Broward County

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Driver crashes into spa in Hallandale Beach

A driver crashed into a spa on Tuesday in Hallandale Beach.

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Wildfire burns 600 acres in western Miami-Dade, affects air quality in Broward

A wildfire was active on Tuesday after burning 600 acres in western Miami-Dade County, according to the Florida Forest Service.

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Looking ahead to Stonewall Pride in Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors’ Stonewall Pride festival is around the corner. The event is scheduled for this Saturday along Wilton Drive.

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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.

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McDonald’s customer attacks woman working at drive-thru in Tamarac, deputy reports

A woman was bleeding under her right eye, and she had swelling and bruising on her face, according to a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy.

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Restaurant ordered shut after years of training violations. Plus, roaches at a South Beach Argentinian grill

Two South Florida restaurants were ordered shut last week by inspectors with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

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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.

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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.

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Humane Society of Broward seeks loving, permanent home for Madeline, other furry friends

The Humane Society of Broward County is hoping to find a forever home for Madeline, a 3-year-old dog described by shelter officials as friendly, well-behaved and eager to be someone’s loyal companion.

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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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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.

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Margate police seek senior reported missing, endangered

The Margate Police Department asked for the public’s help Saturday in locating an elderly woman reported missing and endangered.

Barricaded suspect taken into custody after SWAT standoff in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale police and SWAT officers responded Friday afternoon to a barricaded man believed to be inside a business after authorities say entered an unauthorized area and refused to leave.

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.

Davie firefighters, police wrangle gator after responding to water main break

Davie firefighters and police wrangled an alligator early Friday morning that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission has been trying to capture for two years now over ongoing concerns by residents in the area, Davie Fire Rescue officials said.

Family of slain man in Dania Beach asks public for help in unsolved shooting case

The family of a 22-year-old man who was fatally shot in Dania Beach earlier this year is asking for the public’s help as investigators continue working to solve the case.

Broward native Alex Freeman set for World Cup debut with US men’s national team

Alex Freeman grew up playing soccer on fields across Broward County, dreaming of one day representing his country on the sport’s biggest stage. Now, the 21-year-old defender is on the verge of making that dream a reality.

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.

Survivor warns parents to monitor kids’ cellphones after online predator targeted her at 14

It started at 11 years old. Seanna Martinez didn’t realize it at the time, but she was being groomed online. By 14, she had connected with a man on a hookup app called HUD, an app she chose specifically because it didn’t have an 18-plus age restriction.

What’s in a name? Member of local political dynasty joins growing race to succeed Rep. Wilson

The deadline for candidates to enter the race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, is quickly approaching, and a few hopefuls have thrown their hats into the ring, looking to replace the longtime District 24 congresswoman.

BSO seeks $937 million budget for 2027, drawing concern from Broward commissioners

The Broward Sheriff’s Office is seeking roughly $937 million for its fiscal year 2027 budget, an increase from its adopted budget of $833 million.

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.

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.

South Florida firefighters honored for saving boy’s life

Two South Florida first responders were honored for saving a young boy’s life.

State Sen. Shevrin Jones announces campaign for U.S. House seat

A new candidate has emerged in the race to replace Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, who recently announced her retirement.

Man facing video voyeurism charges after allegedly photographing 13-year-old on cruise ship

A 25-year-old Illinois man was taken into custody Sunday on video voyeurism charges.

Broward BJ’s employee had illegal side hustle, cops say: Shipping stolen store goods across US

A 52-year-old BJ’s Wholesale Club employee is facing charges after allegedly stealing from his workplace.

Upgraded Broward 911 will let callers livestream to dispatchers

Callers to Broward County’s 911 center will be able to livestream video to dispatchers, giving them ― and responders ― a clearer view of an emergency situation, officials say.

School bus stop arm cameras coming to Broward after unanimous vote

AI-powered cameras designed to catch and cite drivers illegally passing stopped school busses are set to launch this coming school year.

Man faces DUI manslaughter charge for crash that killed friend on I-95

A South Florida man is facing serious charges after police said he caused a crash that resulted in the death of his passenger.

Broward detective releases video of 2 wanted for Oakland Park burglary

Broward Sheriff’s Office Detective Danny Perez asked the public for help on Tuesday with identifying two burglars who stole from All American Marine Service in Oakland Park.

Mother to judge: Fatal shooting in Lauderhill ‘could have been prevented’

Reginald Merisma had threatened Anthony Johnson before Johnson, 35, called 911 on Sunday, and police officers found Merisma, 35, dead, according to the Lauderhill Police Department.

Could another earthquake in the Gulf hit? Here’s the aftershock forecast

A rare magnitude 6.1 earthquake near western Cuba that was felt across parts of Florida on Monday could be followed by aftershocks in the days and weeks ahead, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

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.

Man accused of masturbating near girl on Broward County Transit bus

A 30-year-old man was arrested Sunday by Margate police, nearly two weeks after he allegedly masturbated in front of an 11-year-old girl while they were riding a Broward County Transit bus, authorities said.

Woman fatally struck by car in Fort Lauderdale

Authorities in Broward County are investigating after a pedestrian was stuck by a vehicle.

Arrest made in fatal Lauderhill shooting

Police arrested a 35-year-old man in connection to a shooting that occurred Sunday in Lauderhill.

Worker at Fort Lauderdale food store shoots at man after argument, police say

A woman grinned big in her Broward County booking photo after police said she had just opened fire on someone and his vehicle while working at a food store in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday. Authorities said the victim’s 1-year-old was inside the car at the time.

Off-duty first responders help save boy, 5, who nearly drowned at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea resort

The Broward Sheriff’s Office has released new video showing the moments two off-duty first responders jumped into action to save a child’s life.

Search at FLL reveals videos showing man engaged in Colombia child sex tourism, feds say

Federal agents said they made a disturbing discovery on a man’s two cellphones after he arrived on a flight at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport: evidence that he was engaged in international child sex tourism.

Moldy food! Rodent issues! Restaurant ordered shut!

Records show that since July 2024, Sichuan Fish Restaurant (Sichuan Cuisine) has been inspected nine times.

Man found fatally shot in driveway in Lauderhill neighborhood, police say

A man was found fatally shot late Sunday night in a Lauderhill neighborhood, police said.

Man accused of hitting deputy, fleeing crash appears before judge

Sean Alexis appeared before a Broward County judge Sunday, days after Fort Lauderdale police arrested him in connection with a crash involving a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy.

Fire forces Lauderdale Lakes family from their home

A Lauderdale Lakes family has been forced out of their home after a fire broke out on Sunday.

Man arrives to hospital with multiple gunshot wounds after reports of shooting in Lauderhill

Authorities in Broward County are investigating a reported shooting.

‘I’m happy to be alive’: South Florida woman thanks sister for helping her through cancer treatment

Sunday is national cancer survivor day, and across South Florida, survivors, family members, and caregivers are taking time to celebrate how far they’ve come.

Lauderhill’s Walk for Peace brings community together to honor gun violence victims

Residents, families and community leaders gathered Saturday for the city of Lauderhill’s Walk for Peace, a community event focused on unity, healing and raising awareness about gun violence.

Humane Society of Broward County seeks ‘furever’ home for Madonna, Mariah and other furry friends

Cherie Wachter of the Humane Society of Broward County introduced two 9-week-old kittens, Madonna and Mariah, to Local 10 viewers on Saturday, highlighting the pair’s search for permanent homes.

Police arrest man in connection with hit-and-run that left BSO deputy hurt in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale police have arrested a suspect in connection with a hit-and-run crash that they say left a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy hospitalized Friday evening.

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.

Family remembers father killed by wrong-way drunk driver in Broward County

Nicholas Addis, a 36-year-old father with a 2-year-old son named Everson, is being remembered by his family after he was killed nearly two months ago by a wrong-way drunk driver along Sample Road in Broward County.

Detectives identify Californian woman who died while snorkeling off state park in Broward

Kellie Williams, an experienced swimmer and American Airlines flight attendant who was born in California and lived in South Florida, died while snorkeling off Broward County. She was 30.

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.

Rita Case named Broward County PBA’s Humanitarian of the Year

Rita Case, president, CEO and owner of Rick Case Automotive Group, has been named the Broward County Police Benevolent Association’s 2026 Humanitarian of the Year.

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.

Hollywood man accused of traveling to meet minor for sex

A 34-year-old man from Hollywood was arrested Thursday on a warrant, months after he allegedly tried to meet who he thought was a 14-year-old girl for sex, authorities said.

‘You can’t give up’: South Florida teacher shares cancer survival story ahead of Survivors Day

There are more than 18 million cancer survivors living in the United States, a number that continues to grow thanks to earlier diagnosis and an expanding range of treatments.

Police: Woman vanishes off Dania Beach, washes ashore dead in Hollywood Beach

A woman was snorkeling or diving in the ocean off Dania Beach when she vanished and later washed ashore dead at Hollywood Beach, according to the Hollywood Police Department.

Miami Gardens pastor convicted of grand theft has community control changed to probation

A Broward County judge has granted convicted felon and Miami Gardens pastor Eric Readon’s request to end his community control sentence early, converting the remaining portion of his sentence to probation and removing him from the most restrictive form of court supervision imposed in the case.