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Miami-Dade County and the local library system have launched a teen poetry contest, asking participants (aged 13–18) to write a sonnet about freedom in honor of America's 250th anniversary.

Entries must be submitted by Oct. 17 and free workshops will help guide young poets.

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Tumbao is celebrating five years of Miami nightlife with a party on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Underline in Brickell.

The free event will run from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. and include top DJs, food vendors * and special giveaways supported by Adidas, Buchanan’s and Red Bull.

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Crews installed a huge “Welcome to Vice City” sign on the roof of the Kaseya Center in downtown Miami on Tuesday — part of the Grand Theft Auto VI campaign — and the game will be released Nov. 19.

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Miami’s Sweat Records is expanding into Sweat Annex at 204 NE 55th Terrace (nearly two doors down from its flagship at 5505 NE 2nd Ave) to offer more used records and community spaces for meetings, workshops, and gatherings.

A sneak preview fundraiser is planned for Thursday, Oct. 1 from 7-9 p.m.

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On Sept. 20, Turnstile energized Factory Town with a rain-soaked set that had fans moshing and crowd-surfing.

Local band Collateral opened just after releasing their new record, The Reset, adding to a night filled with raw energy & memorable visuals.

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Heavy rain and a King Tide caused severe flooding in parts of Hallandale Beach Wednesday, leaving streets underwater and residents warning of recurring damage to homes and vehicles.

City crews maintained stormwater pumps and inspected drainage while locals hope for a lasting fix (despite recent investments).

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The Climate Prediction Center forecasts above average rainfall and higher fall temperatures statewide, with North Florida and the Big Bend getting 60 to 70% more rain (from a strong El Niño) and South Florida 33 to 40% more (raising local flooding risks).

Meteorologists will update the forecast later.

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Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky approved rate cuts for four insurers today, lowering rates by up to 10.4% for tens of thousands (including many in Miami-Dade and Broward counties).

He expects further decreases by 2027 as additional filings come in.

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Black churches have continued their role as trusted centers for voter education in Miami as organizers at 14 houses of worship helped residents update records during a four-day drive from Sept. 17 to Sept. 20 ahead of the November election.

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On Wednesday, Sept. 23, WLRN's Morning Edition highlighted a controversy in Doral over its immigration enforcement agreement + detailed findings from Broward County Inspector General on a Margate commissioner and announced that University of Miami athletes will wear Nike next year.

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Tri-Rail fares will increase by 10% on Oct. 1 to support long-term service after approval by the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority Governing Board, and discounted fares will remain available for eligible riders.

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Nine new restaurants are set to open in Miami this fall, including José Andrés’ Bazaar Meat launching Oct. 8 in Miami Beach & Granado’s debuting in Brickell on Oct. 2.

Tokyo-style Royale Pizza Napoletana and other spots will bring fresh flavors later in the season.

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