Police Locate Missing 19-Year-Old in Pembroke Pines
Police found the missing 19-year-old who left South Florida State Hospital on Monday, concluding the search with his safe recovery.
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North Miami mayor to appeal disqualification ruling before Nov. 3 election
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.
Broward Commission Delays Vote on 911 Oversight Transfer
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 enjoys breezy, mild weather with lower humidity
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.
Democratic Leaders Face Backlash After Miami Bakery Visit
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.
Florida Judge Issues Arrest Warrant for Raúl Castro
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 Charged with Misusing Deceased Resident’s Identity
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.
Florida Governor Proposes Legalizing Tesla Roadster Flying Car
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.
Florida Judge Issues Arrest Warrant for Raúl Castro
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 Begins in Three South Florida Counties Amid Cost‑of‑Living Concerns
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.
Drier Air Moves In Over South Florida, Limiting Rain
South Florida will experience drier, more comfortable weather and less rain from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21 after a weekend cold front.
Motorcyclist Airlifted to Hospital After Early‑Morning Miami Lakes Crash
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.
Person Hospitalized After North Miami Hit‑and‑Run
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.
Excavator Strike Causes Gas Leak, Residents Return After Two Days
An excavator hit a gas pipeline near the Turnpike on Oct. 16, prompting evacuations; after two days of repairs, officials cleared the leak and residents were allowed back home.
Flash Flood Warning for Broward County Ends
A flash flood warning covering several Broward County communities expired at 5:15 PM EDT on October 17, 2026 after rain showers triggered the alert earlier in the day.
Surfer Rescued After Rough Waters at South Pointe Park Pier
A surfer was rescued from rough surf at South Pointe Park Pier after a bystander alerted authorities. The area is known for sudden hazardous conditions.
28-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Shooting Man in Groin
A 28-year-old woman was arrested for shooting a man in the groin during a family dispute, claiming he had hit her mother.
Congressional Candidate Elijah Manley Arrested on Facebook Threats
Congressional candidate Elijah Manley was arrested on August 21, 2026, for two counts of intimidation related to threatening Facebook posts.
South Florida School Leaders Hepburn and Villalobos
Howard Hepburn and Rafael Villalobos are the superintendents of Broward and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the largest districts in South Florida.
Rain and Wind Disrupt South Florida Weekend Events
Rain and wind on Saturday night disrupted events at Hard Rock Stadium and the Three Points festival in Wynwood, impacting fans and attendees.
