Daily editionTuesday, October 13th, 2026
Good morning, Miami.
The 5AM Miami Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of October.
Community
A body cam video shows Homestead officer Carston Addison diving into water on Aug. 2 to rescue a 12-year-old boy with autism — the police chief praised his split-second decision.
The brave act highlights his commitment to keeping our community safe.
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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue returned to Homestead after aiding neighbors in the Florida panhandle with Hurricane Isaias + they supported the community before, during, and after the storm.
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South Florida first responders returned home after a deployment to Pensacola to help communities hit by Hurricane Isaias; nearly 90 first responders from Miami-Dade + Broward counties helped before and after the storm made landfall near Destin on Friday night.
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Business
A Pasta Bar from NYC opens its first Florida location in Miami Beach's Sunset Harbour on October 21.
The 4,700 sqft restaurant (in the former Sushi Garage space) will serve handmade pasta and offer a menu with vegan and gluten-free options.
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A Coral Gables clinic averages 30 to 40 tattoo removals a week as more South Florida clients choose to remove their tattoos — a sign of a growing business trend in cosmetic services.
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Culture
Fans saw promotional displays for upcoming GTA VI at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens today as excitement builds for the game’s major release.
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Disney Channel returns its Worlds Collide concert tour with stars from Descendants, Zombies, and Camp Rock.
The show will take place at Amerant Bank Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 24 in Sunrise.
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Panther Coffee in Wynwood will host its free Third Thursday Series on Thursday, Oct. 15 with soul musician Matt Brown performing from noon to 2 p.m. in partnership with the Wynwood Business Improvement District.
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Government
Library advocates warn that passing Amendment 3 in November will lead to cuts in funding for Miami-Dade libraries, risking reduced digital access and fewer polling sites.
The proposal would change homestead exemptions and property tax caps, causing a domino effect on community services.
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Accidents
Traffic was slow on I-95 north of Hallandale Beach Boulevard after a multivehicle crash forced officials to close several lanes Monday morning, causing significant delays for commuters.
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