Former Lauderdale-By-The-Sea Commissioner Sentenced to 5 Years for Child Pornography
James Jude Silverstone, a former Lauderdale-by-the-Sea commissioner, has been sentenced to five years in prison following an investigation into illegal downloads of child pornography. Silverstone will also serve a 20-year supervised release term and must register as a sex offender.
Sunny Isles Beach Man Charged with Aggravated Child Abuse After Allegedly Choking Boy in Park
A man was arrested for allegedly choking a child after a skirmish between kids at a Florida park. The incident was caught on video leading to charges of aggravated child abuse and battery by strangulation.
Gunfire Strikes Miami High-Rise Near Toddler's High Chair, Police Investigate Possible Source From Adjacent Building
Gunfire struck a Miami high-rise; a mother's apartment was hit near where her child sat shortly before. Police are investigating the source of the shots. No injuries were reported.
Pompano Beach Family Loses Home After Child Plays with Matches, Ignites Fire
An eight-year-old boy playing with matches started a house fire in Pompano Beach, leading to severe damage and displacing a family of six. The child received minor burns, and the Red Cross is assisting the family.












