The Parks Foundation of Palm Beach County introduced beach access mats for increased beach accessibility, partnering with FPL and PBC Parks to help people with mobility challenges.

West Palm Beach launches the Brand Lift Series 2026 to help small businesses with marketing strategies through free workshops led by a local brand strategist and InclusiFi.

Ken Griffin pledged $3M toward a new seven‑story Ronald McDonald House at Jackson Memorial that will nearly double family lodging and be named for him.

The state health agency removed the labeled "abortion clinic" option from its provider finder this week, prompting calls for explanation from advocates. Access groups say the change could make locating licensed care harder.

Negotiations between Broward teachers and the district entered the state's impasse process after a standoff over proposed health-plan changes that the union says would raise teachers' costs.

A Florida Memorial University freshman says mold, bacteria‑laced washers and broken furniture made her dorm unbearable; Miami‑Dade inspectors found the complaint valid and cleaning began.

Homestead residents experienced a water pressure drop due to a mistakenly closed valve amid a roadway project, which was quickly fixed by the city and MDWASD.

Coral Springs launches its podcast "Under the Sun," featuring interviews with local officials, focusing on community matters and special public safety series.

Fort Lauderdale experienced a water main break, causing low water pressure and affecting traffic on Sunrise Boulevard. Crews are repairing the issue linked to the Fiveash Water Treatment Plant.

Miami voters will decide on the Miami Marine Stadium's future in the August primary after commissioners voted to put the issue on the ballot, with Global Spectrum potentially managing the restoration.

Coral Springs honored six volunteers with Lynne Johnson Awards for their significant contributions to the community in areas like youth programs, the environment, and the arts.

Thelma Gibson, a trailblazing Miami-Dade nurse and community leader, died at 99, with a legacy in health care, civil rights, and Black history advocacy.

After local and state heat protections stalled, South Florida nursery workers launched Planting Justice and are asking major retailers to sign legally binding safety contracts. The effort targets water, shaded breaks and paid rest for year‑round growers.