Liberty City exhibition celebrates Miami’s Black culture through bold art and storytelling
MIAMI — A new exhibition in Liberty City is spotlighting Miami’s Black culture and community through bold visuals and powerful storytelling. It’s the latest work from a Miami artist known for using public spaces to spark conversation. Inside One United Bank, the new “Still We Rise” exhibition...
South Miami Staple Deli Lane Café To Be Demolished
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Fake Surgery Centers in Florida: A Warning for Individuals
Florida’s booming cosmetic surgery industry has gained national attention, and not just for glamorous makeovers. Beneath the surface lies a growing threat: fake surgery centers in Florida. Recent incidents in Miami reveal just how dangerous this underground industry has become. Unlicensed practitioners have caused...
More people are becoming teachers in Florida; teaching vacancies down by nearly 30%
As the new school year approaches, Miami and Florida schools are better staffed than they have been in recent years. New numbers from the Florida Department of Education (DOE) show a nearly 30% drop in teacher vacancies over the last two years. According to the DOE, the state credits this...
Road Rage: Woman Accused of Pulling Gun on Car Carrying Child in Tamarac
A woman was arrested following a road rage incident in which she allegedly pointed a firearm at another vehicle containing two adults and a child. According to a Broward County Sheriff’s Office arrest report, Radiyya Ali, 42, of Sunrise, was taken into custody on July 27 and charged with two counts of aggravated...
Intense video shows Hollywood police confronting armed man after shooting
A person injured in the shooting was taken to the hospital where they were listed as stable.
Three injured in shooting at Fort Lauderdale Wawa, police say
Police said they arrived on the 6100 block of NW 9th Avenue around 7:30 p.m. after reports of gunfire.
The Venetian Pool is undergoing a massive renovation. Here are 5 takeaways
The historic Venetian Pool in Coral Gables is undergoing a significant renovation, extending its closure beyond the initially planned timeline. The $6 million project aims to preserve the pool’s historical charm while ensuring its functionality for future generations. FULL STORY: When will the Venetian Pool reopen?...
People Drive From All Over Florida For The Waffles At This Legendary Diner
There’s something magical about sliding into a vinyl booth at a classic American diner, where the coffee flows freely and breakfast is served all day. The 11th Street Diner in Miami Beach isn’t just any chrome-plated eatery – it’s a time-traveling culinary experience that has locals and tourists alike making...
‘Fight a little more for Overtown’: TED talks focus on preserving Black neighborhood
Remnants of Overtown when it was a Black entertainment hub are still standing, such as the Lyric Theatre, the Ward Rooming House and the D.A. Dorsey House. But like many other historic Black neighborhoods, Overtown has faced changes: the construction of the I-95 highway right through the middle of the neighborhood...