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Miami Herald

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You know a cold front has hit the South when these 5 things happen

When chilly weather moves through the coastal South , locals usually fall into one of two camps: those who cannot stand the cold, and those who cannot wait to break out their one pair of boots. Either way, a drop in temperature always causes a stir throughout the region, and sometimes bizarre behavior. Here are five signs the coastal South is going through a cold front. Shorts and puffer jackets Unlike folks up north who are used to bundling up, many Southerners don't know how to dress for chilly temperatures. Which is why you might see some odd combinations of warm and cold weather clothing - like socks and flip-flops or shorts and puffer jackets. Falling iguanas THUMP! Floridians know the familiar sound of frozen iguanas falling out of trees. These pervasive reptiles are a common sight, especially in South Florida, and when temperatures drop below 50˚F, they become stunned by the cold, and can drop to the ground. While they may look dead, this is a temporary condition and they will almost always come back as temperatures warm up. Using every blanket in the house to cover outdoor plants There might not be sheets on the bed, but at

Miami Metropolitan Area, FL · 1d

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Nearly 30 Kids Set to Join Forever Families at Palm Beach, Broward Adoption Day

Palm Beach County Courthouse — Venue for Palm Beach Adoption Day. Nine children will join eight families in Palm Beach County and 20 more are expected to find permanent homes in Broward County this month, as courthouses in both counties host National Adoption Day ceremonies finalizing nearly 30 adoptions. Among the Broward cases, two siblings will be adopted together by a couple named Harvey and Marc, allowing the children to stay together rather than be separated.

Palm Beach County, FL · 1d
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Man in critical condition after being pulled from burning home in Liberty City

A man is fighting for his life after being pulled from a burning home Tuesday in Liberty City. Miami Fire-Rescue said crews responded at around 4 p.m. to a home along Northeast 63rd Street and got reports that someone was trapped inside. Crews found a man in the back of...

Miami, FL · 23h
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JLL Arranges $32.5 Million Sale of Arena Shops in North Miami, Florida

North Miami, Fla. — JLL Capital Markets has arranged the $32.5 million sale of Arena Shops, a 37,135-square-foot retail center located in North Miami. The fully leased property is anchored by Total Wine & More and features a mix of additional tenants such as Chipotle Mexican Grill, T-Mobile and Tatore Miami. Arena Shops is situated adjacent to the $4 billion SoLē Mia mixed-use development.

North Miami, FL · 12h
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Pipefitter is new voice of Boston’s Logan International Airport

He was banned from Delta Air Lines as a child for pushing the flight attendant's call button too many times. Now, Delta customers -- and other customers -- at Boston's airport will hear his voice over the public address system.

Boston, MA · 1d

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Women arrested for egging on fight on Broward school bus, deputies say

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. — Three women are facing charges in connection with a Broward school bus fight. According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, the three women didn’t touch anybody, but egged on a fight that was already happening. They faced a judge on Wednesday. Tikkitress Deary, 22,...

Deerfield Beach, FL · 4h

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Argument between 2 men leads to report of possible shooting, Fort Lauderdale police say

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla — Fort Lauderdale police responded to a home Tuesday morning following a ShotSpotter alert and reports of a possible shooting, but investigators said they found no evidence that a shooting occurred. According to the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of...

Fort Lauderdale, FL · 1d

Miami New Times

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Popular Coral Gables restaurant briefly shut down after health inspection

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. A Coral Gables staple is facing online criticism following a failed health...

Coral Gables, FL · 12h

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After 27 years, Barnes & Noble at Sunset Place confirms it will close its doors in January

Last year, we shed a collective tear when the Barnes & Noble in West Kendall closed its doors after three decades. Now, another one of our beloved literary spots is turning its final page. Barnes & Noble announced it will close its location at The Shops at Sunset Place on...

Miami, FL · 22h

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Aman Group Unveils 1,049-Foot ATMA Miami Supertall Designed By SHoP Architects In Brickell

Aman Group has announced the launch of ATMA, a new hospitality and residential brand that will debut with a 1,049-foot-tall supertall skyscraper at 1111 Brickell Bay Drive in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood. Known as ATMA Miami, the development will feature a hotel, branded residences, a private members’ club, and extensive wellness and recreational facilities. The project is being developed by OKO Group and Oak Row Equities, with architecture by SHoP Architects and interiors by Studio Paolo Ferrari. Completion is scheduled for 2031.

Miami, FL · 14h

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Forest Glen Teacher Makes Heartfelt Plea to School Board: ‘Please Keep Our School Open’

I am the art teacher at Forest Glen Middle School, and I am writing to you with a heavy heart. I am asking you, from the bottom of my heart, to keep our school open. Becoming a teacher was the hardest and most meaningful thing I have ever done. I was a stay-at-home mom, and the road to the classroom took determination and sacrifice. I began at a charter school teaching Business because they gave me my first chance. I earned and hold FLDOE certifications in Business Education 6-12 and Marketing Education 6-12, but my heart was always set on Art Education.

Broward County, FL · 1d

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FWC officers find missing South Florida man during Manatee County patrol, reunite him with family

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said a routine traffic stop in Manatee County helped safely reunite a missing elderly Broward County man with his family in Okeechobee County. While patrolling State Road 70 East, FWC Officers Martin Estrada and Matthew Johnston said they...

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Developer Proposes High-Rise Mixed-Income Project for 1771 West Ave, Miami Beach

A Miami-based developer has proposed what would be Sunset Harbour’s second community under the Live Local Act. EOS Wellness Real Estate Miami, LLC wants to proceed with a high-rise tower that would host 44 units: 18 workforce housing units and 26 market-rate apartments. The workforce units would be available to households earning at or below 120 percent of the area median income and range from studio to two-bedroom units. The remaining apartments would be more expansive, with some featuring four bedrooms.

Miami Beach, FL · 14h

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Regatta Restaurant Planned for Miami International Airport’s Concourse G

A new dining concept called Regatta is in the works at Miami International Airport. The proposed restaurant, listed as Regatta – MIA, is planned for 2100 NW 11th Lane, inside the airport’s Concourse G departure area in Miami, Florida, 33122. According to records from the Florida Department of...

Miami, FL · 15h

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Big Joe Smash Burgers Plans Second Miami Beach Location

Burger fans in Miami Beach may soon have another spot to add to their list. Big Joe Smash Burgers is planning a second city location at 1346 Washington Avenue. This is according to a city filing this month. The business already operates at 6987 Collins Avenue in North Beach, where it has built its menu around smash burgers made with Certified Angus beef. The restaurant’s approach involves pressing the beef onto a hot cooking surface to create crisp edges while keeping the center juicy.

Miami Beach, FL · 10h

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Supa Steakhouse & Lounge Plans New Location in Lauderdale Lakes

A new dining and entertainment concept called Supa Steakhouse & Lounge is in the works in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida. The proposed establishment is planned for 4220 N. State Road 7, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the project was filed under the name Supa Steakhouse & Lounge and is currently listed as in process.

Lauderdale Lakes, FL · 14h

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Bal Harbour Shops Debuts Expansion

Bal Harbour Shops has opened a 200,000-square-foot expansion, adding retail and dining space to the luxury shopping center as its owner pursues a separate mixed-use development with hundreds of apartments and a hotel. The S. Florida Business Journal reports that the Whitman Family Development, which owns and operates the property...

Bal Harbour, FL · 1d

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Construction Starts on Nine-Story Mixed-Use Building at 1546 S.W. 27th Ave, Miami, Florida

An affiliate of Habitus Capital is moving forward with a mixed-use venture in Miami-Dade County’s Coral Gate neighborhood. Developer Habitus Coral Gate RFII-B LLC has started construction on a nine-story building set to occupy a 19,712-square-foot site. It formerly hosted a shopping plaza that has since been demolished. The firm acquired the parcel for $4 million in 2023.

Miami, FL · 15h

Deb Kowalski

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Your underwater pool light could pose a shock hazard. Here’s how to check for a recall

In April 2014, faulty wiring electrified a family’s pool in North Miami. Seven-year-old Calder Sloan died. Underwater lights are a source of electricity around pools. For a Florida homeowner worried about a recall, the way forward is to match the light’s exact identifying details to a recall notice—not just a picture or a similar product name—and follow that notice’s instructions if it applies.

North Miami, FL · 23h

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Miami Veterans Can Access $50 Million in Down Payment Aid through Hometown Heroes

Miami-Dade workers and veterans can apply for Hometown Heroes' $50M down payment and closing-cost aid for eligible first-time buyers.

Florida · 7h