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Jose Francisco Regalado: from City Hall to the ballot box

Jose Francisco Regalado, longtime City of Miami public servant, steps up to run for District 4 Commissioner, bringing real-world experience, transparency, and a vision for

Commissioner Eileen Higgins elevates District 5’s business landscape during National Small Business Week 2025

Commissioner Eileen Higgins celebrates Small Business Week 2025 with events, grants, and support for over 750 entrepreneurs through Elevate District 5, driving inclusive economic growth

Operation Peter Pan: The talents that Cuba brought

The story of the children who escaped from Cuba to the United States in the 1960s is known as Operation Peter Pan, and it marked

Mario Chanes de Armas the last of “Los Plantados"

Chanes de Armas must be remembered as a political prisoner who was always faithful to his ideas. An exceptional example and the last of the

Hialeah honors the life of two great doctors

Two doctors, father and son, died just five weeks apart from complications related to Covid-19.

Lupe Bruneman helps many find the right health insurance

Lupe Bruneman is a Medicare Insurance broker and healthcare consultant who has been in the industry for over 31 years. She is licensed to represent

Liliam M. Lopez is an inspiration

This Women’s History Month, it is our pleasure to showcase the incredible Liliam M. Lopez. A mother, wife, and public figure that works to improve

Celebrities from Miami

Read all about these Miami born celebrities that we have grown to love on the big screen.

Pitbull in "Streets of Dreams with Marcus Lemonis"

Episode 3 of the series “Streets of Dreams with Marcus Lemonis”, reveals Pitbull’s emotions when talking about his parents.

Ojalá Wines are sustainable, local, and delicious

The company has thrived on producing sustainable wines and having some of the best wines in its category. Cruz believes this all comes from the

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Jackson Health Foundation’s $100 Million Milestone Strengthens the Future of Healthcare in South Florida

Jackson Health Foundation has surpassed $100 million in fundraising support for Jackson Memorial Hospital’s new emergency room, marking a historic investment in the future of

FIFA Fan Festival Downtown Miami Creates Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity for Residents, Visitors, and Local Businesses

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Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez Revokes Local Business Tax Receipts Following Federal Cuba Trade Investigation

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