Miami‑Dade posted on X that Florida Statute 125.0103 prevents local rent control and that landlords can raise rents with proper notice. Tenants should check notice timelines and seek help if they suspect retaliation.

FBI Tampa is asking for tips on Alberto Perez‑Elias, wanted in a violent Cape Coral jewelry heist. Authorities say he has ties to Hialeah and Miami and should be considered armed.

Broward Sheriff's Office says Operation Red Card produced seven arrests and the rescue of 10 people during World Cup‑related anti‑trafficking enforcement.

A Quick Pick sold at a Fort Lauderdale Publix won the $6.75M Florida Lotto jackpot in Wednesday’s drawing. Two Fantasy 5 tickets also paid big in Miami Gardens and Volusia County.

A 20-story Four Seasons Private Residences is rising on Coconut Grove’s Bayshore after developers closed a $323.8M construction loan; 70 homes are slated for mid-2028 delivery.

Andrew Boszhardt Jr. paid $21M for a North End Palm Beach estate as the couple reshuffles local properties.

A 62-year-old woman suffered multiple facial fractures after an attack at the Aventura Mall bus depot; police arrested a Massachusetts man and charged him with aggravated battery.

A Boca Raton condo owner says her association blocked sales and denied asbestos remediation for years. She’s suing to force a sale, remediation and recover legal fees.

NWS Miami issued a Special Marine Warning for waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee through 6:30 p.m. EDT, warning of 34+ kt gusts and sudden seas.

Postr will open a 10,000‑sq‑ft Wynwood HQ in August and launch an automated marketplace that matches brands with pre‑vetted creators.

A disbarred Fort Lauderdale attorney was arrested in Broward County after investigators say he misappropriated more than $100,000; bond was set at $200,000.

A packed town hall at Florida Memorial focused the District 24 race on housing and wages as seven candidates took the stage.

OneBlood says it needs 50 rare O‑negative units before surgeons can give 18‑year‑old Gigi a potentially curative bone marrow transplant.