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Miami’s political landscape is rich and diverse. It reflects the Magic City’s multicultural fabric. Calle Ocho News is your ultimate source for political news, issues, and analysis. Whether you’re seeking relevant and timely news on the city council or looking to stay abreast of the current policies and ideologies, we are your go-to source.

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We go beyond merely sharing sensational news. Our commitment lies in sharing engaging stories relevant to the people of Miami. As the top news source platform, we have covered various political issues. From Joe Carollo and Ball & Chain controversy to Mayor Francis Saurez’s investigation that reshaped the political landscape of Miami.

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SALAD 2026 Judicial Forum Brings Miami-Dade Judicial Candidates Before Voters

SALAD’s 2026 Judicial Forum brought all 14 confirmed participating judicial candidates before Miami-Dade residents for a nonpartisan discussion focused on qualifications, experience and informed voting.
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Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez speaks at a podium during a formal event. He is wearing a blue suit, white dress shirt, red tie, and an American flag lapel pin.
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Three Arrested in Miami-Dade Driver License Exam Cheating Scheme Following Joint Investigation

Three individuals were arrested following a joint investigation into an alleged driver license examination cheating scheme in Miami-Dade County. Officials say the case reinforces the
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Miami-Dade Voters Receive Vote-by-Mail Ballots Ahead of August 18 Primary Election

Miami-Dade County mailed approximately 168,000 Vote-by-Mail ballots as election officials prepared for the August 18 Primary Election and encouraged voter participation.
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Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez Expands Services and Tightens Oversight Across the County

Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez has opened the first new License Plate Agency applications in more than two decades, canceled more than 5,600 disabled parking
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District 4 Commissioner Ralph “Rafael” Rosado on C.A.S.A.: Building Community, Adaptability, Safety, and Affordability Across the City of Miami One Neighborhood at a Time

City of Miami District 4 Commissioner Ralph “Rafael” Rosado reflects on one year of his C.A.S.A. framework—covering community programs, senior tax relief, public safety, public
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Cannabis Rescheduling Brings Tax Relief and Banking Hope to Medical Marijuana Businesses

The federal reclassification of medical marijuana to Schedule III could deliver major tax relief and open banking access for licensed cannabis businesses, with significant implications
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Supreme Court TPS Ruling: Miami's Haitian Community Grapples with Fallout

Miami-Dade’s Haitian community is reacting to a Supreme Court ruling that clears the way to end Temporary Protected Status, with local advocates vowing to keep
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Miami International Airport Lights the Way to FIFA 2026 With Bold New Look and Passenger Upgrades

Miami International Airport has unveiled new lighting installations, cultural murals, terminal improvements, and a refreshed brand identity as part of its preparations for FIFA World
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Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Alina Garcia with long blonde hair smiles while standing outdoors in a landscaped tropical setting.
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Miami-Dade Early Voting Schedule Announced for August 18 Primary Election

Miami-Dade County has announced early voting dates and locations for the August 18 Primary Election. Voters must register by July 20 to participate.
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Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez speaks at a public event podium surrounded by microphones and media cameras during a press conference.
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Dariel Fernandez Expands Miami-Dade Tax Collector Reform Efforts Through Fraud Crackdowns and System Accountability

Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez announced multiple reforms tied to fraud prevention, accountability, and operational modernization across county systems.
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Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez pushes accountability, public safety, and stronger government enforcement across multiple fronts

Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez addresses Isaiah’s Law, GEICO insurance reporting concerns, and Cuba sanctions while emphasizing accountability and public safety.
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Raúl Castro Indictment Unsealed on Cuba’s Independence Day at Miami Dade College’s Freedom Tower

The Raúl Castro indictment tied to the Brothers to the Rescue tragedy was unsealed at Miami Dade College’s Freedom Tower on Cuba’s Independence Day.
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Could Cuba face a total blackout? Miami families watch island crisis deepen

Cuba’s worsening fuel shortages and blackouts are raising growing concerns across Miami-Dade as families monitor the island’s deepening crisis.
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A large group of approximately 17 community leaders, judicial candidates, organizers, and attendees pose for a photo behind a long table following the SALAD 2026 Judicial Forum at the Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations (KFHA).
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SALAD 2026 Judicial Forum Brings Miami-Dade Judicial Candidates Before Voters

SALAD’s 2026 Judicial Forum brought all 14 confirmed participating judicial candidates before Miami-Dade residents for a nonpartisan discussion focused on qualifications, experience and informed voting.
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Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez speaks at a podium during a formal event. He is wearing a blue suit, white dress shirt, red tie, and an American flag lapel pin.
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Three Arrested in Miami-Dade Driver License Exam Cheating Scheme Following Joint Investigation

Three individuals were arrested following a joint investigation into an alleged driver license examination cheating scheme in Miami-Dade County. Officials say the case reinforces the
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Four men pose together inside the Bay of Pigs Museum in front of historical displays, a Cuban flag, and a Brigada de Asalto 2506 sign. Eduardo Zayas-Bazán, wearing a light blue button-down shirt, stands beside a man in a blue blazer and two other men dressed casually in a gray T-shirt and a green polo shirt. The group poses for a commemorative photo in the museum's exhibit space.
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From Betrayal to Resilience: Bay of Pigs Museum Preserves the Living Legacy of Brigade 2506

Veteran Eduardo Zayas-Bazán and museum president Carlos Luis reveal how the Bay of Pigs Museum is preserving a legacy shaped by sacrifice, betrayal, forgiveness, and
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