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KTVU KTVU Fox 2 News At 4pm February 22, 2018

Regulation are expected to come out of todays white house meeting, President Trump promised tougher background checks and Mental Health screens for gun buyers. His comments came as students stage protest the walkouts across the country renewing your coat demands for stricter gun laws. Reporter the president spent a lot of time listening to families and students about what they went through and also what they want to see lawmakers do. He did not lay down any specific policy during the meeting but he said he would consider and number of things around the same time students at schools across the country walking out of their classrooms. One week after the nations latest School Shooting, hundreds of students and staff gathered at the state capital in florida to demand change. To not change the law in our time of need would be huge disservice to the 17 dead. 13 dead in columbine, 26 dead in sandy hook, 50 dead in orlando, 59 dead in las vegas. This is to every lawmaker, no longer can you take money from the nra, no longer can you fly under the radar doing whatever it is you want to do because we are coming after you. Reporter across the country students may similar demands protesting and walking out of their classes. Spector news to be a background check in order for people to buy again because now it is out of control. Reporter it seems they have the country in this washingtons ear. The president hosted his session today, the topic, improving school safety. There are many ideas that i havent many ideas of others and we will pick out the strongest ideas and we are going to get them done. Reporter President Trump has signaled he is open to tighter gun laws. Sources say he is talking about and considering the idea of raising the minimum age in order to purchase the gun and yesterday he directed the department of justice to band bump stocks he device used during the las vegas massacre. The president also seem to immediately embrace the idea of stricter background checks. Any idea how soon any of these ideas that the president seems to support might actually become your reality . Reporter no clear timeline at this point. He did say very clearly that stronger background checks is something he would get done when he spoke with the idea that another student and parent brought up about potentially arming teachers. That he said was something that would be discussed. The most definitive thing we heard him talk about was background checks but when it comes to when we might see that the white house has not given any indication as to if or when policy might follow. More from the listening session at the white house. About 40 people attended the meeting including six students from parkland, florida and their parents. Terrence of children killed in the School Shootings at Columbine High School in colorado in Sandy Hook Elementary School in connecticut also attended. The president listened as the young survivors from florida spoke out. I was lucky enough to come home from school, unlike some other classmates and teachers. It is very scary, maybe compromise on some solution so no child, person will ever have to go through something so horrific and tragic. Along with stronger background checks the president suggested allowing concealed carry of guns by School Teachers on campus would help protect students. Several students expressed support for President Trump and said they believe the white house will do the right thing. In the bay area there were demands for gun law reforms. More than 50 students walked out of class at Alameda High School and marched to the street. Some parents joined the teenagers Holding Signs that read, enough and never again. What issue the students Want Congress to take up it was a ban on assault rifles like the one used by the teenage shooter in parkland, florida. The details this afternoon as we learn about how authorities in Southern California prevented what couldve been another mass shooting at high school. Alex savidge now with more. With an officer who likely prevented the tragedy. Reporter it was they tip from the School Security guard that allowed authorities to stop this plant attack at high school in whittier just outside of la. During the News Conference the short time ago authorities unveiled collection of weapons including two ar15 assault rifles found at the students home. Days after the massacre in parkland, florida is Security Guard at El Camino High School in whittier over her troubling comments made by his 17year old student. The teenager suggested he was plotting is similar mass shooting. The la county Sheriffs Department was able to stop the student from carrying out the attack taking young men into custody. The sheriff this morning described the student as disgruntled, upset about the dispute with the teacher. The Sheriffs Department took his threat seriously. Indications where he was moving in that direction. We have to go with what we have to work with. Our main interest was to avoid anything like that happening to be able to set the tone very clearly for anybody else watching that we do not tolerate any kind of violence or threats on any school campus. He was angry with a teacher issue but is cell phone in class. He was not allowed to go to her class the next day. Authorities reporter authorities are not identifying the student because he is under age. The teenager is facing in charge of making criminal threats. The students brother was also arrested for possession of illegal weapons. Authority say one of those ar 15s was not registered. The la county sheriff is thankful for the Security Guard who alerted authorities to this plot and he is urging everyone to report any similar threats. To the growing problem of car breakins in San Francisco. Today the city top prosecutor outlined it one milliondollar plan to keep the thieves the way. Henry lee is live with more on the district attorneys new plan. Reporter the da did lay out a three. Plan. He said it will cut down on car burglaries in San Francisco by 20 . At eight News Conference, the da said he wants 1 million to fund a dedicated auto burglary tax force task force that will include crime analyst and investigators. We have one investigator doing the work and that is not enough. Reporter the da city has established the 24 hour tip hotline and website for people to report breakins. The alaniz 4155137737. If you have photographs or descriptions of people that you can give us, then we can share with the police. This is not a replacement for the police report. Reporter the third part of the plan is to push for people to register their surveillance cameras as part of a Citywide Network that way investigators can capture images and video of suspects. The da that will be up to the mayor and board of supervisors to secure funding. The supervisor said the proposal makes sense. They will get to see the pattern across the city and realize who the big regular offenders are. I would be open to finding it dedicated unit. Reporter the overall strategies for Law Enforcement in the community to cooperate in combating car breakins. There almost 30,000 car burglaries in San Francisco last year where roughly 3 to 4 breakins each hour. It is an epidemic. It will require that we work together. Truck that remains that means you monday people how they can avoid becoming victims. To educate midges visitors making sure there not living belongings and their car, making sure we work with our Law Enforcement. Reporter the proposal was submitted to the city today. In three years they hope to funnel make car burglaries they manageable problem and not an epidemic. Coming up at 5 30 mixed reactions to the proposal, is it worth 1 million . The tip hotline, 4155537337. Do not want to sound like skeptic but one of the things that seems to be an issue is we are going to be advertising to tourists who come to San Francisco to take care of their property because there are a lot of car burglaries in the city. Tourism is the number one business in San Francisco. Now we are telling everybody, it is reality but seems like turn off for somebody who wants to come to San Francisco. That might be true but Authorities Say it is worth repeating over and over. You do not want your vacation ruined if you come to the city not knowing about the situation. You can have all your belongings taken away. It has been one year since the devastating coyote creek flood again san jose. We are going in depth hearing from victims year later and learning what has been done to try to prevent this type of disaster in the future. He was a powerful figure whose message on life and spirituality reached millions. And look back at the legacy of billy graham. Who are these people . The Energy Conscious people among us say small actions can add up to something. Humongous. A little thing here. A little thing there. Starts to feel like a badge maybe millions can wear. Who are all these caretakers, advocates too . Turns out, its californians its me and its you. Dont stop now, its easy to add to the routine. Join Energy Upgrade california and do your thing. President trump is among those paying tribute to evangelist billy graham. The 90 and the 99yearold passed away this one. The president to the the great billy graham is dead. Theres no be like him and he will be missed. Very special man. Reporter brett breyer takes look back at the life and times of the pastor who toured and preached almost 200 countries. Jesus said the broad road leads to destruction and justice and the other relates to heaven. Truckee preached two more than anyone in the history. And evangelist who touched tens of millions called by some the protestant pope. The world was his pulpit. Spoke never dreamed they would be night like this in my life. Reporter the reverend billy graham said he first felt the spirit at age 16 after hearing and evangelist preaching charlotte, north carolina. Soon after graham left his familys dairy farm and went to Bible College in florida where he started preaching on the streets of tampa. They have the place where this saloon keeper threw me out into 8 and tell me never to come back. Reporter he received a warmer reception from ruth bell. The two married in 1943. As their family grew so did his ministry. There are problems of sin and habit that cannot be solved outside the person of our lord jesus christ. Reporter 1949 tent revival drew national attention. Is real wondered further from god. Reporter around the world clouds crowds begin filling stadiums come into her message about jesus christ and his heavenly father. I want to tell you about god. Reporter graham became the confidant of presence. He prayed at seven inaugurations. Although he was asked many times to run for office, graham said he was never tempted, he just wanted to preach which he did into his 80s. Have no plans to retire. The lord may have plans. Reporter parkinsons disease slowed him down. I think god sent it to me at this stage to show me that i am totally dependent upon him and when i go into the pulpit to preach, i may have to have help getting to the pulpit but when i get there i can sense the presence and power of the lord. Reporter he lived his life with a sense of humility and integrity that endeared him to billions worldwide. Reaching more than two bill 2 billion people on person, and on television. With his death his efficient his ministry passes on to his family. His son franklin and daughter anne. Was started in the tent is turned into the largest ministry in world history. Billy grahams long active life has come to an end. His message has not. If you remember nothing that i say tonight except one thing, god loves you. The cold air they sink into the bay areas affecting other parts of the country. Extreme weather has hit several states and unfortunately with deadly consequences. It will be chilly again tonight. Not as cold but there will be the chance of sprinkles for tomorrow. I will give you time one what to expect. And here you have a banh mi inspired Fried Chicken sandwich. Youd never find this at a Fast Food Restaurant its a good thing. Is that right, martha . Why dont you try my asian Fried Chicken sandwich . Its made with crispy Fried Chicken strips, crunchy asian slaw and a Gochujang Mayo all on a toasted baguette. Security get him you afraid of a little competition . You want to go to war with me, jack . Do you really . Oh my gosh what i cant smell i cant smell introducing my food truck inspired sandwiches. Only at jack in the box. Ed report shows that Sonoma County was not prepared or equipped to alert people in harms way during the october wildfires. The office of Emergency Services from the state of california has completed its review of the countys warning system. According to the Santa Rosa Press democrat the agency said emergency staff was not fully trained on how to alert people at risk and Emergency Response agencies in the county were uncoordinated. County officials have technology that couldve reached thousands more people through their cell phones but did not use it because they were unsure if it would alert the entire county instead of just those in danger. Temperatures across the bay area climbed a bit today and now other parts of the country are dealing with frigid temperatures. Nine people were killed as storms moved across the country. Parts of texas all the way to new york are in risk of flooding. Reporter folks across most of the country are experiencing wild weather. The massive and deadly storm system is bringing severe flooding from texas to the great lakes. Every rainstorms combined with melting snow to blame. Crews in the any use boats to evacuate residents from homes. I was planning on staying until they came up and said they want everybody out. Reporter authorities in illinois going doortodoor to help with voluntary evacuations is whether the water continues to feel streets and homes. Officials warning drivers to avoid flooded or lowlying areas. People will have to keep it close eye looking for water over the roads. You can, pass. Reporter torrential rainfall in parts of arkansas caused the school bus to get stuck. The rain, snow and ice causing hundreds of car crashes across the midwest, some fatal. It is not all bad. Recordbreaking temperatures delivering an early dose of spring up and down the east coast. It is great, we love it. Everybody is out here walking. Reporter folks are parts of the west missing temperatures 25 to 30 degrees below normal. The weather is not coming to an end. Even snow is on the horizon for several areas affected by the storm. It was sunny out there today. A cold start in a few clouds lingering. Seamster again tomorrow in terms of temperatures. Low 50s, mid50s and plenty of sunshine but also the chance of is sprinkle. Going to pencil and the jet stream as you can see what is going on. This is where all the record warmth is. This is world the weather is that is because you on the side of the trough. Over your where we are we are getting this cool air coming in and that is it. Basically, how we goes how the east coast goes. The dryer we are the wetter they are. It is they curve with the jet stream. I like to make that connection. It is all connected. What happens here affects what happens here. 58 concord, 55 santa rosa. Outside, you can see the beautiful airquality with this pattern. Winter clocking a little more north, a little wind tonight but it will still be cold or cool. I do not think we will see has many upper 20s and low 30s. I think mostly mid30s and low 30s but frosty possibility. Evening chance tomorrow morning for any snow shower or sprinkle. Wednesday evening into thursday morning, fine on the morning commute. Around lunchtime, showers move through. This is the same type of system coming from the north, pretty dry and cold. In the mountains it should be productive to the tune of two inches to four inches of snow. Tomorrow afternoon you see it breaks out but there could be thunderstorm tomorrow or the scattered shower. Donna hamilton in diablo. By friday you are in the clear but then everything changes next week. Next week turns into the more typical Winter Weather pattern. Scattered showers in San Francisco tomorrow morning in the north in the sky cover looks like this. That looks a lot like today. Tomorrow will be almost the same forecast as today. Mid50s, upper 50s in the south bay. 55 kilroy, the six san jose. The five day forecast, and thunderstorm. Things around early next week. More of a wet weather pattern. Tomorrow just like today. Friday is the sunny day and as we head into the weekend, Winter Weather pattern. Next week looks wet. Major League Baseball appears to be backing it proposal to build the new ballpark for the oakland as. The commission talked about his tour of the site during it is conference yesterday at spring training. You call that site it positive because it is located near downtown and along the waterfront. Medford cautions there are numerous obstacles but praised the executives were their hard work in pursuing it ballpark in oakland. The proximity to downtown generally it was a positive. I think any time you have the opportunity to build it ballpark proximate to the water, it can be a break positi

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