A Brazilian man was arrested for aiming a laser at aircraft near Miami International Airport, charged with misuse of a laser device. He appeared in court, where the judge set his bond at $1,500.

A 60-year-old electric scooter rider died on Christmas Day after being hit by a car in Dania Beach on December 22. The driver attempted to swerve but collided with the scooter, and the incident remains under investigation.

The City of Pembroke Pines is hosting the 2025 Kindness Initiative Event to promote mental health and kindness on February 1, 2025, featuring activities, entertainment, and an arts and crafts session.

The City of Fort Lauderdale has issued an advisory to avoid water activities in Las Olas Isles and parts of the New River due to wastewater contamination.

The Broward County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help to find 72-year-old Kathy Williams with memory loss, last seen in Central Broward near Fort Lauderdale.

Port St. Lucie Police are searching for missing endangered adult Moises D’Angulo Caraballo last seen Monday night in a black SUV. Public assistance is requested.

West Palm Beach Police delivered meals to homebound seniors and families on Christmas, with community volunteers joining in the holiday initiative aimed at providing for those in need.

Sylvester Stallone withdrew his plan to build a seaweed barrier in Palm Beach after facing opposition from locals concerned with environmental and navigational impacts.

Two Miami-Dade Police officers collided on their way to a call, leading to a temporary road closure and an ongoing investigation into the crash. The officers are in stable condition.

The Park West Metromover Station in Miami will close on January 6 for around six months for renovations related to the Miami World Center project, involving safety and aesthetic improvements. Nearby stations will remain accessible.

Authorities are searching for Porshae Thompson, a missing 14-year-old girl, last seen in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, and appeal to the public for assistance.

The principal of Wynnebrook Elementary was arrested for DUI in Boynton Beach after tailing a man to a police station. She was found disoriented and failed sobriety tests.

The Container Store files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy but intends to keep stores open, as it plans a reorganization aiming for a swift emergence from bankruptcy.