SUMMARY: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis opposes two constitutional amendments on the Nov. 5 ballot: Amendment 3, which would legalize recreational marijuana, and Amendment 4, which would enshrine abortion rights. Amendment 3, supported by significant funding from cannabis retailer Trulieve, has 60% approval in recent polling, while Amendment 4 sits at 58% approval. DeSantis argues that Amendment 3 could harm Florida’s economy, allow unrestricted public marijuana use, and create an “immunity shield” for major cannabis companies, warning that constitutional amendments are difficult to amend later. Local law enforcement officials echo concerns about the permanence of constitutional changes.

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SUMMARY: Residents of the Gardens of Beacon Square in New Port Richey are facing evacuation for 6 to 12 months due to repair work following back-to-back hurricanes. Many are grappling with the emotional toll of leaving their homes, which have suffered from flood damage. The condo association insists immediate remediation is necessary due to safety concerns, with FEMA covering repair costs but not personal property loss. Residents, like Jennifer Macau, must find temporary housing while managing ongoing bills. Complications arise, including unauthorized entries by workers and a reported burglary. Jennifer plans to relocate to Georgia with her mother.

In a letter to residents, attorneys for the Gardens at Beacon Square condo association said flood water infiltration is dangerous, so remediation needs to start immediately.

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SUMMARY: ABC Action News covered a story about Sylvia Barry, whose mother, 74, has been living without help since Hurricane Milton left a tree on her roof weeks ago. Frustrated with Citizens Property Insurance, which had not addressed the damage, Sylvia reached out for assistance. Anchor Nadine Jannis intervened, and the situation improved quickly. After contacting the insurance company, Sylvia was told they would overnight a check for tree removal, with full payment for the claim expected soon. The report emphasized the importance of navigating insurance challenges, especially after disasters, and encouraged viewers with similar issues to seek help.

In the early morning of Milton’s landfall, a tree came crashing into her mother’s family room. Three weeks later, it’s still there.

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