Crime & Public Safety

06/09/2026 · Miami-Dade County

DeSantis promotes law enforcement recruiting program with signing bonuses to fill vacancies

Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted Florida's law enforcement recruiting initiative that offers signing bonuses and other incentives to attract police officers from within and outside the state, according to the governor's office. The Republican governor promoted the ongoing program as a public safety pr

06/06/2026

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State emergency management agency updates hurricane preparedness guidance ahead of peak season

The Florida Division of Emergency Management has released updated preparedness guidance for residents and local governments as the state enters the most active period of hurricane season, officials announced. The updated resources focus on evacuation planning, special needs registration, and enhanc

06/06/2026

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Florida emergency officials boost disaster preparedness amid concerns over federal funding changes

Florida emergency management officials are ramping up disaster preparedness efforts ahead of peak storm and flood season while community leaders express concern about potential reductions in federal disaster assistance funding. State emergency officials are increasing preparedness activities and pu

06/06/2026

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Florida emergency officials prepare for active hurricane season with updated evacuation plans

Florida emergency management officials are ramping up preparations for what forecasters predict will be an active hurricane season, with state and local agencies coordinating multi-county evacuation plans and updating disaster response protocols. The Florida Division of Emergency Management is work

06/06/2026

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Florida emergency officials release updated hurricane preparedness guidance as peak season arrives

The Florida Division of Emergency Management has published updated hurricane preparedness guidance as the state enters the peak months of hurricane season, emphasizing the importance of evacuation planning and emergency supplies for residents and businesses. The agency released the updated informat

06/05/2026

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Florida law enforcement launches coordinated crackdown on illegal street racing under new penalties

Florida law enforcement agencies have begun coordinated operations targeting organized street racing and intersection takeovers across multiple metropolitan areas, backed by recent legislation that significantly increases penalties for participants and organizers. The crackdown comes as state offic

06/05/2026