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Miami's shifting of fees could pose serious problems in inquiry - March 7, 2010 - With federal investigators probing Miami's finances, the city's mayor ordered his own inquiry and admitted finance leaders broke rules.

Bad Idea for the Homeless and the City - February 28, 2010 - As I was reading the news I came across a news article from Miami Today News and that it brought up something I remembered last year as I was walking toward downtown and the article was called "No free lunch: Miami to vote on licensing feeding of homeless" so I started reading the article:

Julia Tuttle Causeway sex offender enclave being dismantled - February 26, 2010 - The make-shift shantytown under the Julia Tuttle Causeway -- once home to more than 100 sex offenders -- is finally being dismantled.

Carlos Migoya Named New Miami City Manager - February 22, 2010 - Carlos Migoya, a corporate executive with stints at Autonation and Wachovia Bank, has been named Miami's new city manager. Former manager Pete Hernandez resigned last week amid a growing financial crisis facing Miami-Dade's largest city.

Miami city manager resigns amid money mess - February 20, 2010 - Miami City Manager Pete Hernandez resigned, leaving the city's next new boss with widening financial woes. A likely successor: former bank chief Carlos Migoya.

Miami budget director warns of crisis - February 12, 2010 - A vote on increasing Miami license fees evolved into a heated debate over the city's budget during Thursday's commission meeting.

A New Chair, a New Chance - February 10, 010 - After a turbulent period in the direction and performance of the MDCDEC, we finally have a Chair who seems to be committed to have the party do what is necessary to fulfill the mission of the DEC.

Marco Rubio to run for the US Senate - February 10, 2010 - The thought of any more Florida Republicans in Congress is enough to make any thoughtful Democrat have a sudden attack of what will probably feel like “swine-flu”.

Obama: Expand two lending programs - February 7, 2010 - President Barack Obama wants Congress to expand two lending programs to get more money in the hands of small business owners.

Solidarity with Concurrent Pro Democracy Protests in Iran on February 11th 2010 - February 3, 2010 - Call to Action!
Solidarity with Democracy Movement in Iran
February 11, 2010 6pm to 8:30pm at Torch of Friendship, Bayfront Park, Downtown Miami

Audit criticizes spending by city of Miami employees - February 3, 2010 - In a new audit, several Miami departments were criticized for spending tens of thousands of dollars on city credit cards.

The President Holds an Open Discussion Across the Aisle

With criticism, Miami-Dade County approves Omni redevelopment agency expansion - January 29, 2010 - Another element of 2007's city-county mega-deal fell into place last week after Miami-Dade commissioners agreed to expand Miami's Omni Community Redevelopment Agency — but by a narrow margin and under pressure from the city.

New Miami commissioner's job won't be easy - January 28, 2010 - Political observers are concerned about a late-night deal reached by Miami commissioners to appoint a replacement for District 5 -- wondering whether the pact will limit the new commissioner's ability to help residents.

Rev. Richard Dunn named to replace Spence-Jones - January 27, 2010 - A special meeting called to appoint a replacement for the suspended Michelle Spence-Jones evolved into one of the most emotional meetings at Miami City Hall in years Tuesday, with commissioners debating for seven hours before choosing a replacement.

New bus routes to link Broward, Dade - January 23, 2010 - Early Monday, county buses from Miami-Dade and Broward will begin operating routes deep into each other's backyards for the first time.

Judge blocks Michelle Spence-Jones bid to overturn suspension order - January 20, 2010 - SUSPENDED MIAMI COMMISSIONER MICHELLE SPENCE-JONES' QUEST TO IMMEDIATELY OVERTURN GOV. CHARLIE CRIST'S REMOVAL ORDER FAILED TUESDAY.

Democrat running for Senate Kendrick Meek

I wanted to invite you to the BBQ Kendrick Meek, the Democrat running for Senate, is having in North Broward. It will be a lot of fun and the tickets will help pay for the food and help get Kendrick elected.

Wifredo Gort wins Miami City Commission seat - January 13, 2010 - Miami's new District 1 commissioner is no stranger to Allapattah or City Hall -- former District 1 Commissioner Wifredo `Willy' Gort.

Voters return suspended Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones - January 13, 2010 - In a low turnout race, District 5 voters returned suspended Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones to office. Now the question is: Will the governor follow up on his vow to remove her once again?

Miami vote may end in a drama - January 11, 2010 - As Miami voters go to the polls Tuesday to elect two commissioners in special elections, drama continued to unfold over Gov. Charlie Crist's vow to remove Michelle Spence-Jones if she wins again.

GOP infighting boost Kendrick Meek's campaign status - January 10, 2010 - Kendrick Meek wants to introduce you to the learning-impaired child who overcame dyslexia to get through college, joined the Florida Highway Patrol, won a seat in the Legislature and worked his way into a prime position of influence in Congress.

Senate hopeful Kendrick Meek visits university - January 10, 2010 - While national attention has been focused on Florida's Republican contenders for the U.S. Senate, Kendrick Meek has been flying under the radar.

Meek's Senate drive is low profile - January 10, 2009 - TAMPA - Gov. Charlie Crist and Marco Rubio can't seem to avoid headlines, but U.S. Rep. Kendrick Meek can't buy one.

The Herald recommends for Miami City Commission - January 10, 2010 - OUR OPINION: Tapia, Wright best for Miami commission

On Tuesday, two Miami City Commission seats up for grabs - January 10, 2010 - After Tuesday's Miami election, will it be Groundhog Day -- or a fresh new start for Miami-Dade's biggest city?

Miami-Dade: Marlins site jobs exceed local hiring aspirations - January 7, 2010 -   Though Miami's mayor has cried foul over what he calls a lack of local hiring on the Marlins ballpark construction site, Miami-Dade tallies show that more than 63% of stadium workers are county residents, exceeding the local governments' 50% aspiration.

Michelle Spence-Jones sues to halt 2nd suspension - January 5, 2010 - Suspended Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones struck back at Gov. Charlie Crist with a lawsuit challenging his right to potentially suspend her a second time.

Probe of outside work done by Miami-Dade officials widens - January 5, 2010 - An investigation of consulting work done in Panama by high-ranking Miami-Dade officials is expanding.

Miami finance inquiry widens - January 5, 2010 - Federal agents are demanding details of Miami's most recent bond offering to investors -- a $65 million deal to bankroll sidewalk improvements.

Miami's Mayor Regalado tries to help family of Italian 6-year-old - January 3, 2010 - Police continued to investigate Saturday how a 6-year-old boy from Italy was struck by a falling bullet.

Metrorail, Metromover to run all night - December 31, 2009 - Miami-Dade Transit has advice for downtown revelers on New Year's Eve: Use public transit, put at least $4 on your card and don't forget that daily passes expire at 2 a.m.

Ex-Mayor Manny Diaz's unpaid time remains unpaid - December 31, 2009 - Newly elected Miami Mayor Tomás Regalado succeeded in keeping former Mayor Manny Diaz from collecting more than $95,000 of unused sick and vacation days.

Strange? Odd? Weird? Bizarre? _ That's Florida! - December 29, 2009 - TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- You know you're living in a weird state when the governor promotes a pay-per-minute sex chat line.

Ethics watchdog needs teeth - December 29, 2009 - The Florida Ethics Commission is like a police agency with few weapons, little investigatory scope and no authority to lock up an individual.

State’s top court orders foreclosure mediation program - December 29, 2009 - MANATEE — Florida will create a state-wide “managed mediation” program designed to help more homeowners avoid foreclosure, the state’s top court said Monday.

Key witnesses against suspended Miami commissioner are her neighbors - December 20, 2009 - The key witnesses in the theft case against suspended Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones have offices on Northwest Seventh Avenue, only blocks away from the commissioner's home and her onetime family business.

City puts brakes on `Miami 21' blueprint - December 18, 2009 - At the urging of the new mayor, the Miami City Commission voted to delay the Miami 21 zoning code's effective date until May 20, to provide time to reopen the plan for changes.

Miami taxpayers may be hit by city's financial woes - December 15, 2009 - With the Securities and Exchange Commission investigating Miami's budgeting practices once again, experts say `this is a very big issue' for the city.

SEC orders Miami to turn over its financial books - December 12, 2009 - The federal government has set its sights on Miami, launching an inquiry over a series of bond deals and money transfers this decade.

New Miami mayor wants delay in Miami 21 zoning code - December 12, 2009 - The ambitious Miami 21 zoning code faces a possible delay, this time at the request of new Mayor Tomás Regalado.

Emptied Miami City Commission seates attract full slate of candidates - December 5, 2009 - Two vacancies on the Miami City Commission -- created by corruption arrests -- have attracted multiple candidates for the January special election.

Miami voters to head back to the polls Jan. 12 - November 26, 2009 - Faced with two open seats amid political turmoil, the Miami commission set Jan. 12 for special elections to fill the district seats.

Miami gets a new chief

Budget practice facing the fire - November 25, 2009 - Amid political turmoil, Miami faces questions from an SEC review and an audit questioning shuffling of money to fill budget holes.

Can you win a lawsuit accusing the Legislature of doing a lousy job? - November 22, 2009 - Can you win a lawsuit that accuses the Florida Legislature of doing a lousy job?

False promises, fallen leaders - November 22, 2009 - As the latest in a string of politicos in Miami's most impoverished district fights prosecution, residents wonder if the recent area investment will continue.

Commerce Committee Investigates Internet companies are using to trick online shoppers into paying monthly fees - November 19, 2009 - Earlier this week, I attended a Senate Commerce Committee hearing about an insidious practice that some Internet companies are using to trick online shoppers into paying monthly fees to join so-called “consumer discount clubs.”

District 5 election could see Spence-Jones return - November 18, 2009 - As Miami's mayor announced a special election for Overtown's District 5 seat following the suspension of Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones, the city awaited the next political shoe to drop.

Miami-Dade Commissioner Souto pushes to end backroom deals between county officials and commissioners - November 15, 2009 - To stamp out what he calls county "vote trading," "hanky panky" and "wheeling and dealing," Miami-Dade Commissioner Javier Souto is pushing to make public legislative meetings between lawmakers and administrators.

Miami power vacuum is big break for new mayor Tomás Regalado - November 15, 2009 - The sudden departure of several top Miami officials has created a major wave of trouble, likely to reshape the city's political landscape.

Miami Commissioner Spence-Jones facing theft charge - November 13, 2009 - Miami City Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones stole $50,000 in county grant money in a scheme to benefit her family business, prosecutors charged Thursday -- plunging City Hall closer to chaos just hours after she was sworn into office for her second term.

Miami Commissioner Angel Gonzalez to resign amid probe - November 12, 2009 - Miami Commissioner Angel Gonzalez will resign Friday as part of an agreement with prosecutors looking into a job obtained by his daughter.

Diaz's legacy: a big-ticket transformation - November 11, 2009 - Manny Diaz leaves office after eight years of ushering in changes grand and small. How will the legacy be judged for the mayor who reshaped Miami?

Tomás Regalado ready to take the reins in Miami - November 10, 2009 - Tomás Regalado, a City Hall fixture for the past 13 years, will be sworn in as Miami's 33rd mayor at noon Wednesday.

Mayor: I'll shake up status quo -- soon - November 5, 2009 - Mayor-elect Tomás Regalado promises big changes for Miami as he looks at a number of departments for shake-ups after his landslide election victory.

  Ties to incumbent may hurt Miami mayoral candidate Joe Sanchez - October 27, 2009 - City Commissioner Joe Sanchez's alliance with the current Miami mayor has contributed to Sanchez's underdog status in the polls. - Joe Sanchez ``My actions are louder than words,'' Sanchez said. ``And it's there, it's all there through legislation.'' Now look at Joe Sanchez real actions.

Miami tax rate stays low -- but fees to rise - October 8, 2009 - Though Miami commissioners kept the tax rate low, they are raising many fees -- with hikes expected to be formally approved Thursday.

Commissioner Tomás Regalado and Commissioner Joe Sanchez answer questions.

Fundraising gap widens in Miami mayoral race - October 7, 2009 - Miami Commissioner Tomás Regalado continues to pad his fundraising lead over fellow Commissioner Joe Sanchez in the run-up to the November Miami mayoral election.

Miami District 4 candidates all say they're about change - October 4, 2009 - Four candidates -- all with some degree of familiarity with City Hall -- are vying for Miami's District 4 commission seat.

Miami commissioners finally solve budget crisis - September 30, 2009 - Facing a deadline to balance the city budget, Miami commissioners did so late Tuesday -- after key pacts with city unions. Up next: A scaled-back budget year.

Miami City Hall, police union leaders reach tentative deal - September 27, 2009 - Miami edged closer to balancing its most contentious budget in a decade Saturday, as the police union and the city tentatively agreed to more than $8 million in cuts needed to help fill a $118 million hole.

Tomas Regalado Pledges to Renounce the $53,000 Mayoral Pay Increase. - September 25, 2009 - Miami City Commissioner Tomas Regalado has said his first act if elected as Mayor is to cut the Mayor's pay-raise of $53,000. The increase was passed in a late-night session through the efforts of former City Administrator Joe Arriola.

An 11th-hour plea against Miami cuts - September 25, 2009 - Miami city commissioners were poised to finalize their budget as dozens of residents and employees argued to save their jobs and programs.

FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER CREDIT EXPIRING - September 23, 2009 - Time is running out to take advantage of the Federal government's offer of an $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit. To qualify, homebuyers must complete a first-time home purchase before December 1, 2009. This means the last day to close on a home and take advantage of the credit is November 30. I encourage potential homebuyers to take advantage of market prices and this tax credit.

Mayoral hopefuls spar in fiery debate - September 17, 2009 - A debate between the two candidates vying for Miami mayor got contentious before a packed house at the Miami Science Museum.

Miami Beach sends short-term rental law back to drawing board - September 12, 2009 - Miami Beach commissioners balked at a measure to regulate short-term rental communities on Wednesday, saying the proposed rule still needs work.

Mayor vs. rival: a look behind spat - September 12, 2009 - An examination of public spending records by The Miami Herald found that a veteran commissioner used spotty, out-of-context facts in his public attack on Miami's mayor.

A letter to my community, - September 10, 2009 - This Home Page l As many of you already know, I have been a commissioner for the City of Miami since September 3rd, 1996. For over a decade, it has been a privilege and an honor to serve the residents of our great City. Today, I ask for your support and vote as a candidate for Mayor of Miami.

Miami mayor's budget proposal puts the onus on unions-September 9, 2009 - Miami Mayor Manny Diaz's budget proposal calls for massive layoffs and large salary cuts.

South Florida sees upswing in family trips to Cuba - September 9, 2009 - South Florida has seen a surge in trips to Cuba as new U.S. policies toward Havana take shape.

Writer Peter Orvetti - Ain't That America - September 1, 2009 - Officer Wesley Cheeks, Jr., inadvertently revealed a sad truth during a confrontation with a peaceful demonstrator last Tuesday in Reston, Virginia. The man was one of several holding up signs outside a town hall forum on health care hosted by Rep. James Moran. Cheeks, a security officer employed by the public through the Fairfax County Public Schools, singled out this man because he did not like his sign.

Mayor Manny Diaz confident Miami 21 rezoning plan would pass in new city commission vote - August 21, 2009 - Mayor Manny Diaz will bring his controversial Miami 21 rezoning plan, which failed to win commission approval earlier this month, back to the panel for a new vote, saying he is confident of a win this time.

Race for Miami's District 3 is expected to be tight - August 16, 2009 - The race for Miami's District 3 race is likely to be the most competitive of three seats up for grabs in November.

Have you ever wonder what the salaries of city employees are? - August 16, 2009 - I look at the salaries of the City of Miami employees and know why the city is going broke. Just remember that $200,000 a year salary is $3,846.15 per week.

Bad Judge, Teretha Lundy Thomas - August 8, 2009 - When you think the laws are correct then you have to get a judge to read them the way the law was meant to be read.  All of the Landlord/Tenant laws have been thrown in the thrash when it comes to Teretha Lundy Thomas.  Florida Statute 83.51  Landlord’s obligation to maintain premises.  Florida Statute 83.51 is what the landlord is suppose to do to maintain their apartment building up Florida Building Codes.  They are required to....

Is Judge Shelley Kravirtz Just PlainStupid - August 8, 2009 - Florida Statute 83.49 (2) The landlord shall, within 30 days of receipt of advance rent or a security deposit, notify the tenant in writing of the manner in which the landlord is holding the advance rent or security deposit and the rate of interest, if any, which the tenant

Wonder Why the City of Miami is Broke - August 8, 2009 - Take a look at the salaries of the people that work for the City of Miami. At $200,000.00 per year is $3846.15 per week salary.

ImTapping your cell phone - June 29, 2009 -

Imagine someone watching your every move, hearing everything you say and knowing where you are at every moment. If you have a cell phone, it could happen to you. 13 Investigates explains how your cell phone can be secretly hijacked and used against you - and how to protect yourself

4 police officers caught in crash cover-up - July 29, 2009 - Miami Herald - HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- Four Hollywood police officers are accused of faking a crash report - and it was caught on an officer's dashboard camera.

DCF ignored case of baby who later died- July 29, 2009 - A Broward Circuit judge sought state intervention repeatedly for a vulnerable baby. But help for Bryce Barros came too late.

A hidden College Fund just for City of Miami Employees - July 18, 2009 - As I was strolling through the City of Miami Charter I could not believe that I came across Article I In General Section 22-15.

2 unions endorse Tomás Regalado for Miami mayor - July 16, 2009 - Miami Herald - Two powerful city of Miami employee unions Thursday endorsed Commissioner Tomás Regalado for mayor.

Joe Sanchez for Mayor – I think “NOT" - July 16, 2009 - I was reading an article stating that City of Miami Commissioner Joe Sanchez was thinking about running for Mayor  for the City of Miami replacing Mayor Manny Diaz at the end of his term in 2009.  The question is, “Is Joe Sanchez ready to become Mayor?”, and I think not.  I will explain

Miami, county commissioners seek pay freeze at the top - February 19. 2009 - City and county commissioners are asking for salary cuts to top-tier positions as local governments tighten their belts with budget cuts on the way.

Hopes for Hollo Park on Brickell's bayfront are out with the tide - February 19. 2009 -  Plans to build a temporary park on Brickell's last prime bayfront parcel are all but dead.

State of Real Estate: Home values likely won't rebound until mid-2010 - February 19. 2009 -  Despite a spike in sales in South Florida, the area probably won't see a bottoming out of single-family home prices until mid-2010, says Brad Hunter, chief economist with West Palm Beach-based Metrostudy.

Coconut Grove hotels catch big break on business improvement district assessment dues - February 19. 2009 -  Coconut Grove's hotels got a big break on their assessment dues at the approval hearing for the long-awaited Coconut Grove.

Marlins Stadium bid rules posing new hurdle - February 19. 2009 - A stadium deal for the Florida Marlins could return to square one if two city commissioners keep a pledge to reject waiving competitive bidding for infrastructure work for the ballpark.

Marlins keep hope alive with March return to city hall - February 19. 2009 - The Marlins are getting another turn at bat in their bid to gain several hundred million dollars in public funding for a new stadium.

Latest 'phishing' scam lures you with tax return - February 19. 2009 - Cyber-thieves' e-mail looks like it's from the IRS, but it's a rip-off

Beware Of Latest Scheme Targeting Social Networking Sites - February 4. 2009 - Friends of Bryan Rutberg were alarmed to hear Bryan was in trouble overseas recently, and one sent money to help out

Tax revenue for Florida Marlins stadium falling short? - February 1, 2009 - Miami-Dade counts on future boom tourism years to pay for a $609 million stadium. Declining hotel-tax revenue will test that optimism.

Miami, county could clash over ethics code updates - January 29, 2009 - While the City of Miami is working to loosen up its code of ethics, Miami-Dade County has plans to adopt stricter standards, which could create an unanticipated conflict.

Adrienne Arsht Center set to make broad reach for donors - January 29, 2009 - The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is taking a page out of President Obama's playbook and reaching out to every member of the community for support

Marlins stadium agreements include escape clauses for all parties - January 29, 2009 - Miami-Dade County, Miami and the Florida Marlins are ready to play ball, with overdue baseball stadium agreements ready for commissions' votes next month. Still, until June 30 all players could pull out essentially penalty free.

Joe Sanchez for Mayor – I think “NOT” - December 15, 2008 - I was reading an article stating that City of Miami Commissioner Joe Sanchez was thinking about running for Mayor  for the City of Miami replacing Mayor Manny Diaz at the end of his term in 2009.  The question is, “Is Joe Sanchez ready to become Mayor?”, and I think not.  I will explain..

President Obama makes his way to new office - January 20, 2009 - Inaugural parade heads to White House, celebrating first black U.S. leader

Luis Morse Runs For Miami Commission Seat - January 14, 2009 - Former State Representative Luis Morse has filed to run in this November's election for the District 3 seat in the City of Miami Commission.

Bad Economic News May Ease S. Florida Gas Prices - January 10, 2009 - A Friday drop in the price of a barrel of crude oil caused some South Florida gasoline dealers to back down on price increases which hit as much as 20 cents in the past week, with some prices rising as much as 10 cents in a day.

Senate bill could set new deadline for final Marlins stadium deal - December 30, 2008 -   Miami-Dade voters could get a chance to weigh in on a planned Marlins stadium if local governments and the team don't ink final deals before summer.

Miami fire fee settlement checks are out, but only for 25 percent - December 30, 2008 -   Miami fire fee payers are getting back 25 cents of each dollar the City of Miami illegally charged them — and a little more may follow.

Stop Being Stupid - December 27, 2008 - I’ve got a new year’s resolution and a new slogan for the country.

Miami's plans to sell Knight Center north side assets stall again - December 23, 2008 - Plans to sell a portion of the Knight Center are once again stalled.

Back pay: Miami wants FEMA to cut check for 2005 hurricane damage - December 23, 2008 - What Miami wants this holiday season — among many things — is a refund check from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Miami technology upgrades will boost services to residents - December 23, 2008 - Miami businesses and residents will soon have a host of city services at their fingertips thanks to a $20 million technology upgrade for which city commissioners last week approved a loan.

Miami Worldcenter partners with Centurion in Park West revitalization project - December 18, 2008 - Miami Worldcenter developers have inked a partnership with California-based Centurion Partners for the planned nine-block, mixed-use project that seeks to revitalize downtown's Park West.

Miami agrees to let strapped Bayside Marketplace pay only half of unpaid rent - December 18, 2008 - With Bayside Marketplace's owners financially strapped by distressed real estate holdings across the country, the City of Miami is letting the company pay only half of what it owes in unpaid rent.

Battle Continues Over Miami-Dade Teachers' Raises - December 15, 2008 - Teachers, School Board Members Attend Mediation

Joe Sanchez for Mayor – I think “NOT” - December 15, 2008 - I was reading an article stating that City of Miami Commissioner Joe Sanchez was thinking about running for Mayor  for the City of Miami replacing Mayor Manny Diaz at the end of his term in 2009.  The question is, “Is Joe Sanchez ready to become Mayor?”, and I think not.  I will explain.

A month without a homicide is unusual - November 29, 2008 - MIAMI: Homicide-free days are a dramatic turnaround from the early 1980s. JACKSONVILLE: Its longest homicide-free period was 27 days in 2003.

Miamians Weigh In On City's Positives, Negatives - November 27, 2008 - MIAMI -- How closely connected do Miami residents feel to the soul of their community?

City of Miami Government at it's Worst

More Than 1,000 Families to Receive Thanksgiving Meals November 21, 2008 - Commission Chairman Joe Sanchez to Host 10th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway-

Mayor Manny Diaz and City Commissioners to Commemorate World AIDS Day - November 21, 2008 - A Candlelight Memorial and Tree Lighting Ceremony
marks 20th Anniversary

Judge Issues Final Ruling In Marlins Ballpark Case - November 21, 2008 - MIAMI -- The Florida Marlins are a big step closer to getting their new downtown Miami ballpark after a judge rejected the last piece of a lawsuit challenging the project.

Miami argues Braman's motion essentially requests a new trial, that estimates on parking facility costs would not change ruling - November 20, 2008 - Civic leader Norman Braman's motion to seek new evidence from the City of Miami in his fight against a publicly funded Marlins ballpark essentially requests a new trial and should be denied, says a response city attorneys sent to the Braman team Tuesday.

Miami City Commission Approves Economic Stimulus Initiatives - November 13, 2008 - Includes Foreclosure Prevention, Neighborhood Stabilization And Job Creation Projects-

City of Miami is #3 Digital City in the Nation, #1 in the State - November 14, 2008 - (Miami, FL)—The City of Miami has been ranked the number three digital city in the nation by the Center for Digital Government, topping several big cities in America including Tucson, Arizona, and Houston, Texas.

Miami Mayor Manny Diaz 'in the mix' for Obama post - November 12, 2008 - Miami Mayor Manny Diaz could be appointed to a high-level position in the new president's administration.

Norman Braman motion asks for full disclosure on Marlins' stadium garage cost November 6, 2008 Attorneys for Norman Braman have filed a court motion seeking financial details on a garage at a Marlins ballpark site and to question City of Miami officials based on "newly discovered evidence."

Judge to determine whether Braman's legal team will get information about parking garage financials - November 6, 2008 - Financial projections for parking at a planned new Marlins ballpark should have come into play when a judge ruled this summer that stadium plans serve a public purpose, says auto dealer Norman Braman, who vows to continue his ongoing legal battle against local governments' plans for a stadium and other large-scale public works projects.

Onslaught of dirty tricks as election day nears
In the final hours of the campaign, bogus fliers, e-mails and calls increase

Election Deception: The Web's 12 Dirtiest Tricks
If scammers have things their way -- with the help of a dozen sneaky ploys -- plenty of ballots will never make it to the boxes.

City of Miami Invites Residents to Celebrate Halloween Activities October 29, 2008 - (Miami, Florida)- The City of Miami invites its residents to enjoy Halloween festivities being held at several locations throughout the City.  Young and grown ups can walk through haunted houses, participate in costume contests and more.

Mark Your Calendars, Bike Miami is Coming! October 28, 2008 - (Miami, FL) – Join Mayor of the City of Miami Manny Diaz for Bike Miami, a free and family friendly event for cyclists, skaters and walkers to explore the city in a whole new way on Sunday, November 9 from 10 am to 3 pm.

The City of Miami Urges Seniors and Low-income Seniors to Claim Their Economic Stimulus Payments Thursday, October 9, 2008 - (Miami, FL) City of Miami Mayor Manny Diaz, Commissioner Angel González and Commissioner Joe Sánchez joined representatives from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today at the Allapattah Community Center, 2257 NW North River Drive, Miami, to remind low-income seniors to claim their Economic Stimulus Payments.

The American Express Root for Our City Challenge Enlists City of Miami Community and Merchants to Help Bring More Trees to City Streets

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park puts Call Out to All Drummers