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Top Stories: ➊ – Udonis Haslem Previews Why Miami Heat Are His Must-Watch Team Next Year (Saturday), ➋ – ASK IRA: Will Heat’s extended preseason schedule turn into a Spoelstra rotation laboratory? (Wednesday), ➌ – Heat trade player they refused to include in Kevin Durant talks before Rockets deal (Friday), ➍ – Microschools are growing in popularity, but state regulations haven’t caught up (Sunday), ➎ – Barry University Fire Academy students prepare to fill needed emergency workforce positions (Sunday)

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Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami reopens after 1 dead, 1 hospitalized

WSVN 7News 8/16 4:17A Cassie Martinez

The eastbound lanes of the Rickenbacker Causeway have been reopened Saturday morning after a crash involving a dirt bike and a bicycle , leaving one dead and one minor in the...

Florida unemployment rate holds steady at 3.7%

Miami-Dade County Sun Sentinel 8/15 8:28A Jim Turner

TALLAHASSEE — Florida’s unemployment rate held at 3.7% in July, with a state economist saying demand remains high for workers. “The number of job openings is up from the same...

Mother accused of threatening parent with gun at Miami elementary school on first day of classes

WSVN 7News 8/15 4:27A Kathleen Ditton

A woman was arrested after police say she threatened to shoot another parent during a drop-off dispute at a Miami elementary school on the first day of classes for Miami-Dade...

Rapper Sean Kingston to be sentenced for $1 million fraud scheme in South Florida

WSVN 7News 8/15 4:25A Kathleen Ditton

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Rapper Sean Kingston is scheduled to be sentenced in South Florida on Friday after being convicted of a $1 million fraud scheme. Kingston, whose...

Man arrested and charged with attempted murder after shooting inside Liberty City gym

WSVN 7News 8/15 4:23A Tynisa Senior

Police have made an arrest following a shooting inside a Liberty City gym. The shooting happened around 7 p.m. Thursday near 49th Street and Northwest Seventh Avenue. It...

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Critics say Trump’s push for fairness in college admissions is leaving out legacy preferences

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/15 4:00A Associated Press

By COLLIN BINKLEY, Associated Press Education Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Donald Trump attempts to reshape college admissions , he’s promising a new era of fairness, with an emphasis on...

For these incarcerated students, online school has been a disaster

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/14 7:10A Associated Press

By BIANCA VÁZQUEZ TONESS, AP Education Writer GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — To earn his freedom, 15-year-old Cayden Gillespie had to complete three school assignments a day. But school had gone virtual for...

Multiple Texas students are injured in a school bus rollover crash on the first day of class

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/14 2:04A Associated Press

LEANDER, Texas (AP) — A Texas school bus carrying more than 40 students on Wednesday rolled over after veering off a rural road on the first day of class, injuring multiple students, authorities said....

Trump administration ordered to restore some withheld grant funding to UCLA

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/13 10:08A Associated Press

By JOCELYN GECKER, Associated Press A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore millions of dollars in National Science Foundation grants it has withheld...

How Florida’s new education chief is rattling schools with public threats

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 8/13 6:32A Jeffrey S. Solochek

The X post by Florida’s education commissioner caught Hillsborough County school district officials off guard. It showed the cover of a book, “Trans Mission,” which...

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Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Kicks Off Football Season with Fan-Favorite Deals

Restaurant News 8/15 12:40A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com ) Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ , is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated Football Season Menu. Founded with a passion for quality food, fun...

SPB Hospitality Appoints Robert J. Fargo as Senior Vice President of Development

Restaurant News 8/14 12:07A RestaurantNews.com

Robert Bob J. Fargo Seasoned real estate and construction executive to oversee national development pipeline for SPB s growing portfolio of brands Houston, TX (...

Nékter Juice Bar Redefines the Future of Wellness with a Bold, Evolved Lineup of Cold-Pressed Juices...

Restaurant News 8/13 3:38A RestaurantNews.com

From Cleanse Culture to Wellness Your Way, the National Lifestyle Brand Reimagines What It Means to Feel Good Today Costa Mesa, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Nékter Juice Bar is...

Grand Opening of East Plano Paris Baguette Café on August 14 as the Brand Continues to Dominate the...

Restaurant News 8/13 3:26A RestaurantNews.com

Waleed Liaqat set to open his Paris Baguette café at 1201 East Parker Road, Suite 100, Plano, TX 75074 Plano, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Paris Baguette , the bakery café...

Dickey’s BBQ Pit Brings Texas Flavor to Enterprise, AL

Restaurant News 8/13 3:18A RestaurantNews.com

Guests can enjoy $5 Classic Sandwiches, $8 Wings, Kids Eat Free, and family fun at the new Enterprise location Enterprise, AL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is...

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ArtXSpace: Nikola Tesla Immersive Experience Promo Code CGLOVE10 for 10% OFF

Coral Gables Love 8/8 9:07A Paola Mendez

Use Promo Code CGLOVE10 for 10% OFF the ArtXSpace: Nikola Tesla Immersive Experience ArtXSpace: Nikola Tesla Immersive Experience is an immersive space unveiling Tesla s life...

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Bianchi: On opening night, Magic and Heat need to resurrect the hate!

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 8/16 8:51A Orlando Sentinel

The Magic will open the 2025-26 NBA season against the Miami Heat. The basketball gods have handed us an opportunity — a chance to stir up a rivalry that has been sitting cold...

Udonis Haslem Previews Why Miami Heat Are His Must-Watch Team Next Year

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 8/16 8:21A Inside The Heat

After being among the bottom of the league offensively and within the top 10 defensively for the last three seasons, the Miami Heat s successful offseason may lead to a much...

Miami Heat 2025 NBA Cup East Group C predictions

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 8/16 8:20A ClutchPoints | Miami Heat News

With the Miami Heat s full schedule released for the 2025-26 season, there is no doubt major excitement from the fanbase about how the team will bounce back from a frustrating...

LeBron James, NBA Players React to Dwyane Wade's Recent Post

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 8/16 6:59A Chicago Bulls On SI

The NBA has seen some incredible talents at the shooting guard position over the years, headlined by former superstars like Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and Los Angeles...

Miami Heat Receive High Marks For Impressive Offseason Moves

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 8/16 6:49A Inside The Heat

While there is time for another move, the Miami Heat s offseason seems just about complete. Although Miami whiffed on landing any of the big-name players they are consistently...

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Air Fryer Green Beans

Love and Lemons 8/14 2:41A Jeanine Donofrio

Have you ever tried cooking green beans in the air fryer? They come out lightly crisp, tender, and beautifully caramelized. And best of all, they re ready in 10 minutes. Just...

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