Florida remains a top-10 business state, but CNBC’s latest rankings expose serious trouble in infrastructure, permitting and quality of life.

Miami‑Dade deputies arrested 34 registered sex offenders in a countywide sweep tied to the U.S. Marshals‑led Operation Adam’s Watch. The arrests targeted registry noncompliance.

Hallandale Beach police cordoned off part of a commercial area Tuesday while detectives investigated a shooting. Details remain limited as investigators canvassed the scene.

Griffin Conine’s walk‑off single capped a three‑run ninth to end Miami’s franchise‑record 12‑game skid in an 8‑7 win over the Phillies.

A Brightline train struck a vehicle Monday morning on Fort Lauderdale tracks; video surfaced and officials have released few details. More information is expected.

NWS Miami issued a special weather statement for Boca Raton, Boynton Beach and Delray Beach through 4:00 PM EDT, warning pea‑size hail and gusts up to 55 mph.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday afternoon with heavy downpours and localized flooding. Heat‑index values will top 100°F.

Inter Miami forward Germán Berterame was stretchered and taken to hospital after a head collision in Montreal. Coach Guillermo Hoyos says he is conscious and recovering.

The YMCA and Related Group brought free swim lessons, safety gear and backpacks to Cutler Bay as part of a county effort to prevent child drownings.

A man known as “Big Baby” was arrested after deputies say he pulled a gun on and stabbed a disabled 72-year-old in West Perrine; he faces armed robbery and aggravated battery charges.

Ky‑Mani Marley will headline Miramar’s free Emancipendence Ole Time Fair on Aug. 1, with a recreated Kingston market, food vendors and family-friendly performances.

A Miami forecast office's social post shows a Special Marine Warning was issued at 8:05 p.m. and logged minutes later. Boaters should heed shelter guidance and NOAA alerts.

A 3‑year‑old is in critical condition after getting their head stuck in a play kitchen at a babysitter’s home in Boynton Beach; police are investigating.