Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, July 2nd. You'll be interested
to know. 61 years ago today, in 1964, President
Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act
into law, a landmark piece of legislation that
outlawed discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, or national origin. This pivotal
act marked a significant victory for the American
Civil Rights Movement, ending segregation in
public places and banning employment discrimination.
It stands as a testament to the nation's commitment
to equality and justice for all its citizens.
So now you know. And now, it's time for the Weather
Report. This morning, there's a slight chance
of rain showers, and it feels like 75 degrees
with 7 mile per hour wind. The sunset will take
place at 816, and it will rise again tomorrow
at 507. It looks like we're in for a cloudy Wednesday
with a slight chance of rain showers early on,
before 11 a .m., and a high around 86, accompanied
by a light southwest breeze. Tonight. Expect
mostly cloudy skies with a low of 69. For all
you beach runners out there, the first low tide
Wednesday will be just before 1130 with a high
tide at 545. The near shore buoy at Cape Cod
Bay reads 64 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather. Expect sunny skies
Thursday with a high near 90 and a light west
wind. Independence Day looks great too with highs
around 83. Saturday brings mostly sunny conditions,
highs near 84 and a low around 68 at night. Sunday
heats up, reaching a high near 92 with partly
cloudy nights. Lows will be in the low 70s. Bonjour,
food enthusiasts. This podcast is brought to
you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas.
Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of
Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven for
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grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through
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to tell them. Sunny mornings send you. In local
news, hundreds of sanitation workers in the Boston
area went on strike early Tuesday, affecting
waste collection in over a dozen communities.
Teamsters Local 25. announced that 450 workers
commenced the strike amid ongoing contract negotiations
with Republic Services. The union demands better
wages, benefits, and labor protections, but the
company remains unyielding. The strike impacts
towns including Peabody, Manchester -by -the
-Sea, and Revere. Teamsters General President
Sean O 'Brien expressed frustration, stating,
If your rubbish is piling up on the 4th of July,
remember who's responsible for it. Residents
are advised not to put out trash or recycling
during this disruption. Now on to sports. The
Milwaukee Bucks have made a shocking move by
signing Miles Turner to a four -year contract
worth $107 million, replacing Brookloops. as
the rim protector next to Giannis Antetokounmpo.
To create cap space, they waived Damian Lillard,
opting to pay him $22 .5 million annually over
five years, instead of $113 million over two
years. This decision has left the Bucs without
a starting point guard and has raised concerns
about their ability to compete. While Turner
is a solid player, his fit and the long -term
implications of this move remain questionable.
In local sports. Last night at Fenway Park, the
Sox and Reds game was suspended with the score
tied at 2 -2. The Sox started strong with Anthony's
double -scoring Duran and Narva as a single bringing
Anthony in, while McClain responded for Cincinnati
by grounding out to score Benson. Rafi Devers
and the Sox will resume play today at 2 .30 p
.m., eager to break the stalemate. And tonight,
the Sox face the Reds at Fenway for the final
game of this three -game series. Brian Baio,
with a 3 .41 earned run average, takes on Nick
Martins of the Reds, who holds a 4 .12. First
pitch is at 710, with clear skies and a cozy
82 degrees in Boston. In top news, in Scottsdale,
Arizona, JSX is making waves with its promise
of a private jet experience without the hassle
of major airports. Arriving just 20 minutes before
my flight to Las Vegas, I was surprised to find
a quiet gig area with minimal amenities. However,
the check -in process was refreshingly personal,
as an employee approached me directly. HSX boasts
perks like free checked bags, in -flight drinks,
and generous pet policies, but prices can be
steep. My last -minute round -trip ticket costs
$644, significantly higher than typical economy
fares. AsiaGasX aims to provide a premium experience
for travelers seeking convenience. In business
news, MicroStrategy is making headlines with
its latest Bitcoin purchase, which positions
the company to soon exceed 600 ,000 tokens. Recently,
it acquired 4 ,980 Bitcoins. at an average price
of $106 ,801 each, totaling approximately $531
.5 million. Following this, shares rose 4 .7
% to $402 on Monday, despite Bitcoin's stable
price. The company now holds nearly 600 ,000
digital tokens, valued at around $64 billion.
Chairman Michael Saylor, a prominent advocate
for Bitcoin, hinted at the acquisition on social
media, emphasizing the long -term potential of
these investments. Moving on to a more local
vibe. In our community spotlight on health and
wellness, we are working with a national Pilates
studio to bring you some free classes, so listen
up. Check out Club Pilates, with several locations
in the Boston area. Pilates presents a comprehensive
wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing
tension, and elevating mental well -being. Scientific
research affirms its benefits. So now you can
check out Club Pilates for a free class. With
locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline,
and Framingham, just be sure to tell them Sunny
Morning sent you by. And now, back to the show.
Let's talk science. The U .S. Senate has passed
President Trump's budget reconciliation bill,
securing an additional $10 billion for NASA's
Artemis program. This funding will support more
space launch system rockets and the Gateway Station
orbiting the moon, a move criticized by SpaceX
CEO Elon Musk and billionaire entrepreneur Jared
Isaacman. Musk argues that the space launch system
is overly costly and expendable, with production
costs estimated at $2 .5 billion per launch.
Isaacman, during confirmation hearings, expressed
skepticism about the long -term viability of
the rocket. Nonetheless, Congress is moving forward
with these initiatives, despite prior proposals
to phase out the space launch system. and in
entertainment news. Ahead of the sequel to St.
Elmo's Fire, Rob Lowe reflects on his favorite
moment from the original film, calling it one
of the most 1980s experiences. Lowe, who portrayed
Billy Hicks in the iconic Coming of Age movie,
highlighted the memorable scene of playing the
saxophone in a bar, which he fondly embraces
as a quintessential part of the era. While some
elements of the film have not aged well, the
nostalgia remains strong. As fans await the sequel,
questions arise about whether Billy will still
play the saxophone, a detail that could define
the continuation of this beloved story. Well,
alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the
day. And today, our quote comes from the American
writer and philosopher, Eric Hoffer. And he said,
In times of change, learners inherit the earth,
while the learned find themselves beautifully
equipped to deal with a world that no longer
exists. And that's a wrap for this morning. You
can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
for some captivating aerial videos with local
news and the weather reports. Have an amazing
day, my good friends. We'll see you tomorrow
with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.
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