Broward County School Board voted 5-4 to allow high school students to use cellphones during lunch periods, following debates and a local-autonomy state law.

Davie plans to add a sidewalk along Orange Drive and a pedestrian bridge near SW 92nd Avenue, with a community meeting on October 28, 2025, to discuss the project.

Palm Beach job fair in October aims to connect job seekers with employers in hospitality and tourism industries, spanning three days and three venues.

Miami Beach is dedicating 13th Street off Ocean Drive to Gloria Estefan, honoring her contributions to music and the community. The city will hold a renaming ceremony and brunch.

Midtown Beach is closing temporarily due to rough surf and erosion from Tropical Storm Jerry and a coastal low-pressure system, with advisories for high surf and rip currents in effect.

The Miami Seaquarium will close permanently amid financial struggles and protests over animal welfare, with future redevelopment plans excluding marine mammals.

Palm Beach County has lifted the boil water notice for several streets in the GREENACRES/Pickwick Park East area after lab tests confirmed water is safe.

Miami Beach will name a street after Gloria Estefan in recognition of her contributions to the city's culture, as per the City of Miami Beach website.

TD Bank launched a "Dog ATM" in Coral Gables, Florida, dispensing treats and engaging pet-friendly services, with plans for more across the east coast.

Fort Lauderdale introduces a free sewage pumpout service for boaters to keep its waterways clean, with support from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Routine railroad crossing maintenance in East Boca Raton is leading to weeks of detours, with detailed closure plans extending through early November, as reported by BocaNewsNow and the City of Boca Raton's Facebook page.

Publix allows open carry of firearms in Florida stores, following a court decision overturning the state's ban, prompting mixed reactions among customers.

Miami-Dade County's WOW Mobile Veterinary Clinic provides essential pet services in underserved areas, funded by Friends of Miami Animals Foundation Inc., at no cost to pet owners.