A WalletHub ranking shows sharp Q1 2026 spikes in mortgage delinquencies across ten states — Louisiana posts the highest rate while Vermont logged the biggest quarter jump. Rising insurance bills, taxes and local labor trends are squeezing homeowners.

A Tallahassee judge ruled July 27 that James Fishback can remain on Florida’s GOP primary ballot after a residency challenge from Lt. Gov. Jay Collins. The decision keeps the controversial candidate in the Aug. 18 race and could prompt an appeal.

Affiliated closed a $74M construction loan for The Cove, a mixed‑income apartment project on Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale, with public incentives tied to long‑term affordability covenants.

Newly released video captures a Miami road‑rage shooting and officials are asking anyone with dashcam or cellphone clips to come forward. Investigators are reviewing the footage.

Deputies are searching after a man allegedly pulled a gun on a Burger King drive‑thru worker in Lake Worth. Officials released a photo and are asking the public for tips.

A company tied to restaurateur Stephen Starr paid $13M for a Pine Tree Drive waterfront house, adding another marquee sale to Miami Beach’s busy luxury market.

A Miami man pleaded guilty in a road‑rage shooting and will serve two years of community control plus eight years of probation under a plea deal. The case ties back to an October Allapattah shootout that wounded two officers.

Hallandale Beach police cordoned off part of a commercial area Tuesday while detectives investigated a shooting. Details remain limited as investigators canvassed the scene.

Griffin Conine’s walk‑off single capped a three‑run ninth to end Miami’s franchise‑record 12‑game skid in an 8‑7 win over the Phillies.

Police say a Royal Palm Beach woman lit and threw a firecracker at a deputy’s patrol car; she now faces felony weapons and aggravated assault counts. Local statutes distinguish sparklers from explosive fireworks.

Heat index near 106°F Tuesday in Miami; scattered afternoon storms possible. Public cooling centers and libraries are available.

A Riviera Beach road-patrol officer was arrested after deputies say he drove the wrong way and blew more than double the legal limit. Booking records list breath tests of .216 and .222.

A four‑tower schematic would convert the former Miami Herald bayfront into linked residences, a hotel and a new public promenade.