The Florida Legislature Is Not Your Friend
Of course, the federal government might kill Florida before Florida can kill itself.
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Readers React to Study That Found Young Miamians Plan to Leave
“It’s because Miami is basically sponsored by Instagram now.”
Let’s Pin Down Gubernatorial Wannabes on What They’ll Do for Florida’s Environment
In the Sunshine State, the environment is the economy, but our governor has done a lousy job of protecting it.
Is Hialeah Really the Worst Place for Turkey Day? Miami Has Thoughts.
“That’s because it’s San Giving….” an Instagram user wrote in response to Hialeah’s low Thanksgiving ranking.
We Have a Winner: The NBA Coach of the Year Race Is Already Over
Our sports columnist calls it early.
Analysis: Under Ron DeSantis, Florida Leads U.S. With 17 Executions in 2025
In many ways, Florida is a microcosm of America’s death penalty system.
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‘The People’s House’: Donald Trump’s East Wing Demolition Sounds an Echo of Havana’s Desecration
Trump’s ballroom will stand as a reminder in limestone, marble, and undoubtedly gold, of what was taken from us.
Is No Nut November Really All It’s Cracked Up to Be?
We asked a local urologist and men’s health specialist for his thoughts, and he didn’t hold back.
Opinion: Florida Open Carry Law + ‘Stand Your Ground’ = New Freedoms + New Dangers
The combination of stand your ground and permitess/open carry is likely to make the Sunshine State far less safe.
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Miami New Times Kicks Off End-of-Year Membership Drive
It’s been quite a year. And now we’re setting out to raise $30,000 to power our newsroom into 2026.
From a Pink Newsroom to Miami New Times: A Serendipitous Return to Storytelling
How detours, dive bars, and deadlines led Edysmar Diaz-Cruz back to the heart of Miami as our new social media editor.
Analysis: What Happens to Floridians If Obamacare Goes Away?
4.7 million Floridians are insured through ACA marketplace plans. What if they lose their subsidies?
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Readers React to Rare Yellow Cardinal Sighting. And No, You Probably Have Not Seen One.
Our video of the sighting reached more than half a million viewers.
Do You Need a Professional Matchmaker to Date in Miami?
Miami singles face unique challenges in the dating world.
The NBA Owes the Miami Heat an Apology — and Their First-Round Pick Back
The league should reinstate Miami’s 2027 first-round pick and remove Terry Rozier’s $26.6 million salary from the books.
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Commentary: Bearing Witness to the Devastation of Florida Keys Coral Reefs
A 2023-24 heat wave caused the extinction of two iconic Florida coral species.
Commentary: Florida Flamingo Population Is On the Rebound
Recent events indicate that flamingos may be coming back to the Sunshine State.
Commentary: Vaccine Mandates and Race: What Joseph Ladapo Didn’t Tell You
Two experts unpack the role of slavery and racism in the history of public health policy.
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Where to Find Performative Males in Miami
Ladies, here’s where you should go if you’re looking for an ally (or someone cosplaying as one).
Opinion: Preserve Core Nutrition Programs in Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade must preserve core nutrition services that keep families, seniors, and workers fed amid looming budget cuts.
Opinion: What Florida Is Doing at Alligator Alcatraz Is Illegal – Full Stop
A Trump-appointed judge gave officials until Thursday to prove they can legally detain migrants in the Everglades.
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Commentary: 1 in 3 Florida Third Graders Have Untreated Cavities
It’s more crucial than ever for parents to protect their kids’ teeth.