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Top Miami news: VA employees accused of taking bribes; new 911 system can pinpoint location; more

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Published on December 13, 2019
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Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Miami.

Miami Beach horse-drawn carriage rides canceled after complaints of animal abuse

A handful of residents and animal activists called the rides antiquated.

Read the full story on MiamiNewTimes.

Miami VA employees accused of taking cash bribes from from vendors

The employees received bribes ranging from $2,100 to more than $10,000, federal authorities say.

Read the full story on MiamiNewTimes.

New 911 system can pinpoint exact location

Miami Police on Thursday unveiled a new 911 system that is designed to eliminate any question about where a person calling for help actually is, even if the person can’t talk.

Read the full story on NBC6.

Rapper Saucy Santana among 3 hurt in shooting on I-95

Three people, including singer and entertainer Saucy Santana, were hospitalized after a Wednesday morning shooting on Interstate 95 near the entrance ramp from Miami Gardens Drive.

Read the full story on NBC LA.

Miami may seek $250M for affordable home-buying program

The Miami City Commission is looking to seek $250 million in loans and grants to create an affordable home ownership program with at least 2,500 residential units. 

Read the full story on Real Deal Miami.


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