New law expands Florida swimming voucher program
New law expands the age range of eligible children for free swimming classes, from four years and younger to between ages one and seven.
Rainy stretch continues in South Florida
The result has been frequent showers, thunderstorms, periods of heavy rainfall, and localized flooding concerns from Broward to Miami-Dade and throughout the…
Estimated taxable value in Miami-Dade for 2026 hits $540.7B, report says
According to the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County, a report released on Tuesday showed the taxable values in Miami-Dade grew at an estimated rate of 5.5%…
Driver arrested in Florida beach DUI crash that killed toll booth worker, sheriff says
A woman who was allegedly drunk when she drove her truck through a Florida toll booth, killing the attendant before ending up in the ocean has been charged in…
2nd woman arrested after being accused of operating illegal assisted living facility in Miami
Kerri Smith, 38, is facing several charges, including organized fraud, operating an assisted living facility without a license and illegal disposal of hazardous…
Reggae artist Buju Banton to perform in Tamarac for Caribbean American Heritage Month
The festival will take place on Saturday at 6 p.m. at the Tamarac Sport Complex.
Motorcyclist who crashed into hearse outside NW Miami-Dade mortuary dies, deputies say
A motorcyclist who crashed into a hearse outside a mortuary in northwest Miami-Dade has died, officials said.
Video shows Florida officers rescue woman from burning house during arson call
Dramatic new body camera video shows Florida officers entering a burning home to rescue a woman who became trapped after another woman intentionally set the…
Miami-Dade teacher accused of sexual relationship with girl, 17, given house arrest
Michael Enriquez, 53, is facing charges including unlawful sexual activity with a specified minor, lewd and lascivious touching, and offenses against students…
New Zealand World Cup player finds social media fame after being touted by soccer influencer
El Scarso, a soccer influencer also known as Valen Scarsini, identified Payne as the least-known player at the World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico…
Bus driver arrested after boy, 6, fell asleep during ride, was found wandering, cops say
A Miami-Dade bus driver was arrested after a 6-year-old boy fell asleep while riding to school and was later found wandering alone, authorities said.