Illegal dumping has become a problem across South Florida, officials say
Among the most persistent problems are old tires, which local leaders say are creating blight and environmental concerns.
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Among the most persistent problems are old tires, which local leaders say are creating blight and environmental concerns.
Some residents report witnessing drivers park near the baywalk, throw trash over the seawall, and then leave without consequence.
The Florida Department of Transportation has contractors constantly cleaning up the trash, but it is a growing problem.
Over the last eight years, Andrews Otazo has picked up more than 30,000 pounds of trash, all on his own.
After a CBS News Miami investigation, officials now admit that some homes were incorrectly classified as two-unit properties.
The commission's 5-2 vote, following nearly two hours of debate, overturned previous decisions to table the measure.
CBS News Miami reached out to Miami-Dade County's Solid Waste Management Department but has not received a response.
Broward residents, along with the mayors of Miramar and Doral, showed up at county hall to ensure their voices were heard.
Residents are voicing strong opposition to the City of Miami's consideration of scaling back bulky waste pickup and recycling services.
Waste Management wants to add another 100 feet to Monarch Hill Landfill.
Independence Day festivities attract large crowds to our beaches every year. But once the fireworks fade and celebrations end, what's sometimes left behind is a sea of trash.
For the first time in 14 years, the City of Miami could be increasing a service that many homeowners have considered effective.
In honor of Earth Month, Miami-Dade County celebrated 42 years of its signature event, which took place at over 30 locations along Biscayne Bay and inland on Saturday morning.
Elected officials and county managers across South Florida listened to what experts had to say to help solve the problem.
On Wednesday, Miami-Dade commissioners will consider the new incinerator proposal.
