Florida Power & Light and numerous groups and businesses have hammered out a proposed settlement that would increase base electric rates over the next four
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Miami-Dade restaurants feel the heat of summer slowdown
It’s a tough summer for Miami-Dade’s dining scene. Fan favorites, buzzed-about newcomers and trusted go-tos are closing their doors as the seasonal slump hits harder
As food prices climb, South Florida families look for smart spending strategies
With inflation driving up the cost of nearly everything, especially groceries, working families across South Florida are feeling the financial squeeze and adjusting their spending
Summer money tips: Here’s how to keep more cash in your pocket
Summer may bring sunshine and free time, but it can also burn a hole in your wallet if you’re not careful. Between impulsive online shopping,
Overnight lines, safety concerns at Sunrise DMV as Broward prepares for 2026 takeover
Broward County’s DMV offices remain under state control until the county tax collector assumes operations next summer, but some residents say the current conditions at
6 arrested in Miami-Dade insurance fraud crackdown, MDSO says
Six people, including a husband and wife and two brothers, were arrested in what the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is calling the first of many operations
Buy now, pay later: Interest-free payment plans gain popularity but carry risks
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More Americans getting spam calls after credit pulled for mortgage loan
No one likes getting spam phone calls, but they can be particularly bad for people looking to buy a home. CBS News Miami research director
Miami-Dade officials warn of DMV text scam targeting residents
Miami-Dade officials are sounding the alarm on a growing text message scam that falsely claims to be from the DMV, warning residents that their licenses
Festival Marketplace in Pompano Beach gets ready to close after nearly 40 years
After nearly four decades in operation, the Festival Marketplace, also known as the Festival Flea Market, will close its doors for good at the end