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Miami-Dade Braces for "Sixth Wave" of COVID-19

By Jess Swanson
Jun 7, 2022

The county's seven-day case positivity rate is at the highest level since the Omicron surge.
If Most Floridians Have COVID-19 Antibodies, Why Is Miami-Dade's Case Positivity Rising?

By Joshua Ceballos
May 5, 2022

In Miami-Dade, approximately 131 more COVID-19 cases were reported each day last week than the week before.
Is Omicron Over? COVID Cases Down 50 Percent in Miami-Dade

By Michael Majchrowicz
Feb 9, 2022

The variant appears to be in retreat, but this is no time to get complacent about COVID-19.
Florida Prisoners Lack Access to COVID Boosters Amid Omicron Uptick

By Alex DeLuca
Jan 20, 2022

COVID-19 cases in Florida prisons have increased 2,300 percent in less than a month.
COVID-19 Surge Alters South Florida Theater Schedules — Again

By Artburst Miami
Jan 14, 2022

GableStage, Miami New Drama, and others adapt to the latest COVID-19 surge.
Coincidence? Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Caught COVID After Partying in Miami

By Joshua Ceballos
Jan 10, 2022

The U.S. congresswoman tested positive for COVID-19 after partying in Miami Beach.
Feds: South Florida Man Bought Lambo, Designer Clothes, Rolexes With PPP Money

By Michael Majchrowicz
Jan 4, 2022

Valesky Barosy has been charged with a slew of financial crimes and faces up to 132 years in prison.
Party On: City of Miami Pushes Ahead With Bayfront Park New Year's Eve Fest Despite Omicron Surge

By Joshua Ceballos
Dec 30, 2021

Latin pop singer Noelia says Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo and his wife urged her "not to sabotage the event."
Omicron Surge: COVID-19 Cases Have Quadrupled in Miami-Dade

By Alex DeLuca
Dec 29, 2021

Since last month, the county's case-positivity rate jumped from 1 percent to 24 percent.
Lettuce and Umphrey’s McGee Cancel New Year’s Eve Shows in Miami Beach

By Tom Shackleford
Dec 27, 2021

Lettuce and Umphrey’s McGee planned to celebrate the arrival of the new year with their Miami fans.
A Poem: "Merry Christmas, I’ve Scheduled Your Vaccine Appointment"

By Raj Tawney
Dec 24, 2021

A Christmas poem by Raj Tawney.
'Tis The Season to Wait in Line for COVID-19 Tests

By Joshua Ceballos
Dec 22, 2021

'Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the county, COVID-19 cases were rising precipitously.
Where to Get Your COVID-19 Booster in Miami-Dade

By Michael Majchrowicz
Dec 21, 2021

There are dozens of locations where you can obtain your COVID booster shot for free.
Where to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster in Miami-Dade and Broward

By Miami New Times staff
Dec 20, 2021

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster is available to all Floridians 5 and older.
III Points Finally Returns with COVID Testing Requirements in Place

By Celia Almeida
Oct 15, 2021

III Points attendees must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours or proof of vaccination.
Proud Boy Rabbi Offers Religious Exemptions for COVID-19 Vaccines

By Joshua Ceballos
Oct 7, 2021

A controversial rabbi and member of the far-right Proud Boys offers religious exemption letters for COVID-19 vaccine requirements.
Police Bust Two Unsanctioned Frat Parties at University of Miami

By Alex DeLuca
Sep 21, 2021

More than 50 people were in attendance at two unsanctioned, on-campus frat parties.
Arsht Center to Require Negative COVID Test for All Guests

By Michael Majchrowicz
Sep 21, 2021

Arsht Center's new health protocols go into effect October 5.
Anti-Vaccine Extremist From South Florida Who Hoped to Get COVID-19 Has "Brutal" Case

By Alex DeLuca
Sep 17, 2021

Laura Loomer said a case of COVID-19 would be like eating "bad fajitas." Now she's pleading for prayers.
Anti-Mask School Board Member Honored for Role as Public Health Advocate

By Michael Majchrowicz
Sep 15, 2021

Organizers of the South Florida Hispanic Women of Distinction Awards stand by the decision to honor Lubby Navarro.

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