Fort Lauderdale makes rush-hour bridge changes permanent after Coast Guard approval
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The City of Fort Lauderdale announced Thursday that weekday operating schedule changes for the Southeast 17th Street Bridge have become permanent after receiving approval from the U.S. Coast Guard. The adjustments, first implemented on a temporary basis in June 2025, are designed to reduce...
WWII veteran honored by City of Pompano Beach for 105th birthday
POMPANO BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - When you live to 105, you get special treatment. A Pompano Beach veteran was treated to a one-of-a-kind honor for his birthday. Donald Dennis, who also goes by Buster, served in the United States Navy as a gunner’s mate on the USS Yorktown and USS Firedrake during World War II. He never...
Coral Springs Crime Blotter: Man Accused of Aggravated Battery on Pregnant Woman
The Coral Springs Police Department reported numerous crimes across the city between February 9 and 15, 2026. Please note that the police have redacted the names and addresses of most victims in most incidents. Retail Thefts & Burglaries. • Shoplifting: Target, 4400 N. State Road 7, on Feb. 9 at...
Florida-Based Dental Practice Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Bella Family Dental, Inc. has formally entered bankruptcy proceedings. The dental service provider has made this move to reorganize its finances. The practice will continue serving patients during the restructuring process. Bella Family Dental, Inc. Seeks Chapter 11 Protection. Bella Family Dental, Inc. filed a...
Turkmenistan-linked jet draws attention after dayslong stay at Fort Lauderdale airport
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A green-and-white Boeing jet has been parked near a runway at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport since Sunday, drawing attention from aviation watchers. Photos taken by an aviation observer appear to show possible damage near the tail end of the aircraft. It remains unclear what...
Innocent driver killed after BSO chase leads to crash in Tamarac: Sheriff
A civilian driver was killed in a crash with a Broward Sheriff's Office cruiser in Tamarac that began with a pursuit, according to BSO. The crash happened just before midnight Monday near Northwest 31st Avenue and West Prospect Road, just west of Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. According to the sheriff's...
Boca Raton Target Employee, 31, Jailed in $41K Cash Theft Scheme
An employee at the Target store in unincorporated Boca Raton was taken into police custody Tuesday following a lengthy investigation that found he allegedly stole more than $41,000 from the big box retailer – a case that drew an elaborate probe from Target’s national loss protection division as well as the Palm Beach...
These German Restaurants That Have Become Florida Favorites
Florida is known for sunshine, citrus, and coastal bites, but there is another flavor trail running quietly through the state, and it leads straight to Germany. Step inside certain spots across Florida and the scene shifts almost instantly. Plates arrive hearty, pretzels land warm, and suddenly the air feels less...
Florida man slashes throat of 13-year-old in town for Daytona 500: police
A Daytona Beach man was accused of attacking a teenage Delray Beach boy who was visiting for the Daytona 500, according to reports.
Coconut Creek Crime Blotter: Senior Loses $111K in Elderly Exploitation Case
Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from February 10 to 16, 2026. Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period. Stolen Motorcycle: A motorcycle was reported stolen from Coco Parc, 711 Lyons Road, between Feb. 9 and Feb. 10. Auto Theft:...
