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August 24, 2018

• Here are some issues CEOs hope lawmakers keep top-of-mind this election year
• In the Florida Keys, crews have cleared 4 of 103 canals set for cleanup from Hurricane Irma
• A diver’s body was found deep in the ocean off the Keys. But was the recovery legal?
• Former third-grade teacher hit with 14 new child molestation charges from students
• Neighbors want Pitbull to clean up trash at abandoned Pinecrest house he apparently owns
• Kirk Herbstreit discusses where UM stacks up. And Hurricanes personnel notes
• What an opponent and Gase have noticed about Dolphins’ Jakeem Grant. And Osweiler makes his case.
• Mudslinging in Dade race means tolls, trains and helicopters with giant magnets
• Clean money is a long-term blessing for Miami real estate
• Florida HOA’s demand for removal of ‘Little Free Library’ box from yard feeds negative image of associations
• It’s not cost that keeps Americans from stock investing
• He met his idol Jose Fernandez at age 12. Now his game is showing a similar flair
• Coconut bras and politics: Jimmy Buffett hits the campaign trail for Gwen Graham
• Sports on TV: Friday, Aug. 24, 2018
• A young Hialeah team made a big statement in its season opener against Miami Springs
• Florida’s $150 million primary race for governor nears the finish line
• Media mogul with Miami mansion emerges as key suspect in Venezuela corruption case
• Send all the incumbents back to the Miami-Dade County Commission — except one
• Live South Florida high school football updates for Week 1
• Here’s one critical question the Marlins must answer and what they know so far
• Will you run into red tide during your next weekend Gulf coast getaway? Possibly.
• Don’t tell Quincy Redmon he’s not making the Miami Dolphins. Don’t doubt him either
• ‘When is Mommy coming?’ Woman mauled to death by her dog as 4-year-old calls for help
• Columbus football honors Ari Arteaga before dominating season opener
• Ten things to know about Hurricanes recruit and major-league prospect Victor Mederos
• As his senior year begins, Cardinal Gibbons QB proclaims he’s ‘going out with a bang’
• Yes, this WWE Superstar, who returned to action, is in the return of 2K Showcase
• Outcome of Republican primary for Florida governor may rewrite political playbook
• Key West drug sweep of firehouses nets one arrest — for a tiny amount of cocaine
• Deputy was driving erratically, carrying three guns and a tactical vest, police say
• A wanted bank robber sped off from police in a stolen van, cops said. He didn’t get far.
• At 6-foot-4, he is FIU’s tallest safety. Now he is bidding for playing time as freshman
• Miami’s fake Saudi prince withdraws his guilty plea on charges of swindling millions
• Teen brothers lived in cell phone store — but that’s not what they were selling, Mass. cops say
• Gators coach Mullen is more focused on UF’s depth than position battles. This is why
• ‘He brought out the Satan in me.’ A man threatened his co-worker over Christian music, cops say
• Miami Dolphins once again surprise a South Florida high school with football equipment
• Milk and orange juice blocked a major road at rush hour. Blame the Publix truck driver
• Subway employee gave co-worker a pill — then raped her on the job, Indiana police say
• This middle school substitute teacher is accused of performing oral sex on a student
• Latin American countries urged to boost vaccinations amid Venezuelan measles outbreak
• North Korea seems to be getting cozy with Cuba
• Panthers duo get a chance to return to old college grounds for this historic series
• Dolphins to face long-time tormentor as pivotal decisions loom. Will Frank Gore play?
• How good (or bad) the Dolphins will be is about to be revealed for first time
• CCW and NXT in August, plus pro wrestling shows in September in South Florida
• 5 best Miami Spice restaurants for vegans or vegetarians
• Sen. Nelson demands feds stop blocking release of FIU bridge records; others balk
• Canes leader surrounded by anxious talent: ‘There’s only one ball,’ so best not to pout
• Fewer people are using cash, which means fewer tips. And Miami workers are hurting
• Miami Marlins’ Kyle Barraclough back from the DL, aiming to put struggles behind him
• Naked man on bicycle stuns Miami commuters in I-95 traffic
• Acuna hit by pitch again, Anderson hit also as tensions linger between Marlins, Braves
• 5 best Miami Spice restaurants for vegans or vegetarians
• These cookies are as big as your head and they’re Miami’s new obsession
• You think axe-throwing is exciting, wait till you see Miami’s new chancleta throwing bar
• We went on a Croqueta Tour of Miami. Five stops in one day — the most-Miami adventure
• Judge fatally shoots himself after a lengthy standoff with police. Hostages are safe.
• These cookies are as big as your head and they’re Miami’s new obsession
• You think axe-throwing is exciting, wait till you see Miami’s new chancleta throwing bar
• We went on a Croqueta Tour of Miami. Five stops in one day — the most-Miami adventure
• What a nursing assistant did with a boy who can’t speak got her arrested. And suspended.
• A gassy guard sought Instagram fame on the night shift. His bosses weren’t pleased.
• George Sheldon, a former DCF secretary and a champion for foster children, dies
• The day after his birthday, the deputy told other cops about his interest in child porn