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Hurricane Milton recovery continues, what will its impact mean for insurance claims? | Facing SFL
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida, causing significant damage, particularly in Sarasota, and is projected to have economic effects of about $30 billion, impacting both public and private insurance sectors. Former state Senator Jeff Brandis discussed the challenges of the ongoing insurance crisis, noting that private insurers could face a $25 billion hit, complicating rate reductions. In the political landscape, candidate Joe Saunders aims to challenge incumbent Republican Fabian Basabi in the House District 106 race. Saunders criticized Basabi’s record on key issues like gun safety, abortion rights, and local governmental authority, asserting a need for better representation in the legislature.
In this week’s edition of Facing South Florida:
CBS News Miami Jim DeFede interviews former State Senator Jeff Brandes about the economic effects Hurricane Milton might have in Florida, particularly the state’s insurance crisis, and what can be done about that.
Plus, DeFede goes one-on-one with Joe Saunders, a former member of the Florida State House. The Democrat represented the Orlando area from 2012 to 2014. Saunders is on the November ballot, hoping to defeat incumbent Fabian Basabe in District 106. That district includes Miami Beach, North Bay Village and runs up to Aventura. Basabe has been surrounded by controversy before his time in the Florida House and during. Democrats are mounting an aggressive challenge to Basabe.
Catch Facing South Florida With Jim DeFede Sunday at 11:30AM ET
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Pet Alliance begins construction on new Orlando shelter after devastating fire
SUMMARY: The Pet Alliance in Orlando is building a new shelter after the previous adoption center was destroyed by a fire in 2021. The new facility, located on South John Young Parkway, will feature 25,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor spaces, including a state-of-the-art veterinary area. This new shelter will allow the organization to double its medical capacity, providing enhanced care for animals. The facility aims to quickly adopt out dogs and cats, typically within nine days, and will also help rescue animals from overcrowded shelters. This marks a major step forward for the Pet Alliance’s mission.
The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando has broken ground on a state-of-the-art animal shelter, three years after a fire destroyed its original adoption center. The new facility, located along South John Young Parkway, will span 25,000 square feet and include indoor and outdoor spaces designed to enhance care for cats and dogs.
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Arrest made in stabbing of good Samaritan outside Miami-Dade cafeteria
SUMMARY: Police arrested a man, known as “Shorty,” after he returned to the scene of a stabbing at a restaurant where a Good Samaritan had intervened to stop him from harassing a female server. The incident occurred in Southwest Miami, with the suspect attacking the 39-year-old victim by hitting him over the head before stabbing him multiple times. The Good Samaritan is currently in critical condition at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. Although the suspect was seen mumbling about a gang during his arrest, the motive remains unclear. Police stress the importance of avoiding involvement in potentially violent situations.
Miami-Dade police say they have arrested a man who attacked and nearly killed a good Samaritan on Tuesday night.
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Rays’ stadium deal in peril after team letter, commission vote | Florida
SUMMARY: The Tampa Bay Rays are reconsidering plans for a $1.2 billion stadium in St. Petersburg after the Pinellas County Commission postponed a vote on $312.5 million in bonds, essential for funding. The St. Petersburg City Council will also vote on repairing roof damage from Hurricane Milton, which costs $55 million. The Rays will play their next season at George Steinbrenner Field and pay the Yankees $15 million, raising concerns about the $1 million annual payment to the county for a new stadium. St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch remains hopeful about the partnership moving forward despite delays jeopardizing the 2028 stadium opening.
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