Pompano Beach

The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach, Florida, is believed to be the first museum in the U.S. dedicated solely to jellyfish. Created by Alex and Yana Yanovsky, who relocated from Ukraine after the 2022 Russian invasion, the nearly 10,000-square-foot facility houses about 20 unique species of these ancient marine creatures. Monty Graham credits the Monterey Bay Aquarium with pioneering the popularity of specialized jellyfish exhibits globally.

The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach, Florida, is reportedly the first museum in the U.S. dedicated solely to jellyfish. Founded by Alex and Yana Yanovsky, who relocated to the area after leaving Ukraine, the nearly 10,000-square-foot facility houses roughly 20 unique species of these ancient, translucent invertebrates.

Greg Pringle, a legally blind man in South Florida, faced potential homelessness when his new apartment fell through due to unpaid fees by his landlord's HOA. He was eventually helped by organizations including Help Me Howard and The Homeless Voice, which provided him with funds to extend his temporary stay and ultimately secure a new apartment in Pompano Beach.

Pompano Beach, located near Fort Lauderdale in South Florida, is a coastal destination featuring views of the Atlantic Ocean, suitable for both travelers and vacationers. Visitors can reach the area from D.C. via flights from Reagan National Airport or Dulles International Airport, with accommodations available at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort. Guests benefit from amenities such as a zero-entry pool and dining options like The Kester restaurant.

Venezuelan Claudia Caglionone was released from an ICE detention facility in Pompano Beach after weeks of custody and family protests. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz highlighted her case during a facility tour, while Caglionone had pending asylum and Temporary Protected Status that expired in 2023.

A person died after being struck by a train in Pompano Beach near North Dixie Highway and Northeast Second Street. Officials are investigating the incident.

Storms are expected to develop by mid-afternoon, bringing lightning, gusty winds, heavy rain, and localized street flooding to the east coast metro area. Temperatures will rise into the lower 90s with a heat index of 100-105°F early Monday afternoon. The storms will affect regions including Miami-Dade, Broward, and the Florida Keys.

A person was killed after being struck by a train in Pompano Beach on Sunday night. Authorities responded to the incident near the intersection of North Dixie Highway and Northeast Second Street and found the individual deceased at the scene. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

A 4-year-old boy accidentally shot himself with a gun in a Pompano Beach apartment, leading to a frantic 911 call and hospitalization. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, with the child remaining in critical condition at Broward Health Medical Center.

Two women are running for the Broward County District 7 School Board after the incumbent, Nora Rupert, does not seek reelection. Cynthia Dominique, a U.S. Army veteran and nurse, and Rochelle 'Shelly' Soffer, a school speech language pathologist, outline plans to address financial challenges and declining enrollment in the district. The nonpartisan election is scheduled for Aug. 18.

One person was injured in an accidental shooting at an apartment complex in Pompano Beach on Wednesday night. The victim was taken to a nearby fire station before being transported to a hospital. Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating the incident.

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.

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.

Pompano Beach commissioners voted to continue a new contract with the Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) due to cost and access to specialized units. The agreement, costing $71 million for the next fiscal year, includes a 5% annual rate increase cap and a 90-day termination clause. A city police department would take three years to establish, according to Commissioner Darlene Smith.

Pompano Beach commissioners plan to finalize a $71 million contract with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) to handle law enforcement, citing cost and access to specialized resources. The contract includes a 5% annual rate increase cap and a 90-day termination clause for both parties.

A fire in a Pompano Beach warehouse caused major damage, leaving the building unsafe and destroying inventory. Business owners, including Tim Williams and Charles Philome, faced significant losses, with Williams estimating damage in the thousands. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours, and the cause remains under investigation.

Un incendio en una bodega de Pompano Beach generó una columna de humo negro y requirió la participación de múltiples departamentos de bomberos. El dueño del negocio, Tyrus Dexter, reportó pérdidas significativas, mientras Wesley Vincent, un trabajador cercano, describió la gravedad del siniestro. La causa del incendio aún no se ha determinado.

A massive 2-alarm warehouse fire in Pompano Beach caused significant damage and thick smoke visible for miles. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours without injuries, but the warehouse sustained major damage. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

A large warehouse fire in Pompano Beach produced significant black smoke and required a multi-department emergency response. Witness Wesley Vincent described the intense fire and initial attempts to contain it with a hose before calling 911. The cause of the fire remains undetermined.

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 man was killed and a woman injured when a BMW crashed into a bus stop in Pompano Beach, Florida. The driver, 47-year-old Jo Ann Llera, rear-ended a vehicle before the collision. Authorities released 911 calls describing the crash, and the victim's identity remains unreleased.

Local 10 News at 9 p.m. reports a pedestrian killed and driver injured in a Pompano Beach crash, a woman who died after falling from an SUV in Fort Lauderdale, and a tugboat captain's guilty plea in a Biscayne Bay crash that killed three girls. Live updates are available online.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a driver on a sidewalk in Pompano Beach, resulting in the pedestrian's death and the driver being hospitalized. Broward Sheriff’s Office and Fire Rescue responded to the incident on South Federal Highway, and an investigation is ongoing. Southbound lanes near the crash site are closed, and drivers are urged to avoid the area.

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle on South Federal Highway in Pompano Beach, leading to the closure of southbound lanes of U.S. 1 during an ongoing investigation by the Broward Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit. The driver was injured and hospitalized.

A Tesla crashed into Orene Terry's Pompano Beach home, causing significant damage. Three occupants fled the scene after the collision, which occurred around 3:30 a.m. and involved the vehicle hitting a mailbox and a parked Range Rover before striking the house.

Broward Sheriff’s deputies are searching for a Tesla driver who crashed into two parked cars and a garage door in Pompano Beach. Surveillance video shows two men assisting the injured driver before fleeing, while the homeowner reported severe damage to her vehicles, a motorcycle, and garage door.

A convenience store in Pompano Beach reopened after a driver accidentally crashed into it by mistaking the gas pedal for the brake. The driver sustained no injuries, the building had no structural damage, but repairs will cost thousands of dollars. Parts of the storefront were boarded up, though the door remained undamaged and operational.

Families of Brianna and AJ, cousins killed in a July 5 shooting in Miramar, held a march and candlelight vigil in Pompano Beach to honor them and advocate against gun violence. The victims were shot while in a Lamborghini SUV when a white sedan opened fire, and their families expressed grief while urging the public to provide information to aid the investigation.

A driver accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of the brake, crashing into the front of a Pompano Beach convenience store. No injuries were reported, and the store owner stated the driver is a regular customer.

A fatal stabbing occurred in Pompano Beach, Broward County, around 7 p.m. Tuesday. Deputies found a stabbed man who later died at the hospital, and a suspect was detained.

Pompano Beach commissioners voted to renew their three-year policing contract with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) at an annual cost of $70 million, citing cost and logistical challenges of creating a municipal police force. The decision contrasts with Deerfield Beach, which is ending its BSO contract to reconstitute its own departments. Commissioners emphasized the move as a pragmatic choice for now, with plans to revisit the issue in the future.

A Broward Sheriff’s Office sergeant was arrested for the fourth time in seven months, accused of violating a domestic violence injunction. The sergeant, Scott Nelson Nida, faces pending charges from prior incidents including domestic violence and vehicle theft. He is currently held in the BSO Main Jail awaiting a court appearance.

A McDonald’s customer attacked a woman working at the drive-thru in Tamarac, causing facial injuries. Surveillance video led to the arrest of Shalonda Walls, who confessed to the assault. She was charged with burglary with assault or battery and released on a $1,500 bond.

El 40º All Heart Volleyball Challenge en Pompano Beach recaudó fondos para el Ann Storck Center, una organización sin fines de lucro que apoya a personas con discapacidades del desarrollo. El evento incluyó 20 equipos de voleibol, rifas y donaciones de comida de negocios locales, con el objetivo de financiar programas educativos, residenciales y terapéuticos.

The 40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge in Pompano Beach raised funds for the Ann Storck Center, a nonprofit supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Over 100 participants attended the event, which featured volleyball competitions, raffles, and meals donated by local businesses like Oceanic and Jet's Pizza.

A 30-year-old man was arrested for allegedly masturbating in front of an 11-year-old girl on a Broward County Transit bus. He was previously arrested in November 2025 for similar behavior at a Tri-Rail Station. The suspect is being held at Broward County Main Jail on a $50,000 bond.

Body camera video shows Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and a fire captain rescuing an elderly woman from a sinking car in Pompano Beach. The deputies and off-duty firefighter pulled the woman to safety moments before her vehicle submerged in a canal.

A woman was rescued from a sinking car in Pompano Beach by Detective Robert Rutkowski, Deputy Zachary Kerin, and an off-duty Fort Lauderdale Fire captain. The Broward Sheriff’s Office released body-worn camera footage showing their quick actions, which saved the driver's life.

Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office are searching for 12-year-old Matthew Walker, who was last seen in Pompano Beach on Thursday at 4 p.m. He was wearing black and gray clothing, and authorities are asking the public for help locating him.

A man has been arrested for a fatal wrong-way crash that killed Nicholas Addis, the stepson of a former Coral Springs mayor. Sult President, 47, faces charges of driving under the influence and vehicular homicide after the collision in Pompano Beach on April 11.