Maureen Porras Wins Reelection After Doral Recount

DORAL, FL — Councilwoman Maureen Porras secured a second term on the Doral City Council after an election recount confirmed a 12-vote lead over challenger Fernanda Gomes, bringing several days of uncertainty surrounding the Seat 2 race closer to a resolution. According to the second set of unofficial results...

More Than 2,000 Booths Pack The Swap Shop In Fort Lauderdale Every Single Weekend

Some weekend plans start with a parking ticket that costs less than a cup of coffee and end with a trunk full of things nobody planned to buy. In Fort Lauderdale, that kind of Saturday has been a local habit for decades. Families who came here as kids in the...

Miami's first 'supertall' building is nearing completion. More are coming

Commuters passing from Miami Beach to the mainland on the MacArthur Causeway have in recent months seen a soon-to-be iconic building on the Miami skyline start to take shape: the Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences. The building, designed by Uruguayan-Canadian architect Carlos Ott and the architectural firm Sieger Suarez, is...

Pompano Beach sued by Costco over rejected site plan

A new lawsuit from retail giant Costco alleges the City of Pompano Beach violated its own zoning code when it rejected the retail giant's plans for a new store. The lawsuit, filed in August, says the dispute stem from a decision by the city’s planning and zoning board over Costco’s site plan in The Pomp. That’s the city's retail hub near Racetrack road and Powerline Blvd.

Miami Veteran's Day events, parades and celebrations

There's a handful of events occurring Wednesday to honor our country's veterans. The City of Miami Beach's 18th annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 11 will feature veteran and military groups, marching bands and more. ( WLRN ) The parade is set to begin at 11:11am and run along Ocean Drive. The City of Coral Gables is hosting its inaugural Coral Gables Salute to Veterans at Giralda Plaza from 9-11am. The event will feature a recognition ceremony, live music and family-friendly events. The City of Doral is hosting a Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park beginning at 9am. The city encourages the community to come together to enjoy tributes and live music. Homestead Salutes: Veterans Day Celebration at Losner Park (11am-5pm) will feature the 65th Annual Veterans Day Parade, a picnic and a concert by the South Florida Youth Symphony at the Seminole Theatre. The University of Miami is hosting its Veterans Appreciation Day event at The Rock Plaza at 10am to honor student veterans and military-connected students, plus veteran alumni, faculty and staff. On Friday, the Museum of Miami is hosting free museum day for veterans , where service members are encouraged to share a story about their service in

Yung Miami honored with her own day in Miami and receives key to the city [VIDEO]

Yung Miami receives key to Miami and her own day Yung Miami is receiving major recognition in her hometown of […] The post Yung Miami honored with her own day in Miami and receives key to the city [VIDEO] appeared first on Hip Hop Vibe .

InterContinental Miami Turns Its Lobby Into a Gallery for Miami Art Week

During Miami Art Week, InterContinental Miami hosts World of Artistry, an exhibition of 20 international painters and sculptors curated by Noel Santiesteban, running December 2 to 9 through the lobby and two ballrooms. A VIP preview opens the week, and Amani Lewis shows at Gallery 100 all December.

Neighbors question affordable housing 76-unit Fort Lauderdale project

The city says current approvals cover only the apartment building, and residents say they worry a social services facility could follow.

Baptist Health to Shutter Alton Road Clinic in Miami Beach by Spring 2027

Baptist Health South Florida plans to close its urgent care and physician practices at 709 Alton Road in Miami Beach by spring 2027, ending nearly a decade of service at the Alton Road medical complex. The leased location has offered urgent care, primary care, diagnostic imaging and physical therapy to South Beach residents since it opened. Baptist Health is now notifying affected patients about the closure and the alternative care options available to them.

Jazz in the Heights Delivers a Night of Soul

Vice Chairman Kionne McGhee’s America-N-Miami Celebration brings together thousands for an unforgettable evening honoring veterans, showcasing local talent and celebrating community. Music, community pride and emotional surprises took center stage Saturday evening as Miami-Dade County Vice Chairman Kionne L. McGhee hosted Jazz in the Heights: America-N-Miami 2026 at Zoo...

HBCU Love: FAMU’s Oliver Gilbert Wins Florida’s 24th District, Heading to Washington to Succeed Frederica Wilson

Oliver Gilbert is headed to Congress, and the Florida A&M University alumnus will represent the South Florida community that raised him. On Tuesday night, the Miami-Dade County commissioner won Florida’s 24th Congressional District over Republican Te Mayonna Brown. As a result, he will succeed longtime Rep. Frederica Wilson in Washington.

Florida Bar complaint coming against ex-Bar president, a Coral Gables attorney

The Florida Bar’s 11th Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee has found probable cause for a Bar complaint that accuses Coral Gables attorney and former Florida Bar president Roland Sanchez-Medina of 17 professional conduct violations. A formal Bar complaint should be filed with the state Supreme Court against Sanchez-Medina by Dec. 22, the notice of probable cause said. The 10-member committee, three of whom are not attorneys, found probable cause to believe that Sanchez-Medina committed 10 kinds of trust account rules violations, four kinds of conflict of interest rules violations, two kinds of general misconduct and a failure in exercising independent professional judgment. “As a practicing attorney for 34 years, a member of The Florida Bar’s Board of Governors for 10 years, and a former Bar president (2024-25), I have devoted substantial time and effort to serving our profession and promoting public confidence in our legal system,” Sanchez-Medina said in an email to the Miami Herald. “I take this matter seriously and respect The Florida Bar’s responsibility to investigate concerns about professional conduct. “I also believe it is important to reserve judgment until the disciplinary process has run its course, and I respectfully ask others to do the same.” How this is

Recount begins in race for Florida's 27th Congressional District

Democratic candidate Eliott Rodriguez demanded Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia recuse herself from the recount.

Maria Elvira Salazar projected winner of District 27 after highly contested recount

Miami Firefighters Pull Dog From Kitchen Fire, Put Him on Oxygen

A kitchen fire in Miami sent a family pet into danger on Monday, but Miami Fire Rescue crews got there in time, pulling the trapped dog from the home, treating him with oxygen and handing him back to his relieved family. Miami Fire Rescue described the response in a post...

North Dade Regional Library Renamed in Honor of Congresswoman Frederica Wilson

A longtime advocate for education, literacy and the South Florida community is receiving a special honor. Miami-Dade County has officially renamed the North Dade Regional Library the Frederica S. Wilson Regional Library, recognizing the legacy and contributions of Congresswoman Frederica Wilson. The Miami-Dade County Commission unanimously approved the resolution on...

The Miami attorney sent 435 text messages - after the restraining order

A North Miami Beach lawyer claims her psychological state after going through a hysterectomy clouded her ability to fully understand the injunction against stalking to which she agreed. An Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrest report says Ginna Arevalo understood it well enough to not send the other party 435 text messages, including one that said “Just bc I am a dangerous person who wants to harm you, your daughter, and your employees.” An Orange County jury concurred, convicting Arevalo of aggravated stalking after injunction. With that July verdict, the state Supreme Court hit Arevalo in October with a suspension from the Florida Bar. That’ll be in effect until the professional discipline case is heard by case referee Judge Ariana Fajardo Orshan. Meanwhile, Arevalo’s appealed her conviction while beginning to serve her probation that’s scheduled to run until Jan. 13, 2031. Arevalo’s been a member of the Bar since 2017 with a previously clean discipline record. READ MORE: A Broward attorney misappropriated $92,000 in divorce funds, Florida Bar says Talking and texting The affidavit for arrest warrant from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said, “On Mar. 23, 2022, the victim petitioned for an injunction against stalking after receiving approximately 15,481 texts”

289-Room Hilton Planned for Miami Beach Historic District

In Brief: Hilton Miami Beach is anticipated to open in early 2027 with 289 rooms in the city’s Museum Historic District. The property will connect five historic buildings and include three swimming pools, dining venues and rooftop and outdoor event spaces. Hilton Miami Beach is anticipated to open in...

Moss: Key Biscayne is in safe position after Amendment 3 passes

While the rest of Miami-Dade County is bracing for large service cuts following the passage of Amendment 3, incoming Mayor Brett Moss says the Village of Key Biscayne is in a safe position — at least, for now. But storm clouds could be on the horizon for County services...