Juan Francisco Ramirez pled guilty to a fraud scheme at Nodus International Bank costing millions, leading to its collapse. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a forfeiture of $13.6 million.

A Miami federal grand jury indicted five men for a $1.5 million refund fraud and money laundering scheme involving a "split-tender" method across U.S. retail chains.

South Florida volunteers collected over 4,000 pounds of trash during the 40th International Coastal Cleanup, highlighting global environmental concerns.

New monthly event "Beats and Bites" in Pembroke Pines features live music and food trucks, themed around different musical decades on Thursday nights.

Vero Beach Police are seeking two men for a $3,100 scam at Walmart involving wire transfers and cashier distraction. Descriptions of the suspects have been circulated, and the public is urged to provide leads.

Police in Plantation, FL, are searching for a missing 15-year-old boy, Robert Minott, last seen Saturday afternoon. Community assistance is requested.

An assistant football coach at Blanche Ely High School was arrested on child abuse charges after an incident during practice where he allegedly struck students.

A shooting in Tamarac, FL, injured a woman; a man barricaded himself in a house, with police attempting to coax him out. The homeowner expressed regret for not vetting the renter more thoroughly.

Miami's weather forecast includes dry mornings and stormy afternoons, with temperatures reaching near 90°F and a 50% chance of afternoon showers. Drier air is expected soon, while three tropical systems are active but not threatening South Florida.

West Palm Beach announces the Evergreen Cemetery Preservation and Enhancement Project to restore and honor the historical site, reflecting the city's commitment to its cultural heritage.

Miami man faces new charges for possessing over 100 files of child and animal sexual abuse material, following an initial arrest for sexual battery of a minor.

Florida launched a portal for reporting violent threats, spurred by Charlie Kirk's assassination. Attorney General Uthmeier emphasized its preventative role and warned of actions against educators creating an unsafe environment.

A fire on the second floor of a Miami Beach hostel led to an emergency evacuation, with no injuries reported. The American Red Cross is aiding the 98 displaced guests. The cause is under investigation.