Community News
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · Doral
Fort Lauderdale Brush Fire: Rapid Response Underway on SW 4th Ave
Emergency crews are actively responding to a brush fire reported at 340 SW 4th Ave in Fort Lauderdale, with a significant deployment underway.
Pinellas Park Blaze: Escalated Response to Ulmerton Road Vehicle Fire
Multiple emergency units are now responding to a vehicle fire on Ulmerton Road in Pinellas Park, indicating an escalated response to the incident.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Saint Petersburg Gas Leak Continues: Updated Response Efforts Underway
Emergency crews are actively responding to a gas leak at 633 8 St N #2 in Saint Petersburg, with Engine 3 on scene for assessment and management.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Medical Emergency in Pinellas Park
Crews responded to a medical emergency in Pinellas Park on Monday night.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Press Conference Details Unavailable
A scheduled press conference from May cannot be covered without details about what was announced or decided.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts to Swear in New Citizens on April 12
Miami-Dade County Courts will host a naturalization ceremony April 12, where Judge Lody Jean administers the Oath of Allegiance to new U.S. citizens.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Dade County Bar Association, recognizing her decade-long tenure leading Florida's Eleventh Judicial Circuit.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Hold Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Miami-Dade County Courts will naturalize new U.S. citizens on April 12 at the downtown courthouse, with the ceremony open to the public.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto received the Dade County Bar Association's highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, for her 11-year tenure leading Florida's Eleventh Judicial Circuit.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Host Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Judge Lody Jean will preside over Miami-Dade's naturalization ceremony on April 12, where new citizens will take the Oath of Allegiance at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Hold Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Judge Lody Jean will preside over a naturalization ceremony April 12 at Miami-Dade's main courthouse, where new citizens will take the Oath of Allegiance.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto, who has led Miami-Dade's trial courts since 2013, received the Dade County Bar Association's highest honor for legal professionals.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Kissimmee Man Sentenced to 21 Months for Wire Fraud
A Kissimmee man pleaded guilty to wire fraud and was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison, with orders to forfeit more than $640,000.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Hialeah Looks to Future as City Marks Centennial
Hialeah marks its centennial, with the city's youngest mayor outlining a vision for the future based on integrity, reform, and progress.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
St. Johns River District Declares Phase III Water Shortage for West Flagler
West Flagler residents face a Phase III Extreme Water Shortage as the St. Johns River Water Management District responds to severe drought conditions.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Archbishop Coakley Condemns Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner
Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, condemned the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and called for prayers.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Wednesday, July 29, 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.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Star Orthodontics Expands Treatment Options in Miami-Dade
Dr. Arturo Mosquera's Star Orthodontics provides braces, clear aligners, and surgical orthodontics to Miami-Dade patients, using digital imaging and flexible payment options.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Survey: 428 Men Preparing for Priesthood Cite Prayer, Encouragement
A new survey of 428 men preparing for priesthood this year shows strong prayer practices and the decisive role personal encouragement plays in religious vocations.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Kendall Breeze Primary Care Opens in Miami-Dade With Two Doctors on Staff
Kendall Breeze Primary Care opens at 12395 SW 137th Ave. in Miami, offering primary care services through Dr. Olga Lidia Garcia and nurse practitioner Wanda J. Rodriguez.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Type 2 Diabetes Affects Many Miami-Dade Residents. Here's What to Know.
Type 2 diabetes affects many Miami-Dade residents. Doctors recommend lifestyle changes and medication to manage the condition and prevent serious complications.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026