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.

A man is charged with a hate crime for attempting to hit an LGBTQ+ running club with his SUV; the attack is seen as targeted violence against sexual orientation.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office is searching for missing 16-year-old Odessa Boone from Dania Beach, last seen on Southwest Seventh Avenue. She has brown hair, brown eyes, and wore a black shirt with green shorts. Public assistance is requested.