by Michael Wilkins | Sep 8, 2025 | Miami News
A year-long investigation into drug trafficking in South Florida has led to 19 arrests and the seizure of drugs, weapons, vehicles, and nearly half a million dollars in cash. Dubbed “Operation Trackside,” the investigation began with a tip in July 2024 and grew into a...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 8, 2025 | Miami News
Florida is on track to become the first state to scale back its school vaccination requirements, with changes expected to take effect in about 90 days. The plan, announced by the state health department, would make immunizations against illnesses such as chickenpox,...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 7, 2025 | Miami News
Winning the lottery might feel like instant freedom, but taxes quickly take a bite. Saturday’s $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot winners face an immediate 24% federal withholding on lump-sum payouts, followed by an additional 13% due when filing taxes. That means from an...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 7, 2025 | Miami News
After more than three months without a jackpot winner, Saturday’s Powerball drawing delivered life-changing news for two players. Tickets sold in Texas and Missouri matched all six numbers—11, 23, 44, 61, 62 and the red Powerball 17—winning a combined $1.787 billion,...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 5, 2025 | Miami News
Starting Monday, Floridians can buy guns, ammunition, and outdoor gear tax-free through year’s end. The unprecedented holiday was included in a sweeping tax package approved by lawmakers this summer. Hunting rifles, shotguns, handguns, and related accessories qualify,...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 5, 2025 | Miami News
Federal authorities are searching for 40-year-old Elaine Angene Escoe, accused of helping orchestrate a $34 million COVID-19 relief fraud. Between 2020 and 2021, Escoe and others allegedly submitted over 90 fraudulent applications for federal programs including PPP...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 5, 2025 | Miami News
Donna Adelson, the wealthy South Florida matriarch accused of orchestrating the 2014 killing of her former son-in-law, was convicted Thursday of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation. Daniel Markel, a Florida State University law professor, was shot...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 5, 2025 | Miami News
As the Atlantic hurricane season approaches its peak on September 10, meteorologists are closely watching Invest 91L, a tropical disturbance showing strong potential for development. Originating as an easterly wave from Africa, the system entered Atlantic waters near...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 1, 2025 | Miami News
This year’s Florida Python Challenge ended with record-breaking results: nearly 300 Burmese pythons captured. Held each summer, the event invites hunters from across the country to help curb the invasive snake population threatening South Florida’s ecosystem. The 2025...
by Michael Wilkins | Sep 1, 2025 | Miami News
South Florida officials are testing an unusual new weapon against invasive Burmese pythons: robot rabbits. The snakes, which can grow over 16 feet long, have wiped out nearly all small mammals in parts of the Everglades and continue to devastate native species. Since...
