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Dead Dog Found Tethered to Cinder Blocks in Coconut Grove Waters
Miami police are investigating the disturbing discovery near Dinner Key as city commissioners prepare to consider three proposals to strengthen animal protection laws.
A Pending Vote on the County’s Seaquarium Project
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.
Miami Fined a Coconut Grove Apartment Complex $432,000. Will It Collect?
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.
Miami Voters Will Decide on $450 Million Loan as City Faces Debts and Deficits
Mayor Eileen Higgins says the money is urgently needed to rebuild aging police and fire facilities. Critics question whether Miami can afford another major bond issue while struggling with pension obligations, existing debt and rising public safety costs.
The Weird Cup: King Mango Rides Again
Fans of the King Mango Strut packed Fuller Street in Center Grove on Saturday night as parade organizers unveiled the poster and theme for the January 2027 event.
City Staff Withheld Budget Report Ahead of Key Vote
In the days leading up to last month’s approval of Miami’s $3.7 billion budget, a city oversight committee charged with reviewing municipal finances tried to alert commissioners to a host of potential concerns. But its report was not shared with commissioners until after the vote.
Grove Art Dealer Sentenced to Federal Prison
Leslie Roberts pleaded guilty earlier this year to conspiring to sell fake artwork from his Miami Fine Art Gallery on Commodore Plaza. The FBI raided the gallery in April 2025, arresting Roberts the same day.
Virginia Key: A Great Deal or a Public Giveaway?
Miami officials think the Virginia Key marina referendum is a ‘bad deal’. So why is it on the ballot?
Main Street Initiative Launches on Grand Avenue
The statewide program aims to breathe new life into the West Grove’s historic commercial corridor while preserving its character.
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