A motorcyclist was killed early Saturday in the 3000 block of West Broward Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale; police say the Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating.

The ACLU and retired Judge Kevin Emas asked the Florida Supreme Court to compel Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill a vacant Third District Court of Appeal seat after the 60‑day deadline passed.

One person died and six others — including two children — were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash on East Dania Beach Boulevard in Hallandale Beach on July 4.

Aldo Stark’s Villa Skyfall, a James Bond‑inspired, 22,000‑sq‑ft estate in Stone Creek Ranch, is on the market for $85M. The single‑level compound features a car gallery, wellness spa and hidden poker room.

A Florida appeals panel has denied Charlie Adelson’s request for a new trial and affirmed his conviction in the 2014 killing of FSU professor Dan Markel. The court found no juror bias and faulted defense preservation of issues.

Eight people were arrested at Miami Stadium after authorities say they tried to enter Argentina’s World Cup match using fake or borrowed credentials.

A man in his early 30s was shot Saturday night in northwest Miami and taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital; police say the shooting at 6344 NW Miami Place is under investigation.

Smoky, muggy Sunday morning after July 4 fireworks. Highs near 89°F with a heat index up to 105°F; scattered afternoon storms could bring heavy rain and gusts.

Lingering smoke from Fourth of July fireworks left South Florida hazy Sunday, with officials warning moderate‑to‑unhealthy air in spots and urging sensitive residents to limit outdoor exertion.

A Quick Pick bought at a Port St. Lucie Walmart matched Friday's Jackpot Triple Play, the largest of six Florida Lottery payouts. Other stores from Cape Coral to Jacksonville also produced winners.

A man was rushed to a trauma center after a large tree fell onto a Range Rover near North Miami Avenue and 125th Street during Friday's severe weather.

Florida widened eligibility for its free swim-lesson vouchers to ages 1–7 as officials cite a record 2025 for child drownings and warn demand still outstrips funding.

Heat Advisory for Miami today; heat indices over 105°F and scattered storms possible this afternoon. Cooling centers are open citywide.