The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on July 20 listed three rare South Florida reptiles as endangered, citing habitat loss and climate pressures that leave only scattered pockets for the animals to survive.

Willow, a 158‑unit Lake Oswego community built in 2024, sold for about $66 million to a New York investor, underscoring investor appetite for suburban multifamily.

Willoughby Hills police are investigating after a man reportedly fired shots through an apartment door; investigators are asking witnesses to come forward.

Tanglefoot Dance Hall opened on Festus' Main Street in May and now runs lessons, family Sundays and adult country nights six nights a week.

Police say a search in Upper Darby turned up roughly 15 grams of cocaine, a Glock 27 and more than $9,000; a 36‑year‑old man was jailed and arraigned.

SWAT units surrounded an apartment on the 2700 block of Brownsville Road after reports of burglary and assault; sources say the suspect barricaded inside and was believed armed. No injuries were reported.

A Walden man was arrested after a Monticello traffic stop left a Sullivan County deputy with a knee injury. He faces felony assault and related charges and is due in court on July 27.

Clear, mild Tuesday morning with a small chance of showers and a high near 89°F. Triple-digit heat returns Friday; check cooling centers.

Park and airport police unions are pressing a $25M claim after a judge refused to bar damages, renewing a years‑long fight over pay and collective bargaining. The case now heads toward a contested courtroom showdown.

A.J. Chocolate House is franchising from its Winter Park flagship, pitching small downtown chocolate cafés with a $35K franchise fee and a multi-revenue model.

Ford recalled 288,314 2016–2019 Explorers after roof‑rail covers were found to loosen and, in some cases, detach; dealers will inspect and fix affected vehicles free.

Clear morning; highs near 95°F Tuesday with a slight chance of late‑day storms. Heavier storms expected Wednesday–Thursday, then a hot near‑100°F weekend.

Heat Advisory in effect July 21–22 with highs near 90°F and patchy smoke aloft. Check local cooling resources and shift outdoor activity to cooler hours.