A global small‑RNA study that used Miami mosquito samples found dozens of insect viruses inside Aedes aegypti, suggesting the bugs themselves may help predict outbreak risk.

A Miami promoter known as “Bitcoin Rodney” pleaded guilty in the federal HyperFund case that prosecutors say collected about $1.8 billion; sentencing is set for July 23.

Michael Klinger’s Saber South sold 56 Bal Bay Drive for nearly $43M, the priciest Bal Harbour home sale this year. The buyer hasn't been publicly identified.

Authorities say a seized Telegram channel was used to recruit English‑speaking workers to Cambodian scam compounds where they were forced to run frauds against U.S. victims.

A 25-year-old was arrested after swinging a knife on Ocean Drive; he later told officers he was “just trying to get girls’ numbers.”

Two women were arrested after police say they forced their way into an apartment near MLK Jr. Avenue and assaulted a mother and three children in Fort Lauderdale.

Neighbors are mobilizing to protect nearly 10 acres of forest after a developer revised plans for 72 townhomes near Quentin Avenue and Nickels Boulevard. The parcel is home to gopher tortoises and a long‑standing tree canopy.

Atlantic Pacific broke ground on a 101-unit affordable project in West Perrine, advancing Miami-Dade’s RAD redevelopment and promising new resident amenities.

A Doral mother was arrested after deputies say she battered a deputy during a DUI stop while three children rode in her SUV.

Inspectors closed a Sonic across from Hard Rock Stadium after finding 31 violations, including dozens of rodent droppings; the location passed a re‑inspection and reopened.

Elser's downtown rooftop will host free FIFA World Cup watch parties and trivia with a poolside jumbotron, international bites and beer buckets.

Heat Advisory noon–6 p.m. Tuesday; highs near 90°F and heat index into the 105s. Cooling sites are open and scattered storms could bring brief heavy rain.

An 8,000-square-foot Italian food hall called Zuccaly is slated for the Plaza Coral Gables this summer, with six counters, a market and a Negroni-forward bar.