Poll: Miami-Dade Commissioner Eileen Higgins shows early lead in Miami mayoral race
A new poll this week shows Miami-Dade County Commissioner Eileen Higgins emerging as the early frontrunner in the race for City of Miami mayor. The survey, conducted July 27–Aug. 1 by MDW Communications found Higgins with the highest name recognition among declared and rumored candidates — 74% — and a net +18...
Where did The Shark go? Miami rock radio station following the trend
Where has The Shark jumped and what will alternative rock fans do now that the station has abruptly switched formats to sports talk? Beginning immediately, all sports programming on WQAM 560 will be simulcast on Audacy-owned sister station 104.3 FM, which switches formats from alternative rock music to sports, Miami...
8 beloved Miami restaurants abruptly close in a matter of days as Florida tourism...
Miami is having a rough Summer – and unfortunately, local restaurants are absolutely taking it on the chin. International tourism is down – Miami-Dade reports international travelers declined about 4%…
Catholic Church cleared to hold Mass at Alligator Alcatraz after months of waiting
MIAMI — After months of requesting permission to hold religious services at Florida’s controversial detention center for migrants in the Everglades, the Archdiocese of Miami finally got an answer. “I am pleased that our request to provide for the pastoral care of the detainees has been accommodated,” said...
Black law enforcement leaders gather in South Florida for national NOBLE conference
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Despite heavy rain that canceled a planned memorial march, hundreds of Black law enforcement officers from across the country gathered in South Florida on Saturday to kick off the 49th annual conference of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, also known as NOBLE.
Scattered showers, storms to hit South Florida. See timeline
It is already a soggy start to our Saturday with showers rolling across parts of South Florida
North Lauderdale commissioners triple salaries ahead of state oversight visit
NORTH LAUDERDALE, Fla. — North Lauderdale city commissioners are facing public backlash after voting to triple their own salaries — just days before a newly formed state oversight team arrived in Broward County to scrutinize local government spending. The 4-1 vote came during a commission meeting on July...
Meet Broward County Animal Care’s Pets of the Week: Onyx and Ruckus
Broward County Animal Care is shining a spotlight on two special dogs looking for loving homes: Onyx, an affectionate senior with plenty of pep, and Ruckus, a playful pup with a big heart and unique needs. Onyx (A2416871) is an 8-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix who came to the shelter...
Dog rescued from Florida canal reunited with family after missing nearly 7 years
Bella is one lucky German shepherd; her story has the most positive turns and a happily ever after ending. On August 5, Bella was pulled from a Fort Lauderdale canal by the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue. Neighbors had spotted the dog running loose for the last few days and then desperately clinging to the edge of the...
Boynton Beach school security guard inappropriately touched student, 14: Sheriff
A security guard at a Boynton Beach school was arrested after he allegedly inappropriately touched a 14-year-old student, authorities said. Jamar Agard, 31, was arrested Wednesday on a charge of engaging in lewd conduct with a student by an authority figure, Palm Beach Sheriff's Office officials said. Authorities...
