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North Miami Residents Trapped by Floodwaters in Wake of Severe Weather, Call for Improved City Infrastructure
In North Miami, lingering floodwaters have become a trap for residents following severe weather conditions that devastated the area, as detailed by Local 10 News. Amid the chaos, individuals like Lidie Thurc were forced to remain inside their inundated homes, some with water levels exceeding a foot inside, the rescue came not a moment too soon for Thurc and her family, including two small children and her elderly mother. Meanwhile, neighbors such as Thomas struggle with rising waters, using sandbags in an attempt to save their properties, this according to NBC 6. Thurc shared her plight, stating, "It is not going down that much, especially in the house," in a statement obtained by Local 10 News.
Miami apartment complex that burned for hours, displaced more than 40 residents to be demolished
MIAMI - Officials with the City of Miami announced Monday that the Temple Court Apartment building complex will be demolished Tuesday morning following a massive fire that displaced more than 40 residents last week. The complex, located at 431 NW 3 Street, was partially destroyed during the blaze and "poses an imminent risk of collapse," officials said.Due to structural safety concerns, former residents will not be able to retrieve personal items.The demolition is set to begin Tuesday at 7 am.Displaced residents continue to live at a motel in Doral until more permanent housing becomes available. CBS News Miami spoke with one resident...
Miami-Dade's new mental health facility opening delays
MIAMI — There was an extraordinary hearing in Miami Federal Court this week, in which a judge grilled Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava about why a new Mental Health facility the county has been promising, still isn't open.CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.Guest: Brittany Wallman/Miami Herald Reporter
One week later, parts of South Florida still recovering from historic rainfall, flooding
HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. – Parts of South Florida still drying out after major storms last week, leaving many residents now wondering: why was the flooding so intense?. From northeast Miami-Dade County to Aventura, right up through Hallandale Beach, residents are still cleaning up. Historic rainfall ruined homes and damaged...
Over 100 Vehicles Stranded at Aventura Mall as South Florida Drivers Face Flood Aftermath
The aftermath of a massive rain event has left its mark on Aventura, Florida, rendering roadways impassable and vehicles inoperable. According to a report by WSVN, Aventura Mall has been transformed into an unintended depot for damaged cars, as over 100 vehicles remain stranded in its parking lot following the severe flooding that swamped the region.
Miami is the worst city in the U.S. to get a good night's sleep, study shows
Miami is the worst city in the United States to get a good night's sleep, according to a new ranking analyzed by the Florida Daily, a leading fungi retailer. The study analyzed average noise levels for the country's main cities using data by ArcGIS and people's exposure to them. It then ranked them from highest average decibel rating to lowest, with the Florida city leading the pack. Boston and New York City completed the top three.
Miami to Host Florida's Tallest Building with Record-Breaking $668 Million Construction Loan
In a city no stranger to towering structures, Miami is set to erect a record-breaker. Poised to become Florida's loftiest building, the Waldorf Astoria tower has obtained a construction loan that sets a new benchmark for the state. The whopping $668 million financing deal was secured, marking the highest amount loaned for a construction project in Florida's history. The announcement comes from a South Florida Business Journal report, which attributes the financing to the investments by a billionaire's company partnered with a regional bank – known for having a significant commercial real estate portfolio.
Miami Leaders and Community Rally to Erase Antisemitic Vandalism at Local Bagel Shop
In what marked the fourth act of vandalism in nearly eight months, the Holy Bagels & Pizzeria in downtown Miami was once again defaced with antisemitic graffiti. City leaders, including Mayor Francis Suarez, Federal Judge Roy Altman, and Commissioner Manolo Reyes, displayed their solidarity on Monday by donning gloves to help scrub away the hate. The act was caught on surveillance video and took place early Sunday morning. According to WSVN, the mayor stated, "Graffiti is not acceptable anywhere, it’s against the law, but in particular when it’s hateful and meant to offend a particular community, one that is a big part of our city."
Kendall HOA group hosts Miami-Dade mayoral forum — sans incumbent mayor
Property appraiser, commission wannabes will also speak at KFHA event. Now that all the candidates are set with last week’s final qualifications, the Kendall Federation of Homeowners Associations will have the first candidate forum this Thursday with at least four of the seven Miami-Dade mayoral candidates on the Aug. 20 ballot. But probably not the incumbent alcaldesa.
Rebirth of Chapman Field is Bright Spot for County
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Back when my grown sons were boys, we spent most of our days at Chapman Field. Between football and baseball, we were out there in the dirt every day. We were either practicing or playing a game. I coached lots of teams and lived for the competition. Those are great memories.
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