Since were leading the country with our economic recovery. The local bargain hunting continued today the official start of black friday. Kron4s mike pelton reports what is not surprising is that one of the busiest locations is a coffee shop. So many people came and shot here over night. By 8 or 9 00 a. M. In the morning some of them showed up and started their shopping adventure. Overnight shoppers, thousands of people pass through since the livermore open up its 6 00 p. M. Last month. This is four hours earlier than leisure. Shoppers have huge bags full of discounted items. Theyre back here shopping for a variety of items. How much did you say . I save more than 50 . Is not 60 . It is still a good deal. The sales are great, you can save a few dollars. You should do that. You must be shopping for other people. No, i am shopping for myself. The marketing director stated that buy them open in early this helps to stagger some of the large crowds and that he helps this most more revenue. S
It is a foggy start. This is the view as we approach the bay bridge toll plaza. We are dealing with areas of low visibility right now, so Half Moon Bay just over a quarter of a mile there, same for sfo. We are expecting that fog to mix out later this morning, making way for a lot of sunshine. It is going to be a little warmer than yesterday. Well break down those temperatures coming up in my full forecast. Marty. Thank you. Today you can get some Holiday Shopping and also support local businesses during Small Business saturday. Kron 4s mike pelton mixing a little business and shopping. Reporter good morning, marty. Yesterday a lot of the Big Chain Stores cashed in, so today you have Small Business saturday. Here in pleasanton you will find a lot of Small Businesses. Object main street theyve even hung a banner reminding residents of the occasion. Theyre encouraging locals to shop at their local stores today. This is one of many cities participating. In San Francisco former mayor willie
Espionage by the north korean government allegedly confessed to his crimes and apologized. Any reaction there . Theres concern that Merrill Newmans heart condition may be a problem while hes being detained overseas. Meanwhile we have word he has issued an apology. Take a listen. Mark in. Reporter in a taped statement, korean war veteran Merrill Newman apologized for his actions including during the korean war. Collected information of the kpa and attacked Communication System and killed three innocent operators, delayed them ammunition supply using explosives, and they attacked the kpa and harassing operations of the rear base 10 times. Arms association escaped from dtrk to south korea. So i asked my guy to help me to look for their families and relatives. Reporter the Korean Central News Agency issued a statement, claiming from newman. He was escortded off his flight last month after a 10day tour of korea. They claimed he perpetrated acts of infringing upon the dignities and sovereign
Now at 8 chaos erupts. Black friday is happening now and this year, it started earlier than ever. The quest for bargains wasnt always calm and peaceful punches were thrown in more than one store. No major incidents to report here around the bay area. But as you just say it was a different story for other shoppers around the country and retailers seem to think the drama is worth it. Chaos as stores that opened and shoppers are stand. There were a lot of shoppers from pr to nasa dealt and some places it did get ugly. There were fist fights and n. C. A stabbing in virginia and a brawl in texas. It was even a shooting. A man trying to still a deal. Stores opened early on but stibnite and walmart will come shoppers as early as 6 00 p. M. They attracted 22 million people. Macys, toys are rows and best buy also opened early. Reactions were mixed. Maligne you do not know, it is fun. I would rather shop on thanksgiving. The zero earlier store hours paid off for some companies. The fact that 15
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