The Florida Panthers celebrated their first Stanley Cup Final win at Elbo Room in Fort Lauderdale, with forward Mathew Tkachuk highlighting the team's joy.

Mayors of Sunrise, FL, and Edmonton have a playful bet: the loser will wear the winning team's jersey at a public event following the Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers.

Alonzo Mourning, a former Miami Heat basketball player, has successfully undergone surgery for Stage 3 prostate cancer and is now cancer-free. He advocates for routine prostate screenings for men.

PGA pro Grayson Murray, aged 30, tragically died by suicide at his home, with police indicating no foul play involved.

Lexi Thompson, a golf prodigy, retires from full-time professional golf at 29, ending a notable era in the sport marked by her remarkable achievements and challenges on the course.

The Sincere 2000 Foundation in Riviera Beach hosted a boxing event to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention, honoring Cheryl and Unique Melvin's son.

Miami will host the World Baseball Classic title game again in March 2026 at loanDepot park, with the city previously hosting a memorable event in 2023.

Lisa Lutoff-Perlo became the CEO and president of the 2026 World Cup Miami Host Committee after a career in the cruise industry, tasked with managing World Cup events in Miami.

The Pro Padel League kicks off in Miami with high-profile matches, celebrity team owners like Daddy Yankee, and top global players competing for significant prize money.

Former NFL player Vontae Davis was found dead at 35 in his South Florida home; foul play is not suspected, and an investigation into his death is ongoing.

The Miami Open featured its first Wheelchair Tennis Invitational, highlighting wheelchair athletes' skill and fostering inclusivity with both para-athletes and able-bodied pros participating.

The New Orleans Pelicans led the Miami Heat 76-66 in the third quarter during their Friday night game, with both teams having strong records this season.

Former NHL player Konstantin Koltsov has died at age 42 in a suspected suicide, falling from a Miami hotel balcony. He was also known as tennis star Aryna Sabalenka's boyfriend.