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Lolita on a platform in her tank at the Miami Seaquairum
Business

Ex-Miami Seaquarium Owner Eduardo Albor Reportedly Arrested in Cancun

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 14, 2026

Albor has been mired in Miami Seaquarium’s controversial existence since taking over the now-closed attraction in 2021.

a man in a blue shirt stands with a blank expression
Business

Did Mark Zuckerberg Snag a Mega-Mansion on Miami’s Billionaire Bunker?

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 13, 2026

The Facebook founder will reportedly join Jeff Bezos and Carl Icahn in Indian Creek’s Billionaire’s Bunker.

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Business

Florida Ranks as Third Most Deceitful State in U.S.

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 13, 2026

With Miami often considered the epicenter of con artists and fraudsters in the U.S., this ranking feels painfully accurate.

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Depicted is a headshot of Miami mayoral candidate Eileen Higgins.
Politics & Government

Miami’s First Female Mayor Is Changing the Game

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 12, 2026

Miamians are watching Higgins as she tackles issues like immigration enforcement and affordable housing.

Restaurants

5 South Florida Spots Among 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarFebruary 11, 2026

From a Mediterranean gem to a waterfront seafood spot, five South Florida spots made Yelp’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list.

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Features

Leila Cobo on Miami’s Role in Latin Music’s Global Rise

By Flor FranceschettiFebruary 11, 2026

Promoted to Co-Chief Content Officer at Billboard, Leila Cobo reflects on Miami’s rise and Bad Bunny’s global impact.

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side by side photos of Maria Elvira Salazar. She is smiling on the left sitting at a desk wearing a red suite. She is standing before a background of Miami skyline. The photo on the right is her when she was a journalist at CNN. She is wearing a a large cross necklace, a long sleeve blue shirt, and hoops. The TV in the background says Maria Elvira.
Politics & Government

Miami Rep., Ex-Spanish TV Anchor Slams Spanish-Only Halftime Show

By Naomi FeinsteinFebruary 10, 2026

Salazar’s congressional bio boasts that she has “worked for every major U.S. Spanish-language broadcasting network.”

Jack Doherty wearing a Nike Polo standing the middle of Police Officers wearing bike helmets
Sports

Miami ‘Sh*thead’ Influencer Banned from PGA Tour Events for Expletive Shout

By Naomi FeinsteinFebruary 10, 2026

Jack Doherty paid a spectator to disrupt a golfer at the Phoenix Open.

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Politics & Government

Cuban-American Coral Gables Mayor Prefers Immigrant-Free Halftime Show

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 9, 2026

Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago appears to be one of the 6.1 million viewers to join TPUSA’s safe space from songs in Spanish.

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Kyle Williams of the New England Patriots and a security guard tackle a shirtless man on the field. The man is wearing black glasses and his chest says "Trade," and his stomach says "In the blindspot." He is sitting with Kyle Williams standing over him and security guard has his right arm outstretched.
Sports

Miami Super Bowl Streaker Strikes Again

By Naomi FeinsteinFebruary 9, 2026

There is always a Miami connection.

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Business

Zillow Ranks Miami Among Best Buyers Markets in U.S. for 2026

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 9, 2026

Home buyers in Miami have more negotiating power than in most U.S. metros, according to Zillow.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: Bad Bunny performs onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California.
Concerts

Review: Bad Bunny Brings Latin Pride to the Super Bowl Stage

By Flor FranceschettiFebruary 8, 2026

Declaring “Together, we are America,” the Puerto Rican star’s Super Bowl performance featured Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

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Soccer legend Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy.
Sports

Human Rights Groups Issue Florida Travel Warning for FIFA World Cup

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 5, 2026

The warning comes as millions of foreign travelers are expected while ICE rounds up immigrants.

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Climate & Environment

Did Florida Officials Just Kill More Than 5,000 Frozen Iguanas?

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 5, 2026

If you thought this cold snap was rough for you, consider that FWC collected thousands of iguanas for summary execution

Restaurants

Miami Turkish Restaurant Among Best Date Night Spots in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarFebruary 5, 2026

An intimate Miami hidden gem for Turkish cuisine and sultry music has been named one of the best date night spots in the U.S.

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Business

Miami Ranked Among Most Unaffordable Cities for Homebuyers on Earth

By B. Scott McLendonFebruary 5, 2026

Miami is never beating the millionaires’ playground allegations.

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Education

Miami Professor Sought Epstein Funding for Bahamas Physics Center

By Naomi FeinsteinFebruary 4, 2026

University of Miami physics professor Thomas Curtright sought Epstein’s input and tried to meet with him in person, emails show.

A color photo of popular and controversial local rapper XXXtentacion, head and torso, looking defiant, onstage at the 2017 Rolling Loud hip-hop festival in Miami
Features

The Real Story of South Florida Rapper XXXTentacion

By Tarpley HittFebruary 3, 2026

Two weeks before rapper XXXTentacion (Jahseh Onfroy) was killed, he spoke at length with a New Times reporter.

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Emily Estefan, Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan at The 68th Annual Grammy Awards, broadcasting live Sunday, February 1, 2026 on the CBS Television Network, and streaming live and on demand on Paramount+*.. Photo: Phil McCarten/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Features

Miami Artists Won Big Last Night at the 2026 Grammy Awards

By Osvaldo EspinoFebruary 2, 2026

Gloria Estefan, Bizzy Crook, and Ariana Grande led South Florida’s 2026 Grammy wins.

Bad Bunny accepts the Album of the Year award for "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" onstage during the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Features

Bad Bunny Wins Historic Grammy for Debí Tirar Más Fotos

By Flor FranceschettiFebruary 2, 2026

The Puerto Rican star made Grammy history and called out ICE in his speech, after winning Album of the Year.

Federal agents with their back towards the camera. They wear bulletproof vests that say "Police Federal Agent" and are looking at detained migrants In the background.
Politics & Government

Florida Groups Participate in National Shutdown Protesting ICE

By B. Scott McLendonJanuary 30, 2026

Students, activists, and businesses across the U.S. have signed up for a day of ICE protests.

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a damaged white van and white SUV in the aftermath of a crash
Transportation

Miami Drivers Ranked Most Aggressive, Rudest, and Annoying in U.S.

By B. Scott McLendonJanuary 29, 2026

According to a study by a Los Angeles law firm (and maybe everyone in South Florida), Miami is a Mecca for terrible drivers.

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