The FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee assembled leaders from South Florida’s sports, business, government and tourism sectors to oversee key aspects of the tournament, including funding, regional promotion, fan experience and community engagement ahead of the seven matches at Hard Rock Stadiu
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South Florida’s Venezuelan communities are expressing concerns for loved ones back home in the aftermath of two powerful and deadly earthquakes that rocked the South American country. As heartbreaking images continue to come in from Venezuela, thousands of people thousands of miles away are frantica
Thursday is expected to be another hot and humid day across South Florida with feels-like temperatures reaching into the upper 90s and low 100s. Anyone who is expected to be outdoors during the afternoon hours should take precautions to prevent heat-related illness.
A South Florida based organization is rushing to gather aid and supplies to send to Venezuela after powerful back-to-back earthquakes left at least 164 people dead and nearly 1,000 people injured on Wednesday – and those numbers are expected to rise.Doral-based Global Empowerment Mission (GEM)
Two powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela on Wednesday leaving dozens dead and injuring hundreds more, and Global Empowerment Mission is preparing to send aid to the South American country to help with recovery missions. CBS News Miami's Steve Maugeri has more from Doral.
As fans leave Miami Stadium following World Cup matches, many are finding a way to bypass heavy gridlock by utilizing a free, county-run shuttle system.The service, which operates from four locations across the county, provides an alternative to navigating the traffic that plagued the tournament's f
The drier air will have rain chances diminish by the weekend.
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said that the county has about 15 million dollars earmarked for these loans.
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup may be scarce and very expensive, but there are several ways soccer fans can watch all 104 matches scheduled across the United States, Mexico and Canada in the tournament now underway. "Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl every single day for five week
The service, which operates from four locations across the county, provides an alternative to navigating the traffic that plagued the tournament's first match on June 15.
A state of emergency was declared by Venezuela's acting president as a result, with the airport closed due to structural damage.
Residents, family members and community leaders gathered early Wednesday morning in Surfside to mark five years since the collapse of Champlain Towers South, a tragedy that killed 98 people and forever changed the South Florida community.The annual Lighting of the Torch ceremony took place at 1:15 a
Miami-Dade County officials are investigating a scheme where at least four people allegedly used hidden electronic devices to cheat on written driver's license exams, the county tax collector said.Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernández said the suspects were caught at multiple testi
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Vinícius Júnior made it look easy. So did Brazil. Vinícius scored two goals — one of them practically into an empty net to open the scoring — and five-time World Cup champion Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday, advancing to the knockout stage as the Group C winner. Viní
Vinícius Júnior scored two goals, Matheus Cunha also scored and five-time World Cup champion Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday, advancing to the knockout stage as the Group C winner.Vinícius — who has a goal in all three of Brazil's group matches — scored in the
The county scheduled the deadline for the end of the month.
There are buses from different areas in South Florida taking round trips to the stadium.
The experience is giving the same joy of seeing a ball game to those who cannot physically see.
The burst of storms will now move to the inland of South Florida as drier air comes into the metro area.
Former University of Miami football player Rashaun Jones, who is currently in custody awaiting trial for the murder of his former teammate Bryan Pata, is now facing a new charge.According to an arrest form, Jones was accused of having illegal drugs on him while he was in jail, with this latest arres
The County said it caught multiple people attempting to cheat on their exams.
Just before the match, fans are celebrating being able to see their teams compete.
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday on Wednesday during a World Cup that, at least for now, has brought him nothing but joy: Defending champion Argentina has already qualified for the knockout stage, and its captain has become the tournament’s career scoring leader. Messi ma
A business district near the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is undergoing a major transformation, with city planners and local business owners looking to rebrand the area near Cypress Creek Road and Andrews Avenue as a new "live, work, play" destination known as Uptown Urban Village.The area, whi
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Soccer fans received a first-class seat to the fun at the FIFA Fan Fest in Bayfront Park. 7News asked soccer fans about their thoughts ahead of Scotland’s and Brazil’s World Cup match that took place Wednesday night. “Great,” said a Scot fan. “It’s gonna be 3-2 to Scotland,” said a Scot fan. Inside
Soccer fans received a first-class seat to the fun at the FIFA Fan Fest in Bayfront Park. 7News asked soccer fans about their thoughts ahead of Scotland’s and Brazil’s World Cup match. “Great,” said a Scot fan. “It’s gonna be 3-2 to Scotland,” said a Scot fan. Inside the FIFA Fan Fest, fans of Scotl
A Miami-Dade Public Schools bus struck a teenager riding a scooter Wednesday morning, but the teen avoided serious injury, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.The incident occurred just before 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of Northwest 27th Avenue and 122nd Street. Surveillance footage from
The Tartan Army may have taken over the streets of South Florida, but they weren't the only fans making their presence felt ahead of Scotland's World Cup showdown against Brazil.Thousands of soccer fans from around the world gathered at FIFA Fan Fest to watch the highly anticipated match, creating a
The energy at Miami Stadium reached a new level on Wednesday night as Brazil defeated Scotland in the highly-anticipated FIFA World Cup group stage matchup. Brazil fans waved their flags and erupted in celebration after their team secured the victory, while Scottish fans reflected on the tough loss
From the soccer players to their enthusiastic supporters, the energy at Miami Stadium has picked up significantly ahead of Scotland’s and Brazil’s World Cup match. Scottish and Brazilian fans have arrived at Miami Stadium for what is expected to be an epic Wednesday. “It’s an absolute dream to be pl
Surveillance footage from a nearby business captured the collision, showing the teenager limping away from the scene before collapsing near his scooter.
As fans made their way to Miami Stadium to see Brazil battle Scotland in their critical last match of the group stage, many made sure to take some time to soak in the moment before the game. While they’re opponents on the pitch, it was hard to tell fans of either team were rooting against each other
Passionate fans of both teams gather at FIFA Fan Festival in downtown Miami to celebrate the match.
Overcast weather doesn't stop both fanbases from showing up to the stadium and rooting for Scotland or Brazil.
Officials are scaling back their response to multiple brush fires that erupted in West Miami-Dade. Photos sent by a passenger aboard a flight heading to Miami International Airport shows the fires are nearly completely put out after burning for more than a week. At one point, authorities shut down s
A beloved Miami restaurant turned into a bet and bite for World Cup fans. Hard Rock Bet transformed La Sandwicherie in Wynwood into the “Hard Rock Bet Super Sub Shop” on Wednesday for a one-day-only experience. Miami Hurricanes legend Michael Irvin and former Colombian soccer captain Carlos Valderra
The World Cup action isn’t just happening on the pitch; it’s happening all around Miami bars, too. A 305 supper club is serving up collectible glasses with bottomless team-inspired cocktails. And the goal is to match fandom with every sip. Deco’s got the inside scoop on the spirited showdown. Hootin
Otto López homered, Xavier Edwards had an RBI single in the fifth and the Miami Marlins beat the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Wednesday.López's two-run shot in the eighth off reliever Cole Winn gave him a 33rd multi-hit game and raised his major league-leading batting average to .340. Ló
MIAMI (AP) — Otto López homered, Xavier Edwards had an RBI single in the fifth and the Miami Marlins beat the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Wednesday. López’s two-run shot in the eighth off reliever Cole Winn gave him a 33rd multi-hit game and raised his major league-leading batting average to .340. López al
I’m a little bit country, and normally, I’m a little bit rock and roll. But this Thursday, we’re all grabbing our cowboy boots and denim! Deco’s resident cowboy Alex Miranda is here to tell us why. Howdy, y’all! The biggest names in country music are hitting the stage at CMA Fest. Deco’s dishing wit
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