Deerfield Beach is hosting a free document shredding event for residents to safely dispose of sensitive papers, emphasizing identity theft prevention and recycling.

Palm Beach County is advancing its Resilience Action Plan with initiatives to combat flooding and heat, including floodproofing and tree canopies, seeking community input through upcoming workshops.

Miami hosted its 49th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade with bands, leaders, and the theme "Mentoring the Dream!". Festivities continued at Memorial Park.

Indiana Hoosiers fans rally in Miami Beach ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship, while University of Miami fans and alumni show their support at their own campus pep rally.

Pompano Beach is planning a new downtown community center and is currently seeking a qualified architect who will engage in community outreach for its design.

Pompano Beach to begin construction of a monument at Fisher Family Pier honoring the first Continental Marines' amphibious assault, resulting in a brief pier closure.

West Palm Beach invites amateur photographers to enter the annual Grassy Waters Preserve Photo Contest by February 28, 2026; fees support preserve education.

Doral City Council plans to rename a road "Maria Corina Machado Path" to honor the Venezuelan opposition leader for her commitment to democracy and human rights.

The old Fort Lauderdale police headquarters is being demolished to make way for a new modern facility, with the process causing increased truck traffic but not affecting police services.

Boyd Anderson High School in Lauderdale Lakes was on secure status due to a bomb threat. The Broward Sheriff's Office investigated and later gave the all clear. No danger was found, and the source of the threat remains under investigation.

The City of Doral has launched a Façade Improvement Program offering up to 50% reimbursements for exterior updates to commercial properties, with a maximum of $10,000 per project.

Broward County initiates a beach and dune restoration project at Hollywood Beach, aiming to enhance coastal resilience, with construction from January until April and no road closures expected.

The South Florida Fair in Palm Beach returns with a pirate theme and offers various deals on tickets and food. Attendees can enjoy pirate shows, meet characters, and must adhere to a clear bag policy.