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B. Scott McLendon

B. Scott McLendon joined New Times staff in 2025. A national award-winning journalist, he previously covered education, crime, courts, and local government for daily newspapers in Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. He holds a bachelor’s in journalism from Troy University.

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Mayor Francis Suarez Gives Trump Ally Key to Miami

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 13, 2025

Suarez has been handing out more keys than a used car salesman.

Former Miami city commissioner Frank Carollo speaks during a November 2017 commission meeting.

Frank Carollo Can Remain in Miami Runoff Race, Court Rules

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 12, 2025

The Carollo political dynasty lives to fight, hopefully not literally this time, another day.

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Tamarac Mayor Violated Resident’s First Amendment Rights: Report

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 12, 2025

A Tamarac vendor complained about Mayor Michelle Gomez preventing him from selling Kamala Harris shirts at a city park in 2024.

A sprawling 2-acre estate with multiple pink buildings sits behind a massive pink seawall and turquoise waters lapping on the coast.

$185M ‘Demo-Ready’ Palm Beach Estate Hits Market

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 11, 2025

The 17,572-square-foot Palm Beach estate is one of the most expensive listing in the country.

Doral Mayor Shares Thoughts on Venezuelan Residents’ Deportation Fears

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 7, 2025

More than 600,000 Venezuelan refugees, most of whom live in South Florida, lost immigration protections as of November 7.

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Miami-Dade Residents Lead Exodus From Flood-Prone U.S. Counties

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 7, 2025

It’s the first time flood-prone America has lost more residents than it gained since 2019, according to Redfin.com.

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$89M Palm Beach Estate Hits Market as Most Expensive Listing in U.S.

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 6, 2025

Got $89 million lying around doing nothing? You can lie around doing nothing in this 8,000-square-foot pile!

Former Miami city commissioner Frank Carollo speaks during a November 2017 commission meeting.

Frank Carollo Accused of Violating Miami’s New Term Limits

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 6, 2025

Oscar Alejandro is accusing Carollo of violating a new city ordinance by attempting to serve a third term as city commissioner.

Prolifically Banned Laura Loomer Gains Pentagon Press Access

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 4, 2025

The Barry University alumna banned from Uber, YouTube, Facebook, Google, and PayPal is deemed fit to cover the Pentagon.

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Miami Mayoral Candidates: Who’s Who in a Crowded Field

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 4, 2025

13 hopefuls are vying to succeed Francis Suarez as mayor of Miami. Bet you can’t name ’em all.

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Florida Named Most Dangerous State for Bicyclists

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 3, 2025

In a state known for road rage, are we shocked?

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South Florida Donors Help Fund Trump’s $250 Million White House Ballroom

By B. Scott McLendonNovember 3, 2025

While scores of Americans worry about losing SNAP benefits and their loved ones to ICE, Trump is building a $250 million playground.

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Is Trump Trying to Turn the White House into Mini-Mar-a-Lago?

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 30, 2025

Renderings of his controversial $250 million East Wing ballroom look eerily similar to his Palm Beach estate.

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You’ve Probably Driven on Miami’s F1 Track

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 24, 2025

For less than $50, your Mom’s old Honda Civic can leak oil on the same track graced by $20 million F1 cars.

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LaLiga Cancels Miami League Match After Complaints

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 22, 2025

Tickets were set to go on sale the night of the cancellation.

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House-Poor U.S. Cities Rankings Hit Very Close to Home

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 22, 2025

This list gives new resonance to the name Pembroke Pines.

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Fish and Wildlife Seeks Dumbass Who Shot a Crocodile with a Spear Gun in Key Largo

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 21, 2025

The state agency has offered $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the culprit.

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Final Iguana Boss: Florida Man Claims Record With Massive Catch

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 16, 2025

While no official record exists, a South Florida man appears to have a legitimate claim with a gargantuan iguana he recently caught.

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New Miami Winter Forecast Predicts Low Chance of Frozen Iguanas

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 15, 2025

The National Weather Service predicts a warmer and drier-than-average winter for South Florida.

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Video: Miami Abuzz as SpaceX Rocket Lights up South Florida Skies

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 14, 2025

Some confused social media users thought they saw a UFO.

Depicted are cartoon video game characters collaged on top of a photo of Brickell City Center in Miami.

Florida Becomes a Fortnite Lobby as Open Carry Booms

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 13, 2025

Sightings of armed residents have seemingly risen since Florida removed its ban on open-carry.

Depicted is a white, Mediterranean-inspired tower apartment in Palm Beach.

‘Landmark’ Palm Beach Penthouse of Heiress Fame Hits Market For $38M

By B. Scott McLendonOctober 10, 2025

The landmark home has remained off the market for decades while serving as home of Mimi Galloway Duncan.

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