Lionel Messi won his eighth FIFA Best Men's Player award, while Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's title. Messi's impact at Inter Miami and in MLS was highlighted as a key factor in his win.

A driver was trapped and critically injured after a car collided with a tractor-trailer in Miami Lakes; rescue crews freed him by removing the car's roof.

The Henry E. Kinney Tunnel in Fort Lauderdale is closed for upgrades, affecting US1 traffic and prompting officials to advise using alternative routes.

Miami's Liberty City hosted the 47th MLK Day Parade in remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr., featuring community figures, first responders, and entertainers.

Miami is set to experience a cold snap after a warm Tuesday, with temperatures potentially reaching mid-80s but then dropping to the low-60s by Wednesday morning and possibly the 50s by Sunday.

The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Miami Dolphins 26-7 in the NFL playoffs in one of the coldest games in league history, with Patrick Mahomes leading the charge.

A man was fatally shot in Lake Worth Beach, with the incident under investigation as a homicide by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. No suspects or motives are known yet. Witnesses are urged to contact authorities.

Miami-Dade Police implement a strict crackdown on illegal ATV and dirt bike activities during the MLK weekend, leading to nearly 150 arrests and numerous citations and vehicle impoundments.

A teen shot at Miami Northwestern Senior High has become responsive after a basketball game incident, which led to increased school security and raised community concerns. A minor was arrested, and a separate nearby shooting occurred the same night.

Former officer Bethany Guerriero faces a federal lawsuit for drawing her gun on an unarmed 911 caller, Ryan Gould, resulting in claims of civil rights violations.

Ex-Hialeah officer Rafael Otano was sentenced to 66 months for kidnapping a homeless man. Despite his family's pleas, the judge remained firm, referencing attempts to terrorize the victim and cover-ups. The conviction is being appealed.

A 14-year-old student was shot and critically injured near Northwestern Senior High School in Miami after a basketball game; a second victim was shot at Miami Central High School's lot.

Miami-Dade County residents will see a 35% reduction in flood insurance premiums, with an upgrade in the CRS ranking, resulting in an annual $12 million in savings.