Coral Springs bans smoking, including electronic devices, in city-owned parks, aligning with Florida's Clean Air Act to ensure cleaner, healthier green spaces. Violators face civil citations but the city focuses on education and communication.

Broward County Animal Care is offering free Pet Care Clinics with preventative services on September 12 and 13 for local residents to alleviate financial strains of pet care.

Crews repaired a water main break in Miami, ensuring no loss of water service, while North Miami experienced another break causing potential water pressure issues.

South Florida is commemorating the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 with ceremonies including a remembrance event at the Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum featuring presentations and moments of silence.

Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas returned to Miami after a nine-month world cruise, visiting 60 countries and becoming a viral sensation on TikTok.

The boil water advisory in Broward County has been lifted after tests confirmed the water is safe to consume, ending precautions taken due to a past incident.

Communities in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast hold various ceremonies to honor the victims of 9/11, with local officials and residents participating in memorials, speeches, and reflective activities.

Riviera Beach residents learned through a letter of previously unreported drinking water violations, including delayed reporting of E. coli and fecal bacteria from January-September 2023.

Winston, a cheetah at Zoo Miami, is recovering well after having his leg cast removed, which was put on to heal a fracture from an incident last July.

The no-swim advisory for Miami-Dade's Maule Lake has been lifted following water quality testing confirming safety.

Scheduled maintenance at Peele-Dixie Water Treatment Plant will cause a temporary water color change for some Broward Boulevard neighborhoods, with safety and standards maintained.

The Museum of Ice Cream opens in Miami, offering interactive and immersive exhibits celebrating ice cream and local culture across 14,000 square feet.

Parkland shooting survivor Anthony Borges and other victims' families disputed settlements involving the shooter's assets in court, leading to heightened tensions and legal struggles.