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Art Basel Miami Beach surprises with robots and other pieces- but not with traffic

It’s Art Basel Miami Beach time. The land and water traffic from Miami to Miami Beach and Biscayne Bay hasn’t surprised, but the art has.

Early morning runners have Halloween fun in Miami Beach

Runners had fun on Saturday in Miami Beach during the Halloween Half Marathon, Freaky 4-Miler & Trick, and Treat Kids Dash events. 

Investigation underway after body found in water near Miami Beach Marina

Miami Beach police were investigating after a body was found in the water near Government Cut on Wednesday morning.

Tourist from Canada jailed after daughter, 4, found wandering naked in Miami Beach, cops say

Miami Beach police said they arrested a woman visiting from Canada on Tuesday after a “concerned” good Samaritan found her 4-year-old daughter wandering naked and alone in a South Beach neighborhood.

Big project brings hopes of returning iconic Lincoln Road to its ‘heyday’

There’s a new boost to the iconic Lincoln Road on Miami Beach: a $29.4 million upgrade that includes projects on Meridian and Drexel Avenues.

Man accused of antisemitic harassment at Temple Moses in Miami Beach

A 25-year-old man faces two criminal charges after his recent arrest over accusations of antisemitic harassment at Temple Moses in Miami Beach’s Normandy Isle.

Hostel fire impacts 98 in South Beach

Firefighters responded to a fire on Monday on the second floor of a hostel in South Beach.

Clay Play provides calming, creative experience at South Beach hotel

There’s a new way to get creative on Miami Beach.

New York state duo accused of ‘hot-boxing’ car with 2-year-old inside on Ocean Drive

Miami Beach police arrested a man and woman from upstate New York after they said they were “hot-boxing” their car with cannabis outside of a well-known South Beach hotel with a 2-year-old boy in the back seat over the holiday weekend.

‘Kind of failed us’: Family of tourist slain on Ocean Drive decries 4-year wait for suspect’s trial

It’s been four agonizing years for the family of a 21-year-old father fatally shot outside of a South Beach restaurant while on vacation from out of state.

Video released after police officer parked in bike lane arrests cyclist in South Beach

Police video released on Friday shows a man riding a bike while appearing to make contact with a patrol car on Ocean Drive in South Beach.

Police officers find 7-year-old boy alone in South Beach, involve DCF after probe

A 7-year-old boy who said he was lost on Monday night in South Beach was alone, carrying a box of candy, and couldn’t provide his home address or a working phone number for his parents, according to police.

Surveillance video shows Hialeah gunman before South Beach burglary prompts $12M negligence lawsuit

Surveillance video released on Wednesday shows a crime at a condominium in South Beach that is the subject of a $12 million negligence lawsuit in Miami-Dade County civil court.

Scooter rider killed after running red light, hitting vehicle at South Beach intersection

Miami Beach police investigated after they said a scooter rider died after hitting a vehicle Wednesday.

Miami Beach man hit with 26 felonies for having child, animal sex abuse videos, cops say

Miami Beach police say a 32-year-old South Beach resident handed detectives his phone to “prove his innocence” in a domestic violence investigation. Instead, they say they found violent videos depicting the sexual abuse of young children and at least one dog.

Miami Beach man, 83, accused of stabbing worker at South of Fifth senior complex

A Miami Beach octogenarian is facing an attempted murder charge after police said he stabbed a worker at his senior public housing complex in the city’s South of Fifth neighborhood.

2 Michelin ‘spare no expense’ selections offer Miami Spice menus during $3 parking promo

The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau is giving local fine dining foodies on a budget a few options during August and September.

4 restaurants with a Michelin star serve Miami Spice menus

Four restaurants with a coveted Micheline star are participating in Miami Spice from August to September.

Cops cuffing felon on Lincoln Road find sea turtle hatchlings in fruit container

Miami Beach police officers arresting a convicted felon for trespassing and possessing a weapon Thursday morning made an unexpected discovery, authorities say.

Police: Woman found dead in South Beach dumpster; believed to be killed by son

A woman was found dead over the weekend inside a dumpster in South Beach, and police believe her killer was her own son.

Florida Supercon takes over South Beach

“Star Wars” and “Pacific Rim” actor John Boyega and “Doctor Who” actors Billie Piper and Christopher Eccleston are among the celebrities who will be a part of Florida Supercon in South Beach.

South Beach armed burglary victims seek $12M in damages for negligence

Detectives arrested a felon for a burglary at a condo in Miami Beach, and while the criminal case remained pending on Tuesday, the victims in the case sought justice in Miami-Dade County civil court.

Michigan man hit officer trying to pull him over for street racing on South Beach, police say

A man from metro Detroit was arrested in South Florida after authorities said he struck a Miami Beach cop with a Dodge Charger as the officer tried to pull him over on Sunday.

Miami Beach grandmother awaiting trial over role in murder appears in court

Donna Adelson, a Miami Beach grandmother awaiting trial for her role in a murder-for-hire plot, appeared in court on Friday in Leon County.

Police officers arrest 2 men after stabbing near Lincoln Road in South Beach

Hussam Abdul Ghaffar and Duan Harris were both in jail on Wednesday night in Miami-Dade County after a theft, a hit with a steel thermos, and a stabbing with a box cutter in Miami Beach, records show.

Good Samaritan helps stop CVS disturbance on South Beach

A good Samaritan intervened in a dangerous disturbance at a CVS on South Beach.

Graphic video shows police car hitting suspect on the run in South Beach

A 30-year-old man who is a suspect in a sexual battery threatened to hurt police, but it was he who was hurt on Friday in South Beach, police said.

World Oceans Day brings large crowd of all ages to event in South Beach

A celebration of all things ocean brought crowds of people to the shore off Collins Avenue and 34th Street in Miami Beach.

‘Selling Sunset’ star Bre Tiesi talks about Miami Swim Week debut

Miami Swim Week was special for Breana “Bre” Tiesi.

Miami woman accused of making hundreds of bogus 911 calls: ‘Continued and blatant misuse’

A Miami woman who goes by the street name of “Bonafide” is facing a felony charge after authorities said she’s made hundreds of bogus 911 calls in just six months ― and she’s been convicted of abusing the system multiple times.

Video shows man cops say inserted self into South Beach street fight, stabbed victim breaking it up

Chaos erupted on Miami Beach Thursday night along Ninth Street, just off Collins Avenue and video shows a man joining a fight and stabbing someone.

Hyundai & Sea Show to return to Miami Beach

Memorial Day weekend marks the ninth annual Hyundai Air & Sea Show on Miami Beach.

Man accused of randomly attacking woman, child on South Beach

A man who cops said was once seen begging to be let out of a Corvette he broke into on South Beach is now in trouble again with Miami Beach police.

Brooklyn woman accused of striking man with wine bottle, swiping $13K Rolex after South Beach meetup

A woman was arrested Tuesday after police say she allegedly struck a man with a wine bottle at his Miami apartment following a night out in South Beach, then stole his Rolex and ran up thousands in charges on his credit card late last year.

South Beach fitness influencer faces 5 felonies for running over cop, fleeing, police say

Armando Fogaça, a Brazilian-born personal trainer and fitness influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram, was arrested Monday after authorities said he hit a Miami Beach police motorman and fled onto the MacArthur Causeway, where he wrecked into a vehicle at speed.

South Beach hostel serving as homeless housing could make way for high-rise

Representatives of a developer who have been working to convince the city of Miami Beach to amend a zoning regulation so it can build a high-rise luxury tower at 1250 West Ave. are adding a point of persuasion.

Police officers rescue 2 toddlers from drug-related nightmares in same South Beach area

Within weeks, two toddlers in separate Miami Beach cases needed to be rescued from adults who neglected them while facing drug problems, according to police.

Police: Girl rescued from unsanitary South Beach apartment after her parents suffer drug overdose

Police officers rescued a naked 2-year-old girl who had been living in unsanitary conditions in South Beach when her parents overdosed on drugs, according to a police report.

Miami Beach Pride kicks off with ‘Alice in Wonderland’ theme

The Miami Beach Pride Festival and Parade kicked off Saturday.

Video shows police rescue toddler from ‘dangerous drug den’ in South Beach

A two-year-old boy was safely rescued from a South Beach apartment described by authorities as a “drug den,” after police executed a strategic operation to remove him from the dangerous environment.

Video shows police rescue toddler from ‘dangerous drug den’ in South Beach

A two-year-old boy was safely rescued from a South Beach apartment described by authorities as a “drug den,” after police executed a strategic operation to remove him from the dangerous environment.

Downtown Miami traffic pattern changes for Ultra Music Festival at Bayfront Park

Undercover police officers were preparing to work outdoors as part of a multi-agency effort during the Ultra Music Festival in Downtown Miami.

Ultra Music Festival: While some Downtown Miami residents flee, local EDM fans are ‘super excited’

Brianna Sanchez said she is among the Downtown Miami residents who plan to travel away from home to avoid the crowds in the area for the Ultra Music Festival.

Law enforcement prepares for Ultra Music Festival in Miami-Dade

Undercover police officers were preparing to work outdoors as part of a multi-agency effort during the Ultra Music Festival in Downtown Miami.

Detectives rescue toddler from 2 men keeping him around weapons and drugs in South Beach, records show

Police officers recently rescued a toddler who was in an apartment in South Beach with three stolen loaded guns, ammunition, and drugs, records show.

Woman describes Versace Mansion nightmare with Oren Alexander

Maria Suska described a nightmare with Oren Alexander about 10 years ago at the Versace Mansion in South Beach.

Police officers arrest mom after finding naked boy alone in South Beach hotel room

A 29-year-old migrant mother was behind bars Friday after Miami Beach police officers reported finding her 8-year-old son alone in a room at Hotel Chelsea in South Beach.

New South Beach spot puts unique spin on Japanese classics

If you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine, there’s a new spot in Miami Beach that’s putting a unique spin on tradition.

Spring break tourists describe South Beach as ‘completely dead’

Cardys McDowell and Ava Bryan were among the spring break tourists on Friday in Miami Beach who were not happy with the changes.

Miami Beach police officers start enforcing stricter spring break rules

Having to pay $100 for parking or a $532 towing fee, running into barricades, and stopping at checkpoints to get to the beach are some of the obstacles that spring break tourists face this weekend in Miami Beach.

Man in fatal MacArthur Causeway crash faces new DUI manslaughter charge

Miami-Dade prosecutors upgraded a charge against the 24-year-old man who was involved in a recent fatal crash on the MacArthur Causeway in Miami Beach.

Pair accused of sex trafficking Venezuelan woman on South Beach

A human trafficking operation in Miami Beach resulted in the arrests of two people accused of recruiting and exploiting a young undocumented woman for prostitution, authorities confirmed Friday.

Family grieves 19-year-old FIU student after Miami-Dade crash police say involved drunk driver

Gabriela Alejandra Rios Flores was 19 years old when she died during a crash on Friday morning that police say involved a drunk driver along the MacArthur Causeway.

Sizzling flavors and star power return to South Beach Wine & Food Festival

The South Beach Wine & Food Festival made its return this week, bringing a feast of incredible flavors and culinary experiences that are sure to satisfy every foodie’s cravings.

‘Still broken up’: Miami Beach reinforces strict Spring Break measures for 2025

City leaders in Miami Beach are holding a press conference Tuesday to announce a series of strict measures aimed at deterring unruly Spring Break crowds, reinforcing their message that the city is not a party destination.

Miami Beach partially reopens Ocean Drive to traffic after years-long closure

For the first time in years, traffic is once again flowing down the full length of Ocean Drive as the sun rises over South Beach.

Miami Beach will not fully reopen Ocean Drive to vehicular traffic with appeal case pending

Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner will not be forced to reopen Ocean Drive to vehicular traffic this weekend after an appeal court judge put a county judge’s order on a temporary hold Friday.

Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley arrested on South Beach, accused of fighting officers

An Olympic medalist is facing legal trouble in South Florida after police accused him of assaulting an officer during an incident in Miami Beach late Thursday night.

Miami Beach police: Man recorded Forever 21 customers in fitting room at Lincoln Road

Miami Beach police officers arrested a 31-year-old man on Saturday for secretly recording people in a fitting room at Lincoln Road’s Forever 21.

Detectives arrest 3 suspects after gunman who wanted Rolls Royce fled South Beach in Lamborghini

Gregory Yearty, Jr., was 16 years old when deputies accused him of stealing a car in Palm Beach County and again a few days after he turned 17. Deputies also accused him of a burglary at 18, and by the time he was 19, he was a convicted felon.

Art Basel Miami Beach attracts over 15 pop-up satellite fairs on Miami Art Week

Art Basel Miami Beach, open at the convention center by invitation for two days and to ticket holders for three days, prompted Miami Art Week to start across Biscayne Bay in 2017.

Surveillance video shows thief stealing scooters in Miami Beach

Surveillance video shows a thief recently stealing scooters in Miami Beach.

Man offered to buy 4-year-old girl for $200 on South Beach, then exposed self, cops say

In a series of “disturbing” interactions, a 35-year-old man went up to two women and their 4-year-old daughter Tuesday and offered to buy the young girl from them, Miami Beach police said. They said he later exposed himself to all three.

Beach Polo World Cup brings high-stakes action to South Beach sands

The Beach Polo World Cup, one of the world’s most prestigious polo tournaments, is transforming South Beach into a hotspot for sport, luxury, and excitement this weekend.

South Beach hosts annual Beach Polo World Cup with free admission

South Beach is swapping surfboards for saddles this weekend as the 19th annual Beach Polo World Cup brings world-class horses and players to the sand.

Family hopes for answers as rescuers search for swimmer caught in South Beach rip current

Authorities are searching for a 19-year-old swimmer caught in rough waters while on South Beach over the weekend.

This Week In South Florida: Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner

Local 10 News This Week In South Florida Anchor Glenna Milberg interviews Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner about a ruling on a question for voters on the ballot on a tax to fund homeless services.

Man accused of stabbing victim near South Beach nightclub

A night out in South Beach took a violent turn early Friday morning, leaving one man hospitalized with severe injuries and another in police custody following a stabbing near a popular nightclub, authorities confirmed Monday.

Man describes case of ‘hell hath no fury like a woman scorned’ in South Beach

Records show a man told Miami Beach police officers that he was afraid of Fatima Lawrence. He was dealing with a case of “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned” in South Beach.

Judge revokes bond for accused South Beach anti-gay attacker

Junior Rafael Arias will remain in jail following his arrest in what police called a homophobic attack on South Beach.

Man accused of homophobic beating on South Beach: ‘Nothing short of hate and violence’

A 22-year-old man is facing a hate crime charge after authorities say he targeted a man on South Beach in a homophobic attack Wednesday.

Officer finds toddler wandering alone while parents went to South Beach strip club, cops say

Miami Beach police shared a photo Thursday of one of the department’s officers holding a 2-year-old police found wandering alone and crying after a good Samaritan saw the girl wandering alone along a South Beach building.

‘Miami Vice’ at 40: Cast, crew of iconic show return to South Beach for ‘long overdue’ celebration

The iconic, flashy police drama Miami Vice is turning 40 years old.

On 9/11, first responders in South Florida meet to remember lives lost

A Miami Beach fire rescue personnel and police officers stood near a red truck with a U.S. flag and an “Always Remember” sign during a pause to remember the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Miami Beach poised to pull plug on ferry after mere months

The latest attempt to implement a water taxi connecting downtown Miami and South Beach appears to have sunk in short order.

Police: South Beach man pointing rifle had mental health breakdown

Detectives asked anyone with information about this or other cases to call Miami-Dade County Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477.

Video shows ‘negligent’ Miami Beach cop ignoring deadly hit-and-run; he’s since been fired

Newly-released surveillance video shows a Miami Beach police officer drive away after onlookers notified him that a driver hit a cyclist right outside of the department’s headquarters and kept going.

Man whipped, robbed ‘content creators’ who recorded his police encounter on Ocean Drive, cops say

A man is accused of attacking and robbing a husband-and-wife pair identified in an arrest warrant as “local social media content creators” after they recorded his encounter with police on South Beach this summer.

Arrest made in South Beach synagogue bomb threat case

Miami Beach police arrested a 53-year-old man Tuesday after a bomb threat at a synagogue Friday night.

VIDEO: Miami Beach cop has scary moment after man jumps into cruiser, orders her to drive

A Miami Beach police officer was sitting in her cruiser when a man suddenly jumped into the car. What happened next may have saved her life.

Miami Beach police officers participate in community bike ride

A group of police officers rode their bicycles on Wednesday in Miami Beach for their annual community bike ride.

Miami Beach undercover officers targets drug dealers near parks, schools, places of worship

Police officers arrested dozens of suspects over narcotics in Miami Beach. Detectives suspected some were drug dealers and reported catching them in the act.

Driver shrugged, ‘sped away’ after killing cyclist on South Beach, police say

Authorities booked a man into the Miami-Dade County jail on Tuesday after they said he was behind the wheel in a fatal April hit-and-run crash in Miami Beach that left a bicyclist dead.

Miami Beach demonstrators show solidarity with woman raped by registered sexual predator

Rob Prince, Shari Kline, and Vik Pagan were among the dozens of demonstrators who showed solidarity with a woman who was attacked and raped while rollerblading in Miami Beach.

South Beach-Miami public ferry crosses Biscayne Bay to avoid traffic

Miami Beach is testing a new ferry service connecting the Venetian Marina in Downtown Miami and Sunset Harbor in South Beach.

Traffic alert: State Road 836 eastbound to close Saturday night in Miami

State and local officials dealing with construction on State Road 836 warned drivers that the eastbound lanes are set to close two nights later this month in Miami from Little Havana to Overtown.

Once hidden coral reef near South Beach sparks effort for marine park

Just hundreds of feet from the beats and bustle of Ocean Drive is a veritable natural treasure that not many people, including scientists, know is there.

Man claiming to be Uber driver kidnaps woman from Miami Beach, fondles her, cops say

Police arrested a northwest Miami-Dade man on kidnapping and battery charges Tuesday after they said he claimed to be an Uber driver and drove a woman against her will, all while fondling her and making lewd remarks.

South Beach store clerk accused of molesting 14-year-old while selling him vape

A clerk at a Miami Beach convenience store molested a teenage boy after agreeing to illegally sell him a vape device over the weekend, according to police.

Woman committed murder over necklace on South Beach, police say

A 20-year-old woman is facing a second-degree murder charge after Miami Beach police said she beat a woman to death for grabbing another woman’s necklace near Ocean Drive.

Hyundai Air & Sea Show marks ‘amazing’ 1st day in South Beach

Miami Beach is hosting an action-packed two-day celebration of American patriotism ahead of Memorial Day, a time to honor those who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Going to the Hyundai Air & Sea Show in South Beach? Here is what you need to know

Miami Beach is hosting an action-packed celebration of American patriotism on Saturday and Sunday ahead of Memorial Day, a time to honor those who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Man posed as woman’s Uber driver, raped her in SUV on South Beach, police say

A man turned himself in at Miami Beach police headquarters on Thursday after detectives accused him of pretending to be an Uber driver in February, picking up a woman from a South Beach nightclub, then raping her in the back seat of his car.

Police officers enforce traffic pattern changes during Memorial Day weekend in South Beach

In preparation for a busy Memorial Day weekend in South Florida, Miami Beach police said they are taking safety measures very seriously.

Miami Beach police: Man dies after shooting along Washington Avenue in South Beach

A man died early Sunday morning during a shooting in South Beach.

Chef Mario Carbone hosts fancy F1 afterparty along South Beach

A fun part of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix weekend was Carbone Beach, a chic oasis along the sands of South Beach.

Wynwood hosts F1 Miami Grand Prix fan party

The Formula One Miami Grand Prix took over Miami-Dade County with the main event at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens and satellite parties at the trendiest neighborhoods.

Miami Beach man accused of uploading 100+ child sexual abuse videos

A 29-year-old Miami Beach man is facing more than a dozen felony charges after police said he uploaded 103 videos showing child rape and sexual abuse to a Dropbox account.

Billy Porter looks forward to sharing his music on Miami Beach Pride’s main stage

Actor Billy Porter, a musical theater legend and advocate who has been living with HIV since 2007, was celebrating Pride in South Beach as a singer-songwriter and performer.

Man accused of exposing himself to girls, 7 and 2, on Lincoln Road

A woman and two young girls waiting at a pedestrian crossing along Lincoln Road became the victims of a disgusting act Wednesday morning, according to Miami Beach police.