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After tear gas and street fires, an Los Angeles community cleans up as National Guard troops arrive

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www.news4jax.com – Jason Dearen, Associated Press – 2025-06-08 15:19:00

SUMMARY: In Compton, California, Ernest Melendrez and his family cleaned streets littered with tear gas pellets, graffiti, and debris left after protests against immigration raids clashed with federal authorities. Despite wearing masks, they struggled with lingering tear gas. The prior night’s protests led President Trump to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles, a move criticized by Governor Gavin Newsom. Local businesses, including a Home Depot, suffered damage and graffiti, sparking frustration among residents over the destruction and lack of cleanup support. While sympathetic to peaceful protests, Melendrez’s wife emphasized that damaging local businesses harms families trying to survive.

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Orlando restaurant owner invites artists to parking lot amid federal fight against street art

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www.clickorlando.com – Mark Lehman – 2025-09-15 04:00:00

SUMMARY: In response to Florida’s decision to paint over street art on public roads, including the rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse nightclub, Orlando’s Se7en Bites restaurant owner Trina Gregory is opening 49 parking spaces for local artists to create vibrant artworks. The event, “Parking Spaces for Pride,” will take place Monday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 617 N Primrose Drive. It aims to transform controversy into a community celebration that uplifts Orlando’s LGBTQ+ community, preserving the city’s love for art. Gregory intends to make this an annual event promoting creativity, diversity, and resilience amidst the state’s restrictions on non-uniform traffic markings.

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A look at recent flooding across South Florida

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-09-14 10:58:39

SUMMARY: South Florida is still recovering from a week of severe flooding that made roads nearly impassable, stalled cars, and forced people to wade through water. In Hollywood, upgraded flood pumps and drainage systems helped subside water levels quickly, preventing damage to homes. However, in North Miami, residents along 141st Street report ongoing issues with backed-up drains and street flooding, which disrupt daily life, including doctor visits. The city claims the flooding is due to long tides rather than clogged drains and asserts the area has been checked. Concerns remain about the area’s vulnerability without further drainage maintenance.

Parts of South Florida are still drying out from the deluge of rain storms last week.

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Possibility of minor flooding in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Key West due to high tides Sunday

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-09-13 23:06:33

SUMMARY: Minor flooding is possible in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Key West due to high tides on Sunday afternoon, around 3-4 PM. Recent storms have calmed, with showers mainly off the East Coast diminishing. Rain chances will slightly decrease tomorrow with a north breeze bringing drier air, though isolated showers will continue mainly along the coast in the afternoons. By mid-next week, moisture will return, increasing rain chances again. Temperatures are in the mid-70s, with highs near 90 degrees. Tropical development is being monitored with medium potential over the next week. Atlantic waters remain calm for boating activities.

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