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South Florida man sentenced to prison on felony, misdemeanor charges in attack on police during Jan. 6 riot
Read full article: South Florida man sentenced to prison on felony, misdemeanor charges in attack on police during Jan. 6 riotA South Florida man has been sentenced to prison on felony and misdemeanor charges related to his conduct during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol according to federal authorities.
Here’s why pet adoption contracts can lead to surprising challenges for new owners
Read full article: Here’s why pet adoption contracts can lead to surprising challenges for new ownersFor some pet adopters, the process can come with unexpected challenges—especially when it comes to the fine print of adoption contracts.
Woman, 21, known as rapper Baby Joker, arrested in Pompano Beach
Read full article: Woman, 21, known as rapper Baby Joker, arrested in Pompano BeachTaylor Tomassina Angelis just turned 21 in December, and she already has tattoos covering her face and neck — including “Damaged” in black cursive font above her left eyebrow and “PAIN” in red above her right eyebrow. She is a local rapper known as “Baby Joker.”
Cheering on Panthers helped teen battling aggressive cancer get through difficult experience
Read full article: Cheering on Panthers helped teen battling aggressive cancer get through difficult experienceFans of the Florida Panthers are dedicated and excited as their team is four victories away from winning the Stanley Cup.
South Florida man convicted of felony, misdemeanor charges in attack on police during Jan. 6 riot
Read full article: South Florida man convicted of felony, misdemeanor charges in attack on police during Jan. 6 riotA South Florida man has been convicted of felony and misdemeanor charges related to his conduct during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol according to federal authorities.
Teens seen on viral video dumping trash off boat turn themselves in to authorities
Read full article: Teens seen on viral video dumping trash off boat turn themselves in to authoritiesTwo teens have been charged after video showing them dumping out two trashcans from a boat off the shores of Boca Raton sparked intense scrutiny.
FWC: Charges ‘imminent’ for 2 teen boaters accused of throwing trash into ocean
Read full article: FWC: Charges ‘imminent’ for 2 teen boaters accused of throwing trash into oceanThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has confirmed that charges are “imminent” for two teenage boaters who were caught on camera throwing trash into the water during Sunday’s Boca Bash.
Classmate says trash-dumping teen boaters unfairly scrutinized: ‘Trash happens everywhere’
Read full article: Classmate says trash-dumping teen boaters unfairly scrutinized: ‘Trash happens everywhere’While many people have expressed outrage over a viral video showing teenagers dumping garbage into the waters off South Florida over the weekend, one of their classmates is sticking up for them.
Teen among those on trash-dumpers’ boat speaks: ‘I’m sorry for whatever happened’
Read full article: Teen among those on trash-dumpers’ boat speaks: ‘I’m sorry for whatever happened’One of the teenagers on the boat at the center of a viral video showing trash being illegally dumped into the waters off South Florida said he’s disturbed by what happened.
FWC: Several IDed as investigation continues into boaters seen dumping trash into ocean
Read full article: FWC: Several IDed as investigation continues into boaters seen dumping trash into oceanThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is continuing its investigation into a group of boaters seen dumping trash — then gleefully celebrating what they did — in the waters off South Florida over the weekend.
Outrage over video showing boaters dumping trash, then celebrating: ‘Take the boat and jail them’
Read full article: Outrage over video showing boaters dumping trash, then celebrating: ‘Take the boat and jail them’State law enforcement officials are investigating after a group of young boaters were caught on camera dumping trash right into the ocean in the waters off South Florida over the weekend — and then celebrating what they did.
Study examines pandemic related substance abuse among first responders
Read full article: Study examines pandemic related substance abuse among first respondersMany studies have looked at the mental health consequences of the pandemic on first responders, now a study is revealing how work place strategies impacted substance use and abuse.
Indian national killed in personal watercraft collision with teen off Key West
Read full article: Indian national killed in personal watercraft collision with teen off Key WestA man visiting South Florida died over the weekend after two personal watercrafts collided with each other off Key West, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
South Florida woman, son, boyfriend accused of livestreaming child sex abuse
Read full article: South Florida woman, son, boyfriend accused of livestreaming child sex abuseA woman, her son and her boyfriend are accused of sexually abusing children in South Florida and streaming the heinous acts to a paying audience.
Family searches for hope in treating Huntington's disease
Read full article: Family searches for hope in treating Huntington's diseaseAn estimated 41,000 Americans are affected by a neuro-degenerative disorder called Huntington ’s disease and more than 200,000 are at risk of inheriting the disease according to the Huntington's Disease Society of America.
Boca Raton man dies after snorkeling incident in Key Largo, deputies say
Read full article: Boca Raton man dies after snorkeling incident in Key Largo, deputies sayDeputies are investigating after they said a 54-year-old man died Friday afternoon following a snorkeling incident at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo.
Teenage basketball players displaced during Israel-Hamas war arrive at Miami-Dade
Read full article: Teenage basketball players displaced during Israel-Hamas war arrive at Miami-DadeA group of 24 teenagers and their basketball coach Sagee Katav arrived on Tuesday at Miami International Airport from Israel.
Michael Pratt throws for 3 touchdowns to lead No. 17 Tulane past Florida Atlantic 24-8
Read full article: Michael Pratt throws for 3 touchdowns to lead No. 17 Tulane past Florida Atlantic 24-8Michael Pratt threw for three touchdowns in his South Florida homecoming to lead No. 17 Tulane to a 24-8 victory over Florida Atlantic.
Florida woman arrested after victim said she ‘tried to rip my face off’ over thermostat dispute
Read full article: Florida woman arrested after victim said she ‘tried to rip my face off’ over thermostat disputeA Florida woman has been arrested after she allegedly attacked a woman over 65 because she messed with the thermostat in their home.
South Florida Rabbi says 700 of his students were called for military service in Israel
Read full article: South Florida Rabbi says 700 of his students were called for military service in IsraelA Rabbi from Boca Raton told Local 10 News Thursday that 700 of his students were being called for military service in Israel.
Student heads home to South Florida from Israel; describes scene at airport as sirens warned of rocket attack
Read full article: Student heads home to South Florida from Israel; describes scene at airport as sirens warned of rocket attackWith the Israel-Hamas war now in its fifth day, many in Israel are facing challenges while trying to leave.
Celebrity chef wields bat, tells driver ‘I’ll kill you’ during road rage incident in Boca Raton, cops say
Read full article: Celebrity chef wields bat, tells driver ‘I’ll kill you’ during road rage incident in Boca Raton, cops sayA celebrity chef, who has appeared on television cooking shows nationwide, has been arrested after a wild road rage incident.
Cancer that killed Jimmy Buffett is rare and aggressive, doctor says
Read full article: Cancer that killed Jimmy Buffett is rare and aggressive, doctor saysAs tributes pour in for late legendary singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, a South Florida dermatologist is shedding light on the rare, aggressive skin cancer that took the life of the “Margaritaville” singer.
Teacher previously arrested in Broward County now a ‘person of interest’ on FAU campus
Read full article: Teacher previously arrested in Broward County now a ‘person of interest’ on FAU campusCarlos Alberto Montero was reportedly seen handing out flyers offering tutoring services. He is out on bond for sexually assaulting a minor in Broward County.
Brightline makes important scheduling announcement about service between South Florida and Orlando
Read full article: Brightline makes important scheduling announcement about service between South Florida and OrlandoSome travelers with plans to visit Orlando on Brightline’s newest route from South Florida will have to rework their plans.
Man threatens ‘I will shoot you’ after being kicked out of south Florida bar, deputies said
Read full article: Man threatens ‘I will shoot you’ after being kicked out of south Florida bar, deputies saidA Boca Raton man threatened to shoot a bar owner after he was kicked out for being too drunk, deputies said.
$50,000 reward offered for information about armed robbery of USPS letter carrier
Read full article: $50,000 reward offered for information about armed robbery of USPS letter carrierThe U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two men who robbed a USPS letter carrier nearly two months ago.
Pit bull ‘Benny’ is longest resident at South Florida shelter
Read full article: Pit bull ‘Benny’ is longest resident at South Florida shelterAn animal shelter, designed as a transitional home mostly for dogs or cats, has been caring for “Benny The Burrito,” also known as “Big Boy Benito,” for nearly three years.
South Florida-based company focuses on bridging communication gap for the deaf & hard of hearing
Read full article: South Florida-based company focuses on bridging communication gap for the deaf & hard of hearingIn this week’s “Technically Speaking” report, Gio Insignares shows us how one local company is using its technology to try and create a future of accessibility and inclusion for everyone.
Healthcast: Latest on preventing wrinkles, menopause relief, sugar substitutes
Read full article: Healthcast: Latest on preventing wrinkles, menopause relief, sugar substitutesThe Healthcast on Monday afternoon reports on the latest updates on preventing wrinkles, menopause relief, and sugar substitutes.
Detectives investigate false alarms at 6 universities and colleges in South Florida
Read full article: Detectives investigate false alarms at 6 universities and colleges in South FloridaDetectives were investigating the source of the emails and calls that prompted false alarms on Tuesday at university and college campuses in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and St. Lucy counties.
Physician recalls dangerous encounter with armed fugitive in Broward
Read full article: Physician recalls dangerous encounter with armed fugitive in BrowardEmilian Cristea said he can still feel how quickly his life flashed before his eyes as he stared down the barrel of a long gun in Broward County, and feared that he wouldn’t make it home to the two loves of his life — his wife Daniela and their 9-year-old daughter Juliana.
Fugitives caught after tri-county chase in South Florida to face federal charges
Read full article: Fugitives caught after tri-county chase in South Florida to face federal chargesDeputies released the identities of two 22-year-old suspects on Thursday after a tri-county police chase in South Florida resulted in their arrest and the recovery of two stolen cars and a long gun.
Hialeah man gets life for killing woman, setting body on fire after delivering appliances from Best Buy
Read full article: Hialeah man gets life for killing woman, setting body on fire after delivering appliances from Best BuyAn appliance delivery man was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison for beating a 75-year-old woman to death and setting her on fire at her South Florida home.
Dusty May returning as FAU head coach next season, plans to sign long-term extension, source says
Read full article: Dusty May returning as FAU head coach next season, plans to sign long-term extension, source saysAfter leading Florida Atlantic to the Final Four for the first time in school history, head coach Dusty May told CBS Sports Thursday that he plans to sign a long-term contract extension with the Owls.
Florida Atlantic University students celebrate school’s first trip to Final Four
Read full article: Florida Atlantic University students celebrate school’s first trip to Final FourStudents at Florida Atlantic University are sharing videos of their ecstatic celebrations following the Owls win on Saturday that sent them to the Final Four.
Was MS-13 involved? Palm Beach mother’s murder remains unsolved 16 years later
Read full article: Was MS-13 involved? Palm Beach mother’s murder remains unsolved 16 years laterA family was marking the painful anniversary Thursday of a Palm Beach County mother’s unsolved murder. The question remains: Was the feared Central American gang MS-13 involved?
FedEx tractor-trailer rolls over on I-95, causing major backups in Broward County
Read full article: FedEx tractor-trailer rolls over on I-95, causing major backups in Broward CountyA FedEx tractor-trailer rolled onto its side Wednesday morning in the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 near Hillsboro Boulevard, causing major traffic delays during the morning commute.
1 dead, 3 injured after crash caused by Broward driver in Palm Beach, police say
Read full article: 1 dead, 3 injured after crash caused by Broward driver in Palm Beach, police sayPolice officers announced on Monday that a person died after a 28-year-old man from Broward County who was speeding took a red light in Palm Beach County.
Florida Atlantic edges Memphis 66-65, picks up 1st March Madness win in school history
Read full article: Florida Atlantic edges Memphis 66-65, picks up 1st March Madness win in school historyNicholas Boyd drove to the basket through traffic and converted a floater with 2.5 seconds left to make history for Florida Atlantic.
Feds: South Florida man arrested for role in attack on police during Jan. 6 riot
Read full article: Feds: South Florida man arrested for role in attack on police during Jan. 6 riotFederal authorities arrested a South Florida man Thursday, after they accused him of joining a mob of rioters who attacked police officers during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
‘I don’t belong here:’ Boca Raton man arrested after striking family’s vehicle with knife, deputies say
Read full article: ‘I don’t belong here:’ Boca Raton man arrested after striking family’s vehicle with knife, deputies sayA 30-year-old Boca Raton man was arrested Wednesday after striking a family’s vehicle multiple times with a knife in Key Largo, deputies said.
FAU defeats Middle Tennessee State, wins school-record 19th straight
Read full article: FAU defeats Middle Tennessee State, wins school-record 19th straightThe Cinderella season for No. 21 Florida Atlantic University continued Thursday night with its 19th straight victory over Middle Tennessee State University.
Brightline opens 2 brand new South Florida stations
Read full article: Brightline opens 2 brand new South Florida stationsDignitaries cut the ribbons for two brand new Brightline stations in South Florida on Tuesday, adding them to the growing rail network, which already stops in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.
Pint and a pub-sub: Publix stores now offer beer and wine while you shop
Read full article: Pint and a pub-sub: Publix stores now offer beer and wine while you shopEver feel like enjoying a pint or a glass of wine while grocery shopping? Publix Supermarkets says it's giving customers another reason to believe that their stores are “Where Shopping is a pleasure.”
South Florida electronic health firm denies misconduct, settles for $45M
Read full article: South Florida electronic health firm denies misconduct, settles for $45MA Florida-based electronic records company is denying allegations of misconduct made by federal prosecutors, but it has agreed to pay $45 million to settle allegations it improperly generated sales for itself and another company.
Police: 78-year-old South Florida woman says she was high after caught shoplifting from Saks
Read full article: Police: 78-year-old South Florida woman says she was high after caught shoplifting from SaksA South Florida woman faces charges grand theft charges after allegedly shoplifting from a Boca Raton Saks Fifth Avenue store.
98 migrants rescued from boat off South Florida coast lacked food
Read full article: 98 migrants rescued from boat off South Florida coast lacked foodAlmost 100 people, mostly from Haiti, who were rescued from an overcrowded boat off the Florida coast had no food or water for two days, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
South Florida teacher fired after more than a dozen complaints filed against him
Read full article: South Florida teacher fired after more than a dozen complaints filed against himA Boca Raton teacher was fired this week after the school district found that he had “inappropriate interactions” with students.