Miami-Dade County Commissioners approved a $13 billion budget for FY 2025-26 after a late-night session, maintaining property tax but raising trash and water fees. Public transit fees are unchanged, and some charity grants were preserved.

Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is searching for Carlos Rodriguez Heredia, 54, missing since Monday, last seen on SW 186th Terrace. Public's help is sought.

Homestead launched "Ready Homestead," an emergency notification system for various threats, ahead of hurricane season, urging sign-ups for timely alerts.

Fruit & Spice Park partners with GMCVB to promote tourism; Adventure Day event on September 20 marks the collaboration with activities and local officials' speeches.

Miami-Dade County Parks transforms parking spots into mini parks for Park(ing) Day event, encouraging tactical urbanism in Miami from 9 a.m to 12 p.m. at SW 1st Ave and SW 10th St.

A chronically ill dolphin died at Miami Seaquarium, amidst concerns over the park's animal care and its financial struggles after The Dolphin Company's bankruptcy declaration.

North Miami is set to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the theme "Lazos Familiares," offering diverse free events like Zumba, bilingual storytime, and "Jazz at MOCA," from September 6 to October 11, 2025.

A 10-week-old puppy named Pebbles was stolen from the Humane Society of Broward County. Pebbles was recovering from illness and was taken by an individual who is being sought by the shelter.

A 14-year-old was arrested for making hoax "swatting" calls to a high school in Pembroke Pines, leading to police response and charges of false reporting and disruption.

Broward County announces a decrease in property tax rate for FY26, aligning with a balanced $8.8 billion budget, despite making cuts to address an $80 million deficit.

Miami seafood executive Dennis Dopico pleaded guilty to price-fixing conspiracy, affecting stone crab and spiny lobster prices, with an ongoing investigation by the Justice Department.

West Broward High School's band has been invited to the 2027 London New Year's Day Parade for their musical excellence. The community plans to fundraise for the trip.

Palm Beach County's OEBO has rebranded to the Office of Small Business Development, with Axel Miranda leading, focusing on supporting local entrepreneurs and small business growth.