‘Are you scared now?’: Man, 79, shows gun to Miami-Dade Walmart worker over ‘bad...
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A senior is facing a felony charge after sheriff’s deputies said he flashed a gun at an employee in the jewelry department of a northwest Miami-Dade Walmart because he felt she had a “bad attitude.”. Deputies arrested Pascual Santana, 79, of Hialeah, on...
‘There are nights I can’t sleep’: South Floridians find it daunting to pay bills
To listen to the accompanying audio story, click here . To watch the accompanying documentary, click here . Ayanna Ruiz lives confined in the four walls of her 700-square-foot efficiency in West End. She was forced to downsize to a smaller space after one of her roommates moved out from their apartment in Doral. Her...
This Florida Butterfly World Has the State’s Largest Butterfly House (Plus a Maze!)
Ready to wander through clouds of butterflies and a lush maze in sunny South Florida? Butterfly World in Coconut Creek blends serene gardens, vibrant aviaries, and hands on discovery into a day that feels magical and memorable. With thousands of butterflies, friendly staff, and extras like lorikeet feeding and an...
Fraudster poses as bank agent, steals $40K from Coral Springs woman. 5 takeaways
The man has been charged with grand theft and identity theft.
The Massive Used Bookstore In Florida That’s Almost Too Good To Be True
In a world increasingly dominated by screens and digital downloads, there exists a magical paper kingdom in Fort Lauderdale where literary treasures wait patiently on wooden shelves for their next caretaker. Old Florida Book Shop isn’t just a store – it’s a time machine disguised as a bookshop, where the...
Staying true to a vision: Beloved Broward ice cream shop celebrates 70 years
A few years ago, Linda Udell Zakheim, owner of Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant, was doing some cleaning in the restaurant’s second dining room. As she wiped down surfaces and some of the old-fashioned, kitschy decor that defines the Dania Beach ice cream parlor, she opened one of the old metal boxes on...
Dry and warmer temperatures continue as wildfire burns in Broward County
The NEXT Weather Team is monitoring an active wildfire in northwestern Broward County named the "Buggy Fire".
5 Best New Restaurants in Davie, Florida that People Swear By
Davie has shifted from a primarily rural, equestrian community into a suburb with a growing and surprisingly diverse dining scene. You’ll now find modern Latin spots, polished American grills, and lively sports bars alongside long‑time local favorites. These five relatively new or newly buzz‑worthy restaurants are...
Memorial Neuroscience Institute nurse survives an aneurysm while working
AVENTURA, Fla. — Jauvana Hall-Wills said she will never stop telling her survival story because she knows it can help save lives. The Memorial Healthcare System’s acute care nurse practitioner cares for patients with serious brain conditions at the Memorial Neuroscience Institute. “I had the worst headache of...
After 50 years, Willy Chirino still singing for Cuba’s freedom
MIAMI — For half a century, Willy Chirino’s music has captivated fans across the globe. “Loving what you do, being lucky enough to survive doing what you love,” Chirino said when asked about the key to his success after 50 years in the industry. As he celebrates...
