Miami-Dade Board addresses District 6's vacant commissioner seat, planning a May 6 meeting to discuss the replacement, following Cabrera's departure to become U.S. Ambassador to Panama.

Douglas Lawson named mayor of Riviera Beach by a 3-2 City Council vote after being removed from the ballot for financial issues; focuses on infrastructure and safety.

The IRS has extended tax filing deadlines for several U.S. states affected by natural disasters, with new deadlines ranging from May 1, 2025, to November 3, 2025.

Palm Beach Gardens administrative offices will be closed for Good Friday, but trash pickups will continue as scheduled. Regular operations resume Monday, April 21.

Miami-Dade's DVOB hosted a roundtable for first responders on domestic violence, honoring recent victims and discussing strategies for early intervention and supportive care.

Multi-agency inspections targeted contractor compliance across Palm Beach County construction sites, checking for licensing and adherence to regulations.

The City of Pompano Beach received its 13th consecutive clean audit report, showcasing a decade-plus record of fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Miami-Dade WASD has released its 2024 Water Quality Report, confirming that local drinking water exceeds safety standards, based on extensive testing.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava addressed the controversial issue of water fluoridation in a press conference, highlighting discussions with medical professionals and community input.

BCPS Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn considers staff cuts due to a student enrollment decline and potential $79 million state funding loss, despite concerns about the human impact of such measures.

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue team prepares for flood season with special high-water rescue training and equipment upgrades, also including pet rescue strategies.

Delray Beach fired fire truck driver David Wyatt after his engine collided with a Brightline train, injuring 15, for breaching public trust and professional expectations.

Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes has died at 80 after a brief illness. He was a Cuban refugee, former economics teacher, and public servant elected at 73, with a history of health battles, including cancer.