MIAMI — Josh Bell singled with the bases loaded in the 10th inning to give the Miami Marlins a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night. Christian Bethancourt’s sacrifice bunt against reliever Mitch White (1-1) advanced automatic runner Vidal Brujan to third. Jazz Chisholm Jr. was intentionally walked and stole second. Bryan De La Cruz drew an intentional walk before Bell hit a grounder to right field that scored Brujan. Tanner Scott (4-4) allowed a leadoff walk to... Read More
Broward School Board to consider $202,000 superintendent exit package
Peter Licata may officially lose his title as Broward schools superintendent Tuesday and could become an adviser and then a consultant under a proposed $202,000 separation agreement the School Board plans to discuss. A proposal negotiated between Licata and Board Chairwoman Lori Alhadeff seeks to bring clarity about the role, duties and costs of Licata, whose last day working as superintendent was five weeks ago. Since then, Licata and the district have been in prolonged separation... Read More
$25 million plan takes shape for drug-recovery aid in Palm Beach County
A legal battle has resulted in more than $25 million in the form of settlement funds for Palm Beach County, which may be used to aid in addressing the ramifications of the opioid epidemic, county documents show. Palm Beach County wants to help curb the drug-related hardships faced by the community. During a workshop Tuesday, county commissioners will be presented with recommendations on how to ensure the $25 million in funds goes far. “Until we fix the addiction problem that is manmade,... Read More
Miami’s state attorney hires an ethics expert as defense attorneys demand reforms
Facing allegations that rogue prosecutors operate freely in her office, Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle has hired the county ethics chief to join her leadership team, and is considering … Click to Continue » ... Read More
He was busted hiding in a South Florida home. Now, convicted Ponzi schemer faces prison
Volodimyr Pigida was a shifty guy. In late 2022, a federal jury found him guilty of ripping off about $11 million from thousands of people who fell prey to his … Click to Continue » ... Read More
Courting Cuban voters, Rick Scott says Biden ‘turned his back’ on Latin America
U.S. Sen. Rick Scott used a campaign stop in Hialeah Gardens on Monday to rebuke President Joe Biden over his approach to Cuba and democracy in Latin America, accusing the … Click to Continue » ... Read More
The finalists are in for South Florida’s best burger spot — now it’s time to vote!
You can always count on a burger to occupy a menu spot just about anywhere. Sports bars, diners, food trucks, concession stands, fast-food chains, festivals, casual dining and high-end restaurants all offer their own versions to satisfy that craving for a juicy burger covered in all sorts of toppings. As May is National Hamburger Month, we thought it the perfect time to grill our readers about their favorite go-to burger spots for the next Best of South Florida Dining series. With so many... Read More
Broward middle schooler accused of falsely reporting school shooting
A 13-year-old girl was arrested Friday after she allegedly called 911 and falsely reported a shooting at her middle school in Dania Beach, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said. The girl reported a shooting at Olsen Middle School on Friday afternoon and “told the dispatcher she was joking but the call had already disconnected,” the Sheriff’s Office said in a news release Monday. A 911 dispatcher called the student back but she said she did not answer “because she was scared.” Dania... Read More
Jesus is their savior, Trump is their candidate. Ex-president’s backers say he shares faith, values
By PETER SMITH (Associated Press) As Donald Trump increasingly infuses his campaign with Christian trappings while coasting to a third Republican presidential nomination, his support is as strong as ever among evangelicals and other conservative Christians. “Trump supports Jesus, and without Jesus, America will fall,” said Kimberly Vaughn of Florence, Kentucky, as she joined other supporters of the former president entering a campaign rally near Dayton, Ohio. Many of the T-shirts and... Read More
Have you seen the Everglades Skunk Ape? It’s just been named a top attraction in the US
The Everglades Skunk Ape has gone national. The headquarters for the mysterious creature has been named one of the top roadside attractions in the country by USA Today’s “10 Best” … Click to Continue » ... Read More