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Locals speak out as FEMA continues to help Broward County residents apply for aid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

After three weeks since the historic flooding ravaged Broward County, help is finally on the horizon for residents of the area. On Tuesday, Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis said the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that those who have already applied for assistance can expect to see money in their bank accounts by the end of the week.“We are told the approvals for the applications are already in process,” said Trantalis.Edgewood was one of the hardest-hit neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale and homeowners are still picking up the pieces from the natural disaster. Steven Erb said he had to spend most of his money on an Airbnb as his family waited for the water to drain. Now, he has had to leave the temporary home because his funds have run short.“Honestly I don’t know what I’m doing or where I’m going,” said Erb.Erb said there is mold in the home he rents with his wife, two kids and their dogs.“We pretty much lost e...

Residents oppose proposed Florida legislation that puts historic Miami Beach buildings at risk of demolition

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

There is a building battle happening in South Florida with residents pushing back against a proposal to demolish landmarks on Miami Beach. The fear for many people is that the landmarks that make the area special, could quickly be replaced with towering buildings.A group of residents, about 50 people, rallied on Ocean Drive to voice their opposition to Senate Bill 1346 and House Bill 1317, Tuesday morning. Both bills would essentially gut existing preservation laws statewide, which would allow property owners the right to demolish buildings, historic or not, in coastal high- hazard areas that fail to meet current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood standards for new construction.Only buildings on the National Register of Historic Places will be protected. On Miami Beach, there are seven buildings with that designation. According to the bills’ sponsor, he said it’s about safety and resilience. Critics, on the other hand, argue that it s all about the money. &...

‘I am extremely proud’ Hillsborough County deputy helps deliver baby on shoulder of highway

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

PLANT CITY, Fla. (WSVN) – A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy is being recognized for helping deliver a baby on the side of the highway.On Sunday, a driver approached Master Deputy Daniel “Red” Jones in a panic, saying his wife was about to give birth. Master Deputy Jones immediately called for Hillsborough County Fire Rescue for assistance, according to a news release. Master Deputy Jones sprang into action to help the woman in delivering her baby on the shoulder of Highway 60 in Plant City. He utilized his training to ensure a safe delivery and provided “encouragement and emotional support.” Within minutes, a healthy baby girl was born. “I am extremely proud of Master Deputy Jones’s quick actions and dedication to serving our community in any capacity,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “This is his third time assisting a citizen with delivering a baby! While delivering in the front seat of a car was not ...

Miami-Dade Police homicide detectives investigating body found in canal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

Detectives are investigating after a body was found in a Southwest Miami-Dade canal.According to Miami-Dade Police, the body was found near SW 197th Avenue and SW 168th Street, Tuesday morning. They are handling the investigation as an unclassified death.They said the body is an adult male and the medical examiner will work to identify the body and determine the cause of death.Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Former Miramar Police officer accused of kidnapping, choking woman appears in court

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

A former South Florida officer was arrested and is facing disturbing charges. Joshua Bogwandas, 26, is accused of kidnapping a woman he lives with and choking her.He appeared in bond court, Tuesday. According to police, Bogwandas was arrested Monday after refusing to let the woman leave the home and then put his hand on her neck and covered her nose. 7News learned that Bogwandas is a father with two children. If he is released from jail, he will have to live with his mother in Miami. Miramar Police Chief Delrish Moss released a statement that reads as follows, “This arrest illustrates the department’s commitment to enforcing the law without favor. We encourage all victims of domestic violence to come forward without fear, knowing that we take these matters seriously.”Bogwandas has been relived of duty without pay and is being held in jail without bond.

Four students taken to hospital after ingesting ‘unknown substance’ at Boston school

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

Four students were taken to the hospital Tuesday morning after ingesting an ”unknown substance” at Boston school.First responders were called to the Henderson K-12 Inclusion School in Dorchester just before noon. Officials say the students’ lives are not at risk. A spokesman for the district told 7NEWS he does not know the age or grades of the affected students, or what they may have ingested. However, the spokesperson did confirm it was not part of any school activity. Police remained on scene as of 12 p.m. Classes at the school were not cancelled. The incident remains under investigation and no additional information has been released.

Hollywood writers begin strike, late-night shows go dark

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

By JAKE COYLE (AP Film Writer)NEW YORK (AP) — Late-night TV shows including “The Tonight Show” and “The Daily Show” will begin airing reruns as unionized writers soured by Hollywood’s low pay in the streaming era went on strike Tuesday for the first time in 15 years. The labor dispute could have a cascading effect on TV and film productions depending on how long the strike lasts, and it comes as streaming services are under growing pressure from Wall Street to show profits. The Writers Guild of America’s 11,500 unionized screenwriters prepared to picket after negotiations with studios, which began in March, failed by Monday’s deadline to yield a new contract. All script writing is to immediately cease, the guild informed its members.Along with NBC’s “The Tonight Show,” and Comedy Central’s “Daily Show,” ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live” all made plans for reruns through the week.The guild is seek...

Aaron Boone’s decision to turn to inconsistent Clay Holmes backfires and costs Yankees the win

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

It didn’t take long for the second-guessing to begin Monday night at Yankee Stadium.As Aaron Boone emerged from the dugout in the ninth inning, boos quickly followed. A light but raucous crowd wanted to see Domingo German finish one of the best games he’s ever pitched, but Boone yanked the starter after a career-high 8.1 scoreless innings and just 88 pitches following a single from Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan.The Bronx cheers dissipated momentarily as German exited to a deserved ovation, but Clay Holmes’ entrance brought warranted trepidation to the ballpark. The Yankees closer inherited a 2-0 lead with two outs to go, but Boone’s decision to pull an efficient starter for a wobbly reliever predictably backfired.Boone eyed a right-on-right matchup against Amed Rosario with a chance for a game-ending double play. Instead, the shortstop hit a tapper to the third base side of the mound. Holmes bobbled it, and Rosario reached safely.Jose Ramirez then singled ...

1,500 U.S. troops being sent to Mexico border for migrant surge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will send 1,500 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to four administration officials.Military personnel will do data entry, warehouse support and other administrative tasks so that U.S. Customs and Border Protection can focus on fieldwork, the officials said. The troops will not do law enforcement work and will be sent down for roughly 90 days, though their presence can be extended if necessary. The officials were not authorized to speak publicly about the request because it had not yet been approved and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. It wasn’t clear when they would be deployed.The COVID-19 restrictions allowed U.S. officials to turn away tens of thousands of migrants crossing the southern border, but those restrictions will lift May 11 and border officials are bracing for an expected surge of migrants. Even amid the restric...

Biden sending 1,500 troops for Mexico border migrant surge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:15:15 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will send 1,500 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border ahead of an expected migrant surge following the end of coronavirus pandemic-era restrictions, according to four administration officials.Military personnel will do data entry, warehouse support and other administrative tasks so that U.S. Customs and Border Protection can focus on fieldwork, the officials said. The troops will not do law enforcement work and will be sent down for roughly 90 days, though their presence can be extended if necessary. The officials were not authorized to speak publicly about the request and spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity. It's unclear when the troops would be deployed. The COVID-19 restrictions allowed U.S. officials to turn away tens of thousands of migrants crossing the southern border, but those restrictions will lift May 11, and border officials are bracing for an expected surge of migrants. Even amid the restrictions, the adminis...