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With numbers running out in the 305 and 786 area codes in Miami-Dade County and the Florida Keys, state regulators said Friday that new phone customers in the region will receive a 645 area code.
The number of Florida hospital inpatients with COVID-19 continues to drop.
Major League Baseball is only four days from management's Monday night deadline for a deal to salvage opening day and a 162-game season.
President Joe Biden has selected court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, who has roots in South Florida, as his nominee to the Supreme Court.
Before Trayvon Martin became the face of a movement, he was a boy from Miami Gardens who loved football, babies and his mother.
Rep. Michele Rayner, a St. Petersburg Democrat who is an attorney, said the measure would benefit people such as clients she has represented.
House members voted 105-10 to pass the measure (HB 105), while a similar proposal is pending in the Senate.
The Florida House on Thursday passed an education measure that would prohibit instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades, as Republicans disputed a "don't say gay" moniker that critics gave the bill.
The Florida House on Thursday unanimously passed a bill that would lead to new inspection requirements for condominium buildings after the deadly collapse last year of the Champlain Towers South building in Surfside.
Now that Russia has invaded Ukraine, the aggression may mean higher prices at the grocery store and at the pump.
The Florida House on Thursday unanimously passed a proposal that would ask voters to increase homestead property-tax exemptions for first responders, teachers and military members, with the issue expected to go before a key Senate committee Monday.
Gov. Ron DeSantis drew rock-star cheers Thursday as he declared Florida "the citadel of freedom" and played up his conservative credentials while opening the four-day Conservative Political Action Conference in Orlando.
The Florida Department of Health on Thursday published a proposed change that would reduce the number of days that students with COVID-19 are directed to remain out of school.
Overriding objections from Democrats who called the measure "wrong on all levels," the Republican-controlled Florida House on Thursday passed a bill that would limit how race-related concepts are taught in schools and in workplace training sessions.
The Florida Senate is ready to take up a plan to revamp elections laws, the latest chapter in a heavily partisan battle that has raged since 2020.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Dave Warren says Friday will be partly cloudy with afternoon highs in the mid-80s. Two fronts will arrive over the weekend, bringing cooler, drier air.
Steve Maugeri reports long lines formed at Sawgrass Mills as shoppers waited to get into their favorite stores.
Leigh Burgess, author of "Be Bold Today," says the present moment is all that we have and you should not put off your joy, happiness and being aligned with who you are.
Steve Maugeri reports at Sawgrass Mills, shoppers lined up before dawn to be the first inside their favorite stores.
The Volusia Co. Sheriff's Office said the man was shooting at condos and deputies near Ormond-By-The-Sea. He was fatally shot during a stand-off with SWAT.
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
The incident happened around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Elon Musk has spent significant time at President-elect Donald Trump's Florida club.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
Elon Musk has spent significant time at President-elect Donald Trump's Florida club.
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
"Whatever bumps and bruises we were suffering, we put it all aside and celebrated Thanksgiving in Nantucket," President Biden wrote in his 2017 book "Promise Me, Dad."
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Jim devotes the entire half hour to an interview with Miami State Representative Danny Perez who was sworn in this week as the Speaker of the Florida House.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
From turkey, to mashed potatoes, stuffing and pies, many are ending Thanksgiving with full stomachs and refrigerators.
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
The Jon M. Chu-directed movie raked in an estimated $162 million at the box office worldwide during its opening weekend.
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.