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CBS News
12 hours ago
- Business
- CBS News
Pompano Beach considers breaking away from BSO to form own police department
After 26 years of law enforcement provided by the Broward Sheriff's Office, the City of Pompano Beach is considering whether to reestablish its own police department. The city is launching a feasibility study to determine if forming a local police force would better serve its needs, as costs for BSO services continue to rise. "It builds strong relationships" Tundra King, a longtime resident and business owner in Pompano Beach, supports the idea of returning to a city-run police department. "I'm definitely for going for an independent study to take a look at perhaps going back to Pompano Police Department," King said. She recalls a time when local officers knew the neighborhoods and the people in them. "I remember all the police officers that used to work for the city of Pompano and that was paramount as it relate to when things occurred in our community. I always knew I had an officer that I can call, provide information to," she said. Costs continue to climb Mayor Rex Hardin acknowledged the good work BSO is doing but said the cost has become a major concern. "BSO, they're doing a great job for us, but it's a hefty price tag," he said. City records show Pompano Beach paid $53 million to BSO for police services in 2022. That number rose to $57.5 million in 2025. The proposal for 2026 climbs to $72.8 million, which includes 28 new positions. "Public safety, it takes well over 50% of the taxes that come in every, every year, so it's important that we look at this occasionally and make sure that we're getting the bang for the buck that we really need for our residents and getting the outcomes that we really need," Hardin said. A neighboring city's experience Pembroke Park broke away from BSO and formed its own police department in 2022. Mayor Geoffrey Jacobs said while the process was far from simple, it has paid off. "Go to Costco, buy the biggest size palette of red tape you can find, and start there. It is not a simple process," Jacobs said. He said local control has made a difference in community relations and emergency response. "It was a mammoth project to build our own department. In the end, it is the best thing our city has is our own police department." According to Jacobs, the 22 officers in Pembroke Park are now well known by residents, and response times have improved significantly. Next steps BSO declined to comment, citing the early stage of the city's process. The next step will be for a committee to select a firm to conduct the feasibility study. Final approval will rest with the city commission.
Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
InnovaPanel Disrupts the Insulated Panel Market Again with New Miami-Dade NOA Approval for Steel-Connected Magnesium Cement Panels
Pompano Beach, FL June 03, 2025 --( )-- Innova Panel, LLC has done it again—disrupting the status quo in building science by earning a groundbreaking new Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance (NOA No. 25-0401.02) for its 6" HIP (High Impact Panel) Magnesium Cement Insulated Wall System—now certified for use with light gauge steel connections in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ). This approval is more than a technical win—it's a leap forward for sustainable and resilient construction, opening the door for commercial developers, architects, and ESG-driven organizations to build faster, stronger, and cleaner in storm-prone regions. 'Once again, we're raising the bar,' said Jerry Gillman, CEO of Innova Panel, LLC. 'This new NOA doesn't just validate the strength of our panel system—it expands our mission to further expand into the commercial market and deliver smarter, safer building solutions that align with the future of construction.' Disruption Meets Innovation Since first receiving a Miami-Dade NOA in 2015 for its magnesium cement panels with wood connections, InnovaPanel has been leading the charge in high-performance building systems. With the new approval for light gauge steel, the company brings its game-changing technology to the commercial cladding and high-rise sectors, where fire resistance, structural strength, and speed-to-build are non-negotiable. Built for Resilience. Designed for a Carbon-Conscious World. The InnovaPanel® proprietary system combines: Non-combustible Magnesium Cement Board Sheathing High R-value Insulated Core for Energy Efficiency Precut Steel Connections for Fast, Clean Installs Wind Ratings +180 MPH No Wood for Commercial Construction The InnovaPanel® is engineered to outlast the storm, while significantly reducing jobsite waste and environmental impact. The use of magnesium cement, which absorbs CO₂ during curing, positions the system as a serious contender for projects aligned with sustainability, ESG, and decarbonization goals. Ideal for: Commercial and warehouse insulated cladding systems. Mid- and high-rise building insulated cladding systems in hurricane-prone regions. Schools, healthcare, and government projects. Builders seeking fast, code-compliant, eco-forward construction. Load-bearing up to 5 floors or use as an insulated in-fill wall system. About Innova Panel, LLC Innova Panel is a trailblazer in next-generation Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) technology. Leveraging the power of magnesium cement (MGO) and panelized efficiency, InnovaPanel designs building systems that meet tomorrow's structural, energy, and environmental demands—today. From residential to high-rise, Innova is revolutionizing how buildings are built and the materials used to build them. Contact Information: Innova Panel, LLC. Angelique Phillips 786-703-2194 Contact via Email Read the full story here: InnovaPanel Disrupts the Insulated Panel Market Again with New Miami-Dade NOA Approval for Steel-Connected Magnesium Cement Panels Press Release Distributed by
CBS News
29-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Thieves strip copper wire from South Florida streetlights in multi-city crime spree, officials say
A stretch of Military Trail between Hillsboro Boulevard and Copans Road is in the dark after thieves stripped copper wire from streetlights in what officials are calling a regional crime spree. Streetlights in Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Coconut Creek and Margate have all been targeted, with law enforcement investigating the thefts as the possible work of an organized ring. "All of them": Copper theft hits hard "The lights are missing from Hillsboro and Military all the way down to Copans Road, which takes you into the city of Pompano Beach," said Rebecca Medina Stewart with the City of Deerfield Beach. She said crooks stole copper wiring from every street light in a three-mile stretch of Military Trail from Deerfield Beach to Pompano Beach. CBS News Miami asked her whether it was just a few lights. "All of them," she said. "From what I understand, it's been all of them on both sides of the street, and they were in and out very quickly, because it happened over the course of one night," she added, describing the thefts as fast and possibly coordinated. Residents shocked by bold crime Residents are reacting with disbelief as major roadways remain dark at night. "I think there's no limit to what thieves will do," said Allan Cohen, who lives nearby. "It's gotten to this now. People steal quite a bit, but I never heard [of] copper wire from streetlights," added resident Ralph Franco. "That's a new one to me." BSO: Crime spanning multiple cities The Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating and calling this a regional issue, noting that in addition to Deerfield and Pompano, both Coconut Creek and Margate have reported similar copper thefts in the past two years. Detectives have not yet confirmed suspects but are exploring the likelihood of an organized group targeting public infrastructure for scrap value.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BioStem Technologies to Participate in the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioStem Technologies, Inc. (OTC: BSEM), a leading MedTech company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of placental-derived products for advanced wound care, announces that the company will participate in the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference, which is taking place in Miami. Jason Matuszewski, the Company's CEO, will participate in a fireside chat and will be available for one-on-one meetings. For conference attendees wishing to schedule a meeting, please contact Noah Agron, VP Corporate Finance and Strategy, at nagron@ Join BioStem's Distribution List & Social Media: To follow the latest developments at BioStem, sign-up to the Company's email distribution list HERE, and follow us on X and LinkedIn. About BioStem Technologies, Inc. (OTC: BSEM):BioStem Technologies is a leading innovator focused on harnessing the natural properties of perinatal tissue in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of allografts. The Company is focused on manufacturing products that change lives, leveraging its proprietary BioREtain® processing method. BioREtain® has been developed by applying the latest research in advanced wound care, focused on maintaining growth factors and preserving tissue structure. BioStem Technologies' quality management system and standard operating procedures have been reviewed and accredited by the American Association of Tissue Banks ('AATB'). These systems and procedures are established per current Good Tissue Practices ('cGTP') and current Good Manufacturing Processes ('cGMP'). Our portfolio of quality brands includes AmnioWrap2™, VENDAJE®, VENDAJE AC®, and VENDAJE OPTIC®. Each BioStem Technologies placental allograft is processed at the Company's FDA registered and AATB accredited site in Pompano Beach, Florida. For more information visit and follow us on X and LinkedIn. Contact BioStem Technologies, Inc.:Phone: 954-380-8342Website: info@ @BSEM_TechFacebook: BioStemTechnologies Investor Relations:Adam HoldsworthE-Mail: adam@ 917-497-9287Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Fatal I-95 crash in Broward involving Mercedes Sprinter and Tesla closes southbound lanes for hours
Fatal crash involving Mercedes Sprinter and a Tesla shuts down I-95 in Broward Fatal crash involving Mercedes Sprinter and a Tesla shuts down I-95 in Broward Fatal crash involving Mercedes Sprinter and a Tesla shuts down I-95 in Broward A deadly crash early Saturday morning forced the shutdown of all southbound lanes on Interstate 95 near Pompano Beach as Florida Highway Patrol troopers investigated a violent collision involving multiple vehicles. The crash happened shortly before 2 a.m. just north of Exit 33 to Cypress Creek Road, near Pompano Beach, in Broward County. Video from the scene showed a Mercedes Sprinter van flipped on its side in the right lane and a severely damaged black Tesla with deployed airbags several feet away. Troopers arrived on scene around 2:15 a.m. and were seen combing the area for evidence. The vehicles involved were later towed. By 11 a.m., I-95 southbound lanes near Atlantic Boulevard had reopened, according to authorities. The identity of the person killed in the crash has not been released. Second Broward crash involving Road Ranger Just before 4 a.m., a second crash occurred a few exits south involving another vehicle and what appeared to be a Road Ranger truck. It remains unclear whether there were any injuries in this incident, but it added to the overnight traffic disruptions on the already-closed interstate. The Florida Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate both crashes.
