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Dem women in State Legislature say outpouring of support for Harris is also coming from Florida
Florida is not one of the states Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign has highlighted as focus areas, but Democratic leaders in the Florida Legislature insist that the campaign’s efforts combined with enthusiasm from voters could put the Sunshine State is in play. Harris has raised $100 million since announcing her bid for the presidency and […]
Historic Black communities often overlooked before and after disaster strikes
Weather watchers everywhere were astounded to see Hurricane Beryl ramp up in just two days from tropical storm strength to a Category 5 behemoth packing wind speeds of 165 mph. Its July 1 emergence as a Category 4 storm and growth the next day to Cat 5 strength were the earliest in...
UF Health liver, kidney, and lung transplant programs top in Florida, No. 5 in U.S.
UF Health’s lung, liver, and kidney transplant programs are the state’s best and in the top 5 nationwide. The post UF Health liver, kidney, and lung transplant programs top in Florida, No. 5 in U.S. appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
DUI, missing elder found in Miami Beach, and grand theft auto among recent KB police activity
Here is a summary of incidents and actions taken by the Key Biscayne Police Department during the period of July 15 to July 21. These incidents were taken from the department’s logs. July 15, 2024. While on patrol, officers at the 600 block of Crandon Boulevard conducted a traffic...
Better Bus Network turns the corner to the benefit of Miami-Dade riders
MIAMI - Months of complaints about the Miami-Dade County's Better Bus Network, that reimagined service by cutting and changing dozens of routes last fall, fueled change.The Department of Transportation authorized adjustments to 21 routes that went into effect this week. One change is in direct response to issues raised in a CBS News Miami investigation in February. "You have no idea how happy this has made me," Jennifer Wallace, a Metro rider for 20 years said. Five months ago, Wallace ran between bus and rail connections wondering how long her bosses would let her show up 45 minutes late...
South Florida young men join abortion rights fight through 10-week course
MIAMI - South Florida men can now join a training program that aims to get them on the front lines in the contentious fight for abortion rights. The course has young men joining the movement to support women's access to abortion and it lasts longer than a woman has time to have an abortion in the state. In just about three months, Floridians will decide at the polls whether to keep or ditch the state's current six-week abortion ban. CBS News Miami took a look at the program."This can't pass without men," said Aaron Bos-Lun is the Deputy Executive Director...
Residents of a Pembroke Pines condo community deemed unsafe ordered to evacuate
FORT LAUDERDALE - The remaining residents of a condominium community deemed unsafe in Pembroke Pines have been given roughly a month to leave.Last year, unsafe structure notices were issued for seven buildings within the Heron Pond Condominium community, 8400 SW 1st Street, that have since been fully evacuated. Additionally, specific units in the seven other buildings were also evacuated. Those ordered to leave did not know if or when they would be allowed to return. Each owner was required to continue paying all bills and fees, according to the property manager. On Wednesday, the city said an unsafe structure...
Miami Dolphins must take former Bills safety Jordan Poyer's ‘fold' criticism seriously | Habib
MIAMI GARDENS — There was a word uttered as the Miami Dolphins opened training camp this week that cannot be ignored. Maybe some will agree with it. Maybe some will...
Gas prices not deterring many Florida RV travelers
As summer travel season peaks, the impact of rising gas prices on RV travelers' budgets is a focal point. The experiences of those at Santa Fe Palms RV Resort in Gainesville highlights this trend, reflecting the post-2020 pandemic growth in RV living, with over three million people hitting the road in RVs.
After reports of shots fired in air, Miami police shoot, kill suspect in Little Havana
A man is dead after being shot by police in the Little Havana section of Miami, authorities said Thursday. The suspect may have been shooting at buildings, according to police, who reported that no officers were injured.
Who Miami football non-conference opponents play week before Hurricanes
The Miami football team opens the 2024 season at Florida on August 31. Games versus Florida A&M, Ball State and at South Florida conclude the non-conference schedule for Miami. Ball State, FAMU and South Florida have varying challenges on their schedules before they play Miami. The 11-14 start in two...
Miami arts nonprofit embroiled in controversy cancels annual awards ceremony
Miami arts nonprofit Oolite Arts has canceled this year’s The Ellies, its annual event that awards grant funding to local artists and arts educators. This comes after months of controversy surrounding the group’s removal a pro-Palestinian artwork from an exhibition. The Ellies, which has awarded $3 million to...
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