Ex-Plantation Mayor Dodges Conviction in Developer Favor Case
Former Plantation mayor Lynn Stoner pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 12 months of probation with adjudication withheld after prosecutors said she tried to help a developer. The case stemmed from an OIG probe into a false city letter and other actions while she was in office.
Mandarin Oriental Bets Big With Waterfront Tower On West Palm’s North Flagler
Mandarin Oriental and Great Gulf announced a 31‑story, 87‑unit luxury residences tower on North Flagler Drive, designed by Safdie Architects and aimed to open in 2031. The project brings resort amenities and branded service to the Intracoastal waterfront.
Developer Dangles Workforce Units for 47-Story Miami Tower Deal
A&E District Holding Co. has asked for incentives to build a 47‑story, 576‑unit tower at 1515 N.E. Miami Place that would set aside 231 workforce apartments. The proposal leans on Live Local‑era incentives to boost density and speed approvals.
Phony Ticket Texts Blitz Miami Drivers As Tax Collector Sounds Alarm
Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez warns of a spike in fake texts telling drivers they owe traffic tickets or tolls. Officials advise ignoring links, verifying fines through official channels and reporting suspicious messages.
Florida’s NIL Cash Crunch: State Task Force Huddles To Save College Sports
Florida's state university system formed a task force to set NIL and revenue‑sharing rules as trustees approved temporary auxiliary funding to steady athletic budgets. The panel will shape how campuses handle direct payments and compliance in the months ahead.
Miami Beach Mansion Meltdown: Alex Sapir Divorce Heads for October Court Clash
A non‑jury trial is set for Oct. 19, 2026, after a judge briefly approved a $2.2M loan tied to the Sapirs' Venetian Islands home and Yanina moved to void the order. The dispute will test how sale costs and short‑term loans are split while the property is marketed.
YNW Melly’s Jail Battle Boils Over As Lawyers Push To Get Him Out Of Broward
Melly’s lawyers filed a March 25 motion asking a Broward judge to free the rapper pending a 2027 retrial, citing new evidence and harsh jail conditions. The bid seeks an Arthur hearing and a split of proceedings so bond can be weighed separately.
Mystery Mogul Snags Twin Golden Beach Oceanfront Prizes for $53 Million
An anonymous buyer paid about $53M for an oceanfront Golden Beach mansion and the adjacent lot, creating a rare beachfront assemblage with more than 200 feet of private sand. The purchases add to a recent run of high‑end deals on Ocean Boulevard.
Miami Office Sizzle Fizzles As Big Shots Sign Bite-Size Leases
Billionaires and tech names keep making headlines in Miami — but leasing data show most newcomers are signing modest suites and expansions rather than massive headquarters. Brokers and researchers say the market’s true test will be bigger pre‑leases and hiring.
Golden Glades Keeps Growing as Resia Files 220-Unit North Miami Plan
Resia filed a pre‑application to build Golden Glades II, a proposed 220‑unit income‑restricted apartment community on a 5.46‑acre site near the Golden Glades interchange. The plan follows the developer’s nearby modular-built complex.
Miami Mom Turns Tragedy Into All-Out War On Child Drownings
A Miami mother’s nonprofit helped seed Zero Drownings Miami‑Dade, pairing free school‑day swim lessons with family courses and a searchable listing of programs. Local partners say school‑day access can change outcomes for the county’s youngest children.
Indicted Miami Beach Restaurateur Serves Up Glam Collins Ave Hotspot Anyway
Leonardo, a glamorous Italian restaurant on Collins Avenue, opened this month even as co‑owner Igor Dze faces a federal indictment in Chicago. Authorities say the probe seized large quantities of marijuana, firearms and cash.
Bal Harbour Brawl: Florida AG Jumps Into Live Local Fight at Luxe Shops
Florida's attorney general filed a brief backing Bal Harbour Shops’ Live Local redevelopment plan, escalating a court fight over zoning, height and workforce housing. The move raises statewide questions about when Tallahassee can override local rules.
Plantation Apartment Hotspot Gets New Look as Maxx Drops $70M on 250 Units
Maxx Properties purchased and rebranded a 250-unit Plantation apartment community as The Ellery, and the new owner plans amenity, interior and tech upgrades. Brokers say the off-market deal was financed with CBRE-arranged debt.
Maradona-Inspired 1986 Steak House Kicks Off In Coconut Grove
Maradona-inspired 1986 Steak House opens May 4 at the Mayfair House in Coconut Grove, serving asado-fired steaks and a cocktail program from Buenos Aires’ Tres Monos. The group says the menu will showcase beef from Argentina, the U.S. and Japan.
WeatherTech Mogul Dumps Fort Lauderdale Mansion In $26 Million Do-Over Deal
WeatherTech founder David MacNeil sold a Fort Lauderdale beachfront mansion for $26M, the latest move in a months‑long South Florida real‑estate spree. The property had a tangled ownership history and was relisted after litigation.
Ex Prison Guard Nabbed After Caribbean Chase In Port St. Lucie Bank Heist
An 11-month hunt that reached the Caribbean ended when police and the FBI arrested ex-corrections officer Mary Adolphus in a June PNC bank robbery, officials say. She was stopped at Miami International Airport and later confessed, authorities say.
Forgotten In The Heat: West Palm Beach Inmate Says Cops Left Him 11 Hours In Squad Car
An inmate says he was left shackled and forgotten in a squad car for 11 hours after a court hearing; the sheriff's office has placed two deputies on administrative leave. The family has hired an attorney as investigators review the case.
Miami Lab Blasts Manufactured Home With Category 5 Winds In Wild Hurricane Test
FIU researchers put a manufactured home in front of the university’s Wall of Wind this week to see how anchors, skirting and siding hold up as winds climb toward Category 5. The tests are part of a multi‑university program to collect data that could influence future HUD rules.
Joy, Jitters and Faith: Miami’s Cuba Nostalgia Party Under a Darkening Cloud
Cuba Nostalgia drew thousands to Miami this weekend — celebration mixed with worry as blackouts, a reported drone buildup and possible legal action against Raúl Castro loomed. Locals said hope and concern sat side by side at the fair.
Messi Limps Off In Miami’s 10-Goal Mayhem As World Cup Clock Ticks
Lionel Messi left Inter Miami’s last MLS match before the World Cup after grabbing his leg and being substituted in the 73rd minute; Miami won a wild 6‑4 game. His status for Argentina’s warmups is now a close watch for fans and medical staff.
Miami Sergeant Walks After Deadly West Little River Corvette Chase
The Miami‑Dade State Attorney’s Office declined to charge Sgt. Kelvin Cox after reviewing video and witness accounts from the June 17, 2025 West Little River shooting. The decision follows months of scrutiny after body‑worn footage circulated last summer.

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