Broward prosecutors say Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law makes the woman who shot and killed a man "immune from prosecution" after a disagreement over a parking space at a North Lauderdale Walmart in June.The woman involved in the June 30 shooting is Melissa Payne. The Broward State Attorney's Offi
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Marigot has a way of making mornings feel unhurried. On the French side of the island, this waterfront town offers a softer rhythm than some of St. Maarten’s busier resort areas. The best way to experience it is not by rushing from one attraction to another, but by arriving early...
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PRESEASON: SAT 17 OCT 26 Today marked the end of the second week of preparation for the 2027 season. The Big Guns were on display, with each throwing two innings. The team was scheduled to play six innings, but as Jack Ensell walked to the mound for his warm-up pitches, a lightni...
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Early voting for the 2026 midterm elections began this Monday in several Florida counties, giving registered voters the opportunity to cast their ballots in person ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3.Although early voting has begun in some parts of the state, the dates, hour...
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The Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) is celebrating a major victory for residents following the Miami Downtown Development Authority’s approval of Resolution 73/2026, allocating $1.5 million for enhanced police services within the DDA district. The funding follows months of advo...
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A new arrest warrant has been issued for former Cuban leader Raúl Castro for his alleged role in the Brothers to the Rescue shootdown, according to a report from our news partners at the Miami Herald.He's accused of first-degree murder.The Herald reported that a judge in M...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida State running back Ousmane Kromah will miss the rest of the season after undergoing leg surgery in Miami, the school announced in a statement Sunday. The school said the sophomore has returned to Tallahassee and is expected to make a full recovery...
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PRESEASON: FRI 16 OCT 26 The third day of the preseason’s second week brought improvement in both hitting and pitching after a lackluster start to the week. Pitching was stronger, featuring two returning pitchers from last season and two junior transfers who have received favorab...
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As Florida voters head out to the early voting polls this week, Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly said he is fighting for a new way to lead the Sunshine State. Jolly, 53, recently opened a campaign office in Miami Gardens, Florida’s largest majority-Black city. He ha...
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Banana Ball is returning to South Florida as the 2027 Banana Ball World Tour heads to loanDepot park on Saturday, September 11, 2027, with the Party Animals and Loco Beach Coconuts bringing the big energy, family fun and baseball action. The announcement comes as the Savannah Ban...
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PRESEASON; THURS 15 OCT 26 The second week of preseason started early again. First pitch was scheduled for 11:15 but started shortly after 10:45. Friday’s scrimmage is set for 10:45. If you plan to attend tomorrow’s session, arrive early to catch the four scheduled innings. Movin...
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Welcome to the Business Beyond the Beach Talk Show! The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Business Beyond the Beach, the exclusive Chamber talk show created in partnership with Miami’s Community Newspapers. This series highlights the stories of Miami Beach Chamb...
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Rescue crews airlifted a motorcycle rider to the hospital following a crash in Northwest Miami-Dade that led to traffic closures during rush hour, deputies said. 7 Drone Force hovered above the scene of the wreck near Red Road (Northwest 57th Avenue) and Miami Lakes Drive, Monday...
