Miami-Dade County

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Push for property tax reform hits snag, not deterring Florida officials

A proposal to dramatically cut homeowners property taxes in Florida is facing a hurdle in making the November ballot.

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Three candidates running for Miami-Dade’s District 5 seat

There are three candidates running for the District 5 seat in Miami-Dade County.

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Mother of 9-year-old boy mauled by dogs in Bimini gives update on his recovery

A 9-year-old boy is continuing a difficult recovery after being attacked by several dogs on a beach in Bimini last week, his family told Local 10 News on Tuesday.

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‘This man was just trying to rape me,’ teen shouts at North Miami Senior High School after marijuana lure, records show

A 26-year-old man faced charges on Tuesday in Miami-Dade County after a 15-year-old boy accused him of sexually abusing him while recording a video of it in North Miami, records show.

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Man shocked by electrical wire while working in backyard of Opa-locka home, police say

A man was rushed to a hospital Tuesday afternoon after he was shocked by a live electrical wire while performing yard work in the backyard of a home in Opa-locka, authorities said.

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2 hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash near Miami Gardens Tesla dealership, authorities say

Two people were hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash in Miami Gardens, authorities told Local 10 News on Tuesday.

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Back-to-school prep: Free or reduced-price lunches require application at some schools in Miami-Dade and Broward

There will be new lunch menu additions at public schools in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

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3rd arrest made in Miami-Dade street takeover hit-and-run investigation, deputies say

A third arrest has been made in connection with a series of alleged illegal street takeovers across Miami-Dade County, including a hit-and-run that seriously injured three pedestrians last month, authorities confirmed in an arrest report obtained by Local 10 News on Tuesday.

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Undercover detectives accuse woman of performing cosmetic injections without a license in Miami

Deputies arrested a 59-year-old woman after an undercover detective accused her of performing cosmetic injections without a license on Monday at her apartment in Miami, records show.

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Lincoln Marti daycare teacher accused of grabbing 2-year-old by neck, shaking him

A teacher at a Lincoln Marti daycare center in southwest Miami-Dade was arrested Monday on accusations that she grabbed a 2-year-old boy by his neck and shook him, authorities confirmed.

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The power of poetry — inside Wild Bloom Society

In an era when most conversations happen through a screen, more people are choosing to step behind a microphone.

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Man accused of recklessly driving unregistered school bus in southwest Miami-Dade, deputies say

A man was arrested Saturday after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said he was caught recklessly driving a yellow school bus in southwest Miami-Dade without a commercial driver’s license.

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Miami Spa Month returns with discounted luxury treatments through August

If you’ve been putting off a little self-care, Miami Spa Month is offering a chance to indulge in luxury wellness without paying full price.

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Trio vies for commission seat in Miami-Dade’s District 2

There is a three-way race heating up for the Miami City Commission’s District 2 seat.

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Police: Surveillance videos show man abusing dog in Miami elevator

Surveillance videos show a 33-year-old man with his one-year-old Dutch Shepherd named “Buzz” on April 5 in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood.

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Severe storm rips through carport in Miami Gardens

A severe storm caused damage in a Miami Gardens neighborhood on Monday afternoon.

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Mother of Hard Rock Cafe server reacts to attack suspect’s ‘accident’ claim: ‘Why are you lying?’

The mother of a Hard Rock Cafe server attacked at downtown Miami’s Bayside Marketplace says it has been an emotional and difficult week as her daughter recovers from her injuries and a suspect faces a criminal charge.

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Former pro soccer star Diego Serna faces drug trafficking charges after Miami airport arrest

Former Major League Soccer player Diego Serna, who starred for the now-defunct Miami Fusion, is facing federal drug trafficking charges after authorities said he tried to bring nearly 9,000 hydrocodone pills into the U.S. after arriving at Miami International Airport on a flight from Colombia, Local 10 News has learned.

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Miami-Dade back-to-school prep includes new teacher induction for 200 in Hialeah

The 2026–27 academic year begins on Aug. 10 for students at Broward County Public Schools, on Aug. 11 for students at the Archdiocese of Miami Catholic Schools, and on Aug. 13 for students at Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

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Homeless woman accused of attempted murder after beating near North Miami Beach

A homeless man suffered a skull fracture after a homeless woman struck him with a stick about 20 times on Saturday near North Miami Beach, according to Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies.

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Man carries victim to hospital after stabbing him in neck in Cutler Bay, deputies say

A man stabbed another man in the neck over the weekend after the victim tried to intervene when he saw the suspect arguing with a woman, who deputies later identified as the suspect’s wife, authorities said.

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Deputies arrest 18-year-old driver over ‘doing donuts’ at Miami Lakes street takeover

Drivers performed stunts during an intersection takeover that involved 40 to 50 cars and 70 to 80 spectators on Sunday in Miami Lakes, according to Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies.

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‘I hate them’: Woman accused of attacking Jewish man in North Miami Beach Target

A woman is facing multiple charges for attacking a Jewish man sitting at an in-store Starbucks at a Target in North Miami Beach over the weekend, according to police.

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Scooter rider hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in northwest Miami-Dade

A scooter rider was hospitalized Monday morning after riding his scooter on the wrong side of the road, resulting in him being struck by a vehicle, authorities said.

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Storms return for start of the week with localized flood threat

After a warm and humid start to the day with the chance for an isolated shower through the morning, temperatures will quickly heat into the lower 90s with a mix of sun and clouds.

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Early voting begins in Miami-Dade, Monroe; Miami-Dade elections chief reminds voters of flexibility and security

Early voting is now underway in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, and Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia is encouraging voters to take advantage of the opportunity while reminding them they have flexibility in where they cast their ballots.

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Man accused of fleeing crash that left woman critically injured in Miami-Dade

A man was arrested after deputies said he crashed into a woman, left her trapped under his pickup truck, and ran from the scene in southwest Miami-Dade Sunday morning.

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Local 10 chats with incoming Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent ahead of new school year

Miami-Dade County students are heading back to school on Aug. 13.

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U.S. 41 reopens after brush fire prompts closure

A brush fire burning near U.S. 41 in the Everglades forced the closure of the highway in both directions and prompted the precautionary evacuation of Everglades Safari Park on Sunday, authorities said.

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Early voting in Miami-Dade County begins Monday

Early voting begins Monday in Miami-Dade County.

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Driver crashes through front of Doral pet grooming business

A vehicle slammed into a Miami-Dade County business over the weekend, causing extensive damage.

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‘We ran into each other’: Texas man denies shoving bartender in Bayside incident caught on camera

The Texas man accused of attacking a Hard Rock Cafe employee at Bayside Marketplace in Miami is out of jail and telling his side of the story.

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Surveillance video captures mail thief at west Miami-Dade condo complex

A surveillance camera installed just hours earlier captured a suspected mail thief in the act at a west Miami-Dade condominium complex, according to residents.

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4 hospitalized after boat experiences mechanical issue in Brickell

Miami Fire Rescue medics transported four people to a hospital Saturday after a boating incident in the Brickell area.

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Texas man charged in Bayside attack posts bond after arrest at PortMiami

A Texas man accused of attacking a Hard Rock Cafe employee at Bayside Marketplace in Miami is expected to be released from jail Saturday after posting bond.

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Coast Guard helps 10 aboard disabled boat near Rickenbacker Causeway

The United States Coast Guard’s Station Miami Beach crew assisted a boat taking on water with 10 people aboard near Rickenbacker Causeway on Friday, the agency confirmed.

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Miami Gardens families receive food, health screenings at community wellness event

As families prepare for the start of the school year, up to 150 Miami Gardens families received free groceries and health services Saturday during a community wellness event focused on improving access to food, preventive care and safer neighborhoods.

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Miami Gardens community backpack drive helps families prepare for back-to-school season

Families in Miami Gardens received a helping hand ahead of the new school year as Unity on the Bay hosted its annual Community Backpack Drive, providing thousands of children with free school supplies, backpacks, and a day filled with fun.

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United Way volunteers pack nearly 1K backpacks for students ahead of new school year

As the back-to-school season approaches, teachers, parents and students across South Florida are preparing for the year ahead. Several community events are underway to help families get the supplies they need before classes begin.

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Health officials urge mosquito precautions after dengue case confirmed in Miami-Dade County

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County on Friday notified residents and visitors of a recently confirmed locally acquired case of dengue.

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Heat advisory issued for Miami-Dade, Broward as heat index tops 105 degrees

A heat advisory is in effect on Saturday for Miami-Dade and Broward counties as dangerous heat and humidity return to South Florida to start August.

End of TPS leaves Haitians considering Canada, Holocaust survivors without longtime aides

Ending TPS protections for Haitians has stripped local home care aides of work permits and is pushing families to consider uncertain futures at the Canadian border.

Miami Gardens cop arrested on domestic assault charge in Opa-locka, attorney says

A Miami Gardens police officer was arrested Thursday after investigators said he threatened his girlfriend with a handgun during an argument in Opa-locka, allegedly choked her and later tried to persuade her not to cooperate with detectives.

OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney taking plea deal in Miami murder case

OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney is taking a plea deal in her Miami murder case, her lawyers confirmed on Friday afternoon. Specifics about the agreement weren’t immediately made available.

Early voting begins Monday in Miami-Dade County

The clock is ticking as early voting gets ready to begin for a pivotal primary election in Miami-Dade County.

Texas man arrested in Miami Beach after foster child with autism found running through traffic, police say

A Texas man was arrested Thursday in Miami Beach after police said his 12-year-old foster son, who has autism, was found running through traffic wearing only a white T-shirt and his underwear while the child’s younger sibling remained unattended in a hotel room.

2 Las Vegas women accused of shipping meth to Miami-Dade in alleged drug trafficking ring

Two Las Vegas women have been arrested and accused of being part of a drug trafficking organization that investigators say shipped multiple pounds of methamphetamine from Nevada to Miami-Dade County through the U.S. Postal Service.

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Pair accused of stealing more than $27K worth of luggage at MIA

Two men are accused of stealing more than $27,000 worth of luggage from baggage carousels at Miami International Airport, according to an arrest report from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office.

Texas man arrested in videoed attack on Bayside Hard Rock Cafe server, police say

A Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers tip led to the arrest of a Texas man in a video-recorded attack on a Hard Rock Cafe server at Bayside Marketplace in downtown Miami, according to police.

USPS carrier accused of stealing winning Florida Lottery ticket from mail, claiming prize

A United States Postal Service employee is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say she stole a winning Florida Lottery ticket from the mail and fraudulently claimed a $2,600 prize.

Cutler Bay woman accused of running unlicensed cosmetic surgery recovery home

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a woman they said operated an unlicensed cosmetic surgery recovery facility out of her home in Cutler Bay.

Miami police release surveillance video after arrest in Bay of Pigs Monument vandalism case

Miami police on Friday released surveillance video showing the moments a man allegedly vandalized the historic Bay of Pigs Monument in Little Havana, days after his arrest.

MDSO: Man hospitalized after being found with stab wound outside northwest Miami-Dade market

A man was hospitalized after he was found with an apparent stab wound to his leg outside of a northwest Miami-Dade market on Thursday, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office.

Local 10 Editorial: Early voting begins next week; get out and vote!

The election season officially begins next week.

Miami Spice returns for 25th year with new restaurants, prix-fixe menus

Miami Spice returns Friday for its 25th year, giving diners a chance to enjoy prix-fixe meals at some of South Florida’s most popular restaurants at reduced prices.

Man shot in torso in Miami, police say

A man who is about 30 years old was injured Thursday night in a shooting in Miami, authorities confirmed to Local 10 News.

‘Flesh-eating’ bacteria infections in Florida: 1 dead, 12 confirmed cases, health officials report

A patient aged 80 to 84 was the first to die this year in Florida of a confirmed Vibrio vulnificus, better known as the “flesh-eating bacteria,” infection, according to the Florida Department of Health’s data on Thursday.

Jackson Health union head fears ‘stress on the system’ from TPS-recipient job losses

Martha Baker is a registered nurse and the president of SEIU 1991, the union that represents nurses, doctors and healthcare professionals within the Jackson Health System.

Plantation photographer faces judge after post-cruise arrest on child sex abuse video charges

A well-known Plantation photographer faced a Miami federal judge on Thursday, a little less than a week after authorities said customs officers found child sexual abuse videos on his phone after he got off a cruise ship.

Ex-Miami Edison High School football player sentenced to 13 years in prison, 3-year probation

Wilkhari Jones was a Miami Edison Senior High School football player with a full Florida Memorial University scholarship when police officers arrested him about six years ago, court records show.

‘We want to win’: Dolphins’ Hafley rejects rebuild mindset after offseason overhaul

Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley pushed back against the idea that his team is entering a rebuilding phase, saying the focus remains on improvement and winning.

Miami Heat announce 2026-27 preseason schedule

The Miami Heat announced their 2026-27 preseason schedule on Thursday, a five-game slate that includes three home games at Kaseya Center.

Immigrant truck drivers train at Miami Dade College amid English proficiency crackdown

For nearly a year, federal and state agencies have been on the hunt. Tracking, checking, and targeting commercial vehicle safety violations, criminal activity, and threats to Florida’s transportation network.

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office recognizes lieutenant, physical education teacher and fugitive task force for heroic actions

The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office recognized a lieutenant, a local physical education teacher, and a specialized fugitive task force for their acts of bravery and service on Wednesday.

Inter Miami unveils Cénit 3rd kit inspired by Nu Stadium

Inter Miami CF on Thursday unveiled its new third kit, called Cénit, a design inspired by the club’s new home, Nu Stadium, and what it describes as a milestone in its growth.

Man faces felony for vandalizing Bay of Pigs monument, police say

Police in Miami arrested a 27-year-old man for allegedly vandalizing a well-known South Florida monument.

Miami-Dade County student receives FPL’s first Drones in School Scholarship

A local Miami-Dade County student was surprised with balloons, university swag, and life-changing news Wednesday night.

Multiple vehicles catch fire in southwest Miami-Dade, first responders say

Fire crews rushed to the scene of a reported vehicle fire in southwest Miami-Dade County on Thursday morning.

Video shows driver crashing into cars before plowing into North Miami bar

A driver was arrested Wednesday after crashing his work truck into five parked cars and the front of a brewing company in North Miami, authorities confirmed.

Ex-LSU football player’s mother says son needs treatment, not jail after arrest

Sharon Byrd still lights up at the mention of her son’s name.

‘Predator’ ex-pastor gets 40 years after MIA arrest reveals child exploitation online, at church

A former youth pastor who flew through South Florida in 2025 already carrying a sordid past now has a bleak future ahead of him, federal prosecutors announced on Wednesday: 40 years in federal prison.

Miami-Dade Principal of the Year receives new car

Lamar Johnson, the 2026 Miami-Dade County Public Schools Principal of the Year, received a brand-new 2026 Toyota Camry SE and a complimentary three-year lease Wednesday during a red-carpet celebration at Headquarter Toyota’s Hialeah showroom.

Miami police find meth in man’s Louis Vuitton bag after 2 car crashes, chase, cops say

A wild series of events that began with a driver blowing both a stop sign and a red light led to Miami police finding meth inside of his Louis Vuitton bag, according to an arrest report. In between all of that, police said he wrecked into two other drivers and fled officers.