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Miami-Dade to explore new strategies for Sargassum removal
Miami-Dade County plans to ask commissioners to consider a plan that would allow the county to clean more Sargassum hot spots without seeking new approvals. CBS Miami's Manny Bojorquez reports from Miami Beach....
1-on-1 with Oliver Larkin
In recent weeks, we have seen a handful of incumbents lose to a growing wave of candidates who identify themselves as Democratic Socialists. Congressman Dan Goldman in New York and Congresswoman Diane DeGette in Colorado lost their primaries to two candidates who had the backing ...
Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections
Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections The post Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections first appeared on Miami's Community News....
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announces new proposed budget for Miami-Dade
The budget includes eliminating jobs and transit routes
Preserving Our Neighborhoods Remains My Commitment
I spent years in Tallahassee as a lawmaker in the Florida House representing House District 113 — chairing budget committees, leading a probe into state agency spending, passing legislation that delivered real results for South Florida. I believe in fiscal discipline. But what Go...
America at 250: Democracy, Education, and the Promise Still Being Kept
On July 4, 2026, the United States marked 250 years since 56 men in Philadelphia signed their names to a single sheet of parchment and declared something the world had never seen before: that government derives its legitimacy not from kings or conquest, but from the consent of th...
Miami Gardens officials host groundbreaking ceremony for planned renovations at Walt Frazier Park
Miami Gardens officials announced some exciting new park projects. Miami Gardens Mayor Rodney Harris was joined by several city council members at Walt Frazier Park for a groundbreaking ceremony, as major renovations are underway. Officials say they are nearing the completion on ...
Let’s make Miami-Dade County No. 1
Miami-Dade County has a budget of nearly $13 billion, more than 30,000 employees, one of the busiest airports in the world, and one of the busiest seaports in America. Nearly 3 million residents call it home, while more than 28 million visitors pass through it every year — togeth...
Fallout in South Florida after Gov. DeSantis vetoes budget items
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed billions of dollars from the Florida state budget. How is South Florida impacted?
District to review policies related to attendance boundary process
Miami-Dade County School Board member Luisa Santos proffered agenda item H-10 at the meeting of June 17 directing the superintendent of schools to review school board policies and procedures related to the attendance boundary process, which determines assigned schools in the dist...
TEMPLE JUDEA ANNOUNCES LAWRENCE B. LAMBERT AS NEW PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Temple Judea is pleased to announce that, effective July 1, 2026, Lawrence B. Lambert has assumed the role of President of the Board of Trustees. A devoted member of Temple Judea for more than 25 years, Mr. Lambert has faithfully served the congregation in numerous leadership cap...
‘Fuck Allah’: Coral Gables Mayor denies posting anti-Muslim slur from old Facebook account
This isn't the first time the mayor's social media activity has drawn scrutiny.
Semifinalists revealed for Miami-Dade County superintendent, according to Miami Herald
Whoever is chosen will replace Jose Dotres, who is expected to retire next February.
It’s Time to Bring Back the Miami Marine Stadium
Every politician talks about preserving Miami’s history. Every candidate says we need to protect what makes our city unique. Well, on August 18, City of Miami voters have the chance to do exactly that by voting YES on Referendum #172. This isn’t about politics. It isn’t about Rep...
County probing reality of plans to create Coastal Link rail line
Ongoing county internal and external talks are probing the reality of aims for a Coastal Link commuter rail line from Miami-Dade to Palm Beach County to see whether it still makes sense to keep planning Miami-Dade’s portion in light of a lingering shortfall in funding. This story...
Voters will decide on measure to restore Miami Marine Stadium next month
The stadium has been left abandoned for years, with a campaign to restore it.
July is the time to make your election plan
July has always been one of my favorite months of the year. It’s a season of long summer days, family gatherings, vacations, and celebrating our nation’s independence. This year feels even more special as America marks its 250th anniversary, communities continue enjoying the exci...
FYI Miami: July 2, 2026
AIR PASSENGER GAIN: Although Miami International Airport passengers declined through the first five months of this year on the heels of a dip in 2025, in May the airport saw a small gain from May 2025, up 0.52% in passengers. The gain was entirely in international flyers, who wer...
In Miami, Voices of America ring out for nation’s 250th birthday in Special Section
Inside this special section: The Miccosukee Tribe reflects on its enduring heritage and its place in America’s story. Representatives of Great Britain and the United States share their perspectives on the nations that helped shape Miami. Voices from Haiti, Cuba, and South America...