Tugboat captain pleads not guilty to manslaughter over Biscayne Bay crash killing 3 girls
MIAMI — Yusiel Lopez appeared in federal court on Friday in Downtown Miami, and he pleaded not guilty to a charge of seaman’s manslaughter. Lopez, 46, was the captain of the 25-foot “Wood Chuck” tugboat that was involved in a fatal crash on July 28, 2025, in Biscayne Bay.
The Salty & Knaus Berry Farm Are Bringing Back Their Cult-Favorite Sticky Bun Donut...
As far as donuts in Miami go, The Salty pretty much runs the game. And now they’ve gone and reunited with another local institution to bring back the limited-time Sticky Bun Donut!. The drool-worthy dessert, which takes both specialties from the donut shop and Knaus Berry Farm in Homestead,...
Sunny Isles Beach Police Department Turns Awareness Into Action, Achieves Certified Autism Center™ Designation
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has designated the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department and Ocean Rescue Division as a Certified Autism Center (CAC), recognizing their commitment to better serving and engaging with autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals in the...
Man charged with hate crime after threatening family, calling them ‘dirty people’
A man is behind bars after police say he threatened a father and his children in a Miami Beach park in what authorities are calling a hate-motivated incident. According to Miami Beach Police, the incident happened Thursday just before 2 p.m. at Stillwater Park. Investigators said the suspect, identified as...
🐱 Sweet Cats Waiting for Adoption in Doral, Florida
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? These adorable cats at Miami Dade Animal Services in Doral are ready to meet you. Each one has a unique charm and is hoping for a loving home.
Miami-Dade tax collector office clerk accused of issuing temporary driving permits for money
MIAMI — A clerk for the Miami-Dade County Office of the Tax Collector was arrested Thursday after he issued multiple temporary driving permits to people in exchange for money, authorities said. According to an arrest report from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, a supervisor at the tax collector’s office notified...
Broward judge grants murder suspect’s motion for immunity under ‘Stand Your Ground’ law
WEST PARK, Fla. — A man charged with murder argued self-defense in a Broward County courtroom, and an order filed Thursday shows the judge agreed with him, citing Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law. Darrell Rose was arrested for second-degree murder in connection to a fight that...
‘Grateful to be alive’: Broward native back at home after lightning strike recovery
When James Fernandez was wheeled into his March 28 homecoming party at his house in Clearwater, he expected to see a handful of loved ones who’d cheered him on through his spinal cord injury recovery. The turnout of over 150 guests took the Pembroke Pines native by complete surprise.
Are malls open on Easter Sunday in South Florida? Here’s a rundown
Is your favorite South Florida mall open on Easter Sunday? It depends on your favorite. Some of the major malls in Miami-Dade and Broward are running on the holiday — and others aren’t. Here’s a look at what South Florida malls are open and closed on Easter Sunday, April 5: Shopping malls Here are the malls that are...
5 men, including rapper, accused of selling fentanyl to undercover cops in Pembroke Pines
Five men, including a rapper, are facing charges after they were allegedly caught selling fentanyl pills to undercover officers out of a Pembroke Pines apartment building, according to court documents. The documents details that investigators with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) along...
