Alec Novak

The U.S. Justice Department is stepping up efforts to recover millions of dollars tied to a major foreign corruption and money laundering scheme involving a former Miami-based Merrill Lynch broker and his father, an Ecuadorian official. According to a report by Local 10 News, the investigation has led to the discovery that a multitude of Miami-Dade County assets, including real estate, possibly funded by bribes from Brazilian and Ecuadorian companies, are now under scrutiny.

It's official: a simple banana, taped to a wall with duct tape and a bit of art world flair, sold for $6.2 million at a New York City auction. The piece, titled "Comedian" was created by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan and has, since its 2019 debut at Art Basel Miami Beach, become a symbol of both cultural and financial fascination. According to the

As Thanksgiving approaches, Broward County Animal Care is gearing up for a special holiday event to provide a feast for the shelter animals under its care. According to their recent announcement, the agency is holding a "Pawsgiving Feast" on Tuesday, November 26, and is seeking donations from the community to help make the occasion memorable for the furry residents awaiting adoption. The shelter's wishlist includes uncooked frozen turkeys, canned green beans, pumpkin, and yams without added salts or sugars, stuffing mix that's devoid of onions, and whipped cream—all to prepare a pet-friendly Thanksgiving meal.

Tragedy struck on Southern Boulevard in western Palm Beach County when three Palm Beach County Sheriff's motorcycle deputies were hit by a vehicle while conducting traffic enforcement, leading to the death of two deputies. A third deputy has been reported in critical condition. The ominous scene was captured by aerial footage which showed the wreckage of the department-issued motorcycles lying in ruin next to a dark-colored SUV.

Heading into the Thanksgiving holiday, Miami residents and visitors will need to adjust their travel plans as Miami-Dade Transit announces changes in service for the holiday. According to a release from the Miami-Dade County government, on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, public transportation services provided by the Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) will follow a Sunday schedule.

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners has undergone a significant change in leadership following the election of two influential figures within its ranks - Commissioner Anthony Rodriguez, taking on the role of Chairman, and Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee stepping up as Vice Chairman. The announcement comes after a unanimous vote by the board yesterday, reported Miami-Dade County District 10.

As Art Week Miami Beach approaches, the city has announced new transportation options to help visitors and locals navigate the expected high traffic volumes. For the first time, complimentary water taxis and dedicated shuttle buses will be available, facilitating transit between Miami Beach and downtown Miami, as well as to various art fairs around the city.

Miami Beach will host Art Week from December 2 to 8, showcasing public art installations, exhibitions, events, and glamorous parties. As reported by the

The City of Fort Lauderdale is implementing a new noise ordinance to address loud bass sounds from bars that disrupt nearby residents. On Tuesday, city commissioners approved the regulation, which sets a cap on the decibel levels of low-frequency sounds, such as the thumping bass that often escapes from local bars and reaches nearby homes.

An intersection in Pembroke Pines became the scene of a multi-vehicle collision today, involving a fire truck from the Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue and two other vehicles. The incident took place at the crossroads of Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road, according to authorities.