A Miami‑area informant who helped expose a $1.2B PDVSA laundering scheme says the U.S. promised payment and green cards — but never delivered.

An 83-year-old Miami grandfather enrolled in a catheter-based clinical trial that delivered chemo straight to his tumor. The targeted approach stabilized his cancer and returned his energy.

Surveillance video reportedly shows a Homestead father striking his 4‑year‑old autistic son for roughly 25 minutes; the father was arrested and charged. Authorities say the child suffered visible injuries.

A waterspout was observed off Miami Beach early Saturday and was acknowledged by NWS Miami. Observers shared photos while forecasters review spotter reports.

FIU named Daniel Z. Epstein interim dean of its College of Law effective Aug. 1, 2026 — a controversial pick after a federal judge previously sanctioned him in a separate case. Faculty critics say the selection raises questions about politics and the search process.

A Palm Beach County jury on Friday cleared Carl Jean‑Francois of first‑degree murder in the 2023 Boynton Beach shooting after a five‑day trial. The case returned to court in West Palm Beach and ended with a not‑guilty verdict.

AT&T has begun notifying Florida customers that copper landlines will be retired; filings list Nov. 15, 2026 as an earliest discontinuance and replacement options are being offered.

A stolen vehicle set off a chase across Hallandale Beach, Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale Thursday evening. Police say the suspect remained at large as investigators worked the scene.

Muggy start this morning with spotty coastal showers; highs near 89°F and heat index topping 100°F later today.

A Miami woman was arrested after deputies say she attacked a 65+ passenger who asked her to move a purse on a Miami-Dade Transit bus.

Miami Spice returns August 1–September 30 for its 25th year with a new $95 Reserve tier and hundreds of participating restaurants across Greater Miami.

A man was critically wounded in a shooting on NW 10th Terrace; police say detectives are investigating and no arrests were reported.

A Miami‑Dade couple says a mobile surgeon operated on their Cane Corso's left shoulder instead of the right, triggering a malpractice suit and state complaints. The case raises safety questions about mobile veterinary surgery in South Florida.