35 minutes ago

Boy will have to grow up without father after fatal fight over Broward crash

On Tuesday, Camille Willoughby said she was heartbroken for her 5-year-old son, who will have to grow up without a father.

1 hour ago

Mother seeks water safety awareness after 4-year-old daughter drowns in NE Miami-Dade pool

A mother is speaking out after authorities said her 4-year-old daughter drowned in a backyard pool at a short-term rental home in northeast Miami-Dade earlier this month, raising renewed concerns about pool safety requirements.

45 minutes ago

Local prison barber program gives inmates path to careers after release

At the Everglades Correctional Institution, inmates showcased their barbering skills during the facility’s fourth annual style-off competition, an event organizers say is about more than just grooming.

1 hour ago

Barber school competition highlights second chances for inmates

At the Everglades Correctional Institution, inmates showcased their barbering skills during the facility’s fourth annual style-off competition, an event organizers say is about more than just grooming.

2 hours ago

Adorable bear cubs rescued by Humane Society in San Diego

4 hours ago

Authorities investigate crash that involved motorcyclist in North Miami

Police responded to a crash that authorities say has shut down some southbound lanes of Biscayne Boulevard in North Miami late Tuesday morning.

9 minutes ago

Youth with special needs gets ‘chance to enjoy what sometimes we take for granted’

A group of children with special needs defied limitations to have fun on a sunny Tuesday in Miami Beach with the help of the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s Ventilation Assisted Children’s Center Camp.

1 hour ago

‘Ready for y’all’: Murderer accused of setting prison cell fire, hurling urine at officers

A convicted Florida murderer serving a decades-long prison sentence is accused of setting a fire in his cell at the Dade Correctional Institution and then throwing urine at corrections officers who responded to deal with the situation.

23 minutes ago

Broward looks to transform empty schools into training centers, housing, revenue

Broward County school leaders are exploring new ways to repurpose underused school campuses and district properties, aiming to save money and generate revenue after voting to close under-enrolled schools.

2 hours ago

Videos show law enforcement during chase, crews pulling out stolen van after fatal crash in Broward

Surveillance videos show law enforcement during a chase that ended with a fatal crash. A witness’s video shows when crews pulled the stolen van involved.

1 day ago

Fort Lauderdale PD: Man spits in security guard’s face, vandalizes church sign

A 24-year-old man was arrested last week after he caused a disturbance inside a Fort Lauderdale church, vandalized a sign outside of it and spat in a security guard’s face, police said.

20 hours ago

Woman dead, man injured after stolen van ends up in Fort Lauderdale waterway

A woman died, and a man was injured after a stolen van ended up in the water during a police chase on Sunday night in Fort Lauderdale. 

1 day ago

2 rescued after van crashes into canal in Fort Lauderdale neighborhood

Police blocked off the gate to a Fort Lauderdale community Sunday night after a van crashed into a canal, drawing a large response from officers and firefighters.

2 days ago

Rally in Deerfield Beach shows support for freedom in Iran

Dozens of people waving the pre-revolution Iranian flag -- the one with the lion and sun -- gathered in Deerfield Beach on Sunday.

1 day ago

Long TSA lines remain at FLL as Trump proposes using ICE agents for airport security

Transportation Security Administration lines were once again stretching out the door at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport’s Terminal One on Sunday morning.

2 days ago

Thousands gather for Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival in Fort Lauderdale

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation is back with one of its biggest fundraisers of the year -- the Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival -- drawing thousands to Fort Lauderdale Beach to raise awareness and fight stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS.

1 day ago

Coral Springs man cuffed after trying to meet with boy, 15, to film foot fetish videos: FBI

Federal agents arrested a Coral Springs man over the weekend after they said he tried to meet with who he thought was a 15-year-old boy to sexually abuse him ― namely, paying him to record foot fetish videos with him in which he would then sell online.

Coral Springs restaurateur celebrates 50 years of bringing authentic Italian food to South Florida

At 21, John Flora was hunting for real pizza in Miami. Fifty years later, he’s serving up authentic Italian with a side of showmanship at Flora’s Italian Eatery.

DNA database helps Broward deputies identify 2015 sexual battery suspect

A Coral Springs man who was born in Miami faced charges on Tuesday for a sexual battery that happened more than a decade ago in Broward County.

Dirty Dining: 46 violations force Original Pancake closure in South Florida

Last week, inspectors with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered three restaurants shut down, including The Original Pancake House in Miami-Dade County, which racked up an alarming 46 violations.

3 days ago

Police arrest 2 men after overnight car break-in spree near NSU in Davie

Davie police arrested two men earlier this week after an overnight spree of breaking into vehicles and stealing thousands of dollars of items around neighborhoods near Nova Southeastern University.

Davie police: 19-year-old duo stole from 16 cars, fled in stolen car, crashed

Two 19-year-old men with criminal records faced dozens of charges on Thursday in Broward County after police officers accused them of breaking into parked cars in Davie, records showed.

What Connects Us: The line dancing boom sweeping South Florida

When the world slowed down in 2020, people turned to their phones and spent more time scrolling. Between viral dance videos and step-by-step tutorials, an old-school routine found a whole new audience — and instructors say it helped grow the booming line dancing scene, connecting people in South Florida.

Dental students at Nova Southeastern University sponsor 5K for oral cancer prevention

The students of Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine were out early on Sunday morning.

8 hours ago

Pedestrian fatally struck by Brightline train in Deerfield Beach

One person has died following a collision between a Brightline train and a pedestrian.

2 days ago

Rally in Deerfield Beach shows support for freedom in Iran

Dozens of people waving the pre-revolution Iranian flag -- the one with the lion and sun -- gathered in Deerfield Beach on Sunday.

3 days ago

BSO fires detention deputy following sexual battery arrest

A Broward Sheriff’s Office detention deputy has been fired after he was arrested this week on sexual battery and false imprisonment charges, the agency confirmed Friday.

Some Broward lifeguards now carrying Narcan

At three South Florida beaches, lifeguards are receiving more than water rescue training.

33 minutes ago

Could Trump-DeSantis proxy war play out in Florida governor race? Expert weighs in

An expert is weighing in on whether a conflict between Gov. Ron DeSantis and President Donald Trump could play out in Florida's race for governor.

3 days ago

Miami-Dade sheriff addresses shakeup at top: ‘Leadership changes are going to happen’

On Friday, Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz publicly addressed her command staff shakeup for the first time.

Downtown Doral Charter Upper School celebrates champions’ parade

A charter school held a championship parade on Monday morning in Doral.

Prosecutors file 3 felony charges against Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. in dispute involving WNBA star

Prosecutors brought three felony charges against Atlanta Falcons player James Pearce Jr. stemming from an incident on Feb. 7 that police referred to as a domestic dispute with WNBA player and ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, according to a court document filed Thursday.

1 day ago

Police: Tennessee ‘gorilla pimp’ suspect wanted in Texas ran ‘Byrd gang’ in Miami-Dade

A woman identified Aaron Byrd as a “gorilla pimp,” a sex trafficker who used violence and intimidation to control his victims, according to police.

Police: Man defrauds 84-year-old Hialeah woman while pretending to be licensed contractor

An 84-­year­-old woman in Hialeah trusted Lazaro Marquetti, gave him $11,500, and police officers, prosecutors, and state investigators had to get involved after she realized he had lied, records show.

MDSO: Woman uses counterfeit checks to defraud Regions Bank out of $47K+

A woman was arrested Thursday, months after she allegedly defrauded Regions Bank out of more than $47,000 by cashing counterfeit checks at three separate Miami-Dade County locations, authorities said.

Hialeah woman accused of illegally operating post-operative recovery house

A Hialeah woman was arrested Thursday on accusations that she was illegally operating a post-operative recovery house out of her apartment.

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.

1 hour ago

Woman arrested after hit-and-run crash injuring 2 in Homestead

A 20-year-old woman appeared in Miami-Dade County court on Tuesday morning after police officers accused her of a hit-and-run crash with injuries that was caught on video in Homestead.

1 day ago

Police: Man barricades himself inside Homestead apartment after domestic battery reported

A 43-year-old man was arrested Sunday by Homestead police after a domestic battery was reported, authorities said.

Police: Homestead man accused of armed burglary prompts school lockdown

A Homestead man accused of an armed burglary that led to a nearby school lockdown is facing a litany of charges, authorities confirmed.

Rainy weekend floods Homestead farms

A rainy weekend led to flooding in Homestead.

1 day ago

Miami-Dade trainer helps young athletes chase their next big opportunity

With March Madness underway and Division I athletes back in the spotlight, the level of training it takes to compete at the top of college sports is getting plenty of attention.

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office hosts Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Saturday morning in support of Special Olympics Florida, bringing together deputies, professional staff, athletes and supporters to promote inclusion and opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

M-DSO honors slain Deputy Devin Jaramillo at Kendall District Station

On Monday, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office honored the late Deputy Devin Jaramillo with a memorial boulder.

Trio arrested in connection with attempted burglaries in Pinecrest, cops say

Three people were arrested Friday in connection with a series of attempted residential and vehicle burglaries in Pinecrest, authorities confirmed.

Police: Ex-Lauderhill cop arrested in Davie hit-and-run that left motorcyclist injured

A former Lauderhill police officer was arrested Thursday in connection with a hit-and-run investigation conducted by the Davie Police Department, authorities confirmed.

Lauderhill PD: Man taken into custody after firing shots through bathroom door, barricading himself inside home

A man was arrested Tuesday night after firing shots inside a home in Lauderhill and then barricading himself inside, authorities said.

Pembroke Pines votes in 2 new commissioners, Lauderhill passes 3 referendums

Elections were held in Broward County on Tuesday.

2 hospitalized after double shooting at Lauderhill shopping plaza

Lauderhill police are investigating a shooting that sent two people to the hospital Wednesday night.

9 minutes ago

Youth with special needs gets ‘chance to enjoy what sometimes we take for granted’

A group of children with special needs defied limitations to have fun on a sunny Tuesday in Miami Beach with the help of the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s Ventilation Assisted Children’s Center Camp.

1 day ago

Police: Tennessee ‘gorilla pimp’ suspect wanted in Texas ran ‘Byrd gang’ in Miami-Dade

A woman identified Aaron Byrd as a “gorilla pimp,” a sex trafficker who used violence and intimidation to control his victims, according to police.

1 day ago

Spring break vibes have been much more relaxing in Miami Beach

A Sunday sunrise over Miami Beach was worth waking up form signaling a brand-new day.

2 days ago

Spring break crowds return to Miami Beach with mix of parties and precautions

It’s a spring break party in Miami Beach, where music blasted along Ocean Drive and crowds filled the streets Saturday afternoon.

6 hours ago

Miami Open heats up as upsets shake field, quarterfinals take shape

It’s been a wild stretch at the Miami Open, with major upsets on both the men’s and women’s sides as the tournament heads into the quarterfinals at Hard Rock Stadium.

1 day ago

Tesla driver ‘on his way to smoke marijuana’ flees Miami Gardens police, crashes into Kia, bus: Cops

According to an arrest report, a Tesla driver told Miami Gardens police "he was on his way to smoke marijuana at Andover Park" before fleeing officers trying to pull him over Sunday evening. Authorities said the 20-year-old wound up wrecking into a Kia and a bus as he tried to outrun them.

1 day ago

Toddler stable after nearly drowning in Miami Gardens canal

A toddler is expected to survive after an apparent near drowning in Miami Gardens on Saturday evening.

3 days ago

Gauff rallies to win, Alcaraz cruises as both advance to round of 32 at Miami Open

South Florida native Coco Gauff rallied to advance at the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, bouncing back after dropping the opening set in her second-round match.

18 minutes ago

Video shows women brazenly stealing from Miramar Target

Police in Miramar are searching for several suspects who were caught on camera sealing from a Target store.

Feds arrest 5 after $16,000 undercover fentanyl deal ends 2-year probe in Broward, records show

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives special agents and Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies started to investigate two brothers two years ago for distributing fentanyl, according to an arrest warrant.

Broward man considering move abroad with wife over her immigration status issues

In 2023, Sousa came to the United States from Venezuela under something called Humanitarian Parole, essentially allowing her to stay in the U.S. for two years.

Family of man killed in wrong-way wreck surprised by suspect’s guilty plea

The Urrutia family was relieved to hear Sunshine Pérez, charged in the wrong-way wreck that killed their son Ezequiel Urrutia, is owning up to her actions.

1 day ago

South Florida mothers helping families with newborns diagnosed with Down syndrome

Saturday was World Down Syndrome Day and two South Florida moms are on a mission to erase the stigma around the genetic condition.

Feds arrest 5 after $16,000 undercover fentanyl deal ends 2-year probe in Broward, records show

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives special agents and Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies started to investigate two brothers two years ago for distributing fentanyl, according to an arrest warrant.

Pembroke Pines votes in 2 new commissioners, Lauderhill passes 3 referendums

Elections were held in Broward County on Tuesday.

1 restaurant shut down last week: Roaches found inside Pembroke Pines kitchen

State inspectors ordered the Las Cazuelas Mexican restaurant in Pembroke Pines shut down after finding roach activity in the kitchen, including live roaches inside a cooler and another in a hand-washing sink, along with about 20 dead roaches trapped behind equipment.

‘My heart dropped’: Plantation family distraught after crook caught on camera snatching chihuahua mix

A South Florida family is heartbroken after their beloved pet chihuahua was stolen.

Plantation PD: Subject bails from vehicle, leaving child behind

Plantation police are assisting Florida Highway Patrol troopers after a subject bailed from a vehicle, leaving a child behind, authorities said.

Police in Plantation search for missing endangered man

Plantation police are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing endangered man.

$4M Mega Millions ticket sold at Plantation liquor store

A $4 million second-tier Mega Millions ticket was sold in Plantation on Friday, according to the Florida Lottery

1 day ago

Pompano Beach principal uses social media to go above and beyond for her students

A South Florida school principal plays a huge role in her school, overseeing both administrative and educational functions.

BSO: Man accidentally shoots woman while firing at thief in Pompano Beach

A 26-year-old man has been arrested after he accidentally shot a woman Monday night while firing at a thief who stole from him in Pompano Beach, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said.

Pompano Beach woman accused of leaving dog without food or water for nearly 2 weeks

A 38-year-old Pompano Beach woman was arrested earlier this week after deputies said she left a dog alone in an apartment without food or water for nearly two weeks.

Deputies seek 27-year-old man reported missing from Pompano Beach

Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives asked for the public’s for help Saturday in locating a 27-year-old man last seen in Pompano Beach.

8 hours ago

Broward felon facing attempted murder charge after Sunrise shooting

Deputies in Broward County arrested a man for allegedly trying to shoot another man.

Sunrise police: Woman attacks 79-year-old woman at Walmart

A 34-year-old woman said she was defending herself and her baby from a 79-year-old woman while at a Wal-Mart in Broward County, but surveillance video showed her as the attacker, according to deputies.

Paul Maurice updates Panthers injuries before key road trip

After three straight wins, the Florida Panthers hit the road for a trip that could decide their playoff fate for the 2025-26 season.

1 pedestrian killed, 2 others hurt in crash near Sawgrass Mills

Authorities investigated a deadly crash near the Sawgrass Mills mall in Sunrise on Wednesday afternoon.