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As excitement builds, BlerDCon 2026 prepares to welcome thousands of fans to Arlington, Virginia, from…

Nearly a decade after photographer Johanne Rahaman turned her camera toward Pompano Beach’s Northwest community,…

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By Villij News Staff DEERFIELD BEACH — A Fort Lauderdale woman accused of living lavishly…

Zero-emission service continues connecting residents to the beach, groceries, healthcare and more POMPANO BEACH, FL…

From Pompano Beach to Miami, a chilly surprise reminded us of Alice H. Parker’s pioneering…

Senator Ashley Moody has announced a significant boost for Florida communities, with nearly half a…

A man was killed Monday night after being struck by a train in Deerfield Beach,…

The rhythmic beats of drums and vibrant melodies of horns will fill the air in…

Broward Health Honors Dr. King’s Legacy at Deerfield Beach Parade In a heartfelt celebration of…

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — South Florida artists Yung Miami, Trina, and Loe Shimmy are teaming…

FORT LAUDERDALE — Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit are asking the…

U.S. Lawmakers Renew Push to Ban No-Knock Warrants After Breonna Taylor’s Death Washington, D.C. —…

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson is making strides to address the mental health crisis affecting students in…

Pompano Beach residents are excited to see the return of the Fresh Food Box program…

In Broward County, Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn is taking bold steps to reshape local education…

In the face of staggering job losses affecting over 300,000 Black women, a new initiative…

A Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) deputy owes his life to a ballistic vest after being…

Exclusive Natura Bissé facials offered in a Pure Air Bubble for a limited time From…

Those who love a good laugh are in for a treat as comedy icon Martin…

Elden Campbell, a beloved figure in the basketball community, passed away unexpectedly at the age…

As residents of South Florida gear up for a wave of new shopping options, Nordstrom…

Port St. Lucie, FL – As the holiday season approaches, many residents find themselves grappling…

The Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) is alerting residents about a troubling new scam targeting families…

Moody’s upgrade reflects Broward Health’s strengthened financial position and community impact. In Fort Lauderdale, Broward…

Fort Lauderdale, FL — Broward HealthPoint is hosting a special celebration today to honor more…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Ashley Moody is urging swift legislative action following recent violent incidents…

Juici Patties, a beloved Jamaican patty chain, is set to make its mark in South…

**Detectives Locate Missing 13-Year-Old Girl in Dania Beach** In a heartening development, Broward Sheriff’s Office…

NORTH MIAMI — The vibrant cultural celebration known as the Soup and Champagne All White…

Comedian Katt Williams Brings The Golden Age Tour to Sunrise SUNRISE, Fla.— Comedy fans in…

**Missing 51-Year-Old Woman Found Safe in Broward County** Broward County, FL — The Broward Sheriff’s…

South Florida recently became the hub for health and wellness discussions as the Black Health…

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Disney Destiny, Disney Cruise Line’s latest ship, was christened Monday…

Detectives Successfully Locate Missing 13-Year-Old Girl in Dania Beach In a heartening development for the…

POMPANO BEACH, FL — As the holiday season approached, women across Broward County found a…

Missing 39-Year-Old Woman Found Safe in Broward County Broward County, FL — Ashley Scott, the…

Join the Pompano Beach Woman’s Club as they celebrate 15 inspiring men at the inaugural…

DUI Checkpoint Set for Deerfield Beach Ahead of Thanksgiving DEERFIELD BEACH — The Broward Sheriff’s…

Local Neurosurgeon Transforms Life of Pompano Beach Resident Pompano Beach resident Barry Meltz, 75, experienced…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Warns Against Off-Road Vehicles on Public Streets https://youtu.be/swulIkiR4L8?si=xzwIvqvAb3ErAZmp In a recent announcement,…

Broward County Business Conference & Expo Set for November 20 in Margate Margate, FL –…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Locating Missing Woman Fort Lauderdale, FL — The Broward Sheriff’s…

Missing Deerfield Beach Teen Found Safe DEERFIELD BEACH — The Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons…

South Florida Attorney Launches Memoir to Aid Jamaican Relief Efforts Parkland, FL — Kaysia Earley,…

LAUDERDALE LAKES — A 21-year-old transgender woman from Pompano Beach was shot and killed Friday…

DEERFIELD BEACH — The Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit is urgently seeking the public’s…

North Lauderdale Hosts Inaugural State of the City Address North Lauderdale, FL — The City…

MIAMI — October 1, 2025 — The Caribbean’s biggest celebration in the U.S. is back.…

By Christ Saint-Hilare Westview Cemetery has a goat problem. As odd as it may initially…

Andscape Premieres Memphis to the Mountain on Hulu + Disney+ This story may not be rooted in…

Q: My Babygirl just turned 17, she wants more independence, but I’m worried about safety…

By Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach, FL – What’s going on with the E. Pat Larkins…

“This is why taxpayers don’t trust the government”-Allison Fournier, Pompano Beach District 3 Commissioner By…

Commission Chambers | 100 West Atlantic Boulevard Tuesday, November 12th Special Joint Meeting 12:30 p.m.…

This is a first-person op ed by Villij News senior writer By Kristen Hernandez Politicians…

New York, NY – In a historic jury verdict rendered in New York City, formerpresident…

By Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach, FL – Local families and residents are struggling to buy…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a deputy-involved crash that killed a…

By Attiyya Atkins We might run from it, we might hide from it, but we’re…

Free burger for the first 100 guests on Saturday, January 27 Miramar, FL – A…

A 34-year-old man has been arrested for second degree-murder after fatally shooting his roommate in…

POMPANO BEACH, FL — On Thursday, December 14, Mack “Bear” Harper became the proud, appreciative…

By Attiyya Atkins What do the Blanche Ely Museum and Attucks Middle School have in…

Pompano Beach Music Fest Features A-list Headliners, Amazing Food, and Art Experiences Jazz Fest Pompano…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that killed two men…

A Pompano Beach man received his Christmas gift early. Ronald Marc, 51, won $1 million…

Submitted by Broward Health The holiday season is a time for joy, love and togetherness.…

By China Boynton This year the sixth annual Exit 36 Poetry Slam Festival will take…

By Kristen Hernandez The Dining Divas spiced up Fort Lauderdale with the debut of WE…

Music Under the Stars and Tree Lighting Holiday Special presented by the City of Pompano…

By Zenzele Clark For Pompano Beach residents and visitors in search of merry rendezvous, this…

By China Boynton The Small Biz Community and Economic Development Corp (CEDC) hosted the inaugural…

By Kristen Hernandez and Attiyya Atkins Broward County, FL – Crime does pay. Thanks to…

By City of Pompano Beach The McNab House & Botanical Gardens project continues to blossom!…

This August’s Old Town Untapped Summer Sizzle features the edgy Americana sounds of SOSOS and the compelling…

Lightning Bolt Hits Pompano Beach Walgreens Causing Power Outage By Kristen Hernandez Caroline Moore and…

By Kristen Hernandez Black Genius in flight showcased an unforgettable Juneteenth “edu-tainment” event, “An Ode…

Pompano Beach’s newly built Senior Center is expected to open July 17, sources say. The…

By Kristen Hernandez The second week of trial for Jamell Demons, aka YNW Melly, continued…

Don’t sleep on voting. Our ancestors, the NAACP, and a few other progressive groups are…

By China Boynton The Blanche Ely high school alumni class of 1966 recently continued their…

The Pompano Beach City Commission will hold a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, June 27 at…

Ali Cultural Arts Center Hosts Free Concert with Melton Mustafa Jr. and Friends Celebration of…

Pompano Beach Native Rapper Kodak Black hosts Family-Centric Day. One-of-a-kind cars are set to be…

How Residents Are Taking Back Their City and Their Safety By Kristen Hernandez Mitchell Moore…

Celebrates 10 years this month By Attiyya Atkins It’s not true that girls just want…

By China Boynton On Tuesday, April 25 the Florida House Representatives passed bill HB 49…

Coach Tommy Hunter, a Living Legend By Attiyya Atkins Coach Tommy Hunter, 67, has been…

By Attiyya Atkins Vacant lots in Pompano Beach’s northwest corridor are disappearing. Now “New Homes…

Q: I’m interested in bringing another person into our bedroom. Me and my partner have…

By Kristen Hernandez Collier City – Tips from the public and relentless detective work all…

By Attiyya Atkins It’s time for kids to get out of their phones and into…

By China Boynton The new Senior Activity Center located on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard…

Forget the Kansas City Chiefs, Pompano Beach has its own Super Bowl championship team. The…

By Attiyya Atkins As communities across the country celebrate Women’s History Month, a new generation…

By Akayliah Simpson The 42 million Americans who rely on SNAP benefits have faced growing…

Winner could earn opportunity to lease historic People’s Barbecue building MIAMI, Fla. — The Southeast…

Pompano Beach is considering reviving its police force after 25 years of relying on the…