Prison to PhD: Barry graduate overcomes odds to earn doctorate

A South Florida man took the stage, Saturday, to get his postgraduate degree. His journey was more difficult than most. Applause erupted at the JamesRead More

Broward sheriff on Lauderdale Lakes shooting: ‘We need to be transparent’

Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel explained his decision to release evidence in Wednesday’s deadly deputy-involved shooting in Lauderdale Lakes. Surveillance footage released Friday afternoon showsRead More

Broadway-themed Winterfest Boat Parade lights up Intracoastal

The 46th annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade set sail from Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Saturday, bringing thousands of revelers some holiday fun — withRead More

Sculpture made out of Goya cans unveiled at PAMM

The Pérez Art Museum Miami opened a can of art this weekend. A one-of-a-kind Goya can sculture was unveiled on Saturday. Created by South Florida artistRead More

Fire sparks inside Miami apartment, no injuries

Officials are investigating a fire that broke out inside an apartment building in Miami, Saturday afternoon. Miami Fire Rescue responded to the scene of theRead More

Officer shot at NW Miami-Dade Wal-Mart released from JMH

A South Florida officer who was shot by a suspected shoplifter at a Wal-Mart in Northwest Miami-Dade was released from the hospital, Saturday afternoon. 7NewsRead More

1 man dies, another injured climbing Greece’s Mount Olympus

THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Police say one man has died and another was slightly injured as they attempted to climb Mount Olympus, Greece’s highest mountain.Read More

2 teens hospitalized after North Lauderdale shooting

Rescue crews took two teenagers to the hospital after, officials said, a fistfight led to a shooting in North Lauderdale, Saturday afternoon. Cellphone video capturedRead More

Cool, wet weather greets Miami-Dade locals, visitors amid art events

South Florida residents and visitors alike have been dealing with chilly and soggy weather on this hectic, art-driven weekend. The cooler-than-expected temperatures served as aRead More

Trump hails civil rights heroes; protesters pan his record

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — President Donald Trump paid tribute Saturday to the leaders and foot soldiers of the civil rights movement whose sacrifices help makeRead More