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9h ago

Major HeatRisk brings 105-110°F indices through midweek

The National Weather Service expects widespread Major HeatRisk across South Florida urban areas, with maximum heat indices of 105-110°F each afternoon through at least midweek. Advisory-level heat indices could continue for the next few days.

13h ago

Jakey Duque bronze statue stolen from Miami Lakes park

A bronze statue of Jake “Jakey” Duque vanished from Jakey Duque Park at Northwest 154th Street and 89th Avenue in Miami Lakes. Parents Karen and Orlando Duque asked Saturday for its return and said they do not want to press charges. Jakey died June 8, 2020, after a DIPG brain tumor diagnosis; the tribute by Art & Sculpture Unlimited was unveiled May 8, 2021.

14h ago

Inter Miami loses 2-1 to Monterrey without Messi

Inter Miami CF fell 2-1 to C.F. Monterrey in Leagues Cup play Saturday without Lionel Messi, who returned to Argentina after his father Jorge Messi’s death, and without suspended Luis Suárez. Rodrigo De Paul scored from outside the box and revealed a Messi jersey underneath, drawing a yellow card; Monterrey equalized in the 47th minute and Diego Rossi scored the winner late. Academy forward Lovens Delinois made his first-team debut. Miami’s next group-stage match is Wednesday against León.

14h ago

Perez Hilton serious but stable, surgery expected soon

Mario Lavandeira, known as Perez Hilton, remained hospitalized Saturday in serious but stable condition after Miami-Dade deputies responded Tuesday to his home over a TikTok livestream of self-harm. The 48-year-old had significant blood loss and injuries that will require surgery in the coming days, with a long recovery expected. His family said his children are safe and asked for privacy.

14h ago

Roderick Thomas held in Steve Joseph Lauderhill killing

Lauderhill detectives are investigating the Friday shooting death of 23-year-old Steve Joseph in the 1500 block of Northwest 33rd Avenue. Roderick Thomas, 22, a convicted felon on probation through June 14, 2028, was held Saturday without bond at the Broward County Main Jail on a probation violation tied to aggravated battery. Joseph was taken to Broward Health Medical Center and died there.

16h ago

Alcantara throws seven shutout innings in 7-0 Marlins win

Sandy Alcantara became the Miami Marlins’ all-time leader in innings pitched while throwing seven shutout innings as the Marlins beat the Angels 7-0.

21h ago

Brickell bystander pins theft suspect despite pepper spray

A good Samaritan in Brickell helped pin down a theft suspect after being pepper-sprayed when a woman’s cries for help drew nearby residents and bystanders into a chase.

Aug 8

Turnpike connector shifts right Monday at Golden Glades

On Monday morning, northbound Turnpike connector traffic at the Golden Glades Interchange will shift right onto a new section, with two left lanes continuing to the northbound Turnpike and the right lane looping to westbound Palmetto Expressway. FDOT also warned of several closures and detours at the interchange and nearby roads this week.

Aug 7

Crane part falls onto One Plaza West Brickell pool deck

Part of a crane from a nearby construction site fell onto the pool deck at One Plaza West Brickell.

Aug 6

MIA closes concourse E, F, G checkpoints for probe

Miami International Airport closed TSA checkpoints for concourses E, F, and G and surrounding areas while the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office investigated a suspicious item. Evening travelers were told to allow extra time.

15h ago

Chef Creole founder regrets Trump vote over ICE impact

Wilkinson “Ken” Sejour, who founded Chef Creole in 1992, said ICE enforcement and the end of Temporary Protected Status have scared away customers and created a labor shortage at his restaurants. He cited an Aug. 2 detention of a man on a scooter steps from the drive-thru at 200 NW 54th St. in Little Haiti. A June 25 Supreme Court ruling allowed DHS to end TPS and work permits for about 300,000 Haitians on July 27, including some of his employees.

Aug 2

Check embarkation time and garage assignment; use nearest garage with terminal transport if assigned...

Busy day tomorrow, August 3, 2026, at PortMiami! Please check your embarkation time and assigned garage before arriving. If needed, park in the nearest available garage—transportation to your terminal will be provided. Check embarkation time and garage assignment; use nearest garage with terminal transport if assigned...

22h ago

Miami Beach clears sargassum daily on 7.5-mile shoreline

Miami Beach is coordinating with Miami-Dade County Parks to blend sargassum across the 7.5-mile shoreline each day using beach-friendly equipment. County Sea Turtle Program crews survey for nests and hatchlings before cleanup begins. Beaches remain open.

Aug 8

High rip current risk on Broward and Palm Beach shores

The National Weather Service kept a High Risk of Rip Currents along Atlantic beaches in Palm Beach and Broward counties. Breezy easterly winds had driven high rip current risk along all South Florida Atlantic beaches into the weekend.

Aug 7

During a recent road trip, I stopped at the site of Florida's first commercial...

During a recent road trip, I stopped at the site of Florida's first commercial oil well. Oil was found in this area at a depth of over 11,500 ft in 1943. This is just south of Immokalee, FL

Aug 7

PortMiami warns of busy Aug. 8 cruise embarkation day

PortMiami advised cruise passengers on the Aug. 8 embarkation day to check assigned garage and boarding time before arrival. Overflow parking in the nearest available garage includes transportation to the terminal.

Aug 6

Public informed of recent water quality conditions at monitored Miami locations

WATER QUALITY UPDATE Results are in for our Miami sites, sampled on 2026-08-05. See the image for full results! Read more about our #WaterQuality monitoring work here: https://www.miamiwaterkeeper.org/water_quality_monitoring Public informed of recent water quality conditions at monitored Miami locations

Aug 4

MIA installs liquid disposal bins at Checkpoints 5 and 10

Miami International Airport added liquid disposal bins at TSA Checkpoints 5 and 10 so travelers can pour out drinks before screening, with more bins planned.

Aug 4

Public informed of water quality at Key Biscayne monitored sites

WATER QUALITY UPDATE Results are in for our Key Biscayne sites, sampled on 2026-08-03. See the image for full results! Read more about our #WaterQuality monitoring work here: https://www.miamiwaterkeeper.org/water_quality_monitoring Public informed of water quality at Key Biscayne monitored sites

Aug 3

No nitrogen or phosphorus fertilizer through Oct. 31

Miami-Dade County Regulatory and Economic Resources reminded residents that rainy-season fertilizer restrictions remain in effect through Oct. 31 to protect Biscayne Bay. Nitrogen- and phosphorus-based fertilizers should not be used during the ban.