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Pasco business hiring people in recovery, 'It’s not as risky as some people see it'

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4 days ago

November 8, 2024

www.youtube.com – ABC Action News – 2024-11-08 23:00:31

SUMMARY: Kevin Tadema struggled with addiction, homelessness, and jail for over 20 years, losing his parents and custody of his children. Instead of incarceration, Newport Richey police connected him to treatment. A pivotal part of his recovery was finding a job, which he obtained from Nicholas Spurbeck, the manager at Take 5, who hired Kevin despite his lack of experience. Spurbeck has employed over 10 individuals with similar backgrounds, providing them with stability. Both men aim to give back to the community, emphasizing that recovery is possible with the right support and resources.

For more than 20 years, Kevin Tidema was lost in a cycle of addiction. But last year, he said, instead of putting him in jail again, the New Port Richey police helped him get treatment.

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Dozens participate in protest against Trump in downtown Tampa

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1 day ago

November 11, 2024

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www.youtube.com – ABC Action News – 2024-11-11 08:15:47

SUMMARY: Anthony Hill reports from downtown Tampa, where a protest against president-elect Donald Trump is underway. Demonstrators express opposition to Trump’s policies, viewing him as a divisive figure whose stances on immigration, women’s rights, and racism are unacceptable. Protesters carried signs voicing their resistance to his agenda. While some drivers showed support for the protest, others backed Trump. Meanwhile, Evan Power, chairman of the Republican Party of Florida, dismissed the protests as radical leftist reactions to Trump’s victory, asserting that Trump unites the country and calling for unity under his leadership. Tensions remain high following the contentious election.

Dozens of people protested against President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday outside of city hall in downtown Tampa.

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Driver killed in crash involving Publix truck in Miami Gardens

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2 days ago

November 11, 2024

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2024-11-11 05:10:38

SUMMARY: A deadly crash occurred in Miami Gardens involving an 18-wheeler and a pickup truck. A tow truck responded but could not extract the semi, which remained lodged on top of the pickup. Investigators are on the scene, and the truck was likely departing from a nearby Publix Distribution Center when it collided with the pickup. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue reported that no one was hospitalized, but one individual from the pickup did not survive. Miami Gardens Police are now in charge of the investigation. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Morgan Rynor reports the force of the crash left a pick-up truck lodged under the Publix 18-wheeler.

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South Florida 6:30 p.m. Weather Forecast 11/10/2024

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2 days ago

November 10, 2024

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2024-11-10 18:25:22

SUMMARY: The weather forecast indicates a mix of showers around Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach County, particularly early this evening. Tomorrow, expect warm temperatures in the mid-70s and increased rain chances, especially as a front approaches. By Thursday and Friday, the wind will intensify and shift, bringing cooler, drier air by the weekend. Additionally, the tropics are being monitored for potential development in the Western Caribbean, but a high-pressure system should keep it at bay. Overall, temperatures will peak in the upper 80s early next week, cooling down to the low 80s by the weekend.