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Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the theft of more than $30,000 worth of Apple products from a FedEx shipment in Miami-Dade County.Yasmany Aguiar-Gonzalez was taken into custod
As South Florida continues to endure a stretch of extreme summer heat, frequent heat advisories are prompting residents and city officials to take precautions against rising temperatures.At Snyder Par
A Miami Beach man participating in Spain's annual San Fermín festival said he has no plans to stop taking part in the tradition despite suffering a compound ankle fracture during this year's ev
A family is grieving the death of a 2-year-old boy who drowned in a pond at an apartment complex in Plantation on Thursday evening. The boy was first reported as missing at around 5:30 p.m. by his gra
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Artificial intelligence is no longer just helping people write emails or generate images. Investigators say it's also helping scammers steal money by making fake voices, photos and phone calls look and sound frighteningly real.For one South Florida immigration attorney, that meant discovering crimin
If you’re going to watch Matt Damon fight a mythical creature and voyage on an epic journey in “The Odyssey,” there’s only one way to see it, large and in charge: IMAX! Deco’s Alex Miranda, who wants the body of a Greek God but loves movie popcorn way too much, is sipping something cool. Alex Mirand
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump used a primetime address to the nation Thursday to once again raise doubts about the results of past elections, reviving a subject he’s long used to make unproven claims and deny his loss in the 2020 election. Trump’s speech presented allegations of interfere
A 25-year-old Parkland man is out of jail on bond after Broward Sheriff's Office investigators arrested him in a child pornography investigation that authorities say began with a tip from the artificial intelligence platform Grok.According to the Broward Sheriff's Office arrest report, Ray Lequeriqu
With alligator nesting season underway, wildlife experts urge Floridians to watch for gators laying eggs near homes. Meanwhile, Broward County faces growing wildfire concerns, with over 800 acres burned after recent lightning strikes. Get the latest weather forecast, rain chances, and what to expect
Pizza lovers have a new reason to make dinner plans. Marco’s Pizza is bringing an authentic New York-style pizza, they say, to South Florida. Food connoisseur Steve Shapiro checked out the new pie and learned a few tricks behind the counter. Let’s watch. New York-style pizza is known for its thin, f
A new United Way report reveals that more than 50% of Miami-Dade families are living on the financial edge, unable to qualify for government aid despite working one or more jobs. Rising housing costs and medical emergencies, like the stroke that sidelined single mom Naomi Augustine, are pushing fami
Police say hidden cameras and earpieces were used in a cheating plot at a Miami-Dade driver’s exam site. Three suspects face charges after allegedly feeding answers during the test, raising concerns about public safety.
A fatal rollover crash and massive fire closed all lanes of the Florida Turnpike for hours in Southwest Miami-Dade. Emergency crews rushed to the scene after a septic truck lost control and erupted in flames.
8 cows were spotted roaming near a Sweetwater strip mall, catching the attention of Miami-Dade deputies and locals. See how authorities wrangled the herd and fixed the fence to prevent another bovine breakout.
Crews continue to work to repair a ruptured water main in Opa-Locka. A box truck got stuck in the hole on Wednesday when they ground opened up in the middle of the street off Northwest 135th Street and 42nd Avenue. The driver wasn’t hurt.
Nearly two weeks after a tragic triple shooting claimed the lives of two young cousins, families and friends in Pompano Beach march for healing and call for an end to gun violence. Community leaders, loved ones, and police join together for a vigil and symposium, honoring the victims and urging anyo
After a triple shooting left Brianna "Dream Doll Brii" Johnson and Arthur Lee Johnson, both 21, dead in Miramar, the community is holding a demonstration to honor them.Loved ones, friends and city commissioners joined together as they planned to march wearing orange shirts from the Mitchell Moore Ce
The Miami Marlins introduced their first-round pick, Jacob Lombard, on Thursday. Lombard, who plays shortstop, was selected 14th overall in the first round and officially signed with the Marlins. The first-round pick previously played for Gulliver Preparatory School in Pinecrest. He becomes the thir
It took a few more years later than Heat Nation would’ve liked but Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a part of the Miami Heat and fans can’t wait to see this new era for the franchise begin. Leading up to his official welcome during an introductory press conference at the Kaseya Center Thursday, fans inv
While Miami Heat fans are ecstatic to have Giannis Antetokounmpo join the team, they’re finding out his name can be a little tricky to say. Antetokounmpo has made a name for himself over his 14-year career as an unstoppable force on the court, capable of leading his team to the NBA Finals. He’s also
Giannis Antetokounmpo was watching Lionel Messi play in the World Cup semifinals this week, and a realization struck him.Messi, to him, is greatness. And Antetokounmpo wants to follow Messi's path.Antetokounmpo got his welcome-to-Miami ceremony Thursday at the team's arena, with a few fans chanting
The City of Lauderhill is considering further reducing its reliance on private companies for public works maintenance, citing potential cost savings and increased operational efficiency.City staff have proposed cuts to spending on private contractors, aiming to rely instead on internal staff and par
A South Florida man was the first to receive the drug through Memorial.
Antetokunmpo got a very warm welcome from the team and fans.
A South Florida woman is recovering after a diagnosis of Cyclospora, a parasitic infection that left her bedridden for days.Nina Diaz said the symptoms began suddenly, leaving her severely dehydrated and unable to move."From one second to the next, it just took over," Diaz said. "When I was shaking
MDSO believes Rishard Trivell Parsons has more victims, so they're asking the public to contact them
All lanes of the Florida Turnpike have reopened after being shut down for hours Thursday due to a fatal traffic accident involving an overturned truck. According to Florida Highway Patrol, the driver of the tanker truck died on the scene at the intersection exit with Bird Road/SW 40th Street in the
If LeBron James knows where he will play this coming season, he's still not saying.The NBA's career scoring king and current free agent spoke publicly for the first time in weeks Thursday afternoon, indicating that a decision is close — though stopping short of revealing which team he'll choos
After years of trying to make a splash move, the Miami Heat have finally done it, officially. NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a member of the team. In an executive career defined by making massive moves to compete for championships, Pat Riley pulled off another flashy offseason trade, bri
A recent report reveals that more than half of households in Miami-Dade County are struggling financially, with many families one emergency away from a crisis."These are people who are working hard every day, some are working multiple jobs in order to make ends meet," said Norie Del Valle, chief imp
It’s been a hot stretch of weather in South Florida and it’s set to continue for the foreseeable future. In fact, the past 36 days (including Thursday or today) have consecutively topped off into the 90s in Miami. The record long streak stands at 56 days set back in the summer of 2023. For the rest
NEW YORK (AP) — If LeBron James knows where he will play this coming season, he’s still not saying. The NBA’s career scoring king and current free agent spoke publicly for the first time in weeks Thursday afternoon, though stopped short of revealing which team he’ll choose to play for this fall — de
A 31-year-old man is facing an additional felony video voyeurism charge after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office investigators said he secretly recorded multiple women inside a restroom at Miami Dade College’s North Campus earlier this month. According to an arrest report, investigators with the Miami-Dade
Fans have made their way to the Miami Heat store, where Giannis Antetokounmpo merch is already a hot seller. “Go Giannis,” said Miami Heat fan Juan Valdes. “Let’s go, Heat,” said a shopper. With Antetokounmpo now officially on the team, the Miami Heat Store at Kaseya Center is dripping in new Gianni
Fans have made their way to the Miami Heat store, where Giannis Antetokounmpo merch is already a hot seller. With Antetokounmpo now officially on the team, The Miami Heat Store at Kaseya Center is dripping in new Giannis merch. All jersey colorways are available for fans with his new number 7 on the
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s arrival in Miami marks the start of a promising new era for the Miami Heat. Thursday morning, Heat socials shared photos of the star already getting to work in his Heat practice gear on the practice courts at the Kaseya Center, ahead of his official introduction. Giannis may
Three men were arrested after officials said they were driven to cheat to receive their driver’s licenses. Wednesday’s arrests, announced Thursday by the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector’s Office, are part of an ongoing crackdown on driver license exam fraud going back to June. Investigators said the
Heihachiro Nakashima will be placed under house arrest with a GPS monitor awaiting his September arraignment.
Deputies say the men used cameras to cheat on computer based tests
Cyclospora, a parasite that causes extreme diarrhea, outbreaks have been reported across several states, including here in South Florida. According to Florida Department of Health's Reportable Disease Frequency Report, 25 cases have been reported across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties. Miam
For nearly 43 years, a young woman whose skeletal remains were discovered in the Florida Everglades remained unidentified.On Wednesday, the Broward Sheriff's Office announced they have identified the victim as Shelia Ann Nichols of Decatur, Georgia, and are asking the public for help solving her dec
A former band teacher at a southwest Miami-Dade charter school has been arrested after being accused of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, Heihachiro Nakashima, 33, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with three counts of engaging in
A driver was killed in a fiery rollover crash along the Florida Turnpike in Southwest Miami-Dade. 7Skyforce hovered above the overturned truck along the southbound lanes near Bird Road, just after 10:50 a.m. on Thursday. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the tanker truck was traveling south w
A driver was killed in a fiery rollover crash along the Florida Turnpike in Southwest Miami-Dade, leading troopers to shut down the southbound lanes. 7Skyforce hovered above the overturned truck along the southbound lanes near Bird Road, just after 10:50 a.m. on Thursday. According to the Florida Hi
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