SUMMARY: Fox 35 Storm Team meteorologist Laurel Blanchard provided an update on tropical developments, noting two key zones of interest: one in the central Atlantic with a 50% chance of development, near Bermuda, and another in the Southern Caribbean with a 30% chance. The central Atlantic system isn’t expected to threaten the US. However, the Caribbean system poses a potential threat to Florida, as warm ocean waters near 86°-87° could facilitate rapid development. A low pressure may form early next week. With the hurricane season ongoing, the next named storms include Helen, Isaac, Joyce, and Kirk.

The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring two zones for potential tropical development. The first is in the Southern Caribbean, where there’s a 30% chance of a system forming in the next seven days. While models vary on the possible strength and path of the storm, warm ocean temperatures in the region could lead to rapid development if a system forms. The second zone, in the central Atlantic, has a 50% chance of forming within the week but is expected to remain in open waters, posing no threat to the U.S.

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SUMMARY: Pastor Carl SoDo, co-founder of Black Lives Matter Restoration Inc., experienced a troubling traffic stop initiated by the Hillsboro County Sheriff’s Office due to an allegedly non-compliant Florida Joker tag on his vehicle. Despite SoDo asserting that he had not committed any violations, the officer demanded his driver’s license. Tensions escalated when the officer approached with his weapon drawn, which SoDo believed was unnecessary. The incident led to a charge against the officer for his aggressive demeanor, highlighting issues of police conduct during traffic stops involving individuals of color.

A group of community activists are calling for action over what they say was an unlawful arrest, but HCSO is painting a different picture while releasing the body cam video of the incident.

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SUMMARY: Broward County residents will soon receive their tax bills, likely facing higher payments due to rising property values, despite an unchanged tax rate. The newly passed $7.7 billion budget burdens homeowners like John Andrade, whose mortgage costs have surged by $5,000 annually. Longtime resident Mary B expresses anxiety over mounting expenses, especially with the holidays approaching. The county has allocated funds for affordable housing, with $25 million for new units and support for renters facing eviction. Meanwhile, Sheriff Gregory Tony received $84 million for operations, despite requesting more, to help fund three emergency helicopters following a tragic accident.

Broward County’s $7.7 billion budget includes $25 million to help those in need of affordable housing.

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