PortMiami's Cruise Terminal G expansion breaks ground on January 8, with Miami-Dade County Mayor and other officials attending, aiming to accommodate larger ships and enhance passenger experience by 2027.

The Palm Beach County Board of Commissioners marked January 19, 2026, as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting on his legacy and impact on justice and peace.

Fort Lauderdale launches Operation Fast and Furious to curb aggressive driving, funded by a $51,000 FDOT grant. The initiative includes increased enforcement and public education in three languages.

A Miami-Dade landlord was arrested for attacking his tenant with a hammer during a parking dispute, causing the victim injuries. He faces aggravated battery charges.

Palm Beach County invests $1 billion in Israel Bonds, aiming for safety, liquidity, and returns, not politics, according to Clerk & Comptroller Mike Caruso.

A woman, 75, impersonated a cop and pulled a Taser during a racial dispute at a Florida Walmart. She was charged with assault and impersonating an officer.

Miami's weather forecast promises a sunny week with highs around 80 degrees, calming to mid-upper 60s at night, and a slight chance of showers over the weekend.

A Hialeah man, Jose Manuel Gonzalez, was charged with kidnapping and domestic battery involving his girlfriend's purported abduction. He was denied bond and the victim was found unharmed.

A man was pistol-whipped and his French bulldog stolen in Miramar; police responded to gunfire and found shell casings, but no arrests yet. The dog was later recovered.

Margate Police are intensifying their search for Vanessa Parisien, 25, missing since just before Christmas. She's described as endangered, with black hair and eyes, 5'4", and 120 lbs. Public assistance is urged.

North Palm Beach Village Councilmember Kristin Garrison has passed away, her service legacy recalled by colleagues.

A water main break in Hollywood disrupted water service and led to a boil water advisory for nine homes; repairs are ongoing with a temporary fix in place.

Miami starts its Friday sunny with temperatures rising from a cool morning to a high of 74°F, according to the National Weather Service, and a comfortable evening around 60°F. Warm, sunny conditions are expected to continue into the week.