Miriam Alonso

History Miami Museum commits to crime

Former Miami Bigwig Christine Morales Resigns After Getting Caught Skipping Work by Union

Criminal behavior and slacking off aren't enough to get the boot from Miami City Hall.

Peel the Vote '09: Shock Jock for Commish

Alex Izaguirre He didn't win the mayor's seat in 2005, but Spanish-language radio host Enrique Santos is considering a second run at public office.The popular shock jock, who mans the morning show for La Kalle 98.3, is looking to join the already crowded race to take over Miami City Commissioner Joe ... More >>

"Another Embarrassment for Miami-Dade County"

Alex Izaguirre He didn't win the mayor's seat in 2005, but Spanish-language radio host Enrique Santos is considering a second run at public office.The popular shock jock, who mans the morning show for La Kalle 98.3, is looking to join the already crowded race to take over Miami City Commissioner Joe ... More >>

Three agencies against a Star Destroyer?

Alex Izaguirre He didn't win the mayor's seat in 2005, but Spanish-language radio host Enrique Santos is considering a second run at public office.The popular shock jock, who mans the morning show for La Kalle 98.3, is looking to join the already crowded race to take over Miami City Commissioner Joe ... More >>

Total the Recall

Commish Natacha Seijas is still around. For now anyway.

Who is: Ralph Arza?

Commish Natacha Seijas is still around. For now anyway.

Powers That Be

It's nice to have wealthy and influential friends, especially when you need loads of campaign cash

Meet Mr. Arza

In four short years, state Rep. Ralph Arza has gone from schoolteacher to powerful politician, and now he's about to take control of public education in Miami

Justice, One Page at a Time

Don't hold your breath waiting for Miriam Alonso's criminal trial

Saint Pizzi

Rundle, Milian, or Pizzi as state attorney in '04?

Letters from the Issue of September 26, 2002

Filmmaking in Miami: There is a time to just say no

Busted!

Greed, thievery, corruption, and betrayal -- the sordid tale of Miriam Alonso's downfall

The Hot Seat

Pepe Cancio faced big trouble on his first day as a county commissioner, but no one likes trouble

BEST LOCAL GIRL GONE BAD

Miriam Alonso

BEST LOCAL PHANTASMAGORIA

Miriam Alonso

Letters from the Issue of December 13, 2001

Top Cop Talks Shop: Yes, we've emerged from the dark ages, but can't we just skip over that part?

Now Entering Miriamville

Miriam Alonso may be under criminal investigation but that hasn't distracted her from creating her own city

The Alonso Shell Game

Police and prosecutors remember the old adage: Follow the money

Letters to the Editor

From the issue of September 20, 2001

The Dissection of Miriam Alonso

Corruption investigators are delving into the county commissioner's every financial nook and political cranny

The Secret Flush Fund

Investigators have a question for Miriam Alonso: Where'd the money go?

You Are Cordially Invited

So you weren't among those lucky few who dined with the king and queen? Consider it a compliment.

That's Rich

Wanna know how county commissioners earn their keep? Don't bother checking financial disclosure forms.

Best Local Phantasmagoria

Wanna know how county commissioners earn their keep? Don't bother checking financial disclosure forms.

Haul of Shame

Waste dumps, illicit lobbying, paid supporters, hidden agendas. Or politics as usual in Miami-Dade County.

DeFede

Mail Call

Renting Under the Influence

The county cut off rent subsidies to Commissioner Miriam Alonso, then reversed itself. What a coincidence!

Small Town, Big Hell

Election time in Sweetwater is just another pretext for this rancorous city to go nuts

A Day of Reckoning

Election time in Sweetwater is just another pretext for this rancorous city to go nuts

Principles vs. Politics

Election time in Sweetwater is just another pretext for this rancorous city to go nuts

Don't Call Me a Lobbyist!

Even though my name is Chris Korge and Alex Penelas is my best buddy and all the commissioners are indebted to me and I guarantee you'll get that fat county contract

Take My Son, Please

Even though my name is Chris Korge and Alex Penelas is my best buddy and all the commissioners are indebted to me and I guarantee you'll get that fat county contract

A Merciful Court of Public Opinion

If you think being under federal indictment might have hurt Humberto Hernandez, you don't know the fine folks of District 3

Good Morning, Havana!

If you think being under federal indictment might have hurt Humberto Hernandez, you don't know the fine folks of District 3

Hot Air Waves

The head honcho thinks The Alex and Miriam Show would be totally cool, but internal strife is boiling over at Radio and TV Marti

Dead End

Fico Rojas wanted a treason trial for locals who sought dialogue with Castro. County commissioners named a street after him.

Alonso to Corrupters: Watch Out!

Fico Rojas wanted a treason trial for locals who sought dialogue with Castro. County commissioners named a street after him.

A Primer on Prosecuting Corruption

Fico Rojas wanted a treason trial for locals who sought dialogue with Castro. County commissioners named a street after him.

The Dumping Ground

When family members or cronies need a job, Dade county politicians drop them off at the airport

Letters

When family members or cronies need a job, Dade county politicians drop them off at the airport

The Reports of My Death Are Greatly Exaggerated

Steve Clark battles cancer and fierce rumors of his demise. He says he's more worried about the rumors.

Raising Hell

The growling noise emanating from the Dupont Plaza -- that's the sound assistant city attorneys make when they grumble

Press Clubbed

This past Saturday, October 1, the Florida Press Club bestowed its annual Excellence in Journalism Awards at its convention in Gainesville. This year New Times won six awards in competition with other weeklies around the state.

Three Scenes from the Political Stage

Election night with Steve Clark, Miriam Alonso, and Raul Martinez

Miami's Favorite Cover Girl

One newspaper praises Miriam Alonso, the other criticizes her. One newspaper sits comfortably in its newsracks, the other vanishes mysteriously. Coincidence?

Alonso: The Cadillac and the Threats

Yes, that loudmouth in the fancy car really is the husband of mayoral hopeful Miriam Alonso. And yes, taxpayers are picking up the tab.

Program Notes

Yes, that loudmouth in the fancy car really is the husband of mayoral hopeful Miriam Alonso. And yes, taxpayers are picking up the tab.

Meet Miami's Next Mayor

Part 2: Miriam Alonso knows how to put votes together, but she can't seem to separate dirty tricks from politics

Meet Miami's Next Mayor

Political gangster or humble servant, Miriam Alonso wins either way