On a larger scale, there is measured concern about the snowpack in the sierra which provides about 35 of the states need. 13. 6 inches was the depth recorded. Thats 14 of the historic average. We have half a winter to go. So theres still time to see one or two atmospheric rivers. We do have some storms coming in a couple weeks. They might be warmer storms, subtropical storms. The storm levels may be high, we may not see much improvement with those storms. The water Valley District does have reserves. And imported water stored in southern california. The uncertainty of rain and snow has consumers mindful that another drought can never be ruled out. I think its just going to be an ongoing problem. Were definitely going to have to keep the conservation up no matter what, even if we do have a great winter. In san jose, david louie. In just the last hour, Homeland Security rated 77 Northern California businesses this week, searching for illegal workers. Department officials confirmed inspec
Thanks for joining us, im kristin zee in for ama daetz. Im dan ashley. For the first time in months, three california counties fall into the severe drought category, shown on this map in orange. And todays snow survey found the Sierra Snowpack at 14 of average while statewide its 27 of average. David louie is live with a look at the big picture and a glimpse of what we can expect this year. Theres no question people have been enjoying a string of warm and sunny days, heading out to trails and parks like this one. But there is concern that ha significant dry spell could imperil our water supply. However, the Water District says its a bit early to use word drought. The reservoirs owned and operated bit valley Water District. Theyre primed to capture runoff. But stretchesf sun and warm temperatures have some people wondering about another drought. A trodrought means theres a wa supply shortage. We dont have a water shortage because of the good work our communitys done to conserve water. O
R royal avenue were on lockdown. So all of the High School Students and those preschool kids were all inside and they remained inside for several hours. Theyre still looking for that suspect described as a male hispanic in his 20s. Im live in hayward, leanne melendez, abc7 news. An officer was rammed by car at hayes and pierce. The fleeing driver also struck another car. Reporter the officer that was hit has nonlifethreatening injuries. There are three suspects that are in custody today, one of those suspects was also injured and meantime a couple visiting from orlando who had just arrived here in San Francisco, saw their rental car being broken into moments before that undercover officer sprang into action. Under cover San Francisco Police Officers with northern station were conducting surveillance in the area of alamo square in an area known for car break ins. As officers watched, so did aarons husband. He said come back, our car was smashed, our car was broken. Reporter the couple h
Support animals. Good morning from the studio 57 newsroom at headquarters here in new york. Good to be with you. Im annemarie green. President trump is expected to sign off on a conassiered repub alleging fbi and Justice Department abuse powers. D e spite strong pushback from the fbi and democrats, the toda. It deals with an investigation into possible between President Trump and russia. Her york. W wendy,d nemie. We dont know yet exactly what it says because it has not been madereblicans have stated the document will spell out surveillance abuses by the fb during the russia investigation. Democrats and the fbi said the should never see the light of day. Sources tell cbs news that later today President Trump plans to give the thumbsup to releasing the gop memo on the russia probe. The fourpage document authorized by house chair devin nunes outlines it. American Civil Liberties were abused, then that needs to come to light so that that doesnt happen again. Its not up to President Trump
Its fogfree and a straight shot out of san rafael. About a 20minute ride into San Francisco. Green is good over the altamont. The drive times real fast. 80 into the maze. Looking good. Theres your backup at the bay bridge toll plaza. About 43 minutes or so to get into San Francisco from hercules and sfo. Under ten minutes. Sue, thank you. Were tracking this developing news. Bay area religious leaders and politicians standing in solidarity with immigrants against the threat of i. C. E. Raids ziemts agents audited 77 businesses in San Francisco, sacramento and san jose. Looking for illegal hires like undocumented immigrants. Think the administration is at war against california. And we have to resist. An i. C. E. Spokesperson said the stepped up efforts protect jobs for u. S. Citizens and others lawfully employed. At the Congregational Church of san mateo, organizers promoted a Rapid Response hotline to protect immigrants from i. C. E. Action. Employers audited have three Business Days t