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Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Center Opens in Cutler Bay

By Alexi C. CardonaMarch 18, 2020

Drive-thru COVID-19 testing is now available in Miami-Dade County.

Five Ways Sports Leagues Can Entertain Fans Amid Coronavirus

By Ryan YousefiMarch 18, 2020

We all need some entertainment right now, but sports can do us one better and spread some happiness — even if it’s off the field or court.

<i>Miami New Times</i>‘ 2020 Primary Election Live-Blog

Miami New Times‘ 2020 Primary Election Live-Blog

By Alexi C. Cardona and OthersMarch 17, 2020

Will Democratic voters in this new coronavirus reality choose former Vice President Joe Biden or Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders?

Miami-Dade Court Worker Tests Positive for COVID-19

By Jerry IannelliMarch 17, 2020

People who were in courtroom 6-2 are being asked to self-quarantine.

Nonprofits Ask Florida for Statewide Moratorium on Evictions

By Jessica LipscombMarch 17, 2020

Beyond concern for the humanity and stability of renters, an eviction moratorium could be beneficial for public health, the groups argue.

After Criticism, Miami-Dade State Attorney Pledges to Help Release Nonviolent Arrestees

By Jerry IannelliMarch 16, 2020

Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle says her office is formulating a plan to release misdemeanor and nonviolent inmates.

Activist Groups Sue Florida Over Primary Held During COVID-19 Outbreak UPDATED

By Jerry IannelliMarch 16, 2020

The five groups say Florida’s vote-by-mail deadlines for the primary should be extended to March 27.

Miramar ICE Facility Still Open Despite Coronavirus Concerns

By Manuel MadridMarch 16, 2020

ICE’s decision to keep its Miramar facility open is a departure from other offices in Tampa and Orlando, which have announced closures.

Fort Lauderdale-Based Silver Airways Says It Won’t Survive Without Federal Aid

By Jessica LipscombMarch 16, 2020

Silver Airways says federal funding is “required in order for the airline to survive the most dire crisis the industry has ever faced.”

Miami Volunteers Deliver Supplies to Elderly and Sick During COVID-19 Outbreak

By Jerry IannelliMarch 16, 2020

An online buddy system in Miami is connecting healthy adults with those unable to leave their homes during the coronavirus pandemic.

Five Ways Miami Sports Fans Can Kill Time While Games Are on Hiatus

By Ryan YousefiMarch 16, 2020

When all else fails, go to your happy place: Dan Marino. You can find hours of Marino highlights, and even some full games, online.

Advocates Demand Miami-Dade Empty Jails During COVID-19 Outbreak

By Jerry IannelliMarch 15, 2020

Critics say Miami-Dade County isn’t doing enough to protect inmates during the COVID-19 outbreak.

NAACP Demands Resignation of Miami Beach Police Chief, City Manager After Spring Break

By Jerry IannelliMarch 15, 2020

After this weekend, black city leaders and activists are fed up.

Here Are All the Florida Politicians Who Self-Quarantined for Coronavirus

By Manuel MadridMarch 15, 2020

As the novel coronavirus spreads, a growing number of Floridians are working from home, including politicians.

Here’s How Miami’s Megachurches Are Preparing for Sunday Services

By Joshua CeballosMarch 15, 2020

Some observers see religious services, with so many people in close quarters, as potential incubators for the virus.

Miami-Dade Inmate Tested for Coronavirus UPDATED

By Jerry IannelliMarch 14, 2020

The detainee exhibited flu-like symptoms during the intake process and was transported to a local hospital and given a test for COVID-19.

Airline Workers at MIA Feel Unprepared to Handle Coronavirus UPDATED

By Alexi C. CardonaMarch 14, 2020

Some Eulen workers at MIA fear they are woefully unprepared to keep themselves safe and do their jobs effectively amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Miami Beach Commissioner Asks if City Should Infect First Responders With Coronavirus

By Jessica LipscombMarch 14, 2020

Arriola made a self-described bold proposal: that the city consider infecting its first responders with the novel coronavirus so they could develop antibodies.

Miami-Dade and Broward County Schools Closed Until March 30

By Manuel MadridMarch 13, 2020

School districts in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties are the first in the state to completely close in response to the spread of COVID-19.