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Today’s edition · Sat., Nov. 7

Panthers' new top line, Kodak Black in GTA 6, and Broward flood cleanup

Plus, sewage spills and mosquito worries after Broward's days of flooding.

The 5AM Hollywood team2 stories12 sources5 min read

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The Panthers' new top line powered a 5-⁠3 win over Chicago

Florida beat Chicago 5-⁠3 and plays at Washington on Saturday

  • Chicago Blackhawks3
    Florida Panthers5
    FinalVilmanis scored twice, and the Panthers improved to 9-5-2.
  • Florida Panthers
    Washington Capitals
    Sat., 12:30 p.m.

Sources: Florida Hockey Now, WPLG Local 10

If you follow the Panthers, here's the line to know. With Sasha Barkov out, Florida beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-3 on Wednesday at , and the trio of Sandis Vilmanis, Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe was the team's best. Vilmanis scored twice, the first two-goal game of his career.

Coach Paul Maurice was blunt about the trio: “They were our first line tonight.” Barkov is out for at least another few weeks, and Reinhart has stepped in at center.

  • Saturday: at Washington Capitals, 12:30 p.m.
  • Watch: WSFL 39, Panthers+ or ESPN+
  • Sunday: vs. Boston Bruins, 1 p.m.
  • Record after Wednesday's win: 9-5-2

The Vilmanis-Reinhart-Verhaeghe line is rolling

4
goals from the line against Chicago
9
points from the line against Chicago
4
games in Reinhart's goal streak
9
goals for Verhaeghe through 16 games

Source: Florida Hockey Now

Pop Culture

A Grand Theft Auto 6 character appears to be Pompano Beach rapper Kodak Black

If you're counting down to Grand Theft Auto 6, here's a South Florida name to look for. Rockstar Games released new screenshots Thursday, Nov. 5, and one character has face tattoos, a hairstyle and jewelry like Kodak Black's. Fans on Reddit spotted the bird tattoo and the “1800” chain first.

Nov. 19release date for Grand Theft Auto 6

Rockstar's new screenshots came out Thursday, Nov. 5, ahead of launch.

Sources: NBC 6 South Florida, Miami New Times

NBC6 reports that in a video posted to social media, the 29-year-old rapper and his attorney Bradford Cohen confirm the feature. Miami New Times notes Rockstar's announcement doesn't identify him or explain any role, so a cameo or a speaking part is still an open question.

  • Real name: Bill Kapri, a Pompano Beach native
  • Setting: fictional , inspired by Miami and South Florida
  • Look-alikes: Ocean Drive, Miami airport and the Everglades

Reports differ on whether Kodak Black's role is confirmed

QuestionWhat the reports say
Does he look like Kodak?Tattoos, hairstyle and jewelry match
Did Rockstar name him?Its announcement doesn't identify him
Did Kodak confirm it?He and his attorney do, in a video
What is his role?Not explained yet

Sources: NBC 6 South Florida, Miami New Times

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News Notes

Solar

FPL helped two Broward schools install new solar panels: McNicol Middle in Hollywood and Sheridan Technical High in Fort Lauderdale. The panels are expected to cut energy use by over 30% at McNicol and over 40% at Sheridan Tech. WSVN

Expected solar savings: over 30% at McNicol, over 40% at Sheridan Tech

Source: WSVN

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McNicol Middle30%
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Mosquitoes

Floodwater is receding across western Broward, but officials warn that standing water could breed mosquitoes that carry illnesses such as dengue. Oakhill Equestrian Park was still closed Friday because of standing water. CBS Miami

Sewage

Raw sewage came out of manholes in Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods Friday as the sewer system struggled to recover from weeks of flooding. Warning signs about sewage spills went up at waterways, including the landings in Coral Ridge. WSVN

King tides

Diario Las Américas reports the king tides returned Friday and could flood some low Miami streets through Monday, even without rain. The National Weather Service expects minor, isolated coastal flooding, less severe than in late October. Diario Las Américas

Dolphins

The Dolphins host the Detroit Lions on Sunday in Miami Gardens, a Week 9 test for their young defense against the NFL's No. 1 offense. On Friday, retired legends from both teams hosted 50 active-duty service members in Lauderhill for 40-yard dash, throwing and shuttle drills. The Palm Beach PostWPTV

Home

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— Cesar A. Cruz

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Our adopted little girl boston terrier (10 lbs) has her period.

“I think it started around the 2nd of Nov. She doesn't accept pampers. (Actually, nothing on her body not even a leash). Right now is just spotting. I tried covering surfaces. Will it get worse? I read it will b for 12 days? 😢 I'm tkg her to b spayed on the 11th. Trust they tke her. Any advice u can give will b…”

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The Wrap

A new HOLLYWOOD sign is getting an unveiling at the corner of 441 and Johnson Street. Miami Realtors, RWorld and the City of Hollywood are hosting the unveiling on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Big letters have a way of making a city feel like itself. Ta-da.

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  1. Fri., Nov. 6Two Hollywood elementary schools are on Broward's closure list
  2. Thurs., Nov. 5Broward renews school funding; sunny skies follow the flood
  3. Wed., Nov. 4Flooding strands hundreds of cars at Sunrise's Amerant Bank Arena
  4. Tues., Nov. 3Rain moves polling places on Election Day; Panthers fall 5-3
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Panthers' new top line, Kodak Black in GTA 6, and Broward flood cleanup

Plus, sewage spills and mosquito worries after Broward's days of flooding.

The TLDR

  1. Panthers' new top line powers a 5-3 win; Washington is next
  2. Kodak Black appears to be in GTA 6, due Nov. 19
  3. Sewage spills and mosquito worries follow Broward flooding
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