SUMMARY: The weather forecast highlights heavy rain across the eastern Atlantic, with downpours affecting areas from north to south, particularly Kisuk and Brickle. Despite ongoing rain, no flood advisories are in effect as the rain moves quickly east. Tropical Storm Fran has made landfall near Louisiana with 100 mph winds, while Tropical Depression 7 is expected to become Tropical Storm Gordon but poses no threat to the mainland U.S. High rain chances persist through Thursday and Saturday, with some afternoon thunderstorms likely, but drier conditions are anticipated as the weekend progresses.

CBS News Miami’s chief meteorologist Ivan Cabrera’s weather outlook for South Florida.

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SUMMARY: CBS News Miami reports on the case of 71-year-old Ellen Ettien, whose body was found in a nursing home closet in North Miami. The family‘s attorney, Philip Gold, has filed a wrongful death claim, seeking answers about the circumstances of Ettien’s death. Family members were informed by anonymous sources that he went missing from the North Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. They express disbelief at the tragic discovery and demand justice, while raising concerns about potential negligence and staffing issues. Gold is investigating whether the nursing home’s surveillance cameras were operational at the time. Further updates are anticipated.

The family of an elderly man who died in a Miami nursing home has turned to an attorney in their search for answers.

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SUMMARY: Kirsten Cunningham, a pet store owner, was vacuuming when security cameras captured a woman stealing a rare $2,400 black-headed caique from her store, Everything Birds, at the Old Mar Flea Market. The incident occurred around 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. After footage circulated on social media, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office arrested Grisel Neol within 24 hours, recovering the stolen bird. The quick response from the community and law enforcement led to recognition of the suspect, resulting in a grand theft charge. Cunningham expressed relief and gratitude for the support that helped bring justice in this shocking case.

A Largo woman was arrested for Grand Theft after surveillance footage shows her stealing an exotic baby bird.

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