Daily editionWednesday, October 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Lauderdale.
The 5AM Fort Lauderdale Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Business
The new Capybara Cafe in Fort Lauderdale opened recently to let visitors pet capybaras and other exotic animals while supporting animal rescue; however, PETA urges its closure and city officials cited the business for housing wild animals in a residential property (with compliance deadlines Oct. 8 and Oct. 14).
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Education
At Tuesday’s workshop, parents, students and officials discussed plans to close or consolidate schools like Dolphin Bay and Sherman Park amid a district budget shortfall.
Superintendent Hepburn will present recommendations on Nov. 5 and the Board will vote Dec. 15 — the decision will affect local education.
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