SUMMARY: Ahead of thousands of nationwide “No Kings” protests on June 14 against President Trump’s administration, Jacksonville officials urged peaceful demonstrations. Protests began early Saturday near Beach Boulevard, with expected large turnouts in Jacksonville, Orange Park, and St. Augustine. The event, a “nationwide day of defiance,” rejects authoritarianism, coinciding with Trump’s planned Flag Day military display. Local law enforcement emphasized supporting peaceful protests but warned that illegal acts won’t be tolerated. Gov. DeSantis cautioned about strict enforcement and controversially cited Florida drivers’ rights regarding protesters. Officials remain hopeful protests stay calm despite concerns about potential disruptions from outside agitators.

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SUMMARY: South Florida will experience a hot, dry Saturday with summer-like conditions despite seasonable temperatures. Morning lows near 85°F in Miami will feel like the mid-90s due to high heat indexes. Afternoon heat indexes could reach the upper 90s to around 100°F in areas like Deerfield Beach and Fort Lauderdale. There’s a 20% chance of brief, light showers in the morning, mainly away from outdoor activity areas, with isolated evening showers possible but unlikely to disrupt plans. UV levels remain extreme, so multiple sunscreen applications and hydration are advised. The following week stays hot with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and minimal rain chances.

CBS News Miami’s NEXT Weather Meteorologist Shane Hinton has the latest forecast,

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SUMMARY: A woman in Opa-locka was rescued after secretly dropping a handwritten note reading “HELP ME, PLEASE CALL 911” from a car where she was being held at gunpoint by her ex-boyfriend, 39-year-old Thomas Joan Murray. The vehicle had stopped at Battery Max due to a dead battery, and surveillance footage captured the moment she dropped the note. Employees quickly alerted police, providing a description of the car. Authorities located and arrested Murray, who had a firearm in his possession. A judge has since issued a no-contact order, prohibiting Murray from contacting the victim by any means.

A 39-year-old man was arrested Thursday after allegedly kidnapping his ex-girlfriend at gunpoint and forcing her into her vehicle, according to the Opa-locka Police Department.

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