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Rubio describes Cuban government’s ties to U.S. adversaries, terrorists
The U.S. designated Cuba as a State Sponsor of Terrorism in 1982, rescinded it in 2015, and redesignated it in 2021.
Colombian Peso gains sharply against dollar after right-wing win
The Colombian Peso gained sharply against the U.S. dollar on Monday after a right-wing pro-business presidential candidate secured a runoff election.
Here is who Colombians voted for around the world
About 54% of Colombians who voted out of the country cast their ballots on Sunday for Abelardo de la Espriella, a right-wing supporter of President Donald Trump, and 28% for Iván Cepeda, a left-wing socialist.
Over 70% of Colombians in U.S. vote for de la Espriella, pro-Trump presidential candidate
More than 70% of Colombian voters in the United States voted for Abelardo de la Espriella, a supporter of President Donald Trump, according to the country’s national registry.
Colombia awaits results in highly polarized presidential election
Colombians waited Sunday night for the results of a presidential election widely considered the most polarized in recent history after a day of voting across the country.
Traffic alert: Colombians turn out to vote for 7 days in Coral Gables
Colombians will be casting their ballots for a new president from Monday to Sunday in Coral Gables, and police officers expect traffic and deep political divisions.
Colombian drugged, defrauded older, wealthier South Florida men he met through Grindr: Feds
A Colombian national already facing state charges in the Miami and Orlando areas is now facing several federal charges ― including kidnapping and fraud ― after authorities said he was part of a scheme to drug and defraud older, wealthier men he met, with others, through the online dating application Grindr.
Body found in Colombia believed to be missing American Airlines flight attendant, authorities say
Authorities in Colombia say a body has been found in the search for a missing American Airlines flight attendant from Dallas who disappeared during a layover in Medellín.
American Airlines flight attendant reported missing in Colombia during layover
Authorities are searching for an American Airlines flight attendant who they say went missing during a layover in Colombia after he was last seen early Sunday in Medellín’s La América neighborhood.
Man awaits sentencing in Miami after convictions related to a girl’s sexual abuse
A 65-year-old man was awaiting sentencing in prison on Wednesday in downtown Miami after a conviction related to the sexual abuse of a teen, records show.
Paloma Valencia aims to become 1st woman to be elected to the presidency in Colombia
A 48-year-old conservative senator aiming to replace Gustavo Petro may have a chance to be the first woman to serve as president in Colombia.
Trump seeks ‘dominance’ with new ‘Donroe Doctrine’
With his “Donroe Doctrine,” President Donald Trump said he seeks to implement his vision of U.S. “dominance” in the Western Hemisphere.
Who is Venezuela’s interim leader? Trump says ‘gracious’ Rodriguez has no choice but to allow U.S. to run Venezuela
During a news conference on Saturday in Palm Beach, after the U.S. military had captured Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores, President Donald Trump said “a group of people” were running Venezuela and Maduro’s vice president was “quite gracious” because “she really” didn’t have a choice.
Suspects accused of targeting Colombian soccer team linked to South Florida crime rings
Two men remain in federal custody after members of the Colombian national soccer team reported being followed by a suspicious vehicle while running errands in Fort Lauderdale last week.
Tensions with Venezuela: Warner criticizes Trump administration for excluding Democrats from briefing
uring a news conference on Thursday, Sen. Mark Warner criticized the Trump administration for excluding Democrats from attending a briefing about the U.S. military strikes in the Caribbean.
State Department revokes Colombian president’s visa over ‘incendiary actions’
The State Department announced late Friday the revocation of the visa for Colombian President Gustavo Petro after a protest outside of the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
Friends of Colombian woman killed in Miami crash ask for help with funeral expenses
Aluna Urrutia organized a fundraiser after her dear friend Cinthia Liliana Sierra Linares, a Colombian migrant who neighbors described as a hard worker, died tragically in Miami.
Miami ‘predator’ pharmacist gets life for Colombian child sex tourism: ‘Scourge upon humanity’
A Miami pharmacist was sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to traveling to Colombia to sexually abuse children, federal prosecutors announced Friday night.
Immigrant fathers in Miami make sacrifices to get children away from violence. Here is one story:
José Trinidad Torres Casas is among the many fathers who have arrived at Miami International Airport with plans of no return to his war-ravaged Colombia.
Gainesville police video shows UF student’s traffic stop before he was deported to Colombia
The Gainesville Police Department released the bodycam video recorded during a traffic stop that resulted in a University of Florida student’s recent deportation to Colombia.
Colombian-American entrepreneur based in Miami admits to defrauding feds in 2 plea deals
A Colombian-American entrepreneur based in Miami-Dade County pleaded guilty to federal charges on Monday related to a tax-evasion conspiracy that prosecutors estimate involved $90 million in bank accounts in Andorra, Israel, Panama, and Switzerland.
Rep. Gimenez seeks answers after US citizens affected by airport screenings amid diplomatic tensions
U.S. citizens arriving from Colombia at Miami International Airport faced unexpected screenings, sparking frustration and scrutiny from lawmakers.
Deportations in military planes expose growing rift in US-Colombia relations
Two U.S. Air Force cargo planes with deportees prompted a brief diplomatic crisis between Colombia and the U.S.
‘Tata’ agrees to guilty plea in Miami over ‘Tomaseros’ kidnapping of 2 US Army soldiers
A member of the former “Tomaseros” gang accused of drugging and kidnapping robbery victims in the entertainment districts of Bogotá, Colombia, appeared in U.S. federal court in Miami.
HSI helps arrest woman accused of producing videos of girls’ sex abuse
A woman stands accused Wednesday of producing videos of photos showing the sexual abuse of minors.
How man went from federal prison in Miami to a powerful job overseeing a country’s industrial system
In a bizarre turn, a 52-year-old Colombian businessman with friends in high places went from sleeping in a federal prison in Miami to recently celebrating his appointment as Venezuela’s new minister of industry and national production.
Copa America final in Miami: Not everyone is happy about 25 minutes with Shakira
In a clash of interests, between athleticism and entertainment, Colombia’s national head coach said he was worried that the 25-minute half-time-show with Shakira could hurt players during the Copa America final.
Copa America final in Miami: Temperatures to lower tonight for Argentina vs. Colombia match
Argentina and Colombia fans should expect lower temperatures and a 10% chance of rain during the historic Copa America final match on Thursday night at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Copa America final in Miami: Loyal Argentina-Colombia fans wait outside hotels for a chance to see their teams
Soccer fans worldwide have their eyes on Miami ahead of the Copa América 2024 final on Sunday at the Hard Rock Stadium. Still, the most loyal local fans were in Dania Beach and Coral Gables — despite the high 106-degree peak heat index.
Copa America final in Miami: Fontainebleau’s watch party is by the pool
There were still tickets available Thursday for the Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens — but the resale prices were soaring.
Copa America final in Miami: Bandshell to host watch party for hundreds
The Rhythm Foundation, a non-profit cultural organization, announced planning a watch party for the Copa América final on Sunday night at the Miami Beach Bandshell if the weather permits.
Copa America final in Miami: Stadium low-level club tickets start at $5,620; upper-level tickets start at $1,624
There were still tickets available Thursday for the Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens — but the resale prices were soaring.
Copa America final in Miami: Aventura Mall hosts fan zone, watch party
Aventura Mall is co-hosting a Copa America 2024 fan zone with Master Card.
Copa America final in Miami: Here are some facts about Colombia‘s soccer team
The Copa América final is between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., on Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens.
Copa America final in Miami: Here are some facts about Argentina’s soccer team
The Copa América final is between Argentina and Colombia at 8 p.m., on Sunday, at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens.
Copa America final in Miami: Officials release safety tips for fans of Argentina, Colombia
Sunday will be extraordinary for the world’s billions of soccer fans who plan to watch four of the best teams compete in two finals. And it will be even more remarkable for the tens of thousands of fans who will witness the matches in person.
Colombia moves forward in Copa America with 27-match unbeaten streak
Colombia’s national soccer team advanced to the Copa America’s semifinals after a 27-match unbeaten streak.
Feds describe how Miami contract pilot got caught trafficking cocaine
A Miami contract pilot known as “Jagger” flew a private jet registered in the U.S. from the Dominican Republic to Venezuela where he expected men to load about 1,700 kilograms of cocaine from Colombia.
Colombian ‘Harry Potter’ sentenced for drugging, kidnapping, robbing 2 U.S. Army soldiers in Bogotá
Jeffersson “Harry Potter” Arango was a member of the Tomaseros, a former Colombian gang that drugged and kidnapped robbery victims in the entertainment districts of Bogotá— and was hunted down after they targeted the wrong men.
Miami pharmacist’s arrest part of child sex tourism crackdown in Colombia
In an exclusive interview with Local 10 News Thursday, Anthony Salisbury, HSI Miami’s Special Agent in Charge, spoke about the ongoing initiatives aimed at preventing sexual predators from utilizing Miami as a gateway to exploit some of the world’s most vulnerable children overseas.
Miami pharmacist’s trafficking case casts spotlight on ‘horrific’ child sex tourism in Colombia
Experts say the arrest of a Miami pharmacist is bringing new attention to the prevalence of child sex tourism in Colombia.
Miami pharmacist accused of paying to have sex with minors in Colombia
A pharmacist from South Florida could be spending a long time behind bars after he allegedly paid to have sex with children between the ages of 10 and 12, the Department of Justice confirmed in a news release Tuesday.
Local 10 to air special, ‘Griselda: The Real Madrina’
Local 10 recently traveled to the winding streets of Medellin, Colombia, into barrio Antioquia, where a young Griselda Blanco was coming of age decades ago.
Griselda archives: Cocaine dirty money affords foreign brutal killers luxury in Miami
Luis Garcia-Blanco, a Cuban who had arrived in Miami on the Mariel boatlift, was accused of shooting his ex-girlfriend Maricel Gutierrez in the head with a machine gun in 1980, in Miami-Dade. He had allegedly also cut off her finger and kept it in a Bible.
Griselda archives: War on drugs leaves trail of cold case cases in Miami-Dade
When an assassin in Miami-Dade killed Oscar Piedrahita — who had allegedly betrayed Colombian cocaine trafficker Griselda Blanco — he used a submachine gun. The hitman put more bullets in Piedrahita’s garage door than he put in him.
Griselda archives: Colombian mothers face true cost of cocaine business after families turn into crime rings
Federal agents with the Drug Enforcement Agency waited for guests to arrive for a baby shower at a restaurant in Miami’s Little Havana. When they moved in to arrest a woman, two men who were near her ran away holding cases for what appeared to be a violin and a guitar.
Griselda archives: Cocaine wars in Miami came with wild-west-style shootouts amid competition for crown
In northern Bogotá, Colombia, in a posh neighborhood, a woman clad in soft beige walked in high heels out of a two-story house with armed guards to investigate who was spying on her in the 1980s. Detectives identified her as Veronica Rivera de Vargas, better known as Bogotá's “Queen of Cocaine.”
New US-Venezuela prisoner swap includes Miami federal case
A US-Venezuela prisoner swap was ongoing on Wednesday between Nicolas Maduro, who is wanted for narcotrafficking in the U.S., and President Joe Biden’s administration.
Colombian president lives with Asperger’s syndrome, his brother reveals
Colombian President Gustavo Petro lives with Asperger’s syndrome, the president’s brother recently told a Colombian reporter.
‘Miracle’: 4 kids hospitalized after surviving 40 days lost in jungle, plane crash killing mom
One-year-old Cristin; 4-year-old Tien, 9-year-old Soleiny, and 13-year-old Lesly were lost in the world’s largest tropical rainforest for 40 days after walking away from a fatal plane crash in Colombia.
Weird crime: Man arrested over fatal sorcerer’s healing ritual
A 56-year-old man known as The Sorcerer of Liborina covered a 31-year-old mother of four with a potion that was made out of alcohol, sulfur, and camphor, a waxy substance that is usually made from turpentine oil, according to prosecutors.
Colombia’s upcoming political shift comes amid guerrilla leader’s mystery
The Colombian government claims the leader of a remaining Marxist guerrilla group is on his deathbed in Venezuela. The guerrilla group claims he was injured but he is recovering.
Stands collapse during Colombia bull fight, killing at least 6 and injuring 200
Several people were killed and many others injured after part of a stadium collapsed during a bullfight in Colombia.
Left and center political parties gain strength in Colombian Congress
It was a joyous night for the far left political party in Colombia on Sunday.
Colombian voters select presidential candidates for May election
Colombian voters have selected their presidential candidates. This year’s ballot will list six candidates including a former guerrilla fighter, a woman who was kidnapped by guerrilla fighters and a mathematician.
Colombian communist says artisanal beer ‘tastes like peace’
As the conflict between Colombian capitalists and Colombian communists continues, a former guerrilla fighter said the artisanal beer that he is helping to produce “tastes like peace.”
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine comes amid Colombia-Venezuela tensions
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine comes at a time when tensions between Colombia and Venezuela have been escalating.
Pro-choice groups celebrate historic victory in Colombia
There were only three exceptions — life-threats, fetus anomaly, or rape or incest — when a coalition filed a lawsuit to challenge the ban as discriminatory. On Monday, pro-choice activists had a historic victory.
Colombian working as Venezuelan envoy was DEA informant, records show
A federal judge unsealed records on Wednesday in Miami revealing that a Colombian businessman who Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had described as his envoy was a confidential source for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
Small town entrepreneurs find opportunity in Haitian migrant crisis
The small beachside town street vendors that used to cater to Colombian city tourists have adapted their inventory to their new customers: A new wave of desperate migrants heading to the U.S.
More Haitian migrants face deadly jungle after crossing Colombia-Panama border
At the Colombian coastal town of Necoclí, there is a store selling only boat tickets to cross the Gulf of Urabá — which acts as the bridge between South and Central America.
Colombian coastal town adapts to surge of Haitian migrants en route to US-Mexico border
Necoclí is no longer the secluded beachside town tourists from neighboring cities used to visit. The stop in a smugglers’ route is old. Local officials say the desperation is unprecedented.
Duque supports SOS Cuba protests while stifling protests in Colombia, critics say
Milton Pinzón held up a sign during a protest Tuesday against Colombian President Iván Duque’s tax reform in Bogotá.
Venezuelan trio aims to document refugee crisis during pandemic
Three members of Fuerza y Fé, a Venezuelan nonprofit organization, said they are hiking with undocumented migrants to help give others perspective about the ongoing diaspora.
Haitian police: 26 of 28 mercenaries in president’s murder are Colombian, 2 are Haitian American
As the investigation into the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse continued, Haitian authorities announced Thursday that 17 suspects were detained, three were killed during a shootout, and eight fled.
Nationwide protests against tax reform turn deadly in Colombia
Protesters marched against tax reform for eight days in Colombia’s biggest cities. The demonstrations turned deadly before the president promised to find other ways to address the economic crisis.
Refugees fearing Venezuelan military remain stranded in Arauquita
Edith Rosa Medina remained at a temporary shelter this week in Colombia’s town of Auraquita. She has been sleeping in a tent set up at a basketball court where the students of the Gabriel Garcia Marquez school usually play.
Deadly Venezuelan military operation sends thousands of refugees to Colombia
For days, the explosions and shootings were loud enough that people on both sides of the Venezuela-Colombia border could hear them. The violence was part of a Venezuelan military operation that started about two weeks ago.
Boy dubbed Colombia’s ‘Greta Thunberg’ braves death threat with his environmental activism
Francisco Vera was 6 years old when he attended his first protest against bullfighting, which Colombia’s constitutional court later ruled was a tradition that does not fall under the category of animal cruelty. It has been five years since, and his activism now includes campaigns against oil fracking tech and single-use plastics.
Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ raise ecological dilemma
Nearly three decades after he was killed, Pablo Escobar was able to leave behind another ticking bomb. This one comes with poop that environmentalists say is threatening to collectively suffocate fish in one of Colombia’s main rivers.
Immigration policy: Boy waits for Biden to stop painful family separation
There is heartbreak in Florida and in Colombia. A Venezuelan-American family hasn’t been able to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve together for three Decembers now.
Colombia’s COVID-19 vaccine campaign aims to protect 35 million
More than 56,000 people in Colombia have died of COVID-19 during the pandemic. Colombian President Ivan Duque’s goal is to inoculate about 35 million people this year.
Valentine’s Day romantics help sustain about 140,000 jobs in Colombia
Valentine’s Day romantics in the United States are giving hope to workers at flower farms in Colombia during the coronavirus pandemic
Impoverished Venezuelan refugees wait for next steps to legal status in Colombia
Estefania Gonzalez is among the undocumented Venezuelan refugees who are panhandling in the streets of Bogota during the coronavirus pandemic.
Half of Colombia’s gastronomic sector vanishes in less than a year
Claudia Rivas has been showing up to work every day. She is grateful to still work at a restaurant’s kitchen in Bogota, the gastronomic capital of Colombia.
Colombian capital faces hospital capacity shortage with strict measures
A new rise in coronavirus cases prompted officials in Bogota, Colombia to enforce a strict lockdown and a curfew amid shortages in hospital capacity and fears of the more contagious British variant.
Colombian capital implements strict lockdowns amid hospital capacity shortage
A new rise in coronavirus cases prompted officials in Bogota, Colombia to enforce a strict lockdown and a curfew amid shortages in hospital capacity and fears of the more contagious British variant.
Former political prisoner in exile visits Colombia-Venezuela border
Leopoldo Lopez, the son of the great-grandchild of Venezuela’s first president, recently hiked one of the many treacherous trails that Venezuelans regularly hike to Colombia. The journey, often led by resourceful black-market entrepreneurs, requires crossing a muddy area and the Tachira River.
Amid extremely hard times, Colombians come together for Noche de Las Velitas
For Colombians in the country and the diaspora around the world, it's one of the most beloved traditions as the Christmas season kicks off with the Noche de Las Velitas or Night of the Little Candles.
Thousands want out of hurricane-ravaged Colombian island
Laidy Betancourt, her husband, and their 10-year-old son lost everything when Hurricane Iota destroyed Providencia, a mountainous Colombian island in the Caribbean. The paradise island is no more.
Illegal armed groups use pandemic to tighten control of Colombian hot zone
As long as the demand for blow, coke, or snow remains, it will be difficult for Colombians to feel safe. It is why in some areas, violating a curfew during the coronavirus pandemic could get a person killed — despite the November 2016 peace deal with leftist guerrillas.
Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe tests positive for COVID-19
Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe, who has not been charged with a crime, will be serving house arrest at his ranch in northern Colombia.
Colombia orders arrest of former president Alvaro Uribe
Colombia’s Supreme Court just ordered the arrest of former President Alvaro Uribe as part of an investigation into witness tampering.