Davie's Family Farms owner Robert Lee Hoover disputes animal cruelty charges, claiming proper care despite facing allegations of neglect and mistreatment of animals. He has been granted bail and is defending his practices to the press.

A man was hospitalized after his car plunged into a canal in Fort Lauderdale due to a medical episode. Firefighters rescued him; he sustained minor injuries.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public's help to find 71-year-old missing man Carl Bredel from Oakland Park, last seen in Deerfield Beach.

The weekend weather forecast for Miami predicts high temperatures, reaching 92°F with a heat index of up to 103°F, high humidity, and a slight chance of afternoon showers.

Florida introduces a permanent sales tax holiday for disaster preparedness items, including batteries and generators, to encourage residents to prepare for natural disasters.

Two men in West Palm Beach were arrested on charges of sexual battery on a child less than 12 years old, with one also charged with child abuse. Both admitted to the assaults, claiming intoxication as a factor. They remain in custody with no bond.

Broward County's Animal Care agency, with NBC 6, launched its Clear the Shelters campaign to promote pet adoption, waiving adoption fees for the event.

Two men in Miami were charged with defrauding immigrants, costing victims around $21,000. The pastor and his accomplice allegedly directed people to fake legal services. Authorities are seeking more victims.

Miami-Dade County invests $3.2 million in road improvements in District 8, enhancing safety and the local economy, with Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins spearheading the effort.

Commissioner Eileen Higgins is hosting two back-to-school events in Miami-Dade District 5 to distribute supplies and provide community resources for families.

Miami-Dade WASD won the Outstanding One Water Communication Award from the US Water Alliance for its "Water is Life" campaign, recognizing innovative water conservation efforts.

Miami-Dade County received 151 awards from the National Association of Counties for innovative initiatives that improved services, saved costs, and promoted development and accountability.

A man was detained for setting fire to a motel room in Hallandale Beach. Approximately 40 firefighters responded, and no injuries were reported, but two adults were displaced. The incident is under investigation.