Man killed, another detained after shooting in Cutler Bay: Sheriff
A man was detained after authorities said he shot and killed another man during an argument in Cutler Bay on Wednesday. The two men became involved in the verbal argument in the area of Southwest 186th Street and 97th Avenue when one pulled out a gun and shot the other in the chest, Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office...
A roommate fight at a Miami assisted living facility leads to murder: cops
A 79-year-old man living at an assisted living facility in Flagami told police that his roommate pulled a gun on him, leading him to strangle and kill him, police say. Miami Police say no gun was found in their room and now the man is charged with murder. Jerome John Babij had shared a room with the victim for six...
Trial begins for suspect charged in fiery wreck that killed mother, 2 daughters
MIAMI — Opening statements were heard on Wednesday in the trial of a man accused of killing a mother and her two girls in a fiery crash. Julius Bernstein, 27, is on trial for the crash that occurred in North Bay Village on June 27, 2022 at the intersection of the John F. Kennedy Causeway and Harbor Island Drive.
FIU Ranked Among the Best Universities in U.S., No. 1 in Florida
Miami-area institutions continue to show that South Florida is more than a sex-obsessed vacation destination. While South Florida's relationship with the vices has been well-established — it was part of the attraction for Playboy's headquarters relocation — its standing as a nationally recognized education hub is...
Police: Caretaker working with agency despite theft history exploited 86-year-old woman in Doral
DORAL, Fla. — A 59-year-old woman with a criminal record in Broward and Miami-Dade counties was working as a caretaker when she exploited an 86-year-old woman, according to the Doral Police Department. Doral Chief Edwin Lopez said surveillance videos show Monica Orta shopping with the victim’s credit cards at...
12-year-old girl reported missing from Model City area found safe
MIAMI (WSVN) - Authorities have confirmed a 12-year-old girl who was reportedly missing from the Model City area has been found safe. Arianna L. Amador was found in good health and has since been reunited with her family at home, officials say. She was reported missing on Monday morning and...
This Italian restaurant in North Beach celebrates 25 years of creating community
After more than two decades, siblings Elizabeth and George Iglesias have not grown weary of eating at George’s Italian Restaurant, which they opened on 72nd Street near the North Beach Bandshell in 2000. “We still eat here five times a week,” Elizabeth Iglesias says, laughing. “We’re not tired of it. Our families eat...
Florida Tops U.S. in Home Delistings as Sellers Wait For Better Offers
A standoff between sellers clinging to inflated prices and buyers constrained by high rates and soaring insurance costs creates a state-wide real estate impasse. By Staff Writer, Edmond Thorne: 08/27/2025 11:41 EST.
Florida beaches dominate top 10 list of shark attacks in the U.S. since 1642:...
Florida is known for many things: beautiful beaches, sunny days and lots of traffic. And it also tops one platform's list of shark attack hotspots. According to the tide forecasting platform Tideschart, Florida nearly took over the list of the 10 U.S. beaches with the most shark attacks since 1642—all the way until...
PHOTOS: Endangered wild cow born at Florida zoo
MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA) — An endangered Banteng was born at Zoo Miami on Friday, the zoo announced. Phyllis, the mother, went into labor on Friday afternoon and gave birth as visitors got the chance to watch. According to the zoo, when an animal goes into labor, they are provided access to their secluded off-exhibit area,...
