Miami-Dade County

7 hours ago

Man tased, arrested after refusing to leave hotel restaurant

A restaurant dispute that stretched on for more than two hours ended with police using a Taser on a 35-year-old man who refused to leave.

20 hours ago

Michael Irvin’s ‘Fetching Fletchers’ to follow Mark Fletcher Jr.’s mom as she travels to every game

A new online series from Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver and former Miami Hurricanes great Michael Irvin will follow Linda Fletcher, the mother of Hurricanes star running back Mark Fletcher Jr., as she travels to attend every one of her son’s games.

20 hours ago

Palmetto Bay business holds back-to-school giveaway, offering everything from supplies to haircuts

For many families, getting their children ready to head back to school can get expensive fast.

18 hours ago

Grieving parents make public plea for return of ‘priceless’ statue to Miami Lakes park

The statue of 5-year-old Jake “Jakey” Duque recently vanished.

1 day ago

Perez Hilton to ‘require surgery in the coming days,’ according to family update

Mario Lavandeira, better known as Perez Hilton, remained hospitalized on Saturday, and his condition was “serious but stable,” according to an official family update released on his site.

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Miami’s Haitian-Bahamian Chef Wilkinson ‘Ken’ Sejour regrets voting for Trump

Unable to continue with his expansion and with his community hurting, Miami’s Haitian-Bahamian Chef Wilkinson “Ken” Sejour recently said he regrets voting for President Donald Trump.

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Inter Miami CF mourns Messi’s father, dead at 68 after illness in Argentina

Inter Miami CF released a statement on Saturday afternoon after Lionel Messi’s 68-year-old father died in Argentina.

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South Florida nonprofits help families prepare for back-to-school season

Thousands of South Florida families are receiving free school supplies, clothing, meals and other essentials this weekend as community organizations work to ease the cost of returning to school.

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New twist in murder case of former Miami Hurricanes star Bryan Pata

There’s a new twist in the murder case of former Miami Hurricanes football star Bryan Pata.

2 days ago

Expert explains Miami voters’ Florida primary ballot referendum question on city elections

Miami voters have a decision to make on Aug. 18.

2 days ago

Man pleads guilty to 9 felonies for killing wife, 2 daughters, and abusing bodies in Miami-Dade

A 42-year-old man pleaded guilty to nine felonies on Friday related to the 2012 murders of his 29-year-old wife, his two step-daughters, and the abuse of two of their bodies in Miami-Dade County.

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Sexual predator gets 12 years for molesting boy in Dolphin Mall bathroom

A man arrested in 2025 after authorities said he molested a 13-year-old boy in a bathroom at the Dolphin Mall took a plea deal in Miami-Dade court on Friday, earning a 12 year prison sentence.

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Pepper spray doesn’t stop Good Samaritan from tackling Brickell jewelry thief, police say

Miami police arrested a 21-year-old man they said pepper-sprayed a bystander who chased him down on Thursday after he stole pricey pieces of jewelry from women.

2 days ago

Miami-Dade superintendent delivers last ‘opening of schools’ address

Miami-Dade Superintendent Jose Dotres delivered his “opening of schools” address on Friday at Miami Senior High School in Little Havana.

2 days ago

Man accused of turning off diver’s air supply hits back at attempted murder charge: ‘100% lie’

A man facing an attempted murder charge after Miami-Dade deputies said he turned off an 18-year-old diver’s air supply is forcefully pushing back on the allegations.

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Police: Man faces 18 charges for child sex abuse cases in North Miami, Hialeah

Three child sex abuse victims in separate cases in Miami-Dade County reported that Juan Espinosa’s abuse started when he showed them porn and continued for years, records show.

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After surviving childhood abuse, South Florida woman helps thousands fight human trafficking

A South Florida woman who survived childhood sexual abuse is transforming her pain into purpose through a nonprofit dedicated to preventing human trafficking and supporting survivors.

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Man accused of assaulting woman with umbrella in Overtown

A 41-year-old man from the western Panhandle area of Florida is accused of attacking a random woman with an umbrella in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood, leaving her with a facial injury that required medical treatment, according to an arrest report.

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Man accused of randomly attacking woman, leaving her with facial injuries in Little Havana

A 40-year-old man is accused of randomly punching a woman in the face in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood, leaving her with a fractured nose and facial injuries, according to police.

2 days ago

Miami-Dade birth tourism business faces federal crackdown after Trump executive orders

A controversial business practice that helps foreign nationals travel to the United States to give birth is facing renewed scrutiny after President Donald Trump signed executive orders targeting so-called birth tourism.

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Man hospitalized after apparent self-inflicted shooting in Miami-Dade’s Tamiami area

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating an incident that they say occurred outside a Wells Fargo bank in Miami-Dade’s Tamiami area early Friday morning.

3 days ago

Miami-Dade teen makes history as world’s youngest male professor

An 18-year-old Miami Dade College professor is making history as the youngest male professor recorded by Guinness World Records.

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Suspect taken into custody after deputies respond to home in northwest Miami-Dade

A large law enforcement presence was seen outside a home in northwest Miami-Dade County on Thursday afternoon.

3 days ago

Miami Heat host students for annual back-to-school shopping spree

The Miami Heat are helping students prepare for the upcoming new school year.

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Miami-Dade woman uploaded TikTok video of herself molesting 4-year-old boy, deputies say

Deputies arrested a southwest Miami-Dade woman on Wednesday after they said she uploaded a video to TikTok showing herself molesting a 4-year-old boy.

2 days ago

Alleged robbery attempt ends with one suspect dead in Miami Gardens

A robbery attempt ended in gunfire Thursday afternoon in a Miami Gardens neighborhood, leaving one alleged suspect dead and another on the run, according to a Miami Gardens source familar with the investigation told Local 10 News.

3 days ago

Share your back-to-school photos with Local 10 as students return to class across South Florida

As students begin returning to classes across South Florida, Local 10 wants to help celebrate the milestone by sharing your favorite back-to-school photos.

3 days ago

Local 10 special reports airing next week as Miami Springs, Opa-locka celebrate a century

Two cities are celebrating a century. Founded by one man with a passion for flight, each has a unique origin story.

3 days ago

BJ’s Wholesale Club employee accused of processing fraudulent tire warranty claims at Miami-Dade store

A BJ’s Wholesale Club employee was arrested Wednesday after investigators with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office accused him of fraudulently approving tire replacement claims for “friends and associates,” costing the retailer thousands of dollars.

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MDSO: Driver performed donuts before fleeing deputies at more than 100 mph in Miami-Dade

Deputies with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office arrested a man Wednesday who they say participated in an illegal intersection takeover in the county’s Gladeview neighborhood.

3 days ago

Man accused of sexually abusing children for several years in Hialeah

A 65-year-old man is facing serious charges stemming from disturbing sexual assault allegations.

3 days ago

Woman accused of beating boyfriend’s young son now faces additional charges related to second boy

A 22-year-old woman who was arrested Tuesday for allegedly beating her boyfriend’s 5-year-old son so badly that he ended up in the emergency room is now facing new charges related to a second child.

3 days ago

Family of Perez Hilton says he’s able to communicate after self-harming livestream at Miami-Dade home

The family of celebrity blogger and TV personality Perez Hilton released a statement on his website, confirming that Hilton is able to communicate as he recovers from an apparent mental health crisis that he suffered this week at his home in Miami-Dade County’s Westchester neighborhood.

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Leon Medical Centers celebrates 30 years with drone show above downtown Miami

A celebratory moment was held inside Miami’s Freedom Tower on Wednesday night, before an impressive show was put on outside.

Miami-Dade taking steps to sustainably deal with solid waste issue

Miami-Dade County is getting real about addressing its massive solid waste crisis.

Defendant accused of stabbing wife 16 times in front of daughter rejects plea deal, shouts at Miami-Dade judge

A 58-year-old man accused of stabbing a 45-year-old woman 16 times in front of their 7-year-old daughter in 2019 was rowdy again when he appeared in court on Wednesday in Miami-Dade County.

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Miami-Dade District 8 has trio of candidates running for coveted commission seat

There are three candidates who are running for a coveted commission seat in Miami-Dade County.

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Miami chef on chilling effect of immigration policy: TPS causes worker shortage; ICE detention scares customers

A witness recorded a video showing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents stopping a man who was riding a scooter and detaining him on Aug. 2 in Miami’s Little Haiti.

After jail beating, accused killer Neha Gupta seeks separation from fellow murder suspect Daisy Link

Two of South Florida’s highest-profile murder suspects, Daisy Link and Dr. Neha Gupta, are at the center of an ongoing dispute in jail, according to a court filing. Now Gupta wants to be separated from Link, who’s accused of beating up the Oklahoma pediatrician behind bars.

Hurricanes’ Malachi Toney praises team’s defense as offense prepares for season

The Miami Hurricanes entered the offseason with plenty of attention on their explosive offense, but wide receiver Malachi Toney said Wednesday that the team’s defense is also playing a major role in preparing the Hurricanes for the upcoming season.

Miami man confesses police officer’s pickup truck was unlocked, so he stole guns, bracelet, drives: Deputies

A 21-year-old man told deputies that a police officer’s Miami Police Department-issued white RAM 1500 was unlocked with guns, a gold bracelet, external hard drives, and a backpack in Miami-Dade County, according to a deputy’s report.

Woman jailed after TikTok Live spat ends in fight, shooting in Liberty City, police say

A Miami woman is facing an aggravated battery charge after they said a fight to “settle ongoing arguments that were being held through TikTok Live” led to a victim being shot on Tuesday.

Coral Gables woman pleads guilty after posing as ICE legal administrative specialist

A Coral Gables woman charged migrants hundreds of dollars, as she pretended to be a federal government employee to influence their immigration court cases, according to federal prosecutors.

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Couple jailed after 5-year-old brought to Homestead ER with injuries from belt, ‘chancleta’: Cops

Homestead police arrested a couple on Tuesday after they said a 5-year-old had injuries so severe from a beating with a belt and sandal that he had to be treated at a hospital.

3rd suspect arrested in 2025 downtown Miami Rolex robberies that left victim shot, deputies say

A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a pair of downtown Miami Rolex robberies that authorities say happened just over a year ago, including one in which a victim was shot.

Homicide detectives investigate Doral police officer’s death in Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade homicide detectives are investigating the death of Edwin Fernandez, a Doral Police Department school resource officer, found dead in a patrol car on Wednesday morning in Redland, according to sources familiar with the case.

FBI seeks info on Miami-Dade bank robber

FBI agents asked for the public’s help Wednesday in identifying a suspect who they say robbed a bank in Miami-Dade County’s Westchester area last week.

Perez Hilton receiving help after reportedly harming himself during livestream at Miami-Dade home

Celebrity blogger and television personality Perez Hilton is receiving help after the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a mental health crisis at his South Florida home.

Woman hospitalized after accidental shooting in North Miami

A woman was injured after being shot in North Miami.

Man accused of attempted murder for turning off diver’s air supply during lobster mini season: MDSO

A man is facing an attempted murder charge stemming from an incident on the water during lobster mini-season.

Florida officials not deterred after push for property tax reform hits snag

A proposal to dramatically cut homeowners property taxes in Florida is facing a hurdle in making the November ballot.

3 candidates running for Miami-Dade Commission’s District 5 seat

There are three candidates running for the Miami-Dade Commission’s District 5 seat.

Mother of 9-year-old boy mauled by dogs in Bimini gives update on his recovery

A 9-year-old boy is continuing a difficult recovery after being attacked by several dogs on a beach in Bimini last week, his family told Local 10 News on Tuesday.

‘This man was just trying to rape me,’ teen shouts in North Miami after marijuana lure, records show

A 26-year-old man faced charges on Tuesday in Miami-Dade County after a 15-year-old boy accused him of sexually abusing him while recording a video of it in North Miami, records show.

Man shocked by electrical wire while working in backyard of Opa-locka home, police say

A man was rushed to a hospital Tuesday afternoon after he was shocked by a live electrical wire while performing yard work in the backyard of a home in Opa-locka, authorities said.

2 hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash near Miami Gardens Tesla dealership, authorities say

Two people were hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash in Miami Gardens, authorities told Local 10 News on Tuesday.

Back-to-school prep: Free or reduced-price lunches require application at some schools in Miami-Dade and Broward

There will be new lunch menu additions at public schools in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

3rd arrest made in Miami-Dade street takeover hit-and-run investigation, deputies say

A third arrest has been made in connection with a series of alleged illegal street takeovers across Miami-Dade County, including a hit-and-run that seriously injured three pedestrians last month, authorities confirmed in an arrest report obtained by Local 10 News on Tuesday.

Undercover detectives accuse woman of performing cosmetic injections without a license in Miami

Deputies arrested a 59-year-old woman after an undercover detective accused her of performing cosmetic injections without a license on Monday at her apartment in Miami, records show.

Lincoln Marti daycare teacher accused of grabbing 2-year-old by neck, shaking him

A teacher at a Lincoln Marti daycare center in southwest Miami-Dade was arrested Monday on accusations that she grabbed a 2-year-old boy by his neck and shook him, authorities confirmed.

The power of poetry — inside Wild Bloom Society

In an era when most conversations happen through a screen, more people are choosing to step behind a microphone.

Man accused of recklessly driving unregistered school bus in southwest Miami-Dade, deputies say

A man was arrested Saturday after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said he was caught recklessly driving a yellow school bus in southwest Miami-Dade without a commercial driver’s license.

Miami Spa Month returns with discounted luxury treatments through August

If you’ve been putting off a little self-care, Miami Spa Month is offering a chance to indulge in luxury wellness without paying full price.

Trio vies for commission seat in Miami-Dade’s District 2

There is a three-way race heating up for the Miami City Commission’s District 2 seat.

Police: Surveillance videos show man abusing dog in Miami elevator

Surveillance videos show a 33-year-old man with his one-year-old Dutch Shepherd named “Buzz” on April 5 in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood.

Severe storm rips through carport in Miami Gardens

A severe storm caused damage in a Miami Gardens neighborhood on Monday afternoon.

Mother of Hard Rock Cafe server reacts to attack suspect’s ‘accident’ claim: ‘Why are you lying?’

The mother of a Hard Rock Cafe server attacked at downtown Miami’s Bayside Marketplace says it has been an emotional and difficult week as her daughter recovers from her injuries and a suspect faces a criminal charge.

Former pro soccer star Diego Serna faces drug trafficking charges after Miami airport arrest

Former Major League Soccer player Diego Serna, who starred for the now-defunct Miami Fusion, is facing federal drug trafficking charges after authorities said he tried to bring nearly 9,000 hydrocodone pills into the U.S. after arriving at Miami International Airport on a flight from Colombia, Local 10 News has learned.

Miami-Dade back-to-school prep includes new teacher induction for 200 in Hialeah

The 2026–27 academic year begins on Aug. 10 for students at Broward County Public Schools, on Aug. 11 for students at the Archdiocese of Miami Catholic Schools, and on Aug. 13 for students at Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Homeless woman accused of attempted murder after beating near North Miami Beach

A homeless man suffered a skull fracture after a homeless woman struck him with a stick about 20 times on Saturday near North Miami Beach, according to Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies.

Man carries victim to hospital after stabbing him in neck in Cutler Bay, deputies say

A man stabbed another man in the neck over the weekend after the victim tried to intervene when he saw the suspect arguing with a woman, who deputies later identified as the suspect’s wife, authorities said.

Deputies arrest 18-year-old driver over ‘doing donuts’ at Miami Lakes street takeover

Drivers performed stunts during an intersection takeover that involved 40 to 50 cars and 70 to 80 spectators on Sunday in Miami Lakes, according to Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies.

‘I hate them’: Woman accused of attacking Jewish man in North Miami Beach Target

A woman is facing multiple charges for attacking a Jewish man sitting at an in-store Starbucks at a Target in North Miami Beach over the weekend, according to police.

Scooter rider hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in northwest Miami-Dade

A scooter rider was hospitalized Monday morning after riding his scooter on the wrong side of the road, resulting in him being struck by a vehicle, authorities said.

Storms return for start of the week with localized flood threat

After a warm and humid start to the day with the chance for an isolated shower through the morning, temperatures will quickly heat into the lower 90s with a mix of sun and clouds.

Early voting begins in Miami-Dade, Monroe; Miami-Dade elections chief reminds voters of flexibility and security

Early voting is now underway in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, and Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia is encouraging voters to take advantage of the opportunity while reminding them they have flexibility in where they cast their ballots.

Man accused of fleeing crash that left woman critically injured in Miami-Dade

A man was arrested after deputies said he crashed into a woman, left her trapped under his pickup truck, and ran from the scene in southwest Miami-Dade Sunday morning.

Local 10 chats with incoming Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent ahead of new school year

Miami-Dade County students are heading back to school on Aug. 13.

U.S. 41 reopens after brush fire prompts closure

A brush fire burning near U.S. 41 in the Everglades forced the closure of the highway in both directions and prompted the precautionary evacuation of Everglades Safari Park on Sunday, authorities said.

Early voting in Miami-Dade County begins Monday

Early voting begins Monday in Miami-Dade County.

Driver crashes through front of Doral pet grooming business

A vehicle slammed into a Miami-Dade County business over the weekend, causing extensive damage.

‘We ran into each other’: Texas man denies shoving bartender in Bayside incident caught on camera

The Texas man accused of attacking a Hard Rock Cafe employee at Bayside Marketplace in Miami is out of jail and telling his side of the story.

Surveillance video captures mail thief at west Miami-Dade condo complex

A surveillance camera installed just hours earlier captured a suspected mail thief in the act at a west Miami-Dade condominium complex, according to residents.

4 hospitalized after boat experiences mechanical issue in Brickell

Miami Fire Rescue medics transported four people to a hospital Saturday after a boating incident in the Brickell area.

Texas man charged in Bayside attack posts bond after arrest at PortMiami

A Texas man accused of attacking a Hard Rock Cafe employee at Bayside Marketplace in Miami is expected to be released from jail Saturday after posting bond.

Coast Guard helps 10 aboard disabled boat near Rickenbacker Causeway

The United States Coast Guard’s Station Miami Beach crew assisted a boat taking on water with 10 people aboard near Rickenbacker Causeway on Friday, the agency confirmed.

Miami Gardens families receive food, health screenings at community wellness event

As families prepare for the start of the school year, up to 150 Miami Gardens families received free groceries and health services Saturday during a community wellness event focused on improving access to food, preventive care and safer neighborhoods.