A man died after being hit by a Brightline train in Deerfield Beach while crossing the tracks; investigators confirm safety equipment was operational.

Marcus Johnson was arrested in Miami-Dade for human trafficking and sexual assault of a minor. He is accused of violent acts, exploitation, and controlling a 17-year-old victim across states.

A Lantana man was arrested for attempted murder after a shooting in Lake Worth Beach during a robbery. He was identified as Maximo Ernesto Benitez by the victim, who was shot in the elbow. The incident was investigated using surveillance footage.

FHP vehicle was hit by a Dodge Ram while stopped for a school bus in Palm City, leading to a chain-reaction crash with an Infiniti. No life-threatening injuries were reported and traffic was disrupted.

A passerby found suspected cocaine in mangroves at Harry Harris Park in Key Largo during a coastal cleanup, reported by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

Kenneth Harp of Tamarac was arrested for alleged carjacking, kidnapping, and forcing a $500 Zelle transaction. The incident began at a 7-Eleven, and Harp was identified by the victim. He faces multiple charges.

Activist Joshua Epstein filed a civil rights lawsuit against ex-Surfside officials, including ex-Vice Mayor Jeff Rose, claiming a false retaliatory arrest for his critiques. The arrest for battery was dropped due to lack of evidence.

A fire broke out in a Miami home garage early Tuesday; five residents and pets escaped unharmed. The fire was contained, but the home was damaged and the family displaced. Cause under investigation.

A Miami family filed a $50M wrongful-death suit after Helen Massiell Garay Sanchez was found dead inside a Dollar Tree walk-in freezer, alleging staff ignored warnings she hadn't left.

A Miami man was arrested for assaulting a woman in her parked car; he punched and kicked her after a brief encounter. He's held without bond as the investigation continues.

A plane at North Perry Airport had a rough landing due to possible gear issues, damaging its propeller; no injuries reported. The FAA is investigating.

A Russian man faces felony charges for an alleged anti-Semitic road rage incident in Miami-Dade, with accusations of threats and physical aggression during a parking dispute.

FDOT's construction plans in Palm Beach County may cause traffic disruptions, including lane closures and detours, from Jan. 30 to Feb. 6, 2026, affecting areas like Boynton Beach Blvd and the Earman River Bridge.