Miami Beach police and firefighters will compete in a cooking event for charity during Fire Prevention Week, judged by Chef Todd English, with marrow donor swabbing and safety demos included.

Miami-Dade County Commissioners approved a $13 billion budget for FY 2025-26 after a late-night session, maintaining property tax but raising trash and water fees. Public transit fees are unchanged, and some charity grants were preserved.

Homestead launched "Ready Homestead," an emergency notification system for various threats, ahead of hurricane season, urging sign-ups for timely alerts.

North Miami is hosting the 4th annual Teach to Fish Business Summit for local entrepreneurs at FIU's Biscayne Bay Campus, October 12-14, 2025, focusing on networking, workshops, and a pitch competition.

Fruit & Spice Park partners with GMCVB to promote tourism; Adventure Day event on September 20 marks the collaboration with activities and local officials' speeches.

Palm Beach County has launched "Your Neighborhood Dashboard," a digital tool offering residents a comprehensive view of local information, from public safety to schools and utilities.

Coral Springs' Chief Building Official, Alex Hernandez, joins the Florida League of Cities' policy committee to influence municipal policies, including building codes.

Broward County announces a decrease in property tax rate for FY26, aligning with a balanced $8.8 billion budget, despite making cuts to address an $80 million deficit.

Palm Beach County's OEBO has rebranded to the Office of Small Business Development, with Axel Miranda leading, focusing on supporting local entrepreneurs and small business growth.

After Charlie Kirk's assassination, Palmetto Bay Councilman Steve Cody faces calls to resign over his "fitting sacrifice" remark regarding the incident. Despite apologies, outrage and distrust persist, prompting officials to seek his resignation.

Homestead announces a partnership with SPH, launching a sports complex project featuring a training academy, facilities, and a stadium, seeking to revitalize South Dade's economy.

Two South Florida academics faced disciplinary actions over comments on Charlie Kirk's assassination; a UM neurologist resigned and an FAU faculty member suspended.

Local officials in Palm Beach County remind residents of yard waste disposal guidelines, emphasizing the 6/6/50 rule for waste preparation and a six cubic yard limit per household per week to streamline collections.