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Hip-hop artist pleads guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud scheme involving North Miami Beach company
A music producer, artist and owner of a production company based in South Florida admitted to a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme this week, according to a press release from the US Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida. Rodney McClain – also known as 'Money Rod' or '$Rod' – pled guilty...
Miami building with roots going back a century reduced to charred wood and ashes
The Temple Court Apartments complex stood in the afternoon shadow of an adjacent 1920s landmark on the east bank of the Miami River, the Masonic Scottish Rite Temple. Property records show its oldest structure is four years older than its more conspicuous neighbor with the imposing Doric columns that face Northwest 3rd Street at Northwest North River Drive.
Suspect Arrested in Shooting Death of Miami Norland High School Football Coach
The Miami-Dade Police Department has arrested Lance Brian Rolle in connection with the fatal shooting of Miami Norland Senior High School football coach Keon Bernard Smith on June 3rd in Opa-locka, as reported by CBS Miami. Smith was gunned down outside his girlfriend's residence located at Northwest 132nd Street and 28th Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 12:50 a.m., shortly after which Smith was pronounced dead at the scene by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue paramedics.
‘They need us': Nonprofit Angels for Humanity works to help children in need in Haiti
Judith Joseph is the CEO and founder of Angels for Humanity, a nonprofit she started in 2016 which provides shoes, clothes, toys, and other items to children in underserved communities. She started off small in 2006, hosting toy drives for kids in Miami. “We do toy distribution for the children...
Miami apartment worker identified gunman who shot him, set fire to the building, police say
MIAMI - The man accused of shooting a worker at a Miami apartment building on Monday before setting the place ablaze appeared in court on Tuesday.Juan Figueroa, 73, is charged with attempted felony murder, first-degree arson, and use of a firearm while committing a felony. The judge ordered that he be held without bond. Monday morning, around 8:15 a.m., Miami police were called to the Temple Court Apartments complex, at 431 NW 3rd Street, regarding a massive fire at the building.When officers arrived they found Feder Biotte, an employee of the apartment complex, on the ground in front of the building...
Hypocrite Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago votes against appointment
What a openly obvious hypocrite Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago is. It’s the only thing he’s transparent about. Lago tried to block the appointment Tuesday of Javier Baños, a former commission candidate and the new publisher of Gables Insider — which he took over from Commissioner Ariel Fernandez after the latter was elected last year — to the Historic Preservation Board. After a long-winded explanation for his obviously biased and vindictive position, Baños’ appointment was ratified 4-1. Even Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson voted in favor and against the mayor.
New filing details potential changes to Miami's redistricting after lawsuit
After reaching an agreement in their redistricting lawsuit, the City of Miami and voting rights groups have asked a federal court to accept their settlement — shedding light on exact details of potential changes to the city’s charter. Local voting advocates including Grove Rights and Community Equity, Inc.,...
Miami Grapples with Flood Watch Amidst Week-Long Torrential Rainfall
Miami has been experiencing an unprecedented deluge this week, with the city's usual sunshine giving way to grey skies and torrential downpours. Following a significant rain event on Tuesday, some areas in South Florida have seen between 4 to 8 inches of accumulated rainfall, which, according to NBC Miami, has resulted in overly saturated ground and significant flooding issues.
Wednesday dining on Key Biscayne
With almost 3 inches of rain expected to fall on the island starting Tuesday, for residents looking for a reprieve, our participating #tasteofkeybiscayne restaurants are serving up some cool savings and delicious meal on this day Wednesday, June 12. CRAFT Key Biscayne. Comfort food at its best!. From light dishes...
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