Daily editionTuesday, October 6th, 2026
Good morning, Miami.
The 5AM Miami Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
Community
Monroe County and Marathon will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a Semiquincentennial Sunset Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 10 at Old Seven Mile Bridge from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (sunset at roughly 7:05 p.m.) (free parking and transport provided).
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Business
American Airlines has opened its hiring window for flight attendants at MIA, inviting applications online with virtual interviews planned.
The recruitment drive is part of efforts to expand staffing for upcoming flight schedules.
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Government
Florida voters will decide in November on Amendment 3 - a proposal that could reduce property tax bills for homeowners.
The measure may lower costs if approved.
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Health
A study published in The Lancet Oncology found that 12% of global cancer cases were linked to preventable infections (like HPV and H. pylori).
Health experts now urge local providers to boost vaccination and screening programs to reduce future risks.
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Health officials urge residents to get a flu vaccine now to build protection before cases rise in December.
Vaccines are available at local pharmacies, doctors' offices, and urgent care centers so everyone can prepare ahead.
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Lifestyle
Bar Shishi, a Tokyo-inspired cocktail speakeasy with vinyl DJs and high-end bites, has opened at the new Rivani building near Lincoln Road in Miami Beach.
It is open Wednesday through Saturday and draws visitors with playful drinks and unique experiences (with past visits by Anderson Paak and Bruno Mars).
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WalletHub's 2026 Best Foodie Cities report (evaluating culinary diversity, affordable dining and restaurant access across 182 municipal areas) rated Miami first with 74.62 points, Tampa seventh and Orlando sixth.
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