John Prince Park hosts the Heart & Paws Celebration on May 17, focusing on pet adoption, family health, and community engagement with free activities.

Davie partners with BCCMA to offer scholarships for students in Public Administration and related fields, with a June 6, 2025 deadline for applications.

A fire in a Miami Gardens home resulted in two fatalities. Initial reports suggest a gas explosion might be the cause. An ongoing investigation is seeking to determine the exact events leading to the tragedy.

Miami-Dade Mayor announced winners of a challenge to improve PortMiami's cargo operations, with four firms piloting AI and analytics technologies for efficiency.

Miami-Dade County promotes Fertilizer Awareness Week, restricting nitrogen and phosphorus from May 15 to October 31 to protect Biscayne Bay from nutrient pollution and algal blooms.

A judge denied bond for Damien Allen, accused of planning mass shootings and interacting with a teen school shooter, citing the alarmingly sophisticated nature of his alleged activities and arsenal.

A 67-year-old Jupiter man won $1 million from a $5 scratch-off lottery ticket and chose a $605,016 lump-sum payout. The ticket was bought at Stop N Shop Food in Tequesta, which earned a $2,000 commission.

An Amazon delivery driver in Miami-Dade was arrested for stealing packages and dumping empty boxes, additionally charged with littering and possession of meth.

Ex-NFL star Jason Pierre-Paul reported his $400,000 Richard Mille watch stolen at a Hollywood F1 event. He had been at DAER nightclub when it happened.

The Pembroke Pines Charter School Foundation extended their raffle for a 4-year Florida Prepaid College Plan scholarship until May 14. Tickets are $100, with the draw on May 21, available to Florida residents up to age 21.

Zoo Miami's gorillas Shango and Barney are moving to Brookfield Zoo, Chicago, after undergoing medical checks ensuring their health for the transition.

Miami renamed a street "Luther Campbell Way" to honor the local music icon and community advocate, emphasizing his influence, free speech defense, and contributions to the city.

Palm Beach County installs a life-saving ring buoy station at South Inlet Park to honor Aden Perry, who died trying to save a driver from a lake in 2022.