Rob Garguilo

Florida

Executive Producer at PBD Podcast

Digital Content Producer at iHeartMedia

Head of Talent Relations at Valuetainment

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Articles

Massive Seaweed Invasion Predicted To Hit Florida Beaches In 2025

2 days ago | wflapanamacity.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

FLORIDA - A record-breaking bloom of sargassum seaweed is headed toward Florida’s coast, with researchers warning it could surpass all previous years in size and impact. Experts from the University of South Florida’s Optical Oceanography Lab estimate the 2025 bloom will be at least 40% larger than the previous high in 2022, which overwhelmed beaches, marinas, and tourism hot spots across the state.
Crash Kills 3, Including 2 Children; University of Miami Linebacker Injured

3 days ago | wjno.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Largo, FL - Three people, including two children and a 78-year-old woman, have died following a tragic two-vehicle collision that also left a University of Miami football player injured. According to authorities, the acciden occurred Saturday evening near the intersection of Ridge Road and Orangeview Drive. Local police say a Kia Soul driven by Gail Price, 78, collided with a Dodge Durango reportedly operated by 20-year-old Adarius Hayes, a linebacker for the Miami Hurricanes.
Miami-Dade, Fort Lauderdale Ranked Among Most Dangerous Cities For Drivers

3 days ago | wjno.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Miami-Dade, FL - Florida continues to rank among the most perilous states for drivers, with new data showing that several of its metro areas, including Miami and Fort Lauderdale, top the list for risky driving habits. The findings come from a nationwide report released by Life360, a family safety and location tracking app that analyzed billions of data points from users’ phones to assess driving behavior.
Miami-Dade, Fort Lauderdale Ranked Among Most Dangerous Cities For Drivers

3 days ago | wflapanamacity.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Miami-Dade, FL - Florida continues to rank among the most perilous states for drivers, with new data showing that several of its metro areas, including Miami and Fort Lauderdale, top the list for risky driving habits. The findings come from a nationwide report released by Life360, a family safety and location tracking app that analyzed billions of data points from users’ phones to assess driving behavior.
Crash Kills 3, Including 2 Children; University of Miami Linebacker Injured

3 days ago | big1059.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Largo, FL - Three people, including two children and a 78-year-old woman, have died following a tragic two-vehicle collision that also left a University of Miami football player injured. According to authorities, the acciden occurred Saturday evening near the intersection of Ridge Road and Orangeview Drive. Local police say a Kia Soul driven by Gail Price, 78, collided with a Dodge Durango reportedly operated by 20-year-old Adarius Hayes, a linebacker for the Miami Hurricanes.
Florida Sees Surge In Concealed Gun Licenses Despite Permitless Carry Law

3 days ago | wflanews.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

FLORIDA - Two years after Florida eliminated the requirement to obtain a permit for concealed carry, millions of residents still choose to be licensed, though far fewer are seeking firearm training. According to data from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, over 2.4 million Floridians held active concealed weapons licenses as of late April 2025. Miami-Dade County recorded the highest number, with 186,435 licensed individuals, followed by Broward County with 168,641.
Everglades Drying Up As Florida Faces Worst Drought In Decades

3 days ago | wjno.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

FLORIDA - Florida is battling one of its worst droughts in over 20 years, with vast areas of the Everglades showing alarming signs of drying out. According to local meteorologists and state data, recently posted striking images of dried marshes and depleted water sources in Southwest Florida. Matt Devitt, chief meteorologist for WINK News, noted that the region is 6 to 10 inches drier than average since mid-October, calling this the most severe local drought in nearly a quarter-century.
Florida Rooster Brutally Beaten; Police Investigating Suspect For Cruelty

3 days ago | wflanews.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Fort Lauderdale, FL - A well-known rooster named Roger, considered a local fixture in Fort Lauderdale’s Riverside Park neighborhood, is recovering after a brutal attack that shocked the community and prompted a police investigation into aggravated animal cruelty. Roger had lived in the area for two years after showing up on the doorstep of local business owner Jamie Carr, who took him in as a pet.
The Who To Launch Final North American Tour At Amerant Bank Arena

6 days ago | xl1067.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

Sunrise, FL - British rock legends The Who will kick off their final North American tour with a farewell performance at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise this summer. Founding members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend will headline The Song Is Over North America Farewell Tour, named after their 1971 track, kicking off August 16th in Sunrise. The tour will make stops in major cities including New York, Toronto, Los Angeles, and Vancouver before concluding in Las Vegas on September 28th.
Florida Schools Sound Alarm Over ‘Chromebook Challenge’ TikTok Trend

6 days ago | wflapanamacity.iheart.com | Rob Garguilo

FLORIDA - A viral social media stunt has prompted urgent warnings from Florida school officials and fire departments after students were allegedly caught attempting a dangerous TikTok trend involving school-issued laptops. Lake County Schools sent a district-wide alert to parents and students this week regarding the so-called “Chromebook Challenge,” a viral trend where students are filmed inserting metal objects into Chromebook charging ports.