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Daughter of Cuban exiles: Jenise Fernandez shares her family’s story as the Freedom Tower reopens

DNA on rifle, other items matches man accused of trying to assassinate Trump, FBI analyst testifies

Mom to Mom: South Florida mother shares terrifying experience after son is targeted by an online predator

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Armed robber entered Disney Springs restaurant, deputies say

An investigation is underway after a wild robbery at Disney Springs that sounds like something you would see in the movies.

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From Utah to New York, key developments in cases of US political violence

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Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship returns to PortMiami after fight with injuries

The Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship returned to PortMiami on Monday night after a fight injured guests.

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U.S. Postal Service launches Operation Santa for 113th year

It’s not even Halloween yet, but it’s never too early to start sending letters from South Florida to the North Pole to help Santa Claus and his elves prepare for Christmas.

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Mothers turn in sons to face charges for Florida grade school vandalism worth $50,000 in damage

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Fingerprint on rifle scope matches man accused of trying to assassinate Trump, FBI analyst testifies

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South Florida employers announce dealing with social media posts related to Kirk’s assassination

After Charlie Kirk’s assassination, supporters of the conservative activist searched for his critics’ social media posts and spotlighted those who celebrated his death on sites such as the “Charlie Kirk Data Foundation” and “Cancel The Hate.”

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Parking spots used as colorful protest against Florida crackdown on rainbow crosswalks

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Young activists won a landmark state climate trial. Now they're challenging Trump's orders

Florida man who killed 2 women set for lethal injection next month, extending execution record

Winning numbers drawn in Friday’s Florida Fantasy 5 Evening

Winning numbers drawn in Friday’s Florida Jackpot Triple Play

Prosecution continues case against the man accused in a Trump assassination attempt

FanDuel agrees to pay Jaguars roughly $5M to offset losses from ex-employee's theft, AP source says

Miami detective identifies Lee County trio in Wynwood burglary with 3 victims, records show

After Clifford Saint-Pierre pistol-whipped a man in the head after breaking into an apartment in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood, the gun fired, and a bullet pierced through the front door, through another apartment’s front door, and struck a neighbor who had just gotten up from his couch, according to an arrest warrant.

Domestic violence, theft charges dropped for former USF football coach Jim Leavitt

Miami Springs police officers arrest woman in porch pirate case, meth

The Miami Springs Police Department announced the arrest of Tania Blanco after accusing her of stealing packages that had been delivered to residents’ front doors.

Florida bill filed for 2026 legislative session to change state bird

The new legislative session for Florida lawmakers begins in October, but the first policy bill of the 2026 session has been filed, pushing to change the state bird.

Trial starts for man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump

Prosecutors, other attorneys and observers assembled in a federal courtroom Thursday for the start of opening statements in the trial of a man charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump while he played golf in South Florida last year, when he was campaigning for a second term.

Four arrests made in connection with the shooting of FSU linebacker Ethan Pritchard, FDLE says

Four people have been arrested in connection to the shooting of Florida State linebacker Ethan Pritchard, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass said Wednesday.

Florida Panthers forward takes Stanley Cup for photoshoot with Benny’s Buddies at Humane Society of Broward

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett and his wife, Zoe Bennett, stopped by the Humane Society of Broward County on Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale -- and they brought the Stanley Cup.

Felon found homeless with baby sea turtles arrested for attacking woman in Miami Beach

A convicted felon who has been in and out of prison since 2016 appeared in Miami-Dade County court on Wednesday to face more charges.

Missouri voters and lawmakers clash over who should be able to initiate constitutional amendments

Hialeah fugitive caught in Santa Rosa had been accused of abducting daughter after domestic violence

An 18-year-old domestic violence victim and mother was in a tumultuous romantic relationship for more than three years with a Hialeah man who faced a felony charge that could result in life imprisonment, records show.

Crews work to remove rainbow art installation from Delray Beach crosswalk after 1st attempt fails

The intersection at Northeast Second Avenue and First Street in Delray Beach’s Pineapple Grove Arts District was closed on Wednesday morning, as crews focused on a second attempt at a transformation from colorful to dark gray.

Former school board member Jennifer Jenkins challenges Ashley Moody for a US Senate seat in Florida

Democratic former school board member who garnered attention for defeating a future cofounder of Moms for Liberty has announced her 2026 bid for the U.S. Senate in Florida.

DeSantis' step toward victory on 'Alligator Alcatraz' sets up a funding dilemma for Florida

Slow-moving thunderstorms cause more flooding in areas of South Florida

Tuesday afternoon and evening showers, slow-moving thunderstorms, and high tides will flood some areas of Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Florida removes rainbow-painted crosswalks in Key West, makes a mess in Delray Beach

In Key West, there were four rainbow crosswalks at Duval and Petronia streets in the city’s Pink Triangle neighborhood, also known as the city’s “Gayborhood.”