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A kid speaking in at the MIami-Dade commission

Watch: Parents Coach Kids to Rail Against Fluoride at Miami-Dade Meeting

By Naomi Feinstein

Mar 11, 2025

The children, who likely still have their baby teeth, lined up to read the speeches that their parents had prepared.

A photoshopped image of Elon Musk holding a chainsaw next to Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Office in Key Largo

Here's a List of South Florida Federal Offices DOGE Plans to Close

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 11, 2025

The department wants to shutter offices focused on protecting the Everglades and Biscayne Bay National Park.

Joseph Ladapo speaks at a podium at a press conference

Florida Surgeon General Ramps Up Anti-Fluoride Crusade in Miami

By Naomi Feinstein

Mar 10, 2025

Dentist Richard Mufson warns that misinformation threatens "one of the ten greatest healthcare benefits of the last century."

A female ranger stands in the swampy waters of Everglades National Park.

How Many Workers Has Everglades National Park Lost Under DOGE?

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 10, 2025

More than a dozen Everglades National Park workers have lost their jobs thanks to Elon Musk's DOGE.

A photoshopped image of a street sign that reads "NW 68 ST. Big Money Baller Street."

"Act Up" Street? Miami-Dade Officials Want to Rename Roads After Hit Songs

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 5, 2025

Tired: "President Donald J. Trump Avenue." Wired: "Big Money Baller Street."

Florida Cities That Have Stopped Adding Fluoride to Water: The List So Far

By Naomi Feinstein

Mar 4, 2025

Since the Florida surgeon general waged his war on fluoride, several local governments have ended community fluoridation.

Three Protesters hold their signs that read, "The idiots" with images of Trump and Musk, "Let's take back our democracy," and "What's your American Heritage?"

Miami's Fifty-State "March Fourth for Democracy" Protest: What to Know

By Naomi Feinstein

Mar 4, 2025

Protesters are gathering on March 4 for another protest against the Trump administration and Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

A photoshopped image of attorney Daryl Bobby Fenton at an Irish Pub.

Zero Lucks Given: Disbarred Miami Attorney Gave Irish Pub As His Address

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 3, 2025

The address listed on his Florida Bar profile was The Auld Dubliner Irish Pub & Kitchen in downtown Miami.

A poster showing Uncle Sam with text that reads "Welcome to America. Now Speak English"

Remember When Miami-Dade Made English the County's Official Language?

By Alex DeLuca

Feb 28, 2025

It appears that a similar executive order will soon be signed by President Donald Trump.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis holds a press conference

Ron DeSantis: Andrew Tate Is "Not Welcome" in Florida

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 27, 2025

DeSantis reiterated that Florida had no role in the Tate brothers' arrival after Romania lifted travel restrictions.

(L-R) H.E. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Minister of Investment, Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia; Mayor Francis Suarez of Miami; and Kenneth C. Griffin, Founder & CEO, Citadel, sit on a panel together during the second day of the FII PRIORITY Summit held at the Faena Hotel on February 20, 2025, in Miami Beach

Commentary: The Hidden Dangers of Saudi Arabia’s Trillion-Dollar Investment Fund

By Sarah Leah Whitson

Feb 26, 2025

U.S. businesses chasing Saudi billions risk aiding the regime's abuses and altogether ignoring human rights.

Photo of T-shirts emblazoned with the slogans "Trans People Will Always Exist" and "Queer Queer Queer Queer! on a Target store rack in Minneapolis in 2023.

The State of Florida Is Suing Target Over LGBTQ Pride Month Merch

By Alex DeLuca

Feb 25, 2025

In May of 2023, Target became the focus of right-wing outrage after launching its annual Pride Month collection.

The Saudi Arabian ambassador to the U.S. (far left), Saudi Arabia minister of investment (middle), and Miami Mayor Francis Suarez (right) stand on stage at the FII Priority Summit in Miami Beach.

Francis Suarez Proudly Announces New Saudi Investment Office in Miami

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 21, 2025

Human rights activists say the kingdom's global investments are part of its efforts to whitewash its repressive reputation.

Protesters gathered on the street corner chanting in downtown Miami

Photos: Miami Protesters Gather for Presidents' Day Fifty-State Demonstration

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 18, 2025

Protesters held signs that emphasized that they did not vote for Elon Musk to run the country.

City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez speaks into a microphone.

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Set to Speak at Saudi Arabia-Backed Investment Summit

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 17, 2025

Suarez has spoken at several Saudi conferences in recent years as the regime works to repair its human rights reputation.

Joseph Ladapo (left) stands next to Roberto Gonzalez at the Florida Department of Health building

Miami-Dade Commissioner Invites Ladapo to Testify in Push to End Water Fluoridation

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 14, 2025

Is Miami-Dade going to be the next Florida county to ban fluoride? Commissioner Roberto Gonzalez sure hopes so.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at a podium with his arms spread out

DeSantis' "Second Amendment Summer": More Guns, More Danger for Miami?

By Natasha Yee

Feb 7, 2025

In his 2025-26 budget proposal, Gov. Ron DeSantis suggested an eight-week sales tax "holiday" for firearms and ammunition.

navy photo of U.S. Marines on an airfield tarmac

"The Worst of the Worst": Trump Administration Commences Detention Flights to Guantánamo Bay

By Ariana Figueroa (Florida Phoenix)

Feb 5, 2025

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted photos on social media of men in handcuffs and chains.

Ron DeSantis making a close-mouthed smile

DeSantis: Recreational Weed Will Have "Big-Time Trouble" Getting on 2026 Ballot

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 4, 2025

DeSantis likened adding cannabis to the constitution to James Madison amending the Bill of Rights to add "pregnant pig care."

HSI, ICE, and DEA agents stand in a line with their backs to the camera.

Florida Highway Patrol Assists With Federal Immigration Enforcement Efforts

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 3, 2025

FHP troopers helped immigration agents in Fort Myers, days after DeSantis unveiled a partnership between HSI, ICE, and FHP.

Government

Long Live Miami’s Carollo Dynasty?

A January 6 Rioter is Running for Marco Rubio's Senate Seat

Government

Long Live Miami’s Carollo Dynasty?

A January 6 Rioter is Running for Marco Rubio's Senate Seat

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