Making recess more routine — inside the 40+ Double Dutch Club, SoFlo
No men. No kids. No pets. No stress. Those are the house rules of the 40+ Double Dutch South Florida subclub, where your age is your ticket in.
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South Florida teen gives thousands of used tennis balls a second life through nonprofit
What starts as a bright yellow tennis ball flying across the court often ends in the trash after just a few hours of competitive play. But one South Florida teenager is changing that — one tennis ball at a time.
The ‘leading ladies’ of Science — inside the Microbiology Girls Club
It’s part science club, part mentorship program and part launchpad for the next generation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). But what really connects the girls inside this microbiology lab is curiosity and a community built on asking (and answering) questions.
Local 10, Publix bring hunger relief through 6th annual ‘Food for Thought’
According to a new poll conducted by No Kid Hungry -- a campaign of the organization Share Our Strength, dedicated to ending childhood hunger in the U.S. -- four out of five Floridians are struggling to afford food. In South Florida, nearly 1 million residents are food insecure.
Miami Beach studio turns yoga session into relief effort for Venezuela
A local yoga studio is turning movement into meaningful support for Venezuela with a donation-based class aimed at helping families in need.
Inter Miami, Marlins, Dolphins join relief efforts to help Venezuela earthquake victims
South Florida professional sports teams are stepping up to help communities in Venezuela after two back-to-back earthquakes recently left nearly 1,500 people dead and thousands more impacted.
Donations pour in at South Florida mission center to help Venezuela earthquake victims
People from across the United States are coming together in South Florida to send help to Venezuela, with donations pouring into the Global Empowerment Mission.
Faith, family and perseverance: South Florida graduate earns full college scholarship after years of sacrifice
For Juovance Nelson, graduating from high school was about much more than earning a diploma. The South Florida teen is the first in his family to attend college, reaching a milestone made possible through years of faith, family support and personal sacrifice.
From foster care to doctorate: South Florida woman turns pain into purpose
From foster care to becoming a psychotherapist, nonprofit founder and foster mom — Dr. Alecia Rodriguez is using her story to help others find hope.
40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge raises funds for Ann Storck Center in Pompano Beach
More than 100 people braved the South Florida heat Saturday to take part in the 40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge, a fundraising event benefiting the Ann Storck Center.
Breast cancer survivor turns personal struggle into lifeline for hundreds of South Florida families
A Miami-Dade mother, wife and licensed optometrist is channeling her experience in surviving breast cancer into helping others through 305 Pink Pack, a nonprofit organization that provides free support services and essential items to cancer patients and their families.
Haiti’s World Cup dream inspires South Florida’s next generation
For many in South Florida’s Haitian community, the road to the FIFA World Cup is about much more than soccer.
Lauderhill’s Walk for Peace brings community together to honor gun violence victims
Residents, families and community leaders gathered Saturday for the city of Lauderhill’s Walk for Peace, a community event focused on unity, healing and raising awareness about gun violence.
Major milestone reached as community rallies to restore home of Richmond Heights couple
When Local 10 launched “Good News South Florida” in April, the goal was not only to share uplifting stories but also to inspire viewers to become part of them.
Rita Case named Broward County PBA’s Humanitarian of the Year
Rita Case, president, CEO and owner of Rick Case Automotive Group, has been named the Broward County Police Benevolent Association’s 2026 Humanitarian of the Year.
From 1 child’s tragedy, a legacy of hope: How Firewall Centers is transforming thousands of young lives
What began as a simple act of compassion in response to a heartbreaking tragedy has grown into Firewall Centers, a nonprofit organization serving thousands of Broward County students every day through free after-school education, mentoring and life-changing support.
Free haircuts help Dania Beach students feel confident for school ceremonies
At Collins Elementary in Dania Beach, dozens of students received fresh haircuts Wednesday ahead of their end-of-the-school-year ceremonies, helping them walk into the special day with a little more confidence.
Little Haiti celebrates 10 years since official Miami designation
A cultural hub and cornerstone for Miami’s Haitian community is celebrating a milestone anniversary.
4th annual Paint Walk for Teen Mental Health held in Miami
Hundreds gathered Saturday morning at D.A.S.H. High School in Miami for the fourth annual Paint Walk for Teen Mental Health, an event honoring the life and legacy of Kennedy Bailey while raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health resources for teens.
Bryant McKinnie hosts mental health conversation event in South Florida
University of Miami alum and NFL champion Bryant McKinnie held his fourth annual Cocktails and Conversation in support of the BMajor Foundation on Thursday.
‘Surreal’ surprise: Miami high schoolers blindsided by full rides to college
Two students at Booker T. Washington High School in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood were surprised on Tuesday with full four-year college scholarships.
Epilepsy Alliance Florida supporters Walk the Talk at Zoo Miami
People across Miami gathered at Zoo Miami on Saturday morning for the 17th annual “Walk the Talk” event to raise awareness and support for people living with epilepsy, a neurological disorder that affects about 1 in 26 people during their lifetime.
‘It Took a City’: Former homeless mother now helps other women through CityHouse nonprofit
Since 2014, CityHouse has helped hundreds of mothers overcome adversity at its campuses in Delray Beach and Boca Raton.
‘Stamp Out Hunger’: National effort to collect food happens May 9
It only takes a few, easy steps to fight hunger.
Why everyone wants a seat at South Florida’s mahjong table
It has quickly become one of the hottest tables in town. It’s the Mahjong movement and it’s drawing in young blood.
South Florida family builds opportunity for adults on the autism spectrum with car wash
More than five million adults between the ages of 18 and 65 in the United States are on the autism spectrum. In Florida alone, that number reaches roughly 320,000. Yet for many, finding steady employment remains a major challenge—about 80 percent are unemployed.
Annual March for Babies in Davie raises awareness, critical funds for maternal/infant health crisis
It was a packed campus at Nova Southeastern University Saturday morning as families, medical staff and supporters came together to walk at Broward’s annual March for Babies event in Davie.
Young volunteers hit Pompano Beach for day of service cleanup
Many kids spent their Saturday along the shoreline in Pompano Beach as part of a youth-focused beach cleanup event aimed at teaching environmental responsibility.
Poetry, love of Miami blend in citywide contest
Do you marvel at Miami? If so, how much? Those are the questions organizers of a citywide initiative invited native writers to answer.