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Restaurant owner who previously lashed out over Dirty Dining report gets Clean Plate award
DAVIE, Fla. – A South Florida restaurant owner who went on a verbal tirade and lashed out at Local 10′s Jeff Weinsier is back in the news again -- this time for all the right reasons. In January, Joe Lay, the owner of Esposito’s New York Coal Fired...
‘The pains of progress’: Parts of Sawgrass Expressway could be widened to 10 lanes
The state is embarking on a plan to widen the Sawgrass Expressway from north of Sample Road to west of State Road 7. This stretch connects I-75 with Florida’s Turnpike and currently is six lanes overall. Under the plan, it will become 10 lanes along the stretch targeted for widening. And although the construction duration hasn’t been projected yet, residents were told by state officials at a ...
Firefighters Douse Blaze at Cooper City Home, No Injuries as State Fire Marshal Investigates Cause
Fire ripped through a Cooper City home early Friday morning, sending firefighters scrambling to contain the flames that had taken hold of the structure's garage and attic. The inferno was first reported just after 7:40 a.m. at 11523 SW 53rd Place. Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue crews arrived on the scene to find the garage, which was converted into a bedroom, engulfed in flames, with the fire quickly spreading to the attic space above, According to WSVN.
Luther Campbell isn’t running for Congress. With no opponent, Cherfilus-McCormick automatically wins reelection.
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick automatically won a new term in Congress on Friday when Luther Campbell — who’d been hyping a potential candidacy for weeks — failed to qualify as a candidate. With no other candidate coming forward to challenge the Broward-Palm Beach county Democrat by the deadline, Cherfilus-McCormick is headed back to the House. She’s the only Florida member of Congress ...
A good sign for renters? Competition may not be as fierce as before in South Florida
While home prices continue to soar, the rental market may be cooling down in South Florida, providing renters much-needed relief. The Miami-metropolitan area, which includes Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, saw the most significant decrease in the median cost of rent from the first part of 2023 to the first part of 2024, out of the 75 most populated metropolitan areas across the ...
Pompano Beach Arts to Celebrate Haitian Heritage Month
The month of May is nationally recognized as Haitian Heritage Month, and Pompano Beach Arts will honor the artistic influence of the beautiful Caribbean nation with some very special events, held at various venues throughout the city. Spanning everything from visual art through dance and music, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
2 men sought after fight, shooting over parking spot at Miramar Publix
MIRAMAR — Police need help finding two men they said fought another man over a parking spot at a Broward County grocery store last week.According to Miramar Police, the men began fighting inside the parking lot of the Publix near the corner of Miramar Parkway and Palm Ave on Friday.In a video shared by police, one of the suspects pulls out his gun and fires it near the victim's head before driving away in a silver Mercury Marauder.If anyone can identify the suspects, they are asked to call Broward County Crime Stoppers at (954) 493-TIPS (8477). Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible for a $5,000 reward for helping the investigation.
50 walk away from burning double-decker bus on I-595 in Davie
MIAMI - About 50 people are lucky to be alive Friday afternoon after the double-decker bus they were in caught fire, shutting down the westbound lanes of I-595 in Davie.It happened before 3 p.m. near Nob Hill Road. CBS News Miami's Nikiya Carrero interviewed two of the tourists who say they were headed to the Everglades, but they never made it.Edward McElduff, visiting from the UK, said "It was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. I started thinking about my fiancé and my wedding that I got coming up. Sort of started accepting defeat." McElduff, along with his...
Dog scratching or scooting? Here's what you can do about it
MIAMI - If you have noticed your dog is scratching or scooting across the floor, it might be time to make a trip to the veterinarian. Allergy season is here, and visits to the vet to combat the issues allergies cause, are on the rise. CBS News Miami spoke with dog owners and a local veterinarian about what they are seeing and what can be done about it. Christine Birch says, "I took her to the vet. She was a little bit itchy. They said maybe it's food, maybe it's the environment." Carlos Giraldo experienced something similar. "The last three months...
The rebirth of Old Town
Pompano Beach – As city officials work to create a new downtown, the city’s original is experiencing a rebirth. New businesses, including the Soulful Steep Teahouse and South Bar & Kitchen, have moved over the last year and more are planning to open their doors. Both also incorporate the history of the city, with a 100-year-old Banyan tree as the centerpiece of South Bar’s outdoor dining space, and The Soulful Steep Tea House operating in the same space as the Rose Tea Room in the 1920s, according to the Pompano Beach Historical Society.
Sugar Factory restaurant just opened in Delray Beach has celebrity connections
Celebrities linked to the Sugar Factory include Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Britney Spears, Drake, Bruno Mars, Snoop Dogg, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Nick Jonas, Pitbull and Eva Longoria. Palm Beach Post. The Sugar Factory restaurant, known throughout the world for its celebrity endorsements and drinks served in goblets, is officially...
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