A Port St. Lucie man was arrested for fatally shooting his father during a dispute, possibly over dog walking responsibilities. Neighbors were shocked, and the son may claim self-defense.

Florida AG James Uthmeier defends his part-time teaching role at the University of Florida law school, which adds $100,000 to his salary amidst state fiscal scrutiny.

Miami and state prosecutors announced coordinated enforcement, hotlines and outreach to counter human trafficking tied to the 2026 World Cup in Miami. Authorities say undercover operations and community training will run through match weeks.

A driver struck two pedestrians at a Hollywood shopping center Wednesday night; one person died and another was hospitalized, police say.

Permit filings show Beignets & Brew is headed to the Polo Shoppes in Boca Raton, bringing New Orleans‑style beignets and specialty coffee to Champion Boulevard.

A new Florida Senate bill would let high school head coaches use personal funds for meals, rides and recovery — capped, reported and barred from recruiting. The measure is tied to Teddy Bridgewater’s suspension.

Palm Beach State College receives a $4.95 million grant from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to establish a workforce program in computing and quantum technologies.

Davie and the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs will display the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Moving Wall from April 24-26, 2026, at Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, offering free 24-hour public access.

Fort Lauderdale's SE 17th Street Causeway Bridge adopts a new weekday opening schedule to reduce peak hour traffic.

Dubai‑born GAIA will open in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth in March, bringing an ice market, charcoal‑grilled fish and a late‑night NYX lounge led by chef Izu Ani.

A pre‑application seeks county review for NOMI 7|90: a 19‑story, 480‑unit Live Local Act project on NW 7th Avenue that would set aside hundreds of workforce units.

Deputies closed SW 152nd Avenue in Kendall West after reports of a shooting; at least one person was taken to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital.

Miami Dade College's trustees approved six charter applications, shifting oversight from the elected school board to a college-run authorizer and raising legal questions.