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Daily editionTuesday, October 20th, 2026

Good morning, Fort Lauderdale.

The 5AM Fort Lauderdale Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of October.

Environment

  1. After a soggy weekend, South Florida experienced lower rain chances on Monday while windy conditions persisted (a taste of fall is now arriving).

    The forecast shows cooler temperatures continuing through the week in the region.

    CBS News MiamiRead more

  2. Homes in Deerfield Beach experienced flooding after six to eight inches of rain fell over the weekend, leaving residents with waterlogged properties and cleanup work while officials assess damage (reports indicate minor structural issues on some blocks).

    NBC6 South FloridaRead more

Government

  1. Broward County Public Schools began issuing $225 citations after drivers ignored bus stop signs during National School Bus Safety Week.

    Using multiple cameras since Sept. 9, officers have reviewed videos — over 20,000 violations — and expect numbers to drop as drivers adjust to the new enforcement rules.

    NBC6 South FloridaRead more

  2. Local officials say inspectors will check only flood damage for recovery grants (covering after-the-fact permits), while many residents hesitate to apply because of fears that inspections will trigger re-assessments and burdensome paperwork.

    CBS News MiamiRead more