MDSO: Fake contractor took over $1,000 to extend victim’s driveway, bailed on job
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A 50-year-old man was arrested Wednesday, nearly a year after he took more than $1,000 from a homeowner to extend the driveway of the home and then bailed on the job, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said. According to an arrest report, Marlon Hernandez Gomez,...
Miami Burger Staple to Close After 15 Years in Coconut Grove
After 15 years of burgers, craft beer, and neighborhood memories, Coconut Grove staple Lokal will close its doors this summer. Kush Hospitality founder Matt Kuscher shared the news Thursday in a video message posted to social media, calling the decision “bittersweet” after more than a decade serving the Grove...
Developer linked to ex-Miami mayor arrested by feds on fraud charges
A once-rising developer who put Miami’s former mayor on his payroll was arrested by federal agents Friday on fraud charges, including swindling investors of millions of dollars. Rishi Kapoor, who formerly lived in a waterfront estate in the Cocoplum neighborhood of Coral Gables, will have his first appearance in...
West Palm Beach ‘Murder‑For‑Hire’ Duo Walks After Surprise Plea Deal
What started as a headline‑grabbing 2024 murder‑for‑hire case in West Palm Beach just ended with a whimper, not a bang. Two South Florida men once accused of plotting a killing are back on the street after pleading guilty Thursday to reduced charges and getting credit for the time they had already served in the Palm...
Cops: Boca Raton Woman Busted After 911 Threat To Blow Up Fort Lauderdale Airport
A 46-year-old Boca Raton woman is behind bars after Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies say she dialed 911 on Thursday and threatened to blow up Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Investigators say the caller told dispatchers her green card had been stolen and that she missed an immigration appointment...
Family friend ‘depleted’ Hollywood senior’s funds, spent 5 figures at casino, police say
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A Hollywood woman is facing an elderly exploitation charge after investigators with the city’s police department said she “depleted” the bank account of a longtime family friend she was caring for. Authorities said the senior gave Kimberly Dawn Bukowski, 56, his debit card...
Inter Miami unveil ‘Nu Stadium’ name for new home set to open in April...
The Herons have finally announced a partner for their new stadium after teasing it for a while. The stadium, described by Miami as 'one of the most ambitious sports and entertainment developments currently underway', began construction in 2023 - and was expected to be open by the start of 2026. However, it was...
You Don’t Have Jazz In The Gardens Tickets? That’s Ludacris! Legendary Atlanta Hitmaker Is...
Legendary Atlanta hitmaker, Ludacris, is celebrating 25 years of HITS at this year’s star-studded Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) Music Festival taking over Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens this weekend, March 7-8, 2026. In its 19th year, JITG Music Fest (which was named one of the nation’s top...
Restaurants ready to serve Miami Lakers
BurgerFi 7431 Miami Lakes Drive. 786-322-6270. Dine in, take-out. www.burgerfi.com. DiCED 7425 Miami Lakes Drive 305-961-1032 Dicedfood.com, indoor dining; take-out; Uber Eats; Postmates; DoorDash. Dr. Limon 7341 Miami Lakes Drive 305-228-9199. Order from Doctorlimon.com. Indoor/outdoor dining; delivery; take-out;...
Valdosta police capture Miami man wanted for attempted murder
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) — Valdosta police (VPD) said a man wanted out of Miami for attempted murder was captured in the city after being spotted on Wednesday, March 4, morning. Detectives received a tip that 37-year-old Daniel Valencia was in the area of the 700 block of North Charlton Street, VPD said. Around 10:45...
