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More than 7,500 Floridians died from overdoses in 2023, says the CDC

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8 months ago

September 1, 2024

www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2024-09-01 12:41:16

SUMMARY: In 2023, over 107,000 Americans died from overdoses, highlighting the ongoing addiction crisis. CBS News Miami features three mothers—Kim, Janice, and Chico—who lost their sons, Tommy, Max, and Joseph, to addiction. These lifelong friends share stories of their sons’ struggles, beginning in their teens after sports injuries. Despite efforts to recover, both Tommy and Max succumbed to fentanyl overdoses in 2020, while Joseph relapsed after four years of sobriety, dying from heroin overdose. The mothers now advocate to dispel the stigma surrounding addiction, emphasizing it as a serious disease that warrants compassion and support.

Nationally, 107,543 Americans died from overdoses last year. Of those deaths, 74,000 were from synthetic opioids. Two South Florida mothers share their story.

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Longtime Cubs fan revels in Pete Crow-Armstrong using his group’s song for walkup music

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5 hours ago

May 1, 2025

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www.clickorlando.com – Jay Cohen, Associated Press – 2025-05-01 10:42:00

SUMMARY: John Hauldren, a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and member of the electronic music group Levity, was thrilled when Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong used Levity’s song “Front to Back” as his walkup music in a game. Crow-Armstrong, a Southern California native, discovered Levity through a personal connection involving mutual friends and his girlfriend’s cousin. Hauldren, who grew up a Cubs fan despite a White Sox family background, created much of the song in Chicago near Wrigley Field, making the moment especially meaningful. The two have since connected and hope to meet, marking a memorable experience for Hauldren and his band.

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The Senate is voting on whether to block Trump’s global tariffs amid economic turmoil

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23 hours ago

April 30, 2025

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www.clickorlando.com – Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press – 2025-04-30 16:28:00

SUMMARY: Senate Democrats are forcing a vote on blocking global tariffs announced by Donald Trump earlier in April. After market turmoil, Trump suspended the tariffs for 90 days. Senate Democrats aim to challenge the policy and force Republicans to take a stance. While 47 Senate Democrats are expected to support the resolution, Republicans are hesitant, with some opposing it to avoid rebuking Trump. Despite concerns over the economic impact, Republicans are wary of crossing the president. Democrats argue the tariffs harm the economy and increase recession risks, pushing the resolution as a way to reassert congressional power.

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South Florida Weather for Wednesday 4/30/2025 12PM

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1 day ago

April 30, 2025

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-04-30 11:54:10

SUMMARY: South Florida’s weather for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, features breezy conditions, with highs in the low 80s and an east breeze of 10-18 mph, gusting to 25 mph. There’s a risk of rip currents, extended through Friday, making swimming dangerous. While the day remains mostly dry with a mix of sun and clouds, isolated showers are possible. By Friday, rain chances increase, with isolated showers. The weekend brings higher chances of afternoon thunderstorms, especially on Sunday, along with rising temperatures. A 20% chance of rain is expected on Saturday, and 40% on Sunday.