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“This conversation brought together leaders who understand that the youth mental health challenge is not something we can fix overnight or with a single solution,” said Carlos Curbelo, a former congressman from Miami and a board member of the national Coalition to Empower our Future.
'A complex problem': Miami roundtable takes on scarcity of mental health care for young people
“This conversation brought together leaders who understand that the youth mental health challenge is not something we can fix overnight or with a single solution,” said Carlos Curbelo, a former congre...
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It has been very profitable to own a South Florida home over the past 15-plus years. Long-term homeowners here are sitting on a mountain of profits, but if they sell, they also likely face a hefty tax bill. And that could be making the housing market more unaffordable for younger buyers.
How taxes on homeowner profits could be slowing down South Florida's housing market
It has been very profitable to own a South Florida home over the past 15-plus years. Long-term homeowners here are sitting on a mountain of profits, but if they sell, they also likely face a hefty tax...
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Three years after Democrat-led investors bought two prominent Miami stations, critics say the plan to steer Spanish-language radio in a more moderate, professional direction has run aground. The buyers point to rough local media economics — and politics.
Mambí Muddle: Has a major Spanish-language radio reform venture failed in Miami?
Three years after Democrat-led investors bought two prominent Miami stations, critics say the plan to steer Spanish-language radio in a more moderate, professional direction has run aground. The buyer...
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The district hosted a series of community meetings in September to gather feedback from families and anxieties about potential impacts, including how students with special needs might be affected. Tuesday's meeting recapped the findings and potential strategies.
As Broward advances plan to adapt to low enrollment, parents voice concerns over school closures
The district hosted a series of community meetings in September to gather feedback from families and anxieties about potential impacts, including how students with special needs might be affected. Tue...
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In the midst of what is arguably one of the most divisive periods in U.S. history, the New World Symphony in Miami Beach is opening its season with a piece that celebrates America's democratic ideals. Malina will narrate Aaron Copland's 'Lincoln Portrait'
'West Wing' actor Joshua Malina to join New World Symphony for season opener
In the midst of what is arguably one of the most divisive periods in U.S. history, the New World Symphony in Miami Beach is opening its season with a piece that celebrates America's democratic ideals....
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Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has officially opened the application window for its nationally recognized Magnet and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs for the 2026-2027 school year, the district announced today.
Enrollment open for Miami-Dade schools magnet and VPK programs
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has officially opened the application window for its nationally recognized Magnet and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs for the 2026-2027 school year, ...
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Blanche Ely High School in Pompano Beach and William Dandy Middle School in Fort Lauderdale are the first schools in the district to house Health and Resource Hubs, offering preventative screenings, general check-ups, counseling and more.
Wellness centers in two Broward schools pave the way for healthier students and families
Blanche Ely High School in Pompano Beach and William Dandy Middle School in Fort Lauderdale are the first schools in the district to house Health and Resource Hubs, offering preventative screenings, g...
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South Florida’s affordability crisis is deepening again.

That’s the message from the latest report by the nonprofit United Way that shows more than half of Miami-Dade County households earn less than what it is needed to afford basic necessities.
Miami-Dade and Broward families struggle to make ends meet, says annual United Way report
South Florida’s affordability crisis is deepening again, the United Way ALICE report finds.
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