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Boynton Beach leaders are sounding the alarm over a proposed state constitutional amendment they say could cost the city tens of millions of dollars in revenue each year if voters approve it in November. City officials said the proposal would expand a property tax exemption and could reduce Boynton Beach's ad valorem tax revenue by an estimated $18 million to $22 million, or about 46%, according to a preliminary staff presentation to commissioners. Staff told commissioners the city could face reduced hours at the library and recreation center, fewer community events, higher user fees and possible facility closures. City Manager Daniel Dugger said the city's workforce could also be heavily affected. "Of the 991 employees, there will be mass layoffs in the city of Boynton Beach," Dugger said, adding that a budget gap of that size could not be closed without affecting positions. Officials also said there is no guarantee the state would provide funding to offset the losses. Commissioners said they are not yet discussing specific cuts, but they believe public outreach should begin now so residents understand what could be at stake. "A lot of people are saying, 'Boy, we're going to be saving ad valorem dollars,' but they don't understand what we're giving up," one commissioner said.

PARSHA FARBRENGEN WITH ORLANDO COMMUNITY KOLLEL EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Come shmooze the Parsha with the Chavrei HaKollel. A relaxed 10-15 minute Farbrengen filled with insight, inspiration, and good conversation. Perfect way to connect to the weekly Parsha after a busy day. Following Maariv Thursday Nights 6333 Hidden Dale Ave Grab a few minutes. A vort. A thought. A connection. All are welcome. Stop by and join the community.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia had a message for south Florida voters Wednesday. Don’t believe the hype from “big government apologists” who claim cities and counties won’t be able to afford core government services if Gov. Ron DeSantis’ revamped property tax package is approved by 60% of the voters in November. Ingoglia, appointed CFO by DeSantis, has been making the case for months that local governments have engaged in wasteful spending for the last five years, creating the premise that cities and counties can absorb the financial hit that would come their way if the package passes.

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Sapore Italian Restaurant Joins The ORB Family Another kosher dining option is joining the South Florida community. Sapore Italian Restaurant, located in Hollywood, is now officially under ORB certification, bringing its menu of traditional Italian favorites made with fresh ingredients and no added seed oils, MSG, or preservatives to the growing list of ORB-certified establishments. Located at 4009 Oakwood Blvd., Sapore offers the community another kosher destination for pizza, pasta, and classic Italian cuisine. Wishing the Sapore team much hatzlacha as they begin this exciting new chapter under ORB certification.

WRONGFUL DEATH SUIT | The family of a West Palm Beach man sues kratom drink maker, local retailers after 32-year-old's death.

New York-based MCR has submitted a significant boost for its plans to build hotels surrounding its Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon. M2 Miami Airport Blue Lagoon LLC, part of MCR, filed a DIZ zoning application with Miami-Dade County officials for the 20.6-acre site at 5101 Blue Lagoon Dr. It currently has a 14-story, 508-room hotel that was developed on the waterfront site in 1983. After buying the property for $118.25 million in 2023, MCR filed plans in 2024 to build another 400 hotel rooms there – with two hotels of 200 rooms each in eight stories. However, the new proposal is for 1,000 additional hotel rooms. Now, MCR wants to rezone the site from IU-2 (industrial) to RU-4A (hotel and apartments), allow up to 164 feet in height instead of 154 feet, and reduce the distance between the hotels and the parking garages. This would set the stage for two additional hotels of 500 rooms and 14 stories each. The two new hotels would have pool decks on the sixth floor. The rooms would range from 324 to 855 square feet. Because the new hotels would replace surface parking, MCR would build new parking garages. There would be two new garages serving the existing Hilton: a seven-story garage with 419 spaces for self-parking and a five-story garage with 266 spaces for only valet parking. Plus, each new hotel would have a six-story garage with 297 spaces.

WORKER RESCUED | Crews freed a worker trapped beneath heavy concrete in a dangerous construction accident.

A large stash of drugs was found during a SWAT raid of a Florida home that was next door to a county jail, authorities said. The raid happened at a home in Tavares that's directly next to the Lake County Jail, the county's sheriff's office said. Video of the raid released by the sheriff's office on Thursday shows SWAT officers swarming the home and breaking through a window before multiple suspects are seen walking out with their hands up.

A review from am influencer on a fully Kosher food court at a gas station in Hollywood, Florida. 🌴 There is both dairy and meat options.

A brazen hit-and-run involving a Corvette and a police cruiser during a routine traffic stop in South Beach led to the driver’s arrest in Miami.

Summer Soirée is back tomorrow night!! After an incredible first Summer Soirée, we’re doing it all again with amazing people, beautiful views, and music by DJ Chai🙌🏼 🍸 Cocktails & Bites 🎧 DJ Chai Friday, June 5 🕡 6:45PM – Pre-Shabbat Social 📍 The Cove Rooftop at The Rok Family Shul 🔗 RSVP: www.yjpmiami.com

Florida Congressman Randy Fine: Rep Rashida Tlaib's resolution should be called the Hezbollah Empowerment Act of 2026. It would force the United States to remove the Marines protecting our embassy in Lebanon and hand it over to the same terrorists who murdered 241 of our Marines in 1983. The only beneficiary of this bill is Hezbollah. This should be an easy NO vote.

Miami could see economic boom from World Cup

6/5: Outside of dangerous rip currents at all east coast beaches, the weather across South Florida will remain fairly quiet today & once again on Saturday. Models hint at an increase in rain chances beginning on Sunday and increasing throughout next week.

Commissioner David Weingot Announces Surfside Selected to Host FIFA VIP Guests and World Cup Final Watch Party As the world turns its attention to South Florida for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Surfside is proud to play a prominent role on the international stage. Commissioner David Weingot announced that the Town of Surfside has been selected to host FIFA VIP guests and international dignitaries throughout the tournament, further solidifying the town’s reputation as a premier global destination. With its pristine beaches, exceptional hospitality, vibrant local businesses, and unique community character, Surfside offers an ideal setting for international visitors and sports leaders from around the world. Commissioner Weingot also announced that Surfside will host a community beach watch party for the FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The event will provide residents, families, and visitors with an opportunity to come together and celebrate the conclusion of one of the world’s most significant spor

A former Miami Beach mayor is under investigation in connection to the Jeffrey Epstein probe. The Justice Department is looking into sexual assault allegations against former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine. Levine served as the city’s mayor from 2013 to 2017. A woman made those accusations while testifying before the House Oversight Committee investigating the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.

A man was hospitalized in critical condition after being shot early Friday on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, authorities said. Miami Beach police responded just before 5 a.m. to reports of a shooting in the 6700 block of Collins Avenue. Police closed northbound Collins Avenue at 67th Street as investigators processed the scene. Traffic was diverted west onto Harding Avenue and Indian Creek Drive.

The Bobka King Chris Carenones recently tried Rugelach from Sonny's Bakery in North Miami.

A growing vision. A growing community. What began as a single location is becoming a vibrant Jewish campus in the heart of Las Olas. Now home to: ✡️ Chabad Jewish Center 📚 Hebrew School & Youth Programs 🎨 Friendship Art Gallery 🕎Judaica store 🍽️ Restaurants 💙 Friendship circle & life skills program 🇮🇱Israel Heart2Heart Together, these spaces create opportunities for learning, connection, hospitality, culture, and acts of kindness for people of all ages. Rooted in Torah. Built on community. Inspired by purpose.

First Annual Likras Shabbos Siyum at Young Israel of Boca Raton This week, the Young Israel of Boca Raton hosted the first annual Likras Shabbos Siyum, marking the culmination of a successful year of learning and growth. Likras Shabbos is a special program in which children come to shul 30 minutes before Shabbos to learn Hilchos Shabbos and prepare for Shabbos. Through consistent participation and dedication, the children gained valuable knowledge and a deeper appreciation for Shabbos. The Siyum brought together participants from both Boca Raton and Miami, highlighting the program’s growing impact across South Florida. Families and community members joined in celebrating the children's achievements and commitment to Torah learning. Likras Shabbos look forward to continuing this inspiring program and building on its success for many years to come. Mazal tov to all the participants on this wonderful accomplishment!

The amazing Pala now available at KC Market Hollywood

A 15-year-old was struck by a Florida deputy in a patrol car, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. FCSO said the teen on an electric scooter ran a stop sign and collided with the patrol vehicle. "The deputy had the right of way and was traveling about 19 mph," the sheriff's office said when sharing the video on social media. The teen was evaluated by Flagler County Fire Rescue and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.

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FLORIDA CONGRESSMAN RANDY FINE: California can run their state however they want — even if it turns into a banana republic. But it becomes my problem when they send people to Congress who may not have been legitimately elected. What happens in California affects Florida because I have to serve with them. That’s a violation of my constituents’ rights.

THE FLORIDA SCOOP & HATZALAH OF SOUTH FLORIDA WISHES A GOOD SHABBOS TO THE COMMUNITY

Former Miami Mayor Francis Suarez promoting the World Cup in Miami

Dem Congressman Jared Moskowitz says he will work with anyone who wants to help South Florida. "Throughout my time in Congress, I’ve worked alongside Republicans and Independents when it meant delivering real results for our community. Make no mistake about it: the fights that matter – lower costs, safer neighborhoods, better jobs – are bigger than any aisle in Congress." Jared Moskowitz

FLORIDA UNITED STATES SENATOR RICK SCOTT: Kanye West’s antisemitic remarks are vile & a slap in the face to Florida’s Jewish community. It’s EXTREMELY troubling that TAXPAYER dollars are being used to fund his upcoming concert in Tampa. I’m demanding ACTION.

Tri-Rail is your connection to experience #WorldCup 2026 without the stress of driving or parking. 🚆 Check out this quick video guide that shows how to get on board from any of Tri Rails 19 stations across South Florida.

Mezuzahs Going Up All Over Amelia Island And Nassau County Mezuzahs are being placed throughout Amelia Island and Nassau County in a beautiful community mitzvah initiative. If you would like to take part and bring this special mitzvah into your home or business, visit ChabadAmeliaIsland.com/Mezuzah or reach out today. Shabbat Shalom! Candle lighting in Amelia Island is at 8:08 PM.

Florida United States Senator Rick Scott pictured with Miami Dolphin Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino

Local Jewish Influencer Boaz giving a tour of The Shul in Bal Harbour

'THE [CUBAN] PEOPLE WANT US THERE SO BADLY.' President Trump spoke to reporters about Cuba and mentioned that after the war with Iran, he would 'make a little brief stop' on the island.

Dramatic new body camera video shows Broward deputies and an off-duty firefighter racing to save a woman from her vehicle as it was sinking in a Pompano Beach canal. The footage released by the Broward Sheriff's Office on Friday shows deputies responding after the vehicle ended up in the water in the 2600 block of S. Palm Aire Drive, near Palm Aire Country Club, back on May 1.

Havdala at Chabad of Ocean Drive Hallandale/Hollywood

The Orlando Community Kollel is honored to welcome HaRav Mordechai Linzer שליט״א for a special Yarchei Kallah this Sunday, June 7, at the Orlando Torah Center. Join us for breakfast following Shacharis, followed by a morning of Torah learning and a shiur from one of Yerushalayim’s distinguished talmidei chachamim. 📖 Learning: 9:30 AM 🎤 Shiur: 10:30 AM 📍 Orlando Torah Center All are welcome.

Packed house tonight in Flagler County for Florida’s next Governor Byron Donalds!

Young Pro-Trump Florida House candidate Kelly Ann Walker just SURGED past her fundraising goals after running on a pro-deportation, right-wing agenda in District 74

Heat index values will rise today across Southwest Florida to 100-105 degrees before some scattered rain showers and storms develop later in the day. Precautions are advised especially in Southwest Florida to avoid heat exhaustion.

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Yarchei Kallah at the Orlando Community Kollel is in full swing! Learning the sugya of Amira L’Yisroel

170 Young Jews From YJP Palm Beach Celebrate Shabbat Together They say June is quiet in South Florida. YJP Palm Beach clearly didn't get the memo. Over 170 young Jews came together this weekend for an unforgettable Shabbat celebration filled with ruach, connection, and community vibes. Nothing quite like it. Moments like these remind us why South Florida's Jewish scene stays strong year-round.

With the stage now set for the FIFA World Cup, local authorities and officials for the global soccer giant are hard at work to make sure the tournament is carried out smoothly.

Highlights from this Morning at the Orlando Community Kollel.

A woman is speaking out after she said her car was stolen by a driver who crashed his SUV in Deerfield Beach. Shyann Figaro said the driver swerved trying to avoid her car and ran headfirst into a building and a palm tree.

Busy & meaningful Morning at the Orlando Community Kollel

Prominent attorney Ángel Leal says criminals are creating fake videos using his image, voice and name to convince immigrants to pay for supposed legal services. His identity has been impersonated across multiple social media profiles. In these manipulated videos, a fake version of the lawyer urges people to contact him via WhatsApp to get help with immigration paperwork.

Boca Raton Restaurant News... The popular HOLY SCHNITZEL franchise has taken over the former location of Boca Grill. Expect an end of the summer opening. This is the 2nd South Florida location and 10th overall. Located at: 8903 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33434 This Sunday is the last day for Boca Grill.