Miami Gardens Mayor Rodney Harris emphasized the city's growth and fiscal health in his State of the City Address, detailing achievements, infrastructure development, and economic growth initiatives.

Fort Lauderdale's offices will close on Christmas and New Year's Day, affecting trash collection schedules; however, sanitation services will run without interruption on January 1, 2025.

Rodriguez and McGhee are set to become Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Miami-Dade County Commission, with their oath-taking ceremony at the Frost Museum of Science on December 11.

The Broward School Board is opting to reconfigure rather than close schools in response to low enrollment and budget issues, a decision shaped by community feedback.

Palm Beach County announces semiannual water system flush starting January 2, 2025, switching from chloramine to chlorine.

Mariaelena Salazar of Miami-Dade County won the 2024 Global BRM Community Excellence Executive Award for her impact in the BRM field and driving innovation within county operations.

Palm Beach County is hosting a vigil on National Homeless Persons' Memorial Day, December 21, to honor those who have died while experiencing homelessness.

Miami-Dade County is considering expanding its aviation facilities due to increasing traffic at MIA. Commissioner Cabrera initiated a study to assess capacity and the potential for a new airport.

Trump appoints Anthony W. Salisbury as deputy homeland security advisor, a top HSI agent with experience in law enforcement and operations against national security threats.

Boynton Beach announces a vegetation amnesty program for free yard waste disposal from December 9-13, allowing unlimited debris collection with certain size restrictions.

Miami-Dade County and The Bahamas have signed an MOU to collaborate on film sector growth, involving promotion, education, and economic development in both regions.

Broward County joins the Climate Mayors network to address climate change, collaborate on sustainable practices, and advance local and broader initiatives for environmental resilience.

Drainage enhancements are underway on NW 7th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, set to complete by April 7, 2025. Night work will keep one lane open; side streets may close temporarily.