SUMMARY: Broward voters who requested vote-by-mail ballots will soon receive them, but many may be ineligible or inactive, meaning they need to update their information or have been removed from the voter rolls. With the general election approaching in five weeks, voters are urged to verify their status, especially recent transplants and new citizens. Over 240,000 mail-in ballots have been processed in Broward and 260,000 in Miami-Dade. The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 24. Voter registration closes October 7. It’s crucial for voters to ensure their eligibility and participate in the upcoming election.

Broward County’s election department on Tuesday began mailing out more than 230,000 Vote-By-Mail ballots five weeks before the election on Nov. 5.

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SUMMARY: A dockworker strike involving 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association began, impacting East and Gulf Coast ports from Maine to Texas. Business leaders, including the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, urged President Biden to intervene, citing potential economic harm to states like Ohio, which heavily relies on exports. The strike could disrupt supply chains, affecting 56% of U.S. ports handling 68% of containerized exports and 56% of imports. The union seek a 77% wage increase over six years and proposed limits on automation, while the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and National Retail Federation called for immediate action to restore operations.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen caused significant flooding, leaving many like Donald Baba with damaged vehicles. His car, submerged halfway in water, is among numerous affected vehicles. Jed Stone, an auto repair shop owner, advises that vehicles filled more than halfway with water are considered totaled. It’s crucial not to start flooded cars, as doing so can cause further damage. Instead, owners should have their vehicles towed for inspection and documentation for insurance claims. To be covered for flood damage, comprehensive insurance is necessary; otherwise, repairs will be out-of-pocket. Immediate action can minimize long-term damage, leading to a better recovery.

Hundreds of Tampa Bay residents are dealing with the impacts of flooding, not just in their homes but their vehicles. Here’s what you need to know if your car was flooded.

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