Good morning, Miami.

After a drilling rig collapsed and shut down streets near Brickell Bay Drive for two days, local residents demanded stricter construction oversight as nearby businesses suffered disruption.

A VCA Animal Hospital veterinarian in Hollywood returned MGPD K-9 Gael home on Tuesday — the missing Labrador retriever, who bolted from a patrol car on Sept.

7, was recognized by a local on Sept. 13.

Families can visit the Berry Farm’s 7th Annual Harvest Festival today to enjoy a five-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, and photo ops (with Saturday nights featuring line dancing, live music, food and dirty sodas) in Southwest Miami-Dade.

Two Miami barbecue joints, Apocalypse BBQ in Kendall + Drinking Pig BBQ in Coconut Grove, were named among the South's best new BBQ spots by Southern Living from a list published September 10 that reviewed restaurants that opened permanent locations since 2024.

Miami-Dade’s financial jobs fell 4% from last year to 97,300 in July, even though wages in finance rose by almost 10%.

BLS data show a slowdown after the pandemic-era boom, yet the market remains a key source of high-paying jobs in the area.

The new Doral Branch Library is 95% complete and is expected to open by the end of the year or early next year as the library system upgrades other branches countywide.

The Coast Guard is searching for a 48-year-old paddleboarder who went missing Monday at 9 a.m. off Jupiter Beach about 4 miles offshore.

He wore a white hat on a 14-ft board (green and yellow) and anyone with information is urged to call Sector Miami at 305-535-4472.

Jeff Bezos reported for jury duty at the Richard E.

Gerstein Justice Building (the Miami-Dade criminal courthouse) on Monday and did not confirm if he was chosen to serve; his appearance comes after his recent move back to Miami where he spent part of his childhood.

Miami-Dade County’s proposed budget cuts will remove early bus service like the 5:22 a.m. Route 37 that West Grove resident Rosa Crawford relies on, forcing 14,000+ weekday riders to face longer waits starting next July.

County commissioners will vote on the plan Thursday.

Miami Beach commissioners voted to close Ocean Drive to cars from Thanksgiving through March between Fifth and 15th streets as the city works to permanently pedestrianize the popular beachfront drive (awaiting county review and permits).

Dr. Aaron Nussbaum — dermatologist at Miami Hair Institute — says early diagnosis is vital since hair loss may stem from genetics, stress, or illness.

He advises local residents to see a specialist rather than rely on online tips for proper treatment.

At Memorial Cancer Institute, Dr. Hugo Fernandez says adult leukemia is treatable when detected early; 63-year-old Carie Sanchez is now cancer free after swift treatment began following a routine check-up three years ago (a hopeful example for many).

With over 25 years of experience, Dan McGowan leads JLL’s growing commercial brokerage team in South Florida today by adding 15 new hires and overseeing 100 professionals to meet market demand.

He also serves on local boards to support business and community development.

The historic Savoy Hotel (built in 1937) on Ocean Drive may be torn down to build a new 38-story condo tower as state laws prevent local officials from stopping demolition; residents and city leaders strongly oppose the plan.