False promises, fallen leaders for Miami's neediest district

As the latest in a string of politicos in Miami's most impoverished district fights prosecution, residents wonder if the recent area investment will continue. 1258978281

POMPANO BEACH

Broward County Fair returns without usual fanfare

A low-key Broward County Fair is under way -- but without carnival rides, midway attractions, games or food booths. 1258977048

HEALTHCARE

Before any healthcare reform, U.S. doctor supply is already strained

Experts worry that a healthcare overhaul would result in a potentially overwhelming demand for primary-care doctors. 1258978983

ART COLLECTING

Market bouncing back in time for Art Basel Miami Beach

After getting hammered during the global economic crisis, art prices seem to be making a comeback. 1258988625

HOMEOWNERS' INSURANCE

Insurers reducing, eliminating discounts for storm fortifications

Homeowners who got insurance discounts after fortifying their homes with shutters are facing new inspections that could lead to their discounts being slashed or eliminated.

HOLIDAY TRAVEL

Thanksgiving travel: myth or reality?

The Wednesday before Thanksgiving might be getting a bad rap: It's not quite the travel nightmare you probably think it is.

SCOTT ROTHSTEIN SCANDAL

'Juice scam' victim: I was lured into Scott Rothstein deal

A Coconut Grove businessman says he invested $2.16 million with Scott Rothstein after a friend solicited him to buy into a high-profit deal -- that returned nothing.

DOLPHINS 24, PANTHERS 17

Miami Dolphins' Ricky Williams scores 3 TDs in win over Carolina Panthers

Ricky Williams scored three touchdowns - including one on a 46-yard burst - and the Dolphins' defense held off Carolina late as Miami improved to 5-5 on the season with a 24-17 road victory Thursday night.

CORAL GABLES HIGH STABBING

Accused teen in Coral Gables High stabbing claims self-defense

At a bond hearing, a lawyer for Coral Gables High student Andy Rodriguez, accused of killing a fellow student, suggested his client acted in self-defense.

MIAMI-DADE GOVERNMENT

Miami-Dade leaders' foreign travel may get more scrutiny

Calls for tighter controls follow reports that a Miami-Dade trade agency has spent freely but produced little.

MIAMI

Ex-Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones to run again

Suspended Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones formally announced that she will run for her vacant seat.

LAND SHARK STADIUM

Soccer helps Hondurans forget their political woes

Thousands of fans put Honduras' political problems aside for one night to cheer on the nation's soccer team as it prepares for World Cup competition.

EDUCATION

Florida to seek $1 billion in U.S. education grants

Eligible for up to $700 million in competitive federal grants for education, Florida anticipates asking the federal government for even more than that.

SCOTT ROTHSTEIN SCANDAL

Other law firms scoop up Scott Rothstein's colleagues

Being a former employee of Scott Rothstein isn't proving to be an obstacle for some of those attorneys who are now looking for jobs.

CUBA | HUMAN RIGHTS

Report: Cuba's Raúl Castro as ruthless as Fidel

A report by Human Rights Watch paints Raúl Castro's regime in Cuba as little more than a continuation of his brother's `abusive laws and institutions.'

MIAMI DOLPHINS

Another season ends abruptly for Miami Dolphins' Ronnie Brown

The determined Dolphins lost their best player when workhorse running back Ronnie Brown's season came to an early end for the second time in his NFL career.

MIAMI

Veteran cop Miguel Exposito likely pick for Miami police chief

Maj. Miguel Exposito, a 35-year Miami Police Department veteran with deep ties to Mayor Tomás Regalado, is expected to be named chief on Thursday.

SCOTT ROTHSTEIN SCANDAL

Scott Rothstein Ponzi case turns to raids on banks

Scott Rothstein's Ponzi scheme went through a `supersonic' boom in October as he moved more than $100 million out of investor accounts, lawyers say.

TURMOIL AT CITY HALL

Ousted Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones may run for seat

As Miami's mayor announced a special election for Overtown's District 5 seat following the suspension of Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones, the city awaited the next political shoe to drop.