Miami-Dade Animal Services collaborates with North Shore Animal League America for TOUR FOR LIFE® event, seeking homes for needy pets through March 24.

The Deering Seafood Festival in Miami will offer seafood, chef demos, and family activities on April 14, with a special dining event on April 12 featuring Chef Eileen Andrade.

Miami-Dade's Solid Waste Management Department won the Excellence in Financial Reporting award for the 29th year from the GFOA for its fiscal year 2022 annual report.

The University of Miami suspended Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity for conduct and alcohol policy violations, not hazing, after a controversial video went viral.

The Miami Marlins introduce all-you-can-eat seats at loanDepot Park, starting at $52 for unlimited food from the Caliente Grill, not including alcoholic beverages.

Miami Beach police warn high school seniors against "Senior Skip Day" with potential truancy enforcement and patrols in public areas to deter absenteeism.

Health officials lifted the swim advisory at several South Florida beaches after recent tests showed no hazardous bacteria, following prior pollution concerns.

Zoo Miami will host the XXXV Women of Impact Awards, honoring local female leaders for their contributions, with notable awards presented by Commissioner McGhee and the Women’s History Coalition.

The Okeeheelee Nature Center in West Palm Beach is hosting a free Earth Day event on Apr 20, with activities such as live animal encounters and eco-crafts.

Westbound lanes on Johnson Street at N. Dixie Highway in Hollywood will close for a community center renovation, with Taft Street as the detour. The city aims to minimize disruption.

Hendricks Isle Drive in Fort Lauderdale will undergo asphalt improvements from March 26-29, leading to roadwork and possible lane closures. Residents should avoid parking there and contact city officials for more info.

The Broward County School Board voted to implement metal detectors in schools, starting with a pilot at two high schools, following safety incidents and arrests related to weapons on campus.

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners approved the Miami-Redland Agritourism District to boost the local economy by combining agriculture and tourism.