Surfside's newly appointed Police Chief Wayne Holbrook resigned after three weeks, citing an "unhealthy work environment" and tensions with Mayor Charles Burkett.

Governor Ron DeSantis announces a $3.3 billion investment for Everglades restoration, seeking state control over federal funds to expedite ecological projects.

Palm Beach County approved a $10 million investment for a new mental health and substance use crisis center with concerns about the project's timeline.

The U.S. Justice Department has forfeited two luxury Miami condos linked to Russian national Viktor Perevalov, due to sanctions violations, valued at $1.8 million.

Broward County is dedicating a courtroom to Chief Judge Peter M. Weinstein for his judicial contributions. The ceremony is on January 10, 2025, at the Broward County Judicial Complex.

A Florida retiree is pressured by Saudi Arabia to give up US citizenship over critical tweets; he remains jailed with an exit ban despite US consular support.

The Biden administration has ruled to remove unpaid medical debt from credit reports, potentially raising credit scores by an average of 20 points for over 15 million people.

U.S. Attorney Markenzy Lapointe announced his resignation effective January 17, 2025, reflecting on his time with humility and a strong commitment to justice.

Manny Cid was appointed as Senior Advisor for Economic Opportunity in Miami-Dade to aid economic development, focus on small businesses, and streamline bureaucracy.

Florida lawmakers consider replacing the mockingbird with the flamingo as the state bird through newly introduced legislation, HB 81.

Mario Knapp was sworn in as the new Police Chief of Homestead after a national search. He brings over 27 years of experience with Miami-Dade Police to the role.

New Orleans faced a deadly attack on Bourbon Street on New Year's Day, involving a vehicle and shooting that resulted in 15 deaths and several injuries.

Florida's new social media law for minors under 16 requires parental consent, with legal enforcement pending amidst lawsuits and debate on its constitutionality.