Voters. And were open. Carolina is not one of those polls in the tar heel state closed about half an hour ago in a battleground state that willt be a major focus in the general election. Theres a fierce battle on that ticket for the gubernatorial primary. In the president ial primary, former President Trump leading haley at this point 71 to 26. President biden, the onlyc democrat on the ballot in that state. He easily wins the primary there, as the race is called for him now, two states with open primaries closed at 4 00. Our timeuin vermont. Haley was endorsed by the statesurepublican governor, phil scott, and many believe this might be a state she can compete with trump. You can see about 1t of the vote in. It is just a couple of Percentage Points separating the two. Former president bothuexpected o have big nights tonight, but neither can clinch enough delegates to become their partys presumptive nominees. In vermont. Biden notching a victory, the ap calling the race for him handily now in virginia, with 99 democratic delegates at stake, that race also being called for biden. Now on the republican side, trump and haley both made stops in virginia last week. Trump, the here, and he notches a victory. uthe ap calling the race for him. Haleys campaign, though, holding out hope for other states like utah, maine and massachusetts. That means that nikki haley is going to face a lot of pressure. Can she stay in . What does that look like . Because by the end trump will have sewn up the republican nomination. You also see a number of votes out there for joe biden. What are the uncommitted ballots look like, particularly in a state Like Washington or in minnesota . Hell have the nomination sewn up here pretty quick. One update the ap just trump in north carolina. Now, of course, the delegate haul for both parties. The biggest one is here in california. Polls close at 8 p. M. And a reminder the counting process can be slow. Ballots were sent out. They can be postmarked by today and received within seven days. County Elections Officials have 30 days to verify results. The first set of results, released tonight at eight be early mail n ballots. Then the subsequent releases will be in person voting, so we very well could see shifts in the results and swings as we go. As weve been reporting, one of the closest watched races in the state, the battle forc californias open u. S. Senate seat, a crowded field headlined by four front runners. Thats the latest poll, with garvey, leading democrats and house members barbara lee, katie porter and adam schiff. Those candidates made their last minute pushes this week, and it is going to be tonight as those results roll in. Now back to the top of the ticket. You heard dave mcewen sayuthose uncommitted votes for democrats in the michigan primary, we saw 100,000 voters vote that way over his stance in israel, in gaza. And while its not expected to impact those primaries,c ahead of the novembr general election. So a we are kg tabs on as all these numbers start to roll in. Okay, were talking at the top of the ticket. What are the president ial campaigns watching for tonight . So this is really an opportunity for them to shift trump and biden. They will look ahead to the general anduin addition to biden keeping an eye on those uncommitted voters, both of them are looking at independent voters and young voters. Are the issues that theyre concerned about . Keeping a lot of eye on those exit polls, immigration are issues as well as the economy and as those are big issues that they will play, as well as abortion rights, which will be key, assuming its going to be biden and trump, when can they actually clinch te earliest, probably for former President Trump, his campaign estimates, is about march 12th for biden is march 19th. But again, that will just them the presumptive nominees as we nominating contests at theal conventions over this. Here in findfornia, the senate race, it feel steve garvey is side. I find it find out what california,c what type of liberal they want in washington, dc. Are we going to want a progressive, a centrist . Anduwho will be the top democrat at the end of the evening . And that has been a lot of spconcern for katie porter and barbara lee, is that if they are kept out of the top two, that we may see to roll in over if those two are locked out, that prevents a progressive from being race. In addition, if those two are locked out, that prevents a woman from being in this race. And just a fact here, california has had a woman senator since 1y92. So if it is garvey and shift as the polls predict, that would be immense change for california in the upper chamber. All right. Well, a lot to talk about tonight. And we will keep watching. Greg. Thank you. See you in a little bit later. Thanks, greg. Arizona senator Kristin Sinema says she is not running for a second time. The registered independent posting on social media today that she is proud of the work that she has done for her home state, but will not be seeking reelection. Sinema broke with the Democratic Party in december of 2022, and in recent years has been working across the aisle with republicans in her departure video, she said that Party Divisions government and causing dysfunction. Republican kari lake and democrat Ruben Gallego will likely face off for the key seat, a race which could tip the balance of power in the United States senate and make sure to stay up to date as the Election Results do come in by the minute. Just head to ktvu. Com on your smartphone. Oakland mayor shengtao today said that crime isudown, especially in Business Districts where police have walked their beats and focused efforts on car burglaries. Our Crime Reporter henry lee is here now at the nu. Henry julie, the stats crimes down. But one thing with crime stats, its all in the eyes of the beholder. So actually the numbers are down. So im going to push back on that. Oakland mayor shengtao rejecting any narrative that crime is on we are seeing that crimes and homicides are all trending down. Everything on mornings on two. Tao, citing Oakland Police categories over the past three months is down compared to the same time in previous years, especially in Business Districts with concentrated Police Foot Patrols and crime suppression teamsc. The robberies, the commercial burglaries, you know, the shipping, all of that has gone down. Its trending down. But its also notable what the mayor didnt report. According to Oakland Police stats, i review for the same time period, robberies are up 40 from last year, with home invasions going from 8 to 18 so far this year. A 125 increase and stats arent of any comfort to crime victims at temescal alley, a trendy North Oakland shopping spot where burglars recently broke into five businesses, merchants are frustrated with some. Complaining. Oakland police didnt show up for hoursc andc when they did come, like they have in previous break ins, there all they could do was document what happened after the fact. We so many times. The police, the only thing they do is write notes,umake a report. But its nothing happen. Nothinggs being done about this. Many merchants appreciate foot patrols, but those officers arent and their visible presence could arguably push would be criminals to and we most definitely dont want to discount the experiences of victims. Its, you know, if you have been victimized. This is this is serious. Magnus lofstrom is policy director of criminal justice at the Public Policy institute of california. I think that perceptions might take a little while to adjust if these decreases that have been reported are are sustainable. Now, another issue that could potentially alter statistics. Some crimes go unreported, somes have been hit repeatedly. Dont want to jack up their insurance rates. Say they do encourage online reporting for things track crime trends live in the newsroom. Henry lee, ktvu, fox two news. All right, henry, thank you. And new crime numbers also out in San Francisco. And they show a significant drop in both Violent Crime and property crimes. San Francisco Police touting the new data. So here are the numbers. Over the past year, Violent Crime down 17. San Francisco Police also pointing out there was not one homicide in the city last month. When it comes to property crimes, including car break ins and retail theft, dropped 37, robberies declining 20, and theres been a 14 fewer amount of burglaries. And taking a closer look at the last six months, specifically, the Police Department says since september, Violent Crime is down 4, property crime down 30. Police in fremont are investigating a shootout injuret happened around 945 this morning near stevenson boulevard and albright street off of interstate 880. Police say they found one person suffering fromc spa gunshot wound. That victim s taken to a nearby hospital. Skyfox flew over the scene. Investigating two cars police say there were no threats to the public, and officers believe this was an isolated incident. The search suspected of carrying out a deadly mass shooting at a Birthday Party in monterey county. This happened sunday night thats just about 45 minutes southeast of salinas. Witnesses say three people Wearing Masks got out of a car right in fronts and started shooting. Four people were killed, including a woman celebrating her 32nd birthday. Seven others were injured, two of them in critical condition. Tonight. It is unknown why the shooters targeted the home. A 20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those parents in berkeley are being warned about an attempted kidnaping. The Berkeley Unified School district says a child was approached by a driver in a white van or suv, child was walking home from ruth act Elementary School. The suspect reportedly asked the student to get into the car. The child did not get inside and instead ran home. District officials are asking everyone to be and report unknown or suspicious vehicles. East Palo Alto Police detectives are searching for the citys first homicide of the year. As ktvu , up until this killing, crime. For one year, eastupalo alto has been free of sidewalk memorials honoring murder victims near the corner of university and bell, the first such memorialufor 2024. What happened that night, i cant really explain too much. I was over there getting something to eat off the table over was some guy hit the other guy. This man who doesnt want his identity revealed, says he sawt two men get stabbed last month. Surveillance video released by police shows a fight on the corner around 9 00 at night, february 8th. An unidentified suspect stabs one man whos been identified as frank finney. The second victim wasnt seriously hurt. The suspect then gets in a white suv and leaves the scene. Finney was being treated at a nearby hospital for his injuries but died last saturday. Franklin school, you humble, quiet. Looked out for people. We with my partner. The homicide in february breaksua streak of murders in t. There were five homicides. And all those cases have been solved. Investigators now hoping the public will help them solve this latest case. I dont believe this is going to start a trend, because we do have officers actively going out there. uand again, building that, that community trust, that, community policing, and, and were actively stopping and talking to, to subjects out there. Detectives believe finding the white suv that left the scene will yield clues and possibly a suspect, but they dont have a plate number or vehicle make or model. So theyre asking residents to call if they have information. I hope they catch the suspect and serving justice. You know what im saying . Could mr. Nittis family in east palo alto, jesse gary, ktvu, fox two news, ktvu is your Election Night headquarters. We will keep you up to date throughout the hour as polls close across early numbers comeo our newsroom. Eight years of erosion posing some serious near the caldecott tunnel. To pt further damage. A diners are rallying to save a San Francisco restaurant and make sure that it stays here in San Francisco. Im christienukafton. 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Com surfsp now theres another qution peope asking. Whats going to happen to the Cheesecake Factory . Ktvu is christian captain joins us now live in the city, and christian people are actually se Cheesecake Factory inside that iconic location. Yeah, julie, its one of those favorites. A lot of people have warm associations with it. And while theumacys has said it will be closing this location soon, fans of the Cheesecake Factory are saying that they hope that the casual dining restaurant remains right here in union square. The Cheesecake Factory in San Francisco is known for its generous portions and spectacular view. Amidstt word that macys will be closing its union square location, Cheesecake Factory customers now hope they dont lose the restaurant, known for its famously large menu and signature dish. Because i like the view, my grandchildren loves to play around here and we. I hope it doesnt go please, please people, come and save our Cheesecake Factory customers have even taken to social media asking about the future of the restaurant and saying that on this super tuesday, there should be a ballot measure to prevent the Cheesecake Factory from closing. n diners say theyre hopeful. Well, igm sorry to see macys go, but i think Cheesecake Factory will will survive. I think itll be fine. Its a its a popular place. Its all over. With recent upscale dining additions to union square, customers say the Cheesecake Factory is still a casual dining option. Its not exactly a fancy pants place, but, you know, it certainly gets the business. So no, i and we can share its more interesting dishes. uyou know, theres a lot of variety and thats kind of fun. Its a fun place. I dont go for a serious dining there, but its a fun place. The Cheesecake Factory has been here since the year 2000, and the union squareualliance says its one of the companys says it will do everything itce can to and to make sure that the Cheesecake Factory. I personally think there is still a place for macys and in certainly for the Cheesecake Factory, you know, it is it is one of those things thats just so near and dear to our hearts and our experiences, and really important to this concept of something for everyone. The Cheesecake Factory at this point. We havent heard back hor this location on union square. Were live in San Francisco two news. Yeah, its such a core piece right there in the city. I remember when i used to be there where macys was christian. Is there any word whats macys . Ia giant retail space. It is such a giant retail space that is the proverbial 64,000 question, right . At this point, we still dont know to hold for the macys location here. As you heard earlier still hopeful that macys will be here down form or maybe they can work something out. So theyre still hoping that they can keep this space as retail. And weve the e of weeks, and people have had some great ideas of trying to turn this into a dining destination or into a kind of an experiential place that you can come and really enjoy the area and enjoy all that the union square has to offer. Yeah. All right. Well, we will look forward to whatever they work out. Christian captain reporting live in the city tonight. Christian. Thank you. Tunnel road sits right above all four of the caldecott tunnef unaddressed erosion threatens to bring part of the roadway down. Ktvu tom vacar live tonight from the Oakland Hills with more on this story. Tom well, consider this any steep road side slide thats also undermining the road, which is happening here could eventually and maybe quickly make that road fail. This landslide at the corner of tunnel road and bay forest lane in the Oakland