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9 public schools to close ahead of next academic year

The move comes amid the state's growing private and charter school sector.

Education

Nine Miami-Dade County public schools will close ahead of the upcoming academic year, which officials have said is the result of continued <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="declining enrollment" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/05/01/miami-dade-schools-nine-school-close-enrollment-decline-2026" data-vars-content-id="eea88757-ae3a-4bac-8981-b88eab64d1a4" data-vars-headline="9 public schools to close ahead of next academic year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/05/01/miami-dade-schools-nine-school-close-enrollment-decline-2026" target="_self">declining enrollment</a>.Why it matters: The closures — unanimously approved this month by the School Board — are the latest example of the challenges traditional public school districts face due to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="state&#x27;s expanded voucher system" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/05/12/florida-pathway-charters-private-schools-education" data-vars-content-id="eea88757-ae3a-4bac-8981-b88eab64d1a4" data-vars-headline="9 public schools to close ahead of next academic year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/05/12/florida-pathway-charters-private-schools-education" target="_self">state&#x27;s expanded voucher system</a> and the growth of private alternatives.

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in Miami

Here are some of the top free events happening around town.

Things to Do

Miami is gearing up for a lively July Fourth as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.The big picture: From live music to fireworks, here are some of the free celebrations going on this weekend.

America is turning 250, so Miami is rolling out a $250 "lobster dog"

A Miami Beach hotel is trying to one-up the $100 "Golden Glizzy" hot dog.

News

If you thought Miami&#x27;s $100 &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Golden Glizzy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/06/golden-glizzy-100-dollar-hot-dog-miami-open" data-vars-content-id="271c8863-9550-4647-831a-f57c1045c54f" data-vars-headline="America is turning 250, so Miami is rolling out a $250 &quot;lobster dog&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/06/golden-glizzy-100-dollar-hot-dog-miami-open" target="_self">Golden Glizzy</a>&quot; was excessive, one local hotel may have one-upped the caviar-topped hot dog.Why it matters: Meet the $250 &quot;Lobster Dog,&quot; a limited-edition spiny lobster sandwich combo at the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort celebrating America&#x27;s 250th anniversary.<ul><li>Each lobster dog features 5 oz. of spiny lobster tail torchons and smoked oyster remoulade, topped by half an ounce of caviar. </li><li>The two-dog meal — crafted by Carillon executive chef Christopher Robertson — also comes with a bottle of Pommery Brut Royale Champagne.</li></ul>If you go: You can find it at the Carillon&#x27;s Fourth of July barbecue on Saturday, which will also feature regular hot dogs, Tank Beer, a DJ and outdoor games.<ul><li>12pm-3pm.</li><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="RSVP" data-vars-click-url="https://www.carillonhotel.com/en/experiences/4th-of-july-250th-celebration/" data-vars-content-id="271c8863-9550-4647-831a-f57c1045c54f" data-vars-headline="America is turning 250, so Miami is rolling out a $250 &quot;lobster dog&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.carillonhotel.com/en/experiences/4th-of-july-250th-celebration/" target="_blank">RSVP</a> required. Ticket proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.</li></ul>

Downtown bar launches World Cup Clubhouse for watch parties and events

It's one of four community pitches that will open this summer.

More is more when it comes to places to watch the World Cup in Miami. <ul><li>There&#x27;s the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Fan Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/10/miami-world-cup-fan-fest-bayfront-park" data-vars-content-id="8080b7e1-4a3d-4165-8c20-135f63cb7d0c" data-vars-headline="Downtown bar launches World Cup Clubhouse for watch parties and events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/10/miami-world-cup-fan-fest-bayfront-park" target="_self">Fan Fest</a>, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="countless bars and restaurants" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/04/your-guide-to-world-cup-watch-parties-drink-specials-in-miami" data-vars-content-id="8080b7e1-4a3d-4165-8c20-135f63cb7d0c" data-vars-headline="Downtown bar launches World Cup Clubhouse for watch parties and events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/04/your-guide-to-world-cup-watch-parties-drink-specials-in-miami" target="_self">countless bars and restaurants</a>, the music venue-turned-watch party and now the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lost Boy Clubhouse" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBJiNREUIy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="8080b7e1-4a3d-4165-8c20-135f63cb7d0c" data-vars-headline="Downtown bar launches World Cup Clubhouse for watch parties and events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBJiNREUIy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Lost Boy Clubhouse</a>. </li></ul>

What's going up: New and completed condos

There's always development news in Miami.

Real Estate

Here&#x27;s the latest round of development news across the South Florida area.

Florida migration boom fades as rising costs push residents out

Miami-Dade is estimated to have lost about 10,000 residents between July 2024 and 2025.

At the same time <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Florida&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/04/23/what-to-know-about-floridas-snap-changes" data-vars-content-id="5d7d63f5-99d0-464c-a1c6-2680399cdee4" data-vars-headline="Florida migration boom fades as rising costs push residents out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/04/23/what-to-know-about-floridas-snap-changes" target="_self">Florida&#x27;s</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pandemic-era sunshine rush" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/12/22/state-list-florida-fastest-growing-census" data-vars-content-id="5d7d63f5-99d0-464c-a1c6-2680399cdee4" data-vars-headline="Florida migration boom fades as rising costs push residents out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/12/22/state-list-florida-fastest-growing-census" target="_self">pandemic-era sunshine rush</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="slowed to a trickle" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/12/fewer-americans-move-florida-2025" data-vars-content-id="5d7d63f5-99d0-464c-a1c6-2680399cdee4" data-vars-headline="Florida migration boom fades as rising costs push residents out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/02/12/fewer-americans-move-florida-2025" target="_self">slowed to a trickle</a>, affordability concerns pushed working-age residents to relocate.Why it matters: That&#x27;s the sobering state of play detailed in a recent <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Wall Street Journal article" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wsj.com/economy/floridas-population-boom-fizzles-as-high-costs-drive-away-middle-class-fbc6a345" data-vars-content-id="5d7d63f5-99d0-464c-a1c6-2680399cdee4" data-vars-headline="Florida migration boom fades as rising costs push residents out" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wsj.com/economy/floridas-population-boom-fizzles-as-high-costs-drive-away-middle-class-fbc6a345" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal article</a> digging into the Sunshine State&#x27;s changing migration patterns.

Colombia and Portugal fans partied through the 0-0 draw

Both teams advanced to the knockout round.

Sports

The Colombia and Portugal match ended in a 0-0 draw on Saturday in Miami, sending both teams to the knockout stage of the World Cup. Why it matters: It was reportedly the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="most in-demand" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7398216/2026/06/26/portugal-colombia-martinez-tickets/" data-vars-content-id="3638cff7-7f1d-4ef5-baa2-30133fd00da3" data-vars-headline="Colombia and Portugal fans partied through the 0-0 draw" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7398216/2026/06/26/portugal-colombia-martinez-tickets/" target="_blank">most in-demand</a> group-stage match of the World Cup, per The Athletic, a product of the massive local Colombian community and the stardom of Portugal&#x27;s Cristiano Ronaldo.

Why a water bottle is $3 at Atlanta's World Cup stadium but $8.50 in Dallas

There is a wild variance in prices for food, water and other drinks across the 11 U.S. cities hosting the World Cup.

Thirsty? You&#x27;re in luck if you&#x27;re at a World Cup match in Atlanta, where a small draft beer goes for $5. In other U.S. cities hosting games, food and drinks can be much pricier. Why it matters: There is a wild variance in prices for food, water and other drinks across the 11 U.S. cities hosting the World Cup this year.

World Cup offers Haitians in Miami hope amid crisis at home

Watch parties are planned across South Florida.

Half a century after Haiti&#x27;s first <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/11/world-cup-miami-global-influence" data-vars-content-id="9cdfe75f-d392-40c3-bfcf-5514c821a716" data-vars-headline="World Cup offers Haitians in Miami hope amid crisis at home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/11/world-cup-miami-global-influence" target="_self">World Cup</a> appearance, Les Grenadiers are back on futbol&#x27;s biggest stage after overcoming challenges back home and abroad.Why it matters: South Florida is home to the largest Haitian diaspora in America.<ul><li>For the over 163,000 Haitians living in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, the tournament offers a moment of excitement amid the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="violence and displacement" data-vars-click-url="https://www.iom.int/news/haitis-displacement-crisis-hits-record-15-million-amid-escalating-violence" data-vars-content-id="9cdfe75f-d392-40c3-bfcf-5514c821a716" data-vars-headline="World Cup offers Haitians in Miami hope amid crisis at home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.iom.int/news/haitis-displacement-crisis-hits-record-15-million-amid-escalating-violence" target="_blank">violence and displacement</a> afflicting the Caribbean nation.</li></ul>

Poll: Trump loses ground with Florida Hispanics on economy, performance

The survey comes ahead of November's midterm elections.

Hispanic voters — including those in Florida — are drifting away from President Trump over issues including <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cost of living" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/trump-inflation-economy-polls-biden" data-vars-content-id="c842d075-f081-4298-a1b7-f40235fe270b" data-vars-headline="Poll: Trump loses ground with Florida Hispanics on economy, performance" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/trump-inflation-economy-polls-biden" target="_self">cost of living</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="immigration" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/immigration" data-vars-content-id="c842d075-f081-4298-a1b7-f40235fe270b" data-vars-headline="Poll: Trump loses ground with Florida Hispanics on economy, performance" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/immigration" target="_self">immigration</a> and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iran war" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/03/iran-war-powers-house-republicans" data-vars-content-id="c842d075-f081-4298-a1b7-f40235fe270b" data-vars-headline="Poll: Trump loses ground with Florida Hispanics on economy, performance" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/03/iran-war-powers-house-republicans" target="_self">Iran war</a>, recent polling finds.Why it matters: Trump&#x27;s 2024 victory was fueled, in part, by the support he garnered from Hispanic voters.

More workers chase fewer holiday jobs

The competition for seasonal jobs is the latest sign of cooling in the broader labor market.

Business Brief

The number of people looking for work this holiday season is surging, a new report from the jobs site <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indeed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hiringlab.org/2025/10/16/job-seeker-interest-in-holiday-jobs-surges/" data-vars-content-id="5c5b6282-9f64-40aa-ba1f-deba92cb4f25" data-vars-headline="More workers chase fewer holiday jobs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hiringlab.org/2025/10/16/job-seeker-interest-in-holiday-jobs-surges/" target="_blank">Indeed</a> finds. <ul><li>But they&#x27;ll be fighting it out for spots — the number of available jobs hasn&#x27;t budged much from last year, Axios&#x27; Emily Peck reports.</li></ul>Why it matters: A lot of these folks are looking to make extra cash to get through the holidays — a sign that rising costs are weighing on Americans.

Young bettors drive gambling business boom

A TransUnion survey found 4% more people in the South said they gambled compared to last year.

Gen Z and millennials are driving the fastest growth in sports betting, but a decline may be on the horizon, according to TransUnion&#x27;s latest U.S. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="gaming report" data-vars-click-url="https://newsroom.transunion.com/gen-z-millennial-speculators-drove-year-over-year-gambling-growth-in-q2-2025/" data-vars-content-id="01f7a3ef-c543-4fd0-8b1e-0887be66fd47" data-vars-headline="Young bettors drive gambling business boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://newsroom.transunion.com/gen-z-millennial-speculators-drove-year-over-year-gambling-growth-in-q2-2025/" target="_blank">gaming report</a>.Why it matters: The credit bureau says gambling responsibly is &quot;more important than ever&quot; due to economic uncertainty and growing debt obligations for young bettors.

Things to do: Art, dance and more this July 4th weekend

It's a holiday weekend and there's plenty to do.

It&#x27;s a holiday weekend and there&#x27;s plenty to do and see! <ul><li>Don&#x27;t forget: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup watch parties" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/29/bar-launches-world-cup-clubhouse-for-watch-parties-events-lost-boy" data-vars-content-id="8320e37a-0cac-42a4-8486-20fa8efda683" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Art, dance and more this July 4th weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/29/bar-launches-world-cup-clubhouse-for-watch-parties-events-lost-boy" target="_self">World Cup watch parties</a> are happening across the city.</li><li>Plus: Many local businesses are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="still accepting donations" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/how-to-help-venezuelan-earthquake-relief-efforts-in-miami" data-vars-content-id="8320e37a-0cac-42a4-8486-20fa8efda683" data-vars-headline="Things to do: Art, dance and more this July 4th weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/how-to-help-venezuelan-earthquake-relief-efforts-in-miami" target="_self">still accepting donations</a> for Venezuelan earthquake relief efforts. </li></ul>

Review: Gaby Cucina at Aventura Mall is tasty but pricey

Food and Drink

I always liked <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Call Me Gaby" data-vars-click-url="https://www.callmegaby.com/menu/" data-vars-content-id="4f5d2ed7-3b2e-46ac-869a-52a61cbb7028" data-vars-headline="Review: Gaby Cucina at Aventura Mall is tasty but pricey" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.callmegaby.com/menu/" target="_blank">Call Me Gaby</a> in South Beach, so I checked out its sister restaurant, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Gaby Cucina" data-vars-click-url="https://www.opentable.com/r/gaby-by-call-me-gaby-aventura" data-vars-content-id="4f5d2ed7-3b2e-46ac-869a-52a61cbb7028" data-vars-headline="Review: Gaby Cucina at Aventura Mall is tasty but pricey" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.opentable.com/r/gaby-by-call-me-gaby-aventura" target="_blank">Gaby Cucina</a>, at Aventura Mall.State of plate: Just like the South Beach location, Gaby Cucina is pricey but delivers high-end flavor.

How Miamians can help Venezuelan earthquake relief efforts

The back-to-back earthquakes have killed more than 180 people.

Less than 24 hours after <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="two massive earthquakes struck Venezuela" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/25/venezuela-earthquakes" data-vars-content-id="95998b51-a456-4ecf-84fa-e0e3362b11f2" data-vars-headline="How Miamians can help Venezuelan earthquake relief efforts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/25/venezuela-earthquakes" target="_self">two massive earthquakes struck Venezuela</a> and killed more than 180 people, local organizations and governments began accepting donations to deliver aid to the country. <ul><li>Officials expect the death toll to rise. </li></ul>The big picture: The greater Miami area is home to the largest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Venezuelan diaspora" data-vars-click-url="https://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/venezuelan-immigrants-united-states#distribution" data-vars-content-id="95998b51-a456-4ecf-84fa-e0e3362b11f2" data-vars-headline="How Miamians can help Venezuelan earthquake relief efforts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/venezuelan-immigrants-united-states#distribution" target="_blank">Venezuelan diaspora</a> in the U.S.

Surfside marks 5 years since Champlain Towers South collapse

The June 24, 2021, collapse forever changed the Surfside community.

Five years ago Wednesday, the Champlain Towers South condominium building <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="crumbled" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2023/09/08/new-details-surfside-condo-collapse-investigation" data-vars-content-id="a3e4123b-da31-491c-8d01-7435c05323bb" data-vars-headline="Surfside marks 5 years since Champlain Towers South collapse" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2023/09/08/new-details-surfside-condo-collapse-investigation" target="_self">crumbled</a>, killing 98 in Surfside.The big picture: The tragedy forever changed Miami. To this day, the empty lot at 87th Street and Collins Avenue is a reminder of the lives lost on June 24, 2021 — ranging in age from 1 to 92.

Thousands of Scotland fans march through Miami ahead of World Cup match

Scotland plays Brazil on Wednesday, June 24.

The Tartan Army took over Calle Ocho on Monday as thousands of Scottish soccer fans marched through Little Havana ahead of Wednesday&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/17/miami-world-cup-fans-miss-match-transportation" data-vars-content-id="a434d993-4de8-4e5e-ace5-d17352bfd3e7" data-vars-headline="Thousands of Scotland fans march through Miami ahead of World Cup match" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/17/miami-world-cup-fans-miss-match-transportation" target="_self">World Cup</a> clash against Brazil.<ul><li>Two days before the critical match at Hard Rock Stadium, the Scots warmed up with some day drinking and a march to the Marlins game Monday.</li></ul>

Here's what Florida included in America's Time Capsule

We think Florida could have buried a few more artifacts.

Culture

What will future generations think of Florida when they open <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America&#x27;s Time Capsule" data-vars-click-url="https://america250.org/time-capsule/" data-vars-content-id="e6ae405a-4927-427f-bf66-254ae8fc3f84" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what Florida included in America&#x27;s Time Capsule" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://america250.org/time-capsule/" target="_blank">America&#x27;s Time Capsule</a> — a nationwide project to preserve pieces of U.S. history as part of the country&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="250th anniversary celebration" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/06/03/america-250-freedom-250-national-mall-white-house-drama" data-vars-content-id="e6ae405a-4927-427f-bf66-254ae8fc3f84" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what Florida included in America&#x27;s Time Capsule" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/06/03/america-250-freedom-250-national-mall-white-house-drama" target="_self">250th anniversary celebration</a>?

Rare founding documents land in Miami for America 250 exhibit

A secret Constitution draft and other historic records will be on view.

Some of America&#x27;s most precious founding documents will be on display in Miami this weekend to celebrate the country&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="250th anniversary" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/45486562.28/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDIvMDcvYmxhY2staGlzdG9yeS0yNTAtd2hvLWRlY2lkZXM_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPXNlbmR0b19sb2NhbG5ld3NsZXR0ZXJ0ZXN0JnN0cmVhbT10b3A/62df316bede8493bc70a2df6B419fcea6" data-vars-content-id="a57c7f0d-2a5a-49df-b54c-73ee7a588448" data-vars-headline="Rare founding documents land in Miami for America 250 exhibit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/45486562.28/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDIvMDcvYmxhY2staGlzdG9yeS0yNTAtd2hvLWRlY2lkZXM_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPXNlbmR0b19sb2NhbG5ld3NsZXR0ZXJ0ZXN0JnN0cmVhbT10b3A/62df316bede8493bc70a2df6B419fcea6" target="_self">250th anniversary</a>.Why it matters: For some, this could be the only chance to see such historic documents in person.

Red Bull hosting Miami "death race" for Go Skate Day

Olympic skateboarder Alex Sorgente, who grew up in South Florida, is hosting a &quot;death race&quot; on Sunday for Go Skate Day, a global skateboarding holiday.Driving the news: Red Bull Concrete Heats, a head-to-head pump track race at SkateBird Miami, will feature timed qualifying runs open to the public, with the fastest skaters advancing to compete for the podium.

Sweat Records launches vinyl take-back program

Sweat Records is a mainstay in Miami's music scene.

Music

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sweat Records" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/03/14/sweat-records-celebrates-20-years" data-vars-content-id="a6a09cba-fd86-492d-96d8-8acf7189b320" data-vars-headline="Sweat Records launches vinyl take-back program" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/03/14/sweat-records-celebrates-20-years" target="_self">Sweat Records</a>, along with Warner Music Group, launched a new vinyl take-back program with the hopes of repurposing broken or old records. Why it matters: The beloved record shop in Little Haiti is among just 11 other shops around the country to be included in the program, which launched June 25.

"The city is ready." Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami

Colombia takes on Portugal at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday night.

During the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/scotland-world-cup-tartan-army-miami" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/scotland-world-cup-tartan-army-miami" target="_self">World Cup</a> so far, Hard Rock Stadium has played host to big local fanbases like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brazil" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/photos-scenes-from-brazil-scotland-world-cup-miami" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/25/photos-scenes-from-brazil-scotland-world-cup-miami" target="_self">Brazil</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Uruguay" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/16/miami-first-world-cup-match" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/16/miami-first-world-cup-match" target="_self">Uruguay</a>.<ul><li>But Colombia fans may take the cake when Los Cafeteros hit the field on Saturday, their first World Cup match in Miami.</li></ul>Why it matters: There are over 105,000 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Colombians" data-vars-click-url="https://www.migrationpolicy.org/programs/data-hub/charts/us-immigrant-population-state-and-county" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.migrationpolicy.org/programs/data-hub/charts/us-immigrant-population-state-and-county" target="_blank">Colombians</a> living in Miami-Dade County, comprising one of Miami&#x27;s largest foreign-born communities.Zoom in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Colombia plays Portugal" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49172923/fifa-world-cup-2026-colombia-vs-portugal-tv-channel-how-watch-kickoff-live-stream-referee-predicted-lineups" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49172923/fifa-world-cup-2026-colombia-vs-portugal-tv-channel-how-watch-kickoff-live-stream-referee-predicted-lineups" target="_blank">Colombia plays Portugal</a> at 7:30pm at Hard Rock as both teams fight for first place in Group K.<ul><li>For neutral soccer fans, a chance to see Cristiano Ronaldo play for Portugal also makes Saturday&#x27;s match a highly anticipated affair. (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Resale tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ticketmaster.com/world-cup-match-71-group-k-miami-06-27-2026/event/Z7r9jZ1A74343" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/world-cup-match-71-group-k-miami-06-27-2026/event/Z7r9jZ1A74343" target="_blank">Resale tickets</a> are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="starting" data-vars-click-url="https://seatgeek.com/fifa-world-cup-tickets/international-soccer/2026-06-27-7-30-pm/17164017?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&amp;quantity=1" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://seatgeek.com/fifa-world-cup-tickets/international-soccer/2026-06-27-7-30-pm/17164017?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&amp;quantity=1" target="_blank">starting</a> around $3,000)</li></ul>What they&#x27;re saying: Fabio Perez, a Colombian living in Miami, tells Axios that Hard Rock will feel the Colombian energy. <ul><li>&quot;The city is ready. We can&#x27;t wait for this game. We&#x27;re anxious. Playing Cristiano and Portugal takes it to another level. This stadium will be full of Colombians on Saturday and you&#x27;re going to be able to feel it.&quot;</li><li>Miami Police say the FIFA Fan Festival downtown is &quot;expected to draw record attendance&quot; Saturday due to &quot;highly anticipated matches.&quot; (Argentina also plays later)</li></ul>For non-Colombians trying to get into the mood for the match, Perez recommends trying a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bandeja paisa" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/Miami/comments/1ev8vrk/where_is_the_best_bandeja_paisa_in_miami/" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Miami/comments/1ev8vrk/where_is_the_best_bandeja_paisa_in_miami/" target="_blank">bandeja paisa</a> — a typical Colombian meal.Where to watch: The FIFA Fan Festival, your local sports bar or favorite Colombian restaurant.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Andrés Carne de Res Miami" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLlnPRifTw/?img_index=1" data-vars-content-id="bae3b0af-da15-4a58-b12f-c57995316095" data-vars-headline="&quot;The city is ready.&quot; Colombian fans eager for World Cup match in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLlnPRifTw/?img_index=1" target="_blank">Andrés Carne de Res Miami</a> on Lincoln Road has free entry and welcome drink, and live music.</li><li>The city of Coral Gables is hosting a free community watch party at Ponce Circle Park. Event grounds open at 6 p.m.</li></ul>

Things to do: World Cup, Drag Fest and more

It&#x27;s the last weekend in June! Can you believe it? Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s happening around town. <ul><li>Bonus: World Cup watch parties are happening around the city! </li></ul>

Brazilians in South Florida excited for World Cup match vs. Scotland

There is no bad blood between Brazil and Scotland. Their fans have been partying together.

When Brazil and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Scotland" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/22/scotland-fans-miami-march-world-cup" data-vars-content-id="9e9c2bda-7764-4759-8a46-955c5dc025c8" data-vars-headline="Brazilians in South Florida excited for World Cup match vs. Scotland" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/22/scotland-fans-miami-march-world-cup" target="_self">Scotland</a> meet in Miami for the World Cup, both teams will count on scores of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="adoring fans" data-vars-click-url="https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade/scores-of-brazilian-fans-gather-across-miami-for-pre-game-rituals-ahead-of-world-cup-match-with-scotland/" data-vars-content-id="9e9c2bda-7764-4759-8a46-955c5dc025c8" data-vars-headline="Brazilians in South Florida excited for World Cup match vs. Scotland" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade/scores-of-brazilian-fans-gather-across-miami-for-pre-game-rituals-ahead-of-world-cup-match-with-scotland/" target="_blank">adoring fans</a> who have <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="flooded" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ3jCL_RJQ8/" data-vars-content-id="9e9c2bda-7764-4759-8a46-955c5dc025c8" data-vars-headline="Brazilians in South Florida excited for World Cup match vs. Scotland" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ3jCL_RJQ8/" target="_blank">flooded</a> the city leading up to Wednesday&#x27;s match.

Where to watch Argentina's World Cup matches in Miami

Expect a big fan gathering in North Beach on Monday.

Fans of reigning <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/17/miami-world-cup-fans-miss-match-transportation" data-vars-content-id="1f80b5a3-6560-4373-9e27-17f5aa1134d2" data-vars-headline="Where to watch Argentina&#x27;s World Cup matches in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/06/17/miami-world-cup-fans-miss-match-transportation" target="_self">World Cup</a> champions Argentina have plenty of confidence that Lionel Messi and company can hoist the trophy again this summer.Why it matters: If the fan gatherings in South Beach and North Beach didn&#x27;t give it away, the Miami area is home to a large Argentinian community.

Cry Baby Creamery is Miami's best ice cream shop, Axios readers say

This homegrown shop beat out other longtime Miami staples and nationally recognized brands.

No tears over here! <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cry Baby Creamery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/crybabycreamery/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="0c90ac5a-c56a-4c86-9f79-8c996beaf88a" data-vars-headline="Cry Baby Creamery is Miami&#x27;s best ice cream shop, Axios readers say" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/crybabycreamery/?hl=en" target="_blank">Cry Baby Creamery</a> has been crowned the best scoop in Miami, as voted by our readers.</li></ul>

Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star

One Miami restaurant earned its first <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" data-vars-content-id="940db7cb-40f1-4aa3-891a-06e9214c215a" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurant earns first Michelin Star" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/01/15/miami-michelin-guide-restaurants-added" target="_self">Michelin</a> star while four others earned a Bib Gourmand in this year&#x27;s Guide, announced Thursday.Why it matters: The annual guide rounds up what those in the industry consider to be the best of the best, and can elevate a restaurant into fame far beyond its city.

Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown

Last summer, a slew of high-profile and longstanding restaurants and bars closed.

When Blue Collar <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXuWrxxxbt/" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXuWrxxxbt/" target="_blank">announced</a> it was closing after 15 years, I was struck by a wave of sadness, then a sense of dread: &quot;Oh no, here we go again.&quot;<ul><li>Just a few weeks before, Mignonette, the beloved seafood bar with the same owner, had also <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced its closure" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWctLNPERMu/" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWctLNPERMu/" target="_blank">announced its closure</a> after more than a decade.</li></ul>Why it matters: The news came just before Miami&#x27;s slow season and followed a series of other closures, signaling a possible <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="repeat of last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" data-vars-content-id="6d5d1056-caaa-4015-94f6-91fa8a8adf5b" data-vars-headline="Miami restaurateurs brace for another brutal summer slowdown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" target="_self">repeat of last summer</a>, when a slew of high-profile and longstanding restaurants and bars closed.

Coral Gables pub calls for mayor to resign over World Cup spat

Mayor Lago says he remains open to meeting and working with the owner of Fritz & Franz Bierhaus.

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The owner of Fritz &amp; Franz Bierhaus is calling on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Coral Gables" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/30/coral-gables-election-charter-mayor-lago" data-vars-content-id="97f21758-9a66-4eb8-9a85-82401f108840" data-vars-headline="Coral Gables pub calls for mayor to resign over World Cup spat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/30/coral-gables-election-charter-mayor-lago" target="_self">Coral Gables</a> Mayor Vince Lago to resign after a dispute over the venue&#x27;s desire to host World Cup watch parties.Why it matters: The public call is the latest escalation in the monthlong dispute between the two parties.

Tata's Yogurt Bar expands Miami's froyo craze

Miami&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="frozen yogurt scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/07/meli-frozen-yogurt-miami-froyo" data-vars-content-id="e146188a-a2e6-4945-95c5-8ec5ccb274bd" data-vars-headline="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar expands Miami&#x27;s froyo craze" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/01/07/meli-frozen-yogurt-miami-froyo" target="_self">frozen yogurt scene</a> continues to expand, and I finally tried <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/tatasmiami/" data-vars-content-id="e146188a-a2e6-4945-95c5-8ec5ccb274bd" data-vars-headline="Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar expands Miami&#x27;s froyo craze" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/tatasmiami/" target="_blank">Tata&#x27;s Yogurt Bar</a>. Why it matters: I kept delaying my visit to the Coconut Grove eatery because my trusted sources (aka friends who also love froyo) had mixed reviews and frankly, I couldn&#x27;t handle a disappointing sweet treat.

No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump

&quot;If the cost of living goes up, at least it taste better.&quot; That&#x27;s at least what the folks at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="No Seasons" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/no_seasons_/" data-vars-content-id="7e9810b5-cc13-42e3-aaf7-6305789a3bc8" data-vars-headline="No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/no_seasons_/" target="_blank">No Seasons</a> are saying. The intrigue: The micro brewery in Little River, formerly known as Off Site, introduced on social media this week <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Pump Price Burger" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX9w9pfR2fI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-vars-content-id="7e9810b5-cc13-42e3-aaf7-6305789a3bc8" data-vars-headline="No Seasons brewery matches burger prices to the pump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX9w9pfR2fI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">the Pump Price Burger</a>. <ul><li>For the entire month, also National Burger Month, the brewery would follow national average gas costs and price the burger accordingly. </li></ul>

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How Florida cities are using AI to streamline building permits

Cities from Miami to Jacksonville are using AI to speed up the building permit process.

As Florida keeps growing, companies like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Swiftbuild.ai" data-vars-click-url="http://swiftbuild.ai/" data-vars-content-id="0d8d51b1-4470-45af-9eab-90fad494aa56" data-vars-headline="How Florida cities are using AI to streamline building permits" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://swiftbuild.ai/" target="_blank">Swiftbuild.ai</a> say their AI software can help local governments handle the influx of construction permits.

What's going up: New condos, coffee shops across South Florida

The latest development news across South Florida.

There&#x27;s never a dull moment in South Florida&#x27;s development scene. <ul><li>Here&#x27;s the latest on what buildings have broken ground and what projects are on the horizon. </li></ul>

Cheese Burger Baby evicted for South Beach hotel development

Another legacy business is closing, at least for now.

After 25 years in business, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cheese Burger Baby" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cheeseburgerbaby.net/" data-vars-content-id="efdc2eb1-6e77-4e73-b4c2-4bf798f58ebe" data-vars-headline="Cheese Burger Baby evicted for South Beach hotel development" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cheeseburgerbaby.net/" target="_blank">Cheese Burger Baby</a> is being evicted to make way for a new hotel.Why it matters: As Miami continues to grow, another legacy business <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bites the dust" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" data-vars-content-id="efdc2eb1-6e77-4e73-b4c2-4bf798f58ebe" data-vars-headline="Cheese Burger Baby evicted for South Beach hotel development" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/07/30/miami-restaurants-summer-slowdown-2025" target="_self">bites the dust</a> — at least for now.

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