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The renovation project at Devon Aire Park has been stalled for nearly two years beyond its expected completion date, causing significant frustration for parents, coaches, and youth sports teams. Delays, which were complicated by issues like soil arsenic and drainage problems, have forced local groups to practice and play at multiple temporary locations while the county's Parks and Recreation Department works toward a permanent solution.

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert won the Democratic nomination for District 24, a seat previously held by Frederica Wilson. The district opened after Wilson announced her retirement. In the general election, Gilbert will face Te Brown.

South Florida voters participated in Florida’s primary election, though turnout remains low in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. In Miami-Dade County, 12.5% of registered voters had participated through early voting and returned mail-in ballots. Despite the slow rate of participation, both county officials confirmed that ballot processing is ongoing, with workers ensuring accuracy through multiple counting systems.

The primary election for Florida’s 27th Congressional District is ongoing, covering both Republican and Democratic races. Candidates participating include MARIA ELVIRA SALAZAR and VINCENT MICHAEL ARIAS in the Republican primary, while ROBIN PEGUERO and ELIOTT RODRIGUEZ are running in the Democratic primary.

Three separate elections for Miami-Dade County Commissioner seats are scheduled across Districts 2, 5, and 8. Candidates running for office have emphasized diverse priorities, including investing in infrastructure and making budget cuts. Issues raised during the campaigns include safety, quality of life, county fiscal stability, and establishing universal basic income.

Teresita Lavandeira filed a petition for temporary custody of Perez Hilton's three children with a Miami-Dade County family court. The filing occurred after Hilton was hospitalized under Florida’s Baker Act, following an incident where he appeared to self-harm during a livestream. Documents obtained show that Hilton consented to the request while remaining in the hospital.

An argument between two men escalated to gunfire at a Mobil gas station in northwest Miami-Dade County on Wednesday afternoon. One of the men was struck by gunfire, driving himself to North Shore Hospital before being taken to Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Authorities are currently searching for the person who shot the victim and investigating surveillance footage.

A video showed that an accused kidnapper was involved in a violent crash after a high-speed chase on May 13 near Northwest 86th Terrace and Northwest 18th Avenue in Miami-Dade County. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested the suspect, Ronald Kelly, by performing a PIT maneuver on his truck. Authorities quickly took him into custody and recovered the victim from the vehicle.

Perez Hilton suffered an apparent mental health crisis at his Miami-Dade home after deputies were called regarding him harming himself with a knife during a TikTok livestream. He was transported to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital and subsequently Baker Acted. His family confirmed that the celebrity is able to communicate, which they stated has given them hope for his recovery.

Miami-Dade County unveiled a Zero Waste master plan to tackle its solid waste crisis, which generates 5 million tons of garbage annually and faces limited landfill space. The comprehensive plan includes over 30 strategies designed to more than double the recycling rate from 36% to 77% over the next 13 years. Efforts emphasize expanding composting and turning yard waste into biochar, while making the travel and tourism industry an essential partner.

A confrontation over a lobster diving spot off Florida allegedly escalated when Michael Joseph Simpson was accused of intentionally shutting off an 18-year-old diver's air supply, leading to attempted murder charges. The incident occurred near Fisher Island during the annual mini season. Simpson later voluntarily surrendered and strongly denied the allegations in a statement.

A 58-year-old man accused of stabbing his estranged wife 16 times in front of their 7-year-old daughter in 2019 rejected a plea deal during a Miami-Dade court hearing. The defendant, Onelio Castro-Arroyo, shouted at the judge and has a history of five prior convictions, including arson and theft.

Three candidates are competing for Miami-Dade County's eighth district commission seat: Danielle Cohen Higgins, Martha Vega Hero, and John Dubois. The district includes Homestead and Palmetto Bay, with key issues including traffic, budget management, and community development. Cohen Higgins focuses on traffic solutions and fiscal oversight, Hero emphasizes collaboration and community projects, and Dubois has not participated in interviews yet.

August 5 and 6 will bring scattered showers and storms to parts of South Florida, including the Keys, Miami-Dade, and Broward counties, with near-seasonable temperatures. Lows are expected in the upper 70s and highs around 90°F, featuring a mix of sun and clouds on Thursday.

Neha Gupta, accused of killing her daughter, seeks separation from Daisy Link, who is accused of attacking her in jail. Both women are high-profile murder suspects in South Florida, with Link also involved in a prison pregnancy scheme.

The FBI is seeking public assistance to identify a man who robbed a Bank of America branch in Miami, characterized by a distinctive hairstyle. The robbery occurred at 8585 Coral Way on Thursday around 11:15 a.m., with the suspect demanding money while implying he had a firearm. Authorities believe the suspect has local ties and urge the public not to approach him.

Seven Democratic candidates will compete in the Aug. 18 primary to succeed outgoing Congresswoman Frederica Wilson in the newly configured 24th congressional district. The district, shifted by redistricting to include parts of Broward and Miami-Dade counties, is now a Democratic-leaning area. Candidates emphasize economic issues like affordability as key concerns for voters.

Lingering showers in South Florida will fade overnight on Monday, with mostly cloudy skies expected in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Tuesday will have a mix of sun and clouds, with isolated morning showers and more storms developing in the afternoon, reaching low 90s temperatures.

Early voting has begun in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, with voters allowed to cast ballots at any early voting site. Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia emphasized the security of paper ballots and flexibility in voting locations. Some voters attended candidate forums to learn more about judicial candidates before voting.

Early voting in Miami-Dade County begins Monday, with officials conducting a Get Out the Vote campaign to provide voter information and registration. Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia emphasized that voters can cast ballots at any early voting site during specified hours, and the county has prepared equipment for secure paper-based voting. Early voting runs through Aug. 16.

A vehicle crashed into Leslie Pet Grooming in Doral, Miami-Dade County, causing $15,000–$20,000 in damage. The driver mistakenly hit the gas pedal while backing into a parking space, creating a hole in the building. No injuries were reported, and police have not confirmed if charges will be filed.

OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney has reached a plea agreement in the second-degree murder case involving her boyfriend Christian Obumseli's 2022 stabbing death. Her attorneys argue the incident stemmed from a domestic abuse situation, while Obumseli's family claims he was a victim of violence. The plea deal is set for court presentation on August 10.

Early voting begins Monday in Miami-Dade County for a primary election, with 23 locations prepared by election workers. Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia emphasized the importance of voters knowing their candidates to ensure a smooth process. Voting will continue through Aug. 16.

Two Las Vegas women, Maguadalupe Barajas Sandoval and Cynthia Leslie Hurtado, were arrested for allegedly shipping methamphetamine from Nevada to Miami-Dade County via USPS as part of a drug trafficking ring. Investigators intercepted multiple packages containing methamphetamine, including two shipments totaling approximately 2.38 pounds, during a multi-agency operation involving the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and federal agencies.

Early voting for Florida’s Aug. 18 primary begins next week in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, with Broward County starting on Aug. 8. Voters are urged to participate due to historically low turnout, with deadlines for mail ballots and signature cure affidavits specified for Miami-Dade.

Florida health officials report 1 death and 12 confirmed Vibrio vulnificus infections this year, with cases in Palm Beach, Miami-Dade, and eight other counties. The 'flesh-eating bacteria' spreads through raw shellfish or open wounds in marine water, posing higher risk to individuals with weakened immune systems.

South Florida may experience a rogue shower Thursday night, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 80°F overnight. Friday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, mid-90s temperatures, and potential afternoon storms. Miami could tie its record high of 95°F if reached.

Miami-Dade County's Office of the Supervisor of Elections conducted a public test of voting machines on Wednesday in Doral ahead of the Aug. 18 primary elections. Alina Garcia and Juan C. Mendieta participated in the test, which verifies equipment accuracy by casting test ballots with predetermined results.

City and county leaders in Miami Beach celebrated the placement of the final structural beam for the Grand Hyatt Hotel, a luxury hotel connected to the Miami Beach Convention Center. The 800-room hotel, featuring 90,000 feet of meeting space, is set to open in 2027 and aims to enhance the city's tourism appeal.

South Florida experiences fewer storms and increased heat, with possible passing showers Tuesday night and spotty storms on Wednesday due to daytime heating. High temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-90s, with a heat index exceeding 105°F.

Jaden and Gian Zabala were arrested in Miami-Dade County after their brother accused them of a violent kidnapping involving an AK-47-style rifle and physical assault. The victim claimed he was ambushed, pistol-whipped, and taken to a North Miami Beach home, where the group demanded entry to search for an item. Both brothers face multiple charges including kidnapping with a weapon, aggravated battery, and armed robbery.

South Florida may experience leftover showers and storms Monday evening, with lingering clouds over Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Tuesday morning could bring spotty storms to the Keys, while Dade and Broward counties expect a mix of sun and clouds, with afternoon showers and storms possible. Temperatures will reach the low 90s, with humidity making it feel hotter.

A 35-year-old Las Vegas woman was arrested in Miami-Dade County after being accused of stealing over $80,000 from a man in 2024. Surveillance video showed her taking his phone and stealing cash and cryptocurrency from his apartment.

A Secret Service agent, Marquez Christopher Pinder, is among three men charged in a Miami-Dade County fraternity hazing investigation. Authorities allege the suspects engaged in prolonged beatings with canes and paddles tied to fraternity initiation rituals, resulting in hospitalization and charges including attempted manslaughter and hazing with a deadly weapon.

Three men were arrested in Miami-Dade for alleged fraternity hazing involving prolonged beatings with canes and paddles, resulting in hospitalized victims. They face charges including attempted manslaughter, aggravated battery, and hazing with a deadly weapon.

Police in Miami-Dade County are searching for 65-year-old Benoni Eliezer Bey, who was last seen in the Model City area on Monday. Authorities describe him as a Black man 5-foot-11, 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing a burgundy long sleeve shirt and green pants. The public is urged to contact the Miami Police Department’s Special Victim’s Unit for information.

Three people were hospitalized after two boats collided in Biscayne Bay off Bay Harbor Islands in Miami-Dade County. One boat remained partially submerged, and the second ended up at Haulover Marina. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Miami-Dade County sold 24 single-family homes and condominiums for over $30 million in the first six months of 2026, making Miami the top $30M home market in America as the wealthy move away from high-tax states like New York City and the Bay Area.

A handyman was re-sentenced to death for the 2005 murder of a La Carreta waitress after his initial death sentence was overturned. The Miami-Dade County judge followed a jury's recommendation to send Rafael Andres back to death row.

The pause in the rainy season ends as a shift in winds from the Everglades brings increased thunderstorm activity to Broward and Miami-Dade counties this weekend and into next week. Afternoon showers and storms are expected to provide drought relief, with high temperatures reaching the low/mid 90s and a heat index up to 105°.