He and his wife own this store near the at and t ballpark. He was in a crosswalk say the suv was turning on to counsel yend. Court documents obtained by abc 7 news say that the driver briefly stopped and chekd on the victim, then returned to her vehicle and drove off. A security video showsshe stayed a few minutes before she left. The District Attorney says that is a crime. You have an on bli investigation to stop, identify yourself, if we have people injured, if youre not going to render aid you should try to get someone tols do so. A Security Camera vealed a black Jeep Cherokee with a partial plate driving towards that intersection just before the accident. Weeks later investigators returned and found the suv. Its plate shows the car belonged to meredith kessler. She says she thought he suffered a stroke ask that is why she stopped not because she hit him. Witnesses say her car almost lost control. The affidavit says during a Police Interview she says she left because she was late getting to the airport and she thought the victim was in good care. We left messages for her and her attorney they were not answered. More than 2000 homes being threatened tonight by a Massive Wildfire burning near Yosemite National park. Two homes have been destroyed. Highway 120 shut down in both directions for a fourmile stretch soft fire burned 16,000 acres, only 5 contained. Abc 7 news joins us are with the very latest. Nannette . Well, unpredictable sums up the fire, take a look. That smoke and flames behind trees. Winldz are the enemy here, there is very little containment. Tourists and drentsz are affected. Im just concerned about that. It wasnt like that. With friends so strong, kathy and the family dont know what to do. The rim fire is behaving erratically, residents kor safe one minute but not the next. Heavy gusts pushed flames aconsiders an incident command post forcing crews to evacuate. They were packed up, but should they go about their business . Or hang out . Were afraid to leave to go to doctor appointments. Were afraid were going to lose our house while were gown gon. Burning since the weekend control of the rim fire has been elusive. The terrain is rugged and dead brush is fueling the flames. This area is playing a key role. This video shows bomber upz cres at work to get the fire under control. Its weird there. Is no safety zones to be able to escape. The fire turned at them. Nine structures burned including this house. 2500 homes and buildings remain threatened. Womenis, a beautiful retreat serving european visitors is saved. We went flew with burned wood salvaged from that fire in 1999. And so its its been a labor of thereof build that. Tourists can go a nowsmoky yosemite. Just not through highway 120, which is closed. Just less than two minutes ago i showed you k me. It was smokey. You can hardly see flames and here we are a minute and 50 later there, you can see the flames raging in the scene behind me. The u. S. Forest service says they cs to twit fit the fire and that shows the challenges firefighters have. Aof course conditions in terms of the weather critical in these fire fights. The red flag warning has just been lifted. Lets talk to spencer christian. Spencer . Well tart start with live doppler 7 hd. Showing calm conditions here now. There is numerous thunderstorms today z state wide 3,000 lightning strikes now. Lets get closer to areas of the fire winds light g news is that conditions are improving. However there is still an air quality warning until noon tomorrow, bear that in mind. Air quality has diminished. Ill give you a look at local weather in just a few minute autos fire gutted a home today but it doesnt have anything to do with red flag conditions. A woman lost control of her car and plowed into a homes garage. The impact collapsed part of a roof. A passerby pulled the woman to safety. Nobody was inside of the house at the time. And the woman who drove is okay. Crews realized they were facing an unusual challenge. Because of the fact the vehicle is resting on top of the gas meter that is how wed secure the gas to the house, through the meter. Safest way is allowing the gas to burn off. Workers had to shut off the gas from pipelines. Fire crews say damage was kept to the garage area but its expensive, about 250,000 worth. So will the bay area be ready foreclosure of the bay bridge on wednesday . All of the agencies involved in getting people around are trying to their best to get the word out. Take a look at traffic to the lower deck of the bay bridge. During shut down can you imagine its going to be a worse nightmare . So all of these drivers goring to have to qind kind a way to get around. Laura anthony joins us live with more. Laura . Goal of Law Enforcement was to let people know as much information as possible as how this is going to go. They want to make sure this changing of the guard is it as safe as it can be. Bay area drivers have been down this road before. The one where the bay bridge closes for several days usually a over holiday week. We know professionals when it comes to closures have been through this before. Next wednesdays will begin with a series of rolling traffic blocks by california patrol vehicles on the main roads lead together Bridge Police warn drivers to plan ahead to avoid being that car to gets stuck on the wrong side. We ask people leave with plenty of time because traffic will be impacted coming into San Francisco, going home. With a new bridge open this animation shows what it will look like for drivers. There will be five lanes but will have no scurves or importantly, shoulders. If they need to make a safety stop that may give them added measure of cushion. Police will focus on the pedestrian portion of the bridge. Were going to be a part of it with everyone else. And want to create a safe environment. Despite that wow factor. The chp reminds motorists its against the law to use new shoulders to stop to take pictures. On Treasure Island laura anthony, abc 7 news. Drivers may not have to wait until Tuesday Morning skedz youlled opening to drive on the bay bridge. Its going include a Ribbon Cutting ceremony, Officials Say if work is done chp would have to sweep the span and then, the bridge may open shortly after that. There is a good chance well be able to open it up early. And the likelihood of inclement weather small. So maybe. Fingers crossed. The bridge reopened 11 hours early. Helping move along traffic on the new bay bridge a additional lane will be made fast track only. This means fast track dwlifrz approach toll plaza from west grand avenue will be detoured to exit and use the two busonly lanes. And you can see how close sit to opening but check out our opening we also have information on how to down load our waze traffic app to help you navigate during the closure, what are the most valuable resources is our tloimpk services bart, ac transit ask sf bay ferry are offering during this process. Weelt notify twitter followers as soon as this opens so you can follow us on abc 7 news bay area. And still ahead an earthquake damages some areas. Concerns of relatives and reminder did earthquake safety. Turf war in San Francisco. A bitter fight over new soccer fields moving from park to a court house. Later on, disappointing outcome of the americas c nerve in mexico cities this morning people rung out of buildings after a strong earthquake shook the area. The epi center almost 200 miles away. Mexican Authorities Say three rustic homes collapsed there. In the bay area mexican immigrants called relatives to check on safety. Usually earthquakes come every often they only, if they come, just wait. Everything happens. The quake did not cause any serious injuries there have been seven after shocks registered near acapulco since the quake. To make sure youre prepared west posted guidelines for stocking a emergency kit and developing plans for the family. It was developed north cal. A c2o 44yearold larry mors is five feet tall weighing 160 pounds. Police say he has mental capacity of a 2yearold last seen at Valley Fair Mall thursday. An all points bulletin has been sent out to be on the lookout for larry. He cant be out there alone. A missing toddler disappeared six weeks ago without a trace. The coliseum posting information with a picture of baby daphne webb and the hot line information number. She vanished from her fathers car while he was in a Convenience Store in east oakland. Mrs. Plz call police if have you information. A twoyear battle over soccer fields moved through political process and now an nth legal arena. Its meft mated 12,000 kids played soccer in San Francisco are you worried about that . As a mother . No. Im not. Studies have shown its clean or cleaner than what is in the soil in San Francisco. A plan to put that surface on four soccer fields hahn has been approve wtd board and the state Postal Commission today because did it not offer alternatives. Here in San Francisco which prides itself on being greenest in the droint we should not be away from new york and los angeles. The city and nonprofit partner are preparing to spend 14 million on the project. Their attorneys say it has been veted. The city conclude thered is no significant affect from yugs these field autos for some, the skrofr not just about the turf. The city plans to install lights. Golden gate park doesnt need the big draw of the largescale soccer arena which it would be on the equivalent. The judge asked both sides to submit more information by september 13th. Spencer christian is back to tell us about it. Yes. Im happy pull back a bit you can see numerous thunderstorms 3,000 lightning strikes state wide up north. Things quiet here on p th home front. Blue skies its 65 degrees in San Francisco. And another live view under blue sky was puffs of scattered clouds above. 72 santa rosa. Novato, 74. 78 concord and livermore, and one more live view from our mount tam camera looking down to the bay. That is looking strange because you cant see much blocking our view. Sunny skies and mild tomorrow. Here is a look upper level low brought instability to the area over in the sierra. You can see counterclockwise circulation here feeding into and fueling thunderstorms this is a system moving northward now. Follow forecast start agent 7 00 this evening. Bringing clouds into the bay area tonight up to the coastline and beyond. As it continues well see clouds lifting out of the bay area and giving way to snichlz there will be active weather with this storm. Now back to bay area overnight lows with a few clouds overnight. Mild foremost of the bay area overnight. Tomorrow, a nice sunny mild to warm day,1zt. Mainly 70s tomorrow. Up to 76 in redwood city. And moubt mountain view. Mid60s on the coast. Udqr north way bay well see mainly 70s. On the coast low to mid60s. And east bay highs low to mid70s. And here is the accuweather forecast. A low warm up friday to low 90s inland up to 80 around the bay. Cooling down just a few degrees over the weekend remaining in sort of a steady pattern with mid to upper 80s inland and mid60s on coast. Its steady. Yes. Thank you. Just ahead ambitious project being spearheaded by mark zuckerberg. Here is a challenge how do you bring smithsonian says pieces of a meteorite in april of last year will go to uc davis and four other institution as cross the country. Google launch aid similar undertaking called projectg . L lune sm. Dont believe the plans are feasible because many under developed countries dont have places to charge monl phones, tablets or lap top autos coming up a lot more to bring you. Army private Bradley Manning sentenced. Reaction in court what his attorneys are saying. Americas cup supposed to bring a wave of commerce to San Francisco. Why there is disappointment. Advanced technology popping up in latest new cars and how its making car buying more complicate a military judge sentenced Bradley Manning to 35 years for leaking 700,000 secret government dums to wiki leaks also demoted and will be dishonorably discharged trt army. His lawyer says cobe out of prison in six and a half years. Abc News Reporter has more from washington. Today, a military judge sense yensed manning to 35 years in prison for one of the biggest leaks of classified information in u. S. History. To supporters hes a brave whistle blower. On the most serious charge of all, aiding enemy not guilty. The military judge wasnt convinced electricking those documents aided al qaeda. Its been three years since manning was first suspected of leaking a video of a 2007 american helicopter attack there that killed innocent civilians. Charged with confident documents to wiki leaks. Manning said he understand what hes doing when leaking documents but didnt believe he would harm the u. S. Manning will forfeit his army and a will be dishonorably discharged. His next stop a prison develop cell in kansas. We need whistle blowers people who are people who are not afraid to risk freedom for ability to keep us informed. His lawyers say next week hell file a formal request for the president to grant manning a pardon white house refused to comment. A meeting on how to turn a contaminated wetland into a destination area. Epa has targeted as a clean up site. Epa proposing digging up two feet of contaminated soil. At the moment its a place the gate is locked and there is a illegal dumping. Restoring will cost 12 million tonights meeting will continue at 8 00 p. M. A battle pitting farmers against native americans is playing out in fresno. A Central ValleyWater District wants to prevent flow from the area to protect the salmon run. Members of a tribe traveled to show support for the plan. The tribe says it relies on the fish for livelihood and flamed low water levels threaten the fish population. Weve heard americas cup ses supposed to be a money machine for San Francisco. There is plenty of disappointment along fishermans wharf. Its hard to believe fwhu is the land americas cup passed by. As for the second, well, ask a question of passing tourists. Could you tell me which teams are racing in the americas cup . No. I dont know. Not one single team. Do you know who Larry Ellison is . Absolutely not. Larry ellerson . Has the americas cup been good for you . No. Its been a pain. Frank is a Third Generation fisherman. Let him count the ways. Beginning with detours every time he takes tourists out on the bay. We have people that want to go on road rides to see it. None that have happened. Surprise, surprise. Nor has many dollars. The number some whisper about is 30 less. Only two votes out there. Not a lot to see. He runs a famous restaurant for a sign on the street. Summers are good but this one supposed to be great. If you expect more but get less but more than you would have had for certain until the final vote comes in. Back to smooth shopping. What if there is a way to swap your old stuff for something new . What if we told you its possible to put together back to School Supplies and maybe their clothing for nudge something. Free . Yes. Free is g Michael Finney is here to show us how to do it. I dont like to spend money. With a little luck, you can probably do this, just in a matter of days but the same amount of time would it take to you spend money go out to shop. Its a bargain hunters delight. Is sebastian is ready. The Los Altos Hills boy clearing out unwanted items from book shelf and closet hoping to swap unused items for something new. Boy like new books and maybe board games. His sister is on swap. Com looking to trade her stuff for a gum ball machine. Mom suggests School Supply autos pencils clothing. No not clothing. Swapping not only en vogue, its practical. The Financial Consulting firm estimates the average family will spend 428 on school shopping. Swapping is a great opportunity to provide relief for yourself and other friends and family. These women are part of an organization known as swappo ramma ramma. They swap and take materials and upcycle intojkmyn something better. Erin is with the bay area chapter. Out of a tee shirt. And oun out of a sweater. Its free. Who doesnt like free . Instructors are on hand torch you how to upcycle. There are tons of clothes theyre free. Sebastian and ellens mom likes the idea it gets rid of clutter. I like that it helps us get organized and make room for new thing autos she packs up, sends them and uses any credit to swap for new items or if prefers she can just pocket money. If upcycling is too much trouble for you, you can organize your own swap. If its a small swap with family and friends it would make sense keeping it to a certain age group. With the help of a pta, you can make it a Community Wide event. That is something marita hopes to do this year. People could swap then stuff leftover that nobody is, wants to take well ship to swap. Com. The school will get the funds. Well have links to swappo ramma ramma and swap. Com along with tips on organizing a swap just go to abc 7 news. Com. And then, tonight, on abc 7 news at 11 00 what about sending your things you dont need to buy. That is great. Yes. You can down load the free Smart Phone App to start the day with news head lines live doppler 7 radar and traffic alerts. Visit abc 7 news. Com apps. Still ahead if youre in the market for a new car you might be in for surprise autos yes what. One professional review is tesla model s as safe as testers rated it . The vehicle just received a fivestar rating under new standards by the National Transportation safety board. With the New York Times pointed out model s has not yet been tested by Insurance Institute for highway safety. Those tests fbed by insurance industry. Tesla says bring it on. Were talking cars people would call it a dream job. Test driving a brand new car every day. The job of a car review jer changing these day was the new crop of 2013 cars and buyers could face the same challenge autos if you dont recognize this car is because there are only 2000 of them in the u. S. Its a hyundai. And we want to help people decide. Marty drives more than 100 cars per year that become more complicated. You can push a button. Goes into a sportier mode. Steering gets heavier. Everything from handseling to parking. Rear camera. And this etc. You creep up. Turns out the systems have given complexity. Big screens Voice Recognition makes a car seem like a smart phone or tablet that. Is the whole idea. Youdn1x want 20,000 car to operate with the same fluid feel and ease of use as your 200 tablet. He says theyre not there yet. This particular system uses a knobtype controller im not a fan because it does require you take a hand off the wheel and eye off of the road to operate them. Does this system do what i need to it do . Advice dont forget the real selling point. How it drives you see a pretty car, you want to have it. Then Pay Attention to comfort. And the gas mileage. One part of the job that hasnt changed. Fascinating. Cars Like Computers on wheels. Here is a look at live doppler 7 hd. Its sunny skies right now as day gives way to the evening and night, i should say. Tomorrow, mixed conditions with highs in the 90s, thunderstorms over parts of the sierra and mountains way up north. We may have an isolated storm but there could be a thunderstorm tomorrow, here in the bai area sunny with highs ranging from 60s on the coast to 80s inland. Low 90s inland friday. Cooling down over the weekend mild to warm. Thank you very much. Larry beil is off. Big accolades. This may be going too far but people may disagree. I dont know. On the timed, oakland on a collision backmijxc to back losses to seattle now, hitting the road against baltimore and detroit. Todays matinee started well for oakland turning on the fast ball. Brandon moss, patience, full contact and its gone. 20 into the year for moss. Brenden ryan. Look at this. Charging from first, the throw is perfect and he was safe. Seattle closer shuts it in the ninth. Some would say barry skeet yess ship as a gint sailed theyd be right based on todays game. Giants and red sox. Bruce bocci saying he deserved another start. Two run homer in the second in the third move t cant blame this on barry. A drop. Zito going zplee two thirds allowing six earned runs. There are compliments and ultimate compliments this, would be the latter. Says collin cappernick could be one of the greatest quarterbacks ever. I think the key phrase here is could be. Super bowls longevity. Im working it. To owe me its a great honor. Jim harbaugh is treting him with care. Hes off limits, dont touch or else. Were going against our ones. And felt like its too close to collin for as a way to reemphasize to stay away. Hes important. Jonathan baldwin sunday against minnesota he says hes been welcomed with open arms. Its family, its a tradition. You know, everybody is like brothers people can help me out in teaching me things i need to know. So its been a bige,ykykd the aerial tv coverage of the races pretty cool. They win race four best of 13 finals. Then, raise five. The four one series lead to win seven. It is fun to watch on tv. Thank you. Coming up thieves find a new way to steal your cell and at 11 00 score one for under dog. A big move that has the tech world talking. From all of us here we appreciate your time as au. S this is the jeopardy teen tournament here are todays contestants a senior from covina, california. A sophomore from warner robins, georgia. And a senior from sarasota, florida. And now here is the host of jeopardy alex trebek thanks, johnny. New day, new month, and new players in this, our third quarterfinal match. Arjun, william, and olivia, welcome aboard. Gosh, you all have such beautiful smiles. Youre happy to be here. Great. Lets go to work, shall we . Here comes the jeopardy round for you. And these are the categories. Well give you the villains. Alex all right, good subjects. Arjun, you start. Lets take its elemental for 200, please. William. What is helium . Helium. Right you are. Its elemental for 400. Oops. It looe somebody spilled this element. William. What is mercury . Mercury. Yeah. Its elemental for 600. William. What is titanium . Right. Its elemental for 800. William. What is sodium . Correct. Its elemental for 1,000