How three South Florida malls changed the way we shop. Take a look
When it opened on October 1, 1962, on Kendall Drive off U.S. 1, Dadeland was dubbed ‘deadland’ because North Kendall Drive, which passes in front of it, was branded “The Road to Nowhere.” Built as an open-air strip center, Dadeland started up at 400,000 square feet with 62 merchants, including Burdines as its only...
Dangerous Nile monitor lizards spreading in South Florida, data shows
Powerful, carnivorous Nile monitor lizards are expanding through South Florida's canal systems, with sightings climbing sharply, according to wildlife officials.
Parkland Crime Blotter: Party Leads to $51,000 Jewelry Theft, Deputies Investigating
The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Parkland responded to various incidents between February 10 and 16, 2026. A suspicious incident report was written regarding a juvenile male in Parkland. No victims were listed. Threat Assessment — Feb. 10. Deputies completed a threat assessment report. No additional details...
Tamarac Crime Blotter: Woman Arrested After Allegedly Robbing Victim, Threatening to Shoot Him
The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Tamarac responded to various incidents through February 16, 2026. Below is a detailed account of the incidents and arrests handled by local law enforcement during this period. Burglary. Burglary – Residence: NW 74th Place — A delayed burglary was reported with an estimated...
Fort Lauderdale police arrest man after alleged threats to blow up police station, ‘shoot...
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A man was arrested in Broward County after making some disturbing threats. Fort Lauderdale police took 30-year-old Bahai Dajani into custody on Sunday. According to authorities, officers responded to Dajani’s home after someone called 911 stating they had intensions of blowing up the Fort...
This Old-School Florida Restaurant Serves One Of The State’s Best Prime Rib Dinners
Fort Lauderdale holds onto a piece of culinary history that most cities have lost to renovation and modernization. Tropical Acres Steakhouse has been serving prime rib the same way since 1949, and locals will tell you it remains one of the finest cuts you can order in Florida. The restaurant...
Scooter rider in fatal Pompano Beach Brightline crash identified, BSO says
The Broward Sheriff’s Office has identified the scooter driver who died after colliding with a Brightline train Thursday in Pompano Beach, and found all the safety equipment at the crossing was in working order. Michael Pappis, 40, crashed into the train around 12:48 p.m. while he was riding a scooter near East...
‘Stuck’ in Boca Raton Due to Snow, Beloved Jersey Shore Party Band Plays Another...
It’s no secret that there are plenty of Boca Raton residents whose first love of the beach came at the Jersey Shore. If you’ve visited any of the boardwalk bars in Seaside Heights, the night spots along the the Boulevard in Long Beach Island, or some of the dock-and-dine tiki bars on the mainland, you’ve […]
Dirty Dining: 46 violations force Original Pancake closure in South Florida
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Last week, inspectors with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered three restaurants shut down, including The Original Pancake House in Miami-Dade County, which racked up an alarming 46 violations. Inspectors documented live and dead roaches, dozens of ants...
Prince, a 2-month-old white Shih Tzu-Miniature Poodle puppy, is seeking a forever home
Florida pet parents and dog lovers looking to add a sweet companion to their household should consider adopting Prince, a two-month-old Shih Tzu and Miniature Poodle mix, hoping to find a forever home today.
