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Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Aventura
SpaceX Prepares to Launch Starship From Kennedy Space Center
SpaceX clears environmental review for Starship launches at Kennedy Space Center, pending FAA safety and licensing approvals.
Proposed E-Bike and Scooter Safety Legislation Raises Pedestrian Concerns
Proposed legislation seeks to enhance safety standards for electric bicycles and scooters across Florida.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Pasco Sheriff Nocco Steps Down to Run for State Senate
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco is stepping down in November to run for an open state senate seat after 15 years leading the agency.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Collier County Celebrates Picayune Strand Everglades Completion
A cornerstone Everglades restoration project spanning 55,000 acres in Collier County has reached full completion, restoring natural water flows and revitalizing wetlands. The Picayune Strand Restoration Project marks another victory in Florida's massive Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan. Officials hailed the milestone as a model of federal-state collaboration.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Launch Free Hearing Text Alerts
Miami-Dade courts are offering free text message reminders for upcoming hearings. Residents can choose alerts 7 days out, 24 hours before, or both.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Broward County Raising Sheridan Street Bridge Over Turnpike
Broward County will raise the Sheridan Street Bridge by two feet to reduce vehicle collisions. Expect lane closures and nightly traffic diversions during construction.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
A1A Lane Closures Near Diplomat Beach Resort for Pedestrian Bridge Removal
Crews remove a pedestrian bridge at the Diplomat Beach Resort through May 22, closing right lanes on A1A between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Residents Can Now Get Free Court Hearing Alerts by Text
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit now offers free text alerts for Miami-Dade residents about their court hearings, with optional 24-hour reminders.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Six Candidates File for Aventura Commission Seats in 2026 Race
Six candidates have registered for Aventura's 2026 municipal election, which will fill the mayor's seat and three commission positions.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Hallandale Beach Turns 99 on May 14, 2026
Hallandale Beach celebrates its 99th birthday May 14, 2026, tracing its roots to railroad magnate Henry Flagler and settler Luther Halland in the late 1800s.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Hallandale Beach Marks 99 Years Since Railroad Magnate Founded Farming Community
Hallandale Beach marks its 99th anniversary May 14, 2026, tracing its origins to railroad magnate Henry Flagler and farmer Luther Halland.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Drug Court Program Gets National Spotlight
The National Criminal Justice Reference Service highlighted Miami-Dade County's Drug Court program on its website.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Names Vivian Rodriguez-Del Toro Court Administrator
Vivian Rodriguez-Del Toro took over as Court Administrator of Miami's Eleventh Judicial Circuit on December 18, bringing court operations experience to the role.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Offers Free Text Alerts for Hearing Information
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida now offers a free text alert service for hearing information to Miami-Dade County residents.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Open Bidding for Jury Services Contract
Miami-Dade's Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court seeks vendors to handle jury services. The deadline for proposals is August 14, 2024.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Launch Free Hearing Text Alerts
Miami-Dade Courts now offers free text alerts for hearing dates. Residents can sign up through the court's website.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Federal Court Seeks Lawyer for Civil Rights Case in Miami
The federal court in Miami is recruiting a pro bono lawyer for a civil rights case. The plaintiff alleges constitutional violations during family court proceedings.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Judicial Circuit Wins National Recognition for Jury Improvements
The 11th Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade County won national recognition for overhauling its jury service system, including higher pay for jurors and new technology to speed up court processes.
Thursday, May 14, 2026