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Miami-Dade elections supervisor's political leanings draws questions
Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade’s supervisor of elections, insists that her strong Republican leanings do not translate into favoring Republican candidates. NBC6’s Steve Litz reports
Recount begins in Florida congressional race amid conflict-of-interest claim
A judge kept Miami-Dade’s elections chief on the recount board despite a lawsuit calling her Rep. María Elvira Salazar’s “political ally” and friend.
Health Foundation of South Florida Receives 2026 Beacon Award in Life Sciences & Healthcare - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Miami-Dade Beacon Council recognizes the Foundation’s role in building healthier communities and a more prosperous Greater Miami October 26, 2026 — Health Foundation of South Florida has received the 2026 […]
Bodycam video shows emergency response to Perez Hilton’s mental health crisis in Miami-Dade
Newly released body camera footage from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office on Thursday shows emergency crews responding to celebrity blogger Perez Hilton’s South Florida home after he experienced a mental health crisis and repeatedly harmed himself during a TikTok livestream.
Former Citrus Health Network executive faces additional charges in alleged $400K ‘no-show employee scheme’
A former Citrus Health Network executive who was previously arrested on allegations of stealing more than $1 million is now facing additional charges after investigators uncovered an alleged “no-show employee scheme” that authorities say cost the organization and a Miami-Dade taxpayer-funded county program more than $400,000.
DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels at Crandon Park South in Key Biscayne.
In Miami-Dade court, health insurer fights an order to cover $48,500 cancer drug
Oscar Health asked the judge to void her order requiring it to pay for medication meant to treat a Miami patient’s pancreatic cancer.
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
The advisory is for Crandon Park South.
Health Foundation of South Florida Opens Nominations for 2027 Inspiring Women of Health Awards - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Health Foundation of South Florida’s 2026 Inspiring Women of Health honorees and board members The Foundation celebrates seven years of honoring exceptional women advancing health equity in Broward, Miami-Dade, and […]
Miami-Dade Small Business Program: New opportunities
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For a small business owner, winning a government contract can be a significant milestone — obtaining steady revenue, scaling up your business, and achieving long-term growth. In Miami-Dade County, an important first step for many businesses is becoming certified through the county’s Small Business Development programs. Today, Miami-Dade County […]
Health Foundation of South Florida Awards $300,000 to Bring Vision Care to Low-Income Schoolchildren in Miami-Dade and Broward - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Health Foundation of South Florida’s 2026 Inspiring Women of Health honorees and board members The Foundation celebrates seven years of honoring exceptional women advancing health equity in Broward, Miami-Dade, and […]
Miami-Dade pushes for smaller retail development as available land grows scarce
Miami-Dade County wants to make it easier for retail and entertainment developers to build in unincorporated areas, as suitable land for large-scale projects becomes harder to find. A proposed ordinance would cut the minimum site size by 40 percent to qualify for a retail district zoning designation. The proposal, sponsored by Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III, would lower the minimum acreage for a retail entertainment district planned area development district, known as REDPAD, from 50 acres to 30 acres. The measure unanimously passed its first reading, with a second reading and public hearing scheduled for the county commission’s Oct. 20 […]
Argument at a Medley truck lot leads to a shooting and air rescue, police say
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue flew a man to a hospital to be treated for his wounds.
1 person hospitalized after argument leads to gunfire at Medley business
First responders in Miami-Dade County rushed to the scene of a reported shooting Wednesday morning.
Marcos Reyes for Florida House District 115: Putting Families Before Politics
Meet the Miami-Dade community leader focused on lowering living costs, strengthening public schools, protecting individual freedoms, and supporting working families.
Woman hospitalized after truck crashes into northwest Miami-Dade business
A vehicle crashed into a business in northwest Miami-Dade County on Tuesday afternoon.
Beach advisory issued in Miami-Dade for elevated bacteria levels
The Florida Department of Health issued a health advisory for a Key Biscayne beach due to elevated levels of bacteria in nearby waters.
Miami-Dade County’s Small Business Certification Program Creates New Pathways to Opportunity
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For a small business owner, winning a government contract can be a significant milestone—obtaining steady revenue, scaling up your business , and achieving long-term growth. In Miami-Dade County, an important first step for many businesses is becoming certified through the County’s Small Business Development programs. Today, Miami-Dade County has 1,732 […]
Health Foundation of South Florida Awards $300,000 to Bring Vision Care to Low-Income Schoolchildren in Miami-Dade and Broward
Grant will support mobile optometric clinics delivering free eye exams and prescription eyeglasses through Miami Lighthouse for the Blind’s Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program Sept. 3, 2026 — The Health Foundation of South Florida has awarded a $300,000 grant over two years to Miami Lighthouse for the Blind to support its Florida Heiken Children’s Vision […]
Miami-Dade Homeless Trust says Citrus Health employee charged in alleged theft of $1.2 million
A Citrus Health Network employee has been arrested and charged with allegedly stealing more than $1.2 million in funds.
NAMI Miami-Dade’s Reel Minds Film Festival Returns October 10, World Mental Health Day, Using the Power of Film to Change the Conversation Around Mental Health
Eight short films will bring stories of resilience, recovery and lived experience to the screen MIAMI, FL – September 23, 2026 – In recognition of World Mental Health Day,the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Miami-Dade County will harness the power of film and storytelling to raise awareness and spark dialogue around mental health with […]
Why Miami-Dade Is Eager to Promote ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’
Some argue that the county can afford to embrace its fictional twin in the game, “Vice City,” because the real place has experienced a striking drop in violence over time.
Citrus Health Network director accused of stealing more than $1 million
Thomas Jardon is being held on a $700,000 bond after being accused of stealing $1.2 million in public dollars from the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust.
Construction halted on Ken Griffin’s $2.5 billion Miami headquarters
A drilling rig toppled at the Citadel construction site, crushing three vehicles and prompting Miami-Dade County to stop work pending an investigation.
DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
Bark Beach at Miami Beach tests below unsafe level.
FL health department proposes allowing pharmacists to administer chikungunya vaccine
In Florida, there have been 189 reported cases of chikungunya disease so far this year, according to DOH’s reportable diseases frequency report. Most were reported in Miami-Dade.
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
Tests completed on Friday, September 11, 2026, indicate that the water quality at Dog Beach (Virginia Key Beach south side) does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria.
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade has issued a water quality advisory for Bark Beach.
Hialeah man stole 30 iPads from Sweetwater business after he was fired, cops say
Ariel Galindo, 43, was arrested Wednesday on charges of burglary and grand theft, Miami-Dade jail records showed.
Miami Celebrates Breastfeeding with Family Day in Doral - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
The event took place on August 22 at Doral Legacy Park Community Center.
Officials want to turn Miami into Vice City for 'GTA 6.' Police disagree.
Miami inspired the fictional Vice City, but Miami-Dade's sheriff is against the idea of marketing the game IRL.
Miami Wants To Turn The City Into 'GTA 6' And Cops Aren't Happy About It
Miami-Dade officials proposed a massive GTA 6 partnership with Rockstar, but some county reps aren't having it
Miami Sheriff Opposes Plans To Transform The City Into GTA-Land
The 'GTA x MDC' marketing event proposed by Miami-Dade’s mayor has been criticized by both Miami-Dade's sheriff and its commissioner
A Grand Theft Auto marketing deal with Miami-Dade has a real-life foe: the sheriff
The mayor thinks a GTA deal could be a way to generate some money for Miami-Dade. Sheriff Cordero-Stutz: Not worth it.
DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade has lifted the water quality advisory for Crandon Park North in Key Biscayne.
Former Florida governor hopeful hauled out of county meeting after protesting Isarael investments
James Fischback was forcibly removed from a Miami-Dade commissioners meeting after protesting the county's raised investment limit in Israel bonds.
Health advisory in effect at Miami-Dade beach, testing revealed bacteria
A water quality advisory is in effect at a Miami-Dade, Florida, beach after testing revealed elevated levels of bacteria in surrounding waters.
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade has issued a water quality advisory for Crandon Park North in Key Biscayne.
'Proven warrior' Bryan Ávila to be Byron Donalds' running mate, cementing bet on South Florida and anticommunism
With 70 days to go, Donalds announces a proven state legislator and potent political force from Miami-Dade as his No. 2.
Trump fatigue and immigration crackdowns test Republican hold on Miami-Dade
A recent poll of Hispanic voters in Florida shows that Trump’s popularity has waned over the past two years.
Mother, son accused of embezzling $620,000 from Miami-Dade business to fund lavish lifestyle, police say
Candidate wants lawsuit accusing her of conspiring against Miami judge thrown out
“The message to every Miami-Dade voter, donor, and volunteer is unmistakable: support this judge’s opponent, and this judge will put you in a caption,” the motion reads.
Animal Advocate: Man grieves after dog’s death at grooming business remains a mystery in Miami-Dade
Brandon Rivero said he found his beloved 5-year-old Chinese Shar Pei dog named Ringo dead after trusting him to a groomer in Miami-Dade County.
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton hospitalized after mental health episode in Miami-Dade home
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Mosquito-Borne Illness Alert - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
The alert is in response to a confirmed case of locally-acquired dengue.
Driver crashes through front of Doral pet grooming business
A vehicle slammed into a Miami-Dade County business over the weekend, causing extensive damage.
Californian pair indicted for operating darknet drug trafficking business in U.S. and South Florida
Two suspects from California accused of running a darknet drug trafficking business throughout the U.S. and in Miami-Dade and Broward counties were indicted on Wednesday, authorities said.
DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade has lifted the water quality advisory for Golden Beach, Bark Beach, and North Shore Ocean Terrace.
Entertainment community searches for missing Miami-Dade dancer
Entertainment community searches for missing Miami-Dade dancer
DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Water Quality Health Advisory - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
DOH-Miami-Dade has issued a water quality advisory for Golden Beach, Bark Beach, and North Shore Ocean Terrace.
Does your small business need a boost? How to get a $5,000 grant from Miami-Dade
“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy.”
Miami-Dade Commission finally approves mental health facility over two decades after it was promised
More than two decades after voters were promised a new facility to treat people with mental illnesses, rather than warehousing them in the county jail, the Miami-Dade County Commission gave final approval on Tuesday to open the Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery.
Judge wins fight to open a Miami mental-health center as an alternative to jail
Steve Leifman has been fighting for decades to open the center. On Tuesday, Miami-Dade commissioners gave the green light.
Miami-Dade commissioners vote unanimously for new mental health center
Steven Leifman, a judge and finance chair of the Homeless Trust, has been on a quest to help address a societal problem he has experienced in his Miami-Dade courtroom, defendants with untreated mental health issues leading to what he says is a revolving door of arrest and release.
Chairman Anthony Rodriguez Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Oversight, Accountability, and Long-Term Success of Miami-Dade Mental Health Center
Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez announced legislation that will be considered by the Miami-Dade County Commission on June 16 to establish enhanced oversight, transparency, and accountability measures for the new Miami-Dade County Mental Health Center. While emphasizing his support for expanding mental health services, Chairman Rodriguez said the County must ensure that this significant
Miami-Dade Must Act Now on the Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery
On June 16, the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners is expected to take a vote that has been years in the making—whether to finally open the Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery or allow it to continue sitting empty. The seven-story facility is fully constructed, renovated, certified, and ready to serve the community. It
Oliver Gilbert making it official today in CD 24, setting a Miami Gardens collision course with Shevrin Jones
Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III will formally launch his campaign for Florida's 24th Congressional District on Sunday, capping a week in which
Linda Julien drops Miami-Dade Commission bid one week after launching it
‘Miami Gardens is not a stepping stone for me; it is my home.’
‘Getting things done’: John Taylor swaps mayoral re-election bid for run at HD 109
His candidacy comes amid a broader political reshuffling in Miami-Dade, with multiple legislative seats opening due to term limits, higher-office bids and shifting congressional borders.
Natalie Milian Orbis tops $1M, lands Sheriff’s backing in unopposed Miami-Dade Commission race
Eight more days until she wins unopposed.
Linda Julien launches bid to succeed Oliver Gilbert on Miami-Dade Commission
Julien enters the race as speculation intensifies about Gilbert’s future in Congress.
Ron DeSantis says Miami-Dade, Palm Beach should be more aggressive in slashing homestead taxes
Big cities would already be on the hook for rural areas with lower tax bases, but DeSantis thinks they can do even more.
‘Respect for rule of law’: Miami-Dade Fraternal Order of Police backs Destiny Alvarez for Circuit Court Judge
There's a Donald Trump angle to Alvarez's bid.
Frederica Wilson will not seek re-election in CD 24
The Miami-Dade Democrat will leave Congress at the end of her ninth term.
Biscayne Bay's health shows little improvement, report says
The bay's health is vital for Miami-Dade County, both economically and environmentally.
Miami-Dade commissioners discuss long-delayed mental health facility, but still not on agenda for a vote
More than two decades after voters approved funding for a mental health facility, Miami-Dade County leaders are still debating when — or how — it will finally open.
Decades after voter approval, Miami mental health center still not open
It has been more than 20 years since Miami-Dade County voters approved funding for a facility intended to help people living with mental illness. Yet today, the $51 million Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery remains unopened despite being fully constructed and ready for use.
‘Tremendous traffic': Business owners have a headache from one intersection
NBC6’s Dangerous Drive series looks into different hotspots for crashes and the concerns people have with different intersections, and the latest location that’s being looked into is an area in South Miami-Dade that’s giving business owners and drivers a headache.
The Miami-Dade businesses that lost their licenses over alleged illegal trade with Cuba
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernández announced new enforcement actions that include revoking business licenses for several companies accused of operating in violation of federal regulations related to Cuba.
Faith coalition wins pledges from Miami-Dade leaders on housing, mental health
About 800 residents packed the church to demand local leaders commit to making changes.
Who’s giving big to Miami-Dade politicians this year? Townhouse builder tops the list
In county government, Miami-Dade Commissioner Vicki Lopez raised the most in political contributions to start 2026.
Richard Lamondin pivots from congressional run to SD 38 challenge, drawing early party support
After months engaging voters in CD 27, Richard Lamondin is redirecting his campaign to a closely watched Miami-Dade Senate seat.
Eileen Higgins, Juan Fernandez-Barquin to launch program helping Miami-Dade residents restore driver's licenses
The initiative aims to help those with suspended licenses get back on the road.
Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski urges action on delayed mental health facility in Miami-Dade
Mental health center approved in 2004 remains closed while Miami-Dade city leaders delay plans
Census data show population increases in Orlando, reductions in Pinellas, Miami-Dade
The shifts in the country’s biggest counties were largely due to lower levels of net international migration.
Miami’s Community Newspapers hosts Small Business Expo
Miami’s Community Newspapers, with the Miami-Dade Strategic Procurement Department, hosted a Small Business Expo in its South Miami offices on Tuesday, Feb. 17, attended by local government and...
West Miami-Dade restaurant owner says family of 7 left her business without paying tab - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
WEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A restaurant owner is speaking out after she said a family of seven dined at her business but left withoutRead More
Business owners picking up the pieces after massive NW Miami-Dade warehouse fire
Business owners are dealing with the aftermath of a massive fire that tore through a warehouse in northwest Miami-Dade, leaving many without the equipment and inventory they rely on to make a living.
No contest: The uneven playing field of high school sports
Public school athletic programs across Miami-Dade are struggling to keep pace with well-funded private school rivals, as shrinking enrollment, limited budgets and transfer rules reshape the high school sports landscape.
South Florida leaders push crackdown on Cuba-linked firms, a lifeline for thousands of families
Miami-Dade and local leaders seek tougher action on Cuba trade, revoking licenses, urging federal probes and targeting flights, remittances and shipments.
Former Miami-Dade Democratic Party official arrested on drug possession charges at port
Ricardo 'Ricky' Junquera was one of nine people arrested Feb. 1 as they were about to depart on a cruise ship.
‘Ending the HIV Epidemic’ Health Fair set for Feb. 11
The Office of Community Advocacy and the Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Miami-Dade County will join various community providers to co-host the annual “Ending the HIV Epidemic” Health Fair....
The Children’s Trust announces “significant expansion” of its investment in student health
The Children’s Trust, established by voter referendum to improve the lives of families and children in Miami-Dade County, announced earlier this month that it will expand its HealthConnect in Our Schools initiative.
Miami-Dade tax collector sued over Cuba-related business crackdown
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez is being sued by a local travel agency over his efforts to target businesses he claims are doing business with the Cuban government.
Some Miami-Dade businesses illegally do business with Cuban government, tax collector says
Dariel Fernandez, Miami-Dade County’s tax collector, said he is going after businesses doing business with the Cuban government.
Trump sues JPMorgan for $5 billion, alleges the bank closed his accounts for political reasons
President Donald Trump is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon for $5 billion. He alleges the bank closed his accounts for political reasons after he left office in January 2021. The lawsuit, filed in Miami-Dade County court, claims JPMorgan abruptly closed multiple accounts in February 2...
Man killed by industrial machinery at Miami-Dade business, police say
‘There's no way': Mobile stage stolen from northwest Miami-Dade business
It’s used all over the country for concerts and performances. The owner of a mobile stage said thieves drove off with his property last month, and he needs help finding it.
Miami-Dade: When local politics become rogue US foreign policy
South Florida's anti-Castro lobby is already rallying for Cuba next after Saturday's regime change operation in Venezuela
Carlos Giménez, among first to learn about Nicolas Maduro's capture, predicts ramifications for Cuba and elsewhere
The Miami-Dade Republican said he recieved a call from Marco Rubio early Saturday morning about the news.
Miami-Dade Tax Collector cracks down on businesses with suspected ties to Cuba
Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez announced Monday that he revoked the licenses of 20 businesses suspected of engaging in trade with the Cuban regime.
Miami-Dade, Broward schools get federal boost for mental health services
The combined $5.2 million in funding was provided through the Department of Education's Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration Grant Program.
Investigation underway after business owner says woman’s body dumped in southwest Miami-Dade
An investigation is underway after a woman’s body was allegedly dumped outside a business in southwest Miami-Dade early Friday morning, according to the owner who discovered the scene.