Ohad Fisherman filed a Miami‑Dade defamation suit saying local outlets wrongly tied him to the Alexander brothers after prosecutors dropped his state charge. The complaint names four news organizations and seeks damages.

Former Starbucks chief Howard Schultz bought a Surfside penthouse for about $44M and will relocate his private family office to Miami while keeping his foundation in Seattle.

Worden Bourn, wanted in Lee County after a teenager was found aboard his sailboat, was detained in Cuba and returned to Miami-Dade custody as officials pursue extradition.

A Miami man was arrested after police say he accidentally shot an innocent bystander while being robbed. The case raises questions about self‑defense and how prosecutors will proceed.

Daniel James Riggs was sentenced to 20 years after admitting he coerced two student minors into sexual activity, federal prosecutors say.

Pinecrest Bakery plans a Miami Springs location at the Le Jeune & NW 36th intersection; the company lists the storefront as "coming soon in 2026."

Motek has opened a Midtown location at 3255 NE 1st Ave, taking over Maty's former space and bringing its laffa, hummus and Arayes burger to the neighborhood.

Price cuts and a short dip in mortgage rates pushed South Florida condo sales higher in February, but mandatory inspections and reserve bills keep pressure on older buildings.

A 20‑year‑old Riviera Beach man was arrested after a Monday night shooting; police say he shot his cousin and now faces a first‑degree murder charge.

A José de Diego Middle School student says she escaped an attempted abduction near José de Diego Park in Wynwood and reported the incident to police.

A 58-year-old West Park man, Timothy Motes, was shot and later died; investigators say the shooter remains at large and are seeking tips.

A Miami-Dade Water & Sewer employee was critically shot Tuesday in North Miami-Dade. Deputies are investigating and Crime Stoppers has offered a reward for tips.

Cloudy and breezy with gusty north winds and a high rip‑current risk through Thursday. Expect spotty showers and hazardous seas on the Atlantic coast.