper lives in her rv. The city left us high and dry with no where to go. And with this pandemic that is hurting and killing and destroying peoples lives. Reporter the protesters want the city to place Homeless People in vacant hotel rooms or other housing. The Mayors Office said in part, we secured over 2700 rooms in total and just this week we opened another for hotels with 294 rooms. We are continuing to move more people into the sites every day, as we respond to this pandemic. Right now i just want all eyes on our city leaders and the mayor and see what they are going to do. Reporter cooper tells me the Police Officers and Sheriff Deputies treated her with respect. The protests ended peacefully. One of californias 58 counties was now reopened. Modoc county was the first to do so today. Modoc is a rural agricultural county in the far northeastern corner of the state. And is having a population of about 9000. Arbors there can now cut hair and restaurants can offer insight dining. The counties only Movie Theater is also allowed to reopen. So far there are no known coronavirus cases in the enstil resideor shopping. The city of vacaville served a ceaseanddesist notice to a barbershop that open last week, defying county and state orders. The owner said he had to reopen to make a living. The city says he was asked to close several times before serving the notice. If he does not comply, he could face a fine or be arrested. Around the state and the nation people are debating how quickly the economy should reopen from the covid19 shutdown. Ktvus Jana Katsuyama joins us tonight with the reopened california chant that protesters delivered at the state capital this afternoon. Reporter there were people just packed together, obviously not showing social distancing. A lot of them cleacalifornians so they might not represent the majority of the state. In sacramento, a crowd of some 1000 protesters gathered outside of the capital building, many disregarding state orders for masks in the six feet of social distancing meant to stop the coronavirus spread. We are trying to reach out to the government and make their concerns, worries, fears, anger, frustration known. Reporter not all californians agree. If social distancing is what we are supposed to be doing, the protesting is not helping us in any way. Reporter keeping social distancing in place, weather its in school or business seems like the best way forward for right now. Reporter the balance between Public Health expert stayathome orders and the economic toll increasingly is becoming partisan politics. Trump 20 25s were flying above the crowd near signs depicting democratic governor gavin newsom as hitler. Whats striking is how quickly we see really sharp partisan divisions emerge. Reporter professor Eric Strickler of uc berkeleys institute of governmental studies is a new poll published friday shows a majority of californians support a gradual lifting of stayathome orders. From supporters closely mirroring his skepticism of continued stay at home and social distancing. Supporters of President Trump are much more likely to favor ending the shutdown. Reporter the nation has seen confusion as governors, the president and even his own advisers have sent mixed messages. Chump supporters arent trustful of Scientific Evidence when it comes to covid19. We do see supporters of President Trump are less likely to say their staying at home, supportive of social distancing and a little bit less likely to endorse wearing a mask. Reporter professor sickler says in california the battle over beach closures could be one issue that goes across partisan lines. The city of Huntington Beach was in court today fighting the governors order to close Orange County beaches. In the end today the judge denied the request for an injunction, but he did set a date for may 11th for a full hearing on the issue. We moved to the story involving the beach and the shutdown in santa cruz county. The Public Health officer closing all beaches during peak hours from 11 a. M. To five p. M. After crowds gathered last weekend. Surfing or crossing the beach to surf is permitted at any time of day. However, lingering on the beach with coolers and chairs are prohibited at all times. Also anyone in a Vacation Rental or staying in an area hotel must be a First ResponderFrontline Worker or caring for someone who is ill. Glamour to violate the rule face a possible fine of 1000. And we posted a list of the Outdoor Activities that are allowed at ktvu. Com. Just look for the story on the front page. New at 11, starting monday face coverings will be required at San Jose International airport. Officials theres a scarf, bandanna or any material can be used, as long as it covers the persons nose and mouth to prevent the spread of coronavirus. There are a few limited exceptions to the requirement, including children six years old or younger, or anyone who has difficulty breathing. Almost half the deaths in california from coronavirus have happened in assisted living environments. Thats on the way push for more testing of residents and workers out those facilities. Today nurses set up a garage were employees of athome caregivers could stop in to be tested. About half of the staff signed up. Many employees who test positive will be paid during two weeks of isolation before returning to work. I feel like we are finally on the offense here, instead of reacting to outbreaks and hotspots. We are actually being proactive. L residents and staff nursing facilities to require coronavirus testing. Mayor london breed made the announcement today. Publichealth versus private property rights, a bay area couple outraged that people with second homes in lake tahoe are being treated or threatened with fines. Plus, a man accused of two violent sexual attacks 22 years ago is now out of jail and under house arrest in livermore. The concern for neighbors and why the judge approved failed. These days staying connected is more important than ever. So were working 24 7 to maintain a reliable network, to meet your growing internet needs. Were helping customers who are experiencing Financial Difficulties stay conne were increasing internet speeds for low income families in our internet essentials program. And delivering selfinstall kits to your door. Nos comprometemos a mantenerte conectado. Were committed to keeping you connected. For more information on how you can stay connected, visit xfinity. Com prepare. We are following developing news from oakland tonight were police have arrested a man suspected of shooting his neighbor today. The initial call came in just before two this afternoon and investigators responded to the corner of ney and 75th avenue. They found a man who had been shot and died at the scene. Sources told us the victim lives in the area and was shot by his nextdoor neighbor. The victim leaves behind a wife and children. The suspect is identified as 43yearold jamaal thomas. He was arrested tonight. Our sources say thomas had been previously arrested for attacking the same neighbor, but he was released on zero bail because of coronavirus concerns. Derek almena is expected to be released from jail next ,000 courts that he is vulnerable to covid19. Today a judge decided that almena can stay with his family in lake county and wear an ankle monitor. He has been held in santa rita jail for almost three years now. Is waiting to be retried on 36 charges of Involuntary Manslaughter for the deadly 2016 warehouse fire in oakland. More than 30 inmates in santa rita have tested positive for the coronavirus. A man accused of sexually assaulting two men women and the east bay two decades ago has been released because of concerns over the coronavirus. Now hes living in livermore, take a look. Reporter 61yearold gregory vn stands accused of sexually assaulting two women decades ago, but now he is a free man after his bail went from 2 1 2 Million Dollars to zero. We vehemently argued against his release and the lowering of bail to zero. Reporter he was arrested and charged last fall, 22 years after he attacked two women. Really is outrageous that we are seeing men charged with serious violent sexual assaults being released from custody at this point in time. This is not normal, this is not acceptable. Reporter for now, instead of sitting in santa rita jail in dublin vienna is on house arrest in livermore on an ankle monitor. We actually have members of our agency that has family right around the corner from this individual. Our own people are concerned. Reporter it has nothing to do with a zero bail schedule, which allows nonviolent offenders to be released because of the coronavirus. The defense cited his age and Previous Health problems as reasons he could be susceptible to covid19 behind bars. And a statement from his attorney said in light of the covid19 pandemic and his unique personal and medical circumstances, i argued that his bail should be reviewed. This was pursuant of the long standing rule that bail may be reviewed if there is a change in circumstances from when the bail was set. In my opinion covid19 is such a change. Is awaiting trial on charges that he sexually assaulted a woman in 1997. Four months later he allegedly attacked the second woman at livermore high school. Authorities say dna and genetic genealogy tied him to both attacks. Union city police were so upset by his belief that the public identified Thomas Riordan as the judge who released him. The judge did not respond to a request for comment. The defendant has pleaded not guilty. Is custody status will be revisited next month. First responders saying things. See the display of appreciation outside to bay area hospitals as firefighter honor Healthcare Workers. Plus a bay area couple feeling threatened by the publichealth order. They say they should be able to visit their second home in lake tahoe without facing a fine. And in bay area weather possibly increasing this weekend. Dad, im scared. Its only human to care for those we love. And also help light their way. Its why last year chevron invested over 10 billion to bring affordable, reliable, ever cleaner energy to america. Across america, Business Owners are figuring things out. Finding new ways to serve customers. Connect employees. And work with partners. Comcast business is right there with you. With a network that helps give you speed, reliability and security. And enough bandwidth to handle all your connected devices. Voice Solutions Like remote Call Forwarding and readable voicemail. And safe, convenient installation. When every connection counts, you can count on us. Get the connectivity your business needs. Call today. Comcast business. On monday construction resumes and most bay area there will be strict guidelines. Additional safety protocols include strict social distancing and hygiene guidelines. Trade groups telus they are considering strategies for workers to be in compliance, including staggered start times. Job size will also need additional oversight, including a covid19 specific safety monitor. The reality is that with the counties have adopted are real ways to do metrics and measure jobsite safety and be able to come back and enforce the rules and regulations on those jobsites that arent complying. Construction trade groups say allowing work to resume means hundreds of projects can restart along with tens of thousands of jobs. A bay area couple owns a Vacation Rental in tahoe and are facing steep fines if they visit their property because of covid19 restrictions. Our reporter tells us they are just enforcing the governors orders. Reporter this is not a problem exclusive to south lake tahoe. We are hearing similar reports from around the tahoe region. Property owners say they are being threatened with fines for using their own homes. They say its an infringement on their rights as property owners. Police say its a clear violation of the governors order. Within the house, take care of our business, by ourselves and then go home. They are not at risk for anything. Reporter Michelle Garcia and David Johnson live in vallejo and own a second home in the tahoe keys. They would like to use this time when they cant rent their home due to state and local orders to trim trees, check on a water leak and make seasonal repairs. We are not renting and we are already living without lost income and thats okay. We recognize thats part of doing business are not doing business. But then to deny us the right to even maintain our own place seems really heavyhanded. Reporter the Police Department says they are just trying to enforce the governors order that bans nonessential travel and states that people should stay at their primary residence. And a second home clearly is in a primary residence. We document if somebody is up here for an unallowable reason, give them a reason of time to pack up and leave. If they return, that they are possibly facing a citation. Reporter Authorities Say construction and some home repairs are exceptions, but they need to be done quickly without an extended stay. Police there they are walking a fine line between meeting the homeowners needs and ensuring their Community Stay safe. Is perfectly except the will to say if you come you must practice all the Safety Measures, thats fine. But why someone like me practicing Safety Measures worse than someone who goes to town practicing Safety Measures . Reporter its Worth Winning only three citations up initiative the last month, none of them to owners were visiting their own homes. The weekend is almost here and we are expecting a few changes. When you wake up tomorrow morning you will probably notice those changes first with the cloud cover moving in over the next few hours. First thing saturday morning we are expecting more clouds as a system which is up to our north will be drifting closer to the bay area. First thing tomorrow morning mostly cloudy skies and then partly cloudy by midtolate afternoon. And on sunday probably a little bit more sunshine. It will not be completely clear for your saturday. In fact, our forecast model is showing you all the overcast for tomorrow morning and then some stubborn cloud cover near the coast in a. Baby just partial clearing for those areas near the bay shoreline and around the coastline as well. Theres the next system upstream with the flow. This will be a rain producer at our north along the north coast. For us it will be a cloud producer and maybe it could produce a light shower or sprinkle. The best chance would be up in the north. We are thinking of toward northern Sonoma County and mendocino county, places like ukiah and will it. As we come in closer right now we have clear to partly cloudy skies. I have been noticing the fog we develop out near the coast and around the bay. Winsthe reoccurring theme each and every afternoon and the winds right now are still out there right now. Ucsf oh backing out of the west at about 10 miles an hour. Here we go with the cloud cover increasing at the coastline and drifting over San Francisco. Current numbers mainly in the 50s, around 53 to 58 degrees. Overnight lows, the cool spots in the upper 40s. Lots of cloud cover to start out your saturday morning. And heres the forecast models showing you the rain lineup tower north. And this is saturday 5 00, this is when the best chance of picking up a sprinkle or light shower up in the north they, maybe some drizzle around the bay of health. And into sunday we should have partly cloudy skies. So sunday probably will have more clear skies as we head into the second half of the weekend. Highs for tomorrow not included warm. Youre talking about 60s and lower 70s. In fact we will continue to pull things off into sunday. Sunday will be the last of this cooldown out there because temperatures will be trending up in the next week. In fact by wednesday in the mid 80s and by thursday the hotspots could be bordering hot , right around 90 degrees. We will keep an eye on that warmer forecast. This weekend on the cooler side and those gusting winds, you probably noticed the winds will be sticking around all weekend long. Cheers and applause echo through the front entrance of zuckerberg San FranciscoGeneral Hospital today. Check that out. More than 101st responders from across the city came there to show support for Healthcare Work is. Even with masks on their faces you could see the smiles from the Frontline Workers as they were getting ready for another long day. On the job. Look at this, the nba is pushed back the dates for two of its most important events. Next in sports, Jason Appelbaum will have more on when the league thinks it can return. But first, a driveby parade organized teachers this afternoon in lafayette. And long line of vehicles circled through the neighborhood near Happy Valley Elementary School students and parents cheered them along, shouting we live happy valley. To the coronavirus hit, they have a new appreciation for teachers. Were here for you and were open. Wow. Im an original. One of a kind. You feel me . Love ya. Oop you look cute better than you . 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Thats because a federal judge in california has thrown out there claim that they were paid less than the men, finding that the women earned more overall and for each game. The lawsuit was filed last year, saying u. S. Soccer violated the equal pay act and discriminated against the women under title vii of the civil rights act. Judge Gary Klausner ruled with the u. S. Soccer federation and against the women on many of the key points of the case. A spokesperson for the u. S. Womens team said they were quote shocked and disappointed. And an appeal is almost certain. The nba is delaying, or contemplating delaying the start of next season until december. There scheduled to tip off in october, but they say we may have to push that back until december. This story will come as a surprise to nobody. Nba will be postponing two events that were scheduled for this month. The lottery and the combine. The draft lottery. There were going to be held in chicago. No word yet on the june 25th draft. Steve kerr said earlier this season that the warriors are already in offseason mode regarding the season. But lebron james, his lakers for the top seed in the west, says hold on not so fast. He says we saw some reports about executives and agents wanting to cancel the season. Thats absolutely not true. Nobody i know said anything like that. As soon as its safe we would like to finish our season. Im ready, our team is ready and nobody should be canceling anything. We do have time tonight for a couple of items. Everyone has hunkered down at home and is trying to stay busy and do some fun stuff. Max hilty is 28 from denver, colorado and works as an assistant golf pro in a golf shop and have some soccer skills with the golf ball. That he whacks the ball in midair with the club and looks where it lands, right onto the green. This is zach l from ontario, canada. Former Junior Hockey league star turns his stick into a baton, twirls it, bounces the puck and in the slapshot right into the net. Finally, Dylan Unsworth is a feller we are not going to tell you about, but he did do something special. Maybe we will bring it to you next show. Spa we could have got into it. It wouldve been nice. Lets go anyway. I was wrapped guys. What he did is he threw baseball and had an egg. That was pretty cool. Thatll do it for us. You can find updates around the clock. Modern family is next, good night. Youre a grand old flag, youre a highflying flag and forever in peace may you wave we love the fourth of july. Its the perfect holiday. You get to cook outside, blow stuff up, wear shorts. Easter should be taking notes. Both keep your eyes on the grand old flag that was longer than i remember. cellphone buzzes hello . Joe, you should be thankful that you live in this country. I spent half of my childhood in a banana republic. It was the only store in my village that had airconditioner. Yes, mr. President. Yes, sir, id be honored to, sir. Thank you. Amazing news. 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