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A wide shot of a road with trees on either side, with a blue sign that reads, "Alligator Alcatraz."

Florida Nonprofits Hope Hotline Connects Immigrant Detainees, Families

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 18, 2025

It's part of Florida Immigrant Coalition's ongoing campaign against Alligator Alcatraz.

Side-by-side images of a black "The Deport Depot" coffee mug and a black "The Deport Depot" mesh hat featuring logos that mimic that of The Home Depot

Florida GOP Quietly Deletes Deportation Depot Merch Days After Launch

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 18, 2025

"We won't back down to the radical left," Florida GOP posted on X, announcing the merch days before it disappeared.

A shirt print shows an apparent AI image of an alligator dressed in law enforcement garb.

Etsy Shop Plays Both Sides of Political Fence With Alligator Alcatraz

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 31, 2025

If you're looking for a gift for your liberal cousin and your xenophobic aunt, we've got the shop for you.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection boat patrols the waters near Miami Beach.

The New Deportation Economy? ICE, CBP Hiring Booms in South Florida

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 31, 2025

Six-figure pay, Trump-themed ads, and the rise of Alligator Alcatraz reflect a fresh surge in immigration enforcement hiring.

An illustration of Donald Trump pulling politicians on a string as if they are puppets.

Keep Them Honest Calls Out Miami Reps Over Alligator Alcatraz

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 31, 2025

The signs are meant to welcome Congressmen Díaz-Balart and Giménez as they return for the August congressional recess.

A TV in a museum displays images of Cuban protesters. One holds up a sign reading, "Nos Estan Matando (They're killing us) SOS Cuba." On the right of the TV, a painting displays the slogan, "Patria y Vida (Homeland and Life)"

American Museum of the Cuban Diaspora Exhibition Commemorates July 11 Protests

By Caroline Val

Jul 25, 2025

Four years after one of the biggest uprisings in the island's modern history, hundreds of protesters remain behind bars.

Miami Shores Village Council votes on the controversial 287(g) agreement.

Miami Shores Defers 287(g) Deal

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 23, 2025

South Florida cities have been signing on since President Donald Trump began his heavy-handed immigration enforcement.

A woman speaks to reporters about her husband's experience in Alligator Alcatraz.

Detainees' Families Decry Alligator Alcatraz 'Humanitarian Crisis'

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 23, 2025

They joined protesters in urging Miami-Dade County officials to immediately evacuate and close the facility.

President Donald Trump addresses reporters in the Florida Everglades.

Poll: Miami Residents Sour on Trump Over Immigration, Economy

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 17, 2025

Is South Florida's red wave beginning to break?

President Donald Trump spreads his arms as doves fly around him in an altered photo.

Miami Readers React to Florida Man's Nobel Prize Nomination

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 11, 2025

Readers on social media responded immediately, pointing out the irony of President Donald Trump's nomination.

Federal and state officials visit Alligator Alcatraz.

Did a State Official Censor Anti-Alligator Alcatraz Billboards?

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 10, 2025

Immigration advocates put up the billboards on Dolphin Expressway Monday, but the company removed them the same day.

ICE agents arrest a man in Boynton Beach in January 2025.

Key West Caves, Joins ICE Partnership After AG Threat

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 9, 2025

Mayor Danise Henriquez called a special meeting Tuesday to discuss commissioners' options.

With 'Miami Saves America,' 5loko Aims to Promote Enlightened Patriotism

By Kearra Weiting

Jul 2, 2025

A group of young Miami creatives hopes to drive meaningful change in an anti-immigrant climate.

Celebrate Juneteenth by Any Means Necessary With a Film Screening in Overtown

By Jose D. Duran

Jun 18, 2025

While it's unclear how DEI rollbacks will affect national Juneteenth celebrations, local events are still going forward.

An ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officer arrests someone as another officer looks on

Dozens Speak Out as Miami Approves ICE Agreement

By B. Scott McLendon

Jun 17, 2025

Residents begged Miami city commissioners not to empower cops to pitch in with immigration enforcement. It didn't work.

Protesters in Miami rally against President Donald Trump policy decisions.

Photos: Miami Residents Protest President at 'No Kings' Rally

By B. Scott McLendon and Michele Eve Sandberg

Jun 16, 2025

Miami protesters expressed dissent on issues ranging from ICE's immigration raids to DOGE cuts to Trump's military parade.

What Ralph Rosado's Election Means for Miami's ICE Agreement

By B. Scott McLendon

Jun 16, 2025

The city commission deferred the item until it could replace the late Manolo Reyes.

Blurred photo of vandalized Jackie Robinson mural

Dorsey Park Black History Mural Vandalized with Racist, Anti-Semitic Graffiti

By Naomi Feinstein

Jun 3, 2025

The mural honors the legacy of baseball's groundbreaking Negro Leagues.

Miami Inspired Aja Monet's New Collection of Poems, Florida Water

By David Rolland

Jun 2, 2025

The poet and activist wrote the book in Little Haiti, and it contains tributes to Purvis Young and the Maroons.

Pro-immigration demonstrators protest in front of a federal office in Miami.

List: Nationalities with the Worst Odds of Gaining Asylum in Miami

By B. Scott McLendon

Apr 29, 2025

Some nationalities face significantly worse odds than other when it comes to seeking asylum in Miami.

Social Justice

Mural Vandalized With Racist Graffiti Has Been Restored

Arts Organizations Demand Full Funding Restoration

Social Justice

Mural Vandalized With Racist Graffiti Has Been Restored

Arts Organizations Demand Full Funding Restoration

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