A large alligator surprised residents in a Westchester neighborhood, leading to its capture by wildlife officers after viral video footage spread online.

A major fire collapsed an abandoned building in Coral Springs, once a key facility for Heron Bay's defunct golf course, with the cause under investigation.

Police arrested Vladimir Demidovich for allegedly breaking into Golden Beach homes while nude; his bond was set at $15,000. A separate incident involved an abandoned clubhouse in Coral Springs catching fire, with the cause under investigation.

A surveillance video shows a gunman firing over 24 rounds into a Lauderdale Lakes home; authorities seek information on the shooter. No serious injuries were reported.

Miami-Dade County assures residents that trash and recycling services will continue on New Year's Day, while administrative offices close. Disposal facilities remain open with regular hours.

Protestors gathered at a Florida detention center on Christmas to support migrants and criticize ICE and Trump's immigration policies, echoing a larger online movement and planning future demonstrations.

Miami is forecasted to have sunny weather with highs above 80°F and cooler evenings in the 60s, but a cold front might bring temperatures down for New Year's.

Fort Lauderdale hosts a free New Year's Eve street festival featuring a performance by Phillip Phillips, activities for all ages, and a midnight anchor drop.

Christopher Pike was arrested after breaking into a Miami Beach Jewish deli, causing damage and facing charges.

Miami-Dade urges Florida City voters to prepare for upcoming elections on January 27, 2026, with registration ending December 29, 2025, and Vote-by-Mail request deadline on January 15, 2026.

The Allapattah Branch Library in Miami is closing on December 31, 2025, for a construction project to develop Dulce Vida Apartments and include a new library.

TIGO Guatemala paid over $118 million to resolve bribery charges involving government officials, per DOJ. They admitted to FCPA violations under a DPA with the Southern District of Florida.

Zoo Miami closed and evacuated following a bomb threat, later deemed likely a hoax. Authorities conducted a security sweep, finding no threat, and the zoo communicated updates on social media.