Homestead joins Workforce.Miami to connect residents with jobs and support local businesses, following a unanimous Council vote led by Councilman Tom Davis.

Councilman Pierre Frantz Charles is organizing a clean-up event at Claude Pepper Park, North Miami, on Earth Day weekend, encouraging community participation.

COBWRA has new board members, with Debbie Murphy as the 1st Vice President, and Barbara Roth as president. They represent over 100 associations and 140,000 residents. Commissioner Woodward attended their installation.

Krome Detention Center in Miami faces complaints of overcrowding and abuse amid a surge of migrants leading to nearly triple capacity with concerns over conditions and staff retaliation for raising issues.

Miami City Ballet premiered a modern twist on "Carmen," with the lead character climbing to power in a poker game setting, featuring costumes by Mark Eric and music blending Bizet's opera with new arrangements.

Miami International Airport celebrated National Volunteer Week with a gala honoring its volunteers, particularly naming Eva Trivelli as Volunteer of the Year for her 16-year service.

Mark Montalto was arrested and charged with defrauding 21 clients in a construction fraud case, leaving victims with unfinished homes and financial losses.

Substitute teacher David Kellier was arrested for child abuse after punching a student at Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School; he has been fired and faces charges.

U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson visited Krome Detention Facility to assess reports of inhumane conditions, suspecting a staged environment as new structures arise amid overcrowding claims.

Matthew Brown was sentenced to 50 months in prison for defrauding the U.S. government of over $20 million in taxes by withholding but not remitting employee taxes.

Miramar mayoral candidate Rudy Theophin pleaded guilty to COVID relief fund fraud, misusing $123,675 for personal gain. Sentencing is set for July 15.

The National Weather Service forecasts continued sunny weather with mild breezes for South Florida, with highs around 84 degrees and persistent east winds. Miami nights remain partly cloudy and warm.

A Circuit Judge, Brett M. Waronicki, was arrested in Martin County on DUI and drug paraphernalia charges, with his passengers facing cocaine-related charges.