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Miami News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Miami News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

by The Local Wire

Miami: Miami Officer Fires Weapon in Miami Shores Incident | June 22

Miami authorities are investigating a police shooting in Miami Shores after a video surfaced, while wildfires continue to burn across South Florida, affecting multiple areas. Los Angeles school superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned following an FBI raid, and Miami faces thunderstorms with high temperatures forecasted.

Miami: Brush fires continue to burn across Miami-Dade County | June 21

Miami firefighters continue battling wildfires that have scorched over 20,000 acres in Miami-Dade, forcing evacuations and road closures, while an air quality alert affects Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Scotland’s Tartan Army is gathering in downtown Miami for pre-World Cup celebrations ahead of the Brazil match.

Miami: Brush fires force road closures in Miami-Dade. | June 20

Miami firefighters are battling multiple brush fires across Miami-Dade County, closing Key West Highway, Coral Gables Causeway, and part of Florida’s Turnpike, while the American Red Cross offers shelter to displaced families. Extreme heat and humidity persist in South Florida, with warnings of possible thunderstorms and flash floods as temperatures hit 90.4°F.

Miami: Three hospitalized in SW Miami-Dade carjackings, MDSO reports | June 19

Miami police report three hospitalizations from a series of carjackings in Southwest Miami-Dade, while four wildfires near the Everglades force evacuations and road closures in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. A woman in Sunny Isles Beach is arrested for pushing a 5-year-old child at a local park, sparking debates on public safety and accountability.

Miami: Heat alert issued for South Florida as extreme temperatures loom | June 18

Miami officials issue critical heat warning for Thursday as temperatures hit mid-90s, while a wildfire in West Miami-Dade forces 200 evacuations and firefighters battle the blaze. The Panter, Panter & Sampedro Awards 2026 also announce scholarships to two Miami Palmetto Senior High students.

Miami: Miami-Dade Votes to Seize PortMiami Fuel Yard in Legal Battle | June 17

Miami officials issue heat advisory for dangerous temperatures hitting 110 degrees, while Miami-Dade County moves to seize a PortMiami fuel yard over environmental concerns. McDonald’s employees in Naples and Fort Myers will attend the FIFA World Cup as part of a special incentive program.

Miami: Local journalism wins top national award for Brightline investigation | June 16

Miami's Local Wire update highlights Brightline's expansion investigation by The Miami Herald and WLRN, state warnings on property tax cuts impacting local budgets, and Papa Keith's national move with iHeartMedia. The episode also covers heat relief with scattered storms and Miami's weather forecast.

Miami: Helicopter crash injures two at Pembroke Pines airport | June 15

Miami's Pembroke Pines airport closed after a helicopter crash injured two people, prompting aviation safety concerns. The Miami football program secured top recruit Andre Hyppolite, highlighting the city's growing athletic influence.

Miami: Authorities search for missing man in Miami after 24-hour disappearance | June 14

Miami authorities are searching for a missing 23-year-old man since Monday and rescuers are still looking for someone who went overboard in Biscayne Bay. The Miami-Dade School District also faces a low candidate turnout in its upcoming school board election amid concerns over voter engagement.

Miami: Man charged with murder in Miami-Dade bus stop attack | June 13

Miami authorities are investigating a murder at a Miami-Dade bus stop following a fatal beating, while Mayor Carlos Alvarez unveils airport beautification projects ahead of the World Cup. Residents also face rising heat, humidity, and seaweed buildup on beaches linked to nutrient runoff and warmer waters.

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