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For thousands of low-income individuals across the US, the Federal Lifeline Assistance Program has made it possible to afford monthly phone service.
The Federal Lifeline Assistance Program's benefits extend to those who are experiencing temporary financial hardship or those who live on a low fixed income.
A 14-year-old boy who was struck in a hit and run was released from the hospital Wednesday—two and a half months after the accident which claimed the life of his younger brother.
A local daredevil is taking viewers to extreme heights.
An early-morning robbery at a CVS in Hollywood is likely connected to Sunday's robbery of a Walgreens in Dania Beach, according to BSO investigators.
The Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery at a Walgreens in Dania Beach that was caught on camera.
Broward detectives are on the hunt for two armed robbers with an unusual method of breaking in to cash advance businesses across Broward County.
Truckloads of dirt containing toxic asbestos began leaving a staging area just south of the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International airport Monday.
Zachary Benjamins, the accused hit and run driver that ran down two brothers, killing one, is out of jail after his bond was reduced.
The man accused of running down a pair of brothers, killing one, appeared in court Thursday, wanting his bond reduced so that he could get out of jail.
A woman is in custody in connection to a Dania Beach homicide that happened late last night.
Amid the search for the driver who ran over two young brothers, one of the victim's died just days before Christmas.
The parents of two boys injured in a hit and run in Dania Beach passed out flyers in the streets Monday night to search for the driver responsible for the crash.
Broward Sheriff's Deputies took to the streets on Friday in hopes of getting more information on a driver who hit two Dania Beach children leaving them fighting for their lives.
A Dania Beach family is pleading to the public for more information to help find the driver who hit their two boys.
Through song, words of support and with candles in hand, dozens gathered on Wednesday evening to pray for the recovery of two brothers left for dead after a hit and run crash in Dania Beach earlier this week.
Seasonal high tides, combined with a full moon and high winds over the last few day, have taken a toll on Ft. Lauderdale's beach.
A teenager and a five-year-old child were struck by a vehicle Monday night in Dania Beach.
After almost two days of searching, the man accused of several carjackings and a double shooting--one fatal--was caught Wednesday and is expected in federal court Thursday.
Authorities have now arrested a man wanted for following a woman and then robbing her outside her Dania Beach home at knifepoint.
The Broward Sheriff's Office is searching for a man who held a woman at knife point and robbed her after following her home from a gas station.
A Broward Sheriff's SWAT team was called to a stand off in Dania Beach where a man had barricaded himself inside a home with a small child.
roward Sheriff's Deputies are searching for two men who tried to steal money from a check cashing store in Dania Beach Friday morning.
Virtual reality has been heralded as the next step in technological advancement. Companies have promised the seamless integration of the real and unreal. But is VR ready to make the leap?
The Broward Sheriff's Office has released the name of the Plantation man who died Monday after he was struck by a Tri-Rail train.
The South Florida law enforcement community is mourning the loss of two veteran Palm Beach County deputies who were killed in a tragic crash on Thursday morning, with a third deputy remaining in critical condition.
AAA is forecasting travel will be in record numbers.
A Miami man is facing serious charges after being accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting an elderly woman on Thursday.
Candace Allison Brown, of Weston, is a teacher at Sawgrass Adventist School.
A crash involving a Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue vehicle disrupted traffic at Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road on Friday afternoon, closing part of the roadway.
The South Florida law enforcement community is mourning the loss of two veteran Palm Beach County deputies who were killed in a tragic crash on Thursday morning, with a third deputy remaining in critical condition.
AAA is forecasting travel will be in record numbers.
A Miami man is facing serious charges after being accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting an elderly woman on Thursday.
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.
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, is Donald Trump's new pick to serve as U.S. attorney general.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
The suit claims McMahon and others at the WWE were aware of misconduct decades ago and negligent in failing to prevent it.
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.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
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.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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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
Brittany Brave knows one thing for certain: When she takes the stage, a Miami joke is inevitable.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.