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South Florida flyers react to Spirit Airlines’ updated dress code policy

Spirit Airlines has rolled out a stricter dress code policy, warning passengers they could be denied boarding or removed from flights based…

Golden Glades construction will close SR 826, Turnpike ramps to I-95

Beginning Friday, at 11 p.m., through 5 a.m. Monday, Jan. 27, all lanes of State Road 826/Palmetto Expressway and Florida’s Turnpike to…

Man convicted of killing 14-year-old brother

A Florida Keys judge found a man guilty Thursday of murdering his 14-year-old brother in 2020 — and trying to kill his…

Widow of Road Ranger killed on New Year’s Eve urges drivers to follow Move Over Law

The widow of a Road Ranger killed while on duty is sharing her story, hoping her husband’s death will remind drivers to…

South Florida startup building eco-friendly seawalls

The impacts of climate change are being felt worldwide, from the devastating wildfires out west to the more powerful hurricanes we saw…

Florida couple busted for stealing U-Haul truck

Earlier this month, deputies had a bird-eye view of a couple who had stolen a U-Haul truck in Central Florida.

It is snowing in Florida

A major winter storm is moving into northern Florida on Tuesday, bringing what will potentially be record-breaking snowfall totals.

Marco Rubio officially becomes U.S. Secretary of State

Former Florida US Senator Marco Rubio becomes the nation’s U.S. Secretary of State.

Annual MLK Day Parade leads to traffic closures

Multiple parades and events are set to be held Monday in South Florida to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Large group of South Florida law enforcement head to Washington D.C. for inauguration

Dozens of South Florida law enforcement officers are on their way to Washington, D.C., to assist with security efforts during Monday’s presidential…

Substitute teacher charged with inappropriate behavior toward female students

A South Florida substitute teacher is facing serious charges after being accused of making inappropriate sexual comments and advances toward female students,…

South Florida substitute teacher facing charges

A South Florida substitute teacher is facing charges after being accused inappropriate behavior with students.

Markenzy Lapointe, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, leaves post

Florida woman, 99, still golfing every week with friends

For one Florida woman, age really is only just a number. Gladys Hayes is one year away from reaching the century club…

Florida State senator hopes to ease burden on condo safety inspection costs

Fishermen in the Florida Keys spot Great white shark

A group of fishermen in the Florida Keys got a big surprise while fishing off the Florida Keys.

Northbound Florida Turnpike closed at Red Road due to rollover crash

Austin Carter reports one woman was taken to the hospital.

Cold front is on its way to South Florida

Temperatures are expected to drop to 40 degrees across South Florida this week

Arrest caught on camera

A Florida deputy was forced to act fast as a man on a bicycle pulled out a gun.

Family grieving after road ranger killed in New Year’s Day crash

The family of a Florida road ranger killed in the line of duty on New Year’s Day is mourning his loss.

Remains of woman who went missing a decade ago found in Florida pond

Sunshine State Sonar founder Mike Sullivan said the remains of Katia Belaya, a professor and a mother of three, were found in…

Florida condo owners brace for higher costs to fund reserves, repairs

Morgan Rynor reports Dec. 31, 2024 is the deadline for condos in Florida to file their spending plans for repairs. This applies…

South Florida’s Kevin Cabrera picked to be US ambassador to Panama

Man dies while working as garbage truck driver

A man died while working as a garbage truck driver in Florida.

Customers unhappy with latest rate increases announced by FPL

Florida Power and Light customers are bracing for a hike in rates.

Airboats collide in Everglades sending 16 to hospitals

At least 16 were injured when two airboats collided on Friday in the Florida Everglades.

Man wanted for sex abuse of a child on the run in Florida

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is putting all of Florida on alert for Jesus Tamanis Peralta, 37, who has been on the…

16 injured after 2 airboats crash in Florida Everglades

Florida woman arrested for copycat insurance company threat

A Florida woman is being accused of threatening an insurance company, an apparent copycat attempt replicating points of the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing.…

Runners compete in annual Key Largo Bridge Run

Around 300 runners of all ages raced along the southern portion of the 18-Mile Stretch, which connects mainland Florida with Key Largo.

South Florida patients upset with coverage denial by United Healthcare

‘Shark Tank’ stars visit FAU

The stars of ABC’s hit show “Shark Tank” brought their entrepreneurial expertise to Florida Atlantic University on Wednesday, delivering a real-life business…

Florida woman sentenced to 20 years for leading nearly $200M Ponzi scheme

A South Florida woman will spend the next 20 years in prison for leading a nearly $200 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded…

South Florida street renamed for civil rights leader Dr. Enid Pinkney

Najahe Sherman reports Dr. Enid Pinkney was a champion of cultural preservation, civil rights and community engagement throughout her life.

Investigation ongoing after mother shot while driving with child on I-95

A South Florida mother is recovering at Jackson Memorial Hospital from a gunshot wound pertaining to a shooting case investigators are trying…

White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Black neighbor

Susan Lorincz, 60, was sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted in August of killing Ajike “A.J.” Owens, 35, by…

Rising costs of homes push South Florida families to rent over buying

As South Florida home prices and costs of living soar, many families are choosing to rent instead of buying.

Coldest lows were in 40s Saturday in South Florida

Illegal customization of license plates coming under fire in South Florida

Illegal customized license plates are catching the eye of Florida law enforcement, leading to a statewide crackdown by the Florida Highway Patrol.

HCA Florida Westside “angel” nurse is credited for saving South Florida gas attendant’s life

Cold front moves into South Florida: 50s on Friday, weekend

South Florida passengers react to Spirit Airlines filing for bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines announced Monday it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a bid to restructure its mounting debt, a move the…

Family of Israeli-American hostage calls for return of all remaining Hamas hostages

The family of an Israeli American killed by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023, is in South Florida and advocating for the release…

6 die in 3 separate South Florida crashes just hours apart

South Florida father-son group search for stolen camping trailer

Husband of South Florida woman who disappeared in Spain now facing new charge

Florida officials warn shoppers about holiday scammers and thieves

South Florida program provides housing for homeless veterans

Florida cops arrest pair suspected of connection to fuel siphoning ring

Body camera video showed Volusia County sheriff’s deputies arrest a pair connected to a diesel fuel siphoning ring.