Cuban-American influencer Alex Otaola facing defamation suit by ex-ally
Alex Otaola, a popular Trumpian, anti-communist influencer behind a recall petition against Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, allegedly orchestrated and amplified a smear campaign against a former ally who bankrolled his rise to fame. In a December defamation lawsuit filed in Miami-Dade Circuit Court, Armando...
Wild Scene As Miami Airport Completely Evacuated Thousands Of People Over ‘Suspicious Package’
A scary situation unfolded in Miami. On Sunday, thousands of travelers at Miami International Airport were forced to evacuate without being told why. According to local news, a mysterious unattended luggage prompted authorities to evacuate the airport. Via Local 10 News An unattended piece of luggage prompted an...
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea boxer and gym owner’s body found in canal: BSO
The body of a Lauderdale-by-the-Sea boxer and gym owner was found in a canal after he was reported missing, deputies said. According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, a missing persons alert was issued on Saturday for 35-year-old Johnathan Scibica after he was seen leaving Cheers Bar at 941 E Cypress Creek Road in...
Man shot outside West Park gentlemen’s club, BSO says
The Broward Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation outside a club in West Park early Monday morning.
Rape of student reported on campus of Florida Memorial University, police say
A Florida Memorial University student reported she was raped on campus early Sunday , according to the Miami Gardens Police Department. The sexual battery was first reported by CBS4 News Miami , the Miami Herald’s news partner. Miami Gardens police responded shortly after 7 a.m. to a sexual battery on the Florida...
Hialeah mayor slams Netflix for misrepresenting city in The Rip, explores legal action
HIALEAH, Fla. (CBS12) — Hialeah’s mayor is slamming Netflix for a defamatory portrayal in Netflix's The Rip, noting the film’s $24 million crime plot actually transpired in Miami Lakes. The new Netflix movie stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck and is inspired by a $24 million cash...
Miami-Dade firefighter Andrew Brandon remembered at celebration of life
MIAMI — Family, friends and fellow firefighters gathered Sunday to honor Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighter Andrew Brandon, remembering his service and the impact he had on those around him. A procession formed outside as Brandon’s casket was brought inside, marking a celebration of life filled with emotion and...
Woman confronted by police after Facebook post demands investigation
Raquel Pacheco said she has "hope" after seeing the worldwide reaction to the video she posted of two Miami Beach police detectives showing up at her house because she had posted a critical comment on Facebook about Miami Beach Mayor Steve Meiner.
Archbishop of Miami leads ride to help those suffering from addiction
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A group of bikers joined the Archbishop of Miami on Sunday morning in Miami-Dade County. Archbishop Thomas Wenski led them on a ride from Doral to Key Largo. The group was fundraising for St. Luke’s Center, an award-winning rehab facility. “Addiction is a disease...
North Miami Beach Mother Arrested After 6-Year-Old Autistic Child Found Critically Injured
North Miami Beach, Florida – A North Miami Beach mother has been arrested following a disturbing child abuse investigation involving her 6-year-old son with autism, who was found in cardiac arrest and suffering from severe injuries. Authorities say the case centers on alleged abuse by the child’s mother’s boyfriend...
