It’s official. Turns out the world’s ugliest dog is from Palm Beach County. Quasi Modo, a ten-year-old mixed breed was crowed the winner of the 2015 World’s Ugliest Dog contest. Quasi’s ugliness won her owners, who hail from Loxahatchee, a cool $1,500 in prize winnings over the weekend, according to…
Ben Carson — Florida’s other presidential hopeful — was declared the winner of the Western Conservative Summit’s Republican presidential straw poll on Sunday. The WCS summit, held in Denver over the weekend, was apparently a big hurdle for the GOP field to see what their constituents are thinking, where they’re…
In an annual performance review filed in 2014, Susan G. Pierce, director of Broward County’s Animal Care and Adoption Section, received rave reviews. Her bosses said that Pierce “consistently contributes more than expected” in nearly every category. That same year, however, the Broward Office of Inspector General released a scathing,…
It’s been an historical day today for gay-rights advocates and America as a whole, as the Supreme Court officially legalized same-sex marriage in the U.S. And now that the battle is over, it’s time to celebrate! As rallies gather throughout the country today, Equality Florida Fort Lauderdale is throwing a shindig…
As news of the United States Supreme Court officially legalizing same-sex marriage across the nation began to trickle in, Florida’s biggest political figures put out statements stressing their views and opinions on the matter. Jeb Bush talked about his faith. Pam Bondi was more pragmatic, and spoke about the rule of law. …
Speculation ran rampant as to who the Miami Heat would select with the tenth overall pick in Thursday night’s NBA Draft. Would it be a shooter? Someone who can defend the perimeter? A swingman who could step in and contribute right away? Turns out, it ended up being the steal…
Rick Scott has announced that he is dropping the lawsuit against The Obama administration over the Low Income Pool (LIP) health-care program. The announcement comes hours after the Supreme Court handed the president a victory by upholding Obamacare subsidies, allowing, millions in Florida who have insurance through Obamacare will continue…
Earlier this week, Palm Beach County Commissioners passed a panhandling ordinance making it illegal for someone to solicit for money or donations from a driver white on a county road. Which means anyone found panhandling will be fined $500 and even see some jail time. But the American Civil Liberties Union…
The NBA Draft is tonight, and your Miami Heat are picking 10th. That’s pretty exciting, given the craptactular season they had last year when they lost LeBron James, and then Chris Bosh almost died. Yet, even with the excitement of draft night, the Heat enter the off-season in turbulent waters…
Jayvon Woolfork continues to insist he’s innocent in the gang rape and beating of a Hollywood teen has rejected yet another plea deal. The latest plea deal would have had Woolfork, 20, serve 10 years in prison, plus five years probation, as opposed to 20 years-to-life he’s facing if he’s…
Authorities have arrested Rick Ross after he allegedly pistol whipped and kept an man construction worker from leaving his home. According to various reports, Ross and his bodyguard are facing kidnapping, aggravated assault and aggravated battery charges after being arrested by a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force arrested him…
Broward County is a step closer to having more lax penalties for anyone busted for minor pot possession. On Tuesday, county commissioners unanimously voted to draw up an ordinance to lessen penalties for anyone caught with 20 grams of less of marijuana — though the exact amount will still need…
An underage volunteer for the Boys & Girls Clubs is suing the organization after she was impregnated by a coach who worked there who was twice her age. The coach, 32-year-old Corey Collier, was hired by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County despite having a criminal background. …
In a 5-1 vote on Tuesday, the Palm Beach County Commissioners voted to ban panhandling throughout the county. The ordinance covers not only those who beg for money from drivers in intersections but also to charities, non-profit organizations, or anyone else soliciting donations. Specifically, the ordinance addresses people who stand…
It’s been almost a week since the Charleston, South Carolina shootings.. And the nation has moved from mourning to outrage to debate. The arrest of alleged shooter Dylann Roof has brought to light whether or not southern states should have Confederate flags flying in government buildings. The debate has gone…
In 2012, Lauderdale Lakes City Commissioner Eric Haynes used a fake address when he voted. This is a big no-no for elected officials and, as a result, the Broward Office of Inspector General filed a report to the Florida Elections Commission that proved Haynes used the address of a house…
Tullian Tchividjian grandson of Billy Graham, and pastor at Fort Lauderdale mega church Coral Ridge Presbyterian, has resigned from his pulpit after admitting to an affair. Aside from being known as Billy Graham’s grandkid, Tchividjian — who has been since 1994 and has three children with his wife Kim —…
Ever since the beginning of June, Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat have been in a weird public spat over his contract negotiations. Wade wants more money, while the Heat want him to not opt out so they can spend on getting better. It’s a bit of a pickle. But…
A Boca Raton business that claimed to be a “nails, facials and no massage” spa, which has been in business since July, 2014, was a front for a brothel, police say. The spa, located at 22 SE 6th St., allegedly serviced clients with sexual favors for money. Investigators say they’ve…
Delray Beach is a little closer to enacting a LGBT-inclusive civil rights ordinance, though not with a ton of legwork from Rand Hoch and the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council. On Tuesday, City commissioners voted 4-1 on first reading to enact a public policy that Delray Beach would officially oppose…
The entire nation is reeling and reacting to Wednesday night’s tragic shooting in a Charleston, South Carolina church. According to multiple reports, a white man named Dylann Storm Roof allegedly sat with African American parishioners at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church during a Bible study for about an hour before…
The Florida Supreme Court has ordered that embattled Broward Circuit Judge Laura Marie Watson be removed from office, according to JAABlog. Watson had been accused of negotiating the $14.5 million settlement of a 2002 a civil lawsuit against Progressive Insurance in secret when she was an attorney. Watson reportedly did…
