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Calle Ocho News
Published August 31Miss Universe Cuba 2026 Mia Dio Turns a Second Chance into a National Mission
Miss Universe Cuba 2026 Mía Dio discusses second chances, the power of communication, her Bay of Pigs family legacy and the responsibility of representing Cuba at Miss Universe in Puerto Rico.
Keys Weekly
Published August 28Miami man arrested for allegedly defrauding local utility
A 33-year-old Miami man was arrested on Aug. 24 for allegedly attempting to steal more than $8,600 from the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative by illegally altering a check. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said Luis Albert Alonso was charged with organized fraud, possession of…
Hy-Lo News
Published August 28WATCH | Orange Blossom Classic 2026: Kendra Bullock on HBCU Culture, FAMU vs. South Carolina State & More on The Culture Report W/ Dericka Jaye
The Orange Blossom Classic is more than a football game. It’s a celebration of HBCU culture, community, history and tradition. Continue Reading
Hy-Lo News
Published August 28Urban Golf Weekend Puts Business, Culture and Community at the Center of the Game
Golf is taking center stage in Miami Beach this Labor Day weekend, but Urban Golf Weekend is making it clear Continue Reading
Hy-Lo News
Published August 28Nearly 200 Films Take the Screen as the Urban Film Festival Brings Independent Cinema to Miami This Labor Day Weekend
The free three-day festival connects filmmakers, audiences, and entertainment industry professionals through screenings, Master Discussions, distribution opportunities, and career-building connections. Continue Reading
Hy-Lo News
Published August 28OP-ED | “They Told Us to Step Aside”: Angie Nixon’s Win and November Match-Up Against Moody
Angie Nixon was outspent sixteen to one, told to get in line, and called a socialist. She won anyway, and Continue Reading
Calle Ocho News
Published August 28Bryan Avila’s Selection puts Miami-Dade at Center of Florida Governor Race
Byron Donalds selected former Hialeah state Senator Bryan Avila as his running mate, bringing Miami-Dade experience and Cuban-American representation to Florida’s Republican gubernatorial ticket.
Keys Weekly
Published August 28Ready, set, no! Weather wins at Conquistador kickoff
Coral Shores and Key West decided their athletes could use a little more preparation before toeing the line for the first time this season, but a contingent of Dolphins was ready to race. Marathon traveled to Larry & Penny Thompson Park in Miami on Aug. 21 for the Conquistador…
Calle Ocho News
Published August 26How the Miami Downtown Development Authority Is Redefining Urban Life Through Community, Culture, and Connectivity
The Miami Downtown Development Authority is transforming Downtown Miami through strategic partnerships, public spaces, arts initiatives, and mobility programs that strengthen quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors across one of South Florida's fastest-growing…
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 25Donalds chooses ‘Stop Woke Act’ lawmaker as his running mate for Florida governor
Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds named Miami-Dade County Sen. Bryan Avila to serve as his running mate Tuesday. The son of Cuban exiles, Avila, of Miami Springs, has served in the Florida Legislature since 2014, when he was first elected to the House of…
Biscayne Times
Published August 25Fabián Basabe Strikes Out on Post-Trial Motions As Appeal Clock Starts
Miami Beach Republican Rep. Fabián Basabe continued his legal losing streak this week.
Calle Ocho News
Published August 25Miami-Dade Tax Collector Expands Taxpayer Outreach and Disabled Parking Permit Oversight
The Miami-Dade Tax Collector reported 1,046 property redemptions during a period that included a new taxpayer-outreach program. Separately, a disabled parking permit fraud investigation resulted in 11 arrests.