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Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · Homestead
Press Conference Details Unavailable
A scheduled press conference from May cannot be covered without details about what was announced or decided.
Miami-Dade Courts to Swear in New Citizens on April 12
Miami-Dade County Courts will host a naturalization ceremony April 12, where Judge Lody Jean administers the Oath of Allegiance to new U.S. citizens.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Dade County Bar Association, recognizing her decade-long tenure leading Florida's Eleventh Judicial Circuit.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Hold Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Miami-Dade County Courts will naturalize new U.S. citizens on April 12 at the downtown courthouse, with the ceremony open to the public.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto received the Dade County Bar Association's highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, for her 11-year tenure leading Florida's Eleventh Judicial Circuit.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Host Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Judge Lody Jean will preside over Miami-Dade's naturalization ceremony on April 12, where new citizens will take the Oath of Allegiance at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Hold Naturalization Ceremony April 12
Judge Lody Jean will preside over a naturalization ceremony April 12 at Miami-Dade's main courthouse, where new citizens will take the Oath of Allegiance.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Chief Judge Bertila Soto Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Judge Bertila Soto, who has led Miami-Dade's trial courts since 2013, received the Dade County Bar Association's highest honor for legal professionals.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Homestead Bans Smoking, Vaping in City Parks
Homestead unanimously approved a smoke-free parks ordinance prohibiting cigarettes and vaping in all city recreational areas, with implementation planned before summer sessions begin.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Kissimmee Man Sentenced to 21 Months for Wire Fraud
A Kissimmee man pleaded guilty to wire fraud and was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison, with orders to forfeit more than $640,000.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Homestead Entomologists Combat Newest Invasive Pest: Two-Spotted Cotton Leaf Hopper
Homestead entomologists are researching the Two-Spotted Cotton Leaf Hopper, the newest invasive pest threatening local vegetable crops and Miami-Dade County's agro-ecosystem.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Archbishop Coakley Condemns Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner
Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, condemned the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and called for prayers.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Launch Free Hearing Text Alerts
Miami-Dade courts are offering free text message reminders for upcoming hearings. Residents can choose alerts 7 days out, 24 hours before, or both.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Residents Can Now Get Free Court Hearing Alerts by Text
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit now offers free text alerts for Miami-Dade residents about their court hearings, with optional 24-hour reminders.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Drug Court Program Gets National Spotlight
The National Criminal Justice Reference Service highlighted Miami-Dade County's Drug Court program on its website.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Names Vivian Rodriguez-Del Toro Court Administrator
Vivian Rodriguez-Del Toro took over as Court Administrator of Miami's Eleventh Judicial Circuit on December 18, bringing court operations experience to the role.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Offers Free Text Alerts for Hearing Information
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida now offers a free text alert service for hearing information to Miami-Dade County residents.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Open Bidding for Jury Services Contract
Miami-Dade's Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court seeks vendors to handle jury services. The deadline for proposals is August 14, 2024.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Courts Launch Free Hearing Text Alerts
Miami-Dade Courts now offers free text alerts for hearing dates. Residents can sign up through the court's website.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Federal Court Seeks Lawyer for Civil Rights Case in Miami
The federal court in Miami is recruiting a pro bono lawyer for a civil rights case. The plaintiff alleges constitutional violations during family court proceedings.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Miami-Dade Judicial Circuit Wins National Recognition for Jury Improvements
The 11th Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade County won national recognition for overhauling its jury service system, including higher pay for jurors and new technology to speed up court processes.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Star Orthodontics Expands Treatment Options in Miami-Dade
Dr. Arturo Mosquera's Star Orthodontics provides braces, clear aligners, and surgical orthodontics to Miami-Dade patients, using digital imaging and flexible payment options.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Lymphoma Specialist Dr. Ramu Raju Joins Miami Cancer Institute
Miami Cancer Institute welcomed Dr. Ramu Raju, a board-certified hematologist specializing in lymphoma treatment, to its medical staff this month.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Lymphoma Specialist Dr. Ramu Raju Joins Miami Cancer Institute
Dr. Ramu Raju, a board-certified hematologist specializing in lymphoma, has joined Miami Cancer Institute and is accepting new patients.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Survey: 428 Men Preparing for Priesthood Cite Prayer, Encouragement
A new survey of 428 men preparing for priesthood this year shows strong prayer practices and the decisive role personal encouragement plays in religious vocations.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Kendall Breeze Primary Care Opens in Miami-Dade With Two Doctors on Staff
Kendall Breeze Primary Care opens at 12395 SW 137th Ave. in Miami, offering primary care services through Dr. Olga Lidia Garcia and nurse practitioner Wanda J. Rodriguez.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Type 2 Diabetes Affects Many Miami-Dade Residents. Here's What to Know.
Type 2 diabetes affects many Miami-Dade residents. Doctors recommend lifestyle changes and medication to manage the condition and prevent serious complications.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026