Margate Animal Rescue Faces Closure as Post-Holiday Abandonment Crisis Mounts
United For Animals Rescue in Margate struggles to stay open as desperate pet owners dump animals in their backyard, tying dogs to trees.
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Escaped Georgia inmates allegedly forced Lyft driver to South Florida, records say
Three inmates who escaped from a jail east of Atlanta, including a murder suspect, allegedly commandeered a Lyft driver’s car…
Brightline’s South Florida ticket revenue lags as long distance fares rise
Brightline’s ridership and ticket revenue rose in November, but its South Florida-only service brought in less revenue growth than its…
TikTok sale deadline pushed to January 2026 as investor says talks are in limbo
A billionaire investor seeking to buy TikTok’s US operations said he has been left waiting as the latest deadline for…
By Marcus Vega
Boynton Beach Greenlights Expansion of Feeding South Florida Campus
Feeding South Florida is set to expand its footprint in Boynton Beach with a new 32,000-square-foot warehouse, following unanimous approval…
South Florida man held in Everglades ICE facility pleads for deportation
A South Florida man held at a controversial immigration detention center in the Everglades is asking to be deported, citing…
NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani Taps Formerly Incarcerated Activist for Justice Panel
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed rapper and activist Mysonne Linen to serve on his transition team’s criminal…
By Marcus Vega
Miami Hurricanes Enter College Football Playoff for First Time, Set to Face Texas A&M
The Miami Hurricanes are headed to the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history. The No. 10-ranked…
New College of Florida Faces Lawsuit Over Gender-Based Discrimination Policy Changes
A group of LGBTQ+ students is suing the New College of Florida, arguing that recent policy changes at the state-run…
Audit Finds Palm Beach County Overspent by $344 Million, State CFO Says
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia announced Thursday that a state audit found Palm Beach County government exceeded its budget…
By DJ Lattimore
FEC Block on Brightline Expansion Could Delay High-Speed Train to Tampa
Plans to expand Brightline's high-speed rail service west to Tampa just hit a major roadblock. Florida East Coast Railway (FEC),…
By Marcus Vega
Florida Supreme Court Backs 2018 Law Banning Local Gun Regulations
In a ruling that reshapes how cities and counties in Florida can regulate firearms, the state Supreme Court upheld a…
ChatGPT App Suggestions Spark Concern Over Unexpected Promos
Some users of ChatGPT’s premium service were caught off guard this week when the AI unexpectedly suggested they install the…
New Miami App Aims to Streamline Transit Without Adding More Cars
In traffic-choked Miami, where the average commuter often juggles multiple apps just to catch a ride or make a connection,…
By Tania Cruz
UK and Florida Grow Tech Ties Through Space, Fintech, and Innovation Partnerships
Florida’s growing role as a tech and innovation hub has caught the attention of the United Kingdom, sparking a transatlantic…
By Tania Cruz
JetBlue Cancels Dozens of Flights Across South Florida Amid Midwest Storm
A major winter storm sweeping through the Midwest disrupted air travel across the country Sunday, hitting South Florida airports especially…
By Marcus Vega
High Surf Advisory Issued for Coastal Areas in Miami-Dade and Broward
Beachgoers and boaters across South Florida are being urged to stay cautious this week as a high surf advisory remains…
By DJ Lattimore
Florida Bill Seeks Property Tax Break for Seniors Over 65
A new proposal in the Florida Legislature could significantly reduce property tax bills for homeowners aged 65 and older. If…
By DJ Lattimore
Study Says Miamians Need Six-Figure Incomes Just to Live Comfortably
Living in South Florida isn’t just about sunshine and skyline views anymore. According to a new report, it now takes…
After 30 Years in Miami, Haitian Man Deported to a Country He Barely Knows
After nearly three decades living in Miami, Edrisse Michelin now wakes up in Haiti, a country he hasn't called home…
By Tania Cruz
South Florida Home Sales Rebound in October as Dollar Volume Hits $4.8B
South Florida’s housing market rebounded in October, posting its strongest performance in months and reversing what had been a slow…
South Florida Dreamers Still in Limbo After 13 Years of DACA Uncertainty
Murilo Alves was in a physics class at Florida Atlantic University when the Trump administration announced it was ending DACA,…
Startup Showdown Draws Star Power and Big Wins in Broward County
The Urban League of Broward County turned into a local version of "Shark Tank" as entrepreneurs pitched their startups to…
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins Addresses 2026 Governor Speculation
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins isn’t ready to declare a run for governor in 2026, but he’s not ruling it…
Dolphins Owner Criticized Over Private Jet Video Stirring Online Backlash
Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross is facing criticism after a recently surfaced video shows him appearing upset about the short…
YouTuber Jack Doherty Arrested in Miami Beach for Drug Possession, Traffic Obstruction
YouTuber Jack Doherty was arrested early Saturday morning in Miami Beach after allegedly blocking traffic to film a social media…
Antonio Brown Released on Bond After Extradition to Miami in Shooting Case
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown was released from jail Thursday morning in Miami-Dade County following his extradition from New…
Fear of ICE Near Schools Tied to Sharp Drop in Student Enrollment Across Florida
Alex Rodriguez Silva never thought he’d leave South Florida. But in August, after three years in Hialeah, he packed his…
Antonio Brown Pleads Not Guilty in Miami Attempted Murder Case
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has pleaded not guilty to an attempted murder charge connected to a May shooting…
By Marcus Vega
Unfinished Indian Creek Mansion Hits Market for Record $200 Million
One of the most expensive homes ever listed in the U.S. has just come on the market — and it's…
Crypto Finds Its Groove at Hollywood’s Blockchain Futurist Conference 2025
Blockchain is moving beyond buzzwords and into real use cases — that was the message coming out of the Blockchain…
Heat Advisory Issued for Miami-Dade and Broward as Temps Continue to Rise
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Miami-Dade and Broward counties as dangerous temperatures settle over South…
West Palm Beach Officer Helps Homeless Woman Access Food and Shelter
A West Palm Beach police officer is drawing attention for going beyond the badge to help a woman facing homelessness…
Stephen Ross’ Firm Moves to Buy Luxury Hotel in Downtown West Palm Beach
Related Companies, the real estate firm led by billionaire Stephen Ross, has agreed to buy The Ben, a boutique hotel…
Flight Reductions Hit MIA and FLL as FAA Responds to Government Shutdown
Travelers flying through Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports should brace for delays and cancellations starting this week. Due to the…
By DJ Lattimore