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Abortions to save woman's life do not violate Florida ban, state says
SUMMARY: Florida health officials clarified in a letter to doctors that the state’s six-week abortion ban allows abortions to preserve a woman’s life, alleviating concerns that the law restricts medical professionals and endangers women. The ban, effective May 1, has exceptions for pregnancies resulting from rape, incest, human trafficking, or fatal fetal abnormalities. The memo emphasized that “a miscarriage is not an abortion” and reminded providers of their obligation to deliver life-saving care without delay. The Agency for Healthcare Administration and the Department of Health asserted they would take regulatory action against providers who do not comply with these standards.

The state said it was responding to concerns that the new six-week ban is tying doctor’s hands and putting women in danger.
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A DOGE employee is put in charge of the US Institute of Peace, a court filing alleges
SUMMARY: An official linked to Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been appointed head of the U.S. Institute of Peace, a think tank targeted by President Trump for closure. The filing states two board members authorized replacing the temporary president with Nate Cavanaugh and transferring the institute’s property to the General Services Administration. This follows the firing of nearly all 300 employees and a tense standoff earlier this month. The court filing seeks to stop the actions or address them through a status conference. An executive order in February called for the institute’s closure, along with other agencies.
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Bus driver shoots 2 passengers dead after argument, police say
SUMMARY: In Miami Gardens, two men were shot and killed by a Miami-Dade transit bus driver after an argument early Sunday morning. The incident occurred on a bus during a routine route. Police responded to a disturbance call, and the victims were later pronounced dead at Aventura Hospital. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, expressing concern over violence in the community. The driver, who is in custody, shot the passengers during the altercation; authorities are investigating the situation. Miami-Dade officials clarified that bus drivers are not permitted to carry firearms for self-defense. The shooting is under investigation.
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Spotty showers and storms settle over South Florida
SUMMARY: South Florida is experiencing spotty showers and thunderstorms, especially as the Miami-Dade County Fair continues this weekend. Attendees should be prepared for possible rain and pack umbrellas. The area has seen light rain, with some heavier downpours reported in parts like Hollywood and Southwest Ranches. An upper-level disturbance is enhancing rain chances, with potential for isolated thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon. Although scattered showers will persist into the evening, tomorrow’s forecast suggests a decrease in rain chances as warm and humid conditions settle in, with temperatures rising into the mid-80s throughout the week.

South Florida weather for Sunday, March 30.
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