if you could make the decision, would you keep collin kaepernick on the 49ers? why or why not? >> let us know what you think. post the comment on our ktvu facebook page. you can also tweet us with the hashtag ktvu. >>> we will help get you out the door and to where it is that you are going. sal castaneda is here to do just that. >> all right, gasia and dave. we do have slow traffic all over the place and we are looking at the san mateo bridge right now because of it pretty busy trying to cross the bay, as you can see. it's not stop and go right at the moment but it does stop, start every once in a while and we do have track that is going to be busy. traffic is going to be bus -- busy at the bay bridge which is nothing new. the richmond bridge has been a problem. it's getting a little better now after an early morning crash heading from san rafael to richmond. but from san rafael to richmond slow. look at hercules. 680 between concord and walnut creek slow, heading to the walnut creek interchange. 7:18. let's go to steve now. >> thank you, sir. more high clouds than low clouds.

so collin kaepernick has done a good point of saying we ought to get in the way. stop take a look at these issues and not make it that it's not to be considered. the message is what's important, not the messenger. >> what he told us, his next step is tomorrow night in san diego where he doesn't plan to stand during the anthem. should there be more substance now that the national attention is on him. what should be his next step in the message. >> the messenger doesn't have to necessarily have a broad outline of a process. that is for other people to pick up that particular message and go forward. he's not a lawyer, he not a doctor, he's not a political activist. it's important to stay focussed on the issue. if he sticks to it the rest of the year. that's terrific. other people have to take that message and use it. there's so much criticism to it, that means we ought to listen and hear what that message is and the people who have the ability to change that process should listen and talk about it. >> he's a guy who can change it, he's makes millions of dollars. >> b

all roads leads to collin kaepernick right now whether they like it or not. a sfx: "gulp" what are you doing? sfx: "burp" i'm having a small snack. gross. don't live with ants. get raid ant & roach spray. raid??? raid kills bugs dead. sc johnson >>> good evening, 49ers play chargers this thursday and coach chip kelly is standing right in the middle of hurricane kaep, it's swirling around everybody. blaine gabbert is not expected to start. san diego being a big military town, expect him to get booed. what do they do if sponsors start to bail on the team? he's unvadable now, also, even if a team wanted to take a chance on a guy with declining skills and a large contract. nobody wants him. kaep is going to get a bunch of snaps while gabbert watches as the presumptive regular-season starter. >> we feel like we've got to build an understanding because of collin missing those first two games. >> they just lost one of them the season, wide receiver and return specialist placed on injured reserve list because of a torn hamstring a's and outfielder coco chris for the

>>> a big story, tonight, 49ers quarterback collin kaepernick under fire for sitting down during the national anthem. thanks for joining you us. >> cap defending himself saying "i'm not going to stand you to show pride in the flag for our country that oppresses black people and people of color." >> this is the picture all over social media showing him sitting down. it was taken by jennifer lee chen of niner nation. you can you see him sitting by the water cooler. >> we are getting mixed reaction. at levi stadium, we spoke to fans about cap's actions. >> reporter: residents react to walnut creek's first homicide this year. overnight. 38-year-old courtney brown gunned down blocks away from the police station. >> very surprising. this is such a family-oriented place. this is where people come. we are here with our babies an our dogs. >> during the day, and in the evening, any time of night we come out -- >>> that was the wrong story. we'll work on getting the right ones to you, our story line continues online, can you see exactly what cap said after refusing to stand with his team as we

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we come today, this man is a millionaire collin kaepernick. he's making dozens of millions of dollars. people are saying how could you persecuted when you're a millionaire? people don't realized between jim brown's era and kaepernick. you have chris jackson who prosecuted in many ways the first iraqi war under george wbush. he was and nba player. you have carlos puerto rican. he says i'm not coming out for god bless america because you're bombing in my home country. there's a lot of fall-out to be sure. but a lot is around military action. >> let me ask you about that. we heard the coach of the washington redskins say our team just spent time with the military. i believe there's no greater thing than to honor those who have served the country and some voiced our decent in this country to things that are unfair. it reveals this country is very much a work in progress and some people will not be rational >> we got social media now, and it seems to influence the level of discussion and whether or not it stays on an intellectual level or deinvolve

. >> san francisco 49ers quarterback collin kaepernick causing a fire literally. fans, or exfans burning his jersey all because kaepernick refuses to stand for national anthem. the quarterback standing by his decision saying our country oppresses black people. as you can guess, many are outraged. [national anthem] >> there's a lot of things that need to change. one specific solid police brutality. >> very courageous act. to sit on your ass as a third string quarterback likely to be cut. very, very, very courageous. >> there are a lot of things going on that are unjust. >> i find the words of collin kaepernick reprehensible, disgusting. >> you, mr. kaepernick don't love our country, get the [bleep] out of it, okay? >> i understand his point of view but i don't think that was the right arena to do so. >> sit on your butt in the country that made you the star and the wealthy millionaire that you are. >> former florida congressman and executive director of the national center for policy analysis lieutenant colonel allen west goes "on the record." good evening, sir how

at the same time for collin kaepernick to sit like that, i think it shows how little appreciation he has for the fragile nature of this country. sometimes you think what would i do my mother would do if i were doing that. what would you do if the gold star family were lined up in front of you or veterans? would you show that kind of the you are lack of respect for that flag? listen, we all know america's not a perfect place. if we all sat down because we had a grievance or felt the injustice in this country, we would all sit at some point. but we all stand with a hand over our heart or saluting because we stand for freedom in this country, the people given their lives for. stand up, show some respect, and go out and protest if you want to. trish: very well put, pete. now, i understand you spoke with a former fan. >> there's a lot of former fans of collin kaepernick these days. . trish: what did he do? >> he said i love the 49ers, i used to love kaepernick. i don't want politics from my quarterback. i want my quarterback to hit open receivers and hand off when necessar. trish: we've s

>>> our top story, tonight, 49ers quarterback, collin kaepernick, taking a stance by sitting down during the national an them. thanks so much for joining us. >> he is taking alot of heat for his decision, he defended himself saying -- it happened during last fight's pry season game versus the green bay packers, right here at levi stadium in santa claira. cap went on to say it was bigger than football and "it would be selfish on my part to look the other way." -- >> this is ache tour all over social media, showing him sitting down. taken by jennifer lee chen from niner nation. the team is on the side line, standing up for the national an them and as we take a closer look, cap is sitting by the water coolers. in a staple, the nfl officials say players are encouraged, but not required to stand during the playing of the national an them. the 49ers coach, chip kelly held a conference call today and addressed the issue >> he did the same thing in the denver game. we recognize his right to express his feelings. >> reporter: does this have any impact whatsoever on the football side? no, it does

. >> you'll hear from coach and a status of collin kaepernick. . >>> collin kaepernick will not play in the game in denver. he showed no signs of discomfort but niners don't want to rush him back. >> talking to him he says he heels good but we don't want to throw him back out there so from what we understand, he'll throw a little bit more today and hopefully we can get them back next week. >> niners had packers next week. oakland trails 14-3. >>> cal bears open their season in hawaii. cal returns four starters including aaron cochran. >> good thing is that brandon does a good job of rotating guys through. and you know, it just comes down to what we've talked about all the time. and being able to play with a bunch of different guys. >> stanford offense, big play receiver michael rector returns for his fifth year. he scored 12 touchdowns with 1300 yards. after finishing third, he expected cardinals to be in the national title picture. >> every team wants to be the best in the nation. in january, we think guys that can have a run on it. >> had year, it's better than last year. it means

. >> you'll hear from coach and a status of collin kaepernick. ♪ ♪ award winning interface. award winning design. award winning engine. the volvo xc90. the most awarded suv of the century. . >>> collin kaepernick will not play in the game in denver. he showed no signs of discomfort but niners don't want to rush him back. >> talking to him he says he heels good but we don't want to throw him back out there so from what we understand, he'll throw a little bit more today and hopefully we can get them back next week. >> niners had packers next week. oakland trails 14-3. >>> cal bears open their season in hawaii. cal returns four starters including aaron >> good thing is that brandon does a good job of rotating guys through. and you know, it just comes down to what we've talked about all the time. and being able to play with a bunch of different guys. >> stanford offense, big play receiver michael rector returns for his fifth year. he scored 12 touchdowns with 1300 yards. after finishing third, he expected cardinals to be in the national title picture. >> every team wants to be t

. >> today, abc7 news went inside of the 49ers locker room to see what collin kaepernick's, he says he is showing support for people who are oppressed. abc7 news reporter dayo lynn tyler joins us with reaction. >> today, his teammates said they may not agree with his decision, but they support his rights to protest. >> reporter: responding to the 49er quarterback's decision to not stand during the national an krem, kaepernick explained he is protesting racism and police brutality. >> that is something that needs to change. >> reporter: his team seems to resuspect his rights to free speech. but there is condemnation. jim harbaugh, now with the university of michigan. >> i don't respect the motivation, or the action. >> the san francisco police officer's union sent a letter to the 49ers and nfl commissioner. we will not stand by while he attacks police officer was statements such as people are on paid leave while people are color are killed. it's not the first time athletes used their celebrity to spark a debate. track stars tommy smith and john carlos raised their fists during the natio

. >> today, abc7 news went inside of the 49ers locker room to see what collin kaepernick's, he says he is showing support for people who are oppressed. abc7 news reporter dayo lynn tyler joins us with reaction. >> today, his teammates said they may not agree with his decision, but they support his rights to protest. >> reporter: responding to the 49er quarterback's decision to not stand during the national an krem, kaepernick explained he is protesting racism and police brutality. >> that is something that needs to change. >> reporter: his team seems to resuspect his rights to free speech. but there is condemnation. jim harbaugh, now with the university of michigan. >> i don't respect the motivation, or the action. >> the san francisco police officer's union sent a letter to the 49ers and nfl commissioner. we will not stand by while he attacks police officer was statements such as people are on paid leave while people are color are killed. it's not the first time athletes used their celebrity to spark a debate. track stars tommy smith and john carlos raised their fists during the natio

less likely collin kaepernick will see action saturday against denver. kaep did not throw for practice because of soreness in his shoulder. niners don't believe there is any long-term damage but the shoulder just needs rest and a former first round pick of the vikings saw some action with the raiders last year and looked pret regood. but was released in the final cut. oakland next plays at green bay thursday. the team broke camp in napa and feeling good about themselves. and quarterback derek carr can find the positive after taking a beating in practice. >> there is a lot of fun. plays being made. and it sucks and we've talked about this. it's nice to see that. and those things so this camp is fun to see the team grow. it really was. >> the giants have signed a 41-year-old joe nathan to a contract. and pitched two and a third innings. >>> oakland has the bases loaded with one out in the first and marcus simeon lines to left center the d's finally broke through in the third. ryan ely comes home, now in the sixth, oakland clinging to a lead. u.s. olympic m

reporter: collin kaepernick's national anthem played before a preseason game, saying he'll continue to sit in silent protest of what he calls systemic racism. >> isn't something that should be hidden and shouldn't be talked about. these conversations need to happen. i think it can bring everybody closer. >> reporter: outraged fans burning his jersey, accusing him of disrespecting the armed forces. other nfl players speaking out like giants star victor cruise. the flag is the flag. you respect th up with your teammates. it's bigger than you, in my opinion. and the baltimore ravens player who deferred service for the nfl. >> i'm humbled for those who came before me and have given their lives so i can play on the field. that was his right and he's going to do what he has to do. >> reporter: the 49ers coach saying there will be no repercussions. >> it's not my right to tell him not to do something. that's his right as a citizen. players from expressing their opinions but because of the public response, he'll be having a conversation with the team sometime this week. >>> in a little town in

visit att.com/accessnow to learn more. >>> it's looking less likely collin kaepernick will see action saturday against denver. kaep did not throw for practice because of soreness in his shoulder. niners don't believe there is any long-term damage but the shoulder just needs rest and a former first round pick of the vikings saw some action with the raiders last year and looked pret regood. but was released in the final cut. oakland next plays at green bay thursday. the team broke camp in napa and feeling good about themselves. and quarterback derek carr can find the positive after taking a beating in practice. >> there is a lot of fun. plays being made. and it sucks and we've talked about this. it's nice to see that. and those things so this camp is fun to see the team grow. it really was. >> the giants have signed a 41-year-old joe nathan to a contract. and pitched two innings. >>> oakland has the bases loaded with one out in the first marcus simeon lines to left center the d's finally broke through in the third. ryan ely comes home, now in the sixth, oakland clinging to a lead. u.s.

reporter: collin kaepernick's act o fire storm. that's him sitting alone as the national anthem played before a preseason game, saying he'll continue to sit in silent protest of what he calls systemic racism. >> isn't something that should be hidden and shouldn't be talked about. these conversations need to happen. i think it can bring everybody closer. >> reporter: outraged fans burning his jersey, accusing him of disrespecting the armed forces. other nfl players speaking out like giants star victor cruise. the flag is the flag. you respect the flag and stand up with your teammates. it's bigger than you, in my opinion. and the baltimore ravens player who deferred service for the nfl. >> i'm humbled for those who came before me and have given their lives so i can play on the field. that was his right and he's going to do what he has to do. >> reporter: the 49ers coach saying there will be no repercussions. >> it's not my right to tell him not to do something. that's his r >> reporter: the 49ers head coach saying he won't discourage

reporter: collin kaepernick's fire storm. that's him sitting alone as the national anthem played before a preseason game, saying he'll continue to sit in silent protest of what he calls systemic racism. >> isn't something that should be hidden and shouldn't be talked about. these conversations need to happen. i think it can bring everybody closer. >> reporter: outraged fans burning his jersey, accusing him of disrespecting the armed forces. other nfl players speaking out like giants star victor cruise. the flag is the flag. up with your teammates. it's bigger than you, in my opinion. and the baltimore ravens player who deferred service for the nfl. >> i'm humbled for those who came before me and have given their lives so i can play on the field. that was his right and he's going to do what he has to do. >> reporter: the 49ers coach saying there will be no repercussions. >> it's not my right to tell him not to do something. coach saying he won't discourage players from expressing their opinions but because of the public respon

reporter: collin kaepernick's act of protest setting off a fire storm. that's him sitting alone as the national anthem played before a preseason game, saying he'll continue to sit in silent protest of what he calls systemic racism. >> isn't something that should be hidden and shouldn't be talked about. these conversations need to happen. i think it can bring everybody closer. >> reporter: outraged fans burning his jersey, accusing him of disrespecting the armed forces. other nfl players speaking out like giants star victor cruise. the flag is the flag. you respect the flag and stand up with your teammates. it's bigger than you, in my opinion. and the baltimore ravens player who deferred service for the nfl. >> i'm humbled for those who came before me and have given their lives so i can play on the field. that was his right and he's going to do what he has to do. >> reporter: the 49ers coach saying there will be no repercussions. >> it's not my right to tell him not to do something. that's his right as a citizen. >> reporter: the 49ers head coach saying h

king, your thoughts about collin kaepernick in 2016, doing this? >> i believe that collin has exercised his constitutional right. he didn't speak, but nonviolently and silently and expressed his concern and he had a right to do that. even his team did not require that he stand or sing. of course, i do sing the national anthem with hope and prayer that god will hear and make our country just better, bless or country but i'm not angry. i'm not. >> daneen do you feel that the league does not make you stand for the national anthem and if you want the country to be better that's one thing, but if you can't agree to stand for the country, is that something else? >> i find his actions to be unpatriotic, brian. there is a time and a place for someone to express their views. i find them not only to be unpatriotic but disrespectful and classless. we have the national anthem. people are standing, they're saluting. people with tears in their eyes. i've been at numerous events where they are playing the national anthem. it is a patriotic moment. it's a proud mo

. >>> collin kaepernick defended his decision to sit did you work the national anthem. >> it's to bring awareness and make people realize what's going on in the county. this county stands for freedom, liberty, justice for all, it's not happening for all right now. >> kaepernick sat on the bench to protest the lingering plight african americans in the u.s. some posted video on social media, showing themselves burning his jersey. san francisco coach chip kelly said kaepernick will not face if he reper conductors from the team or the nfl. >> in tech bytes what customers want from the next iphone. a survey says average buyer wants additional storage and battery than cutting edge technology. >>> you might have noticed a change to facebook's trending topics, it comes over whether editors silenced conservative views. >>> pioneer for laptop commuters died. it's considered the first successful clam shell computer. it cost a fortune $8,000 and it weighed more than ten powdz. >> those are bites. i tried hard to quit smoking. but when we brought our daughter home, that was it. now i have nicoderm c

. >> what collin kaepernick did that has people burning his jersey. >> why did this owner refuse to call the police or even check out getting rave reviews from the neighborhood. ? ? >> it is. i kind of miss her. it's kind of nice to start off a monday morning like this. >> yeah. and then yoga, meditation. >>> it wasn't exactly a thank addressed to a thief in brooklyn is teaching us an important lesson in turning the other cheek. >> after someone broke into his calf coffee shop, the store owner refused to call the police or check out the surveillance video. >> reporter: the blow of a broke in at this cafe. >> it was 2800 to 3$,000. >> reporter: it turned into a lesson of forgiveness. record, a different report in front of the cafe on the same door the thief broke in through. >> i didn't check the cameras. i'd rather not know. >> reporter: posting this letter addressed to the thief. >> if the money you stole was to better you and your family's living, then i forgive you. if it was stolen for you to go out there and ruin yourself and health, i still forgive you and ask you to fix will send

.>>> collin kaepernick is causing controversy for sitting down during the national anthem. how this power play is influencing his fans. >>reporter: organizations are backing kaepernick for not standing. his actions are adding a much needed energy to the conversation. >> we want this to be talked about and matt had on but as many people as possible and that's what he did essentially. >>reporter: silicon valley is supporting kaepernick for what he did or did not do any preseason game on friday. >>reporter: the movement against police brutality needs everyone to get involved. >> what his actions show, the issue of police for talented is urgent and it affects all rooms of public life. >>reporter: by not standing during the national anthem they believe he is speaking for those who cannot.>> the timeline is urgent and we hope there is a day when police brutality does not exist. >> i will continue to sit and stand with the people who are being oppressed. >>reporter: he said it does not mean he does not support the military or he is un-american but he is exercising his right to not

. >> collin kaepernick remains it set off a national debate. >> packers coach mike mccarthy stopped short of criticizing the native, we think. >> we talk about the anthem each and every year, prior to our first preseason game, how we conduct ourselves during the national anthem. i think when you do get to situations where there are social issues, i think everybody, players, coaches alike, feel there is a responsibility to stand up for that. >> you got that? kaepernick says he wants to bring attention to racial inch did you say tis in the united states and he'll keep sitting until he sees changes. >> former congressman anthony wiener today deleted his twitter account. >> he has been involved supposedly with another sexting >> shortly after the it was announced the couple is separating. >> donald trump used no time in using the separation to question hillary clinton's judgment. although trump who has a history of adull tri and is twice-divorced appraised humedin. >> he head over to our -- head over to our website for all things political. >> king of rock and role passed away now a milwaukee

collin kaepernick making waves for friday's pre-season game against the packers, he sat down during the national anthem, he said he refused to show pride in a country that oppresses black people and people of color. the 49ers said they recognize his right to do what he did. plenty of current nfl player sounding off, some in right to stand up for what he believe in. others saying it is a duty to stand up for the anthem. has everybody talking today. let us know what you think on social media, very interesting stuff happen ing in san francisco. >> i am sure everybody will have an opinion, if you can sound off, let us know what you think. >>> next on 12 news news at 6:00, the presidential-- 12 news at 6:00, the presidential election is edging closer and we centennial wraps up, oregon pike cactus is next. >>> nice night to explore arizona, high temperatures for today, 97, the second day in a row of temperatures in the 90 mps. how long will-- 90s, how long will this last? >>> welcom murder of 2 nuns in mississippi. authorities arrested and charged 46-year-old rodney earl sanders with 2 counts

of the controversy out west getting reaction, collin kaepernick protest against the national anthem. we heard from vernon davis. he playeded with kaepernick before joining the skins. here's his take on a former team mate whose once high flying career is seemingly on virtue of collapse >> all i know he was a wonderful team mate. great person. hard worker every day. he brought his lunch ready to work. as far as the politics and social justice and all those things, i didn't really get into that. >> i want to see his lunch mail i once had a ronald mcdonald lunch box. jas jason werth. he puts the nats on the board 1-0 early on. three batter later. anthony rendone. harper is going to score easily, 2-0. >>> seven score less allowing four hits and striking out five blank the phillies 4-0. the oriole hosting josh donaldson, now here's josh donaldson ripping one straightaway center field. retreats, makes the catch. then kind of kisses the wall and falls to the ground. he holding on but the os lose 5-1. talk tennis. francis in the n 18-year-old tiafo who trained at the center off to a great sta

collin kaepernick will not play. he's nursing a sore shoulder. there must have been bruised egos because the fights kept happening until kubiak stopped practice and gave his players a choice. >> i told them do you practice now or come back tonight. we were too busy with other stuff, personal agendas instead of practicing football. so they settled down. >> broncos and 49ers 7:00 p.m. saturday night. have a good weekend. because cvs pharmacy is now at target. ugh, this pimple's gonna last forever. oh come on. clearasil ultra works fast to begin visibly clearing up skin in as little as 12 hours. and acne won't last forever. just like your mom won't walk in on you forever. stephen! stephen! stephen! stephen! stephen! see what i'm sayin acne won't last. this back to school, get clearer skin for free. limited time offer in stores now. z22xez zvpz if you home is in the lane on the bench or on the range there's only one place to go. come to cabela's all week for great deals and more. save big on all your favorite trusted brands. get 20% off all walker's

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. >>> 20 years before collin kaepernick set social media and talk radio on fire by refusing to stand for the national anthem, a denver nugget did basically the same thing. and watched his basketball career crumble. >> constitutional to burn the flag. so, why give me not standing? i came to play basketball. watch me play basketball. >> defending the quarterback, he posted on facebook in part "mr. kaepernick is not in need of my voice to validate his position, he reached the decision and executed it on his own and the stated reasons for him not doing so, i agree with 1,000%. abdul continued, his struggle to question realty and not allow his brain to be gift wraps with something to be admires, and i, for what it is worth, am an admirer." >> kaepernick is refusing to stand in protest of how blacks are treated in america, specifically by police. we have received a lot of feedback on kaepernick's decision, perhaps in part because of how close he came to joining the denver broncos during the off season. there was one e mail that stood out, so much that we drove up to fort collins to meet th

it's an opportunity to realize how lucky you are and what you're doing. >> collin kaepernick says hid comments and a stance means no disrespect to military he rationallyings military that keeps america free allows him to protest at all. >> now another controversial story two police officers denied service a tropical smoothie store in polk county. ken suarez has that story for . incident which is going viral now happened at the tropical smoothie right back there. we are on central avenue in winter haven. after it happened management quickly sat down with guy involved and said, you don't respect cops, we're going to two cops walked in yesterday and tried order guy behind counter tells fellow co-worker he's not going to serve them believe it or not because they are cops. cops walk out tell management and post the incident on facebook. tropical smoo thoo issues an apology saying they are now former employee was disrespectful and his comments were absolutely unacceptable. >> >> i think they did the right thing. whether the employee didn't think anybody heard or whatever case may be the fac

. >> collin kaepernick remains seated for the national it set off a national debate. >> packers coach mike mccarthy stopped short of criticizing the native, we think. >> we talk about the anthem each and every year, prior to our first preseason game, how we conduct ourselves during the national anthem. i think when you do get to situations where there are social issues, i think everybody, players, coaches responsibility to stand up for that. >> you got that? kaepernick says he wants to bring attention to racial inch did you say tis in the united states and he'll keep sitting until he sees changes. >> former congressman anthony wiener today deleted his twitter account. >> he has been involved supposedly with another sexting with anothero >> shortly after the it was announced the couple is separating. >> donald trump used no time in using the separation to question hillary clinton's judgment. although trump who has a history of adull tri and is twice-divorced appraised head over to our website for all things political. >> king of rock and role passed away now a milwaukee media productio

san francisco 49ers quarterback collin kaepernick sat during the national anthem. kaepernick telling nfl network he was making a statement about impression of color in america. he said it would be selfish looking the other way. the 49ers say it's up to the player to participate in the national anthem. >>> it will effect 1-8 u.s. women over her lifetime. breast cancer remains a serious health threat and today thousands clad in pink joined the fight for the 23rd annual susan g. komen race for the cure. definitely a festive atmosphere and then survivor ceremony celebrated women beating the battle for 5-20 plus years. loved ones were also remembered. these little ones they know exactly who they are running for and they will tell you. >> i'm running for my grandma. >> for our grandma. >> when you say i think about them and they're my inspiration. >> she has worked really hard to fight through this and just her strength really encouraged us. so we decided to do it. >> that more than 4,000 came out and participated. organizers hope to raise about $500,000. last year the l

collin kaepernick is inactive with a sore right shoulder. >>> the raiders next play on thursday at green bay. while derek carr is the start travel, oakland forecasted connor. in a win against arizona on friday, cook completed seven of 11 passes for 71 yards. carr liked what he saw. >> talking to him the whole time, telling him everything i'd want everybody to say to me my first game. just leading up to it, fifthing him a little -- take a deep breath, see the safety, see the front. go through things slowly and that slows the game down for you. he went out and did a great job. >> the u.s. men's olympic basketball team had another close call but held off france, 100-97. klay thompson finally broke out of a slump and hit seven 3- ♪ ♪ >> we're still following developing news out of lake fire where a wildfire has forced families to run for their lives. this live look at the clayton fire. we told you the official number of homes destroyed is four but we have seen in pictures from sky 7hd what appears to be other structures burning. so, those numbers could rise, and probably will. it has bur

what he was protesting -- and >>> collin kaepernick's decision to not stand for the national anthem now sparking a heated debate. what he was protesting and how it's affecting the team, tonight. >>> thank you for joining us tonight. i'm peggy bunker. that protest happened last night. it is sparking national conversation. nbc bay area's marianne is joining us non. kaepernick saying his public stand on this is more important to him than football. >> yes, he did say that. even more important than sponsorship. colin kaepernick says he can't show pride for a country that oppresses minorities. and he also says he has no intention of backing down. >> one bay area fan posted this ewetube video. colin kaepernick himself is on fire for remaining seated during the national anthem at last night's preseason game during the green bay packers. >> i don't know. i just find it anything. >> michelle rasmussen and her husband were interesting. i don't like it. gro agree with that. i don't care what your excuse. you're an american. stand up. be proud of it. be proud of the people who died for this country

kaepernick makes a risky decision during friday's pre-season game. he choose to sit out during the national anthem saying he won't show pride for a country that oppresses black people and people of color. he was refersing the recent shooting deaths by police. the 49'ers required to stand during the national anthem. >> anchor: also this morning a bridge collapsing on a truck and it shut down a busy highway in england. a piece of equipment on the back of a different truck hit the bridge which fell on top of this truck. the driver was not hurt but obviously shaken up. >> anchor: a michigan mom and her two sons fight off an intruder with an unusual weapon. when the man started to defend themselves. >> they did manage to scare the attacker off. >> my mom said there are real monsters in this world. >> reporter: riese says he came face to takes with a monster when a man tried to break into their michigan home. the family dog started barking when something came to the door. riese asked who it was. >> the man turn around and he saw that the man had a bandana

. >>> why collin kaepernick sat down during the national anthem. >>> a flash flood emergency in >>> this is 9news. police have arrested a man suspected of kidnapping his own son. officers in colorado springs were on the hunt for 39-year- old jonathan court bayty. they say he got into a domestic violence incident with the infant's mom. he reportedly threaten to kill

collin kaepernick is inactive with a sore right shoulder. >>> the raiders next play on thursday at green bay. while derek carr is the start travel, oakland forecasted connor. in a win against arizona on friday, cook completed seven of 11 passes for 71 yards. carr liked what he saw. >> talking to him the whole time, telling him everything i'd want everybody to say to me my first game. just leading up to it, fifthing him a little -- take a deep breath, see the safety, see the front. go through things slowly and that slows the game down for you. he went out and did a great job. >> the u.s. men's olympic basketball team had another close call but held off france, 100-97. klay thompson finally broke out of a slump and hit seven 3- of a slump and hit seven 3- pointe ♪music the lord says, "come to me all you who are weary and find life burdensome, and i will give you rest." join us for the majesty of the catholic mass here sunday mornings at 8:30. for more information visit mysundaymass.org >> we're still following developing news out of lake fire where a wildfire has forced families to run f

. >> what collin kaepernick did that has people burning his jersey. >> why did this owner refuse to call the pic out a video? a surprising response that's getting rave reviews from the neighborhood. you're watching "world news ? ? >> it is. i kind of miss her. it's kind of nice to start off a monday morning like this. >> yeah. and then >>> it wasn't exactly a thank you, but a letter that was addressed to a thief in brooklyn is teaching us an important lesson in turning the other cheek. >> after someone broke into his calf f coffee shop, the store owner refused to call the police or check out the surveillance video. >> reporter: the blow of a broke in at this cafe. >> it was 2800 to 3$,000. >> reporter: it turned into a >> that's what my religion teaches me. >> reporter: instead of a police record, a different report in front of the cafe on the same door the thief broke in through. >> i didn't check the cameras. i'd rather not know. >> reporter: posting this letter addressed to the thief. >> if the money you stole was to better you and your family's living, then i forgive you. if it was s

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. >>> collin kaepernick's choice to sit during the national anthem brought support and some are burning his jersey. laker star kareem is the latest to take on the issue. he wrote an opinion piece for the washington piece says kaepernick's protest is patriotic. >> if you look back at what thomas jefferson said, he said we have to protect people -- people's speech who say things we don't approve of. america which kaepernick thinks goes against what the flag represents. >>> our wednesday's child is mild mannered and soft spoken until he ties on his karate belts. that's when his championship spirit roars to life. jaime is a loving child who i saw give many hugs this day. jaime is a fierce competitor and karate is his passion. >> is it fun? >> yes >> are you having a good time? >> yes. >> are >> yes. >> show me what you learned today. >> that snap kick, how do you do it so well? show me one more time. yes. >> he's great, right. jaime enjoys studying math and says, spaghetti and meat sauce is his favorite food. for more information on jaime, please call the adoption exchange. you guys, he's a

. >>> the debate sparked by collin kaepernick. his refusal to stand for the national anthem has sparked outrage. >> it's a growing swarm of critics he is dodging. fans burning his number 7 jersey. >> move to canada. >> a sentiment echoed by donald trump. >> i think it's a terrible thick, maybe he should try a country that works better for him. >> the famously tattooed kaepernick drew flak for sitting on the bench while the rest of his team stood for the national anthem. >> i'll continue to sit and continue to stand with the people. when there is significant change and i feel like that flag represents what it is suppose to represent i'll stand. >> even as objectable as we find his perspective. he is entitled to express them. >> while the nfl does not require players to stand for the anthem. he will not require his teammates to sit. and his teammates will not criticize him. >> the same cannot be shown for former player, alex boon. >> it's shameful. >> now to meteorologist, david murphy, with the latest from accuweather. >> the humid

. >> reporter: collin kaepernick getting ire from fans and other players. >> i'll continue to sit whistle that the flag represents what it is supposed to represent i'll stand. >> reporter: the quarterback with the rocket arm staying seated during the friday preseason game. telling the nfl network i'm not going to stand up and show pride in a flag for a county that oppresses black people. >> i have experienced this, it's something that needs to be addressed. >> reporter: kaepernick said never refusing to honor the flag doesn't mean he is respecting the military. >> people are dieing in vein because they are not holding up their end of the bargain. >> reporter: 28-year-old frequentlily outspoken on civil rights issues online began his protest weeks earlier sitting during the anthem for the two previous games. after friday's game, outrage thousands flooded his twitter page with comments, victor cruz saying sitting down is not the right way to stand up. >> you have to stand up with your team and understand what's going on around the country is bigger than you. >> reporter: dallas maverick's o

. >>> 49ers quarterback collin kaepernick says despite the original he's sticking to his income and will not stand for the national anthem. kaepernick says staying seated during the anthem is his way of calling attention to race relations in this country, talked to the media and said he's glad to have started a dialogue. >> i just can't stand for what this represents right now. it's not right. and the fact that it has blown up like this, i think is a good thing. it brings awareness. >> reporter: he called for accountability for police officers and public officials. >>> a bride and groom and entire reception party stuck except the bride's father. it was a day the bride and groom will never forget. it was an evening everyone at the reception probably won't either. >> i never seen just a crowd react the way they did. again, it was like a ground swell leading up to when every recognized who it was. >> it was country super star tick mcgraw at the restaurant on spring garden for the wedding reception. he appeared during the bride's dance with her father. >> lisa turns around and sees tim mcgra

. >>> san francisco 49ers quarterback collin kaepernick refused to stand during the national anthem before last night's preseason game against the packers. you can see him sitting on the bench in this picture. he's in the area highlighted. cappernic talked about why he did it after -- kaepernick talked about why he did it after the game telling the nfl network i'm not going to stand up to show pride for a flag in a people and people of color. kaepernick went onto say, this is bigger than football it would be selfish on my part to look the other way there are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder. the nfl says that while it encourages players to stand during the national anthem, it has no policy requiring them to do so. >>> charges are expected to be filed against three people arrested in a drug bust in racine. the racine county metro drug unit found more than a pound of mushrooms, lsd and ecstasy during a raid in a home there. the value of the drugs could be more than $10,000. >>> three burglary charges have been filed against a man arrested in the

collin kaepernick absence from practice, the schedule is a rest day. sunday, more practice because tomorrow they're holding a joint practice session. >> i'm really excited about it. and have had many conversations but for us, it's going to be huge. and then, it's a different offensive scheme. you know? >> in rio, team usa leading in gold as well as medal counts. nine more than china. and a lot of guests are in the studio here. and let's see your face. they're on television. >> join us tonight on cable channel 13. a discovery that put the sharks on the top of the longevity list. >>> that is coming up but that is this edition of abc7 news. we appreciate your time. >> from all of us, we'll see you at 9:00 and 11:00. - [voiceover] get ready for a bride taking a plunge, a kid who will eat anything, and the rest of our crazy cast. and it's all... just for laughs gags! welcome. we begin with this mother who'd do anything for her sons, including breaking them out of custody.

. >>> collin kaepernick watch began yesterday and if he has a chance of regaining starting position, he has to play friday against the packers. when putting in offense there is nuance that needs to be learned and you get that with repetition. today, they had thoughts on the practice yesterday and what lies ahead. >> there is nothing different and we'll see what happens on friday. we had a competition and kaep hadn't had a chance yet. so when that happens we'll do that. now, it's not time. >> yesterday we showed how they surs priced ally renston by asking her on a date. >> he's very cute. >> do you know who he is? >> yes. i'd go on a date with him. >> today, it went viral and colton was surprised he was the center of attention at raiders practice. now, he has to follow up on the offer and deal with his new found fame. >> it's sighting. now, i have to figure out a time with the season coming up, she's scheduled to be here in september. i'm happy she said yes. that is a lonely feeling on a lamb, man. so i'm happy and he's a good guy. >> we have a celebrity in our midst. so this is ai r

. >>> collin kaepernick watch began yesterday and if he has a chance of regaining starting position, he has to play friday against the packers. when putting in offense there is nuance that needs to be learned and you get that with repetition. today, they had thoughts on the practice yesterday and what lies ahead. >> there is nothing different and we'll see what happens on friday. we had a competition and kaep hadn't had a chance yet. so when that happens we'll do that. now, it's not time. >> yesterday we showed how they surs priced ally renston by asking her on a date. >> he's very cute. >> do you know who he is? >> yes. i'd go on a date with him. >> today, it went viral and colton was surprised he was the center of attention at raiders practice. now, he has to follow up on the offer and deal with his new found fame. >> it's sighting. now, i have to figure out a time with the season coming up, she's scheduled to be here in september. i'm happy she said yes. that is a lonely feeling on a lamb, man. so i'm happy and he's a good guy. >> we have a celebrity in our midst. so this is ai r

the n-f-l quarterback is >>> collin kaepernick wanted to start a conversation. he is catching heat from fans an from some players for refusing to stand forhe anthem . >> he does not want to show pride for a country that chris cato has reaction fro the buc's head coach. >> speaking to the media. dirk koetter said he would be personally disappointed if any of his players participated in such a form of protest. but some nfl players, including his teammates and one bucs player give him credit for starting the conversation. prior to the game against green anthem played. his teammates on the field. this is the second time he has done this during the pre-season. after the game on friday he told the nfl network he is not going to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresss black people and people of color. he said he made that decision after seeing so many cases that he said of police brutality against african-americans and minorities. he said police were on paid leave for murdering people. last night he will continue to sit out in order to take a stand. >> i will