Public Safety · Miami-Dade County
The National Weather Service upgraded coastal flood statements to Coastal Flood Advisories for Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, effective through Thursday at 11 p.m., with moderate flooding expected during high tide cycles. A king tide event spanning Oct. 24-30 coincides with a complex atmospheric setup bringing heavy rain and strong onshore winds, with the greatest concern from Saturday through Monday. The Weather Prediction Center issued a slight risk for excessive rainfall on Saturday, Oct. 24, with scenarios ranging from 1-2 inches to 5-7 inches of rain over 48 hours in affected metro areas. Sunday could bring sustained winds of 25-30 mph with gusts exceeding 40 mph, while Palm Beach County remains under a High Surf Advisory with 5-7 foot waves and high rip current risk through Friday.
Local Politics · Miami, FL
Miami city commissioners approved new regulations for e-scooters and other micro-mobility devices, prohibiting sidewalk riding and setting a 20 mph speed limit. The ordinance requires riders to be at least 16 years old and is expected to take effect in approximately 10 days. Commissioners also voted to significantly increase civil penalties for animal cruelty, with first-time offenders facing fines up to $2,500. These changes follow recent incidents involving micro-mobility devices and high-profile cases of animal neglect in the city.
Local Politics · Miami-Dade County
Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz announced the termination of the Sergeant-at-Arms program, which provides security and transportation for county officials, citing a $4.1 million annual cost. Mayor Daniella Levine Cava opposed the move as a significant security challenge and disputed the funding claims, noting the sheriff’s office received its largest-ever budget allocation. The dispute stems from broader budget tensions where commissioners rejected the sheriff's request for additional funds. The mayor has requested a detailed transition plan before the program ends next month.
Crime · North Miami, FL
A second suspect, Naquon Jahrell Fagan, 25, was arrested in connection with an Oct. 3 abduction and shootout at the Aliro Apartments on Biscayne Boulevard in North Miami that ended in the murder of 22-year-old Eddrick Bethune. Authorities said Fagan rented the Toyota Camry used in the kidnapping and purchased black gloves hours before the crime, per surveillance video and cellphone data. The first suspect, Devorise Carl Johnson, 21, was arrested Oct. 15 on charges including first-degree murder/kidnapping, attempted murder, armed robbery and falsely impersonating an officer. Bethune's body was discovered the following morning near Southwest 216th Street and Southwest 189th Avenue in southwest Miami-Dade, and the Camry was later found intentionally set on fire.
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Crime · Miami Beach, FL
Arraignment hearings for music executive William Leonard Roberts II, known as Rick Ross, have been rescheduled to Friday, November 6, following his arrest on domestic violence allegations. His attorneys stated that prosecutors had not yet formally filed charges when the initial hearing was scheduled for Thursday in Miami. The arrest stems from an alleged incident on August 28 at Roberts' home on Star Island, where police say he choked and struck his ex-girlfriend. Roberts bonded out of jail on October 1 and has denied the allegations, while police maintain they established probable cause based on evidence including surveillance video.
Crime · Miami-Dade County
Deputies responded to a shooting at the 15400 block of Southwest 148th Street in southwest Miami-Dade County on Thursday after receiving a report around 11 a.m. Authorities found a man and a woman with gunshot wounds at the residence; the man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the woman was transported to a hospital in critical condition. Investigators stated the incident appeared to be domestic in nature, involving an argument where the man shot the woman before turning the gun on himself. The specific familial relationship between the two individuals has not yet been determined.
Public Safety · Miami-Dade County
Animal control officers removed a pit bull named Diablo from a home in Northwest Miami-Dade after it attacked a 17-year-old girl on Wednesday afternoon. The victim, who suffered serious injuries requiring surgery, has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering. The dog's owner voluntarily surrendered the animal to Miami-Dade Animal Services, stating the pet will be euthanized. Deputies reported that the dog aggressively approached them upon arrival, prompting officers to deploy a Taser, though the animal was not struck.
Pet Related · Miami-Dade County
A family dog named Diablo attacked a 17-year-old girl at a property near Northwest 66th Street and 17th Avenue in northwest Miami-Dade, causing several injuries. The teenager was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and reported out of surgery. Miami-Dade Animal Services took custody of the dog Thursday afternoon after deputies found it cornered in a backyard, where one deputy deployed an electronic control weapon that did not strike the animal. The dog's owner, who lives in Homestead and rents the property to others, said she had difficulty getting Animal Services to accept the dog because the shelter was full.
Public Safety · Miami-Dade County
A young girl was hospitalized after being bitten by a family dog inside a home on Northwest 66th Street in Miami-Dade County. Deputies responded to the scene Wednesday night, where they used a taser to prevent the American pit bull from attacking an officer before it fled. The victim was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, with her condition remaining unclear as of late Wednesday.
Local Politics
Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds and Democratic candidate David Jolly held campaign events across South Florida on Tuesday and Wednesday as early voting began. Donalds' running mate Bryan Avila spoke at Islas Canarias in Southwest Miami-Dade before joining a bus tour stop at The Floridian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. Donalds also appeared at La Carreta in Southwest Miami-Dade, while Jolly joined former President Bill Clinton for a gathering in Pembroke Park. Both candidates emphasized voter turnout ahead of the November 3 election.
Social Events · Fort Lauderdale, FL
Chef Allen Susser launches a new weekly farmers market at Sunness Supper Club in Fort Lauderdale starting Sunday, October 25, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Delray Beach GreenMarket season begins Saturday at Old School Square, featuring over 70 vendors through May 22. Other regional events include the start of the Jane Goodall holographic exhibit in Boynton Beach and the South Beach Seafood Festival kicking off Wednesday in Miami Beach.
Community News · Miami-Dade County
The Florida Bar terminated employee Kade McLendon after an internal investigation into racist direct messages sent from his Instagram account to University of Miami defensive lineman Damon Wilson II. The messages, sent after a UM victory over Florida State, included racial slurs and references to slavery, rape, and violence against Wilson and his family. McLendon denied sending the messages but did not provide evidence sufficient to show his account had been compromised, per the Bar's statement. Wilson published screenshots online, and teammates and other students stood in solidarity with him.
Community brief · Miami Beach, FL
Tommy Bahama and Ray’s Hometown Bar will host a weeklong collaboration in Miami Beach from November 9 through 15, 2026. The event features a limited-edition clothing collection, specialty cocktails, and daily happy hours at the bar located inside Freehand Miami. A launch party titled "Island Time" is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, from 6 to 9 p.m., offering merchandise access, photo opportunities, and complimentary beach gear for hotel…
Community brief · Miami-Dade County
Miami-Dade County's Department of Solid Waste Management, District 1 Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III, and Pickup for Cancer, Inc. are hosting a community cleanup on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event will take place along NW 25th Avenue between NW 170th Terrace and NW 173rd Terrace, with participants meeting at the corner of NW 25th Avenue and NW 170th Terrace. The cleanup combines neighborhood beautification with…
Community brief · Miami Springs, FL
Steamy Lit, a romance-focused bookstore founded by Melissa Saavedra, will close its Miami Springs location effective Monday, Oct. 26, roughly ten months after its January 2026 grand opening. The store's final event, a Junk Journaling night, is scheduled for Oct. 23, and a 25%-off closing sale runs through the closure date. Customers with in-store pickup orders will be contacted to arrange alternative pickup or shipping, and refunds for other…
