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Polls open at 7 a.m. in special election for US House seat last held by Michael Waltz

SUMMARY: Voters in Northeast Florida’s District 6 can cast ballots Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in a special election to replace Rep. Michael Waltz, who resigned to become national security advisor in the Trump administration. Republican Randy Fine, backed by Trump, faces Democrat Josh Weil, endorsed by Bernie Sanders, along with Libertarian Andrew Parrott and independent Randall Terry. The race is drawing national attention and is expected to be close. Only voters registered by March 3 in the district are eligible. A simultaneous special election is also being held in District 1 to replace former Rep. Matt Gaetz.
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South Florida Weather for Thursday 4/24/2025 12PM

SUMMARY: On Thursday, April 24, 2025, South Florida will experience warm temperatures in the low to mid-80s, accompanied by east winds leading to rough surf and a high risk of rip currents. While the weather radar is mostly dry, isolated showers are possible. Tonight’s Lexus Corporate Run in downtown Miami will feature CBS Miami’s meteorologists, including Ivan Cabera and Lauren Pastron. Safety alerts recommend avoiding ocean swimming due to rip currents. This weekend, the Miami Takes Steps event at Riata Park will support the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, with pleasant weather conditions expected. Overall, highs will remain in the low 80s with minimal rain chances.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Thursday afternoon will remain partly cloudy and breezy.
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy arrives in South Africa for state visit following Trump’s renewed criticism

SUMMARY: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in South Africa for a state visit amid accusations from U.S. President Donald Trump that Zelenskyy is prolonging the war by rejecting a peace deal involving Ukrainian territory. While Zelenskyy traveled, a Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed nine people and injured 63. Peace talks have stalled, with limited progress made during discussions in London. Zelenskyy will meet with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has sought to mediate the conflict, although his efforts have had little success. Zelenskyy questioned Russia’s commitment to peace after a failed ceasefire attempt.
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Lakeland Park may be renamed after civil rights activist

SUMMARY: Lakeland Park may soon be renamed Meline Brooks Park in honor of the influential civil rights activist and NAACP member, Meline Brooks. She played a vital role in ending segregation in the 1960s, organized sit-ins, and fought for voter registration, often involving her children in her activism. Brooks was the first Black matron hired by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and successfully sued for racial and sexual discrimination. Her daughter and other community members have campaigned for this name change over nine years, and a resolution will be voted on at the next city commission meeting as a tribute to Brooks’ legacy.

Community members and family advocate for renaming a local park in honor of Madalynne Brooks, a key figure in the civil rights movement in Polk County.
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