And a good evening to you on this friday night. As we head into the weekend, millions of commuters on the road facing a wet and wild ride. Postcards from the midwest. Cars stalled. One man had to use a kayak. Firefighters, battling a blaze while in the water. And in Washington State, a mudslide. Ginger zee is tracking it all for us. Reporter floodwaters, more are cutting firefighters off, more than ten inch was rain swallowing a swath of the hoosier state. The same front forcing rescues in chicago. Officers pulling this man from his submerged car. Almost four inches in an hour. Closing interstates and schools. I woke up about 3 50, and there was water in my basement. I walked outside, theres water. The street was covered. Reporter flash flooding from new york to pennsylvania. Just some of the weatherinduced woes across the nation. Probably the most insane thing ive ever seen. Just ankle deep, knee deep depending on where you were standing. Reporter in southern california, a remarkable view a wall of dust known as a haboob, swallowing the horizon in this ominous time lapse. From the ground, that frightening wave blinding drivers. The dust storm fueled by winds gusting up to 45 miles per hour. In the northwest, it was mud. Remember the carlton complex fire earlier this summer in Washington State . The charred land now giving way, an inch of rain in under an hour, leaving a mudslide five feet deep and wider than the length of a football field. Washing away a house, replacing it with this ravine. Its terrible. Somebody lost their home. Reporter crews clearing roads and restoring power. And there are severe storms. From kansas to colorado and tornado warnings in idaho. Let me take you to a place i think well see headlines. Montana. Not just because of rain. But i want to show you, we have a Winter Weather advisory. Thats right, Winter Weather advisory. Could see one to three inches above 7,000 feet. Purple there means winter. In the southeast, the purple means heat and humidity. These are heat index values into tomorrow afternoon, 12 states with heat advisories. What a range of temperatures in august. Thanks so much, ginger zee. And now, the other big story of the day. American journalist, james foley, killed by terrorists. And his family now speaking out, raising tough new questions. Did the United States government do enough to save him . This amid growing concerns about the other americans held by isis as the u. S. Launches a new round of attacks on the ruthless, implacable force. Jonathan karl now. Reporter in an exclusive interview with katie couric for yahoo news, john foleys brother says the u. S. Could have done more. The United States could have done more on behalf of the western and american hostages over there. And still, you know, dealt with the broader worldwide issues. Reporter foley said the u. S. Could have considered a Prisoner Exchange or other options short of paying ransom. But today, the white house said it did all it could. I can assure you that we have done everything that we can possibly do to try to bring home our hostages. Tragically, we werent able to rescue mr. Foley, but were going to keep trying for all of our hostages. Reporter also today, foleys parents revealed the last email they received from the terrorists, just ten days ago. It still gave some hope that he would be freed. Despite the chilling message. You dont spare our weak, elderly, women or children, so we will not spare yours. The first of which, being the blood of the american citizen james foley. Is is isle isle isis is tletdlenni to kill more americans. U. S. Officials tell abc news the group is holding at least three more americans. And the u. S. Is keeping up the pressure on the group. U. S. Missiles struck terrorist targets today near iraqs mosul dam. U. S. Aircraft conducted nearly 100 air strikes in 14 days. Today. White house says it absolutely considers the killing of jim foley to be a terrorist tack against the United States by isis and president is considering hitting isis targets in syria and iraq. One official said today, were not going to be restricted by borders. And as you well know, another warning today about isis sympathizers in the u. S. Abcs senior justice correspondent Pierre Thomas has that. What are intelligence exferts saying about that . Reporter today, fbi and Homeland Security officials sent a bulletin to Police Across the country, warning to look out for isis sympathizers here. We already know more than 100 americans have gone to iraq and syria to link with terrorists. Sources say theres clearly a pool of people in the u. S. That identify with these foreign radicals. Officials are tracking the people they know have gone overseas. Todays bulletin targets sympathizers in the shadows that may not be known to police. No specific threat has been identified, but theyre wild cards that may act with no warning. On the story again tonight, Pierre Thomas and jonathan karl. Now, to israel, where a 4yearold boy was killed in a mortar attack near the border with gaza. The first Israeli Death since fighting resumed earlier this week. So many palestinian children have died, but this is the first israeli child killed in the current conflict. And to the ukraine. Rising tensions there today, 130 russian trucks crossing the border. What russians called a humanitarian mission, but others in the ukraine calling it a direct invasion. The u. S. And nato condemning the move as well. And back here at home, a kind of political tempest. A foot in mouth moment making headlines. Senate majority leader harry reid apologizing for remarks about asianamericans. So what did he say, and whats the line between a joke and a racist racket . Abcs jeff zelenn dives into the debate. Reporter racist and disgusting is what some are calling harry reids attempt at humor, speaking to the Asian Chamber of commerce in las vegas. The asian population is so productive. I dont think youre smarter than anybody else, but youve convinced a lot of us you are. Reporter a questionable joke he now says he regrets. But it didnt stop there. One problem that ive had today is keeping my wongs straight. Reporter today, we spoke to terry wong, who was onstage with reid. It was a lighthearted joke, ive heard all my life. Its not an insult. Reporter reet apologized anyway, saying my comments were extremely poor in taste. Sometimes, i say the wrong thing. Hes becoming wellpracticed at saying hes sorry. He once predicted barack obama would be the first black president because he was lightskinned and had no negro dialect unless he wanted to have one. And then there was this awkward moment in the summertime because of the high humidity and how hot it gets here, you can literally smell the tourists coming to the capitol. And that may be descriptive, but it is true. Reporter but tonight, its the leader of the senate who isnt laughing. Jeff zeleny, abc news, los angeles. And we have an update on that mystery that riveted the country. The strange white flags flying on top of the Brooklyn Bridge where once red, white, and Blue American flags reigned. Today, the germans handed the american flags back to americans. We now know the prank was the work of german artists. The two men here could still be charged with felony burglary. Tonight, the nypd says theres no decision on that, so stay tuned. A heart stopping moment nay county fair in michigan, two children falling out of a ferris wheel. Plummeting to the ground as eyewitnesses watched in fear. Paula ferris with what they saw and heard. Reporter in a year where weve seen some of the most extreme rides ever, it was a simple ferris wheel that left two kids in critical, but stable, condition at this small fair in southeastern michigan. We knew it looked like it was pretty serious. Reporter an 8yearold boy and his 16yearold sister, riding in a gondola sitting across from one another. There were bars but no safety belts. And according to one eyewitness, the opening just dumped the kids out, dropping them 15 to 20 feet. Police are investigating, but say there was no mechanical problem. We have seen rides at larger amusement parks malfunction this year, including two dozen people dangling for hours at this los angeles magic mountain. But bigger, faster, steeper doesnt always mean more dangerous. In fact, the smaller rides injure more than 4,000 children every summer. Nearly 20 every day. While roller koes ecoasters acc 10 of injuries, its up to individual states to make sure rides are safe. And right now, 17 states dont have an Agency Responsible for inspecting rides. Industry advocates say safety is their top priority. And the michigan ferris wheel passed an inspection just before the accident. Tonight, its back up and running. And those two kids who took the scary plunge are expected to be just fine. Paula faris, abc news, new york. And as we head into this august weekend, something you may not believe. Shoppers may be doing double takes. Would you believe, christmas is already on display . Abcs chief Business Correspondent Rebecca Jarvis shows us a christmas surprise awaiting us tonight. Reporter today near tampa, florida, it felt like a sweltering 108 degrees. But inside the local sams club, its looking a lot more like the north pole. Love christmas. Love to see it coming. Reporter ornaments, lights, trees, wreaths. Yes, its only august, and a handful of sams clubs are already feeling downright jolly. By midseptember, they all will. Theyre taking down all the back to school stuff and putting up christmas. Stores know their customers have a limited budget. They will spend a certain amount of money for holiday sales and thats it. Definitely a lot of people are budgeting. Many sharing pictures of other retailers getting in on the holiday spirit this early. I think people have historically responded to being in that environment. Reporter but not everyone is buying the holiday love in august. Are you shopping for Christmas Today . Oh, heavens, no. Reporter while that Christmas Creep keeps getting earlier and earlier, its still a drop in the bucket compared to november and december, when retailers historically make the majority of their sales, between 35 and 40 . Back at that tampa sams club a holly, jolly day for artificial christmas trees. Were told they were big sellers. Rebecca jarvis, abc news, new york. Still ahead, an unnerving mystery. A couple lurking near a hospital Maternity Ward, carrying fake babies. 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Reporter a california woman is under arrest tonight, accused of trespassing at a Maternity Ward near fresno. Police say 41yearold tonya boehs and her husband dallas brought their lifelike baby dolls, not once but twice this week, to this Maternity Ward. Police say they were talking to the dolls, even cooing at them like they were real infants. The second time, she was wearing nurses scrubs. Concerned, Hospital Security called police. Its really scary. I just had my son like a year ago, and that was my main concern. Always making sure who had my baby. Reporter on boehs facebook page, she features a picture of one of the dolls and says she sells them. The idea of unauthorized people wandering through a Maternity Ward makes a lot of people nervous. And some hospitals now place a tiny bracelet on a newborns wrist or ankle. If someone tries to remove it, nurses are instantly notified and Electronic Security locks engage throughout the ward. Thats how California Police caught this woman, dressed as a nurse, trying to steal a baby in 2012. Somebody had tried to walk out with a baby in a bag. Do we know if its her baby, or no, its not her baby. Okay. Reporter police arent sure why boehs brought the dolls to the Maternity Ward, but her presence there was more than just creepy. Tonight, detectives say, it was also a crime. Ryan owens, abc news, los angeles. And coming up next here, the injured koala. The dramatic rescue. Mouthtomouth resuscitation from a human, and what the little bear does next. [guy] i know what youre youre thinking beneful. [announcer]beneful has wholesome grains,real beef,even accents of spinach,carrots and peas. [guy] you love it so much. Yes you do. But its good for you, too. [announcer] healthful. Flavorful. Beneful. From purina. We fill our freshly baked flatbread, with bold, unflat flavors. Like taste inspired by the freshness of the mediterranean. So you always get flavor thats anything but flat. 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And meet grandma betty, a 76yearold minnesota woman and cancer survivor who was challenged to drag race by a brash young man named peter. Take that, peter and finally, a new video version of happy by the kids and staff at camp mark seven in upstate new york, a camp for deaf children. They sang the lyrics in american sign language. Pharrell williams saw it, liked it and gave the kids a shoutout. Im ron claiborne. And thats this weeks instant index. When we come back, some of our favorite lessons about life. Including the secret inside this famous dance, singing in the rain. [ male announcer ] over time, youve come to realize. Its less of a race. And more of a journey. So carry on. With an aarp Medicare Supplement insurance plan. Insured by unitedhealthcare insurance company. Go long. And finally tonight, weve gained so much inspiration over the past five years from our persons of the week. Some of the news makers and stars that remind us everyone has joys and struggle in life. So well look back, starting with one of the most famous directors in dance movie history. Proof that sometimes you just have to go ahead and sing in the rain. He danced in puddles, which had to be the exact spot and exact timing. We had to dig the cement out and make it for him to splash at that point. Reporter the director told us a secret. It was blisteringly hot in the studio, and gene kelly had a temperature of 110 degrees. So many of our persons of the week reminding us you can have success and also the Lessons Learned in failure. As long as you laugh. I wish them to be okay with the fact that they wont meet their dreams. If you can go out in the world not letting it stop you when things dont go your way, you are unstoppable. And alan alda telling us why he teaches acting to science students. Because he says you can overcome your fears if you really concentrate on someone else. Its making contact. If youre doing that, youre not concentrating on how youre doing. Am i too fat . Is my voice too funny . Just tell your story. Am i too fat . No, but i might be. But i forgot about it while we recall talking. Weve learned over and over again how dancing keeps you young. Stanley donen. Rita moreno. And the girl in that story that always makes everyone feel young. Jennifer gray says she was terrified of the leap in dirty dancing and Patrick Swayze said, do it and trust him. I think there can not be dancing and not joy. I think joy flows when theres dance. And here it is. So many of them telling us, put on the music. Composer John Williams telling us how melody can take you where the possibilities are. Would we really have fallen in love with e. T. Without the music . Try it. Here are some kids on their bikes, without the music. And here it is, with williams music. It felt like flying into our dreams. So many people we love, gracing us with their presence on friday nights. To tell us what they have learned about life now, and on the road ahead. Maybe carole king said it the best. I actually have a word which is the guide word i feel every day of my life. And the word is gratitude. And thank you to all our friends, and that includes you. Ill see you right back here monday. Have a great weekend. Good night. Next a pair of serious fires in the bay area send smoke billowing over the area. The major firefighting effort to get them under control. A sob story at levis stadium. A push to replace the grass before sundays game. Landlords fight an orderance to pay tens of thousands to tenants. Riding in luxury to burning man. How the festival is attracting the Silicon Valley elite. That breaking news, a pair of major fires burning in the bay area, one in the north bay, other in the south bay at a center for people with disabilities. Good evening, im ama daetz. The north bay fire is on mayor island. Now, the fire in santa clara broke out in the parking lot on Alfred Street about 4 00 in the afternoon, destroying containers full of donated goods for people with developmental disabilities. This is cell phone video. You can see the black smoke that could be seen for miles. A pier mshl will try to figure out how this started. Nothing that wed describe as suspicious, just under investigation now. Until we can determine a point of or yi begin, and a cause. There are no indications of a, any criminal activity or anything like that on the scene. It was pretty normally reported fire. Take a look now at a live look at the scene this evening from the camera on a live truck. And no one was hurt. Now, to our other big fire. Abc7 News Reporter Wayne Freedman is live with that fire. Wayne . Weve been watching this two
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