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Police officers arrest man over shooting outside Miami-Dade hotel

A 23-year-old man who was accused of driving a black Mercedes-Benz S550 during a recent drive-by shooting appeared in court on Thursday in Miami-Dade County.

Eastern Airlines Flight 401 victims honored with new monument in Miami Springs

Exactly fifty years ago, Eastern Airlines Flight 401 mysteriously slammed into the Florida Everglades at over 200 miles per hour.

Miami Springs man accused of possessing child sex abuse material

A Miami Springs man faced five felony charges after police said they found child sexual abuse material on his phone Wednesday.

Dispute leads to man being fatally shot at ex-girlfriend’s Miami Springs home

A dispute between three people led to a fatal shooting Wednesday night in Miami Springs, according to police.

What’s causing flamingos to flock to Miami Springs? Resident discovers surprising possibility

Residents in Miami Springs are concerned about a recent, unusual series of flamingo sightings that they believe may be coming from nearby Hialeah Park, where a flock of the majestic pink birds has lived since the ‘30s.

Hialeah activist protests over dead flamingo in Miami Springs

Milly Herrera has been fighting for years to “save” the Hialeah Park Race Track, a national historic landmark since 1979.

Police seeking information after man killed at Miami Springs hotel

Miami-Dade police are seeking information from the public after a man was killed at a Miami Springs hotel Wednesday morning.

Police ID driver killed after crashing car into Miami Springs canal

On Friday, Miami-Dade police identified the driver who died after his car plunged into a Miami Springs canal on Thanksgiving Day.

FHP: Fort Lauderdale man killed in I-595 crash

A 53-year-old Fort Lauderdale man died in an overnight crash on Interstate 595 Thursday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Man dead after car plunges into Miami Springs canal

One person is dead after authorities found a car submerged in a Miami Springs canal Thursday morning, according to police.

Michael Gavila impacts multiple communities in variety of ways

Miami Springs resident Michael Gavila is a shining example of how one person can impact multiple communities in a variety of ways. One of Gavila’s communities is his work community. I like being able to get around on my own.”Another one of Gavila’s many communities is the city of Miami Springs, where he is active in a variety of ways. Gavila can regularly be found at City Hall, where he is known by many. “Everyone in Miami Springs knows Michael,” said Gavila’s mother, Susy Gavila.

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Rubio canvasser attacked in Hialeah speaks at Miami Springs GOP event

The man attacked while canvassing for Sen. Mario Rubio spoke publicly on Sunday.

Rubio sees parallels between canvasser injured in Hialeah, assault at Pelosi home

Sen. Marco Rubio said Christopher Monzon, the victim of a recent alleged politically-motivated attack, has changed his ways.

Woman assaulted near train tracks in Miami Springs

Multiple law enforcement agencies were involved in an investigation Tuesday morning in Miami Springs.

Arsonist arrested after fire at Miami-Dade warehouse, police say

Police and SWAT team members were spotted Wednesday morning outside a home in Miami Springs.

Missing man in Miami Springs found in good condition

According to police, Alvaro R. Bermejo was last seen Friday at 4 p.m. in the 500 block of South Royal Poinciana Blvd.

Man with dementia reported missing in Miami Springs

Police searching for missing Miami woman with Dementia.

Police seek car in Miami Springs hit-and-run that critically injured motorcyclist

Miami Springs police released a surveillance photo of a suspect vehicle Thursday believed to be involved in a hit-and-run crash late last month that seriously injured a motorcyclist.

Miami Springs police seek hit-and-run driver who critically injured motorcyclist

Investigators are looking for a driver who struck and injured a motorcyclist in Miami Springs Tuesday night and left the scene, according to police.

Hialeah man appears in court to face charges after shooting nearly kills SoBe resident

Police officers arrested a man on Thursday who is accused of shooting a 25-year-old aspiring architect from Argentina during an armed robbery in Miami Beach.

Man arrested in Miami Springs over Miami Beach attempted murder

Police officers arrested a man on Thursday who is accused of shooting a 25-year-old aspiring architect from Argentina during an armed robbery in Miami Beach.

As wounded officer clings to life after shooting, new details shed light on suspects

As a Miami-Dade police officer remained in critical condition after he was shot in Miami’s Liberty City neighborhood Monday night, Local 10 News has learned more information Wednesday about the suspects connected to the incident, both of whom were killed by police.

Suspect killed at Miami Springs motel connected to fatal police-involved shooting

A major police response was observed in Miami Springs late Tuesday afternoon.

Marine Corps veteran goes home months after surviving crash as Miami-Dade police officer

Surveillance video shows the body of a police officer flying about 20 feet into the air and about 30 feet away from the sports utility vehicle that struck his Miami-Dade Police Department motorcycle.

Unemployment system plagued by delays, fraud and racial gaps during pandemic, says watchdog agency

The Government Accountability Office issued a pair of reports on Tuesday outlining ongoing risks in the U.S. unemployment system and the need for reform.

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‘Teachers for Crist’ endorses former Florida governor in favor of assault rifles ban

Rep. Charlie Crist called for the banning of assault rifles in Florida as a response to school shootings during a news conference about a new endorsement on Tuesday in Miami Springs.

Man who died after crashing into alligator-infested pond was beloved mechanic, relatives say

There was a small tribute on Tuesday at a gas station in Miami-Dade County after a 56-year-old man who worked there died.

‘We think it’s a terrible idea’: South Florida teachers union heads reject calls to arm educators

In the wake of yet another school shooting, arming teachers has once again been proposed as a solution to stopping mass murder in American classrooms.

Jailhouse calls lead to woman charged with witness tampering in human trafficking case

A 32-year-old woman is accused of helping a man charged with human trafficking and prostitution by speaking with him in jail about how to intimidate a witness.

City of Miami Springs files lawsuit due to noise from outdoor concert venue in Hialeah

Residents of two different South Florida cities are wondering what can be done about their new, noisy neighbors.

Man arrested on human trafficking charges in Miami Springs

A man was arrested early Thursday morning on accusations that he promised to save a woman from her pimp in Chicago, but instead brought her to South Florida, took all of her money and forced her to prostitute for him, authorities said.

Bill in legislature would send $25 million to restore Freedom Tower

Bill in legislature would send $25 million to restore Freedom Tower by at MiamiTodayNews.com.

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Miami Springs police search for missing man with autism

A 24-year-old man from Miami Springs who has been diagnosed with autism has been reported missing, authorities confirmed.

Democrats are unlikely to extend federal unemployment benefits after they expire in 2 weeks

All pandemic aid programs for those experiencing joblessness are slated to expire at the federal level in two weeks.

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Miami Springs search for missing 85-year-old man with dementia

Miami Springs are seeking the public’s help with locating an 85-year-old man who has dementia and has been reported missing.

Filming in Miami: July 22, 2021

Filming in Miami: July 22, 2021 by at MiamiTodayNews.com.

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SOS Cuba protesters from Homestead to Washington ask Biden for US intervention

Deep south in Miami-Dade County, among a small group of SOS Cuba protesters, a boy held up a sign Friday night in Homestead to ask U.S. President Joe Biden for military intervention in Cuba. He made it out of cardboard and paint so he could hold it up and show it to drivers Friday night.

Filming in Miami: July 15, 2021

Filming in Miami: July 15, 2021 by at MiamiTodayNews.com.

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FBI arrests Miami Springs man accused of long-distance cyberstalking

The FBI has arrested Robert Rodriguez, 53, of Miami Springs, who was charged on June 3 with cyberstalking, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida.

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Man named ‘Slime’ paid cash and drugs for sex with 14-year-old girl

Sadiki Spence faces charges that include human trafficking, engaging in prostitution, lewd/lascivious battery and sale of oxycodone. He had been on probation already for second-degree attempted murder, investigators said.

More states are eliminating the extra $300 per week in unemployment benefits. What to know about your rights

As the economy reopens, getting workers back on the job is a priority. Here's what to know if you're one of the millions of people still without work.

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Thousands more get COVID-19 vaccines at Miami Dade College, Hard Rock Stadium

She drove from West Palm Beach to Miami Dade College North Campus, 11380 NW 27th Ave., in Westview. Just come and take it.”Miami Dade College North vaccinates nearly 2,000 against COVID-19A prior expansion on eligibility included school employees, firefighters and law enforcement personnel who are age 50 and older. This didn’t include the progress that was being made on Monday in Miami Gardens, where appointments are required, and at Westview, North Miami Beach, and Miami Springs, where walk-ins are welcome. AdAs of Monday afternoon, 1,093 vaccines were administered at Hard Rock Stadium, 1,905 at Miami Dade College, 466 vaccines at 1401 Westward Dr. in Miami Springs, and 328 vaccines at 1770 NE 162 St., in North Miami Beach, according to Jachles. COVID-19 vaccines in Miami-Dade County

DeSantis says less than 50% of young people will opt for COVID-19 vaccine

Ron DeSantis said Friday that less than 50% of young people in Florida will opt for a COVID-19 vaccine when he expands access to all in April. Biden’s administration has been working to secure a supply of two-dose vaccines by Moderna and Pfizer and the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine to cover the U.S. population by the end of July. DeSantis’ expansion on eligibility for people who are 60 years old or older starts on Monday. As of Saturday, DeSantis granted first priority to anyone who is 65 years old or older, healthcare personnel, and staff at long-term care facilities. AdTwo satellite sites are open at 1770 NE 162 St. in North Miami Beach and 1401 Westward Dr. in Miami Springs.

Miami-Dade’s newest COVID-19 vaccine sites open with eligibility rules enforced

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – Lines were long Thursday at the new FEMA-supported, state-run COVID-19 vaccination satellite site at Allen Park Community Center in North Miami Beach. It’s one of two new walk-up sites that opened Thursday, along with one at the Miami Springs Community Center. The need is there,” said North Miami Beach Mayor Anthony F. DeFillipo. On Thursday, staff members screened people to make sure they were eligible for the shot at the FEMA-supported sites in Miami-Dade County. But satellite sites are intended to move around every week or so to allow different parts of the community to have access to vaccines.

Lo golpean con pistola para robarlo en carril para bicicletas de Miami Springs

A residential area in Miami Springs along a bike path was the scene of an armed robbery Saturday. (Google maps)

Police: Man pistol-whipped, robbed along bike path in Miami Springs

A residential area in Miami Springs along a bike path was the scene of an armed robbery Friday. MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – What police said is a residential area with limited crime incidents was the scene of an attack on Friday just after 6 p.m. According to Miami Springs police, a man on a bike path on Ludlam Drive was attacked when 2 men armed with guns approached him from behind and demanded his wallet. When the man told them he was not carrying a wallet, they said they wanted his cellphone, but not before pistol-whipping him. Anyone with information is urged to call Miami Springs Police or Miami-Dade Crimestoppers at (305) 471-8477

The List: Worship services livestreaming amid coronavirus crisis

· Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Kendale Lakes: 9 a.m. (Spanish), 10:30 a.m. (English), Sunday. · Our Lady of Lourdes, Miami: Sundays, 11:45 a.m. in English; 1:30 p.m. in Spanish. https://browardchurch.org/ or https://browardchurchonline.online.church/· Brownsville Church of Christ Miami, 11 a.m. Sunday, https://www.facebook.com/brownsvillecoc/Ad· Bread of Life Open Bible Church, Miami: 11 a.m., Sunday: https://youtu.be/KGeTQ_aDvOo· Calvary Church, Miami: https://www.calvaryconnect.com/· Calvary Chapel Miami Beach: www.facebook.com/calvarymiamibeach. YouTube, Facebook, www.loveunltd.com. Calvary MB Church, Miami: 10 a.m. Sunday, Dial in (917) 900-1022, access code: 78226# or https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-MB-Church-Miami-112072860438534/· Mt.

Hialeah man who fled to Panama after killing pedestrian arrested

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – A Hialeah man who fled to Panama after his involvement in two car crashes, one killing a pedestrian, was captured while on his way to Cuba, investigators said Friday. The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office and Miami Springs police said that Eddy Enrique Nuñez, 54, was involved in a three-car accident on Jan. 4, 2020, then fled that scene in Miami Springs. After leaving that scene, he crashed a few blocks away after losing control of his car and then ran over a pedestrian. Miami Springs police said Nuñez dragged Tracy Berry, 43, under his car for several blocks, killing her. Nuñez is charged with vehicular homicide and is being held in Miami-Dade County’s Turner Guilford Knight Correction Center on a $15,000 bond.

Grub Snub: Miami Springs Grocery Giveaway Excludes the Homeless

The program will cost $140,000, which is Miami Springs' portion of what Miami-Dade County received via the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Miami Springs is a three-square-mile bedroom community that sits just north of Miami International Airport and has a population of about 14,000. There's no evidence that city workers canvassed Miami Springs to inform homeless residents about the program. Officials in Miami Springs have a reputation for being inhospitable to people experiencing homelessness. Miami Springs began distributing the Milam's gift cards to residents on Monday, which marked the start of Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week.

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FPL moves hundreds of overhead power lines underground as part of pilot program

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – As of Thursday, Florida Power & Light Co. had 53 miles of overhead power lines underground. FPL estimates that between 300 and 700 power lines will be placed underground annually from 2021 to 2023. Berlot said neighborhood power lines are chosen for the program based on past hurricane outage performance, a history of vegetation-related interruptions, and other reliability factors. Trees and vegetation coming in contact with overhead lines were the leading cause of outages during Hurricane Irma in 2017. Bertot said underground lines showed about 83% better performance as opposed to overhead.

City shuts down Miami Springs hotel over drugs, human trafficking

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – Police and prosecutors said they’ve had enough of a Miami Springs hotel that they have determined is a hot bed for criminal activity. A court ordered The Runway Inn Miami Airport Hotel closed at noon on Thursday. Miami Springs City Attorney Haydee Sera confirms Runway Inn officially closed Noon today. The Miami Springs Police Department was part of a multiagency task force that made multiple arrests at a local Miami Springs hotel last night. Click on the link to read more: https://t.co/hBjZqW6EAs — Miami Springs Police (@MiamiSpringsPD) September 15, 2020Some of the hotel’s residents were on fixed incomes.

Labor Day caravan held in Miami Springs to honor local frontline workers

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – The Miami Springs community is paying tribute to the healthcare heroes who have been working so tirelessly during the pandemic. On this Labor Day, amid a pandemic, it’s been a year where many became familiar with the term ‘essential workers’ to talk about our frontline community members. Added Mitchell: “We have people out of work on Labor Day, people worried sick,” people not sure how to make ends meet. Added Mitchell: “Labor Day becomes a different monster during the pandemic we got to look at what needs to happen. Right now, local, state and municipality governments are having to pick up the reins because we don’t have a national plan.

Miami Springs demonstrators hold prayer walk for justice, healing and unity

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. Demonstrators in Miami Springs continue demanding change. Saturday morning, they were out in the form of a prayer walk, pushing for justice. The event was put on by Poinciana United Methodist Church, Blessed Trinity Church and Crossbridge Church. The walk began at the Gazebo on the Circle and ended at Miami Springs City Hall. The group was heard singing America the Beautiful and saying several prayers along the walk for justice, healing and unity.

FDOH: Miami-Dade has state’s 2 most deadly long-term care facilities during coronavirus pandemic

HIALEAH, Fla. – Fair Havens Center in Miami Springs and Signature Healthcare Center Of Waterford in Hialeah remain the long-term care facilities with the most deaths during the coronavirus pandemic in Florida, according to state records Sunday morning. According to the Florida Department of Health’s latest review of long-term care facility deaths associated with COVID-19, Fair Havens Center reported 44 residents died and the Signature HealthCARE Center Of Waterford reported 33 residents died. A spokeswoman for Signature HealthCARE of Waterford, however, told Local 10 News in an email Monday that the report was incorrect and 23 residents had died. At Signature HealthCARE Center Of Waterford, 60 more staff tested positive for the coronavirus, 23 more residents tested positive and 32 more residents were transferred out, state health officials reported. The agency reports on deaths weekly and releases the report on deaths on Friday night.

Authorities rescue woman, 21, from accused sex trafficker in Miami Springs

Published: May 19, 2020, 7:50 am Updated: May 19, 2020, 10:37 amMIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – A 21-year-old woman who was allegedly forced into prostitution by a man who wanted to sell her services has been rescued by authorities. Authorities said she checked into a motel in Miami Springs the night of May 4 and was approached by Gregory Sutton, 33, the next morning. The victim told authorities that Sutton solicited her to commit acts of prostitution and told her he would organize everything. The victim, who said she did not want to engage in prostitution, told police that she locked herself in her motel room and called a friend, who then contacted the Miami Springs Police Department. The State Attorney’s Office said a joint operation then commenced, leading to Sutton’s arrest and the safe rescue of the victim.

Miami Springs nursing home residents transferred to hospital

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. – Dozens of residents of a Miami Springs nursing home were loaded into ambulances Sunday. Eight Fair Havens’ residents have died from COVID-19, according to the department of health. Department of Health statistics show that Fair Havens Center has transferred 32 positive residents; 58 residents who have tested positive remain at the facility and 38 staff members have tested positive for the coronavirus. Lázaro Guas, whose mother was one of the people transferred Sunday, told Local 10 that his mother tested positive for the virus, but she has yet to show any symptoms. "She doesn't have a fever, she doesn't have any symptoms; just that she has tested positive.

Live roaches found at 'gourmet eatery' in Miami Springs

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. - An inspector with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered Harvest Moon Bistro in Miami Springs shut last week after a roach issue was found. ***HOAGIE BEAR SUBS26855 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAYNARANJAORDERED SHUT 9/26/1923 VIOLATIONS FOUND"Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on shelf by flat grill where condiments are stored by the front line, 2 live roaches by three compartment sink under a knife, 3 live roaches on the wall behind the prep table next to the cooler in the prep area." ***HARVEST MOON BISTRO102 CURTIS PARKWAYMIAMI SPRINGSORDERED SHUT 10/1/197 VIOLATIONS FOUND"Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 roaches crawling on wall behind reach in freezer."

Roaches, moldy ice found at 'gourmet eatery' in Miami Springs

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. - An inspector with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered Harvest Moon Bistro in Miami Springs shut last week after a roach issue was found. ***HOAGIE BEAR SUBS26855 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAYNARANJAORDERED SHUT 9/26/1923 VIOLATIONS FOUND"Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. ***HARVEST MOON BISTRO102 CURTIS PARKWAYMIAMI SPRINGSORDERED SHUT 10/1/197 VIOLATIONS FOUND"Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 8 roaches crawling on wall behind reach in cooler. Observed 2 roaches crawling on wall behind reach in freezer."

Officer involved in Miami Springs crash

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. - A police vehicle was involved in a crash Thursday evening in Miami Springs. The crash involving two vehicles occurred near La Baron and Minola drives. Local 10 News has learned the officer and the driver of the other vehicle were transported with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the accident is under investigation. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

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