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business23 days ago•3 min saved

Ross and Griffin Push South Florida as the Next Business Hub

Billionaires Stephen Ross and Ken Griffin, who relocated from New York and Chicago to South Florida, are launching a $10 million campaign called Ambition Accelerated with the Florida Council of 100 to attract more businesses to the Gold Coast (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach). They argue Florida offers superior business conditions—talent, regulatory predictability, cost structure, and quality of life—and are aiming to lure tech and finance firms while continuing investments in local projects such as Vanderbilt University’s campus, a private school, and a Cleveland Clinic hospital.

via The New York Times|

#ambition-accelerated #business #florida

healthcare1 month ago•3 min saved

CMS Selects New Organ Procurement Provider in South Florida

CMS has approved Nevada Donor Network to take over organ procurement services in South Florida after decertifying the University of Miami's provider due to noncompliance, ensuring continued organ donation and transplantation services during the transition.

via Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | CMS (.gov)|

#cms #healthcare #nevada-donor-network

sports3 months ago•4 min saved

Ohio State Leads CFP Rankings as Indiana and Texas A&M Follow

Ohio State remains at the top of the CFP rankings, with Miami making a significant leap to No. 15 due to their early-season win over Notre Dame, and South Florida re-entering the rankings as the top Group of 5 team. The rankings reflect recent game performances and conference considerations, with the final bracket set to be announced in December.

via AP News|

#cfp-rankings #college-football #miami

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Father and Daughter Killed in Florida Plane Crash En Route to Jamaica

A Christian missionary father and daughter, Alexander and Serena Wurm, were killed in a plane crash in South Florida while en route to Jamaica for hurricane relief efforts. The aircraft, recently acquired for humanitarian missions, crashed shortly after takeoff, and investigations are ongoing. The Wurm family was dedicated to humanitarian work and their faith, with the father having recently helped deliver aid to Jamaica.

via AP News|

#christian-missionary #hurricane-relief #jamaica

immigration3 months ago•8 min saved

Venezuelans in the U.S. Face Loss of TPS Amid Rising Uncertainty

Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans in the U.S., primarily in South Florida, will lose Temporary Protected Status (TPS) after Friday, risking deportation amid ongoing turmoil in Venezuela. Despite some improvements in Venezuela's conditions, experts argue that it remains unsafe for returnees, especially opponents of Maduro's regime. Many affected individuals have pending asylum cases or work visas, but without TPS, they face potential detention or deportation. U.S. officials and local representatives are calling for solutions to protect these communities.

via Miami Herald|

#deportation #immigration #immigration-policy

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Memphis Stuns No. 18 USF to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Memphis staged a dramatic comeback to beat No. 18 South Florida 34-31, with a late touchdown pass from Brendon Lewis to Cortez Braham Jr. and a missed field goal by South Florida as time expired. South Florida's Byrum Brown led a strong offensive effort but couldn't secure the win, snapping their four-game winning streak.

via Yahoo Sports|

#college-football #comeback #memphis

real-estate4 months ago•1 min saved

Mark Wahlberg Eyes $47M South Florida Mansion

Mark Wahlberg is under contract to purchase a $47 million, 29,000-square-foot luxury mansion in Delray Beach's exclusive Stone Creek Ranch, featuring extensive amenities like a saltwater lagoon pool, home theater, and private tennis court, offering privacy and luxury in a gated community.

via TMZ|

#billionaires-row #florida-mansion #luxury-home

weather5 months ago•3 min saved

Hurricane Humberto's Path and U.S. Threat Level

Hurricane Humberto, the eighth storm of the 2025 Atlantic season, has strengthened to a Category 4 but is not expected to impact South Florida directly; it is currently moving northwest and is projected to head towards the Carolinas, with potential indirect marine hazards for South Florida.

via CBS News|

#atlantic-hurricane-season #bermuda #hurricane-humberto

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

No. 5 Miami Dominates South Florida 49-12 in Top 25 Showdown

Miami dominated South Florida with a 49-12 win, led by Carson Beck's impressive performance and a strong defensive showing, setting the stage for a key upcoming game against Florida.

via State of The U|

#carson-beck #college-football #football-victory

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Boise State Opens 2025 Season at South Florida

Boise State is favored to beat South Florida by 6 points in a Week 1 college football game that could impact playoff standings, with Boise's offense expected to perform well despite losing a key player, and the game predicted to be high-scoring.

via New York Post|

#boise-state #college-football #odds

health6 months ago•1 min saved

COVID Surge Resurges in South and West Coast as Schools Reopen

COVID-19 cases have increased by over 50% in South Florida's Miami-Dade and Broward counties as students prepare to return to school, prompting health officials to recommend precautions like vaccination, testing, and avoiding sick individuals.

via WPLG Local 10|

#cases-increase #covid-19 #health

health7 months ago•1 min saved

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Causes Multiple Deaths in Florida Coastal Waters in 2025

A case of flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, has resulted in one death in Broward County, South Florida, with a total of 11 cases reported across the state in 2025. The bacterium, found in warm seawater and shellfish, can cause severe illness, especially through raw shellfish consumption or open wounds exposed to saltwater. Preventative measures include thoroughly cooking shellfish and avoiding contact with contaminated water or raw seafood.

via WPLG Local 10|

#flesh-eating-bacteria #health #infection-prevention

immigration7 months ago•4 min saved

ICE plans rapid deportations to third countries amid mounting concerns

A new ICE memo allows deportations to third countries with as little as six hours' notice, sparking concern among immigrant communities in South Florida due to the lack of due process and safety guarantees, especially for those with pending asylum claims or no criminal records.

via Miami Herald|

#deportation #ice #immigration

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

'No Kings' Anti-Trump Protests Planned Across Multiple U.S. Cities

An anti-Trump group called No Kings is planning over 1,800 peaceful protests across the U.S., including several in South Florida, on June 14, 2025, to oppose government overreach and in response to recent law enforcement actions in Los Angeles. South Florida protests are scheduled in Miami, Miami Beach, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Key West, Marathon, and Key Largo, with authorities warning against violence.

via Miami Herald|

#anti-trump #demonstrations #no-kings

weather1 year ago•1 min saved

Sara's Remnants Bring Rain and Flood Risks to Southeast

South Florida is preparing for a weather shift as the remnants of Tropical Storm Sara merge with a cold front, bringing increased rain chances and gusty winds by midweek. While the system is no longer tropical, it will lead to scattered showers and a drop in temperatures, with lows in the upper 50s and highs in the mid-70s expected by the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare for rain midweek and enjoy cooler, drier conditions once the front passes.

via WPLG Local 10|

#cold-front #rain #south-florida