Former Rothstein Associates Charged In Scheme
Two former associates at convicted Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein's law firm have been charged for their roles in the $1.2 billion fraud.
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Two former associates at convicted Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein's law firm have been charged for their roles in the $1.2 billion fraud.
It was a moment that nearly tore the Wehby family apart. Jenon Wehby could have died last Saturday night but a few off duty Fort Lauderdale police officers swooped in just in time.
Florida Governor Rick Scott is defending an attack ad where a man claimed he was swindled by gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist and convicted Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein.
Locals laced up their running and walking shoes Saturday in support of our nation's first responders and service members at the 4th annual Tunnel to Towers 5K run in Ft. Lauderdale.
Police are trying to find out what happened to a person found floating in a Fort Lauderdale waterway on Saturday.
A woman who left her children in her car with the keys inside while she shopped exited the store to a frightening sight -- her car and her kids were gone, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office.
Three days after she was found murdered in her Davie home condolences are pouring in for 59-year old Jill Su.
Amid a death investigation, authorities are getting a deeper look at the life of a woman killed in her Davie home.
An SUV slammed into a Fort Lauderdale building Monday evening.
A Bahamian man faces up to 25 years in U.S. prison for attempting to smuggle 18 Brazilian and Haitian nationals into Florida in July.
Sheriff' deputies in Deerfield Beach are investigating the death of a 68-year-old woman found inside of a garment bag in a bedroom closet.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport celebrated the opening of it's new South Runway and invited the community to join in.
Surveillance cameras captured two men taking light fixtures from the parking lot of the New Shooters Waterfront restaurant in August.
A car and an Amtrak train were involved in an accident Thursday morning just south of the Hollywood train station.
AutoNation said Thursday that its new vehicle sales rose 7 percent last month, as the auto dealership chain sold 32,660 vehicles.
It's was more than a night of baseball at Marlins Park Wednesday with First Responders getting a dose of appreciation from the community.
A Boca Raton teenager is recovering after being bitten by a shark over the weekend during a family outing on New Smyrna Beach.
The man said to be the mastermind of one of the largest fraud schemes in Florida was sentenced Friday.
Police are investigating a murder mystery Thursday after a woman was found dead in a residential neighborhood.
A precautionary Boil Water Advisory has been issued for a section of Ft. Lauderdale.
More than a dozen Haitian migrants were taken into custody after they came ashore behind an apartment building on Hillsboro Beach.
It was a milestone weekend for Pastor Larry Thompson as he celebrated his 20th anniversary as head of the First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale.
If you like pin-up style costumes, feather fans and theatrical music, then you're in for a treat.
It's a milestone weekend for the leader of one of South Florida's largest churches.
The family of a millionaire who went missing appeared in court Friday to battle over parts of his estate.
Police say the mother turned herself in as investigators continue examining inconsistencies in her statements and the child's grandmother calls for upgraded charges against the boyfriend.
Police say they encountered a man in crisis before the shooting, as neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and investigators worked late into the night.
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
A Florida man faces dozens of child pornography charges following an investigation that began with a referral from law enforcement officials in California, authorities said on Friday.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
Police say the mother turned herself in as investigators continue examining inconsistencies in her statements and the child's grandmother calls for upgraded charges against the boyfriend.
Police say they encountered a man in crisis before the shooting, as neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and investigators worked late into the night.
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
A Florida man faces dozens of child pornography charges following an investigation that began with a referral from law enforcement officials in California, authorities said on Friday.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
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.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
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.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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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.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
The celebrated Sundance Film Festival, opening Thursday in Park City, Utah, includes films starring Natalie Portman, Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen and Charli XCX, plus a wide range of documentaries.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.