Hialeah's new mayor moves to tackle sky-high water bills for residents
Hialeah residents face water bills up to 30% higher than the rest of Miami-Dade, prompting the new mayor to launch an urgent review and promise solutions within 120 days.
Bryan Calvo sworn in as Hialeah's youngest mayor
History was made in Hialeah as Brian Calvo became the city's youngest mayor ever—and he's getting straight to work.
South Florida daughter waits for word on father as Venezuela starts limited prisoner releases
Families on both sides of the Caribbean are hopeful but cautious as only a small number of political prisoners have been released following U.S. pressure.
Miami commissioners vote to move city elections to even-numbered years
Commissioners also appointed James Reyes as city manager in a move that sparked debate over his salary and experience.
Trump cites closure of Venezuelan "torture chamber"; former prisoners detail abuses
Former detainees describe years of confinement, harsh conditions, and a system with no meaningful legal protections.
Protesters hold Christmas Day vigil outside Broward immigration detention center
About two dozen protesters gathered outside an immigration detention facility in Broward County on Christmas Day, holding a vigil under the slogan, "Injustice doesn't take a holiday. Neither does resistance."
Trump administration tightens rules for VAWA immigration petitions, raising fears for survivors
The Trump administration is changing the rules for a federal immigration program that has long allowed victims of domestic violence to seek legal status in the United States without relying on their abusers.
Arrest made after video shows menorah vandalized outside Miami tax collector's office
Police say the suspect was arrested within 24 hours, and community leaders are condemning the antisemitic act while reaffirming support for Miami's Jewish community.
Trump warns Maduro against playing "tough"
Political analysts say the president's limited public comments may be intentional.
Eileen Higgins takes office as Miami mayor, pledging to fix city's permitting process
City officials agree the permitting system is too slow and siloed — and say they welcome the mayor's push for reform.
New legal option may help some South Florida TPS holders avoid deportation
Immigration attorney Patricia Elizee said certain TPS holders may be eligible to seek legal status through immigration court.
At least 20 arrested in Miami-Dade murder-for-hire, cocaine trafficking investigation
Police said the coordinated sweep involved undercover narcotics detectives, along with the FBI and the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office.
Police search for man seen dumping woman's body in Southwest Miami‑Dade
Surveillance footage shows a pickup pulling into a hidden industrial area minutes before a woman's body was found.
South Florida family says 21-year-old detained after immigration appointment is now at "Alligator Alcatraz"
His father, fearing months of confinement, says he would rather see his son deported than remain in those conditions.
Miami Mayor‑elect vows limits on immigration partnership, focuses on housing and inclusion
The mayor‑elect says her administration will center on transparency, community respect, and a deeper examination of how the city uses its resources.