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La Quinta Investigating Miami's Viral Remote Receptionist

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 5, 2025

A visitor seemed stumped during a recent trip to a Miami La Quinta when they had to check in using a remote receptionist.

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Florida's Back-to-School Tax Breaks: What to Know

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 1, 2025

Let the annual Footlocker siege begin.

Miami Li'l Abner Mobile Home Landlord Is Alligator Alcatraz Contractor

By Alex DeLuca

Jul 30, 2025

Several ambulances bearing the National Health Transport (NHT) logo were recently spotted leaving the detention center.

Context of a Generation Cultivates the Next Generation of South Florida Artists

By Sarah Perkel

Jul 24, 2025

The nonprofit, cofounded by two Goulds sisters, mentors local poets and musicians.

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Minivela, Backed by Carlos Ponce, Courts Young Latinos With Short-Form Telenovelas

By Caroline Val

Jul 3, 2025

Collaborators include Brilla Media cofounder Manny Ruiz and popular content creators Haydita Veloz and Alexander "Mr. Red" Arias.

Miami Developer Avra Jain Settles With Creditors Over $2.4M Judgment

By Naomi Feinstein

Jun 23, 2025

Her former attorneys tried to claw back Jain's donations from UM to satisfy the $2.4 million they were owed.

Former Miami NIL King John Ruiz Launches a Meme Coin

By Naomi Feinstein

Jun 9, 2025

"MediCoin is just getting started but already has a $50 million+ market value," the cryptocurrency's website reads.

Tattoos by Lou: The Life and Legacy of Miami’s Oldest Tattoo Shop

By Isabel Wilder

Jun 5, 2025

Owner Michelle Cameron recounts local tattoo history for the family-run Miami institution, Tattoos by Lou.

Venus Williams and Serena Williams watch the grid presentation prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 07, 2023 in Miami, Florida

9 Florida Residents Make Forbes List of Richest Self-Made Women

By Naomi Feinstein

Jun 4, 2025

Among the nine newcomers to this year's list, three are Florida residents.

How to Keep Your Crypto Wallet Safe After Miami Man Kidnapped Trader

By Nicholas Yee

May 30, 2025

Police in NYC arrested a Miami man in a crypto kidnapping case. Here are five tips to protect your digital assets from theft.

Miami Rallies Behind Boia De After Chef, Wine Director's Home Burns Down

By Alex DeLuca

May 29, 2025

Boia De's chef de cuisine and wine director lost their home, most of their belongings, and their cats in a house fire.

(L-R) H.E. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Minister of Investment, Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia; Mayor Francis Suarez of Miami; and Kenneth C. Griffin, Founder & CEO, Citadel, sit on a panel together during the second day of the FII PRIORITY Summit held at the Faena Hotel on February 20, 2025, in Miami Beach

Francis Suarez Among Guests for Trump's Saudi Arabia Lunch

By Naomi Feinstein

May 13, 2025

Suarez is the only sitting elected U.S. official on the list that features several business executives.

An open book on a table shows a map. Behind it are an antique lamp and bookshelves with hundreds of books

The 7 Best Indie Bookstores in South Florida

By Asha Elias

May 13, 2025

Tired of Netflix? The ancient art of reading is thriving at these local stores.

Lawsuit: New Jersey Man Scammed in Lauderhill Grocery Store Purchase

By B. Scott McLendon

May 6, 2025

The lawsuit calls for a jury to award him $200,000, according to court records.

Fort Lauderdale's Spirit Airlines Ranked the Best in the U.S. Yes, Really.

By Celia Almeida

Apr 25, 2025

The ultra-low-cost carrier beat out major airlines, including American, Delta, United, and JetBlue.

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Miami TikTok Finds an Itch You Didn't Know Needed Scratching

By B. Scott McLendon

Apr 24, 2025

TikTokers are abuzz about a South Florida business offering scratch therapy.

Glow Pilates Reformer: A Haven of Classical Pilates and Wellness in Coral Gables

By Jen Karetnick

Apr 17, 2025

Founded by Beatriz Suarez, the studio provides reformer-based classes and private sessions catering to various needs, from improving fitness to managing chronic illnesses.

A brown paper bag with a marijuana symbol on it against an orange background

Miami's Top Five Weed Dispensaries That Deliver Right to Your Door

By Alex DeLuca

Apr 17, 2025

In no particular order, here are five of the best dispensaries that deliver weed in Miami.

The president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, and Donald Trump have a chat while an artist conception of a bag of coffee beans rests in the corner

Uh, Why Is the LLC Behind El Salvador President's Coffee Company Based in Miami?

By Alex DeLuca

Apr 15, 2025

Bean of Fire, El Salvador president Nayib Bukele's coffee brand, appears to be registered to a Miami-based LLC.

Interior Designer Maggie Cruz Marks 20 Years of Making Miami Homes Beautiful

By Carolina del Busto

Apr 10, 2025

Her interior design business, Maggie Cruz Interior Design (MCID), caters to both residential and commercial clients.

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MIA Is Finally Getting Nap Rooms

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