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After months of opposition from residents, Miami’s Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board overturned a temporary permit for construction-related parking on historic Charles Avenue in the West Grove.
A citizen’s lawsuit filed this week could force Miami-Dade County to seek voter approval for the proposed redevelopment of the Seaquarium property on Virginia Key.
Six sitting judges — including the chief justice — want to keep their jobs, and four candidates want two others. If judicial races leave you scratching your head, here’s who’s running, who’s up for retention and where to learn more.
A proposal before Miami commissioners Thursday would establish a new philanthropic fund for District 2, even as the city seeks to recover money from an older fund held by the same nonprofit. Questions remain about donor influence and oversight.
Republican incumbent Alexis Calatayud helped craft Florida’s Live Local Act. Democratic challenger Richard Lamondin says the law gives developers too much power while failing to address the housing needs of residents most at risk.
If county voters don’t renew a property tax that funds teacher salaries, Miami-Dade officials project average pay could fall by more than $15,000. At Coconut Grove’s Carver Middle School, a veteran teacher fears an exodus of experienced educators.
If the words “charter amendment” make your eyes glaze over, this one’s for you. Here’s what voters are being asked to approve — or reject — on Nov. 3.
Miami police are investigating the disturbing discovery near Dinner Key as city commissioners prepare to consider three proposals to strengthen animal protection laws.
The Miami-Dade County Commission is scheduled to vote next week on a proposed land-use amendment that would advance the redevelopment of the former Seaquarium property on Virginia Key.
After years of violations, the owners of Grove Princess Apartments finally repaired a crumbling wall. But the fine remains unpaid, and the city has not explained what it will do next.
