Boynton Beach is offering a free vegetation amnesty period from May 5-9 for residents to dispose of unlimited green waste to prepare for hurricane season.

Fort Lauderdale's 17th Street Bridge will have single-lane closures for water-blasting bicycle lane maintenance starting Sunday, March 30, 2025. Commuters should expect delays.

Fort Lauderdale announces a road closure at 925 SW 2nd Ct. for sewer work from April 2-14, with detours via SW 9th Ave, W Las Olas Blvd, and SW 10th Ave.

A pedestrian was hit by a Brightline train in St. Lucie County; their condition is unknown. An investigation is underway, and the incident adds to the existing safety concerns regarding the high-speed rail service.

Zachary Kameron Ramyard, 23, has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for defrauding California’s unemployment system of over $4 million. He and his co-conspirators exploited pandemic-related benefits and used stolen personal information to submit false claims. Ramyard must also pay over $1.2 million in restitution.

Miami faces breezy conditions with a slight chance of showers and mostly sunny skies, a high near 80 degrees, a small craft advisory, and a high risk of rip currents. The weekend may bring higher humidity, storms, and a steady chance of rain.

Dwyarrn Burton, a 32-year-old homeless man, was arrested for engaging in lewd conduct in front of children at a Burger King play area in North Lauderdale. He faces several charges, including exposure and lewd exhibition, with a bond set at $320,000. Burton has a history of similar offenses in Massachusetts.

Miami-Dade man Wilson Munoz Suarez arrested for posing as a cosmetic surgeon, botching a surgery, and resisting arrest when discovered by authorities.

A man was fatally shot in West Palm Beach, with PBSO responding and the Violent Crimes Division investigating the targeted attack. No suspect has been apprehended; the public's help is sought.

Miami-Dade County's plan aims to increase urban tree canopy to 30%, improving resilience and well-being, with Mayor Levine Cava emphasizing community, sustainability, and greener future initiatives.

The Florida House passed "Lucy's Law," a bill enhancing boater safety, after a fatal accident involving teenager Lucy Fernandez. The bill mandates education and increases penalties for reckless boating.

Miami forecasts a rain-free period with gusty winds and temperatures up to 81°F, elevated rip current risks, and increasing humidity and rain chances over the weekend.

Miami-Dade is changing curbside recycling schedules starting April 1, 2025, to improve services for around 119,000 customers north of SW 88th Street, incorporating GPS and video tech to reduce contamination.