Olympians and world record holders will hit the track in Broward at the Grand Slam Track this weekend, competing to win a chunk of a $3.15 million prize pool. With an all-star line-up, a regular schedule, a fresh format and record prize money, the competition is trying to bring the popular Olympic modalities to fans four times a year.

Eight South Florida chefs are joining more than 150 nationwide in urging Congress to protect children from going hungry. They are speaking out against proposed deep cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, which helps low-income families buy groceries.