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World Cup may strain Fort Lauderdale's public safety budget
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (198+ words) The World Cup is placing an increased strain on Fort Lauderdale's public safety budget, and officials are trying to recoup the extra money the city is expected to spend. In a letter to commissioners this week, City Manager Rickelle Williams…...
Fort Lauderdale Commissioner resigns mid-term, special election to be held
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (269+ words) City of Fort Lauderdale District 1 Commissioner John Herbst on Friday submitted a letter of resignation, effective Nov. 2. The city will hold a special election to select a commissioner to serve the remaining two years of Herbst's term. Herbst served as…...
Fort Lauderdale delays city hall agreement, will explore other options
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (475+ words) The City of Fort Lauderdale commission on Tuesday night chose to delay a preliminary agreement for the design and construction of a new city hall building. Instead, the commission put a 60-day pause on the design of the city hall,…...
Fort Lauderdale advances Las Olas improvements " will remove iconic median trees
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (163+ words) The City of Fort Lauderdale is advancing a project that calls for removing some of the iconic black olive trees that line the center of Las Olas Boulevard in its downtown. On Tuesday night the city commission approved conceptual design…...
From penalty boxes to physics: Hockey takes over Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (537+ words) The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale has unveiled a new exhibit aimed at blending hockey and science. "HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever" is a 7, 500-square-foot interactive experience that seeks to deliver a science-based focus on South Florida's hottest…...
Fort Lauderdale adopts new rule establishing exclusive children play areas
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (218+ words) The City of Fort Lauderdale has adopted a new ordinance that designates "Exclusive Children Play Areas" within its city parks. That comes with signs that say adults are not permitted in playgrounds unless they are accompanying a minor. So far…...
FBI launches web-based portal to collect photos, videos of last Sunday's Fort Lauderdale shooting
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (128+ words) The FBI created a specialized web-based portal to allow witnesses to bypass traditional phone lines and directly upload high-resolution cellphone footage or photos that may have captured the suspect or the moments leading up to the 2 a. m. gunfire. The shooting happened…...
Fort Lauderdale project aims to expand internet access to underserved areas
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (121+ words) A new program in Fort Lauderdale aims to expand internet access to residents in underserved areas. The city commission announced a one-year pilot project with Slice Wireless Solutions Inc. to expand its wireless connection network. The program will offer free…...
FAA list to reduce flights during the government shutdown includes Miami, Fort Lauderdale airports
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (283+ words) The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 of the busiest airports " including Miami and Fort Lauderdale " across the nation to reduce pressure on air traffic controllers during the ongoing government shutdown and ensure that…...
Fort Lauderdale's Stonewall Museum receives $40 K grant amid budget cuts
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (149+ words) A museum in Fort Lauderdale that's home to decades of American LGBTQ+ history is getting much-needed financial help. The Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library has received a $40, 000 grant to help develop new programming and run daily operations. The windfall…...