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A Miramar police chief lauded a 13-year-old girl for defending herself against an attempted kidnapping on Oct. 22, 2026. The department issued a public commendation for her successful resistance.
A malicious actor accessed Florida’s driver‑license databases in September 2026, following a recent data leak.
Stephen Hubbard was freed from a Russian jail and flown back to the US after President Donald Trump made a personal appeal to Russian authorities on October 22, 2026. The president’s direct request led to his release.
A high tide cycle with rain and strong winds is expected in South Florida on October 24‑25, 2026, creating intense surf and worsening weather conditions.
A 68-year-old Brazilian doctor, arrested in August for alleged luggage theft at Miami International Airport, has had the criminal charges against him dismissed.
Miami officials approved a lease for office space in Little Haiti that seems vacant, even after a jury confirmed Fabian Basabe's sexual misconduct, raising concerns about misuse of taxpayer money.
Firefighters responded to a blaze that broke out at a junkyard in northwest Miami-Dade, involving a converted trailer and a box truck. The rapid response was driven by the combustible materials commonly stored at such sites.
Police found the missing 19-year-old who left South Florida State Hospital on Monday, concluding the search with his safe recovery.
North Miami Mayor Alix Desulme will appeal a judge's ruling that disqualified him from the Nov. 3 municipal election, keeping his eligibility in question.
The commission delayed its vote on moving Regional 911 oversight from the sheriff's office to county control. The system has long been run by the sheriff's office.
South Florida’s forecast for Oct 19‑23 brings breezy, mid‑70s to mid‑80s °F weather and lower humidity following a windy, high‑risk weekend.
Hakeem Jeffries and Eliott Rodriguez’s visit to a Miami Cuban bakery was publicized in a video, leading to social‑media criticism and statements from the businesses involved.
A Florida judge issued an arrest warrant on Oct. 19, 2026, charging former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with conspiracy to commit first-degree murder for his alleged role in the 1996 shootdown of two humanitarian planes.
Lauderhill officer Brian Sguros was arrested on Oct. 20, 2026, for illegally occupying a deceased resident’s home and using their identification, after a family complaint sparked an investigation that began on May 27.
Governor Ron DeSantis proposed legalizing the Tesla Roadster flying car in Florida, noting it could serve as a golf‑cart alternative despite production not beginning until 2028.
A Florida judge signed an arrest warrant charging former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with conspiracy to commit first-degree murder for the 1996 shootdown of two Brothers to the Rescue planes.
Early voting started on Oct. 19 in Miami‑Dade, Broward and Monroe counties using 73 voting centers, while participants expressed worries about the economy and cost of living.
South Florida will experience drier, more comfortable weather and less rain from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21 after a weekend cold front.
A motorcyclist was critically injured in a crash at Northwest 57th Avenue and Miami Lakes Drive and was airlifted to a trauma center. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and fire rescue responded to the incident.
A person was injured in a hit‑and‑run outside a North Miami Walgreens on October 18 and was hospitalized; police are investigating with no arrests made.
