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We’re learning there is no state standard for vetting poll workers in Florida. It comes after wptv found out a background check missed previous theft charges the Supervisor of Elections said would have stoped a man, who is now accused of stealing election equipment, from working. Now the Palm Beach County Republican Party is asking a change.

What an incredible and uplifting Pesach at Chabad of West Davie. Close to 200 people came together, filling the room with warmth, joy, and a real sense of unity. People from all backgrounds joined as one—singing, connecting, and celebrating Pesach together. One of the most special moments was seeing the children up on stage singing the Ma Nishtana. It was simple, genuine, and truly beautiful. Throughout the holiday, Chabad of West Davie were also blessed with meaningful daily davening, filled with beautiful melodies and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, along with uplifting kiddushim that brought everyone together. P.s. All photos were taken before the Chag

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure into law Monday that gives him along with other Florida leaders the ability to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations and expel state university students who support them. The law, criticized by free speech advocates, allows a top official at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to designate a group as a domestic or foreign terrorist organization, with the governor and three other members of the Florida Cabinet approving or rejecting the designation. Besides the governor, the Cabinet is made up of the state attorney general, the chief financial officer and the agriculture commissioner, all of whom are elected separately. Once designated a terrorist organization, a group can be dissolved and it can no longer receive any state funding through school districts or state agencies. Universities also would have to report the status of expelled students attending on visas to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A newly identified COVID-19 variant is being monitored by federal health agencies after spreading to multiple states, including Florida. While early signs are raising some concern, experts say it’s still too soon to fully understand how significant the strain could become.

Gas costing $5 a gallon is now a frustrating reality in South Florida. The Shell station at 41st Street and Royal Palm Avenue in Miami Beach was the first to break the $5 barrier, with a price tag of $5.39 per gallon on the first Monday in April.

WARRANT ISSUED: Woman accused of embezzling thousands from Martin County HOAs for plastic surgery, Disney trips, and shopping sprees Alexandra Delacaridad Gonzalez, a property management bookkeeper, allegedly stole up to $10,000 per week from homeowner association accounts through fake invoices and forged signatures. The theft spree lasted nearly a year, targeting HOAs at Whitemarsh Reserve and The Dunes of Hutchinson Island. "We're actually furious that this lady had the nerve to do what she did and take advantage of our citizens here," said Sheriff John Budensiek.

GO OUT AND VOTE TODAY IN PERSON! Voters in Surfside are casting ballots Tuesday in a mayoral runoff election between Shlomo Danzinger and Tina Paul. Polling is taking place at the Commission Chambers in Town Hall, 9293 Harding Ave., and will remain open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The runoff will determine the town’s next mayor.

BS”D 🍷A Pesach Plea from Brucha Weisberger on behalf of a Stage 4 breast cancer patient I’m personally involved with: You can help split the sea for Leah’s healing this Pesach for Shvi’i shel Pesach! Leah, mother of 11, is courageously battling Stage 4 Breast Cancer. She is undergoing promising treatments in Florida and urgently needs funding to continue. https://tinyurl.com/bdhy8ukf Please share this post, daven for Leah bas Malka Sarah, and open your heart with whatever you are able to give. May your tzedakah this Pesach help turn impossible obstacles into pathways of salvation — just like Kriyat Yam Suf. Tizku lemitzvos! Chag Pesach Kosher v’Sameach! Brucha Weisberger 646-407-7066

Trump-endorsed candidate for Florida governor Byron Donalds today UNVEILED the “Your Doctor, Your Price” initiative, requiring hospitals and providers to post upfront cash prices for the top 20 common services It also aligns prescription drug programs to SLASH costs for seniors by cutting out middlemen, and expanding patient freedom to choose providers without pre-authorizations or surprise bills "In Florida, we want to make sure that our healthcare system is the most TRANSPARENT in all of America so that you know the price going in ahead of time."

Such an incredible first days of Passover At South Beach Chabad. Celebrating with 180 people at the first Seder and over 700 meals served. Incredible atmosphere, powerful energy, truly unforgettable.

Astor Cos. pivoted its strategy with the under-construction Havana Enclave in Miami, opting to go with condos instead of apartments for the Little Havana project. Miami-based developer, led by CEO Henry Torres, recently launched sales for 179 condos in Havana Enclave, which will be located on the 1.17-acre site at 315 N.W. 27th Ave. The developer broke ground on the eight-story Havana Enclave in 2025 before obtaining a $36 million construction loan, although it was envisioned as apartments at the time. “When we purchased the Havana Enclave site, the market for attainable apartments was the most pressing need in Miami,” said Henry Torres, CEO of The Astor Companies. “But the landscape has shifted, and there is a now glaring shortage of reasonably priced new condominiums in this city. Pivoting to for-sale product is the right move for this community and for Miami.” Units in Havana Enclave will range from 451-square-foot studios to 958 square feet with two bedrooms. Prices range from the mid $300,000s to the low $700,000s. The buyers will be required to make 10% deposits at reservation and another 20% when they go under contract.

ANTISEMITIC GOP GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATE JAMES FISHBACK: "Florida is FULL." "I was proud to reveal my Mamdani Tax proposal"

Gas on 41 St in Miami Beach.

Israeli Comedian Yohay Sponder performing last night at Trump Doral Pesach Program

From Israel to Miami Miss Israel throws the first pitch at a Miami Marlins game fo. Passover representing Jewish pride.

Miami Beach Police talk a man down from hotel ledge after threatens to jump from sixth floor.

Pesach at the University of Florida got an off to an amazing and inspiring start!!

Miguel Cabrera, a decorated baseball player for the Detroit Tigers and Florida Marlins who won the World Series and two AL MVP awards, paid $8.75 million for a new mansion in Southwest Ranches. Wilton Manors-based 6591 Ranches LLC, managed by Kyle Sorel of Titn Development, sold the 7,001-square-foot home at 12701 Luray Road to Cabrera. Native Realty’s Whitney Dutton and Sorel were the listing agents, while Joseph Botbol Wahnon of Botbol Realty Group worked with the buyer. Sorel was also the developer. “Southwest Ranches is unlike anywhere else in Broward County,” Dutton said. “Buyers at this level are looking for something they simply cannot find in a traditional luxury market - wide open land, true privacy, no HOA restrictions, and a brand-new home that reflects their taste entirely. When you combine all of that with proximity to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, it becomes an incredibly compelling proposition.” Situated on a 2.07-acre site, the home features five bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, a pool with a swim-up bar, a summer kitchen, a basketball and pickleball court, and a raised spa. A native of Venezuela, Cabrera was signed by the Florida Marlins (now the Miami Marlins) as an amateur free agent in 1999. He made his MLB debut in 2003 and helped the Marlins win the World Series that year. Cabrera was traded to the Detroit Tigers in 2008. He went on the win the American League MVP award twice, the AL batting title four times, led the AL in home runs twice, and led the AL in RBIs twice. Cabrera is a 12-time All-Star. He retired in 2023.

An Aventura development site owned by Related Group and BH Group could get a new site plan adding a hotel to the condo, and a third developer would be brought in. The City Commission and its Local Planning Agency will consider the land development regulation to allow hotels in the” town center district” on April 7. The application was filed by Aventura 2999 LLC, a partnership between Miami-based Related Group and BH Group, which has its headquarters in the 121,265-square-foot office building on this site. The property at 2999 N.E. 191st St. spans four acres just south of the Aventura Mall. The developers acquired the property for $51 million in 2022. A year later, the city approved a development plan with 295 condos in 26 stories, including 20 units of “hero housing” for local city employees, first responders and teachers. In early 2025, Related Group and BH Group launched sales for the Viceroy Residences Aventura on that site. According to the new application by attorney Brian S. Adler, Aventura 2999 LLC would be acquired by Aventura-based Apollo Cos. Due to “evolving market conditions,” the buyer seeks to change the site plan to a 23-story multifamily building with 248 units (including 10 units of hero housing) and 10,175 square feet of retail, a 13-story hotel with 153 rooms and 15,029 square feet of retail, and an 881-space parking garage. The hotel would be branded by Marriott for extended stay.

Good news! Colorado State University predicts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season for 2026, with 13 named storms, six hurricanes, and two major hurricanes.

29 kids on a school bus and a TRAIN hits it. Authorities say 67-year-old bus driver Yvonne Hampton is now facing 29 felony charges after a shocking close call in Florida. With 29 students on board, Hampton drove onto a railroad crossing, even though warning lights were already flashing. Moments later — a train clipped the back of the bus.

Miami International Airport’s efforts to expand long-haul international service are taking shape unevenly, with routes to Asia and the Middle East emerging as the most viable in the coming years while others remain less certain. County commissioners are set to meet April 13 to discuss the feasibility of new passenger and cargo service between MIA and Tokyo; Singapore; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; and Asunción, Paraguay. The analysis, prepared by the Miami-Dade Aviation Department and dated Feb. 23, follows a directive approved by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners in October 2025. It found that limited availability of long-haul aircraft remains the primary constraint across multiple markets, with “meaningful fleet relief expected in two to three years.” Among the four destinations, Tokyo presents the clearest path forward. The airport has been in discussions with Japan Airlines for years, and the carrier has recently added aircraft capable of operating nonstop service between Japan and Miami. Additional deliveries over the next two to three years are expected to further improve feasibility, while cargo service could develop longer term through Nippon Cargo Airlines. County officials have also worked to demonstrate demand and operational readiness, including coordinating charter flights tied to the World Baseball Classic, which took place in March, to showcase the airport’s ability to handle long-haul service from Japan.

President Donald Trump is expected to make a South Florida stop for a UFC event. According to the president’s weekend schedule, Trump is planning to fly down to Miami to attend UFC 327 at the Kaseya Center, Saturday night. The president is expected to arrive in South Florida early in the evening. Motorists heading toward Miami International Airport and downtown Miami should expect road closures in the surrounding areas and highways.

What was initially believed to be a suicide has now been ruled a homicide, authorities said Wednesday, as police announced the arrest of a suspect in the killing of a Jewish man at the Akoya Condominium. The incident occurred on Feb. 15, when the victim, identified as 35-year-old Justin Zelin, was thrown from a 25th-floor balcony at the building near 63rd Street and Collins Avenue, according to police. Zelin, a biotech analyst and graduate of Harvard University, was also a member of the Young Jewish Professionals Miami community.

The mayoral runoff election in Surfside between Tina Paul and Shlomo Danzinger remains underway, with expanded time for mail-in voting following a court-approved extension tied to the Passover holiday. While in-person voting took place on April 7, officials said voters now have additional time to request and submit mail ballots. The deadline to request a vote-by-mail ballot is April 16, with completed ballots due by April 28. The runoff will determine the town’s next mayor, with turnout expected to play a decisive role in the outcome. You can request a Vote-by-Mail ballot at the link below: https://miamidade.electionsfl.org/vrservices/mbrs# Or call: 305-499-8444

Busy Morning at Shibolim in Aventura

East Boca Kehilla, under the leadership of Rabbi Noach Light, held their annual Bein Hazmanim and Chol Hamoed Learning program from two weeks before Pesach through today! The program is complete with hot breakfast (yes, even on Chol Hamoed), raffles and prizes, and of course, amazing learning! What a Kiddush HaShem!

Dry radar sweep all across South Florida this afternoon. Much different than the past few days!

Jewish Gator CHALLAH BACK SHABBAT - Friday, April 10, 6:30 PM! at Chabad UF. Everyone Welcome - RSVP Required: JewishGator.com/RsvpShabbat

Spanish banking giant Santander broke ground on a 50-story, 1.6M-square-foot office tower on Brickell Avenue. The $5 million incentive-backed project at 1401 Brickell Ave. will house Santander operations and third-party tenants when it's completed in 2029. According to Rilea Group @rileagroup , the developer, Santander will occupy roughly one-third of the space, with leasing for the remaining floors already showing strong momentum. The tower will feature seven levels of amenities, including a sky terrace restaurant and wellness space, plus retail and dining options. It replaces Santander's previous Brickell building, which was demolished for this modern development. This marks Santander's latest expansion in a city where it first opened a private banking office in 1979. Last year, the bank opened its first U.S. OpenBank location at the Miami Worldcenter. Within the last three years, it rolled our over 30 ATMs in Targets across South Florida and launched its Coconut Grove "Work Café" branch, coffee shop and coworking space on Grand Avenue.

The Florida Scoop and South Florida Hatzalah wishes the Community an amazing & meaningful Shabbos

A South Florida chef has been fired after a video appearing to show her calling for violence against President Donald Trump spread quickly online, triggering backlash and raising questions about where free speech ends — and workplace consequences begin. Veronica Kapralov, 62, had worked since 2022 for Lessing's Hospitality Group at the Pelican Club in Jupiter, an upscale waterfront venue known for weddings and events. In the now-deleted video, Kapralov is heard saying, “Can we just have this [expletive] assassinated and get it over with already?” The comment was widely interpreted as referring to Trump.

A man with a lengthy criminal record that includes more than 80 prior arrests and an earlier alleged attack on a rabbi has been arrested again, this time in connection with a violent assault on a woman along a popular Miami Beach walkway, authorities said. Police said the suspect, Christopher Martinez — previously described by an officer as the “Ocean Drive Terror” — was taken into custody Thursday along with a second man, identified as Mishael Vargas, following the attack near the Beachwalk between 19th and 20th Streets.

The Mandarin Oriental Miami has stood on Brickell Key for nearly three decades. By Sunday morning, the landmark will be reduced to rubble in a matter of seconds.

Moments ago President Trump arriving for UFC fight in Miami.

President Trump just WALKED OUT to an electric UFC 327 crowd in Miami — and Sec. MARCO RUBIO is with him tonight!

Massive Florida bust: 19 suspects arrested, huge haul of drugs, cash & guns seized.⁠ ⁠ “Operation Spring Cleaning” took down multiple targets across Indian River County after a long undercover investigation.⁠ ⁠

The massive infrastructure project, designed to connect three of Miami’s busiest highways, was originally expected to be completed in 2021.⁠ ⁠ The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the government agency overseeing the project, expects construction may not wrap up until 2029 — nearly a decade behind schedule.⁠ ⁠

ANTISEMITE ALERT IN SUNNY ISLES Motzei Shabbos at Luna cafe in Sunny Isles a strange man wearing a Kafifa walked up to patrons while dining saying he was confused and oddly laughing. The police was called the demented man was removed from premises.

Paulo Costa jumps out of the cage after winning at UFC327 in Miami to shake hands with President Trump… Costa: “Thank you for doing what you’re doing, I needed to tell you this…” Trump: “You’re too good looking to be a fighter and you are some fighter…”

https://vinnews.com/2026/04/12/miamis-iconic-mandarin-oriental-hotel-demolished-in-massive-implosion-to-make-way-for-luxury-towers/

AFTERMATH

SUV PLUNGE | An SUV in a canal at John Prince Park prompted a diver search Saturday afternoon as crews worked to ensure no one was left in the water. Firefighters with the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue say they responded to reports of a car in a canal at Lake Osbourne inside John Prince Park late Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, crews report that two people had already been removed from the car and refused transport.

Detectives with BSO are asking for the public’s help identifying a man caught on surveillance video assaulting a woman in Weston Wednesday afternoon near the 16500 block of Gulf Club Road.

American Airlines says it plans to resume daily non-stop flights from Miami International Airport to Caracas as soon as April 30, pending final government approvals. It would be the first U.S. carrier to fly to Venezuela since 2019.

As parts of South Florida experience high-risk rip tides, in the last seven days, there have been hundreds of water rescues in Miami-Dade County, fire rescue officials said.⁠ ⁠ According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, there have been 509 water rescues from March 29 to April 4, with 330 of those calls involving rip currents.⁠ ⁠

Chabad Of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Hebrew School is back in full force after A Beautiful & meaningful Pesach!

Jew Hating Dan Bilzerian just filed to run for Congress in FL06 as a Republican against GOP Rep. Randy Fine. The primary election will be held on August 18th.

President Trump shakes the hands of supporters after having lunch with DeSantis and First Lady Cassie DeSantis. The president was in great spirits, laughing and cracking jokes with his supporters.

The Miami Heat win their regular season finale 143-117. They finish the season with a 43-39 record. Hornets also winning big, so it’ll be Miami in Charlotte in first play-in game to try and keep their season alive. One last time for fan appreciation night here with the annual shirt toss.

President Trump just posted this after Rory McIlroy wins The 2026 Masters! "Rory, and his father Gerry, also a very good Golfer, at Trump International Golf Club, Palm Beach County, Florida!"

El-Ad National Properties is seeking approval for a redesigned condominium tower along the water in North Bay Village. The developer, through affiliate El-Ad NBV LLC, filed plans for the 1-acre site at 7913 West Drive, which it purchased for $20 million. It redesigned plans that were approved by the previous owner. The condo would still have 94 units. However, the height would be increased from 22 stories (240 feet) to 26 stories (298 feet). There would be more square footage because the condos would have larger floor plans, and 30 parking spaces would be added, for a total of 201 spaces. A landscaping nursery site in Davie could be redeveloped into townhouses. Bev Corp., part of DynaServ Florida, filed plans to rezone the 18.6-acre property at 1000 S. Flamingo Road. It would partner with MHV Development to build 92 townhouses, plus a 5,000-square-foot clubhouse, a pool and 291 parking spaces.

A long-delayed hotel project in Miami Beach has quietly opened its doors, adding a new lifestyle offering in the heart of the city’s cultural corridor. The 149-room Unframed, Autograph Collection hotel opened April 1 at 1685 Washington Ave., joining Marriott International’s broader portfolio of independent hotels. It marks one of the first premium hotel openings on the street in roughly a decade. Developed by Sobe Center LLC, a Bay Harbor Islands-based entity managed by hotel developers Ronald Finvarb and Richard Finvarb, the project has been years in the making. Citibank sold the property in 2017 for $19.2 million, and the hotel was initially planned as a Thompson Hotel affiliated with Hyatt before being rebranded into a Marriott property within Finvarb Group’s platform. Unframed features 149 guest rooms and suites, most with private balconies or outdoor terraces, along with a rooftop pool deck and an open-air atrium courtyard. The property also includes meeting and event space designed to accommodate gatherings of up to 100 people.

🇺🇸-Randy Fine is pressed on whether he is America First or Israel First. Watch how he answers and completely dismantles the claim that he is not America First.

A man running for Florida governor has been arrested on charges he battered two older people in a home. Kevin Cichowski, 46, was charged with multiple counts of aggravated battery, tampering with a witness and robbery, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. Cichowski is listed as a Democratic candidate for governor with the Florida Division of Elections and previously ran for Palm Coast mayor in 2021.

17,397 meals… and counting. 💛 Over 500 made yesterday alone in Betty’s Kitchen at Mitzvah Kitchen. Together with Good Deeds Day, our community showed up with heart—to cook, to give, and to care. Each meal is a message: you’re not alone.

Another restaurant closure...Breaking news out of Boca. OAK & EMBER has been sold and will not reopen. Dear Friends, After five incredible years, we want to share with you that we have sold Oak & Ember & Oak Express. Oak & Ember has been more than a restaurant to us. It has been a place of connection, celebration, and community. We are deeply grateful to the community for your support, loyalty, and friendship throughout this journey: Thank you for allowing us to be a part of so many meaningful moments in your lives, from brissim to bar and bat mitzvahs, weddings, and countless charitable events. Sharing these milestones with you has been a true privilege and something we will always cherish. As we move forward, please note that Carmela's will honor all Oak & Ember gift cards and certificates through October 31, 2026. We are excited for what lies ahead and look forward to continuing to serve you, whether at the newly renovated Carmela's or Rave Pizza or through our onsite and offsite catering. We hope to remain a part of your family's future milestones and celebrations for many years to come. With sincere appreciation, Chef Smiley, Chef Mike & KosherBoca Ownership Group

Dream Motor Group paid a combined $50 million for the real estate of two auto dealerships in Doral, according to county records. Nashville-based Dream Motor Group announced on April 2 that it acquired the Nissan and Mitsubishi dealerships in Doral from family-owned Bill Seidle’s Automotive Group. The price wasn’t announced at the time, but two deeds were recently filed in county records. Miami International 10500 LLC, managed by Michael A. Seidle in Weston, sold the 47,552-square-foot Nissan dealership at 10500 N.W. 12th St. for $27 million to JJA Properties FL LLC, part of Dream Motor Group. The dealership was built on the 3.9-acre site in 1996 and this is the first time it has sold. At the same time, Miami International 10688 LLC, also led by Seidle, sold the 46,747-square-foot Mitsubishi dealership at 10688 N.W. 12th St. for $23 million to the same buyer. Built on the 3.85-acre site in 1993, the dealership last traded for $16 million in 2021. The deeds reflect the value of the real estate, but dealership acquisition may include additional consideration for the assets of the business. Dream Motor Group also owns Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay and Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables. The dealership is owned by Joe Agresti, former Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Steve Cannon and former college football coach Nick Saban.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY — Seventy-three members of Recruit Class 159 have officially joined the ranks of the county’s fire department as probationary firefighters following their graduation last week, officials said. The new firefighters began their assignments Monday at fire stations across Miami-Dade County, where they will support emergency response operations and community safety efforts. The class marks the latest addition to the department’s workforce as it continues to expand staffing to meet growing public safety demands.

Bal Harbour resident Gabe Groisman with a recent appearance on CBN.

Legendary Miami Heat PA announcer Michael Baiamonte signs off for his final regular-season game.

"I cannot swim ... it's filling up with water." 911 audio and police footage caught the tense moments as first responders rushed to save a driver who lost control and crashed into a retention pond. See the dramatic rescue.

BANK ROBBERY | Law enforcement is on the ground in Jensen Beach Saturday morning as deputies track a suspect who robbed a Chase Bank. Deputies with the Martin County Sheriff's Office and detectives swarmed the scene shortlv after 9:00 a.m. following reports of a robbery at the branch. According to investigators, the suspect entered the bank and demanded cash from emplovees. While deputies say the man did not brandish a weapon, he repeatedly reached for his waistband during the encounter, leading tellers to believe he was armed. After securing an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect reportedly fled the building.

Celebrate Israel Independence Day! 🇮🇱 PJ Library Broward County invites you and your family to a fun-filled afternoon at a playground in Cooper City! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome 🎈 Israel-themed activities 🌞 Great chance to celebrate together in honor of Israel! 🗓 Monday, April 20th ⏰ 4:30 PM 📍 Location shared after RSVP 📞 RSVP to Allison Zur: 203-274-3656 Don’t miss this exciting family gathering—come celebrate, connect, and enjoy! 💙

At Miami International Airport, we had the honor of celebrating Holocaust survivor Allan Hall’s 91st birthday on his way to the March of the Living. A journey of memory, strength, and life. 🤍

THE NOSH SPOT by Gator Kosher–Chabad UF is open today and all week 11:00am–3:00pm, at the UF Reitz Union, Ground Floor. Enjoy a HOT, FRESH, Kosher Lunch. Come grab your favorites: Shwarma, Pastrami, Falafel, Matzah Ball Soup, Pulled Beef, Bagel & Lox, and more delicious options! Always low student pricing :)

A company that describes itself as one of North America's largest waste management businesses is about to get even bigger. GFL Environmental entered into an agreement to acquire Secure Waste Infrastructure Corp. in a deal valued at $4.3 billion. It comes months after the firm moved its headquarters from Canada to Miami Beach. The purchase will be made with 20% cash and 80% stock, according to a news release. It is expected to close in the second half of the year. The deal will help GFL expand its footprint in Western Canada, said founder and CEO Patrick Dovigi. "[It will] significantly enhance our scale and expand our ability to offer customers a full suite of waste management services," he said. Headquartered in Calgary, Secure operates in North Dakota and Western Canada. It specializes in treating, recycling and disposing of industrial and oilfield waste to minimize environmental impact for industrial customers. Secure CEO Allen Gransch and the company's 2,000 employees will join GFL when the purchase closes. "The transaction will combine Secure's hard to replicate infrastructure network with GFL's broader platform, strengthening GFL's ability to capture more waste streams across the value chain," Gransch said.

🌿 BIG WIN for the Everglades! Gov. DeSantis announced that Florida's massive EAA Reservoir project will now be completed 5 YEARS EARLY thanks to fully executed federal contracts. 🔹 240,000-acre-foot reservoir south of Lake Okeechobee 🔹 Will prevent harmful discharges into the Everglades 🔹 Moves water south instead of east/west to restore natural flow 🔹 Part of $8 billion invested in Everglades restoration since 2019

'EVERGLADES PRESIDENT' | Trump called 'the Everglades president' as DeSantis marks accelerated reservoir progress.

Join the community for a delicious BBQ at FSU Chabad 🍔🔥 Good food, good vibes, and great company! Tuesday, 4/14 ⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM 🍽️ Kebab & French Fries 👥 Kosher dinner with friends Don’t miss it — come hungry! 😄 📲 Text “BBQ” to 850-429-4494 to RSVP

A very large and out of control fire is currently burning near I-75 in Naples, Florida. Residents in the area of Collier Boulevard should be prepared for the possibility of evacuations as the fire is blowing your way.

What's left of the Mandarin after implosion.

BREAKERS BREAK-IN | Police say a couple confronted suspects at The Breakers after spotting them leaving their hotel room with a $32,000 Hermès bag and other designer items.

Reality stars caught on bodycam. A couple from “Real Housewives of Pretoria” were arrested after an alleged Publix theft scheme. According to the arrest reports, over the course of six months, Petrus "Peet" Viljoen and Melany Viljoen had been "ticket switching," a form of shoplifting where a price tag or barcode from a less expensive item is placed on a more expensive item, the reports said.

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A man running for Florida governor was arrested in Flagler County after allegedly battering elderly victims.⁠ ⁠ Officials said deputies received reports that Kevin Cichowski, 46, attacked two elderly victims at a home, hit one with a cane and threw a cellphone at the other, and he allegedly was armed.⁠

ANTI-CEASEFIRE | Dozens of Iranian-Americans gathered Saturday in downtown Tampa to protest ongoing U.S. ceasefire negotiations with Iran.

Floridian & Newsmax contributor Bryan Leib: Never again is not just a slogan, it's a call to action with a price, and that price must be paid every single day. May we never forget the memory of the 6M we lost during the Holocaust.

FADING TO GREY: A massive smoke cloud billows into the sky as a fast-moving brush fire tears through Picayune Strand State Forest in Naples, Florida — triggering evacuations as thick smoke partially blocked the sun.

Miami Beach lawmakers demand tougher action after arrests of 2 repeat offenders

Join YJP Los Olas for our final Rosh Chodesh Society class ✨ Lesson 7: Divine Image Projection — discovering how to free and fully step into our true potential. A beautiful way to wrap up the series.

Wildfire continues to burn in Naples

An oceanfront mansion in Manalapan was sold for $35.08 million to a company that owns the neighboring lot. Rebecca Arcaini and husband Antonio G.B. Arcaini sold the 15,862-square-foot home at 1280 S. Ocean Blvd. to Pitchoune Life LLC, managed by Dennis Zaslavsky in Deerfield, Illinois. Zaslavsky is the senior managing director of Clearstead Advisors, a wealth office for multiple families, and a registered investment advisor. Gary Pohrer of Serhant represented the buyer in the deal, while Marine Rollins of Miami Global Realty worked with the seller. The price equated to $2,212 per square foot. The home was built on the 1.33-acre site spanning the ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway in 2007. This is the first time it has sold. It features nine bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, four half-bathrooms, a bar, an elevator, wine cellar, a fitness room, a theater room, a pool, a sauna, a summer kitchen, a balcony, and a dock. In January, Pitchoune Life LLC paid $27.49 million for the 1.34-acre vacant lot at 1300 S. Ocean Blvd., right next to this mansion. That means the company now owns 2.67 acres. As for the seller, the Arcaini family sold the home at 1260 S. Ocean Blvd. in 2021 for $15.45 million.

Honoring the Rebbe’s Legacy Yesterday Rabbi Chaim Lipskar & other's in the Chabad community had the honor of attending a Proclamation in honor of the Rebbe’s birthday, joined by Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Commissioner Vicky L. Lopez, Commissioner Mickey Steinberg, and Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III. A powerful reminder of the Rebbe’s message of kindness, leadership, and making a difference in the world.

Fort Lauderdale unveils new stormwater pump planned after devastating flooding three years ago

GROUND BREAKING | Palm Beach International Airport and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue broke ground on an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting station.

What an incredible Passover week at Chabad of the Beaches! The photos were captured before the Seders and before onset of the holiday—but what we experienced together goes far beyond what a camera can capture. 🔥 From a rocking Seder- the delicious gourmet catered menu, the Mah Nishtana enthusiastically recited by our Aleph students, authentic hand-baked matzah, soulful songs, insightful anecdotes and stories, endless questions, and an Elijah the prophet visitor…👀 To closing out the week with a powerful Moshiach Meal—our “Optimal Life” experience—exploring what a peaceful, purposeful future can look like and how each of us can live the best version of ourselves, bringing more meaning, kindness, and awareness into our daily lives. ✨

Evolve Cos. will soon break ground on an apartment complex near Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood after obtaining a $48.5 million construction loan. Genesis Capital provided the mortgage to Wilmington, North Carolina-based Evolve Cos., through an affiliate, for the 40,500-square-foot site at 535-585 N.W. 35th St. Northmarq’s Chris Hammel arranged the loan. “Northmarq was pleased to provide the Evolve team construction financing for Evolve Wynwood 35,” Hammel said. “This will be an exciting 141-unit project with tremendous visibility from I-95 and I-195. We appreciate the opportunity and relationship with the developer.” The eight-story Wynwood 35 will feature 141 apartments, ranging from studios to two bedrooms. Amenities will include a pool deck, outdoor kitchens, coworking space, a gym with a yoga studio, and a dog park. Hammel said Evolve Wynwood 35 should be completed in 2028. Miami-based Kobi Karp Architecture designed the project. The developer assembled the property just north of Wynwood, in Wynwood Norte, for $9.8 million in 2022. It filed development plans in early 2025. There’s been more multifamily development in Wynwood and Wynwood Norte in recent years as people seek to live near popular entertainment venues and restaurants.

A Florida Highway Patrol Officer was dragged by a car and into a fence while conducting a targeted vehicle stop of an alleged gang member who had unlawfully returned to the U.S. and was wanted for murder in Jamaica. The officer was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.