Community News
10/21/2025 · Miami-Dade County
File Kept After Copyright Discussion on Commons
An image file of a 'Battle for Dream Island' Firey plushie will remain available after a copyright discussion on Wikimedia Commons. The decision was made after contributors argued the image's owner was involved in the show's creation and that related content is freely licensed.
France Defeats South Korea at FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup
France secured a victory over South Korea on September 5, 2026, during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin.
10/21/2025
Hialeah Public Works Department Manages City Services
The Hialeah Public Works Department oversees vital city services, including water, waste collection, and street maintenance, with online resources available for schedules and bill pay.
10/21/2025
Biscayne Park Residents: Get Ready for Upcoming Elections
Biscayne Park officials encourage residents to get informed about upcoming elections, including voter registration, polling locations and ballot submission. Contact the Town Clerk's office for local election specifics.
10/21/2025
Aventura Voters Can Preview Sample Ballots for Upcoming Elections
Aventura voters can preview sample ballots for upcoming General and Special Elections, listing candidates and proposed amendments. Official sources will provide the latest information closer to election day.
10/21/2025
North Vietnamese Air Force Deployed MiG-19 Variant in Combat
The North Vietnamese Air Force utilized the Shenyang J-6, a MiG-19 variant, in combat during the Vietnam War, valuing its maneuverability in dogfights over the MiG-21's speed.
10/21/2025
Sporosarcina ureae Bacteria Identified in Miami Soil
The bacterium <i>Sporosarcina ureae</i>, known for its ability to break down urea, has been identified in Miami soil. Its presence underscores the local ecosystem's biological complexity.
10/21/2025
Wikipedia edit filter sparks debate over Sahaja Yoga article sourcing
A Wikipedia user raised concerns about the sourcing of the Sahaja Yoga article, arguing a newspaper feature was unreliable and could skew neutrality. The report was filed on a dedicated Wikipedia page for edit filter issues.
10/21/2025
El Atful Hamlet Mapped in Somalia Administrative Data
The settlement of El Atful in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region has been precisely located and mapped by the Humanitarian Atlas's administrative mapping system.
10/21/2025
Mailmart Coupons Bring Local Savings to Miami-Dade Residents
Mailmart coupons offer residents of Miami-Dade County exclusive savings on dining, entertainment and essential services at local businesses. Check back often for new deals.
10/21/2025
South Florida Conservation Protects Local Livelihoods, Lifestyles
South Florida's wildlife conservation efforts are intrinsically linked to the region's economic vitality and quality of life, supporting local businesses, traditions, and the environment that residents cherish.
10/21/2025
Miami-Dade Considers Fare-Free Public Transit Funded by Full Penny Sales Tax
Miami-Dade may consider a full penny sales tax to make public transportation fare-free for all residents, aiming for a significant improvement in transit services.
10/21/2025
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PUBLICATION
KILL — Stale commemorative announcement (10 days old) with no news event, reportable action, or North Miami connection.
10/21/2025
INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION: Miami-Dade Commission for Women Event
Event details insufficient for publication. Reporter should verify date and obtain substantive information before resubmission.
10/21/2025
City closes Arthur Street bridge for foundation and railing repairs
The Arthur Street pedestrian bridge near Rotary Park has closed for foundation and railing repairs. The city expects to reopen it this fall.
10/21/2025
City closes Arthur Street bridge for foundation and railing repairs
The Arthur Street pedestrian bridge near Rotary Park will close for foundation and railing repairs, with reopening expected this fall.
10/21/2025
Press Conference Details Unavailable
A scheduled press conference from May cannot be covered without details about what was announced or decided.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
Key Biscayne Upgrades Streets With New Patrols, Lights, and Road Work
Key Biscayne is upgrading streetlights, repaving roads, and replacing worn traffic calming devices as part of a Village-wide safety initiative.
10/21/2025
North Miami to Charge Developers Mobility Fee Starting April 2025
North Miami will charge developers a mobility fee starting April 14, 2025, to fund pedestrian, bike, transit, and roadway projects outlined in the city's 2045 plan.
10/21/2025
Hollywood Invites Residents to Adopt Streets for Quarterly Cleanups
Hollywood's new Adopt-A-Street Program invites residents and organizations to maintain city streets through quarterly cleanups, with the city providing supplies and recognition signs.
10/21/2025
Key Biscayne Acts on Resident Priorities: Roads, Traffic, Flood Control
Key Biscayne is moving forward with road paving, traffic improvements, and flood control measures shaped by resident feedback from the 2026 survey.
10/21/2025
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.
10/21/2025
Key Biscayne Tackles Roads, Flooding, and Power Lines After Survey
Key Biscayne will pave roads, improve stormwater systems, and bury power lines based on resident survey feedback. The Village also plans a 2027 beach renourishment project and golf cart safety campaign.
10/21/2025