Storm in the Gulf forecast to become Tropical Storm Alex
A tropical storm watch as well as a flood watch is in effect for all of South Florida.
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A tropical storm watch as well as a flood watch is in effect for all of South Florida.
However, they are addressing weather concerns.
"Flooding is a threat to all of us," said spokesperson Erika Benitez. "We have to be prepared."
But despite a countywide effort, residents will likely still see some flooding from Potential Tropical Cyclone One.
"I don't think it's a surprise to anyone that in the first day of hurricane season we are staring down at a storm heading our way," said Randy Smith.
If you're one of the people who recently moved to South Florida, experts say it's important to stock up ahead of time.
Hildegart Ortega is devoted to protecting her home as well as her parents who live there with her.
The six-month Atlantic hurricane season opened Wednesday with storm trackers watching growing systems west and east of Florida.
On Wednesday morning, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and county officials held a press conference to talk about the 2022 Hurricane Season.
A record-setter when it made landfall along Mexico's Pacific coast, Agatha quickly weakened into a tropical storm but still poses possible lethal danger, forecasters say.
It's that time of the year, folks!
With a sales-tax "holiday" starting this weekend, Floridians can save a few dollars on pet supplies as they stockpile other needs for the upcoming hurricane season.
In its initial outlook, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting an above-average 2022 Atlantic hurricane season.
Another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season could be coming at us.
There is a new area to watch for possible development near the southeastern Bahamas this Sunday morning.
Tracking Tropical Storm Peter as it passes near the eastern Caribbean. Also, two other areas to watch for possible development
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.
Tropical Storm Peter formed early Sunday morning becoming the sixteenth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
A tropical disturbance has a high chance of developing into the next named storm of the hurricane season.
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Tropical Storm Dorian, the fourth tropical storm of this year's Atlantic hurricane season, moves toward the Lesser Antilles.
As the Atlantic hurricane season comes to an end, it marks the 10th consecutive year that Florida has avoided a direct hit.
Florida International University and the National Hurricane Center are launching a new, Spanish-language website for hurricane preparation.
Mason, a nonverbal child from North Miami Beach, remains hospitalized after suffering severe injuries, police say, inflicted by his mother's boyfriend, who has a history of violence.
Council member Rafael Pineyro, who introduced the measure following Machado's Nobel Prize win, said the vote sent a powerful message.
A Broward County deputy is under internal investigation after a bystander's video captured a controversial arrest, raising questions about the use of force and department procedures.
The Florida House has approved a bill mandating all private employers to check new workers' immigration status through the federal E-Verify system.
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
Falling temperatures bring wind chills overnight, with a cold weather advisory in effect early Friday for Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
Mason, a nonverbal child from North Miami Beach, remains hospitalized after suffering severe injuries, police say, inflicted by his mother's boyfriend, who has a history of violence.
Council member Rafael Pineyro, who introduced the measure following Machado's Nobel Prize win, said the vote sent a powerful message.
A Broward County deputy is under internal investigation after a bystander's video captured a controversial arrest, raising questions about the use of force and department procedures.
The Florida House has approved a bill mandating all private employers to check new workers' immigration status through the federal E-Verify system.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Council member Rafael Pineyro, who introduced the measure following Machado's Nobel Prize win, said the vote sent a powerful message.
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
The legislation was unveiled after journalist Seth Harp shared a public biography that he said belonged to the commander of the Army's elite Delta Force unit.
President Trump's proposal comes as the Senate is poised to vote on extending enhanced subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
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Guest host Lauren Pastrana is joined by Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
If you don't feel well, particularly if you have a fever and worsening symptoms, Dr. Glazier says, skip the get-together.
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A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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