Broward School Board won’t investigate inappropriate touching allegations, leaving it to state

The Broward School Board voted unanimously Tuesday not to pursue an outside investigation of two board members accused of inappropriate touching, leaving it up to the state’s ethics commission to … Click to Continue » ... Read More

King tides could slow drainage, cause additional flooding in Fort Lauderdale

King tides have returned to South Florida, adding another burden to the area’s drainage system after last week’s floods. Alone, the tides are not a cause for widespread concern, forecasters say. King tides, which happen when the full moon tides coincide with the moon’s proximity to Earth during its orbit, are typically more pronounced in the fall, not spring. So far, there have been no reports of flooding this week. Advertisement “Most areas are running below predicted, which... Read More

Died: Charles Stanley, In Touch Preacher Who Led with Stubborn Faith

First Baptist Church Atlanta pastor lived by the motto “Obey God and leave all the consequences to him.” Charles Stanley once took a punch to the face for his church. The longtime pastor and oft-praised preacher, who died on Tuesday at age 90, fought hard to lead in his Southern Baptist congregation, earning him a reputation for faithful obstinacy, a commitment to following God’s will, and a life of devout prayer. He frequently repeated his life motto, which he learned from his... Read More

Died: Charles Stanley, First Baptist Church Atlanta Pastor Who Led with Stubborn Faith

In Touch preacher lived by the motto “Obey God and leave all the consequences to him.” Charles Stanley once took a punch to the face for his church. The longtime pastor and oft-praised preacher, who died on Tuesday at age 90, fought hard to lead in his Southern Baptist congregation, earning him a reputation for faithful obstinacy, a commitment to following God’s will, and a life of devout prayer. He frequently repeated his life motto, which he learned from his grandfather:... Read More

Children’s Trust announces nearly $400 million in funds to help Miami-Dade school kids

Support is on the way to Miami-Dade’s children. The Children’s Trust 33-member board of directors announced that a $383 million funding allocation to support 143 after-school and summer camp programs … Click to Continue » ... Read More

A Miami-Dade middle school teacher touched, messaged and gave gifts to a student, cops say

From a special stash of snacks to sexual social media messages to inappropriate touching, a department head at a Miami-Dade middle school pursued an inappropriate relationship with a 13-year-old student … Click to Continue » ... Read More

25 very specific things to like about Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is entering silver-anniversary territory. The theme park will mark 25 years of operation Saturday. Rather than rehashing two of the attraction’s biggest draws — its animals and its deep dive into authenticity — let’s tighten the focus. Here are 25 very specific things and moments to enjoy about Animal Kingdom. Advertisement Lions basking in the sun on the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction. When the “Hakuna Matata”/tumble monkeys segment of... Read More

King tides might cause more flooding in Fort Lauderdale. Here’s what you need to know

South Florida could soon see more flooding after last week’s historic rainfall — but it’s not because another big storm is expected to pound the region, according to authorities. More … Click to Continue » ... Read More