City. Power to the people reporter speaking your mind versus staying safe. Black lives matter reporter its a delic ampde decision they must weigh. Mace, tear gas. It doesnt do any good. You know, what we really need is reform. Reporter after police used chemicals to disperse crowds in at least four bay area cities. San jose, walnut creek, santa rosa and oakland, where jennifer lee was hit with a flash bang. The next day, it blistered over, you could see the sparks went off of my back. Reporter today the San Francisco council announced the right to demonstrate chemical agents that should not be used in war time, where its banned or on our own population. Reporter now the call to ban the use of tear gas gained traction when doctors began speaking out saying it using it on protesters during a pandemic could enduce coughing and relisa new wave of covid19. If you want to go ahead and ban it, that is fine. Let it be known, we didnt use any of it in San Francisco. Reporter tracy mccray said that front line officers do not carry tear gas and only Tactical Units can use it if they are called in. We will retreat. We will try and go had in and safely, and try to detain that person. Reporter supervisors say if the ban passes it will take a few weeks to go in to affect. Until then, they are calling on governor newsome, to take immediate action by way of executive order. In San Francisco, lele tan, nbc bay area news. Well, san joses mayor and police chief got an earful about how they handled the protest. The people denounced the police. You may have watched those protests live on the air. Police say they were responding to people throwing rocks and bottles and attacking them. While the chef chief while t defends his officers, making limit on when they can use rubber bullets, they are examining all tactics after they do after every situation. Did we do everything perfect . Absolutely not. Is there better training we can have . Yes. Chief said that he reached out to Community Leaders and groups to help continue to conversation can. Todays hearing will continue on friday when the city council will be asking the chief questions. George floyds private funeral was in houston today. But it was watched and streamed live to a worldwide audience. In oakland, they celebrated his life in true oakland style. Nbc bay area is there with the details. Melissa . Well, raj, that vigil for george floyd here in downtown oakland has wrapped up and earlier there was a sprawling vibrant Community Alter for george floyd, i want to show you what that alter looks like right now. You see it there, there are flowers and candles lit for george floyd, its not just him. You see there, theres photos of Breonna Taylor and ahmad arbery. They were googling for black live matter events to take their Young Children to. The reason they chose this event to bring their little ones to. This was a celebration of George Floyds life. And more than 100 people took part in todays vigil, organized by the green lining 360 center and an Advocacy Group that focuses on racial and economic justice. And there was an alterer that was covered in flowers that was dedicated to unarmed men and women who died at the hands of police. And organizers with the latino Equity Project explained the significance of the alter. They are people who are honored by a alter. Its about expressing our love and solidarity to our Black Brothers and sisters. Its community empowerment. What makes it special. People from all walks of life are here from children to elder. And people are being encouraged to leave flowers, photos, messages of hope at this Community Alter right here on 14th and franklin and there was live music. There was live dancing and moments of, it felt like a cultural festival even. And some of the speakers included one of the most prominent speaker, former black panther and political activist was here speaking to the community and telling what she feels from what has been seen happening in the country you ve. Oakland mayor libby shaff is signing on to having police reform. She signed president Barack Obamas reform pledge. It calls for oversight bodies to address police use of force policies. To read what each bay area mayor had to say on police reform, go to our website. And we have put together a page where you can read the statements and see what each mayor stands for. A policy change in San Francisco, the city will help any victim of Police Violence. Today, District Attorney announced both victims and witnesses of Police Brutality will be eligible to pay for funeral expenses, and counciling. It makes sense that victims of Police Violence receive the same financial help that any other crime victim will receive. The bottom line is that people should not have to rely on a go fund me page to pay for a funeral of their son or daughter when they have been killed by law enforcement. The president of the San FranciscoPolice Officers association agrees that all crime victims should receive support. But called todays move a political ploy by the da. Governor newsome visited oakland, and tried to learn more as the businesses try to reopen. He went to a caribbean restaurant in downtown oakland. He listened to the concerns facing Small Businesses. He addressed the possibility that a spike in covid19 cases may happen. But he said that california is ready. We have made it clear that we anticipate an increase in total number of positive cases. We also made it clear that concur ant recognition and commitment that we are in a substantially different place than we were, 90 days ago. Governor adds that every day, they look at the number of positive cases as of now, they continue to be very similar to the past three weeks. He said that the state continues to allow can counties to determine individually when each county thinks its safe to reopen. Well, a message from b. A. R. T. Tonight. Warning riders about an employee who just tested positive for covid19. B. A. R. T. Said that the employee last worked on sunday and spent the did i on stati and spent stations and trains throughout the season. The video shows that he on masks and gloves and had no contact with the riders but did come in contact with other employees. Those employees have been quarantined. This is the first employee that has tested positive for coronavirus on b. A. R. T. The biggest spike in coronavirus cases, this coming as they start to ease restrictions and open businesses. Not just big businesses, kids returning to Public Schools and summer camps are in full swing. It may look like any june day in 2019, at the diablo creek golf course, if not nor the covid19 signage. The people have taken on a new attitude. They have been cooperator in what they are requiring. Daily tee times are up. 300 golfers a day over the last month. The facility hosting a first youth camp of the season for those who are ready to participate. Some of the parents are more can considerate about getting back involved, they decided to wait for another session. The parents may take notice from this graphic published today, showing 65 new coronavirus cases on monday. The highest single day total since the pandemic began. What is unclear is whether the spike is because businesses have reopened or just the results of increased testing. The county Health Spokesman saying they are still investigating. Either way, everyone is trying to figure out how to balance the new normal with these old pastimes. The masks may be one step too far for the Tennis Courts specifically. When i was trying to teach with a mask on, couldnt breathe. Those at the Community Pool are getting ready to open. They have the green light, but the manager said the week from monday is the goal. The facility is still ironing on out the new practice and waiting on a shipment of ppe for employees. The new Standard Equipment in a post covid world. One of the most anticipated reopenings concerned hair salons here in Contra Costa County. That is set to start with masks required. Nbc bay area news. Tom, thank you and we are keeping track of the restrictions that are easing across the bay area. It is confusing but we laid it out for you. Visit our website, nbc bay area. Com. To see the full list of what is open and what remains closed. Some of your Favorite Stores are no more shut down caused by the covid19 pandemic. It led to thousands of retailers to permanently shut their doors. J. C. Penney and pier 1 imports are the first to file for bankruptcy. That number could reach as hyatt 25,000 Retail Stores by the end of 2020. Up next, are you ready for Outdoor Dining . When you will be able to sit down and eat in San Francisco. Plus the addressing diversity where theres little. A sharks player drops the hockey stick and picks up the megaphone to take on racial injustice. Tracking the heat for tomorrow. We will update you on the state resevoirs is, you may like what we have coming our way. That is coming up in about eight minutes. Well a long awaited taste of what is to come, San Franciscos mayor announcing that restaurants in the city can begin seating guests outdoors as early as friday. That is way ahead of the previous time line. The todays surprise had foodies cheering and restaurants prepping. Reporter im here in north beach where they have outdoor seating and they are excited to once again seat tables. The owner of this restaurant hopes in a few days customers will be sitting under the umbrellas, enjoying dining outside. Restaurants with permitted outdoor seating can serve customers at tables. Starting friday. An option restaurants in santa clara a county began offering last friday. Other parts of california reopened, and other cities and counties, people are already outside and dining and you know, we are a bit behind them, but we are getting there. So, im excited on to, you know, actually be a part of that. Customers, many who spent the last 11 weeks eating out of the styrophome containers is ready for it. Im ready for it. Im sure they will keep the social distancing in place. I think people are aware enough. Theres rules that come along, servers have to wear masks at all times and tables must be six feet apart. San francisco has more than 4,000 restaurants to choose from. But only a fraction will initially benefit from the new order. This Seafood Company restaurant has been around since 1937. Like many other restaurants in the city, it has no outdoor seating. The owner said he is applied for a permit to allow a couple of tables you said s outside. Ive been in the business all my life and its a big change. So we just got to adapt. And start learning all over again. He said that no matter what happens with his permit, he sees allowing Outdoor Dining as the first course on the menu that will eventually include reopening all San Francisco restaurants. In San Francisco, nbc bay area news. Okay, to San Francisco is a go starting friday, where else can you sit down and have a meal in the bay area right now. You can see seven of the nine counties have reopened and Alameda County, here in red, is the one that is not doing it. San francisco, we just showed you is joining them. Alameda county Holding Strong and not allowing outdoor restaurants to start ep with social distancing and guidelines in place. Contra costa county will allow them to open a week from tomorrow. All other counties in the ready have not announced a reopening day for salon, what about retail shopping. Its a mixed bag in the bay area. Six counties in green saying you can come in. And others will allow it on june 15th. And only Alameda County has no plans to let shoppers in Retail Stores. Lets look at how the cases are going. Santa clara county, reporting 46 new cases. It has over 3,000 cases overall. And Contra Costa County has 68 new cases and a total of almost 1800 cases. Here you go, and of course the one that has still the most amount of cases is alameda, close to more than any other county. What is not clear yet is whether the small spikes we have seen are the result of easing restrictions or an increase of testing or if its a combination of both. Almost 500 people have died so far in the bay area because of the coronavirus. Well, check the calendar, twitter and square are making june teeth a company holiday. Its on june 19th. Its the day many africanamericans celebrate the emmancipation of slavery. The emancipation proclamation was read to after kricanameric. The nhl is not that diverse and one of player is wanting to change that. Around to the corner. Pavelski, throws it to the net, they score San Jose Sharks evander kane is not just waiting for hockey to restart. He is trying to make hockey morin inclusive on the ice and in the stands. Unfortunately hockey has taken on a narrative as an elitest sport. Kane talked about the hockey diversity alliance. Which he said is more necessary than ever given the current climate. We could just stand by, and allow these things to continue to happen. Whether its society or in our sports. So, kane and six other current and former nhl players want to broaden the appeal of hockey to all ages and backgrounds. We want to help create a more diverse game. More diverse fan base. And have everyone feel comfortable in their own skin. Kane, shoots, scores minority players make up 3 of the lead. He said that the sharks are supporting his push to change that. And Colin Kaepernick is too. In for the twopoint conversion. He has been the leader of the whole movement. When he first took a knee. A movement now heading to the ice. In san jose, scott budman, nbc, bay area news. Well the season is over for the warriors as we have seen for the last several weeks the players are still active. They gave a virtual congratulations to every graduating High School Class acrosses the bay area. Congratulations to the bay area class of 2020. You guys did it. And you did it under some pretty unique and uncertain circumstances to say the least. So, congratulations, now, its time to go out and conquer the world. The last few months have taught everyone, expect the unexpected and be able to adapt, and dont let, anything, anything, stand in your way. Good advice from steph curry. Warriors head coach, steve kerr and Klay Thompson and oakland native, Juan Anderson addressed the class of of 2020. We will need their help, jessica. Yeah, a lot of facial hair there from all the guys, right . Are you noticing that around town, everyone is just kind of growing out the beard. The covid beard. Jeff and i should get involved. Hi, jeff its warm for a beard. Dont tell the bosses. I did did two days in a row, guys. Whoa. I know. I know. Not today. And we have been tracking the heat as jeff mentioned. Any kind of long hair, facial beard, whatever you have going on there. Definitely might get uncomfortable. Lets take you to the micro climate forecast, we have been tracking a serious note, a fire. A relatively small fire that was down in independence high school. It seemed that they are getting a handle on it. I wanted to let folks know in that area, we still have wind gusts up to 20 miles an hour. Any kind of smoke from the hot spot. It will be going off the to the south near independence high school. Also down towards allen rock avenue. The fire was near may bury road and jackson avenue here off to the north. But the smoke would be blowing off towards the south for many hot spots as the firefighters will be closely monitoring that tonight. As you get the broader perspective, not much clearer. You can see, warmer upper 80s, and even San Francisco at 70. As we move through tomorrow, we have numbers bumping up a couple more degrees. 81 in oakland, mid 70s in San Francisco. A little hotter as we roll through tomorrow. Notice that its inincreased shower chances 35 possibility. I will have more on that, but i did also want to give you a quick look at the reservoirs, we are doing good. We did have a few strong storms this season and a healthy year last year. So a lot of Southern California now 100 plus. Northern california anywhere from 87 to 97 of normal. I dont think any water restrictions over the next 45 days. Theres a bit of news. And we will talk about the rain chances ahead, coming up in 25 minutes. So, i did shave today for the record too. Clean shaven, looks great. Like a gillette commercial. The bay area going to add another street mural. We have seen caravans for graduatations and now its for social justice. They are making their way from contra costa college, and ending in Kennedy High School in richmond. Drivers honking horns and Holding Signs out of the window to honor the life and memory of george floyd. And berkley will soon be like other cities who painted black lives matter on their streets. We showed you the past couple of days, berkley now planning its own version, which will be on the street in front of city hall. The details are being discussed and the goal is to have it finished by this week. Regardless o