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Tampa Bay area workers struggle to find employment after Helene and Milton
SUMMARY: After hurricanes Helen and Milton devastated coastal businesses, residents are struggling to rebuild their homes and find new jobs. Many businesses remain closed, leading to a significant employment deficit along the beaches. Workers, like wedding planner Amy Butler, face financial distress as their seasonal jobs are postponed indefinitely. Some are forced to seek jobs further inland, while a few businesses slowly reopen, offering hope for recovery. Business owner Jerry Davis is working to provide employees with shared shifts to keep them employed. Amid the uncertainty, locals remain optimistic for expanded job opportunities in the near future.
Many people across the Tampa Bay area are continuing to recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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Poll shows Trump, Scott leading in Florida | Florida
SUMMARY: A Florida Atlantic University poll shows former President Donald Trump leading the presidential race with 53% support, compared to Vice President Kamala Harris at 44% and 2% undecided. This represents an improvement from his 2020 performance. The poll also indicates incumbent Senator Rick Scott holds a four-point lead over Democratic candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, with Scott at 50% and Mucarsel-Powell at 46%. Additionally, 60% of voters support Amendment 3 for recreational marijuana, while Amendment 4 on abortion rights is at 58%, two points shy of the required approval. The poll was conducted from October 19 to 22.
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Kissimmee news conference in response to Grand Jury findings
SUMMARY: At a news conference in CMI, the city manager and interim police chief responded to a grand jury’s recommendations for investigating the CMI Police Department’s Command Staff and policies, citing troubling findings in former Chief Holland’s decision-making. Interim Chief Robert Enoo, appointed for his extensive experience, will lead efforts to enhance leadership, accountability, and training while restructuring Internal Affairs. The grand jury noted a culture of silence regarding officer misconduct and suggested comprehensive policy reviews, training improvements, and an evaluation of past misconduct. Enoo emphasized restoring community trust and working transparently to correct systemic issues within the department.
City of Kissimmee news conference in response to Grand Jury findings in the investigation of the Kissimmee Police Department.
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FL State Attorney Andrew Bain news conference
SUMMARY: During a press conference, authorities revealed the grand jury’s findings regarding an incident involving Officer Andrew Basio of the Casmi Police Department. In August, Basio was indicted on six charges, including felony battery, for using excessive force on a man during a 2023 incident. The investigation exposed a culture of cover-ups within the department, where misconduct was routinely unreported. The grand jury identified significant deficiencies in training, oversight, and internal investigations, urging reforms. Following the findings, two officers, including the former chief, resigned, and the department is restructuring to enhance accountability and address these serious issues.
Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain holds a news conference in Kissimmee.
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