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Neighbors in South Florida, such as Paige Nast, have raised concerns about excessive debris piled up at a neighbor's Fort Lauderdale home, which they deem dangerous and unsightly. The city told 7News that the homeowner, Bruce Toski, has accumulated fines exceeding $750,000, which continue to mount daily for violations. Experts suggest the city holds authority to intervene if the property poses a threat regarding health or safety.

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert won the Democratic nomination for District 24, a seat previously held by Frederica Wilson. The district opened after Wilson announced her retirement. In the general election, Gilbert will face Te Brown.

Robert Falaguerra and another victim had luxury vehicles, including a Range Rover and a Porsche, stolen from Miami Beach as part of an international car theft ring targeting shipping companies. Authorities determined that the scheme utilizes forged work orders to reroute and steal cars meant for destinations like Chicago or Colorado. The investigation led to the arrest of Hakam Shahin by U.S. Marshals on charges involving conspiring to transport stolen motor vehicles from Newark, New Jersey, allegedly bound for the United Arab Emirates.

Hollywood Police Department and Hollywood Fire Rescue crews responded to an active scene in the Hollywood area involving two people. Officers were seen handcuffing one man while another person was subsequently put on a stretcher by Fire Rescue crews, whose condition is currently unknown. The police established a crime scene perimeter, with 7News cameras documenting the incident.

Jaspal Bharaj was charged with misdemeanor assault and battery after police reported he assaulted a 3-year-old child at Bright Horizons Daycare in Reston, Virginia. Investigators determined that Bharaj pulled the child's hair, pushed his head into a basket, and shoved him to the ground. The daycare facility terminated his employment and cooperated with the investigation.

An Oakland Park business owner reported that a man stole letters from five mailboxes at a business complex near Northeast 42nd Street and Sixth Avenue on August 1. The thief was observed using a scooter and appeared to be operating as part of an elaborate, planned scheme involving other individuals. Authorities are investigating the theft; the business owner has filed reports with the Broward Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is also investigating.

A video captured the chaotic events in Miami Beach on March 18 when Adan Negron-Morris allegedly fatally struck two tourists, Sarisa Kongduang and Greatgomon Laowatdhanasapya. The incident occurred after the speeding driver had already caused several other crashes, eventually leading him to abandon his vehicle at a Walgreens where he was arrested.

A multi-vehicle accident stopped several lanes of traffic on the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 near Northwest 119th Street. Traffic cameras captured crews working while congestion built up behind them, and the cause of the incident is currently unknown. 7News reached out to the Florida Highway Patrol and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue for more information.

Lauderhill Fire Rescue crews responded to a fire at a residential area near State Road 7 and Northwest 19th Street. Video documentation captured the fire and its burned interior. Authorities confirmed that there was no word regarding any injuries.

Michael Simpson, who was charged with attempted second-degree murder for allegedly shutting off a juvenile diver's oxygen supply while lobster diving off Fisher Island, claims the charges are a 'complete misunderstanding.' He disputes the accusers’ version of events and suggests the recorded incident actually shows another diver tugging the rope attached to the breathing device during an altercation. Simpson contends that his group was reacting to accusations from a combative group who were territorial over their diving spot.

A Doral Police officer was found unresponsive in Southwest Miami-Dade and later transported to the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office under police escort. The City of Doral issued a tribute honoring the officer’s service, but no further details were provided.

A flood watch is in effect for the D.C. region through Wednesday morning as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms threaten localized flooding. The National Weather Service warns of potential severe storms later in the week, with high temperatures and humidity contributing to unstable weather conditions.

Jose Cordero of Coconut Creek lost his home and dog in a 2023 fire and alleges the condominium association (COA) has failed to repair his fire-damaged unit despite receiving insurance funds. He continues to pay monthly COA fees for a home he cannot inhabit and has hired a lawyer to sue the association over the unresolved repairs.

Sara and Gio Depaz, a South Florida couple, needed to cancel their Japan trip after Gio lost his job. They used travel insurance with a 'cancel for any reason' policy but faced delays until obtaining a letter from the airline confirming no credit was provided. The insurance company then paid 75% of the ticket cost.

A lightning strike ignited electrical wiring on a fence in Fort Lauderdale's Lake Ridge neighborhood, causing a fire and knocking down a live power line. The incident, which occurred at Villa Medici Townhomes, sparked explosive sparks and flames, alarming residents and requiring emergency crews to wait for Florida Power & Light to shut off the power. The homeowner’s association is coordinating repairs with an insurance company, while officials investigate the cause.

A pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of NW 79th St. and 17th Ave. in Northwest Miami-Dade during rush hour. The intersection was shut down as deputies investigate the crash, with the driver appearing distraught and the car's windshield shattered. Authorities have not yet determined fault in the incident.

Police blocked a street in Fort Lauderdale with heavy law enforcement presence along Southwest 19th Street and 44th Avenue. The cause remains unknown, and the Broward County Sheriff’s Office has been contacted for further details.

A crash between a car and a bicyclist caused a road closure in Southwest Miami-Dade. The incident left a heavily damaged white car and a bicycle on the road, prompting the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office to block the area with crime scene tape. 7News is seeking details from authorities.

Pembroke Pines Police are investigating after a body was found in a lake at The Marques apartment complex. Divers retrieved the body, and authorities have not released the person’s identity as the investigation continues.

A pedestrian was hospitalized after a crash with a car in North Miami Beach on Friday afternoon. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Miami Beach Police responded to the incident at 163rd Street and Northeast 35th Avenue, where traffic was blocked. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities, while the involved white sedan was towed.

A fire ignited on a balcony of a high-rise in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, injuring a resident who fled the burning apartment. Emergency crews responded to the blaze at the Bay Parc apartment building on North Bayshore Drive, with flames visible from the balcony. Another resident, Lucas Cardoso, reported seeing smoke and fire from his balcony, and the incident is under investigation by Miami Fire Rescue.

A truck crashed into Lost City Brewing in North Miami, causing significant damage but no injuries. The owners described the scene as a 'war zone' with debris scattered, and the driver was arrested. Cleanup efforts are ongoing as the brewery works to reopen.

A child was accidentally shot at an apartment complex in Pompano Beach and taken to a nearby fire station by parents before being rushed to the hospital. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating whether the child accessed the gun or if someone else caused the shooting.

A rollover crash on the northbound lanes of Interstate 95 in North Miami-Dade caused traffic delays. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Florida Highway Patrol responded to the incident between 151st Street and Golden Glades on Wednesday evening. Details about the crash's cause or injuries remain limited.

Miami-Dade and Broward students return to school on August 13 and 10, respectively, with parents advised to prepare school supplies, verify dress codes, and ensure immunizations. Florida’s tax holiday on school supplies until August 20 and bus registration programs like 'Register 2 Ride' are highlighted to ease back-to-school costs.

Prosecutors declined to file charges against a man seen on video yelling obscenities about children toward a family in Pompano Beach. The incident, captured by Karl Messner’s wife, involved the man shouting lewd remarks at Messner’s 6-year-old daughter and grandmother while they were stopped at a red light. Authorities stated the evidence did not meet the threshold for a prosecutable crime, though they acknowledged the seriousness of the incident.

Bodycam video shows Dr. Gisell Mansur allegedly engaging in a drunken tirade on the Palmetto Expressway, leading to her arrest for spitting on a trooper and attacking her husband. The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office later dismissed charges due to insufficient evidence, requiring Mansur to complete substance abuse treatment and counseling instead.

A car crash in the Sunrise neighborhood of Northwest 63rd Avenue and 12th Street caused significant damage to a home, creating a large hole. Sunrise Fire Rescue responded to the incident Sunday night, and debris cleanup was underway. 7News contacted Sunrise Police for further details.

At least three people were hospitalized after two boats collided in Biscayne Bay near West Broadview Drive in Bay Harbor Islands, causing one vessel to sink. First responders rescued victims, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident.

A woman was injured when her car was struck by a Brightline train at a Fort Lauderdale crossing, according to witnesses. The incident occurred early Monday morning, with the woman attempting to beat the train by driving around lowering arms but being dragged nearly a football field's length down the tracks. A bystander, Victor Carvalho, assisted her after the crash.

Broward County schools are launching a school bus camera program to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The program will equip 1,300 buses with cameras, starting with warning citations in August and civil penalties in September, aiming to change driver behavior and enhance student safety.

A barber shop in Dania Beach caught fire, but the fire was quickly contained with no injuries reported. An investigation into the cause is ongoing.

Five people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in North Miami Beach, with seven total occupants involved. Emergency responders rescued a trapped individual, and three patients were taken to a trauma center. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Memorial Hospital Miramar is redefining hospital food by offering gourmet meals featuring diverse cuisines like Mexican, Hispanic, and Asian. Chefs prepare over 1,000 nutritious and flavorful meals daily for patients, staff, and visitors, with dishes such as oxtail selling out quickly due to high demand and positive feedback.

A family in Pompano Beach was left disgusted after a Tesla driver at a red light asked to purchase their children and made explicit lewd comments about their young daughter. The driver's disturbing questions and statements were recorded by the family, who later called 911 to report the incident.

A police-involved crash occurred on Van Buren Street and Federal Highway in Hollywood on Thursday afternoon. No injuries were reported, and an investigation is ongoing. Details about the cause remain unclear.

A hit-and-run incident in Margate resulted in one fatality. The crash occurred overnight along Atlantic Boulevard near State Road 7 at around 4 a.m. on Thursday. Police are investigating but have not disclosed details about the circumstances.

A cold front will bring showers and thunderstorms to the D.C. area on Wednesday, with stronger storms expected in Southern Maryland and the Northern Neck. Rain chances are lower north and west of the District. The weather will improve by Thursday, with temperatures rising into the 80s by the weekend.

A woman was attacked by a man in a Coconut Grove luxury theater after she laughed at a movie scene, resulting in injuries including a fractured finger and eye injury. The man used a pizza pan to hit her, left before police arrived, and the case is under investigation by the Miami Police Department Assault Unit.

A body was found near the emergency room entrance of HCA Florida Aventura Hospital. Police are investigating to determine if the individual was dumped, died while seeking care, or was harmed on hospital property. 7News is seeking additional details from local authorities.