Lionel Messi came off the bench to convert a 70th-minute penalty and send Inter Miami to a 2-1 friendly win in Bayamón, Puerto Rico.

A Fort Lauderdale roofing executive admitted in federal court to taking part in a scheme prosecutors say funneled more than $3.5M through rigged bids on commercial projects.

One driver was killed and another critically injured after two tow trucks collided Monday near Biscayne Drive and Old Dixie Highway in Leisure City. Dashcam and aerial footage are part of an active traffic‑homicide probe.

A Miami judge set Antonio Brown’s attempted‑murder trial for Jan. 11, 2027, in a case tied to a May 2025 shooting outside a Little Haiti boxing event. A June hearing will address his 'stand your ground' defense.

Mandarin Oriental and Great Gulf announced a 31‑story, 87‑unit luxury residences tower on North Flagler Drive, designed by Safdie Architects and aimed to open in 2031. The project brings resort amenities and branded service to the Intracoastal waterfront.

A 27‑year‑old pitcher was arrested in Hialeah after deputies say a search of his home turned up suspected cocaine, firearms and cash. He faces armed‑trafficking charges.

A familial DNA search and new lab testing led Broward detectives to arrest a Coral Springs man in a 2015 Tamarac abduction and sexual-battery case; a second suspect remains unidentified.

Miami Slice is opening a Coconut Grove shop at the former Harry’s Pizzeria site. Signage is up but an opening date has not been announced.

Deputy Leo Cantave attended the arraignment of the man accused of striking him on Florida's Turnpike. The driver pleaded not guilty to DUI and reckless-driving counts.

Progressive is returning excess profits to Florida auto policyholders who had coverage on Dec. 31, 2025; average rebates are near $300 and will arrive automatically in early 2026.

Pompano Beach has launched a feasibility review into forming its own police force after BSO contract costs jumped and neighboring cities moved to split. Consultants and public meetings are planned.

Former Plantation mayor Lynn Stoner pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 12 months of probation with adjudication withheld after prosecutors said she tried to help a developer. The case stemmed from an OIG probe into a false city letter and other actions while she was in office.

Philly bagel chain Bagels & Co. filed permits for a Cypress Creek shop at 957 E Cypress Creek Rd. The brand is expanding across Florida with bold schmears and sandwiches.