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Joe Carollo Campaign Photoshops Opponent in Chavista Beret

By Joshua Ceballos
Oct 19, 2021

A string of mailers from Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo falsely claim that his opponent is in cahoots with Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.
Leaked Audio: Miami Beach Mayor's Private Meeting With Developers About South Beach Entertainment District

By Michael Majchrowicz
Oct 18, 2021

Audio of a meeting that included Mayor Dan Gelber and former mayor Philip Levine reveals a controversial vision for the future of South Beach.
How the Proud Boys Helped Take Down Art Acevedo

By Joshua Ceballos
Oct 15, 2021

An angry outburst at a Proud Boys member was included in a list of the now ex-Miami police chief's alleged transgressions.
Anti-Immigrant Group Almost Redefined "White Nationalism" in Florida Legislation

By Michael Majchrowicz
Oct 13, 2021

According to Floridians for Immigration Enforcement, a white nationalist is defined as "a Caucasian who supports the rule of law and America First."
Miami Police Capt. Javier Ortiz Seeks Whistleblower Protection UPDATED

By Joshua Ceballos
Oct 12, 2021

Miami police Capt. Javier Ortiz, who has racked up 58 citizens' complaints, is seeking whistleblower protection.
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.
Fake Hispanic Miami Beach Commission Candidate Settles Defamation Suit

By Michael Majchrowicz
Oct 6, 2021

A defamation suit against Group 1 commission candidate Kristen Rosen Gonzalez has been settled.
Joe Carollo Says Miami's Havana-Born Police Chief Is Not a "Real Cuban"

By Joshua Ceballos
Oct 1, 2021

During the City Commission's second special meeting regarding Art Acevedo this week, Joe Carollo said Miami's Havana-born police chief is not a "real Cuban."
Six Ridiculous Moments From Miami's "Special" Art Acevedo Meeting

By Joshua Ceballos
Sep 29, 2021

Crotch shots and dirty dancing: All in a "special" day's work for the Miami City Commission.
It Boy Out: Fabian Basabe Disqualified From Miami Beach Commission Race

By Michael Majchrowicz
Sep 24, 2021

A county judge has ruled that Basabe's previous voter registration address bars him from seeking office in Miami Beach this year.
Hollywood Beach Condo May Renege on 47-Year-Old Promise to Residents

By Michael Majchrowicz
Sep 23, 2021

A group of Hollywood residents remains at odds with developers of a proposed 30-story beachfront condo.
Messy Politics Turn Miami Beach Commission Race Into Musical Chairs

By Michael Majchrowicz
Sep 17, 2021

In the days leading up to the qualifying deadline, one candidate was called a "fucking bitch" in an online candidate forum and another dropped out altogether.
Inside One of Miami's "Women's Choice" Anti-Abortion Facilities

By Alex DeLuca
Sep 8, 2021

Some Christian-run anti-abortion centers in Miami masquerade as nonpartisan consulting services for pregnant women.
Former Florida Gubernatorial Candidate to Speak at 9/11 Conspiracy Gathering

By Joshua Ceballos
Sep 8, 2021

While the rest of Miami mourns the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks, one event will peddle debunked conspiracy theories.
Florida Republicans Already Planning Texas-Style Abortion Ban

By Alex DeLuca
Sep 2, 2021

Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson said "there is no question" the state legislature will consider a Texas-style abortion bill.
Surfside Commission Votes Down COVID-19 Testing Site as Cases Spike

By Michael Majchrowicz
Aug 31, 2021

Though the proposed walk-up site wouldn't have cost the town any money, the five-person council rejected it in a 2-2 vote.
Teachers, Lawmakers Exhale After Judge Quashes Anti-Mask Order

By Michael Majchrowicz and Alex DeLuca
Aug 27, 2021

A Florida judge on Friday ruled that Gov. Ron DeSantis' executive order banning mask mandates was overreaching.
Uncle Luke: I Want to Run for Florida Governor

By Luther Campbell
Aug 18, 2021

Luther Campbell is mulling a campaign for Florida governor.
Mobile Billboard Driving Around UM Calls for Alex Azar's Firing

By Joshua Ceballos
Aug 17, 2021

A new mobile billboard from a watchdog group calls on the University of Miami to fire former Trump official Alex Azar.
Fabian Basabe Booted From Democratic LGBTQ Caucus Conference

By Michael Majchrowicz
Aug 13, 2021

The former "it" boy and Miami Beach commission candidate was removed from a Florida LGBTQ Democratic Caucus event.