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Retired firefighter Arturo Gomez, who served downtown on Sept. 11, 2001, is proud to see his daughter follow his footsteps by pursuing a firefighting career in Miami.

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Miami’s restaurant scene saw major shifts this summer as several spots including Yardbird, Hillstone Bal Harbour, and Mr Chow closed, with some shutting abruptly (leaving fans surprised) while others ended longer runs.

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Legendary Gibson launches its newest immersive retail center in Wynwood, offering custom guitar building, rotating exhibits, and live shows (featuring local street art and Miami-exclusive merchandise).

The 8,000 sqft Gibson Garage Miami celebrates decades of rock ‘n’ roll history in a dynamic local venue.

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Loggerhead sea turtle Hope was released off Marathon Friday afternoon after months of treatment for an entanglement that required a front flipper amputation — local beachgoers cheered as the 150-pound animal returned to the sea.

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Since February, Coconut Grove residents have received city notices for hedges blocking stop sign views.

A homeowner, van de Kreeke (who has kept his hedge for 14 years), must fix the violation by Sept. 25, sparking worries that stricter enforcement will erode the neighborhood’s lush character.

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WLRN's Morning Edition reported that South Florida commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and Miami Commissioners voted to preserve the historic Pan American terminal at Dinner Key.

The report also noted that two NASA astronauts retired their flight suits.

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Miami International Airport saw major security changes after 9/11 when former CEO Angela Gittens shut operations to respond to the crisis.

Nearly 25 years later, TSA has upgraded its screening technology & faces new challenges from artificial intelligence.

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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue honors fallen FDNY firefighters at Station 3, the county's only station with red-painted units commemorating Sept. 11 heroes.

Retired Captain Gabe Nemeth shared his pride during a CBS News Miami interview.

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City of Miami held a remembrance ceremony for 9/11 and welcomed 44 new firefighters (who completed six months of training) at City Hall Friday morning.

Mayor Eileen Higgins and city leaders honored nearly 3,000 lives lost 25 years ago.

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Flaky, a new bakery window from hospitality veteran Elad Zvi and partners, will open in early October at The Fifth Hotel in South Beach, serving Israeli-style triangular burekas with unleavened croissant dough, three fillings, and creative sides in a bright yellow 'Wake and Flake' box.

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