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Tens of thousands of Music Midtown festivalgoers are no longer going to descend on Atlanta’s massive Piedmont Park next month to cheer on hip-hop star Future or watch beloved rock band My Chemical Romance take the stage. In fact, some people are convinced Atlanta — center of the nation’s hip-hop music scene — will lose more music festivals and performances on public land as organizers and artists learn that state law makes it nearly impossible for them to stop people from carrying guns among the alcohol-fueled crowds. Live Nation has refused to say why it recently called off September’s Music Midtown, a longtime fixture for pop music lovers.

A fugitive child rape suspect who beat up two Midtown cops trying to arrest him is finally in handcuffs — and he’s all smiles. Isaiah Metz, wanted for raping twin 4-year-old girls in Pennsylvania, had a wide grin on his face as police led him in handcuffs out of the Midtown South precinct stationhouse in Manhattan Wednesday to appear in court. Early Tuesday morning, Metz assaulted two officers ...

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Dog poop helped officers to identify an armed robber on Monday night in Miami, police said.

Police said Saturday night that all the people taken hostage at a Colleyville, Texas, synagouge are safe and the hostage-taker is "deceased." Watch the local police and FBI give an update after the hourslong standoff ended.

We’re six episodes into the reboot of “Sex and the City” series called “And Just Like That,” and after a bit of a rough start, the new show is finally starting to feel like the show that viewers fell in love with over 20 years ago.

Michaela Cuomo-Kennedy, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's daughter, shared the Substack post, which called his sexual-assault allegations a "PR offensive."

Miami police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Wednesday morning in Midtown, leaving two women injured.

JPMorgan plans to buy a majority stake of close to 75% in Volkswagen's payments business.

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Several shootings over the past week, which has been marred by gun violence, took place in the City of Miami.

This is leading newcomers, developers, and investors hoping to open businesses to head north to Buena Vista, or, out west. But what’s out west? It’s an area of Miami-Dade County called Allapattah, and developers are already hoping to transform the neighborhood into a cultural destination.

There's a silver lining to all those empty storefronts in New York City: Some business owners are snagging prime Manhattan locations ahead of the Great Reopening.

Pedestrians pass in front of a Nordstrom Inc. store in the Midtown neighborhood of New York, on March 20, 2020. High-end retail stocks have made strong gains in recent months, and recent trading activity could be signaling more upside on the horizon, CNBC's Jim Cramer said Tuesday. Lang, the founder of ExplosiveOptions.net and a contributor to TheStreet.com, is a trusted technician that Cramer relies on to get a read on the state of the market. Cramer noted last year was the biggest period of retail failures in history, as coronavirus lockdowns and restrictions put a dent in the brick-and-mortar retail landscape. "This whole group was running out of gas a couple weeks ago, then Congress agreed to pump $2 trillion in [the economy] and now they're looking at another leg higher," Cramer said.

New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo (L) and running mate Lt. Gov. New York Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul — who would take power if Gov. Andrew Cuomo were to resign — said Tuesday she is "confident" women who have accused Cuomo of sexual harassment "will be heard and taken seriously" in an ongoing investigation. The complaint by that woman, who was not identified, has been sent to James' office, according to the Times Union.

(AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)MIAMI, Fla. – Restaurant owners all across the City of Miami can breathe a sigh of relief. Commissioner Ken Russell sponsored the bill that will bring some financial relief to hard hit restaurants in the Brickell, Coconut Grove and Midtown areas, where sidewalk cafes are popular. Sidewalk fees can range anywhere from $3,000 to $20,000 annually. Sidewalk cafes have increased in popularity over the last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurant owners, who want to add sidewalk tables, now will be able to do so and will not be charged.

FedEx Ground CEO Henry Maier is retiring from the Memphis-based logistics giant after 35 years and will be replaced with FedEx's top freight executive, the company said on Tuesday. Maier has been the leading executive at FedEx Ground, which is responsible for the company's e-commerce shipments, since June 2013. "Under his leadership, FedEx Ground revenue has more than doubled, with a focus on automation and speed as distinct competitive advantages." Incoming FedEx Ground CEO Smith joined FedEx in 2000 and has since served in various leadership positions at the company's freight division, according to the statement. "I have full confidence that under his leadership, FedEx Ground will continue to grow profitably and offer our customers the best commercial and e-commerce solutions in the industry."

Pedestrians pass in front of a Nordstrom Inc. store in the Midtown neighborhood of New York, on March 20, 2020. Check out the companies making headlines after the bell Wednesday:Nordstrom — The retailer's stock fell more than 3% after the retailer said its holiday period sales dropped 22% on a year-over-year basis. Ethan Allen — Shares of the furniture company rose 4.8% on the back better-than-expected earnings guidance for the fiscal second quarter. Ethan Allen said it expects earnings per share to range between 67 cents per share and 69 cents per share, topping a FactSet estimate of 46 cents per share. The company said full-year 2020 sales ranged between $336.1 million and $337.5 million.

Tim Clayton - Corbis | Corbis Sport | Getty ImagesSINGAPORE — While there's "nothing new" to sustainable investing, technology has made it easier to state the financial case for considering non-financial metrics, according to JPMorgan. "The amount of data that we're able to leverage as investors to help the dialogue that we have with companies is more than ever," said Jennifer Wu, the bank's global head of sustainable investing, during a panel session at Singapore's FinTech Festival. Jennifer Wu, JPMorgan's global head of sustainable investing. "The policy environment matters a lot here," fellow panelist Elsa Palanza, Barclays' global head of sustainability and ESG, said. Jennifer Wu global head of sustainable investing, JPMorgan

Over the past few months, South Florida’s popular seafood shack has slowly reopened their Brickell, South Beach and Midtown outpost and South Miami will reopen this Monday, November 16th. To help celebrate, the first 50 customers will receive a free Avocado Toast [on November 16th]. – November 22nd, South Miami locals can enjoy the BOGO deal on options varying from a Ceviche Bowl, Burrito Bowl and Poke Bowl redeemable for in-store purchase or through takeout and delivery on the My Ceviche App. Founder of My Ceviche, Roger Duarte shared, “After much demand, we are thrilled to reopen South Miami and my third baby. My Ceviche South Miami is located at 5900 SW 73rd St, South Miami, FL 33143.

Over the past few months, South Florida’s popular seafood shack has slowly reopened their Brickell, South Beach and Midtown outpost and South Miami will reopen this Monday, November 16th. To help celebrate, the first 50 customers will receive a free Avocado Toast [on November 16th]. – November 22nd, South Miami locals can enjoy the BOGO deal on options varying from a Ceviche Bowl, Burrito Bowl and Poke Bowl redeemable for in-store purchase or through takeout and delivery on the My Ceviche App. Founder of My Ceviche, Roger Duarte shared, “After much demand, we are thrilled to reopen South Miami and my third baby. My Ceviche South Miami is located at 5900 SW 73rd St, South Miami, FL 33143.

Edgewater-Midtown tower residences win Miami’s backingWritten by John Charles Robbins on October 21, 2020AdvertisementA mixed-use residential development is being proposed for the area where Edgewater meets Midtown in the City of Miami, and not far from Wynwood. The project by developer 908 Group Holdings LLC was recently reviewed by the city’s Urban Development Review Board and unanimously recommended for approval. The entire building would be 198,572 square feet and include a parking pedestal to hold up to 177 vehicles. The plan also calls for 4,600 square feet of commercial-retail space. Miami 21 zoning requires at least 10% open space, or 2,680 square feet, but the developer is planning on 24.3% or 6,525 square feet open.

MIAMI As some in the community mourn the death of George Floyd and protest police brutality, a witness said a man was playing Martin Luther Kings I Have A Dream speech loudly Thursday evening in Miami. Two men attacked him at a park in the heart of Miamis Midtown neighborhood, according to the Miami Police Department. It is freedom of speech and he has every right to peacefully say his opinion or broadcast whatever he wants, said Barbara Ortiz, who witnessed the attack. Delva said the two men approached the victim at the park. The victim, who was bleeding, also went into the restaurant, witnesses said.

Published: May 15, 2020, 12:16 am Updated: May 15, 2020, 12:32 amMIAMI – Alex Alvarez said she is living a nightmare. She first described Yard 8 Midtown as comfortable and modern. This is a picture of the blue 2015 Polaris Slingshot, Florida tag MJDE12, recently stolen from the garage at Yard 8 Midtown in Miami. (Local 10 News Share)Alvarez said about 9:10 p.m. on May 11, a pair of burglars stole a blue 2015 Polaris Slingshot, Florida tag MJDE12, that belongs to her and her husband. Surveillance video shows the burglars were in a silver Mercedes-Benz with a black bike rack.

The coronavirus pandemic is sure to leave many lasting effects on the retail industry, including bankruptcies, store closures and layoffs. It could also mean a healthy fraction of consumer demand for clothes and shoes is lost forever, according to one analyst. Five percent to 10% of pre-Covid-19 demand could be decimated permanently, as "lost store volume can't entirely be made up online," Wells Fargo retail analyst Ike Boruchow said in a note to clients Wednesday. However, he said, the pandemic has likely impaired consumer demand for apparel and footwear, longer-term. Retailers that have had their stores shut for weeks because of the virus have been trying to make up for that lost traffic via their websites.

Pedestrians pass in front of a Nordstrom Inc. store in the Midtown neighborhood of New York, on March 20, 2020. Apparel retailer Nordstrom said on Tuesday it would close 16 stores and restructure its operations in an effort to cut costs and weather the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The company is restructuring its regions, support roles and corporate organization, which will save $150 million in costs, it said in a statement. The retailer will also incur non-cash impairment charges associated with the store closures. In March, Nordstorm had suspended its quarterly dividend and pulled its 2020 outlook.

Macy's is planning to reopen 68 stores Monday in states including South Carolina and Georgia, where coronavirus restrictions are easing. Macy's, which also owns Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury, said it has been offering curbside pickup at about 20 Macy's locations for the past week in a bid to drive some sales. The 68 Macy's stores will be operating on reduced hours, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. About a quarter of them are in Simon Property Group's malls. All of Macy's stores have been shut since March 18. It plans to used a phased-in approach to bring shoppers back to stores, and it will provide gloves and masks to store workers.

Many mid-sized retailers do not qualify for programs the government has begun to roll out to save ailing companies. Now, the Treasury Department must decide whether the risk of the industry toppling is worth putting taxpayer money where many others would not. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has shown little appetite for risk and losses , even as he attempts to support a cratering economy. The retail industry is the largest private-sector employer, providing jobs for 29 million people, according to the NRF. Broader challenges facing the retail industry changing shopping habits, excess store footprints, bigger chains that compete on rock bottom prices aren't going away.

A "Temporarily Closed" sign hangs in the window of Nordstrom Inc. store in the Midtown neighborhood of New York, U.S., on Friday, March 20, 2020. Nordstrom said its financial situation could become distressed if its stores stay dark for much longer because of COVID-19. Nordstrom has already taken a number of measures to cut costs and raise additional liquidity, as have many other retailers. "While the Company continues to generate sales and clear excess inventory by fulfilling customer online orders from both its physical stores and its fulfillment centers, we are uncertain when we will be able to reopen our physical stores to customers," Nordstrom said Wednesday. J.C. Penney and Nordstrom fared a bit better and have enough cash to last eight months with their stores closed, Cowen said.

The company said it expects revenue for its first quarter in the range of $269 million to $272 million. Average consensus estimates according to Refinitiv was $267 million, but this included many estimates that have not been updated since the coronavirus pandemic began. American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Air Group Airline stocks rose on Wednesday amid hope the U.S. could start to turn a corner on the coronavirus outbreak. Shares of American Airlines rose more than 7%, United surged nearly 10% and Southwest Airlines popped 2.3%. Wynn Resorts, MGM Resorts Shares of Wynn Resorts and MGM Resorts gained 10% and 9%, respectively, as casinos came back from the brutal sell-off triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – As the sun sets over Lincoln Road on Thursday in South Beach, there was an eerie sight. Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez has been gradually shutting down the local economy to help stop the spread of COVID-19, a deadly respiratory illness that has killed nine people in Florida. The austere new measure is devastating to Tony Lockhart, who owns to beauty salons in Miami-Dade County. She doesn’t know if she will be able to open the businesses again after the pandemic is under control. On Thursday night, the Florida Department of Health reported the Centers for Disease Control and Protection confirmed 101 cases in Miami-Dade County and 96 cases in Broward County.

But if clean food isn't enough, customers can also get a boost from vitamins delivered intravenously at the NutriDrip bar. The service is growing in popularity and attracting customers from fitness and lifestyle companies like Equinox to some major hotel chains. NutriDrip sells 15 vitamin infusions administered by medical professionals via an IV drip that takes about 30 minutes. Founded five years ago, NutriDrip is looking to expand in 2020 with a Series A funding round in the first half of this year. One of its new corporate clients is Wynn Hotel will be offering NutriDrip IV drips to its guests in Las Vegas in early 2020.

For years, Miami diners have known Timon Balloo as the partner of the slick and sexy Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill in Midtown. "Yesterday was Sunday and the restaurant was closed, but I found myself wanting to go to my own restaurant to eat my own food," he says. The chef's eponymous restaurant, Balloo, opened Wednesday, November 20, inside the historic Ingraham Building in downtown Miami. Says Chef Balloo: "Miami represents me. I cut my culinary teeth in Miami, and all I wanted to do was come home with this restaurant."

On Friday, November 1st, my office hosted two Sunshine Meetings at Miami City Hall to discuss the potential of bringing Tri-Rail to the areas of Poinciana Park, Liberty City, Lemon City, and Midtown. Others present included the executive director of the Wynwood BID (Business Improvement District) and owners of property in Wynwood, Midtown, and Lemon City. Let me explain why these three neighborhoods are interested in a using the Tri-Rail line for a commuter train. Buttressed by that deal, it becomes a fait accompli that residents of Lemon City, Little Haiti, Liberty City and Hialeah are now connected by rail to downtown Miami. It is time for the county to learn from the city how to do public transit.