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Man arrested after iPhone sale turns into armed kidnapping
Police arrested a suspect in Doral on Oct. 12 after an iPhone sale turned into an armed kidnapping and robbery.
Avianca Flight 42 Diverted to Miami After Turbulence Injures Passengers
Avianca Flight 42 was diverted to Miami International Airport on October 9 after severe turbulence injured several passengers, who were subsequently hospitalized.
Rep Nixon to Host Community Chat at Sweetwater's Mi Pueblo
State Rep Angie Nixon will host a campaign‑focused community chat at Sweetwater’s Mi Pueblo on Oct. 11 from 3:00‑4:30 p.m. to connect with Miami‑Dade voters.
Man Hospitalized After Hit‑and‑Run on Northwest 42nd Avenue
A hit‑and‑run on Northwest 42nd Avenue left a man hospitalized, prompting a response from Miami police.
Florida Keeps Shelters Open in Nine Counties After Hurricane Isaias
Florida emergency officials kept shelters operating in nine counties on October 10, 2026, to house residents displaced by Hurricane Isaias.
Bartenders Claim Ultra Bar Skipped Their Pay After Festival
Bartenders at Miami's Ultra bar report not being paid and being falsely accused of theft during a March 2026 festival, claiming the accusations were used to avoid wage payments.
Avianca Flight Diverted to Miami After Severe Turbulence, Passengers Hospitalized
An Avianca flight from Medellín to New York faced severe turbulence on Oct. 9, 2026, was diverted to Miami, and several passengers were hospitalized.
Former Biltmore Hotel Worker Arrested for $8,000 Lobster Theft
A former Biltmore Hotel employee was arrested on Oct. 9, 2026 for allegedly stealing close to 200 lobster tails worth $8,000 from the historic Coral Gables property.
Carbone Miami Worker Detained by ICE Before Honeymoon
ICE detained a Carbone Miami employee at Miami International Airport on October 9, 2026, before the employee's honeymoon flight.
Remnants of Isaias, Rachel Trigger Flood Threats in Appalachia, California
The National Weather Service warned of heavy rain and flood threats on Sunday as the remnants of Isaias and Tropical Storm Rachel moved inland, affecting the Appalachians, mid‑Atlantic and Southern California.
Woman Fatally Stabbed in Tamarac, Suspect Identified
A woman was found dead from stab wounds after a domestic‑violence call in Tamarac on Oct. 9, and a 28‑year‑old suspect was identified.
Hurricane Isaias Weakens Over Florida Panhandle Before Landfall
Hurricane Isaias struck the Florida Panhandle on October 9, 2026 as a Category 3 storm, but jet‑stream wind shear weakened it before landfall.
Broward Animal Society Showcases Adoptable Dog Tootsie on TV
A Broward County Animal Protective Society representative introduced the dog Tootsie for adoption on a local TV segment, encouraging pet adoption.
Publix to Close Multiple South Florida Stores in 2026
Publix will shut down several South Florida stores in 2026 as part of its routine closure of underperforming locations.
One injured in Pompano Beach shooting, bullet holes damage homes
A shooting in Pompano Beach injured one person and damaged homes, and the Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating.
Former Biltmore Hotel worker arrested for $8,000 lobster theft
A former Biltmore Hotel employee was arrested on Oct. 9, 2026, for allegedly stealing nearly 200 lobster tails worth about $8,000. The incident involves the historic Coral Gables hotel.
Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Hit‑and‑Run on State Road 7
A pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit‑and‑run on State Road 7 in Lauderhill, prompting a police investigation as the driver fled the scene.
ICE Detains Carbone Miami Employee at Airport Before Honeymoon
On October 9, 2026, ICE detained a Carbone Miami employee at Miami International Airport prior to a honeymoon flight, with the employee’s spouse present.
Florida Governor Cancels Execution by Withdrawing Death Warrant
Governor Ron DeSantis withdrew a death warrant on Friday, canceling a scheduled execution in Miami. It is the first time he has taken this step while leading Florida, which operates the country's busiest death chamber.
