With 2020 almost here, we’re looking at the big stories we’ll be following in the New Year. Political expert Drew Steele from 92.5 Fox News Radio breaks down the big stories in politics at both the state and national level.
Stories you need to know

Lee County schools want to look through student’s phone without warrant
And there’s no doubt parents want to feel their kids are safe when they go to school, but moms and dads WINK News spoke with also don’t want their kid’s privacy violated.

Poll: Should Florida schools be allowed to look through students’ phones?
What is your opinion on the legality of a school district searching students’ phones? Would you be willing to sign the code of conduct if it includes such a rule?

Keeping an eye on Lake Okeechobee ahead of rainy season
Flows from Lake Okeechobee hydrate the area and balance salinity, but if the timing or amount of water is wrong, there could be adverse effects. WINK News has updates on Lake Okeechobee as Southwest Florida enters the rainy season.

Unseasonably hot Friday afternoon ahead of evening rain chances
High temperatures will return to the mid-90s under partly cloudy skies. Our “feels like” temperatures will soar into the upper 90s, with some communities experiencing heat index values in the triple digits.
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Cape Coral clock to be replaced after original sold on Facebook Marketplace
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2 dead in small plane crash at South Florida airport
Two people died Friday when a small plane crashed at a small South Florida airport, Palm Beach County sheriff’s officials said.