Persistent, and it gets to be difficult. So much for good intentions and less than perfect outcomes. In San Francisco, wayne freedman, abc 7 news. Tonight the medical examiner has identified the woman shot and killed by San Francisco police after she was driving recklessly on a busy street. Two plain clothes officers were investigating reports of a stolen jet that at the the chevron station at van ness and pine street. They found the car identified themselves to the driver, 24yearold alice brown. Brown drove straight toward them. When she tried to get away, she hit a building went the wrong way down pine street. Drove on a sidewalk, hit another building and several cars. One motorcycle officer dumped his bicycle to avoid being hit. Police say they shot brown because she was endangering officers and pedestrians last night on the street. A 45yearold woman and her 5yearold daughter are in the hospital after an elderly driver hit them in a crosswalk. That was just afternoon when it happened. The 86yearold woman was driving the white suv you see there. He has life threatening injuries. The elderly driver went to the hospital with unknown injuries. Officers say at this point she has not been charged with a crime. Concord boulevard is still closed in both directions between trail creek after a deadly crash. Two cars crashed before noon. Police are not saying yet who was at fault. They do say one person involved died. We have new information about how the Highway Patrol was safely end the high speed chase that went through four bay area counties. It ended in a spectacular crash. That one yesterday. Yet amazingly the driver wasnt seriously injured and no other drivers in the 100mile pursuit were hurt. David louie is live at chp headquarters tonight. Even after the spectacular crash. This guy was not ready to quit running. That is very true dan, and thats the new information weve got. The chp says he was under the influence to the degree that he was surprised when he got out of his vehicle, how badly it was damaged after the crash. The driver was still trying to get away. Even as officers approached with guns and tasers drawn. It appears ramon wasnt about to let the crash stop his efforts to elude the chp officers chasing him. Once it overturned, you dont see him getting out. M instead look at that smoke coming from the right rear. He was gunning the engine. Its something chp officer daniel hill spotted as he reviewed the sky 7 hd video of the pursuit and crash at Division Headquarters in vallejo. You can see the right rear tire was spinning. Until the point he exits the vehicle, he had his foot on the accelerator trying to continue to drive away. Reporter hill has been in 70 pursuits himself. Theyre usually over in under ten minutes. This one lasted an hour and a half, even after officers deployed a spike strip like this one. It seems hes surprised the vehicle is damaged. He seems to notice and walk towards them not in the way a normal person would comply. Hes still in the hospital where the chp says hes on a 72hour hold for evaluation. Chp officer hill showed us the spike strip that was deployed. The strip is studded with hollowed speaks. Theyre studded for officer safety. They let the air escape. Designed to cause the driver to stop within a minute or two. However he kept going. The tires disintegrated. The rims did the same leaving only rotors. Chp decided calling off the the pursuit was not a go ahead idea. The risk of the public being injured by the pursuit was being outweighed by the benefit of stopping the driver from putting other people at risk. He faces felon charges for failing to stop and being under the influence. In virginiaallejo for abc 7 news. A 70yearold woman is facing charges of burglarizing a church twice on the peninsula. Police say when they arrested her sunday Ethel Jean Hayes had keys to a church and a number of pal palo alto businesses. She is facing charges in connection with two burglars at Trinity Lutheran church in palo alto, and for possessing stolen property. Governor jerry brown and uc president Janet Napolitano talked publicly about their private budget negotiations. They failed to answer one key question. Will tuition go up at the university of california at todays meeting, napolitano said she has met tw the governor twice to discuss a proposed 28 tuition increase over five years. Brown talked about suspending cuts. Napolitano told them to expect changes on the budget. I would love to get back to the days when 90 came from the state and only 10 from the students, but we dont live in that kind of world. The meeting was briefly interrupted by demonstrators. Abc 7 news was there as some protesters stripped down to their underwear and walked out of the meeting. The decision may not happen until this summer. Lack of snow is forcing another sierra ski resort to shut down earlier than normal. They will close for the season this sunday. Due to the the ultra dry conditions this winter. Youre looking at video just off interstate 80 in much better times. This becomes the second resort to shut down this week. If it doesnt reopen this year it will be the earliest seasonal closing since the 1970s. Firefighters are investigating what started a townhouse fire today. The second floor of the building caught fire just before 9 00 this morning. You can see the flames shooting up out of the roof. Sky 7 hd was over the scene shortly after firefighters got the flames under control. No one was hurt. In the meantime we have an update on the families who lost everything in the huge Apartment Fire in San Francisco. It happened in the Mission District in late january. All 12 families have been placed in temporary housing. Abc 7 News Reporter leann is live with the latest on how theyre coping. Reporter yeah, most of the families are living on treasure island. Two in the Mission District. Now they have a new home and something they really needed. Anna was overjoyed to see her living and dining rooms full of furniture, thanks to a San Francisco Company Called we have beds tables, living Room Dining Room some decor as well. Some paintings and lamps. This is online site where people can buy and sell used furniture, but once in a while, some of it doesnt sell. If it doesnt sell we offer our sellers the option to have it returned to them or donate to charity. And thats how she and her family were able to furnish their home. She worked with the Salvation Army that reached out to the 12 families to see what they needed. The january fire displaced these families. In Small Businesses were also badly damaged. She also worked at a restaurant located in the same building. She told us she lost it all. But two weeks ago she was able to move into this threebedroom apartment. The captain is with the Salvation Army. They were paying about 900 for a studio in the Mission District. They lost their home because of the fire. Now they move into a three bedroom apartment. The San Francisco Human Services department was able to reach a deal with the owner of this apartment complex, to make sure that alas and her family pay the same amount in rent as they did before. She says i just want to make sure to thank everyone who has helped us. In San Francisco, lyanne melendez, abc 7 news. Another bay area tech company hit with a lawsuit. Well have details next. Right in the middle of the upcoming baseball season, bart will shut down the tracks getting to the coliseum. Plan to ease the traffic troubles. Also were able to speak different languages. Nearly 30 Million People have diabetes and now a local company has something to help manage the disease. And targets new policy the to get scal good day, mlady i am sircanalot, here to save you from another breakfast bore. Wake up those eggs with glorious spam see what spam can do. At spam. Com another highprofile Silicon Valley company is being sued on sex diskrim fact claims. Filed suit accusing of facebook of sex discrimination, Sexual Harassment and Race National origin discrimination. Hong worked a t the company from june 2010 until she was fireded in october 2013. She claims she was belittled and punished for taking time off to volunteer at her childs school. Facebook denies the allegations. She is represented by the same law firm representing ellen pao and her sex Discrimination Suit against Silicon Valley Venture Capital firm. That trial is now under way. Nearly 350 yahoo employees will be out of a job when the company shuts down in china. Yahoo is closing the research and Development Center in beijing. The silicone Valley Company released a Statement Today saying it is constantly making changes to resources. We will be consolidating certain functions to certain offices. That statement published by the mercury news blog silicon beat which reports the job cuts are the latest in a series of layoffs. Weekend riders will soon see Major Service disruptions. Bart officials announced today starting april 5th they will close the tracks between the coliseum and fruitvale on nonconsecutive weekends. This is video supplied by bart. It shows the work theyll be doing to replace 1,000 Railroad Ties and 3,000 feet of rail in desperate need of repair. This may be the first of many Construction Projects over the next couple of years. The system will turn 45 years old here in the next couple of years, and theres a lot of work and investment that needs to to be done if we continue to operate at a high level of operaability. Work is expected to be completed by august. Construction is not going to affect the trams. Officials did say they might adjust construction dates for special events, such as warriors playoff games. You can get around on bartd, and then theres this. Folks in San Francisco have another way to get to work. Its described as a blend of o coffee shop workspace and living room. And theres an app for that, too. Your smart phone has turned to the key to your commute. But now a new bus Service Called leap is jumping into San Franciscos transportation game. Its redesigned the daily commute. We take all the hassle from getting out of work. Four buses run during the commutes. They have eight stops. But the company has plans to expand expand. Just the cost benefit analysis analysis. Plus its just fun. You get to meet people. I like. It. And theres food. Got to love that. The food option is unique. Riders get wifi and usb outlet. You pay for everything on your app. Single rides are 6 but can drop to less than 4 if you buy in bulk. And if you have questions, someone is there with answers. Each bus has an experienced manager, here its kurt. Leaf says you wont have to wait at the bus stop. You can see where the next is on your a p, p and if the seat is available. The buses we saw this morning only had a few pangs. Leaf expects more people to jump on if the early adopters are impressed. Its nice. More comfortable than any buses ive been on. Matt keller abc 7 news. San Francisco Health officials have a faster way to diagnose tuberculosis. San francisco General Hospital is the first site in california for the pilot of a new diagnostic test that speeds the results from days to hours. The tests can also determine whether a patient is resistant to one of the most commonly used drugs to treat tb. San francisco general says the city has one of the highest in the united states. You know nearly 30 million americans are living with diabetes. Maybe you. Someone you know probably. Its a disease that can be managed, of course. But it takes a lot of effort. And tonight abc 7 News Reporter Jonathan Bloom takes a look at a company trying to make it easier. It just got a big nod from Silicon Valley investors. As often as six times a day jeff chang changes his blood glucose. And not much about it has changed. The technology is really really old. As you see it. Its black and white. Gray scale. And they all use Different Software and cables. Jeff would watch a nurse pain stakenly down load the data. And at that point youre 20 minutes into your appointment. And the doctor would start going over day by day what was happening. If there was a Rosetta Stone from diabetes jeff found one from a company in palo alto. This reads data from the meters and brings it all together in an app. It also works with platforms to show you how food and exercise affect your blood shoourg. To tell someone the last time you took 6,000 steps, i can see that you went low. The blilt black bok is a brimpbl between old and new technology. Eventually it wont be needed. Theyre busy making deals to connect directly. And theyve just gotten a big round of funding to make that happen. We raised 16. 5 million which is a testament to the early outcomes. They can include their self management skills and minimize the glucose. He used it to teach patients the signs of blood sugar. Once she started using the app, she started to recognize that she was feeling cold. As it integrates with pumps theyll seek approval to let doctors give smart prescriptions. And it prompts them at 6 00, take you took more than 6,000 steps. Youre going to take less insulin. And jeff change went to work for gluco in regular affair ls. Jonathan bloom abc 7 news. M. And turning to other news of the day. Two Mass Shootings in arizona and africa. Always great to see you. Well have more on the breaking news. The man hunt the American City on lockdown. And were right there tonight. The museum terror attack targeting tourists, and the question many people are asking, did starbucks go too far with the message they put on your coffee cup . And diane sawyer is back with something special. Take a look at this video. Can you picture who that is twirling on the mound . Diane sawyer takes us to the famous mountain. And world news tonight with david muir is coming up next here on abc 7. Right now lets turn our attention to a spectacular weekday. It is nice out here. A little breezy. Well talk about what is ahead as we close out winter. Clear skies on the radar right now. Not everywhere. In southern california, the mountains, the deserts, were watching showers developing and possibly thunderstorms soon. Right now lightning strikes are showing up. At least somebody is seeing something in the state of california. Lake tahoe showing you nothing but blue skies. It is 58 in tahoe. Close to San Franciscos temperature, which is 61. Oakland, 66. Low 70s along with san jose and by the way if you have heading to tahoe between sunday night and monday theres a chance of rain and snow up there. East bay hills camera showing you a view of mount diablo. We had buildup to the east. Not a lot showing up now. 74 in livermore. And this might be the place to go tomorrow. Santa cruz as we warm up. Clear and cool overnight tonight. Near 80 inland tomorrow. Cooler on friday as spring begins. Heres a look at the pacific satellite picture. The High Pressure ridge is coming a little bit closer. Were looking at temperatures rising tomorrow. As you look out over the pacific, the storms keep heading north. Not for long. Perhaps we can get something in here. As spring begins on friday. Well be watching for possibility of some spring showers. Not until sunday night. A chance of rain between sunday night and monday. Keep that in mind as you make your weekend plans. And really taking you beyond monday. Not a whole lot showing up in the bay area. Tomorrow morning, low 40s to low 50s. Cool to chilly. Mainly clear and youll need to bundle um up. For the afternoon, dress in layers. 75 in the south bay and san jose. 77 in los gatos. Gilroy, near 80. On the peninsula. The onshore breezes will still keep you in the comfort zone hay long the coast. 62 in pacifica. Today you were 59. 69 in downtown San Francisco. 63 in daly city. North bay, mid 60s at the coast. 78 in santa rosa. Oakland, 73 degrees. 74 in fremont. Inland spot 80s in ann the tee i dont care. We warm it up for you. Thursday, the last day of winter l be the warmest of the next seven. And spring starts friday afternoon at 3 45, and it will be a little bit cooler. Weekend is dry and mild. Sunday night into monday well be watching for the showers. We have not given up on rain. Coming up the buzz worthy issue in california. And more teenagers than ever are turning to vaping than cigarettes. One School District is t yi burger king is going to set up flame grills. And it smells just like their whopper. Target is taking a step in the hope it will bring shoppers back. The retail giant announced they are extending the return policy from 90 days to one year on the 32private and exclusive brands. It also applies to baby, college or wedding gift registry. Target is attempting to bounce back from a massive dayta breach and the closure of stores in canada. A bay area lawmakers is taking action to help the Bee Population. He plans to introduce a bill that will ban the use of beharming pesticides on stateowned or state managed lands. The legislation is also calling for the placement of beehives in state parks. The legislature has perhaps an easier chance of managing how the state lands are used to protect the Bee Population and help grow the Bee Population, and thats the focus of the bill. Studies have linked pesticides as one of the reasons for declining Bee Populations worldwide. However, a university of maryland report published yesterday down played the link between the worlds most common insecticide and the bee dieoff phenomenon. Well, a local group of scientists working now for millions o see at the Smithsonians National air and space museum. Video of the sun depends on orbiting telescope that the Lockheed Martin scientists built. It used special imaging to show it in high definition. It was installed today. And if youve never been to the national air and science museum, its fantastic. A couple of new attractions coming to San Francisco. Ride away by roy orbison begins to play i ride the highway. Im going my way. I leave a story untold. He just keeps sending more pictures. If youre a freerange chicken you roam free. Its what you do. If you want to save fifteen percent or more on Car Insurance you switch to geico. Its what you do. Two wheels a turnin. Cant say thank you enough. 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Abc 7 news got a sneak peek at both of them. The yard at mission drop that opens friday at noon. That is the new Gathering Place right across from the giant ballpark and the giant parking lot. Vendors and food and drink. Popup shops housed in recycled shipping containers and open space to hang out. The hope it is might be permanent. They plan to stay open year round seven days a week. They will host cultural and community events. And then head over to the San Francisco zoo. What is this cute Little Critter . This is a new baby howler monkey. And mom is named lincecum. The dad is robin williams. Im sure theres a good story with that. That will do it for us. World news with david muir is coming up. For sandhya patel and all of us here, we appreciate your time paz you look live on a gorgeous day this wednesday. Well see you again. Byebye. Two breaking stories tonight. Two scenes of sheer terror. First, the American City on lockdown for hours, the gunman opening fire. Six shot, several locations, were on the scene. Also tonight, the deadly terror attack at a museum. Gunmen opening fire as families step off the bus. Children running. The death threat against caroline kennedy, ambassador to japan. Word coming just weeks after that attack on another u. S. Ambassador. The close call tonight in this home, the explosion in the childrens playroom. And the new warning. And, so many families have tried to reenact those scenes from the sound of music, but no one going back like diane sawyer tonight. What we never knew. Julie andrews, knocked to the ground . The real story behind this famous scene. Shes with diane, revealing the secrets
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