Miramar

Miramar man named ‘U-One Forever’ admitted to killing family’s dog after ‘hearing voices’: Cops

A 23-year-old Miramar man who told police he was “hearing voices and seeing things” is accused of killing his family’s dog and then discarding it in the trash, authorities said.

Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival returns to Miramar with Hurricane Melissa relief effort

The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival returns to Miramar this weekend, celebrating Caribbean culture with food, music and community — and this year, organizers say the event carries a deeper purpose as Jamaica continues to recover from Hurricane Melissa.

Crash involving dump truck on Florida’s Turnpike in Miramar leaves 2 hospitalized

A crash on Florida’s Turnpike in Miramar left two people hospitalized and caused major delays Thursday morning, according to Miramar Fire Rescue.

Hollywood police lieutenant arrested on domestic battery charges involving senior, records show

A lieutenant with the Hollywood Police Department was arrested Monday on two counts of battery on a person 65 years of age or older, authorities confirmed.

Miramar, home to large Jamaican community, steps up to help island after Hurricane Melissa

The Jamaican national anthem echoed through the city hall lawn in Miramar on Thursday morning.

Local officials in Miramar, Lauderhill collect donations for Jamaicans dealing with Hurricane Melissa’s fury

Miramar and Lauderhill officials announced efforts to help Jamaicans who are preparing to deal with Hurricane Melissa’s fury.

Juici Patties restaurant collects disaster relief donations for Jamaicans facing Hurricane Melissa

Juici Patties, a Jamaican restaurant chain with dozens of locations, is accepting disaster relief donations to be delivered to the Caribbean island after Hurricane Melissa.

Driver dies after fiery wrong-way crash in Miramar

One person has died following a fiery wrong-way crash in Miramar, authorities confirmed.

Miramar opens 6 locations to drop off supplies for people in Jamaica

The city of Miramar is doing what it can to help the residents of Jamaica who are preparing for Hurricane Melissa.

Parents react to Broward County Public Schools proposed changes in Miramar

During a public Broward County School Board meeting on Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale, parents lined up to speak about changes at public schools in Miramar that they say will hurt their children.

South Florida eateries transform to haunted hangouts

Spooky season is officially here and South Florida spots aren’t just decorating – they’re transforming into haunted hangouts.

Broward teacher under investigation over alleged in-classroom reaction to Kirk’s murder

Broward County Public Schools was investigating a public school teacher’s alleged misconduct in the classroom after right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

Broward judge clears police officer in 2019 UPS shootout, citing ‘stand your ground’ law

A police officer has been cleared of wrongdoing in connection with a 2019 shootout in Miramar that left a UPS employee and another victim dead.

Mom to Mom Update: Iman’s Light Foundation to hold ‘Celebration of Life’ fundraiser

We have a Mom to Mom update to share about Iman’s Light Foundation and their upcoming fundraiser.

Police ID men suspected in Miami Gardens alleged kidnapping after cross-county U-Haul chase

Miami Gardens police identified two men in connection with an alleged kidnapping and high-speed U-Haul chase that they said spanned from Miami-Dade to Broward County on Monday.

Police: Reported kidnapping leads to police chase that ended in Miami Gardens

A police chase involving a U-Haul van came to an end Monday morning in Miami Gardens, police confirmed to Local 10 News.

NICU at Memorial Hospital Miramar transformed into Whoville

Look at them, look at them now... NICU babies were dressed in their Dr. Seuss best for Memorial Hospital Miramar’s annual Read-a-thon.

Events held across Broward County to mark 9/11 terror attacks

Events are being held Thursday across Broward County to mark the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon.

Police: Help find 62-year-old Miramar man who vanished

Police officers asked for help on Tuesday with finding a 62-year-old man who vanished after leaving his home in Miramar.

Rohan Marley to headline Miramar’s First Fridays free networking event

The city of Miramar is spotlighting entrepreneurs and creatives this week with a special edition of its First Fridays: Network & Chill series, featuring guest speaker Rohan Marley — founder of Marley Coffee and son of legendary musician Bob Marley.

Florida ‘stand your ground’ defense ruling on police shooting killing innocent bystanders will be announced in 2 weeks, judge says

Broward County Circuit Judge Ernest Kollra said on Friday that he plans to announce his ruling about whether or not Florida’s self-defense law applied to law enforcement during a 2019 shooting that killed innocent bystanders in Miramar.

State calls final witness in officer’s 2019 UPS shootout ‘stand your ground’ hearing

A police officer involved in the 2019 deadly UPS shootout in Miramar continues to fight against a manslaughter charge.

September 2025 community events calendar

Our Local 10 Community Calendar is your one-stop shop for information about free or low-cost events happening in your community.

Broward witnesses recall getting caught in the crossfire that killed 2 innocent bystanders, 2 fugitives

Two men testified about what it was like to get caught in the middle of a fatal shootout that involved 20 law enforcement officers from four agencies who fired over 220 rounds in about 25 seconds.

Witnesses describe deadly 2019 Miramar shootout in suspended officer’s ‘stand your ground’ hearing

Two witnesses testified Thursday in the “stand your ground” hearing for a suspended Miami-Dade police officer involved in a 2019 Miramar shootout that left four people dead.

Family of UPS driver killed in 2019 Miramar shootout in court for charged officer’s hearing

The family of a UPS driver killed in a 2019 shootout in Miramar appeared in Broward County court on Tuesday for the “stand your ground” hearing of a police officer charged with manslaughter in connection with the incident.

Judge considers law enforcement’s Florida ‘stand your ground’ defense after innocent bystanders die during shooting

Jose Mateo, a suspended law enforcement officer, appeared in Broward County court on Friday. His defense claimed that a manslaughter case against him over a shootout that killed innocent bystanders had to be dismissed.

Potential scam victims made whole after Local 10 tracked down alleged contractors who took their money

An 85-year-old South Florida woman stood on her front lawn, looking down at the cracks in her driveway, cracks that were supposed to be fixed by now.

FBI hopes to catch suspects who killed man in 2024 Miramar drive-by shooting

Local 10 News on Saturday spoke with the sister of a 20-year-old man gunned down in a drive-by shooting nearly a year and a half ago, sharing her grief and hope for justice.

City locks students out of Miramar private school: ‘I don’t know why they’re doing this to us’

Students, parents and teachers have been locked out of their Miramar private school following a contract dispute with the city. Now they’re demanding answers.

Man shot, robbed of watch in Miramar

Authorities in Broward County are investigating an overnight shooting.

Back-to-school: Broward teachers learn to use new security tool ahead of 1st day of school

Broward County Public Schools students return to class on Monday, and teachers will have a new tool to help them trigger a staff alert or school lockdown when needed.

Broward school supply giveaways held; Silver Shores STEAM Academy excited for new opportunities for students

The countdown to the first day of school is winding down quickly, so it’s time for Broward County students to get their supplies together and get ready to learn about some new subjects.

Mom to Mom: Mindfulness program helps South Florida teens navigate anxiety, social pressures

On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with the leaders of a program taking a unique, hands-on approach to mental wellness.

Police: Dog walker finds person dead in canal in Miramar

A dog walker who was on a path along a canal found someone dead on Monday morning in Miramar, police said.

ICE recruiting former law enforcement officers amid funding boost

Local 10 has obtained a letter sent by ICE to former federal officers in South Florida, recruiting them to join the agency.

Miramar man’s ‘Hugh Johnson Enterprises’ at center of $455K Virginia real estate scam, feds say

A Miramar man was booked into the Broward County Main Jail on behalf of the U.S. Marshals Service on Friday as he faces a six-figure wire fraud case.

Fire erupts at mechanic shop in Miramar

A large scene unfolded early Monday morning outside a mechanic shop along State Road 7 in Miramar.

Miami-Dade commissioners vote to move forward with new incinerator amid growing debate over location

It could be decision day for Miami-Dade County commissioners as they weigh whether to move forward with building a new waste-to-energy incinerator — a project that’s drawn passionate opposition and could affect residents across both Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Miramar woman shot husband in buttocks as he walked away from fight over infidelity, police say

A Miramar woman shot her husband after the two got physical early Thursday evening, according to police, who said it wasn’t a case of self-defense.

Miramar police officers find 2-year-old girl’s body in lake

Police officers found a 2-year-old child’s body in a lake early Wednesday morning in Miramar.

Mom to Mom: South Florida mother sheds ‘light’ on dangers of fentanyl

On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a mother working to educate the community on the dangers of fentanyl after she experienced a devastating loss.

Miramar mayor hosts informational meeting as incinerator location decision looms

Tons of trash that accumulates in Miami-Dade County Is continuing to be hauled away by truck and trains to private facilities to the north.

FBI Miami, local agencies announce results of ‘Operation Viper’ targeting violent offenders

Officials at the FBI’s Miami Field Office revealed the results of a two-month enforcement campaign Wednesday, saying 65 people were arrested and 21 firearms were seized during “Operation Viper,” a coordinated effort to target violent criminals in high-crime neighborhoods across South Florida.

‘Part of American history’: South Floridians celebrate Juneteenth with parades, events

Thursday marked Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day a federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States.

Mom to Mom: South Florida doctor performs surgeries for mothers in need

On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a South Florida doctor who is performing surgeries free for mothers who are dealing with health complications and it’s all to honor his mother.

Broward Schools aims to protect performing arts amid enrollment drop, budget uncertainty

As Broward County Public Schools braces for state budget decisions and grapples with declining enrollment, district leaders say they are working to preserve the arts — even while making difficult choices.

Victim seriously injured after being shot inside car in Miramar, cops say

Police in Miramar are investigating a shooting that they say left a person seriously injured early Saturday morning.

South Florida man who made headlines for climbing atop pole, ambulance at it again, cops say

A South Florida man who made headlines for climbing atop a South Beach traffic light in 2021 and climbing onto a Miramar ambulance in 2023 has once again climbed somewhere he shouldn’t be, authorities say.

Police: Search continues after gunfight injures 2, pursuit ends with armed carjacker’s arrest

Detectives arrested an armed 19-year-old suspect and they were searching for two others on Sunday after a chaotic gunfight injuring two and an armed carjacking terrorized a neighborhood in Miramar.

Miramar shooting, carjacking leaves 2 wounded, 1 in custody

A shooting at a Miramar apartment complex Saturday afternoon led to a carjacking near an ALDI grocery store, sending two people to the hospital and prompting a heavy police presence in the area, authorities confirmed.

Cleanup underway after fast-moving storm leaves trail of destruction across Broward

Cleanup efforts are underway in Miramar on Saturday after a fast-moving storm with powerful winds and hail ripped through the area overnight, leaving residents without power and with significant property damage.

Tribute to Teachers: Jamie Zachareas plays different roles to help her students at Somerset Academy Miramar

Jamie Zachareas is a middle school teacher who has guided her students through civics projects and drama competitions all while pregnant with twins.

Sisters, ages 11 and 15, found safe after being reported missing in Miramar

Miramar police have located two sisters who were reported missing on Thursday.

Police: Man arrested after running from traffic stop, leaving 3-year-old behind in car

An arrest was made Sunday following a police pursuit in Miramar.

It didn’t take long for Miami-Dade domestic violence suspect to be involved in a shooting after walking out of jail

Aundrai McGregor was wearing a green suicide prevention smock and in handcuffs when he appeared before Miami-Dade County Circuit Judge Mindy S. Glazer on Thursday.

Despite pleas from victim’s family, Broward judge grants bond to suspect in deadly Turnpike crash

The parents of 23-year-old Ezekiel Urrutia made an emotional plea to a Broward County judge Thursday, asking that the woman accused of causing the crash that killed their son be held without bond.

Operation Tidal Wave leads to Florida’s largest-ever immigration crackdown

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Miramar on Thursday morning.

Olympians head to Miramar for Grand Slam Track league event

The Grand Slam Track League is back in South Florida this weekend, bringing Olympic star power and some of the fastest athletes on the planet to the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar for a three-day showcase of elite competition.

Authorities investigate after weapons confiscated at 2 Broward schools

Local 10 News has learned that another weapon was found on campus at Miramar High School Tuesday, prompting Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn to schedule a press conference to address growing safety concerns.

2-day job fair event in Miramar this week

Hiring managers and recruiters across South Florida are looking to fill open positions during a two-day job fair event in Miramar.

Student arrested after gun found at Miramar High School, cops say

A student was arrested Monday morning after bringing an unloaded gun onto the campus of Miramar High School, authorities said.

‘Zeke is smiling from heaven’: Woman arrested after Turnpike crash that killed aspiring firefighter

Sunshine Perez appeared to cast a scowl in her mugshot as she was booked into the Miami-Dade jail on a Broward arrest warrant, facing charges in connection with a deadly crash on Florida’s Turnpike in January.

History made as Miramar welcomes first Black Fire Chief

History has been made in the City of Miramar.

Surveillance video shows what Broward prosecutors saw as fatal ‘stand your ground’ shooting

Jaime Taylor and Anthony Souvenir were both fathers of 1-year-old children. They could have talked about what they had in common, but instead, their meeting, recorded on video, ended in tragedy.

Charges dropped against man in Miramar Walgreens fatal shooting

Charges have been dropped against the man who pulled the trigger in a fatal shooting that played out inside a busy Walgreens pharmacy.

Flood advisory in effect for parts of Broward as storms move through South Florida

A cold front moving across South Florida brought waves of heavy rain Tuesday, triggering a flood advisory for parts of Broward County and creating hazardous conditions on the roads during the afternoon commute.

Deputies arrest woman after man who had slapped her at Miami-Dade nightclub ends up dead in Broward, police say

A 29-year-old woman was behind bars Wednesday to face charges for the murder of a Jamaican-American father of two last year in Broward County.

Miramar Fire Rescue: ‘Drug-related’ incident leads to triage of 4 adults at Miramar school

Four adults were “triaged and decontaminated” after a “drug-related” incident at a school in Miramar on Wednesday, first responders confirmed to Local 10 News.

New Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers coming to Miramar

Raising Cane's famed chicken fingers are coming to Miramar later this year.

Fugitive sought while marathoner who served in Air Force needs 24/7 care, wheelchair

Onyxia Delinois went out for a morning run with a group in Broward County and a year later she is still recovering after surviving a hit-and-run driver.

Video shows police responding after victim pistol-whipped outside Miramar convenience store

Police have released body-worn camera footage showing their response to an assault in Miramar.

Crews disassemble plane that crash landed outside elementary school in Miramar

The heavy job of disassembling a small aircraft and hauling it away took several hours Thursday, just one day after the plane made an emergency hard landing on a field adjacent to a Miramar school.

Small plane goes down outside elementary school in Miramar

A small plane went down in a field outside of an elementary school in Miramar early Wednesday afternoon.

‘Unprovoked’: Miramar police seek perp who pistol-whipped man who held door for woman

Family members are seeking justice after a 31-year-old man who they say suffers from mental illness was allegedly assaulted at gunpoint outside a Miramar convenience store.

Warrant: Man killed woman by dragging her into I-95 traffic as FDOT workers saw it unfold live

A 29-year-old convicted felon is now charged in connection with a woman’s death on an Interstate 95 ramp in early December and a newly-obtained arrest warrant reveals that state transportation workers witnessed her murder in real time on traffic cameras.