A special needs student was arrested for allegedly punching a teacher at Miami Northwestern Senior High, with differing accounts of the incident presented.

Boynton Beach announces a vegetation amnesty program for free yard waste disposal from December 9-13, allowing unlimited debris collection with certain size restrictions.

Miami-Dade County and The Bahamas have signed an MOU to collaborate on film sector growth, involving promotion, education, and economic development in both regions.

Joshua Ismael Campos was arrested in relation to the 2021 homicide of Demetrius Harris. His arrest follows an FBI-aided manhunt and an ongoing investigation.

The Miami-Dade DTPW extends Metromover hours during Art Week to facilitate travel to Art Basel, incorporating the city's art into the transit experience.

Fort Lauderdale is starting the design phase for the Castle Harbor Bridge replacement, led by Stantec and RADISE International, with a focus on surveys and impact management.

Broward County joins the Climate Mayors network to address climate change, collaborate on sustainable practices, and advance local and broader initiatives for environmental resilience.

Drainage enhancements are underway on NW 7th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, set to complete by April 7, 2025. Night work will keep one lane open; side streets may close temporarily.

The Flamingo Greenway Project in Pembroke Pines began construction for a recreational greenway which will include a multi-use path and landscaping by March 2026.

A man pleaded guilty to kidnapping a rideshare driver at gunpoint in Texas, forcing a drive to Florida, with plans to also kidnap a social media influencer for ransom.

A Med Spa owner in Florida is charged with fraudulently obtaining nearly $852,000 in COVID-19 relief funds to lease a luxury car and make high-end purchases.

Hollywood Police are probing a possible stabbing after a woman was found injured near Adams Street and taken to the hospital. Authorities are seeking information from the public.

Lauderhill Police rescued a 3-year-old girl from a lake after she wandered from home, highlighting the need for vigilant child supervision and safety measures.