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NEW THIS MORNING-
THE CANDIDATES FOR PRESIDENT ARE CRAMMING -- AS THE THEY GET READY TO GO HEAD TO HEAD ONCE AGAIN-
THIS TIME IN A TOWN HALL STYLE DEBATE-
ABC-7 HAS A PREVIEW.
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AND-
FOR THE FIRST TIME-
THE FAMILIES OF 9-11 VICTIMS GET TO SEE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE ACCUSED OF MASTERMINDING THE TERROR ATTACKS-
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PLUS-
THE FUTURE OF DOWNTOWN CAPE CORAL -- HANGS IN THE BALANCE TODAY-
AS THE CITY MANAGER, WANTS TO GET RID OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY-
ABC-7 WILL TELL YOU WHY.
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Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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YOUR VOICE, YOUR VOTE 2012-
AND WE ARE JUST ONE DAY AWAY, FROM THE NEXT PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE-
BOTH PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA AND REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEE MITT ROMNEY ARE IN FULL DEBATE PREP MODE-
TRACIE POTTS REPORTS -- FROM WASHINGTON, D.C.
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PRESIDENT OBAMA. TAKING A BREAK FROM HIS WEEKEND DEBATE PREP IN WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA.
ADVISERS SAY EXPECT A MORE AGGRESSIVE PRESIDENT OBAMA TO CHALLENGE MITT ROMNEY TOMORROW NIGHT.
super burned in
"He has to be more energetic -- I think you'll see somebody who is very passionate about the choice that our country faces."
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"We saw Governor Romney sort of serially walk away from his own proposals and certainly the president is going to be willing to challenge him, on it."
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"The president can change his style, he can change his tactics, he can't change his record, he can't change his policies."
MITT ROMNEY'S DOING DEBATE PREP ON THE ROAD. SATURDAY, HE WAS IN OHIO:
Presidential Nominee
"I need you to get other people who voted for Barack Obama to come join our team, we need Ohio."
MAYBE NOT:
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Ohio
"He can probably win the presidency without Ohio, but I wouldn't want to take the risk. No Republican has."
ROMNEY'S DONE 34 EVENTS IN OHIO SINCE THE REPUBLICAN CONVENTION -- 11 SINCE HIS LAST DEBATE.
HIS CAMPAIGN SAYS THEY'VE SIGNED UP THOUSANDS OF NEW VOLUNTEERS THERE.
POLLS NOW SHOW PRESIDENT OBAMA'S LEAD IN OHIO NARROWED TO JUST OVER ONE POINT, ON AVERAGE.
BUT REUTERS-IPSOS REPORTS THE PRESIDENT'S GOT A BIG ADVANTAGE -- 18 POINTS - AMONG EARLY VOTERS.
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TRACIE POTTS REPORTING.
AND YOU CAN WATCH THE TWO CANDIDATES GO HEAD TO HEAD TOMORROW NIGHT AT 9 DURING THE TOWN HALL STYLE DEBATE-
YOU CAN SEE IT LIVE RIGHT HERE ON ABC7.
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ABC7 HAS LEARNED VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN -- IS COMING BACK TO FLORIDA THIS WEEK-
HE'LL BE BACK IN SUNSHINE STATE ON FRIDAY.
THIS IS VIDEO OF THE VICE PRESIDENT'S VISIT TO FORT MYERS LAST MONTH-
THE OBAMA CAMPAIGN -- HAS NOT YET RELEASED DETAILS ON THE VISIT-
AS SOON AS WE FIND OUT WHEN AND WHERE BIDEN WILL BE, WE WILL BE SURE TO LET YOU KNOW.
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DEVELOPING THIS MORNING-
HEARINGS ARE SET TO START TODAY AT GUANTANAMO BAY FOR FIVE MEN CHARGED WITH PLANNING OR HELPING IN THE SEPTEMBER 11TH TERRORIST ATTACKS.
FAMILIES OF THE VICTIMS CAN WATCH THE PRE-TRIAL HEARINGS ON CLOSED CIRCUIT T-V AT FORTS IN PLACES AROUND THE EAST COAST.
AMONG THOSE GOING ON TRIAL BEFORE A MILITARY COMMISSION INCLUDE KHALID SHEIKH MOHAMMED. THE SELF-PROFESSED MASTERMIND OF THE ATTACKS.
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ABC-7 ON TOP OF DEVELOPING NEWS IN THE CAPE-
THE FUTURE OF DOWNTOWN CAPE CORAL IS IN LIMBO THIS MORNING-
AND TODAY, THE CITY IS EXPECTED TO VOTE ON WHETHER OR NOT -- TO DISBAND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
HEFTY SALARIES, CONSULTATION FEES AND RENT -- ARE REASONS THE CITY MANAGER WANTS TO DO AWAY WITH THE C-R-A
HE ALSO CLAIMS THE THERE ISN'T ENOUGH MONEY TO KEEP THE IT RUNNING THROUGH THE END OF NEXT YEAR.
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS OWNERS WE TALKED TO SAY -- THEY LIKE THE PERSONAL TOUCH OF THE C-R-A.
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58:36 "I think it's important to have that close relationship with your CRA. If it goes to the city we might lose that attention to each specific business.
C-R-A OFFICIALS ABC-7 SPOKE TO, SAY -- THE MATH DOESN'T ADD UP, AND THEY INTEND TO PROVE IT.
WE WILL LET YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENS AT TODAY'S MEETING.
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A SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MAN IS DEAD THIS MORNING, AFTER FORT MYERS POLICE SAY, HE COMMITTED SUICIDE AT FOWLER FIRE ARMS AND GUN RANGE.
POLICE TELL ABC-7, 75-YEAR-OLD RICHARD KELLEY RENTED A GUN FROM THE BUSINESS AND SHOT HIMSELF.
HE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD AT THE SCENE.
IT HAPPENED JUST BEFORE 12-30 YESTERDAY AFTERNOON -- WHILE THE RANGE WAS OPEN.
USUALLY - IT'S OUR POLICY NOT TO REPORT ON SUICIDES, BUT BECAUSE THIS HAPPENED IN A PUBLIC PLACE WE FELT THE NEED TO PASS ALONG THE INFORMATION.
IT'S UNCLEAR HOW MANY PEOPLE WERE INSIDE THE GUN RANGE AT THE TIME.
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A NAPLES K-MART EMPLOYEE IS IN TROUBLE THIS MORNING -- AFTER DEPUTIES SAY SHE TOOK CASH FROM REGISTERS AT THE STORE.
COLLIER COUNTY DEPUTIES ARRESTED 18 YEAR OLD TAYLOR GILLIGAN -- AFTER K-MART SECURITY CAUGHT HER TAKING MONEY FROM THE REGISTERS IN THE LAYAWAY DEPARTMENT.
THE TOTAL AMOUNT TAKEN?
ABOUT ONE-HUNDRED DOLLARS.
SHE WAS ARRESTED AND TAKEN TO JAIL.
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'TIS THE SEASON.ALREADY?
MANY PEOPLE AROUND TOWN SAY SOUTHWEST FLORIDA IS GETTING CROWDED EARLIER THAN USUAL.
FROM THE ROADS, TO CHURCH PEWS.
LOCAL BUSINESSES ARE ALREADY SEEING A BOOST FROM SEASONAL RESIDENTS.
ABOUT 2 WEEKS EARLY.
AT JOE'S DINER IN NAPLES.
THE OWNER TELLS US THE CROWD HIT OVER THE WEEKEND.
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13:07 joe dibernardo/owner/joe's diner
13:07 "I think people are getting a grip on their money situation, trying to put the recession behind them and I hear it's getting chilly up north too."
ACCORDING TO COLLIER COUNTY'S BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE -- THE POPULATION GROWS BY ONE-THIRD IN THE WINTER.
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AFTER A SLOW TRIP THAT TOOK ALL WEEKEND -- SPACE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR IS NOW AT IT'S NEW HOME.
THE SHUTTLE PULLED UP TO THE CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER IN LOS ANGELES SUNDAY. A DAY LATE. AFTER A LONG, ARDUOUS JOURNEY, SLOWED BY DELAYS.
OBSTACLES LIKE TREES, TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND POWER POLES GOT IN THE WAY-
BUT WORKERS MADE IT HAPPEN -- AND THE SHUTTLE ARRIVED.
THE EXHIBIT OPENS OCTOBER 30TH.
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AND SPEAKING OF SPACE-
A SKYDIVER TOUCHES THE HEAVENS AS HE BREAKS A RECORD OVER NEW MEXICO-
"FEARLESS" FELIX BAUMGARTNER FELL NEARLY 24 MILES TO EARTH, FROM THE EDGE OF SPACE SUNDAY.
ON THE WAY DOWN BAUMGARTNER BECAME THE FIRST HUMAN TO TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE SPEED OF SOUND WITHOUT BEING INSIDE A CRAFT.
HE REACHED A TOP SPEED OF MACH ONE-POINT-24, JUST UNDER 834 MILES AN HOUR.
BAUMGARTNER OPENED HIS PARACHUTE AT FIVE-THOUSAND FEET TO COMPLETE THE 10-MINUTE JUMP.
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A COLLEGE FRESHMAN SINKS A WINNING SHOT ON THE BASKETBALL--AND HE WASNT EVEN PART OF THE TEAM.
THE SAN DIEGO STATE STUDENT--STEPS TO HALF COURT DURING A HALF TIME CONTEST--HE FAKES A GRANNY SHOT.
THE STEPS BACK AND-----NOTHING BUT NET!
THOUSANDS OF FANS WENT CRAZY--HITTING THEIR FEET TO CHEER.
IT'S A LONG SHOT THAT WON FRESHMAN CRAIG HORLBECK A TOYOTA TACOMA PICKUP TRUCK.
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ONE CURIOUS KITTEN GOT HERSELF IN A PICKLE--BUT NOTHING IT COULDN'T GET OUT OF.
TAKE A LOOK AT THIS VIDEO.
"TUSYA"---WANTS HER TOYS SO BAD---SHE WIGGLES AND SQUIRMS INTO THE JAR.
SHE FINALLY ESCAPES BUT THE TOYS REMAINED IN THE JAR.
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS THE FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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DEVELOPING THIS MORNING-
ABC-7 IS STILL WAITING TO LEARN IF THE BODY FOUND BY HUNTERS IN A RURAL PART OF LEVY COUNTY -- IS THAT OF MISSING COLLEGE STUDENT CHRISTIAN AGUILAR.
THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA STUDENT WAS LAST SEEN -- WITH HIGH SCHOOL FRIEND, PEDRO BRAVO.
BRAVO TOLD POLICE, THE TWO HAD A FIGHT -- AND HE LEFT THE 18-YEAR-OLD IN A PARKING LOT.
INVESTIGATORS STILL HAVE TO POSITIVELY IDENTIFY THE BODY, BUT AGUILAR'S FATHER SAYS THIS IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THEIR GRIEVING PROCESS.
"We as a family believe that Christian has been found and our prayers have been heard. We want to wait until the authorities confirm it. At this moment, the only thing we want to say as a family is to thank every single person that support our family during this horrible times."
POLICE REVEALED -- BRAVO PURCHASED A SHOVEL AND DUCT TAPE-
THIS MORNING, BRAVO IS STILL IN JAIL, CHARGED WITH 1ST DEGREE MURDER.
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HERE'S A QUICK LOOK AT THIS MORNING'S TOP STORIES-
ABC7 HAS LEARNED VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN -- IS COMING BACK TO FLORIDA THIS WEEK-
HE'LL BE BACK IN SUNSHINE STATE ON FRIDAY.
THIS IS VIDEO OF THE VICE PRESIDENT'S VISIT TO FORT MYERS LAST MONTH-
AS SOON AS WE FIND OUT WHEN AND WHERE BIDEN WILL BE, WE WILL BE SURE TO LET YOU KNOW.
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HEARINGS ARE SET TO START TODAY AT GUANTANAMO BAY -- FOR FIVE MEN CHARGED WITH PLANNING OR HELPING IN THE SEPTEMBER 11TH TERRORIST ATTACKS.
AMONG THOSE GOING ON TRIAL BEFORE A MILITARY COMMISSION -- INCLUDE KHALID SHEIKH MOHAMMED. THE SELF-PROFESSED MASTERMIND OF THE ATTACKS
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TODAY THE CITY OF CAPE CORAL IS EXPECTED TO VOTE ON WHETHER OR NOT -- TO DISBAND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
HEFTY SALARIES, CONSULTATION FEES AND RENT -- ARE REASONS THE CITY MANAGER WANTS TO DO AWAY WITH THE C-R-A
HE ALSO CLAIMS THE THERE ISN'T ENOUGH MONEY TO KEEP THE IT RUNNING THROUGH THE END OF NEXT YEAR.
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THE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR IS AT IT'S NEW HOME THIS MORNING-
THE SHUTTLE PULLED UP TO THE CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER IN LOS ANGELES SUNDAY. A DAY LATE. AFTER A LONG, ARDUOUS JOURNEY, SLOWED BY DELAYS.
OBSTACLES LIKE TREES, TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND POWER POLES GOT IN THE WAY-
BUT WORKERS FINALLY GOT IT THERE.
THE EXHIBIT OPENS OCTOBER 30TH.
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS THE FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE CAME TOGETHER TO NOT ONLY WATCH A FOOTBALL GAME, BUT TO PAY TRIBUTE TO 11-YEAR-OLD JESSE WATLINGTON-
HE WAS KILLED A FEW WEEKS AGO WHEN HE WAS STRUCK BY LIGHTNING AT FOOTBALL PRACTICE.
THEY CAME TOGETHER TO RETIRE JESSE'S FOOTBALL JERSEY-
NUMBER 51-
NO ONE AT JESSE'S SCHOOL WILL NEVER WEAR THAT NUMBER AGAIN.
IN HONOR OF JESSE, SPECTATORS AND PLAYERS WORE PURPLE, JESSE'S FAVORITE COLOR DURING THE FOOTBALL GAME.
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AS FLU SEASON GETS UNDERWAY -- HEALTH EXPERTS ARE URGING *EVERYONE* TO GET A FLU SHOT.
BUT THEY'RE ESPECIALLY CONCERNED -- ABOUT VACCINATING CERTAIN *HIGH RISK* GROUPS OF PEOPLE -- INCLUDING CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN.
DEVIN SCILLIAN HAS MORE.
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TO GUARD AGAINST FLU, A GROWING NUMBER OF KIDS ARE GETTING A SQUIRT. INSTEAD OF A SHOT.
"We do now have a nasal mist spray that can be used and that form is routinely recommended, or can be given to any child two years of age and older, who is otherwise healthy."
IF YOUR CHILD IS UNDER TWO, HAS A WEAKENED IMMUNE SYSTEM OR SUFFERS FROM WHEEZING, THEY'LL NEED THE REGULAR SHOT.
SOME KIDS WITH EGG ALLERGIES CAN BE SAFELY VACCINATED, BUT TALK TO YOUR PEDIATRICIAN ABOUT EXTRA PRECAUTIONS FIRST.
FLU SHOTS ARE *NOT* APPROVED FOR BABIES UNDER SIX MONTHS, SO IT'S ESPECIALLY CRITICAL FOR PREGNANT WOMEN TO BE VACCINATED.
"Not only are women more vulnerable to influenza complications during pregnancy, but their babies may be affected by the flu."
FLU MIST IS *NOT* AN OPTION IF YOU'RE PREGNANT, BUT THE REGULAR SHOT IS SAFE TO GET ANY TIME DURING PREGNANCY, DURING ANY TRIMESTER.
"We know that pregnant women who get vaccinated for the flu have healthier babies. They also pass on their antibodies to the newborn in the first 6 months of life."
HAVING PEOPLE AROUND THE BABY VACCINATED ALSO HELPS.
THAT'S CALLED "COCOONING."
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DEVIN SCILLIAN REPORTING.
EXPERTS SAY THE FLU SHOT IS ALSO CRITICAL FOR OTHER HIGH RISK GROUPS -- INCLUDING PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL PROBLEMS-
ANYONE AGE 65 AND UP
AND PEOPLE WHO LIVE WITH OR CARE FOR PEOPLE -- WHO ARE CONSIDERED HIGH RISK.
FLU SHOTS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE, THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND MOST MAJOR DRUG STORES.
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HELPING WOMEN TO HAVE HEALTHY BABIES-
THAT'S THE IDEA BEHIND THE ANNUAL BIKERS FOR BABIES EVENT-
ALMOST 15 HUNDRED BIKERS CAME TOGETHER FOR THE EVENT-
THE 35 MILE RIDE FOR NAPLES TO FORT MYERS IS THE LONGEST POLICE ESCORTED RIDE IN THE COUNTRY.
THE EVENT HELPS THE NON PROFIT GROUP, MARCH OF DIMES.
MONEY RAISED GOES TOWARDS IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF PREMATURE BABIES --
LIKE MARCELLA BROWN FROM PUNTA GORDA.
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MARCELLA BROWN/ PUNTA GORDA
:04 I didn't learn to walk until I was 18 months old. So I was a bit motor delayed. But I am just very lucky the March of Dimes helped me have a better life without them, I wouldn't be alive today."
WORLDWIDE, 1 IN TEN BABIES ARE BORN PREMATURE.
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IT'S HOLIDAY TIME.
AND THAT MEANS ONE THING. OPRAH'S FAVORITE THINGS!
IT'S COMING BACK.
THE QUEEN OF TALK IS BRINGING BACK HER MOST POPULAR SHOW. FOR JUST ONE DAY NEXT MONTH.
IT WILL BE ON THE "OWN NETWORK."
AND THE LUCKY AUDIENCE IS EXTRA SPECIAL. MILITARY SPOUSES.
THE TEAM WILL HAVE EVERY MUST-HAVE ITEM.
IT'S ALL IN A TWO HOUR SPECIAL -- ON NOVEMBER 18TH.
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ANOTHER BIG WEEKEND AT THE BOX OFFICE.
IT WAS UP OVER *HALF -- FROM A YEAR AGO.
TWO BIG NAMES.
TAKEN 2.
AND "ARGO" BY BEN AFFLECK.
DID YOU SEE THEM?
WHICH MANAGED TO BRING IN THE BIGGEST AUDIENCE?
*AMERICA MONEY* TELLS YOU, NEXT.
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS TH
E FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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SPONSORSHIP SHOULD WIPE TO MONEY SCOPE/ TECH BYTES REPORT
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IF YOU REQUESTED AN EXTENSION BACK IN APRIL ON FILING YOUR TAXES, TODAY IS DEADLINE DAY-
TAXPAYERS WITH EXTENSIONS SHOULD PAY SOMETHING TODAY---EVEN IF IT'S NOT THE FULL AMOUNT DUE.
BY DOING SO, YOU'LL AVOID THE LATE-FILING PENALTY. BUT INTEREST AND LATE-PAYMENT PENALTIES WILL CONTINUE TO ACCRUE.
SOME TAXPAYERS STILL HAVE MORE TIME FILE, INCLUDING MEMBERS OF THE MILITARY AND THOSE SERVING IN IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN OR OTHER COMBAT ZONES LOCALITIES.
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THERE'S A NEW I-D PROGRAM IN TEXAS, CAUSING CONTROVERSY-
THAT'S BECAUSE ONE OF THE LARGEST SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN THE STATE -- IS REQUIRING STUDENTS TO WEAR RADIO FREQUENCY I-D BADGES.
THE BADGES ALLOW FACULTY TO QUICKLY LOCATE AND COUNT EACH STUDENT.
THE PLAN HAS SOME CRITICS.
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It's dumb. Why are they going to track me at school
They're tracking us like we're convicts are something
Where does this go from here? Today in the schools, tomorrow in the work places and who knows where else
THE A-C-L-U WORRIES THE TRACKING CAPABILITY -- VIOLATES PRIVACY RIGHTS.
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT SAYS ATTENDANCE NUMBERS ARE UP -- SINCE THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN IN PLACE, SO THE BADGES ARE HERE TO STAY.
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WE HAVE BRAND NEW POLL NUMBERS THIS MORNING-
THAT SHOW THE PRESIDENT MAINTAINING THE SMALLEST OF LEADS OVER MITT ROMNEY-
BUT THE NEWS IS NOT ALL BAD FOR THE PRESIDENT-
ABC-7 EXPLAINS IN YOUR VOICE, YOUR VOTE.
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AND-
THE CAPTAIN OF THE COSTA CONCORDIA IS NOW ON TRIAL-
BUT---
HE HASN'T BEEN FORMALLY CHARGED WITH ANYTHING-
ABC-7 HAS THE LATEST.
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PLUS-
ATTENTION SHOPPERS!
BEWARE OF FAKE REVIEWS.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW SO YOU DON'T FALL VICTIM.
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Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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WE HAVE A BRAND NEW SNAPSHOT OF THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE.
THIS MORNING'S "ABC NEWS-WASHINGTON POST POLL" -- FINDS PRESIDENT OBAMA BARELY LEADING MITT ROMNEY AMONG LIKELY VOTERS.
WITH JUST 22 DAYS UNTIL THE ELECTION AND ONE DAY UNTIL THE NEXT PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE-- THE NUMBER OF REGISTERED VOTERS WHO SAY THE COUNTRY IS HEADED "SERIOUSLY OFF ON THE WRONG TRACK" HAS EASED TO ITS LOWEST IN NEARLY THREE YEARS.
IT'S 56 PERCENT -- A LEVEL INCUMBENTS FEEL THEY CAN SURVIVE.
ABC'S TAHMAN BRADLEY IS IN WASHINGTON WITH THE LATEST.
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President Obama and Mitt Romney are preparing for Round two - tomorrow night
's second presidential debate.
With polls showing a tight race, both campaigns know the stakes are enormous
.
According to a new ABC News-Washington Post poll out this morning,
President Obama leads Mitt Romney 49- to 46-percent among likely voters.
But there's encouraging news for Romney. 59-percent of his supporters
now say they're strongly enthusiastic about him, compared to 55-percent of
the President's supporters.
Mr. Obama spent the weekend in Williamsburg, Virginia getting ready for
Tuesday's showdown.
Obama at campaign office
Reporter: "HOW IS THE DEBATE PREP GOING, SIR?"
Obama: "IT IS GOING GREAT."
Democrats admit President Obama's lackluster performance during the first
debate was damaging.
They say the President will be more aggressive this time.
SOT Axelrod
"I THINK HE'S GOING TO MAKE SOME ADJUSTMENTS ON TUESDAY."
Mitt Romney has been holding debate sessions outside Boston.
Republicans say they know they'll see a different President Obama on Tuesday
.
SOT Portman
"I THINK PRESIDENT OBAMA IS GOING TO COME OUT SWINGING. I THINK HE'S GOING
TO HAVE TO COMPENSATE FOR A POOR FIRST DEBATE."
Both campaigns have been focused on the crucial state of Ohio, where they're
hoping to reach undecided voters like Brenda Lovell.
She says she voted for President Obama in 2008, but he hasn't sealed the
deal this year.
Ohio voter interview
Brenda Lovell, Ohio voter: "I'M DISAPPOINTED. I THINK THAT HE MADE A LOT OF
PROMISES THAT HAVEN'T BEEN KEPT."
David Muir: "BUT YOU'RE NOT SOLD ON GOV. ROMNEY YET?"
Brenda Lovell: "NO. NOT YET."
Undecided voters are shrinking. According to that ABC News/Washington Post
poll, barely one in eight voters remain undecided, or say there's a chance
they could change their vote before election day.
Tahman Bradley, ABC News, Washington.
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NOT ONLY ARE THE CANDIDATES GETTING READY FOR TOMORROW'S DEBATE, BUT THE VENUE IS AS WELL-
HERE'S A LOOK INSIDE THE FORUM AT HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY-
WORKERS SPENT THE WEEKEND PUTTING FINISHING TOUCHES ON THE STAGE.
UNDECIDED VOTERS WILL BE ASKING THE QUESTIONS--- WHICH WE ARE TOLD, WILL MOSTLY FOCUS ON FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC POLICY.
CNN'S CANDY CROWLEY IS THE MODERATOR.
SHE'S THE FIRST WOMAN TO MODERATE A PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE IN TWO DECADES.
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FORMER PENNSYLVANIA SENATOR ARLEN SPECTER DIED AT HIS PHILADELPHIA HOME SUNDAY.
HE PASSED AWAY FROM COMPLICATIONS OF NON-HODGKIN LYMPHOMA.
THE 82-YEAR-OLD SPENT 30 YEARS IN THE SENATE, THE MAJORITY OF THEM AS A MODERATE REPUBLICAN.
BUT HE SWITCHED PARTIES IN 2009, SAYING HE WAS "INCREASINGLY AT ODDS" WITH THE REPUBLICAN PARTY'S PHILOSOPHY.
HIS SENATE CAREER THEN ENDED WHEN HE LOST THE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY.
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BACK HERE IN FLORIDA-
A CAR SLAMS INTO A BUSINESS IN ORANGE COUNTY -- AND ITS ALL CAUGHT ON VIDEO.
SURVEILLANCE VIDEO FROM THE BUSINESS SHOWS THE SPEEDING CAR GOING SIDEWAYS INTO THE BUILDING, CRUMBLING THE OFFICE SPACE.
THANKFULLY, THE BUSINESS WAS CLOSED -- EARLY SATURDAY.
POLICE SAID THE WOMAN BEHIND THE WHEEL WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL HOSPTIAL.
CHARGES AGAINST THE DRIVER ARE PENDING.
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THE FAMILY OF A MAN STILL TRAPPED IN THE RUBBLE OF A PARKING GARAGE COLLAPSE IN MIAMI ARE FRUSTRATED BY THE LACK OF URGENCY TO FIND HIM-
THE GARAGE COLLAPSED WEDNESDAY AT MIAMI DADE COLLEGE.
DOZENS OF ROBERT BUDHOO'S FAMILY MEMBERS HELD SIGNS AND YELLED AT POLICE AND FIRE OFFICIALS AT THE SITE OVER THE WEEKEND.
THREE OTHER CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WERE KILLED IN THE COLLAPSE.
THE CAMPUS IS STILL CLOSED.
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HAPPENING TODAY-
HEARINGS START FOR THE CAPTAIN OF THE COSTA CONCORIDA-
FRANCESCO SCHETTINO-
EVEN THOUGH HE'S ACCUSED OF STEERING THE SHIP TOO CLOSE TO SHORE.
HE HAS NOT BEEN FORMALLY CHARGED.
SEVERAL CREW MEMBERS AND MANAGERS -- ARE ALSO UNDER INVESTIGATION.
AT LEAST 32 PEOPLE WERE KILLED -- WHEN THE SHIP HIT ROCKS AND CAPSIZED LAST JANUARY.
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IS YOUR PERSONAL FACEBOOK PAGE--A BIT TOO PERSONAL?
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A JOB YOU MIGHT WANT TO DO A LITTLE SPRING CLEANING.
A NEW CAREER BUILDER STUDY SHOWS MORE POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS ARE CHECKING FACEBOOK BEFORE PUTTING YOU ON THE PAYROLL.
37-PERCENT ADMIT TO SCANNING THE SOCIAL MEDIA TO SEE IF YOU'RE A GOOD FIT FOR THE COMPANY AND IF YOU CONDUCT YOURSELF PROFESSIONALLY.
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HALLOWEEN IS ONLY WEEKS AWAY---THE BIG QUESTION WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO BE??!
IF YOU HAVEN'T PICKED OUT YOUR COSTUME HERE ARE A FEW OF THIS YEARS MOST POPULAR COSTUME IDEAS.
PRESIDENTIAL MASKS--NERALY 800-THOUSAND PEOPLE ARE EXPECTED TO SHOW OFF AS A POLITICAL PARTY.
IF THAT'S NOT YOUR THING--FUNNY COSTUMES ARE IN---CHECK OUT THIS BACON COSTUME.
BELIEVE IT OR NOT--FOOD COSTUMES ARE IN HIGH DEMAND THIS YEAR.
SEXY ANIMALS--IS ALSO ANOTHER FAN FAVORITE--ALTHOUGH NOT VERY ORIGINAL.
BUT ONE "ORIGINAL" ANIMAL IS POPULAR THIS YEAR--THE BEAR FROM THE MOVIE "TED".
IT'S EXPECTED TO WIN OVER A LOT OF COSTUME BUYERS THIS YEAR.
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS THE FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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THIEVES ARE STEALING SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS FROM THOUSANDS OF SENIORS -- BY RE-ROUTING DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYMENTS.
NEW YORK SENATOR CHARLES SCHUMER -- SAYS ALL THEY HAVE TO DO IS PROVIDE A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, BIRTH DATE AND THEIR *OWN BANK ACCOUNT INFO.
SCHUMER WANTS THE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION-- TO CONTACT SENIORS AND VERIFY THE ACCOUNT CHANGE BEFORE A CHECK IS DEPOSITED.
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FACEBOOK RECENTLY AGREED TO DELETE ALL ITS FACIAL RECOGNITION DATA FROM EUROPEAN USERS -- BECAUSE OF PRIVACY CONCERNS.
FACEBOOK SAID IT WOULD TURN OFF THE AUTOMATIC TAGGING FEATURE TO EXISTING USERS IN EUROPE BY TODAY --
IT HAS ALREADY SHUT IT OFF TO NEW EUROPEAN USERS.
ACCORDING TO MEDIA REPORTS, A FACEBOOK OFFICIAL SAYS THE COMPANY PLANS TO BRING THE TAGGING FUNCTION BACK ONCE IT COMPLETELY COMPLIES WITH EUROPEAN UNION RULES.
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VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN IS COMING BACK TO FLORIDA-
WE ARE WORKING OUR SOURCES -- TO LEARN DETAILS OF HIS VISIT ON FRIDAY.
AS SOON AS WE GET THEM, WE WILL LET YOU KNOW.
HEARINGS START TODAY AT GUANTANAMO BAY -- FOR FIVE MEN CHARGED WITH PLANNING OR HELPING IN THE SEPTEMBER 11TH TERRORIST ATTACKS.
AMONG THOSE GOING ON TRIAL INCLUDE KHALID SHEIKH MOHAMMED. THE SELF-PROFESSED MASTERMIND OF THE ATTACKS
AND-
THE CITY OF CAPE CORAL IS EXPECTED TO VOTE ON WHETHER OR NOT -- TO DISBAND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
HEFTY SALARIES, CONSULTATION FEES AND RENT -- ARE REASONS THE CITY MANAGER WANTS TO DO AWAY WITH THE C-R-A
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS THE FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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WE ALL KNOW, YOU CAN'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ.--
AND IT TURNS OUT, THAT'S ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER HEADING INTO THE BUSY SHOPPING SEASON.
CHRIS CLACKUM EXPLAINS WHY.
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CHANCES ARE, BEFORE WE BUY SOMETHING, ESPECIALLY BIG TICKET ITEMS. WE'RE GOING TO READ REVIEWS FROM OTHERS WHO'VE MADE THE SAME PURCHASE.
BUT HERE'S SOMETHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT REVIEWS. SOME ARE MADE-UP.FALSE.FAKE. AND THEIR FREQUENCY IS RISING.
"Fake reviews, fraudulent reviews, paid reviews, paid comments, those are all going to be increasing in frequency even with increased litigation and increased publicity around the topic."
INDEED, THE FAKE REVIEWS HAVE BECOME SO COMMON.THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION HAS SUED AND FORCED SOME RETAILERS TO PAY FINES.
"The real problem here is deceptive advertising. and thats esentially what these fake reviews are. the ftc and america deems them to be deceptive advertising."
JENNY SUSSIN AT GARTNER RESEARCH. SAYS WITHIN TWO YEARS, AT LEAST ONE OUT OF EVERY 10 REVIEWS YOU READ WILL BE A FAKE REVIEW.
.EVEN THOUGH SOME ONLINE SITES ARE TRYING TO WEED OUT THE PHONEY ONES.
THE PROBLEM'S BECOME SO PREVALENT, THOUGH, THAT A COTTAGE INDUSTRY HAS CROPPED UP WHERE FAKE REVIEWS CAN BE PURCHASED.
"They purely exist so you can buy fake facebook likes. so you can buy fake reviews, so you can buy fake ratings"
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CHRIS CLACKUM REPORTING.
ANALYSTS ADVICE.READ LOTS OF REVIEWS. AND GO WITH PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS WHEN YOU CAN.
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CONVERTING USED VEGETABLE OIL INTO FUEL, TO RUN CARS.
ONE FORT MYERS BUSINESS -- IS REALLY DOING THAT.
IT TOOK "FLORIDA BIO-FUELS" ABOUT THREE YEARS TO GET EVERYTHING IN PLACE.
IT'S MADE BY PROCESSING THE OIL THROUGH A SERIES OF TANKS.
THEN, MIXING IT WITH OTHER CHEMICALS.
THE GOAL IS TO PRODUCE -- 4.5 MILLION GALLONS A YEAR.
SOME OF THE COMPANY'S CUSTOMERS INCLUDE LEE COUNTY, BOAT COMPANIES, AND REFINERIES FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY.
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THE NEW MEXICO FOOD COMPANY LINKED TO AN OUTBREAK OF SALMONELLA POISONING HAS EXPANDED ITS RECALL TO INCLUDE RAW AND ROASTED PEANUTS.
SUNLAND BEGAN A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF PEANUT BUTTER ON SEPTEMBER 24th AFTER ONE OF ITS PRODUCTS WAS LINKED TO A SALMONELLA OUTBREAK.
THE RECALL WAS LATER EXPANDED TO OTHER PRODUCTS. AND THE COMPANY'S PEANUT PROCESSING PLANT IN NEW MEXICO WAS SHUT DOWN.
NOW THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION HAS FOUND SALMONELLA IN RAW PEANUTS FROM THE SAME PLANT.
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A NEW STUDY MAY HELP ALLEVIATE CONCERNS -- ABOUT TEEN GIRLS GETTING THE H-P-V VACCINE.
RESEARCHERS LOOKED AT NEARLY 14-HUNDRED GIRLS --
SOME OF WHOM RECEIVED "GARDASIL" -- THE VACCINE SOME HAVE SUGGESTED MAY LEAD TO MORE SEXUAL ACTIVITY.
THOSE WHO RECEIVED THE SHOT -- WERE *NO MORE LIKELY THAN OTHER GIRLS TO GET PREGNANT, ACQUIRE OTHER S-T-D'S, OR ASK A DOCTOR FOR BIRTH CONTROL.
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A LITTLE EXTRA SLEEP MAY GO A LONG WAY IN IMPROVING KIDS' BEHAVIOR.
CANADIAN RESEARCHERS SAY KIDS AGES 7 TO 11 SHOWED SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENTS IN THEIR ABILITY TO CONTROL EMOTIONS AND WERE MORE ALERT IN SCHOOL WHEN THEY GOT AN EXTRA HALF HOUR OF SLEEP AT NIGHT.
PREVIOUS ESTIMATES SHOWED MORE THAN HALF OF SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN GO TO BED PAST 9 P-M.
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AN AUSTRIAN DAREDEVIL MAKES HISTORY MILES ABOVE NEW MEXICO.
ON SUNDAY, FELIX BAUMGARTNER BECAME THE FIRST PERSON TO BREAK THE SPEED OF SOUND IN FREE FALL.
HE JUMPED FROM A SPECIAL BALLOON 129-THOUSAND FEET IN THE AIR AND LIVED TO TALK ABOUT IT.
ERICA ZUCCO HAS THE STORY.
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Let me tell you. When I was standing there on top of the world you become so humble you do not think about records anymore, you do not think about gaining scentific data, they only thing you you want, is you want to come back alive.
THAT FEELING CAME WHILE FELIX WAS FALLING 88.3 MILES PER HOUR OR MACH 1.24 IN SCIENCE SPEAK. AND IT FOLLOWED SOME NERVE RACKING MOMENTS. BAUMGARTNER'S VISOR FOGGING UP AND A PERIOD OF WHERE HE BECAME TUMBLING IN AIR.
And I was always trying to find out how to stop this you know. I was putting one arm out and it didn't work and i was putting the other arm out. but you're always late because at that speed in a suit that is pressurized you don't feel the air at all so its hard to predict what you have to do.
THE FEDERATION NAUTIC AERONATIONAL STILL HAS TO VERIFY THE NUMBERS BUT WHEN THEY DO BAUMGARTHER WILL BE THE FIRST TO BREAK THE SPEED OF SOUND IN FREE FALL. AND THAT'S NOT ALL AT 128,097 FEET HE BROKE THE RECORD FOR HIGHEST FREEFALL AND HIGHEST MAN BALLOON FLIGHT. BUT NO HARD FEELINGS FROM THE MAN'S RECORDS HE BROKE. AND WHO SERVED AS HIS MENTOR ON THIS PROJECT.
Felix did perfect. he selected, he took the options that were available and made the right decision. It was a team effort and Felix did a fantastic job And it was an honor for all of us to work with this space guy.
THE MISSION WASN'T ONE TO TAKE LIGHTLY JUST ONE OF THE RISKS, IF HIS SUIT RIPPED AT THE EDGE OF SPACE SURROUNDED BY SUB-ZERO TEMPS, HIS BLOOD COULD BOIL. SO WHY TAKE THE RISKS?
I said, I know the whole world is watching now And I wish the world could see what i see. And sometimes you have to go up really high to understand how small you are.
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ADLIB REAX
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IPADS ARE, THE THING NOW.
WE USE THEM EVERY MORNING.
A COMPUTER YOU TAKE JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE.
BUT SOME FOLKS ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE SMALLER.
THEIR WISHES ARE ABOUT TO BE GRANTED.
HERE'S WHAT THEY SAY IT WILL LOOK LIKE. AN IPAD, IPHONE HYBRID.
IT COULD BE COMING SOON.
*TECH BYTES*, WILL TELL YOU WHEN.
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*GMA*
LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS.
YOU HEAR ABOUT MILLION DOLLAR PAYCHECKS. AND WONDER WHERE IT ALL GOES.
THIS MORNING, GMA DOES SOME DIGGING.
BRITNEY SPEARS GOT $15 MILLION FOR BEING ON X FACTOR.
SOUNDS LIKE A LOT. UNTIL YOU LOOK AT THE BILLS OF A SHOPPING TRIP.
$2,600 on makeup and hairdressing.
$4,700 on massages, grooming and nails.
and $54,000 on clothes.
*GMA* LOOKS AT WHAT IT REALLY COSTS, TO BE RICH AND FAMOUS.
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THIS WEATHERCAST HAS BEEN PREPARED BY THE ABC7 WEATHER STAFF.
IT IS NOT A VERBATIM OF WHAT IS BEING SAID, BUT IS TH
E FORECAST FOR OUR AREA.
Sunshine will be prevalent through our Monday, but enough moisture will still be around to spark a few hit or miss afternoon showers. The chance of getting hit by a shower today will be close to 30%, and the rain that manages to develop will stay pretty isolated and widely spaced.
Despite the rain chance today, most of us will enjoy warm sunshine and clear skies through the morning and then a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon. Temperatures will start in the low 70s and warm into the upper 80s through the second half of the day.
Winds won't be as blustery as the last couple days. The wind direction will still be predominantly out of the northeast, but wind speeds should stay between 5-10 mph instead of gusting up to 20-25 mph like Saturday and Sunday.
By Tuesday we expect to get another little dose of dry air, which will work to keep our weather dry and fairly pleasant. We'll notice a slight dip in humidity, too, which will make the air feel a little more comfortable. We may even see a few spots cooling off into the upper 60s Wednesday and Thursday morning, but it's doubtful these 60s will be as widespread as what we had last week.
The next little wrinkle to mention in the forecast for Wednesday is the potential for a little more cloud cover and some light scattered showers in association with a little weather system that will swing in from the west. Our rain chance shouldn't be too high, but we'll likely be tracking a few showers through the day. Another side effect of this system will be slightly lower temperatures as highs only warm into the mid 80s.
It looks like we'll have to keep the rain chance in our forecast from Thursday through the weekend as a cool front attempts to slowly move down the peninsula. There's still some uncertainty in terms of how far south the front will be able to advance. If the front stalls out over us and loses steam, a noticeable cool down and drop in humidity won't be as likely. We'll just have to keep tracking this front through the week and keep tweaking the forecast accordingly.
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SPONSORSHIP SHOULD WIPE TO MONEY SCOPE/ TECH BYTES REPORT
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LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A DNA RECORD OF YOUR CHILD
IN CASE OF AN ABDUCTION, DISASTER OR ACCIDENT.
THAT'S THE REASON WHY SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MASONIC CENTER IN FORT MYERS HELD A CHILD ID PROGRAM OVER THE WEEKEND.
KIDS GOT FINGER PRINTED AND THEIR PICTURES TAKEN.
BOTH ARE STORED ON A CD FOR PARENTS TO KEEP IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.
THAT WAY IF DETECTIVES NEED TO FIND YOUR CHILD, THEY'LL HAVE ALL THE TOOLS NECESSARY TO TRACK THEM DOWN.
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CHRISTINE VIERRA/ESTERO/26:43
"it's really important now a days with the craziness that goes around, that I needed to have information in a spot so its helpful for the police to assist in case anything happens."
THERE ARE MORE THAN 150 MISSING CHILDREN IN THE STATE ACCORDING TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
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ESTERO LEADERS WILL MEET LATER TODAY -- TO SEE HOW THE VILLAGE CAN CREATE AN HISTORIC DISTRICT.
VILLAGE PLANNERS WANT TO ADD UPGRADES -- LIKE UNIQUE STREET LIGHTS AND SIDEWALKS TO A STRETCH OF U-S 41.
THIS IS FROM CORKSCREW. NORTH TO BROADWAY.
IT'S A SIMILAR IDEA TO DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS.
THE *COSTS HAVEN'T BEEN WORKED OUT YET.
BUT COMMUNITY PLANNERS SAY -- *NOW IS THE RIGHT TIME TO WORK ON THE PROJECT.
AS CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES AND THE AREA GROWS.
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It adds character to the community, something unique about the community that isn't in other places.
One of the reasons I was really attracted to this area is just because of the historical significance.
THE ESTERO COMMUNITY PLANNING PANEL -- MEETS AT 6PM -- AT THE COMMUNITY PARK ON CORKSCREW ROAD.
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GET YOUR CLAW CRACKERS READY!
FLORIDA'S RECREATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL STONE CRAB CLAW HARVEST SEASON KICKED OFF OVERNIGHT.
IF YOU HAVEN'T HAD THIS SEAFOOD TREAT - THEY ARE DELICIOUSLY SWEET AND MEATY.
NOW, FISHERMEN WERE ABLE TO PUT THEIR TRAPS IN THE WATER 10 DAYS AGO.
BUT STARTING THIS MORNING THEY WILL HEAD OUT TO PULL UP THEIR CATCH.
STONE CRABS ARE A TRUE RENEWABLE FOOD RESOURCE.
FISHERMAN ARE ALLOWED TO PULL OFF ONE CLAW, THEN THROW THE SEA CREATURE BACK.
THAT LEAVES THE CRAB ONE CLAW TO DEFEND ITSELF AND IT REGENERATES THE MISSING CLAW.
STONE CRAB SEASON RUNS THROUGH MAY 15TH OF NEXT YEAR.
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BEFORE WE SAY GOOD BYE, HERE'S A LAST LOOK AT THIS MORNING'S TOP STORIES.
ABC7 HAS LEARNED VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN -- IS COMING BACK TO FLORIDA THIS WEEK-
HE'LL BE BACK IN SUNSHINE STATE ON FRIDAY.
THIS IS VIDEO OF THE VICE PRESIDENT'S VISIT TO FORT MYERS LAST MONTH-
AS SOON AS WE FIND OUT WHEN AND WHERE BIDEN WILL BE, WE WILL BE SURE TO LET YOU KNOW.
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HEARINGS ARE SET TO START TODAY AT GUANTANAMO BAY -- FOR FIVE MEN CHARGED WITH PLANNING OR HELPING IN THE SEPTEMBER 11TH TERRORIST ATTACKS.
AMONG THOSE GOING ON TRIAL BEFORE A MILITARY COMMISSION -- INCLUDE KHALID SHEIKH MOHAMMED. THE SELF-PROFESSED MASTERMIND OF THE ATTACKS.
THE FAMILIES WILL BE ABLE TO WATCH VIA CLOSED CIRCUIT T-V FROM FORTS AROUND THE EAST COAST.
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TODAY THE CITY OF CAPE CORAL IS EXPECTED TO VOTE ON WHETHER OR NOT -- TO DISBAND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
HEFTY SALARIES, CONSULTATION FEES AND RENT -- ARE REASONS THE CITY MANAGER WANTS TO DO AWAY WITH THE C-R-A
HE ALSO CLAIMS THE THERE ISN'T ENOUGH MONEY TO KEEP THE IT RUNNING THROUGH THE END OF NEXT YEAR.
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THE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR IS AT IT'S NEW HOME THIS MORNING-
THE SHUTTLE PULLED UP TO THE CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER IN LOS ANGELES SUNDAY. A DAY LATE. AFTER A LONG JOURNEY, SLOWED BY DELAYS.
OBSTACLES LIKE TREES, TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND POWER POLES GOT IN THE WAY-
BUT WORKERS FINALLY GOT IT THERE.
THE EXHIBIT OPENS OCTOBER 30TH.
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ALSO HAPPENING TODAY-
HEARINGS START FOR THE CAPTAIN OF THE COSTA CONCORIDA-
FRANCESCO SCHETTINO-
EVEN THOUGH HE'S ACCUSED OF STEERING THE SHIP TOO CLOSE TO SHORE.
HE HAS NOT BEEN FORMALLY CHARGED.
SEVERAL CREW MEMBERS AND MANAGERS -- ARE ALSO UNDER INVESTIGATION.
AT LEAST 32 PEOPLE WERE KILLED -- WHEN THE SHIP HIT ROCKS AND CAPSIZED LAST JANUARY.
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A SKYDIVER TOUCHES THE HEAVENS AS HE BREAKS A RECORD OVER NEW MEXICO-
"FEARLESS" FELIX BAUMGARTNER FELL NEARLY 24 MILES TO EARTH, FROM THE EDGE OF SPACE SUNDAY.
ON THE WAY DOWN BAUMGARTNER BECAME THE FIRST HUMAN TO TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE SPEED OF SOUND WITHOUT BEING INSIDE A CRAFT.
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COVERAGE PROMISE OF THE BIGGEST STORY OF THE DAY ON WEB
" WHEN EVER YOU NEED A NEWS OR WEATHER UPDATE - WE ARE LOGGED ON AND UPDATING ABC-7.COM "
-WHAT IS COMING UP ON GMA - BIG STORY COVERAGE OF THE MORNING.
-LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO - IN JUST:30 SECONDS WE HAVE A LOOK AT ALL OF THE THINGS TO DO TODAY IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.
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