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The D.C. region is under a code red air quality alert due to heat and smoke from Canadian wildfires, making the air unhealthy for all, especially those with health issues. A code purple alert affects areas west of Interstate 81, and air quality is expected to improve by Saturday as a cold front brings rain and storms.

A French bulldog named Miracle was found abandoned in Fort Lauderdale and has gained 19 pounds and regained activity under the care of medical foster Amiee Galarza in West Palm Beach. Miracle, who was initially starved, dehydrated, and sick, is recovering with the help of iHeart Animal Rescue and specialized medical treatment.

A driver accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of the brake, crashing into the front of a Pompano Beach convenience store. No injuries were reported, and the store owner stated the driver is a regular customer.

A third victim, 51-year-old Jeffrey Standifer, was identified in a Lauderhill stabbing spree that occurred on June 30. Two other victims, 36-year-old Mesilien Pierre and 68-year-old Wildford White, were killed during the attack. Suspect Gregory Da Silva is in custody at Broward County Jail pending trial.

The D.C. region is experiencing a heat wave with high temperatures in the 90s and smoky skies due to Canadian wildfires. A code orange air quality alert warns sensitive groups, including children and those with respiratory conditions, to limit outdoor activity. Possible thunderstorms and reduced visibility are expected, with some relief anticipated next week.

Two people are recovering in stable condition after a shooting in Coral Springs. Police responded to the intersection of Northwest 87th Terrace and Atlantic Blvd, where 7News reported a large police presence. Authorities confirmed all parties involved have been identified and there is no threat to the community.

The D.C. area is experiencing a heat wave with temperatures expected to exceed 100°F, prompting a heat advisory from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday. The National Weather Service warns of dangerous heat index values and potential record highs at Reagan National and Dulles airports, compounded by wildfire smoke from Canada affecting air quality.

Two northbound lanes on Interstate 95 near State Road 860 are closed due to a cement truck rollover. Emergency crews have shut down the area, causing traffic to halt, and the driver's condition remains unknown.

A 44-year-old man, Hutch Benjamin, was arrested in Fort Lauderdale for allegedly attacking a mother and her autistic son with a stick. The victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were hospitalized before being released. The suspect has a prior criminal history, and the mother described the attack as unprovoked, highlighting her son's vulnerability as a nonverbal individual.

Evelyn Valdes, 28, was killed in a 2025 Miami police crossfire during a birthday celebration after officers fired on an armed man. Her family now sues the police department, alleging reckless actions and failure to de-escalate, with officers involved returning to duty within 13 days.

A dispute in Southwest Miami-Dade escalated into a fatal shooting, with the victim pronounced dead at a hospital. Authorities are searching for the gunman, and Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers has urged the public to provide information.

The D.C. area is expected to experience showers and thunderstorms on Friday afternoon, with muggy conditions on Saturday and a return of high temperatures in the 90s starting Tuesday. Meteorologist Eileen Whelan notes that while Friday's storms may produce damaging winds and heavy rain, they are not as severe as Thursday's storm.

Yanira Eguileor, a nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital, was attacked by patient Rubin Wenyou, resulting in injuries and a $5 million lawsuit against the hospital and Miami-Dade County for inadequate security. Wenyou faces felony battery charges, but the case against him was dropped due to lack of victim contact, prompting criticism from Eguileor's attorney.

Some southbound lanes of I-95 in Miami-Dade County were closed following a multi-vehicle crash near Miami Gardens Drive. Road Rangers are on scene, and two lanes have since reopened, though details about injuries or the crash cause remain unavailable.

A tropical air mass is causing severe thunderstorms and flooding in the D.C. region, with warnings for heavy rainfall, high winds, and lightning. The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for multiple counties in Maryland and Virginia, with rain rates up to 2-3 inches per hour and potential power outages.

Gunfire occurred at a Northwest Miami-Dade home overnight, causing exterior damage but no injuries. Authorities responded to a ShotSpotter alert near Northwest 12th Avenue and 72nd Street, finding bullet holes in the residence. The perpetrator remains unidentified as the investigation continues.

A mother and her nonverbal autistic 12-year-old son were attacked with a blunt object while walking to a bus stop in Fort Lauderdale, leaving both injured. The suspect fled before police arrived, and no description has been released. The mother reported the attacker directed confusing words at her son before striking them, leaving her feeling unsafe in her neighborhood.

A lightning strike in Miramar caused an underground gas line to burst, resulting in a car fire on Dahlia Drive. No injuries were reported, and the fire department successfully capped the gas line after extinguishing the flames. The car, owned by Carmen, was totaled in the incident.

A woman in a Lamborghini SUV involved in a shooting that caused a crash into a Miramar home has died, with two others recovering. Police are searching for suspects after the vehicle was targeted and shot at, leading to the crash. Surveillance shows a following car firing shots before fleeing.

A man was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound after being shot on a charter yacht in Fort Lauderdale on the Fourth of July. Police are investigating and searching for the suspect, who fled in a dark-colored vehicle. Witnesses, including the Lambertus family from Virginia, described encountering law enforcement at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina as officers swarmed the area.

A man was hospitalized after lightning struck a pine tree in North Miami, causing it to fall onto his Range Rover. Fire rescue crews extricated him using a chainsaw, and he is recovering. Leonce Luma, whose security footage captured the incident, expressed hope for the driver's recovery.

The DC region faces extreme heat again on Friday with temperatures reaching 100-105°F and heat indices up to 112°F, posing life-threatening conditions. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect, with potential record-breaking highs at Reagan National and Dulles International Airports. Isolated severe storms are possible in the afternoon and evening, with increased chances of storms affecting Fourth of July plans.

Surveillance video shows an officer pursuing a suspect and deploying a Taser during a drug bust in South Beach. The incident occurred near Ocean Drive and Lummus Park, with the suspect later identified as Terrance Sutton and taken into custody after a hospital visit.

The U.S. Military is supporting earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela through its Secure Operations Center in Doral, collaborating with the State Department and Venezuelan government. Military personnel are using classified imagery and coordinating aid delivery via specialized assets and ships like USS Fort Lauderdale and USS Billings, with approximately 2,000 personnel involved.

A woman fatally shot a man outside a Walmart in North Lauderdale after a parking dispute. The incident occurred when Bart Diguglielmo blocked the woman's parking space, leading to an argument and subsequent shooting. The woman, who claims self-defense, was arrested and is cooperating with investigators.

A man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a shooting in a Walmart parking lot in North Lauderdale. A person was detained by deputies, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.

One person has died and at least one person was injured in a stabbing at an apartment complex in Lauderhill. Authorities are searching for the suspect, with a manhunt underway. Lauderhill Fire Rescue reported one fatality, but police have not confirmed this.

A flight from Puerto Rico to Charlotte was diverted to Miami International Airport due to strong turbulence, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The aircraft landed safely at around 10 a.m., and American Airlines is being contacted for further details.

A man facing multiple firearm-related charges died after a deputy-involved shooting in Davie, Florida. Deputies attempted to stop the suspect at a gas station, but he fled with a gun and later pointed it at officers, prompting them to open fire.

A child was found dead inside a vehicle outside A World of Discovery Academy, a childcare center in Plantation, prompting an ongoing investigation. Police and fire crews responded to the scene, where the child was declared deceased. Details about the child's age, cause of death, or potential criminal charges remain undisclosed.

A heated exchange between Fitzgerald Darbone of the African American Chamber of Commerce-Lake Charles and Councilman Ronnie Harvey outside Lake Charles council chambers ended without criminal charges. Surveillance video of the incident, which occurred after a June 23 city council meeting, was released following an investigation by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office. Both parties declined to comment to 7News.

A chaotic crash near Miami Gardens resulted in multiple injuries, with emergency responders addressing the incident on Northwest 191st Street and 47th Avenue. The collision, described as a 'mass casualty incident,' involved two severely damaged vehicles, including a white Toyota Camry, and spanned jurisdictions between Miami Gardens and Northwest Miami-Dade.

Fitness influencer Armando Fogaça was acquitted of felony charges after being accused of a hit-and-run that injured Miami Beach Police Officer Anthony Guzman. Fogaça denied striking the officer, claiming he fled out of fear after Guzman grabbed his motorcycle, and later self-deported to Brazil after serving nine months in jail.

A police pursuit starting in Broward County ended in Northwest Miami-Dade with a suspect bailing out of a Corvette and two individuals being detained. Deputies from Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and Broward Sheriff’s Office conducted a neighborhood search, recovering a backpack from the vehicle. No official arrests were made as of late Thursday night.

11-year-old soccer player Diego Gonzalez from Puerto Rico was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma and moved to Miami for treatment at University of Miami Health Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. After successful treatment, he is now cancer-free and aims to return to soccer and pursue acting. His story highlights his resilience and the support from medical teams and the community.

A house fire in North Lauderdale resulted in one death and several hospitalizations. The fire occurred on Southwest Eighth Court, and the cause is under investigation by the State Fire Marshall’s Office. Fire rescue units and sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene.

South Florida’s Haitian community is hosting a free watch party at The NoMi Village to support Team Haiti ahead of its World Cup match against Brazil. This marks Haiti’s first World Cup qualification since 1974, sparking celebration and national pride among fans. The team will face Brazil on Friday and Morocco on June 24.

Brazilian fans in South Florida are excited for a soccer match between Brazil and Haiti. At Miami’s Boteco, fans wore Brazilian shirts and cheered as the restaurant prepared for a packed crowd. Haiti’s second World Cup appearance adds to the anticipation for the 8:30 p.m. match.

A 4-year-old boy was hospitalized after being found unresponsive in a swimming pool in North Lauderdale. First responders performed CPR during his transport to Broward Health Coral Springs, and the incident occurred on Southwest 63rd Terrace. A family member discovered the child in the water, though the duration he was submerged remains unclear.

A man and a woman were found dead in a farm area of Southwest Miami-Dade, leading to the detention of a man by authorities. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths, which occurred near Southwest 209th Avenue and 260th Street.