Miami Beach Spring Break: Balancing Revelry and Restrictions

Miami Beach is grappling with the decision to break up with spring break due to years of unruly crowds, violence, and mayhem, leading to a state of emergency and a midnight curfew. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has dispatched state troopers to keep raucous spring breakers in check, while the city has implemented hefty fines, curfews, bag checks, restricted beach access, and other measures to enhance public safety. Business owners and officials are trying to balance the economic benefits of spring break with the need to control the chaos, as they hope for an amicable separation while prioritizing public safety.