BSO Enforcement Operation Cracks Down On Intersection Takeover Crews

Reckless driving is a major problem and it poses a serious threat to everyone’s safety. In the US, according to National Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed 3,142 lives in 2020. The overall number is even more frightening as over 35,000 lives were taken in motor vehicle traffic crashes. Oakland Park has its share […]

Police Seeking Driver of Hit and Run in Oakland Park

Just last week BSO reported that a 2 year old child had been the victim of a hit and run in Oakland Park. The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11. BSO Oakland Park deputies and Oakland Park Fire Rescue personnel responded to the scene of the incident at Northwest 43rd Street and […]

Child Victim of Hit and Run in Oakland Park

The BSO Public Information Office is working on a developing incident regarding a hit-and-run in Oakland Park.  At around 6:08 p.m., BSO dispatch received a call reporting a hit-and-run.  Deputies reported to the scene of the incident at the intersection of Northwest 43rd Street and Northwest Fifth Avenue in Oakland Park. When they arrived on […]

What Does the Prospect Road Complete Streets Project Mean for Oakland Park?

The $4.6 million Prospect Park Mobility Improvement Project, funded by the Florida Department of Transportation, aims to bring larger bike lanes, improved lighting at the Powerline Road intersection and minor drainage improvements to the area. The project began in April 2020 and has an expected completion date in the spring of 2021. Prospect Road Complete […]

Oakland Park Invited to Sidelines and Seniors Graduation Parade

Northeast High School will be hosting virtual graduation on June 17th, commending graduating seniors for their outstanding commitment to education during such unprecedented times, but the City of Oakland Park wanted to take things further for the Class of 2020. Yard Signs to Decorate Senior’s Homes With the help of city officials such as Matthew […]