Overtown Youth Center Awarded Program Of The Year

Try to break down “invisible walls of a community” that limit those within it. That's Tina Brown -- "When you know better, you do better."

Gov. DeSantis Moves To Ban Social-Studies Books Next

After stripping schools of math books, the Florida Department of Education is now seeking to whitewash history.

Florida Gator Hunt Lottery Draws Record Applicants

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said Thursday that 6,566 permits were issued from 19,358 applications.

AfroPunk Comes To Overtown

Known for its annual music festivals in predominantly Black cities like Brooklyn and Atlanta, AfroPunk is set to make its Miami debut.

Leaders Still Split On Controversial UDB Line Vote

Miami-Dade County Commissioners will vote today on whether the county's Urban Development Boundary should be expanded.

Black Architects Feel Pushed Out Of Underdeck Planning

This occurs five years after the state accepted plans for an enhanced I-395, with a signature bridge to go with it.

Little Haiti History Honored With Street Naming

The contributions of Viter and Maria Juste, known as the father and mother of Little Haiti, were memorialized Saturday.

Miami Commission Greenlights First Medical Marijuana Dispensary In City

Nicole Lauren reports some commissioners expressed concerns for the harmful effects of allowing it.

Seasonal Ban On Fertilizer Takes Effect May 15 In Miami-Dade County

The week of May 9 is Fertilizer Awareness Week. Make sure you know the rules for fertilizer use during the rainy season, May 15 to Oct. 31.

Driver's License Services Return To The Stephen P. Clark Center In Miami

Update your ID and get a variety of driver's license services at the Stephen P. Clark Center in Miami on May 19.

Holness Former Campaign Consultant Charged With PPP Fraud

Omar Smith, a political campaign consultant who worked on former Broward County Commissioner Dale Holness's campaign, is charged.

Miami Grand Prix Excites With Lewis Hamilton

The Formula One Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix made its inaugural debut this past weekend in Miami Gardens, hosting prestige attached.

Rising Costs Drive Residents To Food Banks In Droves

For two years, local food banks have been dealing with increased demand for assistance from those greatly affected by the pandemic.

Traffic, Not Noise, Biggest Formula One Issue In Miami Gardens

Streets in Miami Gardens returned to normal after thousands of people flocked to the bustling city's Hard Rock Stadium over the weekend.

Heated Debate Over More Money For Broward 911 System

Keith Jones reports tempers flared as Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony and commissioners discussed how to address the staffing shortage.

Jury Selection Process To Resume For Nikolas Cruz Penalty Trial

Last Monday, before the process was put on hold, a group of potential jurors who were previously dismissed was brought back.

Former Broward Sheriff Scott Israel Chosen As Opa-Locka Chief Of Police

Former Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel will serve as the City of Opa-Locka's new police chief starting today.

‘I Won't Let You Down': Ex-Broward Sheriff Scott Israel Named New Top Cop In Opa-Locka

“I look so forward to the opportunities to becoming one team with the citizens of Opa-Locka,” Israel said.

Sweetwater Affordable Housing For Seniors Gets $2 Million Boost From Miami-Dade County

More affordable housing is coming to the Sweetwater community.

Stakes Raised In Florida U.S. Senate Race, With Demings And Rubio Campaign Hauls, And Russell Dropout

City of Miami Commissioner Ken Russell has dropped out of the U.S. Senate race to back Congresswoman Val Demings, the Democratic favorite.

Miami-Dade Tenants Bill Of Rights Passes Unanimously

After hours of debate and a near deferment, the Tenants Bill of Rights for county renters was approved by a unanimous vote Tuesday.

Florida Reacts To Likelihood Of Roe Reversal By Supreme Court

Florida lawmakers responded to a leaked draft opinion suggesting that the U.S. Supreme Court is planning to overturn the landmark Roe case.

Local Leaders Invest In Effort To Diversify Solar Power

Since deciding to go solar in 2021, Lee Jones has been enjoying reliable energy, $10 utility bills and credits with Florida Power & Light.

Bayside: From Miami Vice To Miami Nice

Trovel Williams' business began with a pushcart in 1987. Thirty-five years later he operates four shops at Bayside Marketplace.

Four Fla., Corrections Officers Charged In Inmate's Beating Death

Four Florida State Corrections officers find themselves on the other side of the law, accused of murdering a 60-year-old inmate.

Florida Reacts To Likelihood Of Roe Reversal By Supreme Court

Florida lawmakers responded to a leaked draft opinion suggesting that the U.S. Supreme Court is planning to overturn the landmark Roe case.

Miami-Dade Tenants Bill Of Rights Passes Unanimously

After hours of debate and a near deferment, the Tenants Bill of Rights for county renters was approved by a unanimous vote Tuesday.

Freed Thomas Raynard James Looks Toward Future

Thomas Raynard “Jay” James, a free man after serving decades behind bars for a crime he didn't commit, looks toward the future with hope.

Future Elected Sheriff Threatens Civilian Oversight -- Dade

Miami-Dade elected officials are headed for a standoff with a powerful group of the state's top law enforcement officers.

Monestime Staff Corruption Arrests Reported

Two men with ties to District 2 Commissioner Jean Monestime's office were recently arrested for fraudulent activities and misappropriation.

Broward Commission Passes Measure To Give Renters Some Short Term Protection

Under a new law approved Tuesday, landlords have to give renters no less than 60 days notice prior to termination of leases.

Formerly Dismissed, 11 Prospective Jurors Summoned To Serve In Nikolas Cruz Death Penalty Trial

On Wednesday, the judge reversed herself and their dismissal saying it might be premature to throw out nearly 250 potential jurors.

Freedom To Choose Rally Planned Tuesday In Miami By Nikki Fried

FL’s Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried will host a rally after news leaked about the Supreme Court’s plan to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Abortion Ban Likely In FL If Roe V. Wade Is Overturned

A draft majority opinion reportedly leaked to Politico suggests Supreme Court is poised to overturn Roe V. Wade. How would that impact FL?

Aide To Commissioner Jean Monestime Arrested For Charges Tied To His Position In Government

Evelt Jeudy, aide to Miami-Dade County Commissioner Jean Monestime, was arrested in the early hours Friday on over a dozen charges.

Judge Reverses Decision To Scrap Panel Of Jurors In Nikolas Cruz Penalty Trial

Prosecutors and defense attorneys argued that she made a mistake when she didn’t question 11 potential jurors

Thomas Raynard James Exonerated After 32 Years

Thomas Raynard James, who was once serving a life sentence for murder at an Okeechobee correctional institution, is now a free man.

Dream Defenders Do More Than Dream

Poet Langston Hughes once asked what would happen to a dream deferred, questioning what outcomes would arise.

Crist Names Four Black Campaign Co-Chairs In Broward

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist has announced a coalition of co-chairs for his campaign in Broward.

Civilian Oversight Of Miami-Dade Police Dealt Second Major Blow With Barton Reversal

It is already reeling from the prospect of becoming powerless after Miami-Dade residents voted for an elected sheriff.