Broward schools superintendent discusses closures, budget plans and graduation options
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
Deerfield Beach to begin establishing police, fire departments
The Deerfield Beach City Commission voted to begin the process of forming their own police and fire departments.
Blood evidence leads to murder charge against Broward truck driver
A late-night semi-truck crash in St. Lucie County led investigators to discover blood evidence, ultimately resulting in a first-degree murder charge.
Two killed in violent crash on Powerline Road, renewing calls for speed enforcement
Neighbors say the stretch between Oakland Park Boulevard and Prospect Road has become increasingly dangerous after multiple deadly incidents.
Tri-Rail remains on track – but for how long?
Commuters are flocking to the three‑county rail line for affordability and reliability, even as Tri‑Rail's director says state budget cuts could shut the system down by 2027.
Broward School Board says district is facing challenges
Members of the Broward County School Board responded to comments by Gov. Ron DeSantis labeling the district a "disaster."
Could vanilla become South Florida's next viable crop?
Rising global vanilla prices are pushing South Florida researchers and bakers to explore locally grown solutions for this essential and beloved flavor.
Teen sentenced to 25 years in 2022 Deerfield Beach park killing
Keantae Vaughn, now 17, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 shooting death of Rickey Ferguson Jr. and was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Tributes grow as police investigate Hollywood Beach killing
Friends mourn a beloved beach regular as detectives work to uncover how she crossed paths with the man now charged in her death.
Teenager shot, killed on New Year's Eve in Fort Lauderdale
A teenager was shot and killed on New Year's Eve in Fort Lauderdale.
911 calls released in deadly Pompano Beach crash: "Oh my God, ma'am"
911 calls made after a crash in Pompano Beach that claimed the lives of three teenagers have been released.
3 teens killed in violent Pompano Beach crash identified by BSO
Authorities identified three teenagers killed in a Pompano Beach crash Monday night, with investigators saying excessive speed may have been a factor.
Coyote sightings put residents on alert in Coconut Creek
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says it will respond to reports of aggressive coyotes, but otherwise it does not relocate them
Florida homeowners could see savings under sweeping property tax proposal
A proposed constitutional amendment would eliminate homestead property taxes while leaving police and schools untouched.
Family pleas clash with prosecutors in Jason Banegas death penalty phase
Jurors hear wrenching testimony about Banegas' troubled upbringing, his mother's abuse, and the lasting grief of Officer Chirino's loved ones.