Florida gas prices hit new high for the year
The state’s average price for regular gas hit $3.72 a gallon last week.
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So-called ‘Drag show ban’ bill moves forward in Florida legislature
The so-called ‘drag show ban’ bill, which would ban adult live performances for minors, has moved forward in the Florida Legislature.
Problems at the pump continue for South Florida drivers
Tuesday marked another day of long lines at South Florida gas pumps as fuel tankers continued to make their way to South…
South Florida middle school teacher arrested, accused of inappropriate behavior with student
A South Florida teacher is behind bars Monday, accused of inappropriate behavior with a middle school student.
Florida gas prices slipped a bit last week, could rise soon
Florida gas prices slipped a couple of cents last week but could get more expensive soon, as global supply concerns caused oil…
Issues at Port Everglades led to fuel shortage
Issues at Port Everglades, the intake point for gasoline throughout South Florida, led to fuel shortages following historic floods, officials said.
Gas shortages lead to frustration at the pump
From long lines, to bagged pumps, to signs that read “no gas,†South Florida drivers found themselves in a similar situation to…
Gas stations across South Florida waiting to be refueled as flooding hinders deliveries
Gas stations that still have fuel have been difficult for South Florida drivers to come by in recent days, but officials are…
Residents dealing with tornado, flooding damage after ‘unprecedented’ storm hits South Florida
South Florida residents are putting the pieces back together after receiving over 20 inches of rain in some areas.
Widespread flooding reported
Widespread flooding was reported throughout South Florida on Wednesday afternoon.
Florida gas prices jumped more than a dime last week
Gas prices, on average, jumped 11 cents in the state last week and are now about 26 cents higher than a month…
Florida senators target monument removals
Bill would allow supporters of Confederate monuments and other historical markers to sue over their removal
Walmart to lay off hundreds of warehouse workers in Florida
Walmart is laying off more than 2,000 workers at five US warehouses that fulfill website orders
Florida bill to ban abortions before six weeks moves forward
Florida bill to ban abortions before six weeks of pregnancy moves forward in the Florida Senate.
Research shows 2 a.m. as most dangerous time to drive in Florida
A new study from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, analyzed data from the years 2017 to 2021 to…
Impact from recent unrest in Israel being felt by some in South Florida
A controversial judicial overhaul in Israel is being put on hold amid widespread protests in the country.
Florida House approves permitless carry bill
Lawmakers in the Florida House of Representatives passed a bill Friday that would allow gun owners to carry a concealed firearm without…
Officials say Florida Keys water pressure to be reduced indefinitely
Residents in the Florida Keys may be noticing reduced water pressure.
TikTok CEO faces intense questioning from House committee amid growing calls for ban
Chelsea Jones reports on Congress is calling for a nationwide ban of Tik Tok, but some businesses right here in South Florida…
MASSIVE Gator Seen Crossing Road in Upscale Florida Community as Neighbors Gather to Watch
Residents had cameras rolling when a giant alligator was seen crossing the road in a Naples neighborhood.
A 5,000-mile-wide blob of seaweed is headed for Florida
The blob is currently pushing west and will pass through the Caribbean and up into the Gulf of Mexico during the summer,…
Florida to install censors to prevent wrong-way crashes
The Florida Highway Patrol announced the state will be installing systems that include censors to prevent wrong-way crashes.
South Florida Rep. Carlos Gimenez among lawmakers to visit southern border
Blocks from the U.S.-Mexico border, the House Homeland Security Committee heard the country does not have operational control of the border.
Southwest Ranches residents fed up with mail thief, want him caught
A South Florida homeowner decided to take on a thief who have been repeatedly targeting his mailbox.
Florida permitless gun carry bill set for vote in Florida House, Senate
Florida’s controversial permitless carry bill sailed through its final committee and will soon head to a full floor vote in both houses…
Air traffic control issues cause delays at South Florida airports
Federal Aviation Administration issues with air traffic control have been causing flight delays in Florida on Monday.
Knaus Berry Farm owner Rachel Knaus Grafe has died
A woman with deep South Florida roots who was injured in a domestic incident with her son has passed away.
Florida bill aims to go after corrupt home associations
There is a joint effort that includes prosecutors, elected officials, and state lawmakers to protect the millions of Floridians who are living…
Person in Florida dies after brain-eating amoeba infection
A person in Charlotte County, Florida, has died after being infected with the rare brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri.
Injured manatee is rescued from a Key Largo residential canal
Scientists helped a manatee who was injured in the Florida Keys
Florida deputies rescue a man in overturned vehicle
Florida deputies rush to driver trapped in submerged vehicle after receiving cell phone SOS alert
Florida sheriff involved in high-speed chase during radio interview
A suspect in a stolen pickup was trying to get away, but a Florida sheriff caught up with him.
FHP trooper used own vehicle to stop speeding suspect
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper used his vehicle to stop a speeding suspect near Lakeland.
Rising rents across South Florida pricing some out of town
It may come as no surprise, rent and home listings are dropping across the country, except in South Florida.
South Florida mother desperate to find matching donor after suffering kidney failure
A South Florida mother is making a desperate plea to the public after being diagnosed with stage five kidney failure.
Judge issues arrest warrant for rap artist Kodak Black
An arrest warrant has been issued for South Florida rap artist Kodak Black.
Thousands in attendance as Dolphins Challenge Cancer fundraising event kicks off in South Florida
Thousands of attendees and participants lined up for the 13th annual Dolphins Challenge Cancer event Saturday morning.
Thieves impersonate locksmith to commit crimes in South Florida
Detectives found that a group of thieves impersonated a local locksmith to commit crimes in South Florida.
Bill to carry gun without permit now ready for vote on Florida House floor
A controversial bill that would allow people in Florida to carry a concealed weapon without a permit has cleared another major hurdle…
Broadway tour of Wicked in town with South Florida native in main role
The Adrienne Arsht Center is welcoming back the beloved show “Wicked†as it celebrates its 20th anniversary on Broadway this year.
GOP supermajority’s permitless gun bill gaining traction in Florida
This week, Republicans in the Florida Legislature are closing in on their goal of getting a permitless gun carry bill on Gov.…
Florida woman fights off attacker who ambushed her at gym
Hillsborough County woman fights off attacker at gym
State trooper hits, kills pedestrian along U.S. 1 in Key Largo
A Florida state trooper struck and killed a pedestrian in Key Largo early Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
7 of America’s 10 deadliest beaches are in Florida
5000 Role Models program brings financial literacy lesson to Black students in South Florida
5000 Role Models program brings financial literacy lesson to Black students in South Florida
Florida Senate could move quickly on affordable housing bill
A Senate committee next week will take up a wide-ranging proposal to address housing affordability, with the measure appearing on a fast…
Lawmakers in Florida propose bill that would make carrying gun much easier
Florida state lawmakers are proposing a new bill that would make carrying a gun in the state much easier.
New diverging diamond interchange opens in Boca Raton
South Florida has another diverging diamond interchange. The newest one opened Monday off Interstate 95 in Boca Raton.
