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Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Plans Technology Hub Development

Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Plans Technology Hub Development

Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Plans Technology Hub Development
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Miami-Dade's rising cost of living puts pressure on more households

Miami-Dade's rising cost of living puts pressure on more households

Hundreds of thousands of Miami-Dade households were incapable of making ends meet, according to the most recent available data from United Way.
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Man living in Florida for Disney College Program killed by lightning

Man living in Florida for Disney College Program killed by lightning

The man, 20, had just moved to Florida from Michigan to participate in the program, his father told a local news outlet.
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Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Expanding South Florida Presence

Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Expanding South Florida Presence

Stephen Ross's Related Ross Acquires Boca Raton Innovation Campus, Expanding South Florida Presence
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COVID-19 Pandemic Disrupts HIV and STI Prevention Systems, Increasing Transmission Risks

COVID-19 Pandemic Disrupts HIV and STI Prevention Systems, Increasing Transmission Risks

A new study led by Tetyana I. Vasylyeva, DPhil, a professor at UC Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health, reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted interconnected systems for HIV and STI prevention. The research, published in the journal BMC Infectious Diseases, focused on Miami-Dade County, Florida, an area with a high burden of HIV. The study analyzed HIV samples from 1,866 individuals also diagnosed with gonorrhea between 2015 and 2022. Researchers found a notable increase in HIV transmission clusters among individuals with a recent gonorrhea diagnosis during 2020, coinciding with pandemic-related disruptions to prevention services. Specifically, four out of five HIV transmission clusters formed in 2020 included someone diagnosed with gonorrhea in the preceding year, a rate higher than expected by chance. These clusters often emerged early in the pandemic, when clinics reduced services and public health resources were redirected to the COVID-19 response. The findings sug...
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Miami-Dade Property Manager and Contractor Charged in Alleged Kickback Scheme Amid Crumbling Condominiums

Miami-Dade Property Manager and Contractor Charged in Alleged Kickback Scheme Amid Crumbling Condominiums

Richard Murray, 62, and Carlos Mejia, 51, have been charged in Miami-Dade County in connection with an alleged kickback scheme at the Venetian Gardens condominium complex. Carlos Mejia, the property manager for Venetian Gardens, is accused of receiving $185,000, disguised as loans, from Richard Murray, the owner of a construction company contracted to perform work at the complex in 2024. Investigators found no evidence that these 'loan' agreements involved repayment. The charges were announced by the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office, which stated the scheme aimed to defraud condominium homeowners and three members of the board of directors at Venetian Gardens. This alleged fraud comes as residents report that the buildings are crumbling, with issues such as water leaks, falling roofs, and deteriorating walls. A special assessment was passed in 2024 to fund repairs for roofing, windows, and railings, but residents like Beatriz Mejia claim no work was ever done, despite the additional monthly payments. The...
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For the US news industry, a tough summer draws to a close with McClatchy chain's cuts

For the US news industry, a tough summer draws to a close with McClatchy chain's cuts

The McClatchy newspaper chain has made significant layoffs at The Miami Herald and other papers, cutting over 90 unionized journalists across 17 publications
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Doral Councilman Rafael Pineyro Urges Florida Lawmakers to Address ICE Detention Practices

Doral Councilman Rafael Pineyro Urges Florida Lawmakers to Address ICE Detention Practices

Doral Councilman Rafael Pineyro has sent letters and a report to several Florida congresspersons and senators, including Representatives María Elvira Salazar, Mario Díaz-Balart, and Carlos Giménez, and Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody, to denounce the consequences of ICE detentions in Miami-Dade. Pineyro described the current detention practices as 'inhumane' and 'incorrect,' particularly criticizing the targeting of working families and individuals who are actively undergoing immigration processes. He emphasized that his concern is not with the deportation of individuals with criminal records or final expulsion orders, but rather with the indiscriminate arrests of those who are working and awaiting decisions on their immigration cases. Pineyro's actions stem from previous public denunciations of detentions in Doral involving individuals with valid driver's licenses and pending asylum decisions, indicating a sustained effort to address these issues.
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Key FSU commit to visit ACC rival

Key FSU commit to visit ACC rival

Four-star athlete Za'Kari Johnson is one of FSU's top commits, but he is set to visit the Miami Hurricanes.
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'Hog Trail Killer' may have killed as many as 13. Florida is about to execute him

'Hog Trail Killer' may have killed as many as 13. Florida is about to execute him

The Hog Trail Killer would target young men down on their luck, luring them to the woods with promises of cash for nude photos before tying them up and killing them.
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These are the happiest states in America. See where your state ranks

These are the happiest states in America. See where your state ranks

A new report from WalletHub has ranked all 50 states for happiness. Here's who came out on top.
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Heavy Summer Rains Pressure Miami Beach Drainage Systems

Heavy Summer Rains Pressure Miami Beach Drainage Systems

Miami Beach, FL, faces unique challenges during the rainy season due to heavy summer storms and a high water table. These conditions put significant pressure on the island's drainage systems, particularly in older properties with aging cast-iron pipes. Roto-Rooter emphasizes the importance of preventive drain maintenance to avoid storm-season overflows. Their services include professional drain cleaning, which restores full flow through branch lines and main sewer laterals, and video camera inspections to diagnose pipe conditions. Miami Beach's historic Art Deco buildings and mid-century condos often experience recurring clogs caused by grease, mineral scale, and food waste buildup. Clearing yard and storm drains before the rainy season is critical to maintaining proper drainage and preventing backups.