The USDA approved Florida's plan to ban SNAP purchases of certain junk foods, including soda and candy, starting in 2026 as part of a health initiative, facing criticism over enforcement and potential stigma.

Authorities are searching for Kalip White, a 16-year-old boy missing from Lauderdale Lakes and last seen near Northwest 39th Avenue. The public is urged to provide any information to help find him.

Delray Beach issued a boil water notice due to a water main break, affecting several addresses and requiring water to be boiled before use until further notice.

Ex-Miami-Dade commissioner Joe Martinez's request for a new trial after his corruption conviction was denied by a judge, with his defense planning an appeal.

Three individuals in South Florida were sentenced for a drug distribution scheme, pleading guilty to conspiring to distribute methamphetamine, fentanyl, and synthetic opioids called nitazenes.

KONRO, a Michelin-starred restaurant in West Palm Beach, shut down after chef Jacob Bickelhaupt's arrest, involving charges of domestic violence, attempted murder, and witness tampering.

An electric scooter rider died in Miami Beach after colliding with a car; police are investigating the incident.

Leland Kevin Broome was arrested for stealing drinks, hot dogs, and a YETI cooler from a Key Largo residence, caught on the homeowner’s security footage.

An undocumented man was arrested in Florida on child exploitation charges, involving the possession and distribution of abusive material, including that of animal abuse.

Palm Beach County addresses traffic issues from Northlake Blvd & Beeline Hwy closure due to CSX track work, adjusting signals and providing real-time updates online.

Miami Police searches for missing autistic man, Wilber Daniel Vado, in Little Havana. He's non-verbal, has epilepsy, and was last seen in a gray T-shirt and shorts. Public assistance is requested.

Florida's DOGE is scrutinizing Miami-Dade County's finances, prompting Mayor Levine Cava to emphasize her commitment to transparency and fiscal accountability, while cautioning against state overreach and political theater.

Karen Shovali has been named the 2024 Civilian of the Year by the Margate Police Department for her commitment to police accountability and transparency.