Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon of the USACE endorsed the Miami-Dade Back Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management study, moving it toward Congressional authorization and funding for storm surge mitigation measures.

Recent police academy graduate Officer Nilson Herrera Pacheco was honored as Officer of the Month after providing life-saving first aid to a stabbing victim in Miami.

The Doral Central Park grand opening is postponed due to weather, rescheduled for August 26, with the city advising residents to follow updates online.

Broward County rejects giving full authority to the Sheriff's Office over projects after an audit finds training center costs soared from $34 million to $73.7 million.

Anthony Howard of Miami-Dade Transit is named 2024 Operator of the Year by the FPTA for his outstanding service and dedication to public transportation.

Miami voters approved the creation of an Office of the Independent Inspector General for increased transparency and accountability in the city government.

Broward County launches the Carbon Conscious Business Program to help local businesses reduce carbon emissions as part of its strategy to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Participants receive tools, resources, and recognition for their efforts.

Broward County voters elected Maura McCarthy Bulman and Rebecca Thompson to the School Board, defeating Gov. DeSantis' appointees and emphasizing public education and community involvement.

Miami-Dade Mayor Levine Cava won re-election while sheriff race finalists and incumbents in federal posts secured their positions for the general election.

Homestead is seeking development compliance experts for building permit processing, plan reviews, and inspections. Proposals are due by September 19. Details and submission instructions are available on Homestead's website.

Fitch Ratings upgraded Deerfield Beach's financial ratings, citing strong financial resilience and a prudent approach to maintaining reserves, despite some economic and demographic challenges.

Miami-Dade County polls opened early for voting, with options for in-person and mail-in ballots. Voters need ID to cast their votes, with provisions for provisional ballots. All in line by 7 p.m. can vote.

South Florida voters participate in the primary with mayor, sheriff, and U.S. Senate races highlighted in Miami-Dade and Broward counties amidst lower turnout.