U.S. Senator Ashley Moody strengthens the fight against fentanyl in Palm Beach County and advocates for the "Halt Fentanyl Act" to classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs.

Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen of Coral Springs joins the ICLEI USA Board, aiming to promote sustainability and reduce emissions at the international level.

Miami-Dade Public Schools introduce a green curriculum for early education, focusing on recycling and reducing waste, aiming to foster environmental responsibility from a young age.

Miami-Dade County has issued a rabies alert for Southwest Miami-Dade after a horse tested positive, with boundaries for the alert area and guidelines to prevent spread, including vaccinating pets.

Miami-Dade County's plan aims to increase urban tree canopy to 30%, improving resilience and well-being, with Mayor Levine Cava emphasizing community, sustainability, and greener future initiatives.

The Florida House passed "Lucy's Law," a bill enhancing boater safety, after a fatal accident involving teenager Lucy Fernandez. The bill mandates education and increases penalties for reckless boating.

Miami-Dade County's Mayor will reveal an Urban Forestry Plan to expand tree canopy coverage to 30%, developed collaboratively with agency input and community feedback.

Miami-Dade is changing curbside recycling schedules starting April 1, 2025, to improve services for around 119,000 customers north of SW 88th Street, incorporating GPS and video tech to reduce contamination.

Hialeah becomes the first Florida city to let the state's Department of Government Efficiency review its budget, supporting Governor DeSantis' initiative for transparency and fiscal responsibility.

Senate Bill 918 in Florida aims to relax child labor laws, extending work hours for 16-17-year-olds and allowing younger teens to work nights under certain conditions, prompting debates over youth welfare and workforce needs.

U.S. Border Patrol arrested seven undocumented immigrants with criminal records in the Florida Keys, in cooperation with local and state law enforcement.

Miami Beach Fire Department partners with Nicklaus Children's Hospital for a special beach day for children with respiratory needs, providing joy and inclusive activities.

Broward County hosts a Resilience Finance Convening with the Resilient Cities Network to discuss attracting investment for local resilience ventures and climate change challenges.