Miami-Dade County assures residents that trash and recycling services will continue on New Year's Day, while administrative offices close. Disposal facilities remain open with regular hours.

Boca Raton's Town Center Mall hosted a Christmas feast for the needy, organized by Boca Helping Hands, with over 500 guests, local restaurant donations, and nearly 100 volunteers.

A woman died in an apartment fire in Davie's Ellsworth Apartments; nearby units were evacuated and the State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause.

A body was found near Hollywood Beach, prompting a police investigation with few details released about the deceased person's identity or cause of death. The beach area was cordoned off as part of the ongoing inquiry.

Protestors gathered at a Florida detention center on Christmas to support migrants and criticize ICE and Trump's immigration policies, echoing a larger online movement and planning future demonstrations.

A 7-year-old boy drowned in a community pool in Lake Worth Beach on Christmas Eve, later pronounced dead at the hospital; PBSO is investigating the incident.

Oakland Park man, Mario Ramirez, in custody for fatally stabbing a pregnant woman; neighbors describe hearing violence.

Bobby Suarez's stolen Porsche was found in Miami Gardens, covered with a tarp. The car, stolen during a home burglary, was disabled and showed damage. No arrests have been reported despite surveillance footage of the suspects.

A high-speed chase on Christmas Day in Florida ended in a crash, seriously injuring a trooper. The pursued driver, Sundara Garza, faces several charges.

Miami is forecasted to have sunny weather with highs above 80°F and cooler evenings in the 60s, but a cold front might bring temperatures down for New Year's.

Fort Lauderdale hosts a free New Year's Eve street festival featuring a performance by Phillip Phillips, activities for all ages, and a midnight anchor drop.

Florida is launching a statewide animal abuser registry, Dexter's Law, on January 1, 2025, to enhance animal welfare and prevent abusers from adopting pets.

Christopher Pike was arrested after breaking into a Miami Beach Jewish deli, causing damage and facing charges.