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Tom Finkel

Tom Finkel is editor-in-chief of Miami New Times, where he guides the coverage of the print publication and online website. Tom worked at New Times from 1989-1997, then rejoined the paper in 2019. In between, he served as editor-in-chief of City Pages (Minneapolis), Riverfront Times (St. Louis), and the Village Voice in New York. His own writing has earned accolades including an NABJ Award of Excellence for Investigative Reporting and the Transatlantic Review Henfield Foundation Fiction Award. Tom holds a BA in philosophy from Washington University in St. Louis and an MA in creative writing from Brown University.

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The Wanderer: Mayor Suarez Photobombs Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia

By Tom FinkelAugust 25, 2024

One day Miami’s mayor appears to be chilling in Miami. The next day he turns up in Saudi Arabia alongside the crown prince.

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Updated List: Every Known Florida School District Book Ban, July 2021-June 2024

By Alex DeLuca and OthersAugust 23, 2024

A list of every known book ban instituted in Florida public school districts since July 1, 2021.

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Florida Lobster Mini-Season Is Back: Please Don’t Die!

By Nicole Danna and OthersAugust 1, 2024

Florida’s spiny lobster mini-season is one of the most dangerous times to dive.

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Dive In! What You Need to Know About Florida Lobster Mini-Season 2024

By Tom FinkelJuly 24, 2024

Florida lobster mini-season starts soon – here’s what you need to know before you dive in.

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Here’s Our 1996 Review of Twister From the Archives

By Todd Anthony and OthersJuly 24, 2024

Revisiting New Times‘ 1996 review of the original Twister.

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Gloria and I thank President Biden for his years of service and for acknowledging what is now apparent. Our nation needs energetic and engaged leadership.

President Trump remains the best person to lead our nation with energy, strength, and vision.
This crisis for Democrats should be laid on the lap of the Democratic elites who have bypassed a Democratic nomination process. At the same time it's clear that Joe Biden isn't capable of governing and or campaigning. It should have never come to this.

We should elect President Trump on the merits of his policy to restore America's stability, prosperity and national security.

Spokesperson Apologizes for Sharing Mayor Suarez’s Trump Endorsement to City of Miami Instagram Account

By Tom FinkelJuly 22, 2024

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez had some thoughts about the presidential race to share…and unshare.

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President Joe Biden Drops Out of 2024 Race, Endorses Kamala Harris

By Tom FinkelJuly 21, 2024

A little after 2:30 p.m., Miami Mayor Francis Suarez shared his opinion on Biden’s move, then deleted it. We screenshot it.

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Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Odds, Schedule, and More

By Tom Finkel and OthersJune 11, 2024

The Panthers were NHL underdogs all year long. Those days are gone, friends.

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Miami Readers Weigh in on Florida’s “Worst State for Singles” Status

By Tom FinkelJune 10, 2024

A Spokeo study finds Florida the worst of all 50 U.S. states for singles. New Times readers didn’t hesitate to debate.

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New Times Kicks Off Spring Membership Campaign

By Tom FinkelMay 20, 2024

Please consider pitching in with a contribution to fund our local news coverage. We’ve set a goal of raising $4,000 by June 7.

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Florida Storm Chasers and Others Share Northern Lights Photos

By Tom FinkelMay 11, 2024

The NOAA forecast had a blind spot: Floridians reported seeing Northern Lights in the Sunshine State – including near Miami.

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A Borealis Miracle? Are More Northern Lights in Store for Florida Tonight?

By Tom FinkelMay 11, 2024

Solar flare activity may make the aurora borealis visible across swaths of the U.S. – but not Miami.

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We Asked for It! Readers Weigh in on Consequences for Boca Bash Boat Trash-Dumping Teens

By Tom FinkelMay 10, 2024

New Times Instagram followers suggest consequences for Boca Bash boat trash-dumping teens.

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Seath Jackson: The Murder Case That Refuses to Die

By Stephen Lemons and OthersMay 3, 2024

News stories, updates, documentaries, podcasts, and videos about the infamous 2011 Florida teen murder case.

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The Most Expensive New Real Estate Listing on the U.S. Market Is This Miami House

By Tom FinkelMay 2, 2024

The very rich are different from you and me. They buy fancy houses on manmade islands and then sell them to other very rich people.

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Got $30M to Spare? A Historic Miami Vice House in Coconut Grove Is for Sale

By Tom FinkelApril 16, 2024

The home at 3467 N. Moorings Way dates to 1925 and was designed by famed architect Walter DeGarmo – and appeared in two separate episodes of Miami Vice.

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Are You an Optimist or a Pessimist? Partly Cloudy or Mostly Sunny Skies for the Eclipse in Miami

By Tom FinkelApril 8, 2024

Looking ahead to today’s solar eclipse, here’s the forecast for Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

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Don’t Look Up Without ‘Em: Where to Get Eclipse Glasses in Miami and South Florida

By Tom FinkelApril 2, 2024

Here’s how and where to score safe eclipse glasses – including free ones, while supplies last.

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What to Know About the April 8 Solar Eclipse in Miami and South Florida

By Tom FinkelMarch 27, 2024

We aren’t in the path of totality, but it’ll still be spectacular (weather permitting).

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Bob Dylan Kicked Off His Spring Tour Swing With a Big Surprise at the Broward Center

By Tom FinkelMarch 2, 2024

Bob Dylan’s sold-out March 1 show at the Broward Center offered one stunner: his first performance of Jimmy Rogers’ 1956 blues hit “Walking by Myself.”

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Miami New Times Announces Partnership With News Revenue Hub

By Tom FinkelFebruary 26, 2024

Our dedication to providing free, quality journalism to the South Florida community remains unwavering, but the landscape that sustains this commitment is evolving.

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Color and Share Your Own Miami New Times Paint-by-Numbers Art Basel Selfie!

By Tom FinkelDecember 1, 2023

Hunt down a physical copy on the streets of Miami or download a PDF – and show us your artistic side.

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