MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

It looks like the grinch has made an early appearance before the holidays have even started.

Police in Miami-Dade County are searching for a crook who grabbed as much as he could get his hands on from a department store before taking off with the loot.

United Way Miami celebrated its own art installation on Tuesday morning with the unveiling of a hand-painted, 14-and-a-half-foot-long ceramic tile mural gifted by local eco-artist Xavier Cortada and the Xavier Cortada Foundation.

Miami-Dade police are investigating a shooting that left a teenager dead Tuesday afternoon.

The City of Miami Beach and the Rhythm Foundation is inviting young musicians to audition for the 7th Annual Miami Beach Youth Music Festival.

Miami Beach police arrested a man over the weekend who is accused of waving a BB gun and pistol-whipping a victim after trying to steal his scooter, authorities said.

The New York Giants appear to be undeterred by Sunday’s incident at Miami International Airport that got free agent Odell Beckham Jr. kicked off an American Airlines plane.

Miami Art Week brings the art world's movers and shakers to the Magic City. And, of course, the Big Daddy of art fairs is Art Basel Miami Beach at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Check out the guide to see what's happening! There's a lot!

A Virginia Gardens man has been charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder after police said he shot his wife and fatally shot his wife’s new boyfriend in North Bay Village Monday morning.

“Hadestown,” a multi-award winning musical that puts a modern spin on classic Greek myths, comes to Miami to the Adrienne Arsh Center beginning Dec. 6 and running through Dec. 11, 2022

Families living in a Little Havana apartment building say they've been given just weeks to move out of their homes.

One of the nation's oldest public housing projects is now the site of a new idea. Discounted rent and studio space for local artists.

A 21-year-old man is facing a first-degree manslaughter charge after fatally shooting his cousin while playing with a revolver at a Palmetto Bay apartment complex, according to Miami-Dade police.

One of the avian stars of Zoo Miami’s Eagle Cam was in critical condition Monday after she was found with a severely broken right wing.

A Miami man is facing three felony charges after police accused him of raping a woman at knifepoint twice.

A man in a wheelchair struck by a tractor-trailer in northwest Miami-Dade died nearly a week after the crash, his wife told Local 10 News Monday.

Amanda Ramirez filed a class-action lawsuit against Kraft Heinz in Miami federal court earlier this month, seeking damages from the company over what she says are its “false and misleading” claims about how quickly its microwavable Velveeta Shells & Cheese cups take to be ready.

A man is dead and a woman was hospitalized after a shooting in North Bay Village Monday morning, in what officials are calling a “tragic domestic-related incident.”

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and the County Commission recently celebrated the Seniors Who Serve volunteer award ceremony to honor senior residents for exceptional community service. “It is important that we recognize the length of community service provided by our senior citizens,” said Commissioner Sosa. “We are excited to recognize senior residents who continue to serve and contribute to our community,” said Mayor Levine Cava. The only requirements to be nominated are to be a resident of Miami-Dade County, 60 years or older, and to volunteer in Miami-Dade County. Miami-Dade Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD) is the largest provider of comprehensive social services in Miami-Dade County.

A mobile home went up in flames Sunday morning, leaving it completely gutted.

Popular NFL player Odell Beckham Jr. was escorted off a plane at Miami International Airport by police officers on Sunday morning.

On the latest episode of the This Week in South Florida podcast, hosts Michael Putney and Glenna Milberg welcome Broward School Board Chair Lori Alhadeff, Broward Schools Superintendent Vickie Cartwright, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, and Feeding South Florida President and CEO Paco Velez.

On the latest episode of This Week in South Florida, hosts Michael Putney and Glenna Milberg welcome Broward School Board Chair Lori Alhadeff, Broward Schools Superintendent Vickie Cartwright, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, and Feeding South Florida President and CEO Paco Velez.

Most of us are still digesting our Thanksgiving Day feast, but there many in South Florida who didn't have one.

Family and friends of D’Sean Perry gathered for his funeral Saturday evening at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Miami Gardens.

Police are investigating after a woman was shot and injured on Saturday morning, authorities said.

Zoo Miami visited Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Station 43 on Saturday in honor of their outstanding service.

Thousands of shoppers returned for Black Friday sales at Aventura Mall.

City of Miami police is asking for the public’s help in locating a 66-year-old woman who was reported missing on Friday.

Family and friends say goodbye to D'Sean Perry at a viewing on Friday and funeral on Saturday for the University of Virginia football player from South Florida killed in a shooting on the campus last week

The chief executive officer of Coral Gables Hospital was shot and killed in a murder-suicide Wednesday.

Officials pulled a body from a canal in the Kendale Lakes area of southwest Miami-Dade Friday afternoon, according to police.

A crash in the Express lanes of Interstate 95 in Miami-Dade County snarled traffic at around noon Friday.

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

Brandsmart shoppers got an early jump on Black Friday, but when should you set your alarm to get out and start shopping.

A car strikes a pole and crashes injuring 3 people.

An electrician who spent months volunteering at the World Trade Center is now facing some serious health issues. How you can help.

At Gay Ocho, a cross-section of people offer a glimpse into Florida opinions on everything from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a woman's right to choose.

A landscaper was electrocuted Thursday afternoon in the Golden Glades area of northwest Miami-Dade, officials with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said.

Staff at Zoo Miami euthanized an “iconic” 56-year-old Asian elephant Thursday afternoon following a series of health problems, officials said.

From Miami-Dade to Broward, charities are helping fill South Floridians’ bellies on Thanksgiving Day, holding meal events to ensure no one goes hungry.

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

Police confirmed Tuesday that that the search for a missing Broward County woman had come to a tragic end.

A frightening crime was caught on camera in Miami Shores.

Submitted by Khaliyah DouganWith Thanksgiving just around the corner, there has never been a better time to give back to our local community. On Nov. 17, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) teamed up with Joshua’s Heart Foundation to ensure that families in Miami-Dade County have a great Thanksgiving and a warm meal on their tables. Volunteers packed and distributed more than 500 meal bags, complete with turkeys and meal fixings, to Miami-Dade County families and community members in need.

After he was arrested in Miami Beach for killing four at a marijuana farm in Oklahoma, a Chinese man told a judge in Miami-Dade County court that he feared the members of an organized crime organization were going to kill him.

The remains of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent killed in Puerto Rico arrived in South Florida Wednesday afternoon to a water cannon salute and full honors on the tarmac at Miami International Airport.

Global leaders recently agreed to extend protections for more than two-thirds of the world's shark population, with numbers rapidly dwindling because of the insatiable demand for shark fins.

There has been a shakeup at North Miami Beach City Hall following the election of two new commissioners after a nasty election filled with mudslinging.

Freddie Trillo, retired Miami-Dade police defensive tactics instructor and owner of Trillo Jujitsu Academy demonstrates two self-defense tactics you can use when somebody is attacking you from behind.

Miami-Dade County Voters overwhelmingly supported (80 percent support) the twoAmendments placed on the ballot by the Board of County Commissioners amendingMiami-Dade County’s Home Rule Charter. The first amendment to Miami-DadeCounty’s Home Rule Charter reaffirmed the support of the Miami-Dade Home RuleCharter by the voters of Miami-Dade County in a general election. The secondamendment to Miami-Dade County’s Home Rule Charter affirms Miami-Dade Countyvoters desire to protect Miami-Dade County’s local transportation assets from beingtransferred by Miami-Dade County Commissioners without the approval of the voters ofMiami-Dade County. With term limits now fully implemented for the Miami-Dade Boardof County Commissioners and former term limited State legislators seeking office on theCounty Commission, the question protects Miami-Dade County assets from transferfrom Miami-Dade County to the State of Florida. COUNTY REFERENDUM 1Charter Amendment Creating Local Oath of Office forCounty Commissioners and the County MayorShall the County Charter be amended to require thatCounty Commissioners and the County Mayor, upontaking office, swear or affirm that they will support,protect and defend the Miami-Dade County Home RuleCharter and the government of Miami-Dade County?

Nevin McCormick was 19 years old when he was arrested after a violent burglary in Miami-Dade County. He spent a year in prison and his criminal record shows he never changed his ways.

The Miami Shores Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a burglar that was caught on camera trying to enter a home early Wednesday morning.

A body that was discovered in Miami-Dade County last week has been confirmed to be Mimose Dulcio, a 39-year-old City of Fort Lauderdale employee, who was initially thought to be missing but whose husband is now facing a murder charge.

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On a spring night inside a luxury Brickell condo, an Internet entrepreneur named Haider Rana was watching TV with an exotic dancer after a day of hanging out at the pool. They heard a knock. Rana grabbed his pistol and went to the front door.

Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust is committed to ensuring Black residents participate in Miami-Dade County's economic growth

“The people have delivered their verdict: Freedom is here to stay,” DeSantis said during his victory speech on election night. Winning by 16.4 point margin, Marco Rubio became the first Florida Republican to secure three terms in the Senate. In a speech acknowledging her loss, Demings congratulated her opponent and told Florida Democrats not to give up. District 27 is almost 70% hispanic voters, covering most of Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest and Kendall. Florida voters also voted down all three statewide ballot measures to amend the Florida Constitution.

On Saturday, Nov. 12, the Miami Heat posted a joint statement with Miami-Dade County on Instagram announcing their decision to “terminate” their partnership with FTX following the cryptocurrency company’s file for bankruptcy. The collaboration between the former American Airlines Arena and FTX was just shy of its two-year anniversary. Ideas included the Café Bustelo Arena, El Palacio de los Jugos Arena and Versailles Arena, each one a reflection of the 305’s culture. “I wasn’t too surprised by the name change,” Farr said. In the meantime, I’ll be over here counting the days until my next Heat game at the ______ Arena.

Bean Automotive Group has sponsored five Habitat for Humanity homes over the last few years. But she wasn’t alone, five different groups of Bean Automotive associates helped her along the way. On October 12th, the first group of Bean Automotive associates from Kendall Toyota and Lexus of Kendall helped Shercola and the builders with drywall installation. After the first group, the second group of Bean Automotive associates from West Kendall Toyota and Lexus of West Kendall arrived the next day. The last group of associates included the corporate team, President and CEO Chris Roberts, CFO George Wiltz, and Dealer Principal Lori Bean.

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County homeowners will soon receive their personal property tax bills from the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector. No fees apply for payments made via e-check using a bank account; credit card payments may be subject to processing fees. Property owners are responsible for paying their tax bill, although many opt to submit payments through their mortgage escrow account. The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector encourages all property owners to review their tax bill and issue payment as promptly as they are able to obtain the maximum discount. To see more #Miaminews from #Aventura to #Coralgables to #SouthMiami, #Pinecrest, #Palmetto Bay and #Cutler Bay and all throughout #Miamidadecounty go to:www.communitynewspapers.com

Conservative Latinos push back on the liberal talking point that Florida Republicans gained Latino support thanks to Spanish language "disinformation."

In 2002, Jeb Bush won Miami-Dade County in the Gubernatorial Race against then opposition, Bill McBride. In 2016, Hillary Clinton won Miami-Dade by a whopping 30 points. In 2020, President Joe Biden won Miami-Dade County by only seven points and now, only two years later, the county flipped altogether. With the state now slipping fast from their fingers, what can the Democratic Party do in order to curb the red wave and win back the state? They can either redouble their efforts in Florida and attempt to win back the once reliable Miami-Dade County, or they can turn their attention elsewhere.

The biggest winner of the midterm elections was Ron DeSantis. The biggest loser was Donald Trump.

Miami-Dade County is not in the forecast cone of uncertainty for potential Hurricane Nicole, but watches and warnings remain in effect for potential impacts from the storm. Here's the latest forecast track including the so-called "spaghetti models."

Voters cast ballots for governors in 36 states on Tuesday, with 20 held by Republicans and 16 held by Democrats.

Former Barack Obama adviser David Plouffe conceded that the “Obama coalition” of Hispanics in Florida is “gone” after massive Republican wins projected on Tuesday.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools has been closely monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole’s track and cancelled classes at all schools on Wednesday, November 9

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Miami-Dade County is no longer in the forecast cone of uncertainty for potential Hurricane Nicole, but watches and warnings remain in effect for potential impacts from the storm. Here's the latest forecast track including the so-called "spaghetti models."

Miami-Dade County may be ripe for Republicans as Gov. Ron DeSantis' popularity in the Democratic-majority county is rising ahead of a key gubernatorial election.

Miami-Dade County and the rest of South Florida are in the forecast cone of uncertainty for expected Tropical Storm Nicole. Here's the latest forecast track including the so-called "spaghetti models."

“This speed limit adjustment on the Rickenbacker will provide a safer environment for community members, cyclists, and safety advocates,” said Mayor Levine Cava. “Ongoing safety improvements are the result of working together with community members, and transportation advocates. Traffic field data collected during this pilot program, indicated that the speed limit needed to be updated. “I want to thank the mayor and her staff for listening to our request to reconsider raising the speed limit along the Rickenbacker Causeway, studying the issue in depth and coming to the conclusion that a uniform 40 mph speed limit along the entire roadway is a safe and reasonable speed,” said Mike Davey, Village of Key Biscayne mayor. The cumulative impact of these short-term improvements and long-term planning for the corridor, in coordination with stakeholders, will lead to a safer Rickenbacker Causeway to protect cyclists, pedestrians and everyone who uses the causeway.

Republicans are threatening to win Florida's typicall blue Miami-Dade County, which has not voted for a Republican candidate for governor since Jeb Bush two decades ago.

Cheryl Ann Leslie, 55, of Loxahatchee, is facing two third-degree felony charges of casting more than one ballot in an election, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Friday.

MIAMI-DADE – Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee sponsored a resolution that passed during the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, November 1, recognizing August 1, 2023, and every subsequent year thereafter, as Trinidad and Tobago Emancipation Day. “We have many Trinbagonian people in Miami-Dade County, and many who are leaders in our communities. I’m happy to bring Trinidad and Tobago Emancipation Day to our County, and I look forward to recognizing this special day every year,” said Commissioner McGhee. Miami-Dade County is home to many Trinbagonian people whose ancestors were enslaved by the British Empire and gained their freedom on August 1, 1838. In Trinidad and Tobago, there are African cultural events, exhibitions, and performances on display to commemorate this holiday.

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Two former members of the Proud Boys, the far-right white nationalist extremist group that has become influential in Miami-Dade’s Republican Party, have qualified to serve as poll workers in Miami-Dade County and will be interacting with voters on Election Day.

On October 12, 2022, the Village Council met to adopt the final recommended plan submitted by the Pinecrest Parkway Citizen’s Committee. This marked the end of a nearly two-year process undertaken by the Village Council to update the 2012 Pinecrest Parkway Vision Plan. Review the 2022 Pinecrest Parkway Vision Plan at www.pinecrest-fl.gov/US1Plan. During the same October 12 meeting, the Village Council took the first step to codify the Vision Plan recommendations by adopting ordinances on first reading that update the Village’s Comprehensive Master Plan, Land Development Regulations and Zoning Map. The ordinances provide a slight increase in the Floor Area Ratio (from .73 to 1) to comply with the new requirements of Miami-Dade County’s Rapid Transit Zone.

Here's how to get tickets to the biggest Florida political rallies of the 2022 campaign: President Joe Biden in Miami-Dade County on Nov. 1 and former President Donald Trump in Miami-Dade County on Nov. 6.

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Progressive media members Joy Reid and Jemele Hill argued that Gov. Ron DeSantis’, R-Fla., growing popularity among Latinos could be attributed to racism.

More than 300,000 women around the world die from cervical cancer each year. The rate of cervical cancer in Little Haiti is 38 per 100,000 people — more than four times Florida’s overall rate of 8 per 100,000, according to a study published in Cancer Causes and Control in July 2018. The WHO believes cervical cancer can be eliminated within the next century if countries meet those targets by 2030. Freeman said this team’s work is vital to the WHO’s global effort to end cervical cancer. “Cervical cancer is the one cancer that we can actually eliminate,” Freeman said.

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—Musicians 18 and under are invited to apply —The City of Miami Beach and the Rhythm Foundation are inviting young musicians to audition for the 7th Annual Miami Beach Youth Music Festival. “This is a showcase of the most talented young people, not only in Miami Beach but throughout Miami-Dade County,” explained Miami Beach City Manager Alina T. Hudak. At least one member of each band must be a resident of Miami-Dade County with an average age of the group under 18 at the time of the Youth Music Festival. “The Miami Beach Youth Music Festival represents the things that make Miami Beach simultaneously a great place for kids and families, and a world class destination for arts, culture and entertainment,” added Deputy Director of the Rhythm Foundation Benton Galgay. WHAT: Miami Beach Youth Music Festival auditionsWHEN: Now through Dec. 12.

Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) recently introduced its first electric-powered waste collection vehicle. U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Miami-Dade Commissioner Eileen Higgins, DSWM director Michael Fernandez, and Darren Jane, district sales manager for Mack Trucks, were in attendance at the event. “Here in Miami-Dade, we’re kicking off National Clean Energy Week by making history as clean energy leaders with the unveiling of the county’s newest green vehicle,” Rep. Wilson said. “This will be the first automated side loader waste collection vehicle in the U.S. that will be powered by the very waste it collects. This will be a full-circle process.”The Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management provides waste collection and disposal services to more than 340,000 households in unincorporated Miami-Dade County and 10 municipalities: Aventura, Cutler Bay, Doral, Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes, Opa-locka, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Sunny Isles Beach and Sweetwater.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava recently traveled to Fort Myers, in the wake of Hurricane Ian, to deliver critical supplies for the search and rescue team, assess damage, meet with local officials and determine how Miami-Dade County can best assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts. In times of need, I’m proud that our humanity shines bright,” said Mayor Levine Cava. She then met with Lee County Administrator Roger Desjarlais to review coordinating plans and determine areas of need Miami-Dade can fill. Mayor Levine Cava then went to the supply staging site managed by the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to assist in the organization and distribution of supplies, where the organizers reported a total of 24 trucks so far have delivered donations valued well over $1 million. To see more #Miaminews from #Aventura to #Coralgables to #SouthMiami, #Pinecrest, #Palmetto Bay and #Cutler Bay and all throughout #Miamidadecounty go to:www.communitynewspapers.com

South Florida fared pretty well during Hurricane Ian, but the region still saw nearly a dozen tornadoes and upwards of 10 inches of rain. Here is the breakdown.

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With extreme heat affecting communities across the world, Miami-Dade County currently is participating in a national heat study that will analyze the cooling potential of urban natural areas. Led by the Natural Areas Conservancy, the results of this study, which includes 12 cities across the United States, will help cities address climate change. “Miami-Dade County is familiar with hot weather, but we are now experiencing extreme and unprecedented heat in our community,” said Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Results show that pedestrian-level temperature and heat index are significantly higher than at National Weather Service weather sites and commonly exceed dangerous levels. Cities are documented to be 2-10 degrees Fahrenheit hotter than rural areas, and extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States.

With the Nov. 8 general election quickly approaching, voters are encouraged to review their customized sample ballot before heading to the polls. A majority of Miami-Dade County voters can expect a one-page ballot (front/back). “Whether voters plan to vote by mail, vote early, or at their precinct on Election Day, I encourage them to review their sample ballot ahead of time. Registered voters can easily access their customized sample ballot online at www.miamidade.gov/elections/voter-information.asp by entering: first name, last name and date of birth. Voters who would like to receive their customized sample ballot via email prior to each election can sign up by calling 305-499-VOTE (8683).

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