Miami International Airport handles 460 million flowers for Valentine's Day, with U.S. Customs and Border Protection specialists inspecting for pests and diseases.

Florida's gambling addiction hotline faces a 138% increase in calls following the legalization of sports betting apps, struggling to cope with the surge in help requests.

Florida gas prices have dropped over 10 days to an average of $3.14 per gallon, but an increase is expected soon, with the West Palm Beach-Boca Raton area having the highest prices in the state.

The US seized a Boeing 747 sold by an Iranian airline to a Venezuelan company, citing export control law breaches.

South Florida groups petition for a ceasefire in Gaza after 67 Palestinians died in an Israeli airstrike, delivering concerns to Rep. Wilson's office and discussing the U.S. role in arms provisions.

Miami-Dade Animal Services hosts a pet adoption event with waived fees for dogs over four months old, aiming to find forever homes and address overpopulation.

A Florida pest control employee cited for misusing bird poison defends his actions as unintentional, with his employer supporting his expertise and character amid an investigation.

Nancy Ancrum, the former Editorial Page Editor of the Miami Herald, passed away at 67 shortly after retiring. She had battled multiple myeloma and was known for her leadership and integrity.

Lubby Navarro, a former Miami-Dade School Board member, has entered a not guilty plea to corruption charges. Accusations involve improperly funneling school district funds for personal use.

A drug possession charge against rapper Kodak Black was dismissed after tests confirmed the white powder found on him was a prescribed medication, oxycodone.

The West Palm Beach spring training venue has been rebranded to Cacti Park following a deal with Cacti Seltzer, with seltzer products to be sold at games.

Miami Beach lifeguards rescued an injured Atlantic puffin, typically found in colder regions, and transported it to a local wildlife rehabilitation center.

Miami-Dade County probes into the Miami Seaquarium after a USDA report uncovers serious animal welfare issues, including injured dolphins and poor living conditions.