The equities. New tonight, Jana Katsuyama here with the decision. Reporter frank f city county said tonight that they realize the flag is just a symbol. But they are planning to take a very deep look at all city policies to try and improve racial equity. Reporter the u. S. , california and city of piedmont flags grace the corner oversea and highland avenues in the heart of piedmont. But soon, the black lives matter flag will replace that in the coming months. The five counsel members heard Public Comment from more than a half dozen measures. I want to be proud to to tel kids that we lib in a city thats on the right side. Reporter along with fliers a black lives matter matter flag for one month theres also a policy for racial discrimination. The history of piedmonts first black residence, sydney and thelma and their two children who were driven from their home in 1984. Reporter theyre calling for ordinances for any stereotype. Im always cognizant of the lack of diversities in the area.
And im julie haener. The announcement comes amid controversy over Police Tactics and calls for reform but garcia plan today retire years before. Julie, the mayor had on positive things to say about eddie garcia who spent four years affthe chief of police. The chief expressed wanting to move on for some time after personal reasons. Reporter after garcia announced retiring the department lost nearly 600 officers back in 2016. He was so critical in the rebuilding in the morale of the officers and their fact in themselves and their mission. Reporter chief garcia says i came to san jose as a boy from puerto rico and became the chief of police. The chief joined the force in 1992 rising through the ranks. His exurberance was infectious and you can see that he was able to inspire other officers and do better. Reporter the chief collaborated in saying, that the chiefs retirement halses nothing to do with the events. His department comes after offenses are criticized for handling black lives mat
Alongside angels and now we know he is with them. Good evening. Im julie haener. And im frank somerville. A moving tribute today at the u. S. Capital for congressman john lewis. Hes a man who spent decade on the front line of the civil war lines. Were at washington, d. C. Where the public viewing is taking place outdoors because of the pandemic. Reporter right, frank and jewelarchy right now it is quiet outside the capital because the public viewing is over. Theyve moved john lewis casket out tomorrow. Amazing grace reporter a solemn ceremony honoring the life and legacy of gres man and civil rights leader june lewis. His body laying in state at the capital of the rotunda. He sturbernly treated every one with respect and love. Reporter among the visitors paying their respect is Vice President mike pence, and former propriety joe biden. He along with his wife holding their hands to their hearts as they pause to say goodbye. Notably absent, President Trump we says he wont be making his w
This is the biggest championship that has been contested in sports since mid march, biggest far enough. A sporting event unlike any other, a three month delay, extraordinary precautions, and no fans. Good evening, everyone. Im frank somerville. And im julie haner. Normally the pga championship would attract tens of thousands of fans and be a Major Economic boost to its host city. This year, people seem relieved its happening at all. We get live coverage now from ktvu amber lee. Shes at San Franciscos harding park where the tee time is tomorrow morning, amber . That we are just outside the front entrance of harding park. There is a sense of relief and excitement. Supporters say this represents hope as we move forward during this pandemic. Reporter the 2020 pga championship being held at harding park in San Francisco. No spectators allowed. The people working on site to help put on this weeklong event are fans. I just enjoy watching these guys play. They are the best of the best, and jus
It appears that a twitter employee who had access to the twitter Management Panel was compromised and that was the way they got access to all of these otherwise very well locked down accounts. The compromised twitter accounts include bill gates, kanye west and former president obama. Good evening everyone, im frank somerville. And im julie haener. The twitter hack is raising alarms about Tech Security and the potential from anything from election misinformation to stock market manipulation. Live coverage now from ktvus Jana Katsuyama and what we learned about the security breach. Reporter twitter acted quickly to remove the messages that had been placed on the hijacked accounts, but not before the hacker or hackers pulled in 100,000. Experts say its also possible they couldve had access to users direct messages and other data. The scam was a simple message, send money to an anonymous account and get double the funds back. Hacking attack hijacked dozens of highprofile twitter accounts.