Fort Lauderdale's Mayor opposes a proposed bridge over the New River, favoring a tunnel despite County Commissioners' cost concerns, risking federal funds for the project.

South Florida mayors unite to combat a surge in antisemitic incidents, with a 337% increase since October prompting action and calls for education to tackle hate.

Steve Dwoskin donated $3.75 million to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center for pediatric cancer research, honoring his family affected by cancer.

Hollywood prepares for heavy rains and potential flooding with measures including deploying Tiger Dams and inspecting infrastructure. Residents recall past flood damages with concern.

A local mom, Aimee Stern, leads a toy drive in Wellington, Florida, ensuring 1,000 children receive gifts, while Palm Beach United Way's toy drive collects hundreds of toys and raises over $19,000.

Hollywood police officers and Walmart hosted a shopping spree for children in need, providing a $200 budget for each child in the Shop with a First Responder program.

The Miami-Dade Commission voted 9-1 against the Miami Wilds water park proposal, citing environmental concerns for the Florida bonneted bat. The vote effectively ends plans for the park adjacent to Zoo Miami.

Florida is ranked as the fifth-best state for jobs in a study by WalletHub, with high employment growth and job satisfaction despite average rankings in job opportunities and workweek duration.

Miramar Police seek help identifying a disoriented woman called Maria, found near Flamingo Road and Miramar Parkway, with no confirmed identity or relatives located.

Florida workers are owed over $6.5 million in unpaid wages, with the Department of Labor stepping in to recover funds and aid employees in claiming their due pay via an online database.

Miami's Nicklaus Children's Hospital and Jjuntos Regalando Sonrisas granted holiday wishes for 60 children with cancer, providing gifts, festivities, and a visit from Santa to bring joy to the families.

A Miami-Dade mother was arrested for child neglect after her 4-year-old daughter was fatally shot by her brother with an unsecured firearm. The community is focusing on gun safety awareness.

The Palm Beach Gardens City Council unanimously approved an annexation plan, despite public concerns over taxation and city expansion. This plan, affecting five zones and potentially over 8,300 residents, will be decided by voters in an election.