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New Times’ Spring Membership Campaign Was Our Best to Date

By Celia AlmeidaMay 8, 2026

Contributions came from 189 members, 49 of those new (welcome!).

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Think Tank ‘Report’ Calling Miami a Failure of Assimilation Is Bullshit

By Jose D. DuranMay 6, 2026

Bad stats and baseball scores are used to demonize the Magic City.

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Analysis: Florida Voters Don’t Like Gerrymandering

By Daniel A. SmithMay 1, 2026

About two-thirds of voters surveyed said they oppose redrawing district lines to advantage a political party.

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Readers React to Pilot’s Lawsuit Over Airport’s Trump Rebrand

By Brittany ShammasApril 22, 2026

“DELUSIONAL,” one reader wrote.

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Trying to Save Money? Lock Down Your Situationship.

By Asha EliasApril 21, 2026

The economics of coupledom (or throupledom) make sense.

Support Local Journalism: Our Spring Membership Drive Is Underway

Support Local Journalism: Our Spring Membership Drive Is Underway

By Chelsey Dequaine-JerabekApril 7, 2026

This campaign isn’t just about raising money. It’s about showing you what it takes to do this work and why it matters.

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How Bad Is Dating in Miami? Local Singles Speak Out.

By Asha EliasApril 7, 2026

We asked for the good, the bad, and the ugly. The answers were pretty one-sided.

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Readers React to Potential Lawsuit Over Trump Presidential Library in Miami

By Brittany ShammasApril 6, 2026

“Should feature only books that Trump has actually read.”

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You Ask, We Answer: Introducing the Weekly WTF

By Lauren Antonoff HartApril 1, 2026

The only thing better than journalism made for you, is journalism inspired by you. Submit your questions about life in Miami so we can investigate.

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“Who’s Taking That Poop at the Top in the Portable Potty?”

By Chelsey Dequaine-JerabekMarch 21, 2026

Readers respond to our story on the Miami Signature Bridge cracks. A few really want to know the situation with that Porta Potty.

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‘Can I Get a Moment of Silence for Swensen’s?’

By Chelsey Dequaine-JerabekMarch 19, 2026

We recently published a list paying tribute to the restaurants that raised Miami locals. Here’s what readers had to say about our selections.

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Miami New Times Audience Survey Now Open

By Chelsey Dequaine-JerabekMarch 5, 2026

Let’s talk, Miami. By taking our audience survey, you’ll give us critical insight into what you expect (and want) from New Times.

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State of the Union: I Watched, So You Didn’t Have to

State of the Union: I Watched, So You Didn’t Have to

By Patricia CalhounFebruary 25, 2026

Thirteen months after Donald Trump moved back into the White House, we’re in a state of disbelief.

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OPINION: Miami’s ICE Agreement Was Optional and It’s Time to End It

By Thomas KennedyFebruary 16, 2026

Miami did not have to sign a 287(g) deal with ICE. Legal clarity and voter backlash make ending it both possible and necessary.

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Worse Than Before: Florida Eyes New Tactics for School Book Bans

By Mitchell KaplanFebruary 11, 2026

New Florida bills would expand book bans and deny students literature’s full context and value.

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Standing With Our Communities, Supporting All Immigrants

Standing With Our Communities, Supporting All Immigrants

By Scott Tobias and OthersJanuary 30, 2026

Voice Media Group supports those participating in the nationwide ICE strike, and does not support the current administration’s actions against immigrants. A message from our CEO and editorial director.

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Readers React to Hialeah Mayor’s Crusade Against The Rip

By Celia AlmeidaJanuary 27, 2026

Some users gave Bryan Calvo the benefit of the doubt, but most said the city has bigger fish to fry than a Netflix movie.

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Analysis: Trump Assassination Trial Exposes Flaws in Self-Representation

By Chandra BozelkoJanuary 21, 2026

Some defendants who take on their own defense don’t fare as poorly as one might expect.

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Miami Would Sell an Organ for Hurricanes Championship Tickets

By Naomi FeinsteinJanuary 16, 2026

Canes fans are willing to sell their spleens, livers, and kidneys.

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Analysis: The Seizure of Venezuela’s Maduro Is Unprecedented

By Alan McPhersonJanuary 5, 2026

Though the U.S. has a history of intervention, Maduro’s seizure represents a first in modern foreign policy.

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Dirty Dozen 2025: South Florida’s Most Shameful Characters

By Miami New Times staffDecember 31, 2025

Presenting the top 12 Floridians who caused us to cringe most at the sting of guilt by association.

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8 Most Miami Headlines of 2025: Epstein’s Sweatshirt, ‘All Lives Splatter,’ and a Birkin

By Naomi FeinsteinDecember 30, 2025

From Casey DeSantis’ beef with Bad Bunny to Publix allowing open carry, here are some wild stories we covered in 2025.

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