The City of Miami’s Historic and Environmental Preservation Board is scheduled to meet this week for the first time since the Playhouse auditorium was torn down.
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Grove’s Hidden Eden: The Kampong Opens Its Gates
Once the private paradise of famed botanist David Fairchild, The Kampong is shedding its air of mystery — inviting visitors to explore historic gardens, rare plants, art installations, and a century of South Florida history.
Meals on Wheels: Robot Invasion Hits the Grove
With AI brains, cartoonish looks and relentless energy, food delivery robots are zipping past pedestrians and turning heads in the Grove — and perhaps offering a glimpse of the future for takeout meals.
14-year-old Arrested in Causeway Bike Death
A Sunny Isles teenager has been arrested and charged with causing the death this month of a 54-year-old bike rider on the Rickenbacker Causeway.
A Dramatic Car Chase and Manhunt Upends a Quiet Morning
A stolen-vehicle chase that began in Coral Gables and ended in Coconut Grove early Friday morning triggered a massive police response, alarming residents who found themselves caught in the middle of an unfolding crime scene.
Lawsuit Targets Coconut Grove Garage Over Illegal Parking Rates
A Pinecrest resident is suing the owner and operator of a Coconut Grove parking garage, alleging years of overcharges in violation of a city covenant requiring rates to match municipal meters.
Grove Crocodiles: Finding Dinner at Dinner Key Marina
American crocodiles are a common sight at Dinner Key Marina these days. People can chill, experts say. Pets, not so much.
Bicyclist Killed on Causeway Raises Electric Vehicle Safety Concerns
A man was killed after a collision with a 14-year-old riding an e-bike on Rickenbacker Causeway, one of Miami’s heaviest—and most dangerous – cycling routes.
Demolition Crews Chew Away at Grove Playhouse
Local preservationists, who have been unable to stop the demolition through litigation, are mounting a letter-writing campaign to induce state officials to intervene.
Detour Ahead: A Pathway is Closed, Frustrating Parents
The popular footpath connecting two parts of Coconut Grove remained blocked this week, frustrating parents who rely on the shortcut to safely shuttle their kids to school.
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