Woman’s trip to ER for hives leads to lifesaving brain aneurysm treatment
MIAMI — A trip to the emergency room for a persistent rash led to an unexpected diagnosis and potentially lifesaving treatment for a South Florida woman. Martha Hernandez went to Baptist Health last year after a rash failed to go away. She also was experiencing high blood pressure and a migraine.
Man accused of trying to burglarize cars in Miami Springs arrested, police say
A man accused of trying to break into cars in Miami Springs was arrested on Saturday, police said. Lionel Timms, 38, was charged with attempted burglary of an unoccupied conveyance. According to Miami Springs Police, at around 7 a.m., a resident saw Timms walking through her driveway and started pulling...
Apotheke’s Unmarked Cocktail Door Lands on Washington Avenue in South Beach
A cult cocktail brand born behind an unmarked oak door on a narrow Chinatown street in 2008 is finally coming to Miami Beach. Apotheke South Beach opens October 16 behind its own unmarked entrance on Washington Avenue at Moxy South Beach, marking the botanical mixology concept's fourth location nationwide and its first
Man arrested in connection with $271K designer handbags theft from social media influencer
MIRAMAR, Fla. — A 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of luxury handbags and other belongings from South Florida social media influencer coach Stormy Wellington, days after police acknowledged they had initially arrested the wrong person. Jail records show Shaquille Jaray Palmer was arrested
Shocking Miami Beach summer restaurant closure finally explained
A month after New Times broke the story that Yardbird Southern Table & Bar suddenly closed, news about the group’s status has come to light. Yardbird, the fried-chicken-and-bourbon restaurant that opened in Miami Beach in 2011, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware as the company prepares for a pot
Man seen stealing mail at apartment complex in West Miami-Dade arrested
A month after a man was caught on surveillance video stealing mail from an apartment complex in West Miami-Dade, he was arrested on Wednesday, authorities said. David Armeda, 38, was charged with criminal mischief and removing mail from a depo or a carrier. According to authorities, on July 31, Armeda...
Miami Offers 600 Free Fruit Trees, From Mangoes to Lychees, to Shade Neighborhoods
Miami is distributing 600 fruit trees to residents as part of a direct effort to increase shade and moderate temperatures across the city. The giveaway focuses on species well suited to the local climate, including mango, avocado, starfruit, and lychee. By placing these trees in private yards and community spaces, the
South Florida connection emerges in reopened ‘Cornell 7’ case
DAVIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A South Florida man who graduated from NSU University School in Davie in 2023 is among seven Cornell University fraternity members accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2024. Jonathan Newell attended NSU University School, according to a page showcasing the school's 2023 seniors, before...
Man dies after being struck by driver in West Park, deputies say
WEST PARK, Fla. — A man was killed after being struck by a driver late Friday night in West Park, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they responded shortly after 11 p.m. to the area of Southwest 23rd Street and 56th Avenue after receiving a report of a man lying injured in the roadway.
Multi-vehicle crash on I-95 sends 2 to hospital
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — A multi-vehicle crash on northbound Interstate 95 near Griffin Road sent two people to Broward Health Medical Center Saturday evening, according to Broward Sheriff’s Office Fire Rescue. At approximately 6:25 p.m., firefighters responded to reports of a rollover crash. Upon arrival, they encounter

















