Happy Friday, June 19, 2026, South Florida! Hopefully everyone had a great week. South Florida has been stuck in a steamy weather pattern all week long with 5 consecutive heat advisories issued for coastal and Metro areas of Miami Dade and Broward County. And speaking of the heat alert, it will run
Recent reporting and curated coverage across every beat we cover.
A large portion of the Florida's Turnpike southbound was closed in Miami-Dade due to the ongoing wildfires that have been burning for days.According to information provided by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, all southbound lanes of the Florida's Turnpike are closed from Okeechobee Road (US 27) to Northwest
One person was taken into custody in southwest Miami-Dade on Friday morning after two people were found dead, according to the sheriff's office.Few details have been released, but the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said that just after 8:30 a.m. Friday, deputies responded to reports of a possible woman
Our very own Jim Barry threw the first pitch right before the Marlins hosted San Francisco.
After the weekend, dry air is set to enter South Florida.
A man and woman were found dead in southwest Miami-Dade, and one man was detained pending the investigation.
Officials say Andre Lopez kidnapped a woman and beat her, as seen in newly released surveillance footage
This as many residents across South Florida have been smelling the smoke heavier Friday evening.
While the international sports world focuses on soccer matches inside Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Dolphins are making sure their newest players understand the deep roots of the community they now call home.Ahead of the Juneteenth holiday, the Dolphins' rookie class stepped away from the gridiron th
President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, with algae turning the water a fluorescent green hue while rips appeared in an "American Flag Blue" surface handpicked by the president.The century-old Reflecting Pool has long faced problems with lea
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
Despite the heat on Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA face off in its second match of the FIFA World Cup. Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami's FIFA Fan Fest. Wh
MIAMI (AP) — Owen Caissie was a triple shy of the cycle and hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly as the Miami Marlins beat the San Francisco Giants 4-3 on Friday night. Javier Sanoja had two hits and scored twice for the Marlins, who are a major league-best 12-4 in June. Giants reliever Sam Hentges (1-2) hi
James Burrows, the co-creator of "Cheers" and prolific television director who worked on hits including "Will & Grace," "Frasier" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," has died. He was 85 years old. His family confirmed in a statement Friday that Burrows "passed away peacefully today surrounded by his lo
South Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar is expressing skepticism over the Cuban government's announcement of sweeping economic reforms that would open key sectors of the island's economy to private and foreign investment.Speaking at the iconic Versailles Restaurant in Little Hava
As fires continue, rain relief may not be coming very soon.
This Juneteenth, the team visited a historic part of Miami and learned all about it
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, another historic milestone is approaching.In March 2027, the Black Press will mark 200 years since the publication of Freedom's Journal, the nation's first Black-owned newspaper. The bicentennial comes as communities across the country c
Berry will throw the first pitch as the Marlins host the San Fransisco Giants tonight.
South Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar is expressing skepticism over the Cuban government’s announcement of sweeping economic reforms that would open key sectors of the island’s economy to private and foreign investment.
It's unknown how long the closure would last, and drivers are being urged to seek an alternate route.
A 19-year-old man is facing hate crime charges, accused of spraying victims with a water gun in a predominantly Jewish neighborhood in northeast Miami-Dade, sheriff's office deputies say. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Homeland Security Bureau announced the arrest of Amir Ayesh in connection with w
In March 2027, the Black Press will mark 200 years since the publication of Freedom's Journal, the nation's first Black owned newspaper.
South Florida’s Haitian community cheered on Team Haiti as it took on Brazil in Friday night’s World Cup match. Fans of all ages gathered at The NoMi Village off Northwest Seventh Avenue in North Miami at a free community watch party to support their team. The tournament marks a historic moment for
South Florida’s Haitian community is gearing up to cheer on Team Haiti as it prepares to take on Brazil in Friday night’s World Cup match. Fans gathered at The NoMi Village off Northwest Seventh Avenue in North Miami at a free community watch party to support their team. 7News cameras captured a lar
At least three people were rushed to a hospital on Thursday night after a series of armed carjackings in southwest Miami-Dade, according to the sheriff's office.The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said that the incidents began around 8:45 p.m. after deputies responded to reports of an armed carjacking i
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Homeland Security Bureau announced the arrest of Amir Ayesh in connection with what they say are two battery incidents that occurred within minutes of each other in the area of Northeast 10th Avenue and 171st Street.
33-year-old Alejandro Martinez, was taken into custody, as the suspect of all of the carjackings and two other incidents.
Team USA faced off in its second match of the World Cup today, and despite the heat, there was a sizable crowd at Bayfront Park to take in the action.
The soccer showdown between Brazil and Haiti had many fans across South Florida excited. On one side, Brazil is a historic superpower. On the other hand, Haiti is making its second World Cup appearance. Brazil won their match on Friday night, putting them in an excellent position to punch their tick
A soccer showdown between Brazil and Haiti has many fans across South Florida excited. On one side, Brazil is a historic superpower. On the other hand, Haiti is making its second World Cup appearance. In Miami’s Boteco, 7News cameras captured fans and employees getting ready to enjoy Brazilian socce
A soccer showdown between Brazil and Haiti has many fans across South Florida excited. On one side, Brazil is a historic superpower. On the other hand, Haiti is making its second World Cup appearance. In Miami’s Boteco, 7News cameras captured fans and employees getting ready to enjoy Brazilian socce
A man and woman were found dead in southwest Miami-Dade, and one man was detained pending the investigation.
As the final seconds of Team USA’s match against Australia counted down, fans in Bayfront Park exploded with joy to celebrate the win for the Americans. The U.S. struck early in Friday’s match, with Cameron Burgess scoring the first goal of the affair at the 11-minute mark. Fans decked in stars and
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Ever since Scotland fans learned they’d begin the country’s ninth World Cup appearance in Boston, plans were being made for a party. “I knew there was going to be a tsunami of Tartan Army (Scotland fans),” said Jason Waddleton, a Scotland native and owner of The Haven, a Sco
From South Beach to Brickell and everywhere in between, here are the best Miami bars and restaurants to watch the 2026 World Cup.
Watch parties are in full swing in South Florida after Team USA beat Australia in their second match of the World Cup. The match was held in Seattle, and the score was ultimately 2-0. Soccer fans, including the American Outlaws, the largest supporter group for Team USA, draped in red, white, and blu
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia 2-0 in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.Despite missing star attacking midfielder Christian Pulisic to a calf injury, the U.S. put on a spectacular performance a
The U.S. Men's National Team kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign Friday on home turf at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay. It's the first time in 32 years that the U.S. is hosting the World Cup, this time as one of three host nations alongside Canada
Congratulations! You’ve found what looks like the perfect place to open your small business or nonprofit. But be careful—what you don’t know could turn your dream location into a nightmare. Commercial leases are very different from apartment or house leases. In Florida, they offer fewer protections
I’m excited to announce that the annual Florida Python Challenge™ is back for 2026! Kicking off on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m., and running until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m., registered participants in this year’s Challenge will get the chance to win a share of $25,000 in prizes while removing invas
Free weekly digest. Local news that actually matters — no spam, no clickbait, easy unsubscribe.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy. We never sell your data.