Sunset Elementary School proudly welcomed Miami-Dade School Board chair and District 6 representative Mari Tere Rojas to its highly anticipated annual World Fair Day celebration — a vibrant event dedicated to honoring cultural diversity, global traditions, and student achievement. The annual showcas
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His last show will be on Friday, June 26, before moving on to a corporate role at iHeartMedia as National Brand Partnerships and Multicultural Specialist.
For most of the company’s existence, they relied on rented stages wherever they could find them.
(CNN) — British painter David Hockney, whose vibrant portraits and sun-drenched depictions of the everyday made him one of contemporary art’s most beloved figures, has died at 88. The artist died “peacefully at home” on Thursday, one month short of his 89th birthday, according to a statement provide
It's going to be a hot and steamy Friday across South Florida with high temperatures in the 90s during the afternoon and feels-like temperatures in the mid- to upper 90s when you factor in the humidity.There is a moderate heat health risk on Friday for sensitive groups.The FIFA Fan Festival weekend
Miami real estate developer George Pino is standing trial in a case stemming from a 2022 boat crash in Biscayne Bay that killed one of his daughter's teen friends and left another passenger with life-altering injuries. Pino faces manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in connection with the crash
“I thought that people were going to come clean the shelves or were not going to be supportive,” admits founder Nathaniel Sandler.
🏆 Residential: Bal Harbour had the priciest home deal to hit records, with the sale of a vacant residential lot at 174 Camden Drive for just under $17 million. The parcel spans about 13,600 square feet and was last sold in 2023 for $6.8 million. In the most recent transaction, the seller was 174 Ca
It's going to be a hot and humid weekend across South Florida, and it's only going to get worse next week as temperatures rise and feels-like temperatures get into the low triple-digits.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and fútbol fever has hit South Florida. Several events are being held across the region, including in Miami’s Bayfront Park for the FIFA Fan Festival. CBS News Miami’s Marybel Rodriguez has more.
Testimony is set to resume Friday in the trial of George Pino, the Miami real estate developer facing charges connected to a boat crash in 2022 that claimed the life of a teenager and left another with life-changing disabilities.
The Kiwanis Club of Miami, one of Florida’s oldest and most active Kiwanis chapters, has awarded $200,000 in grants to 15 South Florida charities supporting youth sports and recreational programs. This year’s contribution brings the organization’s total giving — through the Miami Kiwanis Youth Found
The Village of Palmetto Bay hosted the official groundbreaking ceremony for its new Veterans Park on Tuesday, May 26, at 9295 SW 164 St. The park is intended to pay tribute to the men and women in uniform who served their country and helped secure the nation’s freedoms. Olga Cadaval, the village’s H
South Florida will experience another warm and humid summer day with temperatures climbing into the upper 80’s and low 90’s this afternoon. While much of the morning will stay dry, scattered showers and storms are expected to develop during the afternoon and early evening hours. The highest storm ch
Following Governor Ron DeSantis’ recent announcement calling for major property tax relief measures ahead of the upcoming Florida Special Session, Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez issued the following statement: “Let me be clear. For too long, Florida families have felt like they are
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez recently announced a major reform to the Miami-Dade County tax certificate sale process aimed at ensuring fairness and leveling the playing field for all participants. The new single bidder registration system prevents participants from using multiple
Tyler Phillips allowed two hits in five innings to get his first win of the season and lead the Miami Marlins to a 2-0 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday.Phillips (1-1) struck out five and walked two on 70 pitches. Relievers Michael Petersen, Anthony Bender and Calvin Faucher combi
A crash closed all southbound lanes of Interstate 95 near Griffin Road in Broward early Friday morning, and the backups extend for miles.Few details have been released, but the Florida Highway Patrol said the crash was reported near Griffin Road and Interstate 595 in Dania Beach.Injuries have also b
A major crash reported on Interstate 95 south near Griffin Road in Broward has led to delays that extend nearly into downtown Fort Lauderdale. CBS News Miami's Austin Carter has more.
Sunset Elementary School proudly welcomed Miami-Dade School Board chair and District 6 representative Mari Tere Rojas to its highly anticipated annual World Fair Day celebration — a vibrant event dedicated to honoring cultural diversity, global traditions, and student achievement. The annual showcas
Panter, Panter and Sampedro (PPS) recently announced that it has awarded Ava Arosemena and Julian Garcia of Miami Palmetto Senior High School each with the 2026 scholarship. Arosemena serves as the co-captain of the Variations dance team and is a youth group leader at her church. She also is the fou
The IV Teresa Carreño International Master Piano Competition, held every three years, once again brought extraordinary international talent to South Florida for this prestigious musical event coordinated by Dr. Adolfo Vidal. The competition conducted May 18–21 at FIU’s Wertheim Performing Arts Cente
Miami Homes For All (MHFA) has launched the Small-Scale Affordable Development Alliance (SSADA), a new collaborative initiative designed to help local landowners, nonprofits and community stakeholders build and rehab smaller-scale affordable housing developments. These include multifamily apartment
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Miami International Airport officials recently unveiled plans and renderings for MIA’s new state-of-the-art Airport Operations Center (AOC) and Digital Monitoring Hub – the first of its kind in the U.S. Scheduled for completion in 2027, the $33 millio
Karen Baez-Wallis, a registered nurse with more than 30 years of frontline healthcare and leadership experience, has officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of the Village of Palmetto Bay. A respected nurse leader, educator, community advocate, and longtime resident, Baez-Wallis is running on a
As Miami prepares for increased visitors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Coconut Grove will host “The Grove Cup,” a public watch party and neighborhood events taking place throughout the tournament. “The Grove Cup” will kick off with a public Brazil vs. Morocco Watch Party at Peacock Park on Saturda
More than 15 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) units alongside the Florida Forest Service responded on Sunday, May 24, at 2:24 p.m., to a First Alarm grass fire near SW 120th Street and 137th Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy smoke and active flames. Due to the size of the fire and th
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) recently secured two grants totaling $70,000 to improve indoor air quality in classrooms and strengthen recycling efforts at schools. “These grants reflect our commitment to creating healthier, more efficient learning environments across all our schools,” sa
When Gaby Morales learned that Miami-Dade County’s landfills are approaching capacity, she saw more than an environmental challenge. She saw an opportunity to make a difference. A student at Gulliver Preparatory School, Morales turned her concern about textile waste into meaningful action through he
You can track your Amazon package to the minute. You can watch your DoorDash driver turn onto your street. But try tracking how Miami-Dade spends its $12.9 billion budget – good luck. The county will tell you the information is online – and some of it is. There’s even a tool called the “Online Check
South Florida PBS officially has launched its exciting new Colosseum and Napoleon virtual reality experiences, giving visitors a chance to step back in time through incredibly lifelike and immersive adventures. Guests come face-to-face with gladiators, ancient battles, and even Napoleon, in what is
At Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), safety is the cornerstone of its commitment to customers and employees. It is not a matter of if, but when the next hurricane will hit Florida, which is why it is important to be proactive in planning for the six-month-long hurricane season. Whether you are a
Florida Policy Institute (FPI) recently released a statement from FPI CEO Sadaf Knight after Gov. Ron DeSantis called on the state legislature to consider increasing Florida’s homestead exemption to $250,000 and to put forth a schedule that would gradually eliminate all property taxes on homesteads.
Florida International University (FIU) recently marked a historic milestone with the official groundbreaking of a new, state-of-the-art on-campus academic medical center. Funded through a $158 million State of Florida appropriation, the seven-story, 163,000-square-foot facility is the first signific
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) recently unveiled a redesigned, technology-rich innovation space at Everglades K-8 Center. The new space includes an interactive floor and new furniture in an open area where students can engage in creative group activities. “With this innovation space, you
The Office of the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections recently launched a new and redesigned website, www.votemiamidade.gov, offering residents a modern, intuitive, and accessible way to connect with election information. The new site reflects the office’s commitment to building public trust and impr
The Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) has announced its service schedule for the upcoming Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June 19. • Waste and recycling collection: All residential curbside garbage and recycling pickup services will run on their normal schedules. • Disposal
Raising children is the most important job parents and caregivers have. But it is rarely the only job they need. And in high-cost communities like Miami-Dade County, raising children while remaining an active part of the workforce is not always easy. For some working families, the promise of the Ame
Miami-Dade County Housing and Community Development (HCD) has announced the relaunch of the Condominium Special Assessment Loan Program, with approximately $15 million in funding expected to support condominium owners facing the cost of required building repairs. The program officially reopened on J
The FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and fans in South Florida are already celebrating both the competition and the culture that surrounds it.Mexico claimed the tournament's first victory, giving its supporters reason to cheer early. On Miami Beach, those celebrations quickly expanded beyond t
As storm chances increase, so will the humidity making the heat feel worse.
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