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Miami Beach hosts its 14th annual South Beach Seafood Festival (Oct. 21 to Oct. 24) where top chefs and local restaurants offer shellfish dinners and a Chef Showdown on the sand.

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Consumer investigator Sasha Jones finds that many Miami families are struggling to cover basic costs even with a regular paycheck—rising living expenses leave thousands short each month.

Her report shows how tight budgets force households to stretch every dollar.

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Miami city leaders will debate proposals on Oct. 22 to raise animal cruelty fines by more than +2000 and adjust leash law guidelines after reports of abuse, including a malnourished dog found on a high-rise balcony.

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Florida's driver license and motor vehicle data was breached by a malicious actor using compromised credentials on Sept. 4.

FLHSMV reported that its systems were secured immediately and it will send letters to affected holders offering free identity monitoring (and $1 million in identity theft insurance for one year).

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Sandbox VR in Wynwood offers visitors a fully immersive virtual reality experience—featuring shows like Squid Game and Stranger Things.

Sessions last 40 minutes with full-body motion tracking and themed drinks from a robotic bartender, with prices in the 50 to 60 range.

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