A Miami man was arrested at a Coconut Creek Planet Fitness after police say he made multiple elementary school shooting threats targeting …
Ryan Yousefi
Ryan Yousefi
Ryan Yousefi has lived in Coral Springs for over 30 years. He has worked as a writer for multiples outlets over the years, including the Miami New Times where he has covered sports and culture since 2013. He holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree in Business Healthcare Management from Western Governors University.
Victim Robbed at Gunpoint at Gas Station During Facebook Marketplace Deal
A man was arrested and charged with armed robbery after police said he pulled a gun and robbed a victim during a …
Auto Dealer Arrested for Keeping $154K in Sales Tax Collected from Customers
A Coconut Creek auto dealer was arrested after investigators say he kept more than $154,000 in sales tax collected from customers, leading …
3 Coconut Creek High Students Honored at Broward’s 2026 CTE Scholar Banquet
Coconut Creek High School students were honored at Broward County Public Schools’ 2026 CTE Scholar Banquet, recognizing top achievers in career and …
Coconut Creek Caregiver Arrested After Child Found Wandering Parking Lot, Disabled Adult Left Unattended
A Coconut Creek mother was arrested after police say her child was found wandering a parking lot after being left with a …
Police: Trio in Masks Found Hiding in Bushes After Burglary Spree
Coconut Creek police arrested a man and detained two juveniles accused of wearing masks, burglarizing vehicles, and hiding in bushes after an …
Undercover Investigation Reveals Apartment Used in Prostitution Ring, Money Laundering Scheme
Coconut Creek police say customer interviews, surveillance and bank records helped uncover an alleged prostitution and money laundering operation at Vista Verde …
Police: Man Pressed Gun to Woman, Threatened to “Bury Her Alive” as Child Watched
A Coconut Creek man is accused of pressing a gun against a woman and threatening to “bury her alive” during a domestic …
Police: Coconut Creek Man Pulled Machete During Argument Over Construction Work
Coconut Creek police arrested a man suspected of brandishing a machete during a heated dispute over construction at a residential complex, according …
Wanted LEGO Bandit Busted at Coconut Creek Walmart
A man accused of stealing LEGO sets in a series of heists at a Pembroke Pines Walmart was arrested in Coconut Creek.
Coconut Creek Burglary Surveillance Operation of Couple Leads to Multi-Agency Chase
A Coconut Creek surveillance operation by BSO led to a multi-agency pursuit into Miami-Dade County, ending with the arrest of a couple …
Chamber’s International Women’s Day Soirée to Honor Local Trailblazers
The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber’s Professional Women’s Alliance will host an International Women’s Day Soirée
Crime Stoppers Tip Leads to Arrest of Coconut Creek Man Accused of Raping, Beating, Strangling Wife
A Crime Stoppers tip led to the arrest of a Coconut Creek man accused of raping and assaulting his wife during a …
Broward College Campus Arrest Made After Knife Found on Sleeping Man
A man was arrested after police said he was found sleeping on the Broward College Coconut Creek campus with a knife in …
Police: Man Closes Garage Door on Mother Causing Injuries
A Coconut Creek man was arrested after police say he closed a garage door on his mother, causing injuries that required staples …
Police: Argument Between Brothers Ends in Shooting at Coconut Creek Home
A Coconut Creek man was arrested after police say he shot his brother during a domestic dispute inside a Broward County home.
Coconut Creek High School Earns National Honor as 2026 Magnet School of Distinction
Coconut Creek High School and Creek Technical Academy have been named 2026 Magnet Schools of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America.
Coconut Creek High Senior Jayda Washington Named NSHSS Cybersecurity Scholarship Winner
Jayda Washington, a senior at Coconut Creek High School and a dual-enrolled student at Atlantic Technical College, has been named a 2025–26 …
Police: Intoxicated Bar Louie Patron Barked, Cried, Yelled Slurs, Then Jumped From Moving Car at Promenade
A Boca Raton man was arrested in Coconut Creek after police say he caused a disturbance at a bar, jumped from a …
Coconut Creek High Welcomes New Class Into Mentoring Tomorrow’s Leaders Program
Nichole Monteiro and Coconut Creek High celebrated new Mentoring Tomorrow’s Leaders inductees focused on service, leadership, and academic success.
88-Year-Old Coconut Creek Author Shares a Lifetime of Resilience in New Memoir
Shahen Guiragossian’s memoir, The Hawk, recounts his family’s survival of the Armenian genocide and his mission to inspire younger generations.
Coconut Creek High Earns Second Place at Drone Jamboree
Coconut Creek High’s Drone Cougars placed second at the Drone Jamboree, showcasing teamwork, strategy, and resilience under coach Almoneva Mahilum.
Four Men Arrested in Coordinated Robbery Attempt at New Coconut Creek Burlington
Four men were arrested after Coconut Creek Police said they stole over $3,500 in merchandise during a coordinated robbery at a new …
Man Arrested After Carrying Loaded Handgun on Atlantic Technical College Campus
Leonard Andrew Levy was arrested after police say he carried a loaded Glock onto the Atlantic Technical College campus in Coconut Creek.
Coconut Creek Hosts Free “Disco in December” Night with Live Music and Dance Lessons on December 5
The City of Coconut Creek invites all ages to a free disco dance party on Dec 5 featuring lessons and a Studio …
Coconut Creek High School’s Dr. Nicole Nearor Named Semifinalist for Broward Principal of the Year
Dr. Nicole Nearor of Coconut Creek High is a semifinalist for the 2026 Broward Principal of the Year, highlighting her leadership and …
Man Arrested After Chasing Girlfriend With Knife Over Her Refusal to Sell Blood
Robert Edward Votto was arrested after allegedly chasing his girlfriend with a knife in a Publix parking lot because she refused to …
Gotta Catch Em’ All: Police Nab ‘Pikachu’ After Pocket Knife Attack
Coconut Creek police arrested a man nicknamed “Pikachu” after a pocket knife attack in a mobile home park
CyberTip Leads to Arrest of Mother for Child Abuse Videos of Daughter
Teyonna Charnelle Canady was arrested after police say she created sexually explicit videos involving her five-year-old daughter and shared them online.
Monarch High School Prepares for a Starry Homecoming Week
Monarch High School is gearing up for a Homecoming Week, set to take place from October 6–10, that’s jam-packed with activities featuring …
Coconut Creek–Margate Democratic Club Hosts Broward Elections Chief Joe Scott
Broward County Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott will answer public questions about voting procedures and election administration at a September 9 community …
Coral Springs Coconut Creek Chamber Launches $500 Micro Grants for Local Teachers
The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber Education Foundation has announced the launch of its Education Micro Grant Program, offering local teachers …
Movies in the Park Returns Featuring ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’
Coconut Creek residents are invited to enjoy an evening under the stars as the city transforms Lakeside Park into an outdoor movie …
Arizona Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Coconut Creek After Strangling, Beating Wife at Gas Station
A man wanted for kidnapping in Arizona was arrested after police say he strangled and beat his wife during a violent domestic …
Movies in the Park Returns Featuring ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ on September 5
Coconut Creek residents are invited to enjoy an evening under the stars as the city transforms Lakeside Park into an outdoor movie …

