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MIAMI — Police said a woman named Rachel Lynne Poor seriously enriched herself by stealing more than $1 million from the Miami doctor’s office where she worked as a payroll manager. But they said her replacement uncovered what was amiss. Miami police arrested Poor, 40, of Coral Springs,...

MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - A woman was arrested Thursday in Miami Gardens after undercover Miami-Dade Sheriff’s detectives caught her in the act of performing dental work on a patient inside a home converted into a makeshift dental office, authorities said. Maria D. Fontaine-Uliver, 33, faces a third-degree felony...

WEST PARK, Fla. — A woman says she was about to shop at a dollar store in Miami-Dade County when two suspects hopped in her Mercedes-Benz SUV and took off, later crashing it at a home north of the county line Friday morning. Authorities said deputies tracked the vehicle...

On the first day of this month, well-heeled members of South Florida’s Haitian community gathered under a colorfully decorated tent in the sweltering heat in North Miami-Dade County, enjoying rum punch and conch while dancing to Konpa and Haitian roots music. In the audience was a who’s-who of South Florida’s diverse c

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Federal agents arrested two Chinese nationals in Hollywood on Wednesday, accusing them of being part of an international refund fraud scheme that’s cost retailer Target millions of dollars over the past few years. Homeland Security Investigations agents said Migui Li, 28, of Levittown, New York,...

There’s something thrilling about feeling the wind in your hair while skimming across glassy water, not quite knowing what’s around the bend. Maybe it’s the splash of something scaly in the reeds or the rustle of wings overhead—but every second out here feels alive. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to explore Florida the wild way, this place has your name written all over it.

Tucked away in the lush heart of Apopka, Florida, there’s a place where glassy spring water winds through ancient cypress trees and wild Florida feels close enough to touch. Welcome to King’s Landing, a hidden gem that’s quickly become a must-do for paddlers, photographers, and nature lovers who want an easy escape into Florida’s wilder side.

Tucked just north of Tampa, there’s a spot where turquoise waters shimmer like the Caribbean and beach chairs are calling your name—even if you never left Pasco County. Welcome to Epperson Lagoon, the first-of-its-kind man-made crystal lagoon in the U.S., and quite possibly the most unexpected beach day you’ll have inland.

Looking for a day out that feels equal parts adventure, relaxation, and surprise? Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens is a not-so-hidden gem where you can wander among towering giraffes, watch playful otters splash around, and stroll through vibrant botanical gardens—all in one sun-soaked visit. It’s a place where nature and imagination intertwine, inviting you to experience wildlife up close while soaking in the beauty of Florida’s landscapes.

There’s a gas station in North Florida where folks line up not for fuel, but for fudge. A place where clean bathrooms are talked about with near-religious reverence. If you're driving along US Highway 129 in Live Oak and spot the bright yellow signs of Busy Bee, do yourself a favor—pull over and explore one of the quirkiest, most lovable roadside stops in the South.