Broward County announces a Micro-Grant Pilot Program offering $2,500 to small businesses, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis with online applications opening in May.

Officials to begin the Port Everglades Bypass Road project aimed at improving Fort Lauderdale traffic, with Broward County Vice Mayor attending the groundbreaking.

The Palm Beach County Library System will close all branches on May 2 for staff development, but virtual services will remain available. Regular operations resume the next day.

Commissioner Marleine Bastien is hosting a free resource fair at Oak Grove Park in Miami on April 27, offering services from health screenings to job support.

Miami hosts the NABCO 2024 Leadership Summit & Retreat led by Commissioner McGhee, focusing on leadership and policy for African-American county officials.

Erica Gomez faced a judge in Broward County on charges of domestic violence and property damage. The victim expressed fear and concern for a child. Gomez was detained and charged, with the judge setting a $5,500 bond and no-contact order.

Two men were arrested in Sacramento, California, for a fatal shooting that occurred outside a Florida bar, which resulted in one death and one injury.

An AP investigation found that at least 17 people in Florida died after being sedated by medics during police encounters, highlighting concerns over such practices.

Cooper City lifted a precautionary boil water notice after tests confirmed the water meets health standards. Residents had boiled water since Monday due to safety concerns.

Fort Lauderdale Police are searching for missing 83-year-old Collene Ross, who has dementia. She was last seen in a grey blouse, black and white dress, and black slippers.

Four men have been arrested in Medley, Florida for allegedly stealing over $77,000 worth of plywood from a warehouse, with the scheme involving insider loading and unauthorized sales.

A man died in a shooting at a Miramar apartment, and his friend, claiming it was accidental, is in custody. Police are investigating, with no further suspects.

A car crashed into a North Lauderdale laundromat without causing injuries; the elderly driver appeared confused and was hospitalized as a precaution. The laundromat sustained significant damage.