Body found in parking lot of Deerfield Beach Checkers; no foul play suspected at this time, officials say

DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Deputies are investigating after a body was found in the parking lot of a Checkers in Deerfield Beach. 7 Drone Force captured a yellow tarp surrounded by caution tape outside of the business, located near West Hillsboro Boulevard and Military Trail, Tuesday morning.. The Broward...

Paper Trail Ends at Bus Stop: Man Accused of Stealing Toilet Paper From Coral Springs Walmart

A man faces a felony theft charge after allegedly stealing 60 rolls of toilet paper from a Coral Springs Walmart and leaving them at a bus stop. According to a Coral Springs Police Department arrest report, Norman Javier Singletary, 44, of Pompano Beach, was arrested on November 9 on a felony theft charge. Officers responded to the Walmart located at 10635 West Atlantic Boulevard after a loss prevention employee reported seeing a man sprint for the exits with two 30-packs of Charmin toilet paper.

One Of Florida's Oldest Seafood Restaurants Just Outside Of Fort Lauderdale Is A Local And Celebrity Loved Unique Spot

The foodie scene in Florida is impressive, as it boasts multiple restaurants with Michelin stars. In a state surrounded mostly by water, there are plenty of places to get great seafood like stone crab claws, lobster, snapper, and Key West's unexpected signature seafood dish – conch fritters. Some of the best dining establishments in the state also come with interesting history to go along with scrumptious food, like Cap's Place Island Restaurant.

Fort Lauderdale bar burns down, is a 'total loss'

A fire broke out in a downtown Fort Lauderdale bar early Monday morning, then spread to a neighboring business. The fire started around 3 a.m. at Backyard in Fort Lauderdale, which is located at 100 SW 3rd Ave. in the downtown area, according to Local 10 news , and then spread to the nearby PoorHouse bar. Officials said the venue was a " total loss ," according to CBS Miami. The fire was "quickly raised" to a second alarm, and was "brought under control" in around 30 minutes. No injuries were reported, according to WSVN, beyond those of one firefighter that was treated for " minor injuries ." According to CBS Miami, an investigation into the cause of the fire is now underway. Where is Backyard in Fort Lauderdale? Backyard is located at 100 SW 3rd Ave. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } Sarah Perkel is a South Florida Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network's Florida Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY . This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:

5 Best Italian Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, Florida that Will Make You Feel Like You’re in Rome

Fort Lauderdale — a city where the sun glimmers off the Intracoastal, where pastel Art Deco facades meet the salt-washed air, where every block is alive with the laughter of families, the rhythm of salsa, and the scent of something simmering on the breeze. Here, the city’s heart beats in the sway of palms, in the mosaic of cultures — Caribbean, Italian, Brazilian, and dreamers from every corner — all drawn by the promise of warmth, water, and the taste of something unforgettable.

Police Officer Arrested in Florida

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5 Best Restaurants in Sunrise, Florida You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Sunrise, Florida — a city where the sun spills gold over palm-lined boulevards, where pastel homes and mirrored office towers rise from the flatland, and where the air is thick with the scent of mango, barbecue, and ambition. Here, families from every corner of the Americas mingle with snowbirds and dreamers, creating a patchwork of cultures that pulses through every neighborhood. The city’s heartbeat is found in its parks, its bustling Sawgrass Mills, and in the laughter that drifts from backyard gatherings on humid evenings.

Woman arrested after allegedly stabbing her cousin in Deerfield Beach, BSO says

A woman accused of stabbing her cousin in Deerfield Beach was arrested on Saturday, deputies said. Taylor Bostick, 25, was charged with attempted murder. According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, deputies on Saturday received a call about a stabbing near the 100 block of Southwest First Terrace. At the scene,...

Florida Man Arrested on Allegations of Trespassing and Becoming Aggressive with Manager at Popular Fast Casual Chain

The man was arrested after being accused of refusing to leave a Yard House in Boca Raton, Fla. on Nov. 2

Rodent droppings, employee contaminating utensils: 7 South Florida restaurants shut

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Dozens of rodent droppings, including about 78 inside a taco shop, were found at three of seven South Florida restaurants temporarily shut last week. State inspections also cited other pests (roaches and flies), as well as staff hygiene issues, including one employee seen...

Cold front coming to South Florida. When, how low temperatures will go

A " blast of cold air " is expected to hit Florida , according to the National Weather Service Tallahassee, and minimum temperatures in South Florida will dip into the 50s this weekend. Residents can expect temperatures to drop 10 to 15 degrees below historical averages on Friday and Saturday as the cold front moves through the state, said AccuWeather meteorologist Nicholas Arman via email on Nov. 9. The coldest temperatures will most likely arrive on Nov. 15, Sunday morning, Arman said. Shop warm clothing on Amazon High temperatures in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach this weekend Miami : According to the local NWS office, a high near 71 degrees is forecast for Saturday, with a low "around 57" degrees for Saturday night. Sunday will be sunny, with a high near 74 degrees. Fort Lauderdale : According to the local NWS office, a high near 70 degrees is forecast for Saturday, with a low around 56 degrees forecast for Saturday night. Sunday will be sunny, with a high near 73 degrees. West Palm Beach : According to the local NWS office, a high near 68 degrees is forecast for Saturday, with a low around 60 degrees forecast for Saturday

‘I Didn’t Think I Hit Him That Hard’: Man Faces DUI Charges Following Hit-and-Run

A Coconut Creek man faces DUI charges after police tracked him down following an alleged hit-and-run in Coral Springs. According to a Coral Springs Police Department arrest report, Michael Jay Harrison, 50, was arrested November 7 on charges of DUI, DUI causing property damage, and leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage.

Tamarac Man, 37, Accused of Hiding Tracker, Playing Her Secret Car Recordings at Home

A Tamarac woman told Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies that her ex-boyfriend secretly recorded her private phone conversations and played them back through a speaker inside their home, then planted a tracking device on her car to monitor her movements after their breakup. Deputies arrested 37-year-old Valerio Jeanty of Tamarac and booked him into the Broward County Main Jail following a roughly weeklong investigation that began in late October.

The Original 1964 Secret Batter Is Still The Star At This Boca Raton Fried Chicken Joint

Chicken livers, gizzards, and a house sauce with the founder’s name on it. That lineup alone tells you this counter is serious about fried chicken. The chicken gets fried right there behind the counter. The menu sticks to chicken and homestyle sides, like mashed potatoes and coleslaw. Seating is tiny, so most folks carry their meal home.

Police activity shuts down I-95 exit ramp after apparent crash on Sunrise Boulevard

Large fire tears through popular Fort Lauderdale nightclub "Backyard"

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the blaze.

Tanker crash on Florida's Turnpike leads to traffic nightmare in Broward

Currently, the Florida's Turnpike at the Sawgrass Expressway in Broward County has reopened after hours of closure.

Boynton Beach man becomes third arrested in alleged $32M Delray Beach THC scheme

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A third suspect was arrested Friday in a multimillion-dollar drug and money laundering investigation involving a Delray Beach business, "Not Your Bakery." Michael Carey Ives, 33, is accused of helping operate a nationwide THC distribution business that investigators say disguised illegal marijuana products as...

Families Stock Up On Fresh Pastries And Spices At This Florida Market And Bakery

The pita bread here comes out of an oven right up front, where shoppers can watch it get made. I can’t imagine a better way to start a grocery run. That warm bread shares the room with spinach pies, trays of baklava, and shelves of imported Middle Eastern groceries. There’s also a deli counter turning out shawarma, falafel, and kibbeh for anyone too hungry to wait until dinner.

Boat electronics stolen in two Pompano Beach thefts, BSO says

Boat owner Jon Martin says thieves cut wiring and took speakers, amplifiers, and Garmin screens, causing $45,000 in damage, and a similar theft happened over the weekend.