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Which Miami shop has the best ice cream scoop?

There's so many good spots to choose from.

Food and Drink

It&#x27;s (unofficially) officially summer! And that can mean just one thing: Ice cream every day — or at least as often as possible.Why it matters: We love ice cream and we&#x27;re asking you, our readers, to weigh in on the best scoop in Miami.

Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward's mayor an extra term

The county attorney says Bogen can seek another term due to a delayed start to his first term.

Election

A less-than-two-month delay in taking office when he was first elected in 2014 could land <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" data-vars-content-id="eedfd518-8220-4e1e-9134-c4667f88b68b" data-vars-headline="Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward&#x27;s mayor an extra term" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" target="_self">Broward</a> Mayor Mark Bogen a fourth, four-year term on the county commission, despite term limits.Why it matters: Bogen&#x27;s candidacy, which is currently unopposed, could trigger legal challenges and test the county&#x27;s interpretation of its charter, which limits commissioners to three consecutive four-year terms.

Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass

Things to Do

For our wedding, my wife Marta and I decided to have a sand ceremony symbolizing our union.<ul><li>We gathered sand from my hometown of Miami Beach and her hometown of Adra, Spain, and poured it into a vase we made together at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" data-vars-content-id="08dd31fb-71b8-4bf3-a642-84097d2e806a" data-vars-headline="Review: Creating my wedding centerpiece at Hollywood Hot Glass" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodhotglass.com/" target="_blank">Hollywood Hot Glass</a>.</li></ul>Why it matters: We&#x27;re already creating a life together, so it felt fitting to create a physical representation. <ul><li>Plus, this ended up being a fun date activity.</li></ul>

Scoop: FIU students face conduct charges for anti-ICE demonstration

The university says students violated conduct policies during the peaceful demonstration.

Education

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Florida International University" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/05/republicans-condemn-racist-group-chat-miami" data-vars-content-id="c8b66dac-8f90-4529-853a-6b4a6e0d10f8" data-vars-headline="Scoop: FIU students face conduct charges for anti-ICE demonstration" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/05/republicans-condemn-racist-group-chat-miami" target="_self">Florida International University</a> is alleging seven students violated conduct policies for participating in a peaceful demonstration — a move the students and their advisor argue is unfounded and creates a chilling effect.Why it matters: The charges highlight potential conflict between FIU&#x27;s policies and First Amendment protections for students <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="established decades ago" data-vars-click-url="https://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/educational-activities/first-amendment-activities/tinker-v-des-moines/facts-and-case-summary-tinker-v-des-moines" data-vars-content-id="c8b66dac-8f90-4529-853a-6b4a6e0d10f8" data-vars-headline="Scoop: FIU students face conduct charges for anti-ICE demonstration" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/educational-activities/first-amendment-activities/tinker-v-des-moines/facts-and-case-summary-tinker-v-des-moines" target="_blank">established decades ago</a> by the Supreme Court.

Bandshell BeachClub blends live music, ocean views

Looking for live music, an ocean breeze and little movement? You&#x27;re in luck.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bandshell BeachClub" data-vars-click-url="https://miamibeachbandshell.com/beachclub/" data-vars-content-id="aff1455c-1a0c-46ec-86d5-c6bc638a1941" data-vars-headline="Bandshell BeachClub blends live music, ocean views" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://miamibeachbandshell.com/beachclub/" target="_blank">Bandshell BeachClub</a> kicks off Saturday in North Beach.</li></ul>

New South Florida record stores feed growing vinyl demand

South Florida vinyl lovers have two new places to check out.

Music

A new record store in Doral and the announced opening of another in Fort Lauderdale are adding to South Florida&#x27;s vinyl music scene.Why it matters: Analog music&#x27;s resurgence has seen vinyl sales in the U.S. increase for 18 straight years, selling over 43 million copies in 2024, per <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Statista" data-vars-click-url="https://www.statista.com/chart/7699/lp-sales-in-the-united-states/?srsltid=AfmBOorUELKAP1UcPNDm0qchJyhPxpOkv4z9WOg-cRfl7MeA7Du-vfwo" data-vars-content-id="51e69bbd-d53e-46f7-9ef7-81d01f647572" data-vars-headline="New South Florida record stores feed growing vinyl demand" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.statista.com/chart/7699/lp-sales-in-the-united-states/?srsltid=AfmBOorUELKAP1UcPNDm0qchJyhPxpOkv4z9WOg-cRfl7MeA7Du-vfwo" target="_blank">Statista</a>.

Concerts we're looking forward to in 2026

The city's venues are bringing a range of genres to the 305.

We may be just one week into the new year, but it&#x27;s never too early to plan your concert schedule for the year.<ul><li>Here are some of the shows coming to Miami in 2026.</li></ul>

Florida's top Christmas songs

Mariah Carey&#x27;s &quot;All I Want For Christmas Is You&quot; remains the top holiday song in Florida and the rest of the U.S., according to iHeartRadio.Why it matters: Nothing gets the holiday season started quite like off-key loved ones trying to hit Carey&#x27;s high note &quot;youuuuuuu.&quot;

Miami Art Week: The concerts to know about

If you&#x27;re more of a music and less of an art fan, you&#x27;re in luck: There are tons of shows throughout the week to satisfy your concert itch. Between the lines: This isn&#x27;t an exhaustive look at shows, just the ones that caught our attention and haven&#x27;t sold out.

Indie music venues brought $7.8 billion to Florida's economy, report says

The report says indie venues added $4.2 billion to the state GDP

News

Independent music venues in Florida generated $7.8 billion in economic output and added $4.2 billion to the state GDP, per a first-of-its-kind <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e91157c96fe495a4baf48f2/t/68e5b4babef8e030e74ddf34/1759884474378/2025-NIVA-State-of-Live-Report-FL.pdf" data-vars-content-id="2fc1f7fd-1018-4ac4-9f2a-39ef1330fa90" data-vars-headline="Indie music venues brought $7.8 billion to Florida&#x27;s economy, report says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e91157c96fe495a4baf48f2/t/68e5b4babef8e030e74ddf34/1759884474378/2025-NIVA-State-of-Live-Report-FL.pdf" target="_blank">report</a>.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nivassoc.org/stateoflive/state-reports" data-vars-content-id="2fc1f7fd-1018-4ac4-9f2a-39ef1330fa90" data-vars-headline="Indie music venues brought $7.8 billion to Florida&#x27;s economy, report says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nivassoc.org/stateoflive/state-reports" target="_blank">report</a> was produced by the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) to inform policymakers and music industry stakeholders about the importance of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="independent venues" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/14/contemporary-at-blue-star-art-music-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="2fc1f7fd-1018-4ac4-9f2a-39ef1330fa90" data-vars-headline="Indie music venues brought $7.8 billion to Florida&#x27;s economy, report says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/14/contemporary-at-blue-star-art-music-san-antonio" target="_self">independent venues</a>.

III Points is back! Here's what you need to know

The two-day event is expected to draw more than 50,000 people.

Happy III Points weekend to all who celebrate!The big picture: This year&#x27;s two-day festival, featuring more than 150 artists and 12 stages across five city blocks in the heart of Wynwood, is expected to draw more than 50,000 people.Why it matters: The influx of people and events impacts everyone in Miami (hello, more traffic!), whether you&#x27;re an attendee or not.

Miami's songs of the summer, according to Spotify

There isn't a true song of the summer this year it seems.

As Google Trends data suggests, people aren&#x27;t necessarily rallying around a particular <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="song of the summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/08/10/tiktok-jet2-song-summer-alex-warren" data-vars-content-id="744ee439-77a8-49d9-8430-03f3fd77ce26" data-vars-headline="Miami&#x27;s songs of the summer, according to Spotify" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/08/10/tiktok-jet2-song-summer-alex-warren" target="_self">song of the summer</a> this year, as they have in the past. The big picture: If last summer boasted an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="abundance of refrains" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/08/04/brat-charli-xcx-chappell-roan-sabrina-carpenter-tiktok-pop" data-vars-content-id="744ee439-77a8-49d9-8430-03f3fd77ce26" data-vars-headline="Miami&#x27;s songs of the summer, according to Spotify" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/08/04/brat-charli-xcx-chappell-roan-sabrina-carpenter-tiktok-pop" target="_self">abundance of refrains</a> — &quot;that&#x27;s that me espresso,&quot; &quot;they not like us,&quot; &quot;good luck, babe&quot; — this summer is all crickets, trends data suggests.

Miami's new music wave is powered by Frost School students

Frost School musicians are shaking up the local scene with shows, singles and a showcase.

Miami&#x27;s emerging musicians are joining forces this weekend for a special concert highlighting the impact of the University of Miami&#x27;s music school.Why it matters: The newest crop of students from the Frost School of Music are reinvigorating the local music scene as they play shows across the city, release new albums of original music, and collaborate with classmates.

"Immediate pain:" Arts and culture community rallies against proposed budget

The proposal would slash 50% from the county's cultural grant funding.

Local arts and culture organizations are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sounding the alarm" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMq-FiiRZ98/?img_index=1" data-vars-content-id="57caa52e-4c8c-4ec4-90e7-2ddf34ab274e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Immediate pain:&quot; Arts and culture community rallies against proposed budget" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMq-FiiRZ98/?img_index=1" target="_blank">sounding the alarm</a> about a proposed 50% cut to the county&#x27;s cultural grant funding, urging residents to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="sign a petition" data-vars-click-url="https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/protect-the-arts-protect-our-culture-protect-miami-dade?source=direct_link&amp;" data-vars-content-id="57caa52e-4c8c-4ec4-90e7-2ddf34ab274e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Immediate pain:&quot; Arts and culture community rallies against proposed budget" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/protect-the-arts-protect-our-culture-protect-miami-dade?source=direct_link&amp;" target="_blank">sign a petition</a> that&#x27;s already garnered more than 3,000 signatures.Why it matters: Arts and cultural leaders say the $12.8 million in proposed cuts would devastate small organizations and local artists, and threaten programming for the city&#x27;s youth.<ul><li>Moreover, they say the lack of funding will hinder the arts community&#x27;s ability to boost the local economy and it would undermine decades of investment that made Miami a global hub and cultural destination.</li></ul>