'I hate that bill,' governor-elect Byron Donalds told Board of Governors

From having up-front views on a controversial college sports bill to pushing for the economic mobility of students, Florida governor-elect Byron Donalds is making it clear where he stands on issues affecting the state's higher education landscape. He delivered a keynote address at the Florida Board of Governors' Trustee Summit Nov. 12 on Florida International University's campus in Miami, where he focused on what he thinks are the responsibilities of the State University System (SUS). But what he appeared to be most candid about during his remarks were his views on the Protect College Sports Act (PCSA) . In a question-and-answer segment of his address, someone asked about his thoughts on how universities should be handling PCSA, which is a federal bill passed by the U.S. Senate that creates a single nationwide rulebook for college athletics. The bill has moved to the House. Speaking frankly, Donalds said, "I hate that bill." "I don't like it, I'm not a fan of it," Donalds said, adding that he believes it puts Florida at a disadvantage. "I think athletes deserve to be compensated for the amount of work that they do." While he said he's made his position on the bill known to

3 arrested after 13 shots fired into home in Miami, cops say

Three suspects were arrested after 13 shots were fired at a home in Miami, authorities said. Tanyiah Jones, 21, and Jamarea Harris, 21, were both charged with attempted murder with a deadly weapon, while James Williams, 21, was charged with attempted murder with a deadly weapon and tampering with physical evidence while armed.

Miami Gardens mom jailed after 9-year-old calls 911 to say ‘he was hungry,’ cops say

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — After a 9-year-old boy briefly called 911 to say “he was hungry,” Miami Gardens police said they discovered that he and his 6-year-old sister were home alone with no readily-available food. They weren’t enrolled in school either, authorities said. Their mother is...

Miami Hurricanes Make Exciting Announcement About Rueben Bain Jr. Coming Home

The Miami Hurricanes are bringing Rueben Bain Jr. back to Hard Rock Stadium, giving fans another reason to arrive ready for Saturday’s game. The program announced that its former defensive standout will sound the Hurricane Siren. “Bain. Is. BACK,” Miami’s football account posted on X. “We’re excited to welcome...

The Underline's bike and walk trail is complete. It's named after a billionaire

Nearly eight years after groundbreaking, The Underline is celebrating a new milestone: the completion of its 10-mile, bike-and-walk path, named after a buzzy billionaire whose moniker seems to be taking over Miami. The Kenneth C. Griffin Urban Trail is the latest installment of the 120-acre urban park, which runs under Metrorail tracks and has been under construction since 2018. The stretch, which runs from Brickell to Dadeland, combines pedestrian and cycling trails with micro-forests, jungle gyms, public art and wellness classes. Some of those amenities remain under construction, according to Underline officials, who say the park will reach its finished form in early 2027. For now, cyclists and runners can enjoy an uninterrupted trek along the corridor sans dust, bright orange traffic cones or safety barricades. It was “some crazy idea that took this underutilized, forgotten space and turned it into something that is truly iconic,” said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava at Thursday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for the trail in Coral Gables. She was joined by county parks and transportation leaders, officials from the cities of Miami and Coral Gables, South Florida philanthropists, nonprofit Friends of The Underline and dozens of the park’s team members. “I hope that it

Miami Hurricanes Share Malachi Toney News After Notre Dame Loss

Malachi Toney’s injury will sideline him for the near future, and Miami publicized a new development involving the star receiver.

‘Wait Until They Realize They Make 40% Less Than NYC’: Florida Newcomer Faces Backlash After Saying an Apartment in the State Is Cheaper Than in New York

There are many things that may set off the alarms of some people living in a specific city, yet one that really makes people turn their heads, raise their eyebrows, and even gasp is when someone says something that isn’t entirely true. To give you a quick example, one person on social media claimed that living in Miami, Florida, might be cheaper and more comfortable than in New York. What that person was not expecting was a wave of backlash, as those who live in the city think that it is much worse.

An Ordinary Drive Down the Street in GTA 6 Has Social Media Confused — Players Can't Tell the Game From Real Miami

On November 11, the popular local outlet ONLY in DADE, which covers news from Miami-Dade County, posted a short video on Instagram. The camera looks out from inside a car as it slowly drives down a sunny street past pastel facades, palm trees, cafés with awnings and passersby. A sports car in pink-and-teal camo is parked by the curb. Nothing special: just an ordinary evening in Miami.

Central Park rape suspect found working at unexpected job in Florida

A man accused of sexually assaulting three women in New York's Central Park over five years has been arrested more than 1,000 miles away in Florida. FOX 5 New York reports Dereck Rivera-Deleon, 30, was taken into custody Tuesday in Miami Beach with help from the U.S. Marshals Service. Police...

El Niño to alter 'normal' South Florida winter, bring higher risk of severe weather

A "very strong" El Niño will alter the "normal" weather during winter and dry season across South Florida , according to the National Weather Service Office Miami-South Florida . A "wetter and stormier than normal" dry season is expected this year in South Florida, according to a Nov. 3 seasonal outlook posted by the NWS Miami-South Florida. El Niño conditions are expected to persist through "most of the dry season, with a high likelihood of a strong to very strong El Niño through March 2027." In South Florida, a higher risk of severe wind and tornado events is expected, especially from January through April, along with a higher risk of "strong to violent tornadoes." Above-normal precipitation is also likely following a dry summer, as well as an "above normal" number of flood events. Drought conditions should improve, "with removal likely by January." South Florida saw 'unusually' hot, dry summer South Florida saw an "unusually" hot summer with below-average precipitation , according to the NWS. Several areas experienced some of their driest summers on record. "Relatively low rainfall values placed many sites among the top 10 driest summer seasons on record, and came at the heels of a dry spring," read

Miami-Dade man facing murder charge after victim found deceased at Gibson Park, cops say

MIAMI — A 45-year-old South Florida man is facing a murder charge after a woman was found dead at Gibson Park in Miami last week. According to the Miami Police Department, officers and rescue crews responded to the park around 6:45 p.m. on Nov. 4 after receiving reports of an unresponsive woman.

At least 8 injured in Florida's Turnpike crash in southwest Miami-Dade, FHP says

The crash, the FHP said, involved a black SUV and a white work van.

Beloved Miami burger spot to close after losing downtown home

From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Miami one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. Another beloved Miami burger spot is saying goodbye to its home. Coney...

Crossing guard airlifted after being hit outside school, MDSO says

Miami Beach commissioner proposes cuts to work perks to offset Amendment 3 losses

A Miami Beach commissioner is proposing to cut elected officials' stipends and reform their pensions to offset projected millions in Amendment 3 losses, while the mayor says he already opposes such perks and insists city finances remain strong.

Man charged in 2025 fatal motorcycle crash arrested again after hurting senior in hit-and-run: Cops

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — A 25-year-old man who was out on felony bond for a 2025 vehicular homicide case involving the death of an 18-year-old woman was arrested again after allegedly striking a 75-year-old woman with his car in a Miami Gardens parking lot and leaving the scene, according to an arrest report obtained by Local 10 News on Thursday.

Mother of 18-year-old hit-and-run victim pleads for help as MDSO search for driver

Steffany Medina was struck around 4 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, near the intersection of Southwest 296th Street and Southwest 153rd Court, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.

Expectations for Kyle McCord in Miami

Expectations for Kyle McCord's Miami debut on CBS Sports HQ.

Florida Weather Shift Today: Cold Front Brings Fall-Like Weekend Nov 14-15

A strong cold front crosses South Florida Friday, bringing cooler temperatures and drier weekend weather.