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Lauderdale Lakes Commissioner Accused of Sexually Assaulting 14-Year-Old Girl

Lauderdale Lakes Commissioner Accused of Sexually Assaulting 14-Year-Old Girl

Police records say surveillance footage and license-plate data placed Commissioner Easton Harrison with the teenager on the morning of the alleged assault. Harrison, through his attorney, has denied the allegations.

September 4, 2026
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Wilton Manors Approves Major Redevelopment of Shoppes on Wilton Drive

Wilton Manors Approves Major Redevelopment of Shoppes on Wilton Drive

The scaled-back Stiles project will bring 89 condominiums and nearly 52,000 square feet of retail space to one of Wilton Drive’s most prominent properties.

September 4, 2026
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Lauderhill Vice Mayor Richard Campbell arrested on domestic violence charges

Lauderhill Vice Mayor Richard Campbell arrested on domestic violence charges

The arrest comes as Campbell campaigns to retain his seat on the Lauderhill City Commission in the November 3 election.

September 4, 2026
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Five South Florida Stories You Probably Missed This Week

Five South Florida Stories You Probably Missed This Week

Every week, The County will bring you five stories from across South Florida that might not have dominated your timeline, but could have a real impact on where we live. Here’s what you may have missed this week.

September 4, 2026
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Mother and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed by Lightning Strike in Margate

Mother and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed by Lightning Strike in Margate

A 31-year-old mother and her 2-year-old daughter died Sunday after they were struck by lightning in a Margate neighborhood, authorities said.

August 30, 2026
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Another Stern No: Fort Lauderdale rejects lobbyist Judy Stern from Charter Revision Board

Another Stern No: Fort Lauderdale rejects lobbyist Judy Stern from Charter Revision Board

Fort Lauderdale's City Commission rejects Judy Stern's bid for the city's Charter Revision Board.

December 18, 2024
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Elvin Villalobos ousted in Tamarac

Elvin Villalobos ousted in Tamarac

Villalobos served on the commission since 2020. He was defeated on Tuesday.

November 7, 2024
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Broward County Election Results

Broward County Election Results

An overview of municipal election results in Broward County.

November 6, 2024
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