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Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz announced she’s moving her reelection bid to Florida’s newly drawn 20th District in Broward County, a seat long associated with Black representation after Cherfilus-McCormick’s resignation; the move has drawn backlash from rivals, with Cherfilus-McCormick running again and several Black candidates entering the race as Republicans redraw maps to make CD-20 more competitive.
Two wildfires in Broward and Miami-Dade counties continue burning, with the Max Road Fire around 5,000 acres and about 20% contained and the 172nd Avenue Fire around 210 acres and about 30% contained; officials warn air quality and visibility could worsen as crews work to contain the blazes, with no evacuations ordered but road closures and traffic disruptions in the area.
Social media influencer Sophie Hall testified in Broward during opening statements of her civil suit accusing former Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill of breaking her leg during a 2023 backyard football drill at his Southwest Ranches home; Hill’s defense argued she volunteered to visit and assumed the risk, and referenced alleged personal details; testimony will continue the next day.
Former Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill appeared in a Broward County civil court as he faces a lawsuit by influencer Sophie Hall, who alleges he deliberately fractured her leg during a 2023 football lesson; Hill denies causing the injury and says Hall was negligent and assumed the risks, with jury selection underway for what is described as a two-week trial.
Opening statements in a Broward County civil case allege former Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill battered influencer Sophie Hall during a June 2023 drill at Hill's Southwest Ranches home, causing a fractured tibia; Hill’s defense says Hall tripped on a dog and that the contact was part of a supervised drill, with Hall seeking more than $50,000 in damages and testimony continuing.
A decade-long insider trading scheme netted tens of millions and led to charges against 30 people in two indictments, including South Florida residents such as Gavryel Silverstein (Hollywood) and several Broward/Miami-Dade defendants. Federal prosecutors say corporate attorneys Nourafchan and Yadgarov recruited insiders, paid kickbacks, and fed a network of traders who used confidential information from nearly 30 mergers and acquisitions. Arrests were made for 19 defendants, with two others on the run in Russia and Israel. Proceeds were moved via cash, shell companies, and offshore entities, disguising payments as loans; defendants face securities fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering charges that could result in decades in federal prison.
The Broward County State Attorney, Harold F. Pryor, plans to vacate up to 2,600 convictions from a controversial 1988-1990 drug sting operation by the Broward County Sheriff's Office, which was declared unlawful in 1993. The operation involved manufacturing and selling crack cocaine to arrest buyers, many of whom received lengthy sentences. Pryor aims to correct this injustice, acknowledging the severe impact on those convicted and their communities. The process will involve reviewing numerous cases to determine eligibility for record sealing or expungement.
Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, have been charged with over $1 million in fraud, including grand theft and identity theft. Kingston was arrested in California and extradited to Florida, where both he and his mother are accused of stealing money, jewelry, a Cadillac Escalade, and furniture. They are set to address the charges in a Florida court.
Retired US Marine Jean Carlo Aponte, who suffered from PTSD, TBI, depression, and marital problems, is accused of stabbing his wife 28 times and his 3-year-old son 4 times in Broward County. His wife had searched for information on divorce and infidelity before the murders. Aponte, who had served in Iraq, was facing marital issues and had a tense exchange with his wife about his infidelity before the tragic incident. He is being held without bond and is set to face a capital homicide case.
Democratic Representative Debbie Wasserman-Schultz is calling for the removal of Florida's State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo following a measles outbreak in Broward County, with nine confirmed cases including seven at Manatee Bay Elementary. Ladapo's controversial comments about vaccines and his guidance permitting unvaccinated children to attend school amid the outbreak have sparked criticism, with concerns raised by health experts about the seriousness of measles and the importance of vaccination.
A seventh case of measles has been confirmed at a Weston elementary school in Florida, bringing the total number of cases in the state to 10, with nine in Broward County and one in Polk County. All Broward cases are children, with seven linked to an outbreak at Manatee Bay Elementary School. The contagious disease, which can spread rapidly, has prompted concerns about vaccination and public health measures, with health officials emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of measles.
A seventh case of measles has been confirmed at a Weston elementary school in Florida, with nine out of the ten confirmed cases in Broward County. The outbreak has affected children, with seven cases linked to Manatee Bay Elementary School. Measles is highly contagious and can spread rapidly, especially among unvaccinated individuals. The measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine is recommended for children, with the first dose at 12-15 months and the second dose at 4-6 years. The state is conducting an epidemiological investigation to determine the source of the outbreak.
The measles outbreak in Broward County, Florida has increased to eight cases, with two new children infected, prompting concerns about the spread of the highly contagious virus. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination, as the state's surgeon general faces criticism over his handling of the outbreak at a local elementary school. With 33 unvaccinated students at the affected school, measures are being taken to contain the outbreak, including excluding unvaccinated children from attending school for three weeks as recommended by the CDC.
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed seven cases of measles in Broward County, with the first case reported at an elementary school on Feb. 16. The school district is urging parents to keep their children at home if they are not vaccinated, and vaccination events have been organized. Symptoms to watch for include rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. The disease is highly contagious, and health officials are advising people to contact their health provider if they suspect or see any symptoms of measles.
The number of measles cases at Manatee Bay Elementary in Broward County continues to rise, with 33 out of 1,067 students not vaccinated. The Florida Surgeon General has stated that the state is deferring to parents and guardians to make decisions about school attendance, despite the potential infectious window lasting until March 7. Broward Superintendent Peter Licata reassured parents that the school is safe for vaccinated children, but concerns remain as more than 20% of students were absent amid the outbreak. The local health department and school board members have expressed disappointment in the state's approach and called for more decisive measures to prevent the spread of the highly-infectious disease.