SUMMARY: Florida State Representative Joe Casello, a 73-year-old former firefighter and Air Force veteran, died of a heart attack on Friday. Remembered for his decades of public service, Casello served 33 years in fire rescue and held roles as city commissioner and state legislator, most recently representing parts of Palm Beach County after winning a fourth term. Tributes highlighted his humility, courage, and dedication to serving his community. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried praised his commitment to public service and leadership. Casello passed away surrounded by loved ones, and he is being mourned as a devoted and compassionate leader.

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SUMMARY: South Florida is experiencing a hot weekend with temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s, and heat index values reaching around 104-105°F, just below heat advisory criteria. Showers and storms are increasing inland, giving some relief from the heat, but the east coast remains mostly dry with warm conditions. Rain chances will peak midweek due to a low-pressure system moving over the peninsula, then decrease by week’s end as dust and dry air move in, causing haze and lower rain chances. An area in the tropics has low development potential but is unlikely to affect the region significantly.

CBS News Miami’s NEXT Weather Meteorologist Dave Warren says to expect storms to increase this week to bring some relief to the heat in South Florida.

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SUMMARY: A passenger ferry, KM Barcelona 5, caught fire off Sulawesi island, Indonesia, killing at least five people, including a pregnant woman. The ferry was en route from Talaud to Manado when the fire broke out near Talise. Vice Adm. Denih Hendrata reported 284 passengers and crew had been evacuated with the help of navy ships and local fishermen. Rescue operations continue as the fire’s cause is investigated. Indonesia, an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, frequently experiences ferry accidents due to weak safety enforcement. Recent incidents include a speedboat capsizing in the Mentawai Islands and a ferry sinking near Bali.

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