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Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Indian River County
Seminole County Emergency: What We Know So Far
A significant emergency response for a medical incident in Seminole County involved at least seven units, with no further details yet publicly available.
Shooting Investigation Underway Near Fort Lauderdale Beach: What We Know So Far
A police-involved shooting was reported late Thursday night in Fort Lauderdale, initiating a rapid emergency response near the beach.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Officer Involved Shooting on 1450 Se 17Th St, Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33316, Usa in Fort Lauderdale
Emergency responders were dispatched to an officer involved shooting in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Cardiac Arrest Reported on 4719 Nw 59Th St, Tamarac, FL
Emergency responders were dispatched to a cardiac arrest on 4719 Nw 59Th St, Tamarac, FL, according to emergency dispatch.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Boil Water Notice Issued for Two Addresses on 20th Street
A precautionary boil water notice is in effect for two addresses on 20th Street in Indian River County following a water main repair.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Boil Water Notice Issued for St. Andrews Island Residents
The Indian River County Department of Utility Services issued a precautionary boil water notice Thursday for St. Andrews Island residents following a water main repair.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
County to Hear Amendments to Solid Waste Ordinance
Indian River County commissioners will hear public comment on solid waste ordinance amendments Tuesday, June 16, at 9:05 a.m. in the County Commission Chambers.
Saturday, August 8, 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.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Indian River County Approves New Food Truck Regulations
Indian River County Commissioners approved new food truck allowances and regulations on April 7, 2026, following a public hearing.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Indian River County Legislative Delegation Meets Virtually Jan. 8
The Indian River County Legislative Delegation meets virtually Jan. 8 at 3:30 p.m., chaired by State Senator Erin Grall.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Saturday, August 8, 2026