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Bond set for woman charged in Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run that left retired teacher dead
A judge on Friday set a $100,000 bond for a woman accused of fleeing the scene after fatally striking a bicyclist on the Southeast 17th Street Causeway in Fort Lauderdale.
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‘Trust me, you’re gonna feel it’: Ending TPS for Haitians will have workforce fallout, leaders fear
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling clearing the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for more than 250,000 Haitians in the country is not only sparking outcry about the human impact, but the potential impact on the South Florida workforce.
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Helping Venezuela: Miami Beach opens 4 new aid drop-off locations
Miami Beach announced on Friday that starting on Monday morning, four fire stations will accept donations for the disaster zone in northern Venezuela.
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Helping Venezuela: Starlink offers free service through July 25, but a kit is $470
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue announced on Friday that the U.S. State Department “activated” the department’s search-and-rescue team to work in Venezuela after the two earthquakes.
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Helping Venezuela: State Department deploys Miami-Dade search-and-rescue team
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue announced on Friday that the U.S. State Department “activated” the department’s search-and-rescue team to work in Venezuela after the two earthquakes.
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Trio arrested in connection with multiple smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest
Three men were arrested after Pinecrest police said they were scouting the town for smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries.
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UPS driver accused of stealing $55K Rolex, opening packages during delivery route in Miami-Dade
A UPS driver is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he stole a luxury Rolex watch from a package and was later caught opening a bait package containing Samsung cellphones during a law enforcement sting in Miami-Dade County.
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Bond set for woman charged in Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run that left retired teacher dead
A judge on Friday set a $100,000 bond for a woman accused of fleeing the scene after fatally striking a bicyclist on the Southeast 17th Street Causeway in Fort Lauderdale.
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Trio arrested in connection with multiple smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest
Three men were arrested after Pinecrest police said they were scouting the town for smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries.
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Helping Venezuela: Food For The Poor packs disaster relief kits with ‘hopeful’ hand-written notes
South Florida-based Food For The Poor, a nonprofit founded in 1982, had a team of volunteers rushing to help the victims of two earthquakes in Venezuela.
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Suspect at large after stabbing man in Lauderhill, cops say
A man was hospitalized early Friday morning being stabbed in Lauderhill, and the suspect remains at large, police confirmed.
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Faith, family and perseverance: South Florida graduate earns full college scholarship after years of sacrifice
For Juovance Nelson, graduating from high school was about much more than earning a diploma. The South Florida teen is the first in his family to attend college, reaching a milestone made possible through years of faith, family support and personal sacrifice.
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HOW TO HELP: South Florida donation drop-off locations to help Venezuelans after earthquakes
Back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela have killed at least 920 people and left thousands injured.
Man injured during shark encounter off Florida Keys
A man was injured on Saturday during a shark encounter off the Florida Keys.
Expect a sizzling summer weekend in South Florida
It’s a sizzling, summer weekend for South Florida and the Keys!
Rental boat stolen from the Florida Keys ends up in Cuba
A boat rented in Key West crossed international waters and was found in Cuba.
South Miami mayor hopes lawsuit will help cities decide ‘without fear’ if ICE agreement works
South Miami Mayor Javier Fernández said he was disappointed that Key West officials had decided to allow an immigration law enforcement partnership.
Did you know that catching butterflies can get you in trouble with the law?
A Washington man used a net to catch butterflies at a park in Key Largo, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced on Monday.
WPLG-TV President & CEO Bert Medina inducted into Florida Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WPLG-TV President and CEO Bert Medina has been inducted into the Florida Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
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Teen accused in Overtown child gang rape case will stay locked up ahead of trial
A 15-year-old accused of helping restrain a 12-year-old girl while she was raped at a Miami community garden will remain locked up as he awaits trial, a judge ruled Friday.
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Arrestan a tres personas vinculadas a múltiples robos a vehículos tras romper sus ventanas en Pinecrest
Tres hombres fueron arrestados después de que la Policía de Pinecrest informara que estaban vigilando la localidad para cometer robos a vehículos tras romper sus ventanas.
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Ayuda a Venezuela: Departamento de Estado despliega equipo de búsqueda y rescate de Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue anunció el viernes que el Departamento de Estado de Estados Unidos “activó” el equipo de búsqueda y rescate del departamento para trabajar en Venezuela tras los dos terremotos.
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Fiscales: uso de fuerza letal de agentes de Miami-Dade “fue necesario” en concesionario de autos usados
El año pasado, Robert Leyva estaba tan enojado con su medio hermano, Eduardo Rivero Jr., que se puso equipo táctico y se armó con un rifle negro Zaviar Z15 y una pistola semiautomática negra Canik TP9, según muestran los registros.
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Trio arrested in connection with multiple smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest
Three men were arrested after Pinecrest police said they were scouting the town for smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries.
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Prosecutors: Miami-Dade deputies’ ‘use of deadly force was necessary’ at used car dealership
Last year, Robert Leyva was so angry at his half-brother Eduardo Rivero, Jr. that he put on tactical gear and armed himself with a black Zaviar Z15 rifle and a black Canik TP9 semi-automatic pistol, records show.
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Acusan a repartidor de UPS de robar un Rolex de $55,000 USD y abrir paquetes durante su ruta de entregas en Miami-Dade
Un repartidor de UPS enfrenta múltiples cargos graves después de que los investigadores dijeron que robó un reloj Rolex de lujo de un paquete y posteriormente fue sorprendido abriendo un paquete señuelo que contenía teléfonos celulares Samsung durante un operativo encubierto de las autoridades en el condado Miami-Dade.
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66 personas se convierten en ciudadanos estadounidenses en la Freedom Tower de Miami durante el 250º aniversario de Estados Unidos
Sesenta y seis personas de 29 países se convirtieron el viernes en ciudadanos estadounidenses durante una ceremonia de naturalización en la Freedom Tower de Miami, un monumento histórico que en su momento recibió a refugiados cubanos, mientras la nación celebra el 250.º aniversario de Estados Unidos.
25 minutes ago
Bond set for woman charged in Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run that left retired teacher dead
A judge on Friday set a $100,000 bond for a woman accused of fleeing the scene after fatally striking a bicyclist on the Southeast 17th Street Causeway in Fort Lauderdale.
2 hours ago
Trio arrested in connection with multiple smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest
Three men were arrested after Pinecrest police said they were scouting the town for smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries.
1 day ago
Broward County Animal Care introduces April, a pup looking for a forever home
Broward County Animal Care is hoping to help their furry friend April find her perfect match.
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Hundreds committed $6.5B in healthcare fraud, including Broward Ferrari fraud suspect: Feds
A man already accused by the Broward Sheriff’s Office of a $500,000 Ferrari fraud scheme is among 455 people accused by the federal government of committing a total of more than $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud, prosecutors announced on Thursday.
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Avianca to begin operating from Terminal 4 at FLL
Avianca announced it is relocating its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from Terminal 1 to Terminal 4 as the airline continues to expand its presence in South Florida.
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Police: Bicyclist dies after being struck by car in Fort Lauderdale; driver arrested
A woman who was riding her bike Thursday morning on a Fort Lauderdale bridge has died after being stuck by a vehicle, authorities said.
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Alanis Morrisette’s ‘Jagged Little Pill’ musical coming to Broward County
Alanis Morrisette’s 1995 masterpiece “Jagged Little Pill” is considered one of the best albums of all time.
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Police seek senior reported missing in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale police are searching for a 70-year-old woman who they said has been missing since Tuesday.
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Hundreds committed $6.5B in healthcare fraud, including Broward Ferrari fraud suspect: Feds
A man already accused by the Broward Sheriff’s Office of a $500,000 Ferrari fraud scheme is among 455 people accused by the federal government of committing a total of more than $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud, prosecutors announced on Thursday.
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2 men convicted in Coral Springs firefighter’s murder sentenced to life in prison
The two men convicted of killing Coral Springs firefighter Christopher Randazzo were sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday.
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Colombians’ vote in U.S.: 80.57% vote for De La Espriella, 18.43% for Cepeda
Abelardo De La Espriella won 80.57% of the votes from Colombians in the U.S. during the presidential runoff election on Sunday, according to data published by the Colombian National Registry.
Colombia’s preliminary vote count showing De La Espriella’s narrow victory is ‘accurate,’ registrar says
After judges’ certification, Hernán Penagos, Colombia’s national registrar, announced on Monday that the preliminary vote count after the runoff presidential election was “accurate.”
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Bond set for drunken driver who cops say had headlights off before killing retired cop in Davie
A 74-year-old man accused of driving drunk and causing a crash that killed a retired Hollywood police officer has been ordered to remain under strict supervision while awaiting trial.
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Shooting your shot — inside the Flamingo Gardens Camera Club
At Flamingo Gardens, the peacocks show off, the photographers show up and Mother Nature does the rest. For the Flamingo Gardens Camera Club, every walk is a scavenger hunt. The more they look, the more they find.
Detectives arrest 2 men accused of using master keys to steal mail in Davie
Detectives accused Rashad Sattar and Shon Filsaime of using two master keys to steal from hundreds of mailboxes in Davie, records show.
Drunken driver, 74, had headlights off before killing 1 in Stirling Road crash, police say
A 74-year-old drunken driver killed a person in a crash in Davie on June 11, leading to his arrest on Friday, according to the city’s police department.
Deputies seek missing Deerfield Beach woman with mental illness
Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit are seeking the public’s help in locating a 58-year-old woman who they say was reported missing.
Deerfield Beach commissioners approve resolution to potentially take legal action against BSO
Deerfield Beach commissioners meet on Tuesday night, and their agenda includes a resolution to take “all necessary actions” against the Broward Sheriff’s Office.
South Florida teacher sought to ‘bait’ students ‘into sending nude pictures,’ feds say
FBI agents arrested a South Florida teacher following a raid at his Deerfield Beach home on Thursday, accusing him of sending and receiving videos of children being sexually abused ― and discussing attempts to get explicit photos of his students.
Woman killed, 3 others hurt in Deerfield Beach crash
Authorities in Broward County are investigating a fatal crash that involved three vehicles.
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Doral mother accused of child, animal neglect; cops say son ‘shares his food with the family dog’
A Doral woman is facing charges after authorities say her hungry 11-year-old son was found wandering the parking garage of their apartment building early Thursday morning trying to find her so he could eat.
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South Floridians step up to help after devastating earthquakes in Venezuela
People across South Florida are stepping up to help after a pair of earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, leaving many worried about loved ones back home.
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Earthquakes in Venezuela: Site aims to help with painful search after loved ones vanish
Families in anguish hoped for reunions, as search-and-rescue operations continued on Thursday night in Venezuela. Some shared their “missing persons” posts online on new sites.
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Helping Venezuela: Aid for earthquake victims starts to flow into El Arepazo in Doral
After the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes struck on Wednesday in Venezuela, Ana Alcantara said she felt overwhelming anguish — then she took action.
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Police: Man drove from Broward to Miami-Dade — and he ran and swam, but he couldn’t get away
Jayden Aransevia was speeding in a stolen car before he ran and swam while trying to get away from law enforcement in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, according to a police officer’s arrest report.
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Hundreds committed $6.5B in healthcare fraud, including Broward Ferrari fraud suspect: Feds
A man already accused by the Broward Sheriff’s Office of a $500,000 Ferrari fraud scheme is among 455 people accused by the federal government of committing a total of more than $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud, prosecutors announced on Thursday.
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Colombians’ vote in U.S.: 80.57% vote for De La Espriella, 18.43% for Cepeda
Abelardo De La Espriella won 80.57% of the votes from Colombians in the U.S. during the presidential runoff election on Sunday, according to data published by the Colombian National Registry.
Colombia’s preliminary vote count showing De La Espriella’s narrow victory is ‘accurate,’ registrar says
After judges’ certification, Hernán Penagos, Colombia’s national registrar, announced on Monday that the preliminary vote count after the runoff presidential election was “accurate.”
Woman, 66, reported missing in Hollywood
A 66-year-old woman has been reported missing, Hollywood police confirmed Wednesday.
1 injured in stabbing near Hollywood food hall
One person was injured in a stabbing early Friday morning near a food hall in Hollywood, authorities confirmed.
Local couple brings taste, vibes of Haiti to Broward County
A local couple is bringing the taste and vibes of Haiti to Broward County.
Guardians of the Reef: South Florida nonprofit fights to save, restore our reef tract
Right now, our planet is in the grips of the most devastating mass coral bleaching event ever in recorded history, affecting a staggering 84% of the world’s coral reefs.
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Helping Venezuela: Aid drop-off location opens in Homestead
An aid drop-off location opened on Thursday in Homestead after 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes hit northern Venezuela on Wednesday.
Safety alert: Homestead bust nets drug-laced snacks and candy marketed to kids
Homestead Police have confiscated more than 70 pounds of marijuana, nearly 1,000 vape cartridges, and drug-laced snacks after an undercover bust at a home in a residential neighborhood.
Homestead police search for missing, possibly endangered 16-year-old girl with bipolar disorder
Police asked for the public’s Saturday help in locating a missing and possibly endangered 16-year-old girl who they say was last seen Thursday morning in Homestead.
Detectives: Homestead homeowner says drunk man trying to have sex with tree fell from ladder — it turned out to be murder
An 11-year-old girl lived a horrific nightmare for months in 2024 while living in a house near Redondo Elementary School in Homestead, records show.
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Colombians’ vote in U.S.: 80.57% vote for De La Espriella, 18.43% for Cepeda
Abelardo De La Espriella won 80.57% of the votes from Colombians in the U.S. during the presidential runoff election on Sunday, according to data published by the Colombian National Registry.
Colombia’s preliminary vote count showing De La Espriella’s narrow victory is ‘accurate,’ registrar says
After judges’ certification, Hernán Penagos, Colombia’s national registrar, announced on Monday that the preliminary vote count after the runoff presidential election was “accurate.”
Election in Colombia: Iván Cepeda reacts to ‘not official or binding’ preliminary vote count
During a speech on Sunday night in Bogotá, Colombian presidential candidate Iván Cepeda said the preliminary vote count result was “not official or binding” and vowed “to challenge” it.
Historic day for Colombians: Trump-backed De la Espriella heads for narrow presidential win
Colombians made history on Sunday as they voted for the country’s 48th president in a runoff election between left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda and right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella.
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Suspect at large after stabbing man in Lauderhill, cops say
A man was hospitalized early Friday morning being stabbed in Lauderhill, and the suspect remains at large, police confirmed.
Detectives investigate man’s drowning in Lauderhill
Detectives were investigating a man’s drowning on Saturday afternoon in Lauderhill.
Lauderhill condo fire sparked by pot left on stove displaces family, sends child to hospital
A 9-year-old child was taken to a hospital for evaluation after possible smoke inhalation following a residential fire caused by a pot left on a stove that displaced a mother and two children in Lauderhill, authorities said.
Boy, 5, struck by car in Lauderhill suffers minor injuries, cops say
A 5-year-old boy was taken to a hospital with minor injuries after being struck by a sedan in Lauderhill on Friday, police confirme
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Helping Venezuela: Miami Beach opens 4 new aid drop-off locations
Miami Beach announced on Friday that starting on Monday morning, four fire stations will accept donations for the disaster zone in northern Venezuela.
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Helping Venezuela: Miami-Dade’s tax collector opens 11 drop-off locations
Dariel Fernandez was at the Global Empowerment Mission’s warehouse on Friday morning in Doral determined to help Venezuelans.
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Officials search for solutions to ongoing problem of sargassum
It’s being called the summer of sargassum.
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California man claimed to be FBI agent while causing disturbance at Miami Beach nightclub, cops say
A California man was arrested at a Miami Beach nightclub early Wednesday morning after police said he claimed to be an FBI agent during a disturbance that he allegedly caused.
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Helping Venezuela: Miami-Dade’s tax collector opens 11 drop-off locations
Dariel Fernandez was at the Global Empowerment Mission’s warehouse on Friday morning in Doral determined to help Venezuelans.
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Police: Man injured during Miami Gardens shootout after he attacked ex-girlfriend
A man was shot after he attacked his ex-girlfriend and fired at two men who defended her on Thursday in Miami Gardens, according to police.
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Police: Man drove from Broward to Miami-Dade — and he ran and swam, but he couldn’t get away
Jayden Aransevia was speeding in a stolen car before he ran and swam while trying to get away from law enforcement in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, according to a police officer’s arrest report.
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Duo uses fake credentials to charge for Miami Stadium access during FIFA World Cup match, deputies report
Despite the layers of security at the Miami Stadium during the FIFA World Cup, deputies reported finding two fraudsters who managed to run a scam during the match between Brazil and Scotland, records show.
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Police: Man drove from Broward to Miami-Dade — and he ran and swam, but he couldn’t get away
Jayden Aransevia was speeding in a stolen car before he ran and swam while trying to get away from law enforcement in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, according to a police officer’s arrest report.
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BSO deputy accused of fleeing traffic stop, resisting arrest in Miramar
A Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested after Miramar police said he fled from officers during a traffic stop and later barricaded himself inside his apartment.
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Miramar police sergeant accused of punching girlfriend in mouth after asking about their relationship status
A Miramar police sergeant surrendered to authorities Monday following a domestic violence incident that occurred last Friday at his girlfriend’s home in Miami-Dade County, authorities said.
Police: Driver faces charges in Hollywood crash that killed scooter rider, injured 2 others
A 19-year-old Miramar man was arrested Thursday in connection with a crash in Hollywood that killed a scooter rider and injured two others after investigators said he was driving at speeds of up to 85 mph in a 45 mph zone late last year.
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Video shows man abusing, abandoning elderly dog at Pembroke Pines shopping center, cops say
A 60-year-old man is facing animal cruelty charges after police say video showed him abusing an elderly German shepherd and leaving the injured dog abandoned at a Pembroke Pines shopping center.
Video shows aftermath of plane crash that injured 2 in Pembroke Pines
Police officers’ body-cam videos released on Thursday show the aftermath of the crash of a Cessna C172P that injured two women in Pembroke Pines.
Police: DUI driver travels more than double the speed limit before causing Pembroke Pines crash
A 29-year-old man was arrested Sunday, months after he caused a car crash in Pembroke Pines that seriously injured himself and another driver, authorities said.
4 hospitalized after helicopter crash at North Perry Airport, cops say
Four people were transported to a hospital on Saturday after a helicopter crash occurred at North Perry Airport in Pembroke Pines, authorities confirmed.
Police seek 15-year-old boy reported missing in Plantation
The Plantation Police Department is searching for a missing 15-year-old boy who they say was last seen Wednesday night in Plantation.
Police search for missing 15-year-old girl last seen at Plantation High School
Authorities in Plantation are searching for a 15-year-old girl who they say was last seen last week at her school.
Plantation residents fed up over yearslong, ongoing mail thefts
Residents in a Plantation neighborhood say they’ve been the victims of mail theft for several years.
Fight, pistol-whipping outside Plantation Publix leads to 2 arrests, cops say
A fight involving a pistol-whipping outside of a Publix in Plantation led to two arrests Wednesday night, according to the city’s police department.
40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge raises funds for Ann Storck Center in Pompano Beach
More than 100 people braved the South Florida heat Saturday to take part in the 40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge, a fundraising event benefiting the Ann Storck Center.
Video shows Pompano Beach firefighters rescue ducklings trapped in storm drain
A storm drain turned into an unlikely rescue scene this past Saturday night when firefighters stepped in to save a dozen trapped ducklings and reunite them with their mother.
Deputy’s video shows ‘incredible rescue’ from sinking car in Pompano Beach
The Broward Sheriff’s Office released a video on Friday showing a woman’s rescue from a sinking car.
‘It was Vic in the orange Buick’: Pompano Beach Citgo shooting leads cops to ‘well-known’ felon
Broward County deputies arrested a convicted felon after a weekend shooting at a gas station in Pompano Beach.
From food to fan zones, South Florida businesses embrace World Cup fever
From arenas to clubs, businesses across Broward and Miami-Dade counties are finding creative ways to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event.
Police: 1 arrested after shooting leaves senior amputee dead at Sunrise apartment complex
A suspect was taken into custody after police say a shooting at a Sunrise apartment complex left an elderly man dead overnight Wednesday.
Broward’s free FIFA World Cup watch parties will be at in-door arena for 18,000
There will be four free FIFA World Cup watch parties at the Amerant Bank Arena, an indoor arena that can host 18,000 guests in Sunrise.
Driver hospitalized after crashing into Sunrise retirement community apartment
Three people were taken to the hospital after a driver crashed into an apartment at a retirement community in Sunrise on Friday morning.
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Teen accused in Overtown child gang rape case will stay locked up ahead of trial
A 15-year-old accused of helping restrain a 12-year-old girl while she was raped at a Miami community garden will remain locked up as he awaits trial, a judge ruled Friday.
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Arrestan a tres personas vinculadas a múltiples robos a vehículos tras romper sus ventanas en Pinecrest
Tres hombres fueron arrestados después de que la Policía de Pinecrest informara que estaban vigilando la localidad para cometer robos a vehículos tras romper sus ventanas.
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Ayuda a Venezuela: Departamento de Estado despliega equipo de búsqueda y rescate de Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue anunció el viernes que el Departamento de Estado de Estados Unidos “activó” el equipo de búsqueda y rescate del departamento para trabajar en Venezuela tras los dos terremotos.
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Fiscales: uso de fuerza letal de agentes de Miami-Dade “fue necesario” en concesionario de autos usados
El año pasado, Robert Leyva estaba tan enojado con su medio hermano, Eduardo Rivero Jr., que se puso equipo táctico y se armó con un rifle negro Zaviar Z15 y una pistola semiautomática negra Canik TP9, según muestran los registros.
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Trio arrested in connection with multiple smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest
Three men were arrested after Pinecrest police said they were scouting the town for smash-and-grab vehicle burglaries.
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Prosecutors: Miami-Dade deputies’ ‘use of deadly force was necessary’ at used car dealership
Last year, Robert Leyva was so angry at his half-brother Eduardo Rivero, Jr. that he put on tactical gear and armed himself with a black Zaviar Z15 rifle and a black Canik TP9 semi-automatic pistol, records show.