Miami-Dade Deputy Shoots Armed Teen Suspected in Homestead Carjacking, Two Others Detained
In Homestead, FL, a deputy shot a teen following an armed carjacking and chase. The suspects, found to be teens, were pursued by deputies, resulting in one being shot and two arrested. No community members or deputies were otherwise hurt.
Two Dead, Two Seriously Injured After Wrong-Way Collisions on Florida Turnpike in SW Miami-Dade
Two people died and two were injured in wrong-way collisions on the Florida Turnpike in Southwest Miami-Dade. A blue Honda collided with a silver Toyota, followed by a white Toyota crashing into the scene.
Early Morning Fire Displaces Three in Deerfield Beach, Red Cross Offers Support
Broward Fire Rescue crews extinguished an early morning residential fire in Deerfield Beach; three residents were displaced, but no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal's Office.
Palm Beach School Officer Rescues Baby Raccoon from Drain During Morning Drop-Off
A 6-week-old raccoon was rescued from a gutter drain at Roosevelt Middle School after Officer Cody Brown of the Palm Beach Schools Police Department acted quickly during morning drop-off. CBS12 reported that the raccoon was safely freed and later taken to a wildlife shelter for care and rehydration, where it is now recovering.
Miami-Dade Goes Green, Celebrating Recycling Awareness with Free Events Throughout November
Miami-Dade County celebrates America Recycles Day with a month-long series of events to promote recycling and sustainability, including a shredding and chemical disposal event, and educational activities at local events.












