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.

Firefighters in western Broward County are battling a 495-acre brush fire near Weston, which is 50% contained. The fire has affected traffic but roads are now open again.

Two individuals were arrested following an armed robbery at a Wilton Manors smoke shop, where $800 worth of goods were stolen. The incident occurred on April 15 and involved suspects Jailyn Voigt and Sonjay Brown.

The FBI warns of a surge in South Florida phone scams with callers posing as federal agents and instructing victims to send money for falsified reasons.

A shooting in a Miami-Dade warehouse area resulted in three people shot, including the self-shot gunman. The incident drew heavy law enforcement and emergency responses, impacting businesses on Take Your Child to Work Day.

Miami-Dade County Parks Department hosts a free Earth Day event at Larry and Penny Thompson Park, featuring educational activities, tree planting, and community conservation efforts.

Baptist Health began constructing a new, three-story healthcare facility in Pembroke Pines to expand services in Broward County, creating about 100 jobs.