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Local Weather Update: Jacksonville Sees Record Highs and Transitioning Seasons
The blog discusses the end of the wet season in Jacksonville, noting that while there was some rain, it wasn't enough to eliminate long-term drought. The article also mentions a recent record tying low of 55 degrees and a high of 90 degrees on Monday, the 28th.
DCPS Revises Venetia Elementary Plan After Resident Concerns
Duval County Public Schools released updated plans for a new Venetia Elementary School following resident concerns regarding traffic and campus size. The revised plan reduces student capacity from 1,200 to 840 students, lowering the estimated cost significantly.
Two Men Hospitalized After Shooting in Miami's Overtown Neighborhood
Miami Police are investigating a shooting that left two adult men injured in the Overtown neighborhood on Tuesday night. Officers responded to an alert near Northwest 5th Avenue between 6th and 7th Street, finding the men with apparent gunshot wounds. The men were transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital's Trauma Center.
Former Haitian First Lady Testifies in Miami Court About Attack
Martine Moïse testified in Miami federal court about the attack on her husband, President Jovenel Moïse. She recounted moments when gunmen killed him and described finding her children after the gunfire erupted. Moïse was treated at a hospital in Miami following the events in Haiti.
Miami police investigate double shooting
Miami police are investigating a double shooting incident where two men were taken to the hospital following the event.
Two Men Hospitalized After Shooting in Miami
Miami police responded to an alert from the ShotSpotter system at NW 5th Avenue, between 6th and 7th streets. Officers found two men with apparent gunshot wounds who were transported to the Ryder Trauma Center. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Expert: 'Crisis poverty' pushing more women and families onto Jacksonville streets
An expert notes an alarming shift in homelessness among women with children due to "crisis poverty." This occurs when repeated emergencies deplete a family's finances. The article mentions Jolean, who is currently staying at Jacksonville’s Sulzbacher Center.
Community Leaders Discuss Impact of Revoking TPS for Haitians in Tampa Bay Region
Community leaders discussed the struggles faced by Haitians following the revocation of Temporary Protected Status. Panelists shared accounts of lost work authorization, difficulty accessing medical care, and fear among community members. The discussion highlighted the ripple effects on families with U.S. citizen relatives.
CBS Miami Anchor Najahe Sherman Discusses Career and Resilience
Najahe Sherman, CBS Miami anchor, discussed her journey from small-market journalism to anchoring the midday newscast. The conversation covered resilience, community service, and reporting live through Hurricane Ian. It also touched on balancing a demanding career with family life.
NFL Asks Homeland Security to Remove Video Featuring Jacksonville Native Brian Dawkins
The NFL requested the Department of Homeland Security remove a social media video featuring highlights of Jacksonville native Brian Dawkins. The video showed Dawkins' pregame walkout, which was linked to a purported caravan of immigrants near the U.S. border. Dawkins also addressed the use of his name and likeness on his social media profiles.
JHA Board Member Sues Agency Over Loss of Housing Assistance
A Jacksonville Housing Authority board member is suing the agency after her Section 8 voucher was terminated without an appropriate hearing. The lawsuit alleges that termination should be separate from overpayment issues, and she claims a second hearing request was declined.
Excess Water and King Tides Affect South Florida
Multiple factors are causing excessive water across south Florida, contributing to high rain totals in Ft. Lauderdale. This moisture surge coincides with ongoing King Tides, leading to coastal flooding as high tides run above normal levels.
TGH Doctors Explain Rise in Newborn Care Cases at NICU
Tampa General Hospital doctors noted a rise in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit admissions, mirroring a national trend. The hospital saw its NICU admissions grow from under 1,000 in 2016 to over 2,400 by 2023. Factors cited include later-life births and increased screenings for complications.
Florida's Minimum Wage Rises to $15; Shortfall in Jacksonville Remains
Florida's minimum wage is rising to $15 an hour, but according to MIT’s Living Wage Calculator, this still leaves a single adult in Jacksonville about $8 an hour short of covering basic needs. The article details high costs for housing and other necessities in the area.
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar Files for Bankruptcy After Miami Beach Closure
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware. The restaurant owes $25 million in secured debt, including amounts owed to a Miami-based bank. This follows the abrupt closure of its South Beach location after 15 years.
King tides and heavy rain flood streets in Broward and Miami-Dade
Heavy morning rainfall combined with seasonal king tides submerged streets and parking lots across Broward and Miami-Dade counties on Tuesday. In Pompano Beach, Canal Drive saw calf-deep floodwater, while Miami-Dade reported flooded roads near the Arsht Center. Hallandale Beach experienced flooding for the second week in a row.
Police: Video shows baby and 3 kids home alone in North Miami Beach while mother was on cruise ship
Police found a two-month-old girl and her three siblings, ages 2, 7, and 9, home alone in North Miami Beach. This occurred while the mother was on a cruise ship.
Fourth Arrest Made in 2023 Jacksonville Double Homicide Case
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced a fourth arrest related to the 2023 shooting deaths of two men on Jacksonville's Northside. Jamaal Hameen was arrested on charges including second-degree murder. The shooting is believed to be part of a gang-related hit targeting one victim.
Fourth Arrest Made in 2023 Jacksonville Double Murder Case
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced a fourth arrest related to a 2023 double murder that occurred on Kylan Drive. Jamaal Hameen was arrested and faces multiple charges connected to the incident, which targeted one victim while another was driving him.
Open-heart surgery survivors lead first Heart Walk at Jacksonville school
Over 700 students and staff at John E. Ford PreK-8th held their first Heart Walk for National Heart Day. Principal Tina Bennett, third grader Kori Phillips, and sixth grader Parker Angiuli led the event, sharing their experiences with open-heart surgery to promote heart health awareness.
Art Basel Miami Beach Scales Down Main Gallery Sector for 2026 Edition
For its 2026 edition, Art Basel Miami Beach will feature 272 exhibitors in a reconfigured and smaller footprint. The main Galleries section has been cut by about 10%, and the overall fair space is expected to be around 12% smaller than previous years.
Massive Miami Immigration Hearings Accelerate Deportations for Migrants
Miami's Immigration Tribunal is hosting massive hearings, allowing dozens of cases before one judge. This situation coincides with a rise in deportation orders and expulsions. Migrants are lining up outdoors while facing accelerated court dates.
Man Arrested After Allegedly Sniffing Near 9-Year-Old Girl at Miami Dollar Tree
A 32-year-old man was arrested in Miami after police reviewed surveillance video. The video allegedly captured him placing his face near a 9-year-old girl’s buttocks while she shopped at a local Dollar Tree. He faces charges including lewd and lascivious conduct.
Man Accused of Sniffing 9-Year-Old Girl's Buttocks in Miami Dollar Tree
Javan Curry Battle was arrested after being accused of sniffing a 9-year-old girl's buttocks inside a Miami Dollar Tree. Police responded after the store manager reviewed surveillance footage showing the suspect's actions. Battle was charged with lewd and lascivious conduct on a child.
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