Fire crews are battling a massive wildfire in southwest Miami-Dade that has scorched 14,000 acres and temporarily shut down access to the Florida Keys. Despite ongoing efforts, the fire remains only 20% contained. Road Closures & Travel Impact US 1 has reopened...
Former Florida Nurse Sentenced for Stealing Fentanyl, Endangering Patients
A former South Florida nurse has been sentenced to over two years in federal prison for stealing fentanyl meant for patients and replacing it with saline. Emmanuel Valentin, 40, was arrested in 2023 and pleaded guilty to tampering with consumer products last December....
Brush Fire Shuts Down Roads, Disrupts Travel to Florida Keys
A massive brush fire in southern Miami-Dade County caused major traffic disruptions Tuesday, shutting down key roadways to and from the Florida Keys. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded around 1:17 p.m. to a grass fire near the 40800 block and Card Sound Road. To combat...
Mystery Deepens: Gene Hackman’s Wife Made Calls After Estimated Death
New Mexico authorities revealed that cellphone records show Betsy Arakawa, wife of actor Gene Hackman, was alive a day after her estimated time of death. Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Denise Womack Avila confirmed that Arakawa made three calls to Cloudberry, a private...
Deportation Controversy: Judge Challenges Trump Administration Over Venezuelan Expulsions
A federal judge challenged the Trump administration on Monday for defying a court order regarding the deportation of hundreds of alleged Venezuelan gang members. Now, officials admit that some of those deported may have been charged with crimes—but not necessarily...
McIlroy vs. Spaun: The Players Championship Heads to Monday Playoff
The Players Championship isn’t over yet, as Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will battle for the title in a Monday playoff after finishing tied at 12-under 276. McIlroy shot a 68 in Sunday’s final round, which included a four-hour weather delay, while Spaun carded an...
Rowdy Spring Break Crowds Spark Safety Concerns in Fort Lauderdale
Spring break in Fort Lauderdale is already getting chaotic, with beachgoers engaging in risky activities, including boxing matches. Joshua Pettus captured video of people fighting on the sand, organized by someone taking crypto bets. “Why aren't they playing football?...
Miami Crash Involving Police Officer Leaves Woman in Critical Condition
A horrifying crash in Flagami left two women injured after a police officer’s vehicle collided with another car and struck them on the sidewalk Saturday evening. According to the Miami Police Department, the crash occurred near Northwest Seventh Street and 47th...
Terrifying Mid-Air Sparks: American Airlines Flight Returns to Miami
A Miami man is speaking out after witnessing an explosion and sparks coming from an American Airlines plane's engine before it landed at Miami International Airport on Friday. Jake Fletcher was outside his North Miami building when he heard a loud boom. Looking up, he...
Justice After 11 Years: Suspect Arrested in 2014 Miami Rape Case
More than a decade after a woman was kidnapped and violently assaulted in Miami, police have arrested the man they believe is responsible. Julio Alvarenga, 49, was taken into custody Wednesday and charged with kidnapping, sexual battery, false imprisonment, and...
Shockwaves in Education: DOE Cuts Raise Concerns for Schools and Families
President Trump campaigned on shutting down the Department of Education (DOE), but as the department moves to lay off nearly half its workforce, local educators, parents, and officials are grappling with the fallout. The DOE provides nearly $1 billion in funding to...
Low Voter Turnout Marks Broward County Municipal Elections
Broward County held municipal elections on Tuesday, with just 9.7% of 271,845 registered voters casting ballots. In Deerfield Beach, City Commissioner Todd Drosky defeated real estate investor Dan Herz to become the city’s new mayor, securing 56.29% of the vote,...