South Florida teachers eagerly prepare their classrooms and lesson plans to welcome students back for a new school year in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

Miami Beach will name 13th Street after Gloria Estefan, recognizing her contributions to the community. The move is part of an effort to honor influential women in the area.

The Broward Sheriff's Office is searching for Gia Russo, a 17-year-old missing from Tamarac since August 2, 2024. Public assistance is requested to find her.

A juvenile cheetah named Winston at Zoo Miami is recovering after successful surgery to fix a leg fracture and is expected to fully heal in 6-8 weeks.

A health advisory and "no swim" order are in effect in Palm Beach County after a wastewater spill in Riviera Beach. Officials are testing and cleaning the area to manage bacterial contamination risks.

The WPBPD is probing a shooting near their community event. A man was injured and two suspects claim self-defense; no charges yet. The event continued despite the incident.

Lauderhill convenience store closed after an investigation revealed it was operating as an illegal gambling front, prompting the revocation of its licenses.

Police are seeking a porch pirate caught on camera stealing from a Pinecrest firefighter's home. The thief is identified by a distinct tattoo and may have followed a delivery truck.

Two men were arrested for stealing $500,000 worth of forklifts near Doral, facing multiple felony charges including grand theft and criminal mischief.

A heat advisory is in effect for South Florida, with "feels-like" temperatures expected to reach 105-110 degrees due to high humidity. Tropical Storm Debby's outer bands cause scattered showers, but the heat remains the primary concern.

Deshawn Davis, wanted for a 2023 Miami Beach nightclub shooting and a 2022 Canadian abduction, was captured in Northern California by the U.S. Marshals.

Pitbull secures naming rights for FIU's football stadium in a deal costing $1.2 million annually for five years, with options for brand engagement and facility use.

Miami Beach native Jared Firestone aims to represent Team Israel in Skeleton at the 2026 Winter Olympics and is inspiring local youths by sharing his journey.