Four South Floridians received prison sentences for their involvement in distributing deadly drugs, including fentanyl, leading to fatal and non-fatal overdoses.

Markenzy Lapointe steps down as US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, after focusing on a range of crimes and achieving significant convictions.

Missing 16-year-old Bless Lewis, a nonverbal teen on the autism spectrum from Miami Gardens, has been found safe; Florida Missing Child Alert canceled.

Jimmy Butler returned to the Miami Heat after a seven-game suspension amidst mixed reactions from fans. The NBA star's future remains uncertain, with trade rumors circulating. His suspension cost him $2.4 million, which the NBPA plans to appeal.

Tekashi 6ix9ine sues LA Fitness for $1M over a brutal attack at a Florida gym that led to injuries and hospitalization. He claims the gym lacked proper security.

Broward Circuit Judge Stefanie Moon faces discipline from the Florida Supreme Court for ethical breaches related to election campaign activities while serving on the bench.

The article reports a mostly sunny day in Miami with highs up to 80°F, slight chance of morning showers, and a weekend temperature increase, per the National Weather Service and Local 10 News.

Coral Gables police detained individuals suspected of human smuggling; a U-Haul van with mostly Chinese migrants was stopped. An investigation and support by U.S. Border Patrol is ongoing.

Miami-Dade DSWM will honor MLK Jr. with parade participation and community clean-ups from January 18-20, 2025, noting MLK's ties to sanitation workers.

Miami-Dade Parks will begin a $1.3 million renovation of Lago Mar Park, adding a new parking lot, EV charging stations, enhanced areas, updated fitness equipment, better ADA accessibility, and drainage system improvements.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava will serve as Grand Marshal in the 48th annual MLK Day Parade in Liberty City, honoring Dr. King's legacy.

Fort Lauderdale partners with David Mancini & Sons to enhance Rio Vista's stormwater system, including a new catch basin and tidal valve, aiming to reduce flooding. Work begins January 2025 with traffic disruptions expected until late February 2025.

Alhambra Street in Fort Lauderdale will close for sewer work from January 21 to 31, 2025, with detours via N. Birch Rd, Seville St, and others. Traffic delays are expected.