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This Week in South Florida full episode: November 10, 2024

On the latest episode of This Week in South Florida, host Glenna Milberg was joined by Florida state lawmakers Shevrin Jones and Alex Rizo, Rep. Carlos Gimenez and FIU professor Eduardo Gamarra.

This Week in South Florida: Eduardo Gamarra

The voter's pollsters call Latino voters chose President elect Trump in record numbers.

This Week in South Florida: Carlos Gimenez

Majority control in Congress is still an open question as counting in a handful of districts is still underway.

This Week in South Florida: Shevrin Jones and Alex Rizo

Last week's Presidential Election is getting all the attention, but those elected locally at the city, county, and state levels have the most immediate impact on your life.

‘It’s just such a phenomenal win;’ Trump supporters still in awe of Trump’s landslide political comeback

President Joe Biden addressed the nation Thursday after former President Donald Trump's election victory.

‘Experience matters’: Miami-Dade sheriff-elect Rosie Cordero-Stutz ready to fulfill promises

The first election for a Miami-Dade County sheriff in more than six decades arrived with a win by Sheriff-elect Rosie Cordero-Stutz.

Republicans make up Senate majority; Scott aims to replace McConnell

Even with election results pending, Republicans were the majority in the U.S. Senate after Tuesday’s election.

Vote 2024 results: List of states Trump wins

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Trump to view election results in West Palm Beach

Former President Donald Trump was expected to watch initial election returns at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach Tuesday night, then head to an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach.

No issues reported as voters cast ballots across Miami-Dade County

Steady streams of voters visited their local precincts throughout Miami-Dade County on Election Day.

Vote 2024: Republican Maria Elvira Salazar keeps U.S. House of Representatives seat for 3rd term

U.S. House District 27, which covers areas of downtown Miami, Key Biscayne, Little Havana, Coral Gables, Kendall, and Cutler Bay

Broward County expecting around 300,000 residents to vote on Election Day

In Broward County, more than 697,000 ballots were cast early in the 2024 Presidential Election, both in person and by mail.

Vote 2024: After re-election for 2nd term, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott says Republican Senate leadership is next

Republican Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott celebrated a victory over his Democratic opponent, former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, on Tuesday night in Bonita Springs with more than 56% of the votes.

Amendment 3 fails, which would have legalized recreational marijuana

Amendment 3 -- one of two amendments on the ballot put there by citizens, not lawmakers (the other being Amendment 4) -- failed Tuesday. If it had passed, recreational marijuana would be legal in Florida for adults over 21.

Amendment 4, limiting government interference with abortion, fails

Amendment 4 failed Tuesday, despite the majority of Florida voters saying “yes” on the ballot. A 60% supermajority vote is required to pass an amendment and only 57% voted yes.

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony wins reelection over challenger Charles Whatley

The race for Broward County sheriff came down to incumbent Gregory Tony and challenger Charles Edward Whatley.

Republican Rosie Cordero-Stutz wins race for Miami-Dade sheriff

The first election for a sheriff in Miami-Dade County in more than six decades came down to two candidates.

Broward County gears up for Election Day with thousands of workers at over 350 precincts

With more than 4,000 election workers stationed at over 350 precincts, Broward Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott says the county is ready to deliver a smooth experience for voters on Election Day.

Voters turn out early on Election Day across South Florida

Election organizers in Miami-Dade and Broward counties conducted final checks to ensure a smooth voting process for Tuesday’s Election Day.

Local law enforcement, federal agents preparing to provide security on Election Day

Federal agents will be monitoring election crimes from their headquarters in Broward County on Tuesday.

Florida’s US Senate candidates make last pushes for voters ahead of Election Day

Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott and Democratic former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell are making their final pushes for votes for the Senate ahead of Election Day.

Elections chief urges South Florida voters to prepare for long lines, follow procedures

South Florida voters flocked to early voting sites this past weekend, eager to cast their ballots before the final cutoff.

Local 10 Special: Vote 2024

Just ahead of Election Day, Local 10′s Glenna Milberg showcases the key races and issues in our Vote 2024 Special on Local 10 News.

This Week In South Florida: Debbie Mucarsel-Powell

This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, the Democratic candidate running for U.S. Senate against the Republican incumbent Sen. Rick Scott.

Early voting ends in Broward with voter turnout nearing 60%

Sunday was the last day of early voting at any of the 29 designated locations in Broward County. The voter turnout was at 59.6%.

A blaming game ensues while SoBe tourists’ hostel turns into homeless shelter for 30 days

A blaming game ensued over the weekend after a hostel meant for tourists in South Beach became a temporary shelter for a group of dozens without housing who had traveled from a shelter in Miami.

Vote 2024 Editorial with Bert Medina: ‘Your vote matters! You will decide who will lead our country’

Bert Medina, the president and chief executive officer of WPLG, issues a Vote 2024 Editorial ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Lines growing on final days of early voting as Election Day nears

Lines are growing as people head to the polls ahead of the final day of early voting on Sunday.

Vote 2024: After a year of chaos, North Miami Beach voters will elect a mayor

North Miami Beach voters will elect a mayor after a chaotic few years for city government. The incumbent was elected in a special election after the former mayor was arrested, and his challenger is a commissioner who boycotted several meetings.

Vote 2024: Lauderdale Lakes mayoral election gets crowded

A cluster of campaign signs reflects the crowded campaign field in Lauderdale Lakes. Four candidates and the incumbent want to be the city’s next mayor.

North Miami votes for mayor amid city hall turmoil

North Miami voters are choosing a new mayor next week and will see some familiar faces on the ballot. There are four candidates running in the race.

Lawsuit filed to reinstate Miami Beach homelessness tax vote

A day after Miami Beach commissioners voted to rescind a question on the November ballot about authorizing a 1% food and beverage tax for homelessness — just days before the election — a lawsuit has been filed on behalf of several Miami Beach residents seeking to have their votes count.

Miami Lakes mayor race highlights town’s key issues

With the current mayor of Miami Lakes term-limited, three candidates are vying for the seat.

Just 6 days before election, Miami Beach commission votes to take homeless tax question off ballot

Early voters who were lined up at the Miami Beach City Hall site on Wednesday had no idea that three floors up, commissioners had just voted to cancel a question put on the ballot by a previous commission.

Race for Doral mayor comes down to incumbent, former supporter

In 2022, Christi Fraga won a special runoff election to become Doral's first female mayor.

Broward offering free bus rides for voters on Election Day

In an effort to boost voter participation, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance to waive all transit fares for Broward County Transit buses and paratransit services for voters on Election Day.

Lines at polls expected to get longer as Election Day nears

There are just five more days left of early voting in South Florida ahead of next Tuesday’s General Election.

2 men running to unseat Wilton Manors mayor

Three men are battling for the mayor’s seat in a small city in Broward County that is home to nearly 12,000 residents.

Caught on Camera: South Florida man faces charges for allegedly yelling antisemitic slurs at polling site

A West Palm Beach man is being charged with voter intimidation after he was caught on camera by a news crew allegedly yelling antisemitic slurs at a campaign worker at a polling site.

Miami-Dade ballot box mishap caught on camera; elections employee fired

With just a week before Election Day, Miami-Dade County’s Elections Department is responding to a troubling incident caught on camera involving early voting ballots inside a ballot box on a Miami-Dade road after falling from an unlocked truck.

Trump rallies supporters at Mar-a-Lago resort ahead of presidential election

Former President Trump is set to hold a news conference Tuesday morning from his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach.

Sunrise mayor’s race intensifies as Mike Ryan seeks 5th term against commissioner, newcomer

The city of Sunrise, home to nearly 100,000 residents, is seeing a heated contest for mayor as longtime incumbent Mike Ryan seeks a fifth term in office.

Video shows suspect kicking Broward man’s Trump sign, leaving threatening note

A Pembroke Pines homeowner was alarmed after video surveillance captured someone violating his political yard sign and leaving a threatening message behind.

Republican running for Miami-Dade elections head heckles Democratic Senate candidate

Florida's U.S. Senate race reached a boiling point when the two campaigns came face to face during an early voting event in Miami-Dade County.

Florida leaders, celebs react to Tony Hinchcliffe calling Puerto Rico ‘floating piece of garbage’

A comment made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Miami rally for former President Donald Trump on Sunday has sparked bipartisan backlash and ignited strong reactions among Puerto Rican community leaders, local politicians and voters in South Florida.

Vote 2024: Early voting continues in South Florida

It is the second week of early voting here in South Florida.

South Florida voters take advantage of early voting for ‘one of the most important elections in our times’

Hundreds of thousands of people have been turning out across South Florida to vote in the General Election since early voting began on Oct. 21.

VIEW RESULTS: Florida constitutional amendments results for Nov. 5

Florida voters made decisions on Nov 5 about two citizen-initiated amendments on marijuana and abortion and four legislatively-referred amendments.

DeSantis’s appointee runs to keep Miami-Dade School Board seat

Maxeme “Max” Tuchman is challenging Mary Blanco, the incumbent, in November to serve as the Miami-Dade School Board member who represents District 7.

Organizers rally South Florida for early voting push

Early voting is in full swing across South Florida, with several organizations helping the community get out and vote.

Vote 2024: Salazar faces congressional challenge from Miami-Dade school board member

Democrats are once again trying to flip the District 27 U.S. congressional seat, currently held by Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.

Race for Cooper City mayor heats up ahead of 2024 election

As the 2024 election approaches, the race for Cooper City mayor is heating up, with former city commissioner James Curran squaring off against attorney Hofit Lottenberg.

Cuban American support for Trump at record levels, according to poll

A record number of Cuban American voters in Miami-Dade County said they were voting for Trump, according to a poll released by Florida International University on Wednesday.

Broward sheriff faces scandal claims from challenger in heated race

Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony appears poised for reelection, but his challenger, Charles Edward Whatley, isn’t backing down.

Lauderhill mayor’s seat up for grabs as 2 commissioners vie for role

With Lauderhill Mayor Ken Thurston stepping down, two city commissioners are competing to fill his seat. Vice Mayor Lawrence “Jabbow” Martin and Commissioner Denise Grant have both launched active campaigns as election day approaches, each hoping to bring their vision to the city’s leadership.

VIEW RESULTS: Monroe County General Election Results for Nov. 5, 2024

Voters in Monroe County and across the U.S. headed to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5 to cast their ballots in the General Election.

VIEW RESULTS: Miami-Dade County General Election Results for Nov. 5, 2024

Voters in Miami-Dade County and across the U.S. headed to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5 to cast their ballots in the General Election.

Florida voters set to decide on Amendment 6: Public funding for state candidates at stake

As Florida voters prepare to cast their ballots in just a few days, they will be faced with six amendments, including Amendment 6, which proposes to provide public funding for candidates running for state office.

Southwest Ranches mayoral candidates debate town’s future as election nears

The upcoming mayoral election in the rural town of Southwest Ranches has sparked a heated debate between incumbent Steve Breitkreuz and challenger Lori Parrish, both longtime residents with differing visions for how the town should move forward.

This Week In South Florida Podcast: Oct. 20, 2024

Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews Lauren Brenzel, the campaign director of Yes on 4; Charles Whatley, the Broward County Sheriff candidate challenging Sheriff Gregory Tony; Lori Alhadeff, the chair of the Broward County School Board; and David Richardson, a candidate for Miami-Dade Tax Collector.

This Week In South Florida: David Richardson

Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews David Richardson, a candidate for Miami-Dade Tax Collector.

This Week In South Florida: Charles Whatley

Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews Charles Whatley, the Broward County Sheriff candidate challenging Sheriff Gregory Tony.

This Week In South Florida: Lauren Brenzel

Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews Lauren Brenzel, the campaign director of Yes on 4, which helped coordinate support to include a Florida abortion ballot initiative.

Vote 2024: Amendment 5 explained

Amendment 5 will be on the ballots of Florida voters on Nov. 5.

Pompano Beach voters will also be electing their mayor in November

Debresia “Bre” LeSane is campaigning to replace Rex Hardin, the mayor of Pompano Beach. She is asking residents to vote for her in November.

Vote 2024: 3 candidates look to unseat 2-term Hollywood mayor

Hollywood is the third largest city in Broward County, known for its iconic beach Broadwalk and revitalized downtown area.

Vote 2024 guide: Early voting runs from Oct. 21 to Nov. 3 in Florida

Florida requires voters to register 29 days before casting a ballot in an election. There is a database online to look up voter information.

Longtime Hallandale Beach mayor faces challenger in heated race

A mayoral race in Hallandale Beach is stirring up big political debates in the almost 100-year-old city.

Florida abortion amendment ads make competing claims about minors. What’s true?

Millions of dollars in ads are trying to sway your vote on the abortion rights amendment on the November ballot.

After Trump’s pet-eating falsehoods, South Florida Haitians come together to support Harris

South Florida's Haitian community is coming together to announce the placement of several billboards along I-95.

Vote 2024: Amendment 4 explained

Amendment 4 is an abortion rights question. It would remove the government’s ability to block or delay the decision to end a pregnancy before the fetus is “viable” and/or to protect the life of the mother.

Vote 2024: Amendment 3 explained

Amendment 3 is one of two amendments on the ballot put there by citizens, not lawmakers (the other being Amendment 4). Its passage would make marijuana use legal for adults over 21, define the amounts, and define the business market for it.

VOTE 2024: Amendment 1 explained

Floridians will vote on six constitutional Amendments on the November ballot, including questions about abortion and marijuana use. Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg separates facts from fiction, as she presents an explainer for Amendment 1.

Miami-Dade School Board candidates debate on This Week In South Florida

With the November election in mind, Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg hosted a debate between Max Tuchman and incumbent Mary Blanco, who both want to represent Miami-Dade County School Board District 7.

VOTE 2024: Amendments 101 helps Florida voters to separate fact from fiction

Floridians will vote on six constitutional Amendments on the November ballot, including questions about abortion and marijuana use. Local 10′s Glenna Milberg separates facts from fiction as she presents “Amendments 101.”

Miami-Dade elections supervisor urges early return of mail-in ballots

Miami-Dade County kicked off its vote-by-mail process this week, sending out more than 260,000 ballots to voters ahead of what’s expected to be a high-turnout election.

This Week In South Florida: Voters’ deadlines to remember

Florida requires voters to register 29 days before casting a ballot in an election. There is a database online to look up voter information.

This Week In South Florida Roundtable: Sept. 22, 2024

Kimberly Leonard, of Politico; Marc Caputo, of The Bulwark; and Antonio Fins, of The Palm Beach Post, joined the TWISF Roundtable.

LGBTQ+ leaders launch Get Out the Vote Center in Wilton Manors

The Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus and its Broward chapter, the Dolphin Democrats, launched the 2024 LGBTQ+ Get Out the Vote Center on Friday.

Local 10 Editorial: Decisions that may impact us for generations to be made in this year’s election

Voters will soon be deciding who will be the next president and who will be representing Florida in the U.S. Senate. And those are just two of the many important questions facing voters on Nov. 5.

‘It’s our duty’: Young voters urged to register at Miami-Dade College event

Tuesday certainly felt like a holiday at Miami Dade College’s North Campus. There was swag, music, dancing, free food and even mechanical bull rides — all in an effort to entice potential voters to come out and register on National Voter Registration Day.

Abortion showdown: Florida secretary of state defends petition fraud probe related to Amendment 4 ballot measure

The Florida secretary of state defended an investigation into petition fraud, as advocates gather signatures to enshrine abortion rights in the state’s constitution through the proposed Amendment 4 — subject to a referendum on the November ballot.

‘A low blow’: Outrage grows in South Florida after Trump repeats false Haitian pet-eating claim

Leaders in Springfield, Ohio are reacting to the bogus claims from Donald Trump about Haitian immigrants eating pets.

DeSantis says tax-funded site against abortion measure ‘above board’; critics call it ‘desperation’

Taking questions from members of the media, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to critics of a taxpayer-funded website that appears to campaign against an upcoming ballot measure to put abortion rights in the state’s constitution.

Vote 2024: Mucarsel-Powell closes gap in Senate race, challenges Scott to Spanish debate

With more polls showing Florida Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell closing in on Republican incumbent Sen. Rick Scott, the only Latina in the country to run for a Senate seat in 2024 says Scott’s claim she is a “socialist” is part of his “disinformation” campaign.