‘It was Jeffrey Epstein’ who introduced Melania to Trump, ex-model claims
Ex-modeling agent Paolo Zampolli has long maintained that he introduced Melania and Donald Trump.
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Florida property tax cut plan backed by DeSantis heads to November ballot after legislative approval
Florida lawmakers on Tuesday approved a sweeping property tax relief proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, sending a constitutional amendment to the November ballot that would dramatically expand homestead exemptions while shielding school district funding from the plan's impact.The vote, according
Miami-Dade teacher faces judge after being accused of having sexual relationship with student
A northwest Miami-Dade teacher faced a judge on Tuesday after he was accused of having a sexual relationship with a student.The Miami-Dade Sherrif's Office said they arrested 53-year-old Michael J. Enriquez, who taught at American Senior High School.Off camera, students told CBS News Miami's Marybel
Parts of South Florida could see severe thunderstorms, flash flooding on Tuesday
Another round of scattered thunderstorms is expected across parts of South Floirda on Tuesday.We enjoyed mostly dry conditions on Tuesday morning with temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s. High temperatures will again soar into the low 90s on Tuesday with some record heat possible.Temperatures
Grant Miller Meets with Cameren Watson of The Healing Holistic Wellness
Grant Miller Meets with Cameren Watson. Cameren is a Holistic Wellness Strategist and Lead Massage Therapist of The Healing Holistic Wellness. Tune in for an insightful conversation on Cameren and The Healing Holistic Wellness. For more shows, go to: cnewstv.com ABOUT US: Miami Community Newspapers
Miami middle school teacher accused of Spartan-kicking student
The Miami-Dade history teacher is accused of Spartan-kicking the 13-year-old to the ground.
Florida lawmakers debate sweeping property tax cut bill for a 2nd day
Florida lawmakers were hard at work for a second day debating sweeping changes to the state’s property taxes, but it will all come down to the voters this fall. Both the Florida House and Senate were debating a bill on Tuesday that would implement a tax cut with the potential to fundamentally transf
Florida lawmakers approve DeSantis-backed property tax cut plan
Voters will have the final say in November, and the constitutional amendment will require at least 60% support to take effect.
Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections thanks Mayor and BCC for passage of Item 8G1 June 2
Looks forward to continued collaboration in serving the residents of Miami-Dade The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (SOE), the Honorable Alina Garcia, sends her gratitude to Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, the Sponsoring Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III, the entire Board of County Commissioners, an
‘It was Jeffrey Epstein’ who introduced Melania to Trump, ex-model claims
Ex-modeling agent Paolo Zampolli has long maintained that he introduced Melania and Donald Trump.
CS Ventures scores $22M loan to buy Frisbie properties in Palm Beach
CS Ventures picked up a portfolio of the Frisbie Group’s Palm Beach properties just months after redevelopment plans for the sites were scrapped. Ocean Bank provided a $22 million acquisition loan for CS Ventures’ purchase of the three-story former IberiaBank building at 180 Royal Palm Way, a 20,000
Jury selection enters 2nd day in trial of George Pino, real estate mogul accused in fatal 2022 boat crash
Attorneys continue to select a panel of jurors to hear the case of a tragic 2022 boating accident. Tuesday marked day two of jury selection in the trial of George Pino. The real estate mogul, charged with manslaughter and vessel homicide, could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted on all count
Strong storms, flash flooding possible in parts South Florida on Tuesday
Although it has been a calm early Tuesday afternoon, you’re going to want to keep an eye to the sky as the CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms in parts of South Florida that may also lead to flash flooding due to the heavy downpours.
MIA’s economic impact reaches new record of $212 billion
Florida’s global gateway now supports 945,682 jobs statewide Driven by strong passenger demand and booming cargo volumes in 2025, Miami International Airport’s total statewide economic impact rose 17% to $212 billion in business revenue. Employment tied to the airport’s direct, indirect, induced, an
Proposed Florida property tax measure could be voted on by lawmakers as soon a Tuesday
The special legislative session in Tallahassee on property taxes continues, and lawmakers could vote on the measure as soon as Tuesday. If it passes, Florida residents would then vote on it in November and would 60% approval for it to become law. CBS News Miami’s Joan Murray has new details from Tal
TOWN OF DAVIE JUNETEENTH OFFICE CLOSURES
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts and Solid Waste Services Updates The Town of Davie governmental offices will be closed on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. Municipal offices will resume normal hours of operation on Monday, June 22, 2026. Park Information: The Park
Surveillance video, new details released in Miami Beach condo killing
New surveillance video has been released showing the moments after police said a man was thrown from the 25th floor of a Miami Beach condo.
South Florida teacher faces judge after being accused of having sexual relationship with student
A South Florida faced a judge on Tuesday after he was arrested after bring accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. CBS News Miami's Marybel Rodriguez has the report from American Senior High School where the suspect taught.
11 new Miami restaurants everyone’s talking about right now
From a viral grocery store to a swanky spot in Coconut Grove, here are the 11 new Miami restaurants that opened in May 2026.
Car catches fire on I-95 in NW Miami-Dade, leading to NB lane closures near NW 95th St.
A car fire ignited along Interstate 95 in Northwest Miami-Dade, prompting northbound lane closures. 7Skyforce hovered above a Florida Highway Patrol trooper, Road Rangers and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue vehicles at the scene of the blaze that broke out near the Northwest 95th Street exit, just before noo
Crews put out 1st-alarm house fire in SW Miami-Dade; no injuries reported
Crews have put out a fire that broke out in the rear of a home in Southwest Miami-Dade. 7Skyforce hovered above firefighters as they hosed down the backyard pool area at the house located along the 1800 block of Southwest 82nd Court, east of the Palmetto Expressway, at around noon on Tuesday. Miami-
The Balance Episode 30: Stop Living by Default – How to Redesign Your Life with Intention
In this thirtieth episode of The Balance, Andreana Jackson meets with Danielle “Coach Dam” Dam. Danielle is a Life Redesign Coach & Founder of Coach Dam. Tune in for an insightful conversation on breaking free from autopilot, navigating life transitions, and redesigning a life that truly feels align
Florida man seen on video dragging ex, 74, outside Port St. Lucie church; suspect caught in Hialeah
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (WSVN) — Authorities have arrested a man who was caught on camera dragging an elderly woman away outside a church in Port St. Lucie, accused of trying to abduct her. Investigators believe that if it weren’t for witnesses in the area, the assailant might have gotten away with it.
Miami residents rally to save city's tree canopy from development
There's a growing fight over Miami's tree canopy. Residents rallied in downtown Miami on Sunday to urge city leaders to halt tree cutting. CBS News Miami's Chelsea Jones has the report.
Onity to sell $5B reverse mortgage business to Finance of America
Onity Group will cash out of its reverse mortgage business in a deal with one of the largest providers of the product in the U.S. The West Palm Beach-based mortgage servicer received the green light from regulators to sell a portfolio of reverse mortgage servicing rights tied to $5.1 billion in loan
Over 45 businesses inspire the next generation at KIPP Miami’s Annual Career Expo
Some of Miami’s top companies came together to inspire South Florida’s next generation of leaders. Over 45 businesses, including the Miami Heat and Delta Airlines, participated in KIPP Miami’s Annual Career Expo on Friday. Company representatives were joined by fifth and sixth grade students from th
Nine can’t-miss concerts coming to Miami in June
Rosalía, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Hilary Duff, Juvenile and A$AP Rocky are among the biggest artists coming to South Florida this month.
Special movie screenings happening in Miami this June
"Moonlight" turns 10, O Cinema screens a film unlike any you've seen before, and more.
Florida set to execute man who admitted to killing girlfriend's baby, throwing body in pond in 1996
A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend's infant daughter and throwing her body in a pond three decades ago is set to be executed Tuesday evening.Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, is scheduled to receive a three-drug injection starting at 6 p.m. at Florida State Prison near Starke. He was s
Free classical concerts return to Miami Beach this summer
Miami Beach Classical Music Festival returns this July with free concerts, opera performances, fireworks, and immersive symphony shows.
Opa-locka business owners still struggling to reopen one week after massive junkyard fire
One week after a massive fire tore through an Opa-locka junkyard, Cairo Lane has reopened.At JDM Kings, employees showed up Monday morning ready to work because, they say, their livelihoods depend on it."This is 23 years," Yudelkis Abreau, part owner of JDM Kings said. "I can say this is more than $
Miami-Dade Needs a KPI Dashboard
Most taxpayers have never heard the term KPI. They should. KPI stands for Key Performance Indicator — a simple scorecard that shows whether government is doing what it says it will do. Businesses use KPIs. Hospitals use KPIs. Schools use KPIs. Sports teams use KPIs. So why doesn’t Miami-Dade County?
Release of South Florida Cuban man from "Alligator Alcatraz" celebrated by President Donald Trump
President Donald Trump is publicly celebrating the release of a South Florida Cuban man who spent months detained at the controversial immigration facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Florida Everglades.In a Truth Social post Sunday night, Trump wrote "Welcome Home" to 54-year-old Justo Bet
Trump celebrates release of South Florida Cuban man from “Alligator Alcatraz”
President Donald Trump celebrated the release of a South Florida Cuban man from Alligator Alcatraz in a Truth Social post. CBS News Miami's Ivan Taylor has the report.
Developers pay off $115M in Miami construction loans as condos near sellout
South Florida developers knocked out a combined $115 million in construction loans for Miami condo towers that are nearly sold out, as the demand for hospitality-branded residences heats up in the region. North Development paid off a $70 million loan to Forman Capital and Core Capital for Domus Bric
Florida sues OpenAI, alleging company could have minimized harms caused by ChatGPT
On its parental resource page, OpenAI says ChatGPT is built with safety in mind."Not so," according to a lawsuit filed by Florida State Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday. The phrase was accompanied by a screenshot of an OpenAI post about safety and transparency at the start of the complaint.
South Florida’s top deals: Fort Partners sells another Surf Club pad for $27M
🏆 Residential: The priciest home sale recorded in South Florida was at Fort Partners’ Seaway at the Surf Club at 9149 Collins Avenue in Surfside. A company tied to the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands purchased a 4,500-square-foot condo at the luxury development for $27.1 million. The deal b
South Florida woman creates game that turns language learning into fun experience for kids
A South Florida creator is turning language learning into a fun, new experience for kids trying to learn another language.Mother Dania Mas and her 6-year-old daughter are fully engaged in a game called Feppy, a hands-on learning experience built around three core elements – books, songs, and g
Looking for 2026 World Cup tickets? Brokers warn social media scams are already targeting fans.
As demand for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets grows, ticket brokers are warning fans to avoid buying from strangers on social media, where scammers are increasingly targeting desperate buyers with fake offers that can lead to costly losses.World Cup ticket sellers see scammers hunting desperate buyers o
Florida lawmakers tweak DeSantis' proposed property tax cut ahead of expected floor votes
After hours of debate, a major property tax cut plan devised by Gov. Ron DeSantis was changed by lawmakers Monday ahead of scheduled floor votes Tuesday.Democrats warned the measure could "bankrupt" local governments, and GOP members of the House State Affairs Committee and the Senate Appropriations
South Florida creator uses game to turn language learning into something fun
In Tuesday’s Miami Proud we’re highlighting a local creator who is turning language learning into something fun. CBS News Miami's Najahe Sherman shows us how “Feppy” is helping to shape the next generation of bilingual learners.