Man in wheelchair found drowned in Pompano Beach pool, authorities say
The victim was in his late 30s with a spinal injury.
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The victim was in his late 30s with a spinal injury.
Cooler weather is pushing into South Florida over the next few days, and you may want to grab the umbrella before leaving the house this weekend.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of a house fire in Broward County early Wednesday morning, officials say.
An investigation is underway in Broward County after a "domestic incident" occurred in Davie on Wednesday morning, officials say.
Darrell Collins marks the anniversary of his younger son's unsolved killing while giving back to South Florida families.
Higgins defeated former city manager Emilio Gonzalez with 59% of the vote, pledging to tackle housing affordability, climate resilience, and restore trust at City Hall.
The Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States (CAMACOL) is distributing 700 holiday food baskets, or Jabas, to families across Miami-Dade at loanDepot park in Miami on Wednesday.
Attorneys argue his childhood trauma and mental health struggles should spare him from execution in officer's killing.
Police say a longtime employee funneled hundreds of refund checks to her husband and son.
Residents say the nonstop roar of engines and late-night street racing is disrupting daily life, sparking calls for stricter enforcement and community action.
It's going to be a cooler, mostly cloudy and breezy Tuesday in South Florida with some scattered showers.
A South Florida man being held at "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Florida Everglades says he wants to be deported due to conditions within the facility.
Miami Art Week has come to a close after drawing in art lovers from around the World.
It's going to be a wet and warm start to the workweek across South Florida with showers and thunderstorms developing during the afternoon and evening hours.
The College Football Playoff will play 2 games at Hard Rock Stadium. Quarterfinal game on Jan. 1st and the Championship on Jan. 19th.
The Panthers are go bowling after finishing 7-5 and will play in the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl in Dallas against UTSA on Friday, Dec. 26. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m.
The defense for Jason Banegas, who admitting to killing a police officer in Hollywood in 2021, is addressing the jury during the penalty phase of the trial
An investigation is underway in Broward County after a truck crashed into the front of a business on Monday morning.
Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is expected to appear in a New York court Monday on charges he helped gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games.
The number of homeless veterans in Florida is dropping dramatically, and programs like the Mission United program by United Way in Broward County are playing a role in that.
Jim Defede goes in-depth on the second vote by the Miami Dade College Trustees to donate land for the proposed Trump Presidential Library.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF are Major League Soccer champions, defeating Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3-1 and earning their first MLS Cup title on Saturday.
Authorities say more than 150 fake designer items were seized as part of Operation Safe Holidays.
Kimali Stephen traveled to Montego Bay to find her 85‑year‑old father alive after two weeks of silence.
Demolition clears the way for a new garage as attorneys recall mold, asbestos, and famous trials.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
The movie's inspiration is a multi-million dollar cash seizure in Miami Lakes in 2016. Filmmakers, though, set their crime thriller in Hialeah.
Interstate 95 south is closed near Atlantic Boulevard in Pompano Beach after a pursuit, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office.
The Department of Justice said U.S. District Judge Jose E. Martinez imposed the sentence on 62-year-old Marcos Tomas Perez of Miami, who was charged with transporting and transferring stolen goods in interstate commerce in the summer of 2025.
An elderly lawyer was arrested at his home in Buffalo Grove and charged with fraud, money laundering in theft for allegedly stealing funds from the city of Tallahassee, Florida.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
The movie's inspiration is a multi-million dollar cash seizure in Miami Lakes in 2016. Filmmakers, though, set their crime thriller in Hialeah.
Interstate 95 south is closed near Atlantic Boulevard in Pompano Beach after a pursuit, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office.
The Department of Justice said U.S. District Judge Jose E. Martinez imposed the sentence on 62-year-old Marcos Tomas Perez of Miami, who was charged with transporting and transferring stolen goods in interstate commerce in the summer of 2025.
An elderly lawyer was arrested at his home in Buffalo Grove and charged with fraud, money laundering in theft for allegedly stealing funds from the city of Tallahassee, Florida.
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.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
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.