Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis criticizes Miami-Dade's proposed 2025-26 budget for its impact on working families, including new fees and service cuts.

Miami-Dade County Commissioners voted to exclude Doral as a site for a waste-to-energy facility, acknowledging years of local opposition and entering cost negotiations with the city.

Moody's reaffirmed Weston, FL's Aaa credit rating, reflecting the city's high financial quality and low credit risk. This elite standing among municipal bond issuers supports favorable borrowing terms.

A plan to repurpose Miami's historic Olympia Theater as an educational and arts venue by SLAM Miami and charter school networks awaits a city commission vote.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools discontinued free citizenship classes for immigrants due to federal funding cuts, impacting residents' path to U.S. citizenship.

Miami is set to begin construction on Florida's first and the US' largest phytosanitary treatment and cold chain processing facility, with a groundbreaking event.

Miami-Dade County's vote on a new waste incinerator is delayed for further analysis amid opposition from residents and concerns over environmental safety.

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced a $400 million budget shortfall in Miami-Dade County, leading to austerity measures including department consolidation, layoffs, and fee hikes.

John Field is appointed interim head of Planning Zoning & Building department after Doug Wise's retirement, aiming to maintain dedication to public safety and welfare.

New ICE memo allows for rapid deportations, creating concern over due process and detainee safety; Congresswoman Salazar proposes Dignity Act in response.

Miami-Dade County is considering the location for a waste-to-energy facility, with Mayor Levine Cava proposing to transport waste out-of-county instead. A pivotal vote by commissioners is scheduled for July 16, 2025.

Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis initiates a swimming lesson voucher program in District 6, Hialeah, to promote water safety for kids during the summer.

Broward County Public Schools are starting a new school lunch application process with the end of universal free lunches, requiring applications for free or reduced-price meals and an increase in lunch prices. Breakfast remains free.