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FORT LAUDERDALE -- A man was in custody Tuesday afternoon after the Fort Lauderdale SWAT team was called to a home for a report of a suspect inside a home and refusing to leave.Police were called to the 1200 block of NW 23rd Terrace before noon.No injuries were reported but there was a large police presence outside the house while officers negotiated with the person inside.Officials said the person was known to suffer from mental health issues in the past. Police at the scene said they were investigating reports the man may have hurt a relative's pet dog.

A recent incident in Fort Lauderdale has cast a spotlight on the dangers of high-speed driving in residential areas. A woman lost control of her Jeep, which sped through a neighborhood, breached a fence, and crashed into an Airbnb-listed home on the 2300 block of Southwest 36th Avenue. The dramatic event thankfully resulted in no fatalities, as the property was unoccupied, but the driver sustained serious injuries and is currently in stable condition at Broward Health Medical Center. This crash is a stark reminder of the risks that come with high-speed driving in community zones.

In the quiet of a Monday morning in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the screech of tires and sirens shattered the peace as a high-speed police chase ensued, concluding with a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Commercial Boulevard and Powerline Road. The pursuit, initiated by Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) deputies, targeted a silver Toyota Camry related to an aggravated assault case. The chase spanned eastbound from State Road 7, eventually culminating in a crash that halted traffic and resulted in injuries to a BSO deputy and several civilians, including a woman. The driver of the Camry was apprehended after fleeing on foot, with the full extent of the injuries and the ongoing investigation still unfolding.

A 33-year-old man was arrested following a fatal hit-and-run incident in FortLauderdale, raising alarming questions about road safety and law enforcement. A Fort Lauderdale man stands accused of causing a fatal hit-and-run accident while allegedly driving on a suspended license. The incident, which took place in May 2022, has sent shockwaves through the community and raised serious questions about road safety and law enforcement.

The 64-year-old allegedly threw a printer and an eye examination machine after failing his vision test.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A convicted murderer already on Florida’s death row for the 1998 slaying of one woman is now charged with a second killing that happened two weeks later, with investigators believing he may be tied to even more deaths. The Broward County Sheriff’s Office...

A woman was arrested on Sunday on charges of grand theft after she allegedly used a "female emergency" to steal a Fort Lauderdale man’s Rolex last year.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. – Authorities arrested a man in Fort Lauderdale, accusing him of impersonating a police officer. That man, identified as Brian Kelly, has an extensive criminal history, including another arrest last month for possession of stolen property. Kelly refused to appear in front of a Broward County...

• A woman named Rebeca Navarro Rodriguez was arrested in Miramar, Florida. • She robbed a local Publix store and threatened to blow it up. • Rodriguez handed a cashier a note demanding cash and fled the scene.

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• A woman driving a Jeep crashed through a fence, flew over a pool, and plowed into a home in Fort Lauderdale. • The crash occurred in the 2300 block of Southwest 36th Avenue.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - A teen got quite the scare at a South Florida fair when she said the latch holding her in her seat failed and ended the night at the hospital with her mother. A cell phone camera recorded as Riley and her mother Anita Young rode...

MARATHON, Fla. – Three men affiliated with the Outlaws Motorcycle Club biker gang were arrested after a traffic stop in the Florida Keys turned up guns and drugs on Monday, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. MCSO spokesperson Adam Linhardt said deputies arrested Kyle Raidel Arriete, 32,...

Anthony Vitolo, in partnership with hospitality pro Rob Crosoli, has debuted his latest restaurant, Vitolo, at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach hotel. Vitolo, known for his role as executive chef and partner at Manhattan’s Emilio’s Ballato — a favorite of Lenny Kravitz, Rihanna, Barack Obama, and yes, Taylor Swift — brings his red-sauce style Italian cuisine to Broward County.

The recent arrest of two individuals linked to a real estate scam in South Florida has shed light on the larger issue of fraudulent activities within the property market. Dennis Wendell Jones and Woodard Ira Warren were accused of defrauding new homeowners by selling non-existent luxury townhomes through their company 'Omni Development.' Collecting over $1 million in deposits, the pair promised high-end amenities near the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino but failed to own the land, obtain permits, or create site plans, leading to multiple victims and suspicions of a broader criminal operation.

On May 18, 2022, a grim manifestation of a growing epidemic occurred on West Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. A 33-year-old Fort Lauderdale resident, Bryan Robert, was involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a male pedestrian. Driving a Chevrolet Traverse, Robert fled the scene, leaving behind the victim who ultimately succumbed to his injuries. This incident, marked by the swift capture of Robert thanks to a vigilant witness and ensuing charges for his departure from the scene, punctuates the urgent conversation surrounding the surge in hit-and-run cases nationwide.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - Fire rescue crews in Fort Lauderdale battled a blaze inside an apartment building. According to Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue, the fire broke out Saturday afternoon in a fourth-floor unit at the Ora Flagler Village complex along the 600 block of Northeast Third Avenue. Officials said...

In this article, we explore four exceptional gastropubs located in Fort Lauderdale. Have you had the chance to visit any of these establishments? If you have, we'd love to hear about your experiences. Please share your thoughts in the comments section below!

In this article, we explore eight delightful Greek restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. Have you had the opportunity to dine at any of these establishments yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts! Please feel free to share your experiences in the comments section below.

MIRAMAR, FLA. (WSVN) - Miramar Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a porch pirate caught on camera stealing packages in the River Run community. The suspect, who police said is responsible for at least three thefts, may be linked to additional incidents. The thefts were captured on...