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Wells Fargo Bank wants to foreclose on Homestead affordable-housing complex

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:11 EDT

It’s not clear how the lawsuit will affect tenants.

Homestead tomato growers wary of Mexican competition

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:07 EDT

The federal government says a new deal with Mexico should help U.S. farmers, but some local growers remain skeptical.

Formerly segregated South Miami neighborhood dreams of a public pool

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:31 EST

After South Miami officials missed county deadlines for building a new pool, the county was ready to withdraw funding for the project in the predominantly black side of South Miami.

In popularity poll, Miami Marlins’ Jeffrey Loria ekes out a win over Fidel Castro

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:01 EST

No, the Marlins owner is not (quite) the most unpopular person in South Florida. Yes, the fans are in a lather over the latest salary purge.

In Midtown, condo boom’s leftovers dwindle

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:40 EDT

The condo units for sale in the Midtown Miami complex are one of the largest chunks of apartments remaining from Miami’s boom.

For seniors, foreclosure can destroy the golden years

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:40 EDT

An AARP study quantifies how the real estate crash has affected homeowners 50 or older — people who will have a hard time making up the loss of home equity later in life.

First Lady fires up college crowds as campaign appeals to youth vote

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:39 EDT

In dueling camps, Michelle Obama and George P. Bush, son of Jeb Bush, reached out to college students in Gainesville and Tallahassee.

Marlins reach two-million milestone at gate but fall again, this time to Braves

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:39 EDT

The Marlins went past the two-million mark in attendance at their new park but couldn’t come back against the Braves.

To fight for the revolution or for money — tough choice facing Cuban boxers

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:17 EDT

A new film looks at Cuban boxers, some of the best in the world, and the wrenching choice that each must ultimately make.

Beth David marks 100th New Year

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:16 EDT

Miami’s oldest Jewish congregation welcomes the year 5773 with a new look in its sanctuary

McDonald’s Big Mac = big calories. Still lovin’ it?

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:16 EDT

Nutritional information will now be posted on drive-through and behind-the-counter menus in all of the nearly 14,000 McDonald’s in the nation.

New Metrorail line popular with airport travelers

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:16 EDT

While it’s easier to get to and from MIA now, some regular commuters complain it has put the squeeze on regular service.

Free book service aims to reinforce Jewish children’s beliefs

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:16 EDT

The service provided by PJ Library serves hundreds of families in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

Walmart’s new push into more urban South Florida markets

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:16 EDT

The retail store steps up expansion in South Florida’s urban areas, but not without some debate.

Homer-stingy Marlins Park proves costly in Miami’s loss to Reds

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:15 EDT

Jose Reyes’ drive in the eighth and John Buck’s shot in the 11th for the final out couldn’t clear the wall at Marlins Park.

Reggie Bush, Ryan Tannehill lead Miami Dolphins in win over Raiders

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:15 EDT

Reggie Bush helped restore the Dolphins’ attack, piling up the yards as Ryan Tannehill and Joe Philbin earned their first NFL wins.

Upper Eastside residents want gay club shut down

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:44 EST

A recently opened gay club in Shorecrest has drawn the ire of local residents who believe it to be an illegal adult entertainment complex. The owner denies it, but the City of Miami has cited the business and opened an investigation.

VP Biden touts college tuition program in South Florida

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:59 EST

Vice President Joe Biden was on his way to a prom years ago when he saw his father pacing outside. His father had just been turned down for a loan to pay for Biden's education at the University of Delaware. The anecdote, delivered in a speech Monday to students at Florida State University, was used to promote President Barack Obama’s new college affordability plan — which would reward states for keeping costs low.

Santorum edges Romney in Iowa after all

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:51 EST

Mitt Romney says he and Rick Santorum ended up in a “virtual tie” in the Iowa caucuses after Republican Party officials finished counting results from the closest outcome in the event's history. Romney initially had been considered the winner by 8 votes but fell behind in the final counting.

Extremists' jeers at 8-year-old the last straw for Israelis

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:29 EST

Thousands of Israelis poured into this Jerusalem suburb Tuesday night in a protest against religious extremists who've targeted women and enforced strict division of the sexes in public life.