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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.
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.
Some stores and pharmacies in South Florida, including Sedano’s, Presidente Supermarket, Walgreens, and CVS, are open on Christmas Day, providing options for last-minute shopping and essentials, while major retailers like Walmart and Target are closed.
A Bank of America employee, Mario Martinez, is accused of exploiting a disabled woman and stealing over $500,000 from her after offering to help manage her inheritance, opening joint accounts without her consent, and siphoning her funds over several months. He faces multiple charges including exploitation and grand theft, and is currently held in custody awaiting court proceedings.
A former Bank of America employee in Miami-Dade was arrested for allegedly stealing $500,000 from a disabled woman he knew, exploiting her trust and his position at the bank, after an internal investigation revealed his scheme.
A 21-year-old man, Steven David Rustrian, was identified as the shooter who fatally shot Miami-Dade Deputy Devin Jaramillo during a traffic incident before killing himself. Rustrian, possibly connected to a police chase in New York, engaged in a physical altercation with the deputy, grabbed his gun, and shot him. He then fled and committed suicide at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Deputy Devin Jaramillo was fatally shot after responding to a traffic crash in Kendall; the gunman died by suicide, and a second suspect was arrested. The community mourns the loss of the 27-year-old officer.
A fire broke out early Thursday at Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra's home in Coral Gables, causing significant damage and partial collapse, with no injuries reported. Firefighters responded with nearly 30 units, and Spoelstra was seen outside the home during the incident.
Puerto Rican rapper Jhayco was arrested in Miami-Dade on drug possession charges, including cocaine and cannabis, after a traffic stop where deputies detected drug odors and found suspected substances in his vehicle. He is currently held on a $3,000 bond.
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has demanded that Florida allow the county to monitor the controversial 3,000-bed immigration detention center in the Everglades, citing concerns over transparency, environmental impact, and detainee conditions. She has requested live video access and weekly reports, criticizing the state's seizure of county land for the facility and raising broader issues about immigration policies and detention conditions. The situation has led to legal and political tensions between county officials and the state government.
A warrant has been issued for former NFL player Antonio Brown's arrest on charges of attempted murder following a shooting incident at a Miami-Dade boxing event, where he was involved in a fight and suspected of firing gunshots, though no weapon was found on him.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown is wanted by Miami-Dade authorities on an attempted murder charge related to a shooting at a celebrity boxing event in May, with a warrant calling for his arrest and house confinement.
Antonio Brown, former Patriots receiver, is wanted in Miami-Dade on charges of attempted murder related to a shooting at a celebrity boxing event in May, with authorities unable to locate him as of now.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown is wanted in Miami-Dade County on a felony charge of attempted murder related to a shooting at a celebrity boxing event, where eyewitnesses identified him as the shooter, and video footage shows him fighting and taking a gun from security. Brown, who last played in the NFL in 2021, is currently out on bail and under house arrest pending trial.
During a Telemundo World Cup celebration in Miami, the event was abruptly canceled after the U.S. Coast Guard boarded and inspected the boat carrying VIP guests, citing safety violations and not immigration issues. The incident has raised concerns about security protocols ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Miami, amid increased Coast Guard presence and security preparations for upcoming international events.