Lake Worth Beach held its annual Fourth of July Great American Raft Race, with homemade floats and neighborhood teams competing in a festive display of community spirit.

Miami's weekend weather includes sun, thunderstorms, high near 89°F, heat index up to 100, and 60% chance of rain, as per the National Weather Service.

Pompano Beach will host its Free Tree Giveaway on July 12 and 19, offering residents up to two trees each to support local green initiatives. Proof of residency is required.

Broward County is constructing a new 900-foot privacy wall along Sistrunk Boulevard starting July 7, 2025, with completion expected by September 2025.

Miami Police Department seeks help locating missing 67-year-old Carlos Palma Vidal from downtown Miami since June 26. He was last seen wearing a green shirt, is 5'7", weighs 130 pounds. Contact SVU with any information.

The Coast Guard Sector Miami stopped three illegal charters near the Julia Tuttle Causeway for safety violations and noncompliance with federal orders.

FDOT is launching the "Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow" safety campaign in Miami-Dade and Monroe, focusing on pedestrian and cyclist safety, with a virtual kickoff meeting on July 16, 2025.

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department's new animal crimes unit benefits from Dexter's Law, rescuing neglected dogs and advancing efforts to combat animal cruelty.

Miami-Dade's Animal Services has introduced the Wellness on Wheels Mobile Veterinary Clinic to provide free essential wellness services to pets in underserved areas.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue is set to graduate 46 new firefighters in a ceremony at their training facility in Doral, Florida, with Fire Chief Ray Jadallah officiating.

A man in Hollywood was arrested for destroying two sea turtle nests, an act witnessed and reported, leading to his arrest during sea turtle nesting season.

Miami-Dade's Mayor announced a restructure making the Division of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) its own entity, aiming to improve efficiency and align with resilience efforts.

Davie prepares for Independence Day with altered hours for parks and facilities, while maintaining regular transportation and waste services, and emphasizing firework safety.