A bookkeeper, Hava Yfrah Austin, was sentenced to 51 months for a $9.8 million embezzlement scheme and tax fraud. She used her employer's funds for gambling and was prosecuted by the IRS-CI.

Authorities are searching for a suspect involved in assaulting a Palm Tran bus driver in Lake Worth Beach, asking for public assistance in identifying the individual.

A judge dismissed manslaughter charges against Miami-Dade Officer Mateo, citing "stand your ground" after a 2019 shootout, sparking controversy and plans for an appeal.

Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is searching for Carlos Rodriguez Heredia, 54, missing since Monday, last seen on SW 186th Terrace. Public's help is sought.

Four men in South Florida face charges including armed kidnapping, battery, fraud, and impersonating bail bondsmen after a joint FDLE and Department of Financial Services investigation.

A man was fatally shot in Belle Glade, and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident following a ShotSpotter alert. Authorities seek information from the public.

A fight at Lake Worth High School in Florida involved pepper spray, sending 20-30 people to the hospital. Details are scant, and the investigation is ongoing.

West Palm Beach Police investigate a fatal shooting inside a car, with Xavier D. Gomez charged with manslaughter by culpable negligence after his mishandling of a firearm resulted in a death.

A homeless man was arrested in Palm Beach County for inappropriately touching a 15-year-old girl on her way to school. His prior criminal record includes stalking and theft.

A car crash on Palmetto Expressway left one woman dead and a man injured; the crash disrupted traffic for miles. Authorities are investigating the cause.

Missing Child Alert for 13-year-old Stella Mitchell in Coconut Creek, Florida. She's described with black hair, hazel eyes, and was last seen wearing a black tank top and spandex pants.

A 10-week-old puppy named Pebbles was stolen from the Humane Society of Broward County. Pebbles was recovering from illness and was taken by an individual who is being sought by the shelter.

The Kinney Tunnel in Fort Lauderdale is closing temporarily due to standing water inside, with officials advising motorists to expect delays and seek other routes.