Daverta Jenkins, a Florida mother, was arrested for leaving her three kids alone for 35 hours to party. The eldest sought help from a neighbor. Jenkins admitted to using drugs and has been banned from contacting her kids without approval.

A car crashed into a gas station pump in Palm Springs, sparking a fire that was quickly extinguished. The driver declined medical care, and the incident is under investigation.

Police in Fort Lauderdale report a rise in car thefts due to a social media trend teaching USB cable break-ins, as incidents continue and security measures are being implemented.

Former Miami-Dade School Board member Lubby Navarro was arrested on allegations of misusing school funds. The arrest follows a state attorney investigation into potential public corruption.

Florida's nursing shortage is easing, with a 38% drop in turnover and vacancies, outpacing national trends. The state projects further reduction by 2030 despite growing healthcare demands.

A Cessna 441 made a safe emergency landing at Fort Lauderdale Airport due to faulty landing gear; all six aboard were unharmed.

Miami's weather forecast includes fluctuating rain and thunderstorm chances, with temperatures around 77-80 degrees and mostly cloudy skies throughout the week.

The Arts Garage in Delray Beach, a cultural hub for diverse programs, is gaining attention for its inclusive events and exhibitions under a parking structure.

A $5.2 million yacht experienced bilge pump failure off Fort Lauderdale, leading to its partial submersion. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue and others refloated it with no injuries reported.

The Broward Public Defender’s Office is urging for improved mental health care in jails after two recent inmate deaths, emphasizing the need for reforms and outside oversight.

Two teenagers were arrested in Fort Lauderdale for allegedly stealing a Kia Optima with a USB cable, reflecting a rising trend in auto theft techniques.

A burst pipe caused significant damage to Miami Beach's Burleigh House Condominium, affecting elevators and raising concerns over the building's maintenance and financial transparency.

Battery charges against Opa-locka Police Captain Sergio Perez were dropped following new evidence, despite his contentious past and ongoing legal issues.