Daily editionThursday, October 8th, 2026
Good morning, Miami.
The 5AM Miami Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of October.
Community
Miami Beach held a memorial event on Wednesday to remember victims and honor survivors on the third anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
The Holocaust Memorial featured the first bilingual engraving of names and a new virtual reality exhibit, while eight firefighters volunteered to support efforts in Israel.
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Business
El Dorado Furniture Corporation will pay $1.3 million to settle an EEOC investigation that found the firm favored Hispanic applicants over Black, white, and other non-Hispanic candidates from November 2022 to February 2026 and must update its hiring protocols with annual training.
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Culture
Grand Theft Auto VI is set to release in just over a month and its design shows clear influence from Miami landmarks, as CBS News Miami reporter Austin Carter compared the game’s virtual streets to Magic City.
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Economy
Nearly 1.3 million Florida workers began earning a $15 hourly minimum wage (nontip) last week, though estimates show a livable wage ranges from $19.57 to $34.10 per hour.
The wage, set by a 2020 Amendment 2, leaves many struggling to cover basic needs.
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Environment
South Florida is experiencing king tides that may cause minor flooding in coastal and low-lying areas.
Elevated water levels are forecast until Tuesday, Oct. 13, and drivers are advised to avoid flooded roads.
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Government
The James Madison Institute urged that Citizens return to its role as insurer of last resort so private companies can cover most homeowners.
The report noted a steep drop in policies—from 1.4 million to about 266,000—as Florida rebuilds its property insurance market.
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Health
New sunscreens on the market protect skin better than any in 20 years (according to CBS News Miami’s Betty Nguyen) and use improved formulas to block UV rays.
The breakthrough may help lower the risk of sun damage.
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Lifestyle
Knaus Berry Farm reopens Tuesday, Oct. 13 with a limit of four dozen cinnamon rolls and extra cashiers to shorten lines — the 70 year old favorite will launch online ordering for bulk buyers in November and offer strawberry picking by early December.
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