A Miami man, Moises A. Flores-Coello, was arrested in a vigilante-led sting for attempting to meet a minor for sex. He brought candy and a condom to the meetup.

An SUV plunged into a canal in Miami Lakes, prompting a swift rescue operation. The driver was hospitalized as a precaution and fortunately sustained no serious injuries. Traffic was disrupted as authorities investigated the accident.

A farm worker was bitten by a 9-foot alligator at a Palm City farm but managed to escape with non-life-threatening injuries. The gator was removed by officials.

A truck fire on Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach led to road closures after 100 gallons of diesel fuel spilled, but no injuries were reported. Firefighters and hazmat teams responded.

A Florida school security monitor was arrested for an alleged sexual relationship with a student and charged with an offense against a student by an authority figure.

A young Black male was fatally shot in Riviera Beach, setting off a homicide investigation while the community calls for unity and an end to violence.

A father in West Palm Beach was charged for leaving his daughter in a hot car while shopping for Mother's Day gifts; the child was rescued by passersby.

Palm Beach County residents filed a lawsuit over the government's investment in Israeli bonds, with protests outside the courthouse and concerns about the risk and potential losses to the community's funds.

High school seniors in Coral Springs were awarded MLK Scholarships for their commitment to Dr. King's values, with a record 23 students receiving part of the $48,000 in funds.

Melinda French Gates resigned from the Gates Foundation, and the gender equality initiative GET Cities she supported is closing down. The closure of GET Cities highlights challenges in diversifying tech.

Miami-Dade Library staff, Marlon Moore and Jennifer Shipley, won national awards for their innovative tech programs benefiting local businesses and disabled individuals.

Miami-Dade County Parks starts turtle nesting season with the 2nd Turtlepalooza at Crandon Park, featuring activities and expert talks for sea turtle conservation.

The Deering Estate in Miami is hosting a free symposium on coastal heritage and climate change with expert discussions, field excursions, and collaborative sessions on June 14-15, 2024. Registration is available online.