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Teen shot in the lobby of the Hilton Miami Downtown
MIAMI - A teen was shot during an early morning fight in the lobby of the Hilton Miami Downtown.Police said around 2:30 a.m. they received word of the shooting at the hotel, located at 1601 Biscayne Boulevard. When officers arrived they found a 15-year-old who had been shot in the arm. He was taken to the hospital where he was listed as stable. At least one person was detained but investigators said at this point there has not been an arrest.
How will the new state law impact the homeless congregation in downtown Miami?
On any given night, there are twenty to thirty people sleeping on the sidewalk on SE 3rd Street between 1st and 2nd streets, in the heart of booming Downtown Miami. “Something needs to be done because these folks need help,” said David Bianchi, an attorney who works nearby. “And nobody’s gonna want to live down here or rent offices down here if you don’t clean this up.”
Rita Case making history while making Miami Proud
WESTON - Rita Case wears many hats, literally and figuratively. She's the President and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, a generous philanthropist, and now, a cover model. She's the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year. "It's the most prestigious recognition across all brands. All 17,000 dealerships are reviewed. One person, one dealer is chosen every year for the past 55 years," Case explained. "No other award for auto dealers matches this award." Case has been around cars her entire life. Her parents owned a motorcycle repair shop in California and then a Honda dealership where she worked even...
Former Florida corrections officer admits beating inmate to death
His hands cuffed and tied to a chain around his waist, a former state corrections officer stood up from a juror’s seat in his red prison garb Tuesday and admitted to a Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge that he took part in the beating and stomping death of a mentally unstable prisoner three years ago.
Organization uses technology to help visually impaired kids Easter egg hunt
MIAMI – Last week, the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired hosted its annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt. The holiday tradition took place at the organization’s Academy Playground. With the help of the South Florida Police Benevolent Association and Miami-Dade Police Department Bomb Squad, 45 students...
No big winner, Powerball jackpot jumps to $935 million for Saturday's drawing
MIAMI - If you had high hopes of winning Wednesday's Powerball jackpot of $865 million, sorry to be the bearer of bad news.You didn't win, but then again no one else did either. The winning numbers were 37-46-57-60-66 and the Powerball number was 8.That means for Saturday's drawing, the jackpot has increased to an estimated $935 million. If there is a sole winner, they will have the choice between an annuity, with an initial payment and then 29 annual payments, or a one time lump sum payment. Most winners choose a cash payout. For Saturday night's jackpot, that would be an estimated $449.7 million. No one has won the Powerball jackpot since New Year's Day, making it 37 straight drawings without a big winner. That is not really a big surprise since the odds of winning are not in a player's favor - 1 in 292.2 million. Powerball drawings are Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. Tickets cost two bucks apiece. You can watch the Powerball drawings live on CBS News Miami at 11. CBS News Miami is your official Florida Lottery station
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on SR 874 in Miami-Dade Claims One Life, Disrupts Traffic Near Kendall Drive
A fatal motorcycle crash on the Don Shula Expressway claimed the life of one individual yesterday afternoon, causing major traffic disruptions. The accident took place on SR 874 northbound near Kendall Drive and led to the closure of all northbound lanes between Killian Parkway and Kendall Drive, as confirmed by Total Traffic Miami on X.
What's going up? Short-term rentals
👋 Who's ready for some development news? Let's dive in.ONE Park Tower by Turnberry, a planned ultra-luxury, 292-unit condominium tower in North Miami, secured a $172 million construction loan on Monday.The 33-story project will be part of the SoLé Mia master development.The Rider at Wynwood, a Rock 'n' Roll-themed condo project from Rilea Group, is scheduled to break ground later this year.The 12-story boutique property will offer 146 turn-key residences that owners can list on short-term rental sites.Domus Brickell Park, another short-term rental-friendly project, broke ground last week, Florida YIMBY reports.The 12-story, 172-unit development offers fully furnished units, 24-hour building services and a housekeeping team on call. It's scheduled for completion next winter.The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater could be at risk of demolition to build a new modern concert venue in Miami Beach, the Miami Herald reports.The beloved theater, built in 1950 and renovated in the '70s, was awarded $29 million by Beach voters for additional renovations, but city commissioners are debating whether to spend the money tearing it down and starting over.
Miami brain surgery patient strummed guitar while doctors operated
MIAMI - Brain surgery is always a delicate procedure and sometimes it needs to be done while the patient is awake. For one avid guitar player - it meant showing off his skills. Christian Nolen, 24, is used to shredding the guitar at home - but this past December he played the guitar while undergoing brain surgery to remove an aggressive tumor. "It was mainly pressure," Nolen said. "I could feel things moving but no pain" The tumor was located in a delicate part of the brain that can affect hand movements. "We performed the surgery awake to make sure we...
Uber driver accused of kidnapping multiple women in Miami faces new charges
MIAMI – An Uber driver accused by multiple women of drugging, kidnapping and possibly raping them and leaving them at a Miami motel is now facing additional charges after detectives identified another victim, according to an arrest warrant. Police arrested Danny Maurad-Avecillas, 49, of southwest Miami-Dade, in late February...
How island and Miami retailers are finding new ways to connect with consumers and rising e-commerce demands
The continuing rise of e-commerce has placed continual pressure on local Miami retailers to adapt to what represents a dramatic change in consumer behavior. While the day of the traditional “brick and mortar” store isn’t over, traditional retailers need to change or become irrelevant. This shift is...
27-year-old woman reported missing from Miami’s Upper Eastside
MIAMI (WSVN) - The City of Miami Police Department’s Special Victim’s Unit is seeking the public’s help in locating a 27-year-old woman who has been reported missing from the Upper Eastside area. Leah Funke, described as a white female with black hair and blue eyes, stands at...
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