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local-news1 month ago•39 min saved

Lisa Hochstein surrenders in Miami car-recording case tied to divorce

Real Housewife of Miami Lisa Hochstein surrendered to authorities in Miami-Dade after being charged, along with ex‑boyfriend Jody Glidden, with intercepting wire, oral or electronic communications in a divorce case involving her ex-husband Leonard Hochstein. Court documents say they planted a recording device in the driver’s seat area of Hochstein’s car, yielding 98 recordings including conversations between Hochstein and Glidden. Hochstein was processed on a $5,000 bond and released on her own recognizance; the defense has framed the matter as a divorce dispute rather than criminal court activity.

via WPLG Local 10|

#crime #interception-of-wire-oral-or-electronic-communications #jody-glidden

crime1 month ago•5 min saved

Philadelphia trio detained at MIA after Frontier boarding dispute

Three Philadelphia women were arrested at Miami International Airport after a confrontation with Frontier staff when their boarding passes were denied and they refused to pay for a carry-on. One spat on an employee, and deputies reported a brief struggle as they were removed; the flight was delayed about an hour.

via WPLG Local 10|

#arrests #crime #frontier-airlines

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons Edge Rusher James Pearce Faces Four Charges in Ex-Girlfriend Incident

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce was charged in Miami-Dade County with three felonies—aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing and eluding police, and resisting an officer with violence—plus a misdemeanor charge of stalking, all tied to a February 7 incident involving his ex-girlfriend, WNBA player Rickea Jackson. A protection order has been issued, the NFL is reviewing the case under its Personal Conduct Policy, and Pearce has not been placed on paid leave.

via NBC Sports|

#aggravated-battery #felonies #james-pearce

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Trump Secures Historic Win in Miami-Dade, Boosts GOP Momentum

Donald Trump has become the first Republican presidential candidate to win Miami-Dade County since 1988, marking a significant political shift in the traditionally Democratic stronghold.

via The New York Times|

#1988 #miami-dade-county #politics

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dolphin Mall Declared Safe by Police Following Panic Over Shooting Reports"

Sweetwater Police Department found no evidence of a shooting at Dolphin Mall in Miami-Dade County after reports prompted temporary store closures, with an altercation but no injuries. Panic and rumors spread on social media, leading to shoppers running and hiding inside stores, but most stores had reopened by 5:40 p.m.

via WPLG Local 10|

#dolphin-mall #local-news #miami-dade-county

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Fatal Shooting at Florida Mall Leaves Two Dead and Seven Injured

Two people, including a gunman, were killed and seven others injured after a shooting at a bar in CityPlace Doral mall in Florida. The incident occurred following a brawl, with a police officer among the injured. A security guard who intervened was also killed. The police engaged in gunfire with the suspect, ultimately killing him. Six innocent bystanders were caught in the crossfire, with two in critical condition. The identity of the shooter is under investigation, and authorities are not looking for any additional suspects.

via Hindustan Times|

#cityplace-doral-mall #crime #florida

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Murder-Suicide Tragedy Strikes Miami-Dade Apartment Complex"

Three people, two women and a man, were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide at the Windsor Ludlum Trail Apartments in Miami-Dade County. Police responded to a call of shots fired and discovered one woman with a gunshot wound outside an apartment. Upon further investigation, they found the bodies of two other individuals inside, one woman with a gunshot wound and a man who appeared to have shot himself. Authorities believe all three lived together in the unit where the shootings occurred, and the incident is being treated as an isolated tragedy.

via WPLG Local 10|

#crime #miami-dade-county #murder-suicide

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

Miami Seaquarium Ordered to Vacate Following Animal Care Concerns

Miami-Dade County has moved to evict the operators of the Miami Seaquarium, citing lease violations including improper maintenance of the grounds and poor treatment of animals. The tenant, MS Leisure Company, has been given until April 21 to vacate the premises after receiving numerous citations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The county alleges that the company's history of violations constitutes repeated and longstanding breaches of its contractual obligations. Seaquarium officials have invited the mayor to visit the site, while the county maintains that its parks department representatives have made regular visits.

via NPR|

#animal-welfare #environment #lease-violation

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

Miami Seaquarium Ordered to Vacate Property by Miami-Dade County

Miami-Dade County is terminating the lease of the company running the Miami Seaquarium due to maintenance violations, with the company instructed to vacate by April 21. The decision was made for the safety of the animals, residents, and visitors, as the Seaquarium has failed to maintain its facilities and provide proper care for the animals. The advocacy group PETA celebrated the news, urging authorities to ensure the animals are sent to reputable facilities for the care they need.

via CNN|

#animal-welfare #environment #lease-termination

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

Miami Seaquarium Faces Eviction Following Animal Safety Concerns

The Miami Seaquarium, home to the late orca Lolita, has been served an eviction notice by Miami-Dade County due to a history of violations including decaying animal habitats and lack of experienced staff. The Seaquarium's owner, The Dolphin Company, has until April 21 to vacate the property. The move follows federal inspections revealing unsafe and structurally deficient buildings. Lolita, who died last year, had been the subject of a relocation plan to a natural sea pen in the Pacific Northwest. Animal rights activists and authorities hope for improved animal welfare as the Seaquarium faces eviction.

via The Associated Press|

#animal-welfare #environment #eviction

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Miami-Dade Sells Winning Fantasy Five Ticket in Florida Lottery"

The Florida Lottery is urging people to check their Fantasy 5 tickets after a winning ticket worth $100,269.81 was sold in Miami-Dade County and is set to expire on Aug. 19. The winning numbers for Sunday’s drawing were 2-7-11-21-28, and the ticket was purchased at Sedano’s Supermarket in Little Havana. Players are encouraged to check their tickets from the Feb. 18 drawing, and the top prize must be claimed at a Florida Lottery District Office. Since the game’s inception, Fantasy 5 has generated more than $3.87 billion for education and created 16 millionaires.

via WPLG Local 10|

#fantasy-5 #florida-lottery #local-news

education2 years ago•5 min saved

"Controversy in Miami-Dade: Schools Seek Consent for Black History Month Activities"

Parents in Miami-Dade County were asked to sign permission slips for their children to participate in a Black History Month activity, sparking confusion and concern. The school district clarified that the slips were required due to guest speakers participating in an education-related activity, in compliance with state law. This comes amid Florida's "parental rights" laws, including the "Stop WOKE Act," which has led to challenges in teaching about race and racism in schools. While the district emphasizes its support for teaching African American history, parents and officials are questioning the interpretation and implementation of the new rules, with some expressing concerns about the impact on students' education.

via CNN|

#black-history-month #education #florida

education2 years ago•4 min saved

"Debate Ignites Over Miami Schools' Black History Month Permission Slip"

Miami-Dade County schools faced backlash for requiring parental permission slips for students to hear guest speakers on topics like Black history and the Holocaust, as part of compliance with a Florida parental rights law. The policy drew criticism from parents, state education officials, and Democrats, who argue that it restricts critical education opportunities and is part of a broader push to restrict lessons about race, gender, and sexuality in Florida schools. School officials are now reevaluating the policy to strike a balance between complying with the law and ensuring students have access to important educational experiences.

via POLITICO|

#black-history #education #florida-education-law

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Crash in Miami-Dade Claims Lives of Two Teenagers

The families of a 14-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy are grieving after a car crash in Miami-Dade County. The teens were in an Audi when police attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The girl, Jazmin Keltz, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the boy, Anthony Jayden Gago, was taken to the hospital. It is believed that the boy's mother was unaware that he had taken the car. Both teens were students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School. The families have set up GoFundMe pages to help with expenses.

via WPLG Local 10|

#car-crash #grief #john-a-ferguson-senior-high-school

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Child Shootings Shake Miami-Dade and Chicago Communities

A 4-year-old girl was accidentally shot in the head by another child in a home in northwest Miami-Dade County. The girl was rushed to the hospital for treatment, and the police are investigating the incident. The gun used in the shooting was reportedly left unattended.

via WPLG Local 10|

#child #crime #investigation