Authorities are searching for 38-year-old Alexis "Lex" Williams, who went missing in Pembroke Pines after making worrying statements. He was last seen driving a gray Chrysler Pacifica.

Two Holland America crew members died in an engineering incident while the ship was docked in the Bahamas. Authorities are investigating the accident.

South Florida officials are calling for humanitarian aid in response to rising gang violence in Haiti, with thousands homeless and U.S. citizens being evacuated.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to work longer hours, with provisions for parental consent. Critics express concerns over its impact on academics and labor exploitation.

Miami-Dade Police arrested five men for involvement in an illegal cockfighting ring, initially investigated for illegal dumping at a property in Horse Country.

A Hialeah barbershop was completely destroyed in an arson attack early Friday morning; investigators are treating the incident as a possible criminal case. No injuries were reported.

The New Orleans Pelicans led the Miami Heat 76-66 in the third quarter during their Friday night game, with both teams having strong records this season.

Flooding in West Palm Beach left four cars stranded and police warned against driving through inundated streets, with further road closures due to rain.

An 18-year-old has been arrested for aggravated child abuse in Sunny Isles Beach after a video of the assault went viral.

Severe weather caused the first day of Miami's Ultra Music Festival to shut down early due to safety concerns. Attendees were asked to leave due to storms and strong winds.

Inmate Pedro Jose Collazo-Prieto pleaded guilty to dealing cocaine in FCI Miami, facing possibly 20 added years. The bust by FBI, BOP, and FCI officials emphasized law enforcement's dedication to stopping crime within federal facilities.

The U.S. Attorney's Office in South Florida launched a reading program to improve childhood literacy by reading books like "Pete the Cat" to students and providing books for their home libraries.

Miami to experience showers with a chance for heavy rain and gusty winds, reaching 30 mph, before clearing up. The weekend promises improved conditions with sunny skies and consistent temperatures around 80 degrees.