From marinas to nightlife hubs, Coconut Grove’s publicly owned waterfront has quietly become Miami’s most profitable cluster of private leases — generating millions of dollars a year for city coffers.
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Grove Playhouse: The Battle Continues
Opponents of the county’s plan to revive the historic theater as a smaller playhouse with commercial components are seeking to block Miami-Dade County from using bond funding to complete the project.
In Play Again: The Mutiny Condominium
Another developer has stepped up to the plate to acquire the iconic Mutiny property overlooking Biscayne Bay. Will investor-owners and residents put tensions to rest and agree to the latest offer?
Miami Moves to Revive Tower Theater in Little Havana
The Miami City Commission voted last week to hand control of the historic Tower Theater back to Miami Dade College, reversing a controversial 2022 decision that placed the theater under the direct control of Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo.
Filling Pier 7 With Song
Musician Chris Breeding is putting a soundtrack to an evening ritual in Coconut Grove, strumming and singing as the sun sets over Pier 7 at Dinner Key Marina.
A New Manager for the City of Miami
The Miami City Commission on Thursday approved Mayor Eileen Higgins’ choice of James Reyes to lead the City of Miami’s often factious government. Reyes starts his new job on Monday.
Whose Benefit? How Mr. C Got So Big
A close examination of the zoning bonuses that allowed twin condominium towers in Coconut Grove to exceed base zoning limits by nine stories raises questions about how Miami’s public benefits program is interpreted, documented and enforced.
Life in the Flood Lane: For Many, Soggy is the New Normal
As routine rainstorms increasingly flood streets far from the coastline, Grove residents say clogged drains, rapid development and a lack of city response have made flooding part of everyday life.
Grove Teen Strikes Gold on the World Sailing Stage
Local youth sailor David “Mateo” Coates captured the United States’ only gold medal at the Youth World Sailing Championships in Portugal, becoming the first American in 23 years to win the elite ILCA 6 title — and bringing international sailing glory back to Coconut Grove.
Still Crazy After All These Years: King Mango Strut Photos
The 2026 edition of Coconut Grove’s favorite parade was crazy, colorful and chaotic – just like it should be.
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