LeFrak paid $180M for the 36‑story Harbour at New River, acquiring 337 waterfront apartments in downtown Fort Lauderdale as rents and concessions shift across South Florida.

A surprise, unlisted dental appointment in Florida over the weekend revived questions about President Trump's health and White House transparency.

Hollywood may raise density limits on Federal Highway to allow 25,100 apartments, accelerating projects and sparking debate over growth and affordability. City records, developers and critics are already lining up.

A 46‑year‑old Hialeah man was arrested after a random knife attack left a man critically injured and sent to Ryder Trauma Center for surgery.

Sen. Ashley Moody unveiled the "Press Act" in Miami, a proposal to criminalize imports of pill presses used to make counterfeit, often fentanyl‑laced, pills.

Haiti will play tune‑ups vs. New Zealand (June 2) and Peru (June 5) in South Florida; presale tickets expected May 5 and prices from $50.

The Thunderbirds will headline the Fort Lauderdale Air Show on May 9–10. Expect road closures, a Coast Guard safety zone and ticketed beachfront viewing.

A man is in custody after deputies say he fired into a West Palm Beach home May 1, wounding his sister and her infant. The suspect faces attempted-murder and weapons charges.

State inspection reports show roaches, flies and unsafe temperatures at four area restaurants, prompting temporary closures and ordered cleanups. Re‑inspections later cleared the kitchens.

World Liberty Financial sued Justin Sun in Miami state court, saying he ran a public smear campaign after WLFI tokens were frozen.

National Hurricane Preparedness Week runs May 3–9 as CSU projects 13 named storms for 2026. Tampa Bay officials are pushing residents to check plans, insurance and supplies now.

New studies and local reporting show Florida families facing higher child-care bills; some parents report monthly daycare costs above $1,600. State and national data point to supply and budget gaps.

A 50-year-old man who dove into shallow water near Marvin Key was pulled ashore and later pronounced dead at Lower Keys Medical Center. Authorities say no foul play is suspected and an autopsy is pending.