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Woman tried to buy $8K Rolex with stolen credit card, ID at Hollywood jewelry store, cops say

A 25-year-old Fort Lauderdale woman was arrested Wednesday after police accused her of trying to use a fraudulent credit card and another person’s driver’s license to purchase an $8,000 Rolex watch at a Hollywood jewelry store.

Victim remains critical after weekend shooting at Hollywood Beach hotel

A victim remained in critical condition on Monday morning after a shooting the previous day at a hotel on Hollywood Beach, according to police.

Hollywood residents frustrated over school pickup parking problems

Friends and family are rallying around a father mourning the loss of his wife and 2-year-old daughter after they were struck and killed by lightning.

Mother arrested in Jacksonville after her baby’s death in Hollywood posts bond

A 20-year-old mother called 911 on Oct. 14 to report that her baby girl was cold, pale, and unresponsive after a nap in her bassinet at her home in Hollywood, according to police.

Feds accuse Broward duo in multimillion-dollar nationwide fraud scheme involving fake coupons

Two South Florida men were arrested on federal mail fraud and money laundering charges Thursday after postal inspectors said they were part of a multimillion-dollar nationwide fraud scheme involving counterfeit coupons.

Masked suspect with burglary warrant caught snooping around cars in Hollywood, police say

Police in Broward County arrested a 21-year-old Hollywood man after investigating reports of someone trying to break into vehicles.

Man accused of pointing gun at driver during road rage incident in Dania Beach

A 59-year-old Hollywood man was arrested this past weekend after he allegedly pointed a gun at another driver during a road rage incident that occurred in Dania Beach earlier this year, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

All clear given after 2 Hollywood schools placed on lockdown over reported bomb threat, officials say

Hollywood Hills High School was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning while law enforcement investigated what they called a “potential threat” in the area.

Hollywood man purposely lit victim on fire, severely burning him, police say

A Hollywood man is facing charges including attempted murder after police said he lit another man on fire Friday, causing him severe burns.

Violent overnight crash leaves 2 vehicles badly damaged in Hollywood

First responders rushed to the scene of a crash that occurred early Sunday morning in Hollywood.

High School Spotlight: Sierra Canyon Rolls Past Chaminade-Madonna, 24-7

Sierra Canyon of California took on Chaminade-Madonna in the Broward County High School National Football Showcase Thursday night.

Dolly Parton memorabilia honors icon at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood

The iconic Dolly Parton died on Tuesday at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee, after “bravely facing a brief battle with cancer,” according to her publicist.

Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the Hollywood Police Department’s new headquarters

Hollywood Police Chief Jeff Devlin said he doesn’t miss the old and “dark and dingy” headquarters.

Clean Plate: Kudos to these South Florida places with zero violations

A clean, unannounced food safety inspection with ZERO violations is no small accomplishment.

Hollywood lifeguard saves family after Aruba tubing accident: ‘Didn’t know if they were dead’

A Hollywood Ocean Rescue lifeguard is being honored for his heroic actions after he helped save several members of his family during a water incident in Aruba.

First responders battle tractor-trailer fire on Florida’s Turnpike in Plantation

A tractor-trailer caught fire Wednesday morning on Florida’s Turnpike in Plantation, authorities confirmed.

Man accused of fatally stabbing 22-year-old roommate in Hollywood after drinking alcohol together

Detectives accused a 28-year-old man of killing his 22-year-old roommate after drinking alcohol together on Sunday morning in Hollywood, records show.

Suspect facing murder charge stemming from Hollywood weekend shooting

Authorities have announced an arrest in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred in Broward County over the weekend.

Police: 2 people hospitalized after shooting in Hollywood

Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred overnight in Hollywood.

Florida local officials say voters need to know true costs of property tax measure

At the Florida League of Cities convention in Hollywood Friday, local officials from across the state say they’re all bracing for whether or not in November their residents will vote to take away a lot of the property tax revenue that funds their cities.

Earthquake in Colombia: Broward County to open 11 aid drop-off locations

To help the victims of the recent 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia, Broward County announced 11 drop-off locations are set to open on Monday.

Hollywood parents arrested months after 7-week-old daughter dies from blunt force trauma, cops say

The parents of a 7-week-old girl who died from blunt force trauma in Hollywood last year have been arrested and are facing the same charges, according to the Hollywood Police Department and an arrest affidavit.

‘Major heartbreak’: Litter of puppies among 12 dogs killed in Hollywood apartment fire

A fire broke out on Thursday in Hollywood, causing the deaths of several dogs.

Powerball jackpot reaches $1 billion

Wednesday night’s Powerball jackpot has reached $1 billion and South Floridians are rushing to buy tickets.

Man arrested after repeatedly vandalizing same Hollywood home, police say

A man has been arrested after police said he repeatedly targeted the same Hollywood home, causing hundreds and possibly thousands of dollars in damage during multiple acts of vandalism captured on surveillance video.

SOLD! Hollywood sells $458K pothole machine for $72,120 after years of sitting unused

The Python 5000 is finally gone. After years of sitting unused in a remote corner of a City of Hollywood Public Works facility, the nearly half million dollar pothole machine has been sold at public auction for $72,120.

1 dead after being struck by train in Hollywood

One person is dead following a crash involving a train in Hollywood Monday morning, authorities said.

Man arrested after striking police vehicle while fleeing Hallandale Beach officer, cops say

Police in Hallandale Beach arrested a 21-year-old man accused of fleeing from a police officer after striking his vehicle.

Police in Hollywood respond to reports of overnight shooting

Authorities are investigating after receiving reports of a shooting in Broward County.

Hollywood beachfront tower project nears final approval amid community opposition

Developers behind the proposed Portofino Hollywood project sought to reassure residents this week as the controversial redevelopment of city-owned beachfront property nears its final approval stages.

Woman who murdered mother in Hollywood found dead in Atlantic Ocean

A boater off the coast of Boca Raton on Tuesday found the body of a 63-year-old woman convicted of murdering her mother in Hollywood in 2014, authorities said.

Man arrested after being found asleep aboard a JetBlue plane receiving maintenance service

Deputies have made an arrest in a case of a sleepy stowaway on a JetBlue flight.

Fire damages second-floor business in Hollywood

Hollywood Fire Rescue crews responded Wednesday morning to a fire at a commercial building in Hollywood that damaged a second-floor unit, officials said.

Hollywood Ocean Rescue adds new rescue boat, lifesaving equipment to improve beach safety

Hollywood Ocean Rescue is expanding its emergency response capabilities with new equipment designed to help lifeguards reach distressed swimmers faster and better respond to emergencies on the water.

Heavy rain causes flooding issues for some Hollywood residents

Severe weather moved through South Florida on Monday afternoon.

Nude dining launches at South Florida steakhouse: ‘Yes, it’s legal’

A South Florida restaurant is garnering attention for its dress code, or lack thereof.

‘We’re scared’: Vandal keeps coming back to damage Hollywood home

Police in Broward County are searching for a man they said continues to return to a Hollywood home and cause damage each time he visits.

Woman accused of killing baby through neglect extradited to Broward County

A 20-year-old woman who is accused, along with her partner, of killing their baby through neglect and then claiming the little girl was a “hoax” who never existed, has been extradited to Broward County.

Back-to-school event held at Old Navy in Hollywood

A back-to-school event was held on Sunday morning.

USPS carrier accused of stealing winning Florida Lottery ticket from mail, claiming prize

A United States Postal Service employee is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say she stole a winning Florida Lottery ticket from the mail and fraudulently claimed a $2,600 prize.

Woman flees Hollywood police with child in car, crashes head-on into cruiser, cops say

A woman was arrested in Hollywood after allegedly fleeing from officers who were trying to check on her welfare.

Hollywood police investigate Frenchie’s death after family says pet sitter left him in crate outside for hours

Hollywood police have opened an investigation into the death of a 4-year-old French Bulldog whose owners said was left in a crate outdoors for hours by a pet sitter.

‘You literally just turned 14’: Feds accuse Hollywood man of enticing DC girl on Discord

Federal agents arrested a Hollywood man on Tuesday after accusing him of exchanging lewd messages and images with a 14-year-old girl on the messaging app Discord.

Nonverbal boy found wandering in Hollywood reunited with family, police say

A child who was found wandering the streets of Hollywood by himself Monday has been reunited with his family, authorities confirmed.

45 years after Adam Walsh disappearance from Hollywood Mall

Forty-five years after Adam Walsh’s disappearance, we look back at one of Florida’s most significant cases — including the investigation that once examined Jeffrey Dahmer as a possible suspect.

Man extradited to Broward in presumed death of baby daughter, appears in court

One half of a young couple accused by Hollywood police of killing their baby daughter through neglect is back in South Florida and briefly faced a judge on Monday morning.

Police seek girl, 13, reported missing in Hollywood

Hollywood police asked for the public’s help Saturday in locating a 13-year-old girl who they say was reported missing.

‘What baby?’: Hollywood couple killed baby through neglect, then claimed she never existed, cops say

North Carolina authorities arrested a couple wanted by Hollywood police for killing their baby through neglect and then claiming the little girl was a “hoax” who never existed, officials announced on Thursday.

Miami, Hollywood thefts lead police to recover motorcycle at North Miami home

A South Florida medical student says she had her dream motorcycle for only 12 days before it was stolen.

Man faces felony charge 6 months after fatal Lucky Street crash in Hollywood

A 26-year-old man told police earlier this year that he thought he had hit “something, but did not think much of it,” according to a Seminole Police Department officer’s report on a fatal crash.

Alleged drug dealer arrested in Hollywood, more than $60K in cash seized, police say

A 43-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after a months-long investigation led Hollywood police detectives to seize large quantities of narcotics and more than $60,000 in cash, police said.

Maryland man reunited with late father’s dog after it showed up in Hollywood

Chris Becker was reunited with a beloved family pet after waiting a decade.

‘This is not arson’: Man charged with setting Hollywood home ablaze represents himself in court

A man accused of barricading himself inside his home and then setting it on fire appeared before a Broward County judge on Thursday morning.

Local 10’s Eric Yutzy joins many South Floridians making rare blood donations for teen with painful disease

Last week, Local 10 News first reported on Gigi Felix, an 18-year-old with an aggressive form of sickle cell disease.

Police: Man arrested after barricading himself inside Hollywood home, setting it on fire

A man is in police custody after allegedly setting a fire inside a home that he had barricaded himself inside of.

Man found dead in Intracoastal near Sheridan Street bridge, Hollywood police say

A man was found dead Tuesday morning – his body spotted floating in the Intracoastal Waterway by a passerby, Hollywood police said.

Fans of US gather for World Cup watch party at Hollywood pub

The FIFA World Cup has reached the Round of 16, and the United States was hoping to do something spectacular.

North Carolina man murders friend at Hollywood Airbnb during group vacation, cops say

A North Carolina man murdered another man he was taking a group vacation with as the two were at a short-term rental home in Hollywood on the Fourth of July, according to the city’s police department.

Family, 3 Hollywood police officers hospitalized after apartment fire

A family and three Hollywood police officers were hospitalized Monday morning after a fire erupted inside of a two-story apartment unit in Hollywood, fire rescue officials confirmed.

Suspect caught on camera breaking into Local 10 photojournalist’s car outside Hollywood restaurant

Hollywood police are searching for a suspect who was caught on surveillance video breaking into a vehicle outside a popular neighborhood restaurant early Monday morning.

Florida Republicans gather at Hard Rock Casino for annual Sunshine State Showdown

It’s the Florida Republicans’ biggest event of the year — the annual Sunshine State Showdown inside the Hard Rock Casino.

Helping Venezuela: Pembroke Pines police officers announce collection drive

The Pembroke Pines Police Department announced on Saturday that they are preparing for a collection drive on Tuesday to help victims of the recent earthquake in northern Venezuela.

Helping Venezuela: Airbnb partners with nonprofit CADENA for emergency housing

As the need for emergency housing increased in northern Venezuela, Airbnb announced a new partnership with a nonprofit that has been active with South Florida’s Jewish community.

Video shows freight train collide with car on tracks in Hollywood

A freight train struck a car on the tracks late Friday in Hollywood, but the family inside escaped without serious injuries, authorities said.

Broward couple accused in yearslong insurance fraud scheme

A husband and wife from Broward County were arrested Wednesday in connection with what investigators described as a yearslong insurance fraud scheme.

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.

Hollywood police arrest suspect in connection with 2025 fatal hit-and-run

A man has been arrested in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash that police say killed a pedestrian in Hollywood late last year.

Gazebo collapse at Hard Rock injures 5

A gazebo collapse at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood injured five people on Saturday evening, officials 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.

Teen charged as adult in fatal Hollywood shooting

A 15-year-old boy has been charged as an adult in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this year in Hollywood.

‘Grappler’ technique helps Hollywood police nab alleged car thief wanted on multiple warrants

A “grappler deployment” helped a Hollywood police officer nab a man who was driving a stolen Mercedes-Benz last week, authorities said.

Hollywood rollover crash sends car into home, narrowly missing sleeping residents

A rollover crash sent a car into a Hollywood home early Saturday morning, leaving significant property damage but no reported injuries.

Police: 2nd victim accuses man of sexually assaulting teens at Hollywood motel

A 33-year-old man known as “Ghost” was re-arrested this week after being accused of sexually assaulting two teenage girls in 2024 at a motel in Hollywood, records showed.

Suspect in hit-and-run that injured Hollywood police officer captured in Chicago

A suspect in a hit-and-run crash that injured a Hollywood police officer was arrested this week in Chicago.

FBI accuses 6 of armed Margaritaville kidnapping involving blowtorch torture, extortion

Six men are facing federal charges in connection with an armed kidnapping and robbery that began in the parking garage of the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, involving torture with a blowtorch, a gunshot and extortion, according to court documents made public on Wednesday.

BSO: Miami-Dade couple travels to Broward with daughter to steal SUV

A couple from Miami-Dade County was arrested last Friday after they traveled to Broward County with their daughter in order to steal a vehicle, authorities said.

FWC: Woman, 31, dies after being struck by boat while snorkeling off state park in Broward

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission investigators are seeking additional information in the death of a Hollywood woman whose body was found washed ashore on a Broward County beach after authorities determined she was killed in a boat strike.