Palm Beach County broke ground on Phase II of Canyon District Park to add recreational amenities including baseball fields and a playground, set for completion in 2026.

Broward County officials urge pet owners to include their animals in disaster preparedness planning, stressing safety, identification, and evacuation measures.

Fort Lauderdale responds to a waste-water pipeline breach caused by a contractor's error. Crews are repairing it and redirecting the treated effluent to the Intracoastal Waterway with safety measures in place.

Dockworkers from Maine to Texas, including those at PortMiami and Port Everglades, have gone on strike over contract negotiations, seeking wage increases and job protection against automation.

Boca Raton Police are investigating a disturbance at the Residence Inn and advised the public to avoid the area near 500 Northwest 77th Street. No further details have been provided.

Homestead, Florida announces its Halloween Spook-tacular event scheduled for October 19 at Losner Park, with trick-or-treating, a haunted house, kids' zone, food trucks, and a pumpkin decorating contest.

West Palm Beach received 17 Sunsational Awards from the FFEA for event excellence, with Mayor James thanking the team and highlighting the collaborative efforts in the city's community events.

PortMiami workers may strike if wage and anti-automation negotiations fail, potentially halting operations at one of the nation's busiest ports and affecting other U.S. ports.

A powerline fire in Miami-Dade caused a neighborhood blackout; it ignited from a downed line and possibly a car crash. Meanwhile, a Fort Lauderdale community buried their power lines for resilience, completing a 12-year project.

Treqjuan Holden, a 26-year-old autistic man from Tamarac, was found safe after being reported missing. He was located unharmed a day after disappearing.

Commissioner McGhee calls for the South Dade community's support after Hurricane Helene, with donations to be dropped off at the South Dade Government Center.

Miami-Dade County is mailing out about 260,000 vote-by-mail ballots and emphasizes the convenience of this voting method ahead of the election. Voters are reminded to renew their requests for mail ballots by October 24.

West Palm Beach prepares for Tropical Storm Helene by checking storm drains and mobilizing extra crews to manage potential flooding. The city urges residents to clear debris and avoid flooded roads.