News across Miami-Dade County

Miami-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.

Hispanic Women of Distinction Celebrates 25 Years of Elevating Latina Leadership
Hispanic Women of Distinction celebrated its 25th anniversary by recognizing 13 outstanding Latina leaders and naming Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosanna “Rosie” Cordero-Stutz the 2026 Latina Pioneer of the Year.

‘I’m Ready — in English and in Spanish’: Eliott Rodriguez Wants 3 Debates With María Elvira Salazar
Fresh off his Democratic Primary win, veteran TV news anchor Eliott Rodriguez is challenging Republican U.S. Rep. María Elvira Salazar to three televised debates in October — two in English and one entirely in Spanish.

News Update for 08/21/26
A 24-year-old Miami man is facing multiple felony charges after Highlands County detectives say he traveled to Lake Placid to meet a 15-year-old girl for sex. Investigators say Franklin Leonel Uriarte communicated with the girl through a dating app after she told him she was…

New Partnership between Miami HEAT and JPMorganChase Connects Fan Perks with Community Investment
The Miami HEAT and JPMorganChase partnership introduced benefits for eligible cardholders at Kaseya Center and promised future investments in youth, financial literacy and economic opportunity across South Florida.

Mosquito health alerts are in effect in Hillsborough, Pasco and other Florida counties
Mosquito-borne health alerts are in effect for Alachua, Leon, Palm Beach, Pasco, Hillsborough and Miami-Dade counties.

Miami-Dade Tax Collector Services Expand Access, Oversight and Community Support
Miami-Dade Tax Collector services are expanding through a business compliance review, TConnect mobile offices and an August 8 back-to-school community event.

Miami-Dade School Supply Distribution to Reach More Than 8,500 Students
A Miami-Dade school supply distribution will provide essential materials to more than 8,500 students at over 16 public elementary schools from August 17-28, 2026.

What is Commissioner Vicki Lopez Doing About Housing, Transit and Condo Costs in Miami-Dade?
Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez explains how housing stability, bus service, condo safety, senior assistance and small-business support connect to everyday security in Miami-Dade’s District 5.

5 Candidates Compete in Primaries for Long-Vacant, Swingy HD 113 Seat in Miami-Dade
Two Democrats and three Republicans are competing Aug. 18 for a House seat in Miami-Dade that Gov. Ron DeSantis has allowed to sit vacant since November.

Balanced Nutrition Can Fit the Schedules and Cultures of Miami-Dade families
Balanced nutrition can help Miami-Dade families build practical, affordable eating routines while preserving the foods and traditions that reflect their culture.

Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara at Freedom Tower: What Miami Audiences Should Know
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara at Freedom Tower brings prison-made art, live performance and a public conversation about creativity, censorship and freedom to Miami on Aug. 14.