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In another legal victory for Joe Carollo, judge says commisioner’s wages shouldn’t be garnished
Read full article: In another legal victory for Joe Carollo, judge says commisioner’s wages shouldn’t be garnishedJoe Carollo scored another legal victory in his fight against a $63 million legal verdict; a judge issued a recommendation Wednesday that the Miami city commissioner shouldn’t have his wages garnished to pay the Little Havana businessmen who won a lawsuit against him.
On the ballot in Miami: Broader public corruption oversight and contested outdoor fitness equipment
Read full article: On the ballot in Miami: Broader public corruption oversight and contested outdoor fitness equipmentLocal 10 News takes a look at what’s on the ballot for the Aug. 20 Primary for the city of Miami.
OAS secretary general visits South Florida, calls for Maduro regime accountability in wake of Venezuelan election crisis
Read full article: OAS secretary general visits South Florida, calls for Maduro regime accountability in wake of Venezuelan election crisisSeveral press conferences were held on Thursday across South Florida centering on the current situation in Venezuela following the country's presidential election.
Carollo hails ‘big win’ in court that could let him keep Coconut Grove home
Read full article: Carollo hails ‘big win’ in court that could let him keep Coconut Grove homeMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo discussed what he’s calling a big win Monday: a recommendation from United States Magistrate Judge Lauren Louis, which means he may not lose his Coconut Grove home after all.
Carollo ‘thrilled’ after judge's ruling protects his Coconut Grove house
Read full article: Carollo ‘thrilled’ after judge's ruling protects his Coconut Grove houseJoe Carollo’s defense attorney released a statement saying a federal judge’s ruling Saturday gave the Miami commissioner and his family a reason to feel “thrilled” amid his battle against two Little Havana businessmen.
Miami commissioners agree to new voting map, ending legal saga
Read full article: Miami commissioners agree to new voting map, ending legal sagaMiami city commissioners voted Thursday to adopt a new commission map, agreed upon as part of a settlement with civil rights groups after a federal judge ruled that elected officials unconstitutionally racially gerrymandered the previous districts.
Miami commissioner explains vote delay on settlement over gerrymandered map claim
Read full article: Miami commissioner explains vote delay on settlement over gerrymandered map claimDuring This Week In South Florida on Sunday, Miami Commissioner Miguel Gabela said the delay in replacing the unconstitutional city-drawn districts’ map was to ensure it gets done.
This Week In South Florida: Billy Corben joins journalists to discuss Miami City Hall dysfunction
Read full article: This Week In South Florida: Billy Corben joins journalists to discuss Miami City Hall dysfunctionAnyone who thinks local government meetings are boring hasn’t been to one at City Hall in Miami. The latest spectacle of the dysfunction at a commission meeting was the ousting of Miami City Attorney Victoria Méndez.
Judge dismisses Miami businessmen’s second suit against Carollo, city; case not over
Read full article: Judge dismisses Miami businessmen’s second suit against Carollo, city; case not overMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo touted a win Thursday in his battle against Little Havana businessmen Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla, after federal judge dismissed an updated lawsuit filed by the two against Carollo and other city officials.
Joe Carollo gets reprieve in court: Commissioner’s home won’t be auctioned — for now
Read full article: Joe Carollo gets reprieve in court: Commissioner’s home won’t be auctioned — for nowMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo won a victory in court Friday as he seeks to save his Coconut Grove home from the auction block after losing a $63.5 million civil judgment to two Little Havana businessmen.
Updated suit against Carollo, others likens city attorney to ‘Black Widow’ Griselda Blanco
Read full article: Updated suit against Carollo, others likens city attorney to ‘Black Widow’ Griselda BlancoTwo Little Havana business owners and their investors are amping up their language in a newly-amended lawsuit against the city of Miami, Commissioner Joe Carollo and other top officials.
‘Do you see me worried?’: Joe Carollo addresses latest legal volley as clock ticks toward auction
Read full article: ‘Do you see me worried?’: Joe Carollo addresses latest legal volley as clock ticks toward auctionMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo addressed the latest legal volley Friday related to the federal civil case he lost.
In stern rebuke, judge denies Joe Carollo’s request for new trial in $63M civil case
Read full article: In stern rebuke, judge denies Joe Carollo’s request for new trial in $63M civil caseA federal judge didn’t mince words in denying Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo requests for a new trial and to reduce $63.5 million in damages against him after a civil jury found he used his position to violate the rights of two Little Havana businessmen last summer.
Want to buy Joe Carollo’s home? Forced auction now scheduled — unless he can stop it
Read full article: Want to buy Joe Carollo’s home? Forced auction now scheduled — unless he can stop itU.S. Marshals have scheduled a public auction to sell off Joe Carollo’s Coconut Grove home in order to satisfy a portion of a $63.5 million civil verdict against the Miami city commissioner. Carollo expressed confidence Thursday that he would prevail in stopping it.
WATCH: Man shows up to Miami commission meeting to serve Joe Carollo with legal papers
Read full article: WATCH: Man shows up to Miami commission meeting to serve Joe Carollo with legal papersA speaker approached the podium at Miami City Hall for Thursday’s commission meeting and addressed one member in particular: Joe Carollo. He wasn’t there to comment on an agenda item; instead, he let Carollo know that he was there to serve him with legal papers.
US Marshals show up at Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s home, beginning seizure process
Read full article: US Marshals show up at Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s home, beginning seizure processU.S. Marshals visited Joe Carollo’s Coconut Grove home Friday afternoon and taped a notice to the front gate, starting the process of seizing the house in order to satisfy part of a massive legal judgement against the Miami city commissioner.
After suit seeking his ouster, Carollo likens businessmen to Al Capone, says he’s a ‘hostage’
Read full article: After suit seeking his ouster, Carollo likens businessmen to Al Capone, says he’s a ‘hostage’Backdropped by a portrait of a rooster standing proudly in front of American and Cuban flags Wednesday, Joe Carollo compared two businessmen to a famed mobster and bemoaned the appeals process over the $63 million lawsuit he lost to the pair, likening himself to a “hostage.”
Joe Carollo says his Coconut Grove home is safe from seizure — but expert says maybe not
Read full article: Joe Carollo says his Coconut Grove home is safe from seizure — but expert says maybe notThe Little Havana businessmen who won a $63 million civil verdict against Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo have their sights set on the longtime politician’s Coconut Grove home in an effort to recoup a portion of the judgment.
Joe Carollo jokes about order to seize assets: ‘They would have a right to some of my underwear’
Read full article: Joe Carollo jokes about order to seize assets: ‘They would have a right to some of my underwear’In Joe Carollo’s first Miami City Commission meeting since a federal court ordered U.S. Marshals to start collecting on a $63 million legal judgement, the longtime elected official came out swinging against his critics.
Miami mayor reacts after federal court orders seizure of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s assets
Read full article: Miami mayor reacts after federal court orders seizure of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s assetsThe U.S. Marshal’s Office has been ordered by a federal court to seize $63,500 in assets from Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo, according to court records.
Judge orders city of Miami to garnish Joe Carollo’s paychecks after $63M verdict
Read full article: Judge orders city of Miami to garnish Joe Carollo’s paychecks after $63M verdictA federal judge ordered the city of Miami to begin garnishing Commissioner Joe Carollo’s wages in order to satisfy a massive multi-million dollar legal judgement.
New Miami redistricting suit: Rival says home was illegally drawn out to protect commissioner
Read full article: New Miami redistricting suit: Rival says home was illegally drawn out to protect commissionerAs plaintiffs in a racial gerrymandering lawsuit try to take their case to the U.S. Supreme Court, there was a new legal twist Monday in the ongoing saga over the fairness — or, as some argue, lack thereof — of Miami’s city commission district map.
Plaintiffs challenging City of Miami’s redistricting map over racial gerrymandering dealt legal blow
Read full article: Plaintiffs challenging City of Miami’s redistricting map over racial gerrymandering dealt legal blowIn a 2-1 decision the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals Friday granted the City of Miami’s motion for a stay. That means the Plaintiffs’ map won’t be used for the upcoming November election.
Will new Miami electoral map force Carollo out? City’s redistricting battle not over
Read full article: Will new Miami electoral map force Carollo out? City’s redistricting battle not overFresh off the heels of a court order stating Miami city commissioners’ second try at redrawing their electoral map failed to remedy “unconstitutional” racial gerrymandering issues, there are now questions over whether an incumbent commissioner will have to move or relinquish his seat.
Cleanup efforts in Little Havana increase after Local 10 report, but residents want more done
Read full article: Cleanup efforts in Little Havana increase after Local 10 report, but residents want more doneLocal 10 News' recent story on the trash problem in Little Havana seems to have struck a nerve.
Joe Carollo says he won’t talk to Local 10 News unless he’s live — the invitation’s in
Read full article: Joe Carollo says he won’t talk to Local 10 News unless he’s live — the invitation’s inJoe Carollo didn’t park in his usual reserved spot at Miami City Hall and apparently got in using the back entrance, but all eyes were on the city commissioner as he sat on the dais Thursday, attending his first commission meeting since losing a multi-million dollar lawsuit the week prior.
‘Joe Carollo has to go’: Groups urge commissioner’s ouster, criminal probe after $63M verdict
Read full article: ‘Joe Carollo has to go’: Groups urge commissioner’s ouster, criminal probe after $63M verdictA number of former elected officials, business owners, activists and community members joined forces Tuesday and called on Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo to resign or be removed from office after a jury found him liable last week for violating the rights of two businessmen, handing down a $63 million judgement.
Joe Carollo speaks, comparing case to OJ Simpson, George Floyd following $63M ruling
Read full article: Joe Carollo speaks, comparing case to OJ Simpson, George Floyd following $63M rulingMiami City Commissioner Joe Carollo broke his silence after a jury found him liable for violating the rights of two Hialeah businessmen.
Where’s Joe? After court loss, Carollo not at Little Havana, Coconut Grove homes — or city hall
Read full article: Where’s Joe? After court loss, Carollo not at Little Havana, Coconut Grove homes — or city hallDays after his loss in court, Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo has kept a low profile after being found liable for violating the rights of a pair of businessmen and being ordered to pay a $63 million judgment.
Ex-commissioner warns Miami taxpayers could end up paying $63M Carollo verdict
Read full article: Ex-commissioner warns Miami taxpayers could end up paying $63M Carollo verdictA former Miami city commissioner is warning that taxpayers could end up footing the bill for his ex-colleague’s massive legal judgment.
$63M verdict against Miami commissioner accused of political retaliation
Read full article: $63M verdict against Miami commissioner accused of political retaliationA federal jury in Florida has awarded $63.5 million to a pair of businessmen who claimed a city of Miami commissioner used his office to harass them after they supported the commissioner’s political opponent.
Jury finds Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo liable in federal civil case, ordered to pay $63M
Read full article: Jury finds Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo liable in federal civil case, ordered to pay $63MAfter a marathon civil trial, a federal jury in Fort Lauderdale found Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo liable in a civil case brought by two businessmen who accused him of retaliation — and they delivered a massive monetary verdict.
Jury deliberating whether Miami commissioner targeted Little Havana businessmen
Read full article: Jury deliberating whether Miami commissioner targeted Little Havana businessmenAfter a more than 50 calendar day trial, jurors will decide if Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo targeted two businessmen because they supported his political opponent in 2017.
With Miami taxpayers on hook for now, here’s how Carollo could end up paying own legal bills
Read full article: With Miami taxpayers on hook for now, here’s how Carollo could end up paying own legal billsMiami taxpayers have already spent nearly $2 million on City Commissioner Joe Carollo’s legal defense as his lengthy civil trial continues to drag on. But will he have to pay that back if he loses?
High-ranking city officials testify in civil trial against Miami commissioner
Read full article: High-ranking city officials testify in civil trial against Miami commissionerTwo officials testified in defense of Miami commissioner Joe Carollo in a civil trial that's been going on for weeks. Jurors will now get a few weeks break.
Judge furious over photo taken in court at Carollo trial, threatens attorney with prison time
Read full article: Judge furious over photo taken in court at Carollo trial, threatens attorney with prison timeA photo of a member of the media talking to an attorney is submitted to the court by a Miami city commissioner's defense team during a civil trial. The judge had harsh words for the attorney telling him he broke the law and calling the actions "reprehensible."
Well-known Carollo ally testifies in federal civil trial
Read full article: Well-known Carollo ally testifies in federal civil trialThree more witnesses took the stand on Tuesday as jurors continue listening to hours and hours of testimony in Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo’s lengthy federal civil trial.
Now it’s the defense’s turn in the lengthy civil trial of Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo
Read full article: Now it’s the defense’s turn in the lengthy civil trial of Miami City Commissioner Joe CarolloThe defense in the civil trial of Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo who is being sued by two businessmen began calling witnesses Monday.
Amid testy cross-examination, businessman calls Carollo’s actions ‘demented’ in civil trial
Read full article: Amid testy cross-examination, businessman calls Carollo’s actions ‘demented’ in civil trialAs the trial stretched beyond the one-month mark, a juror sitting for the federal civil case against Joe Carollo had to call it quits Thursday, as one of the businessmen suing the Miami city commissioner spent another full day on the stand.
At civil trial, businessmen testify Joe Carollo waged ‘campaign of destruction’
Read full article: At civil trial, businessmen testify Joe Carollo waged ‘campaign of destruction’Two businessmen suing Joe Carollo took the stand at the Fort Lauderdale federal courthouse Tuesday, claiming the Miami city commissioner waged a “campaign of destruction” against them because they supported his opponent back in 2017.
Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo testifies for 3rd day in court
Read full article: Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo testifies for 3rd day in courtMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo was on the stand for a third day on Wednesday in federal civil court and is scheduled to continue his testimony on Friday morning.
Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo accuses witnesses in federal court of lying
Read full article: Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo accuses witnesses in federal court of lyingMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo continued his testimony on Tuesday in federal court in downtown Miami during a civil case against him amid a prolonged bitter quarrel.
Carollo trial: Former staffer testifies commish, wife coerced false sex harassment claims
Read full article: Carollo trial: Former staffer testifies commish, wife coerced false sex harassment claimsStunning testimony continued Wednesday in the federal civil trial of Joe Carollo, with a former secretary telling jurors that the Miami city commissioner coerced her into making false sexual harassment allegations against two other former employees.
Judge denies Carollo attorneys’ mistrial request after claiming business partner followed juror
Read full article: Judge denies Carollo attorneys’ mistrial request after claiming business partner followed jurorAttorneys for Joe Carollo unsuccessfully asked for a mistrial Tuesday in the federal civil case against the Miami city commissioner, claiming a business partner of the men suing him followed and spoke to a juror.
Carollo trial: Owners of popular Sanguich restaurant testify to ‘blatantly obvious’ harassment
Read full article: Carollo trial: Owners of popular Sanguich restaurant testify to ‘blatantly obvious’ harassmentMonday marked another day of eye-opening testimony in the federal civil trial of Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo.
Joe Carollo’s civil trial: Ex-aid says commissioner has aversion to ‘any type of trail’
Read full article: Joe Carollo’s civil trial: Ex-aid says commissioner has aversion to ‘any type of trail’Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s former aid testified on Friday during a civil trial at the federal courthouse in Broward County, as the owners of Ball & Chain demand $2.4 million in damages.
In civil trial, ex-chief of staff testifies to ‘disturbing’ period working for Joe Carollo
Read full article: In civil trial, ex-chief of staff testifies to ‘disturbing’ period working for Joe CarolloTestimony continued on Wednesday in the civil federal trial of controversial City of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo.
Ex-chief Acevedo testifies about ‘Crazy Joe’ as Carollo federal civil trial continues
Read full article: Ex-chief Acevedo testifies about ‘Crazy Joe’ as Carollo federal civil trial continuesTestimony continued on Tuesday in the federal civil trial of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo, who is accused of abusing his power on local businesses.
Testifying in civil trial, ex-city manager says Carollo targeted business owners
Read full article: Testifying in civil trial, ex-city manager says Carollo targeted business ownersFormer Miami City Manager Emilio Gonzalez testified in the federal civil trial of Joe Carollo Tuesday, saying the powerful city commissioner did use his influence to target two business partners.
Federal civil trial begins for Joe Carollo, accused of targeting business owners who opposed him
Read full article: Federal civil trial begins for Joe Carollo, accused of targeting business owners who opposed himA federal civil trial pitting two business partners against Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo got underway in Fort Lauderdale Monday.
Local Black leaders feel ‘disrespected’ after Miami commission removes every member of Virginia Key Beach Park Trust
Read full article: Local Black leaders feel ‘disrespected’ after Miami commission removes every member of Virginia Key Beach Park TrustWith questions rising about the future of historic Virginia Key after Miami Mayor Francis Suarez refused to veto the city’s takeover of the board of trustees, many Black local leaders are now angered by the decision.
As Miami commission meets, protesters decry Virginia Key homeless plan
Read full article: As Miami commission meets, protesters decry Virginia Key homeless planThe “transition zone” plan, which would see 50 to 100 tiny homes built on Virginia Key, has generated controversy from the moment Commissioner Joe Carollo proposed it in late July.
Virginia Key business owner thinks City of Miami is targeting her for speaking out against homeless camp proposal
Read full article: Virginia Key business owner thinks City of Miami is targeting her for speaking out against homeless camp proposalSeveral days have passed since a Virginia Key business was suddenly shut down indefinitely.
This Week in South Florida Full Episode: August 7, 2022
Read full article: This Week in South Florida Full Episode: August 7, 2022On the latest episode of This Week in South Florida, hosts Michael Putney and Glenna Milberg are joined by North Miami Councilwoman Mary Estime-Irvin, Congressional candidates Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormack, Dale Holness and State Rep. Anika Omphroy, and Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo.
County commissioner hosting town hall to discuss Miami homeless camp proposal
Read full article: County commissioner hosting town hall to discuss Miami homeless camp proposalVirginia Key has been a proposed site to build a homeless community in Miami, but one county commissioner says that's not the case.
Miami commissioner responds to criticism over proposed Virginia Key homeless community
Read full article: Miami commissioner responds to criticism over proposed Virginia Key homeless communityA controversial proposal to create pop-up communities for the homeless across Miami, including on Virginia Key, was approved by commissioners last week.
Homeless moving to Virginia Key? Plan is controversial to say the least
Read full article: Homeless moving to Virginia Key? Plan is controversial to say the leastMiami city commissioners vote 3-2 to move forward with a pilot program that would build a community on Virginia Key for the city's homeless population.
Miami commissioners approve plan to house homeless on Virginia Key after initially voting it down
Read full article: Miami commissioners approve plan to house homeless on Virginia Key after initially voting it downIn a 3 to 2 vote, the Miami City Commission rejected a plan that would have built 50 to 100 mini homes on Virginia Key as a homeless shelter community.
Miami commissioner’s homeless ‘transition zone’ plan draws skepticism
Read full article: Miami commissioner’s homeless ‘transition zone’ plan draws skepticismA Miami city commissioner wants to create a “transformation and transition zone” to rid Miami streets of homeless encampments, but it’s already getting some opposition over the plan’s proposed optimal location.
Commissioners vote in support of David Beckham’s Miami soccer stadium dream
Read full article: Commissioners vote in support of David Beckham’s Miami soccer stadium dreamDavid Beckham’s dream of building a proper home for his Inter Miami faced the gatekeepers of the public land that he and billionaire Jorge Mas have chosen.
Dilapidated Miami building being demolished after owners failed to fix code violations
Read full article: Dilapidated Miami building being demolished after owners failed to fix code violationsSome people are claiming that the building was left to rot by its owners, who purchased the property two years ago, and it's not the only one.
Little Havana apartment residents forced to move after property purchase by City of Miami
Read full article: Little Havana apartment residents forced to move after property purchase by City of MiamiNeighbors living in Little Havana said they were blindsided by a notice on their door giving them just two weeks to move out.
City of Miami moves forward with in-person Bayfront Park celebration
Read full article: City of Miami moves forward with in-person Bayfront Park celebrationWhile many crowd-drawing celebrations are being canceled due to the omicron variant, the show is on at Miami's Bayfront Park to ring in the New Year.
WATCH LIVE: Officials discuss plans for City Of Miami New Year’s Eve Celebration at Bayfront Park
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Officials discuss plans for City Of Miami New Year’s Eve Celebration at Bayfront ParkCommissioner and Chairman of the Bayfront Park Management Trust Joe Carollo is hosting a press conference about the City of Miami New Year’s Eve celebration at Bayfront Park.
Mayor Francis Suarez wins reelection with overwhelming majority of votes
Read full article: Mayor Francis Suarez wins reelection with overwhelming majority of votesMiami Mayor Francis Suarez won reelection Tuesday night with more than 79% of the votes tallied. Max Martinez, his main opponent and a sports podcast producer, had about 11%.
Miami commissioners pass controversial laws affecting people facing homelessness
Read full article: Miami commissioners pass controversial laws affecting people facing homelessnessMiami commissioners voted 4-1 on Thursday in favor of a resolution to establish the controversial “adopt-a-homeless” program, which is meant to remove people who are camping on public sidewalks and parks
Protestors rally against proposed public property homeless ban in Miami
Read full article: Protestors rally against proposed public property homeless ban in MiamiProtestors gathered outside of Miami City Hall on Thursday opposing a proposed ban on homeless people camping on public property in the City of Miami.
Miami commissioners accept city manager’s recommendation to terminate Chief Art Acevedo
Read full article: Miami commissioners accept city manager’s recommendation to terminate Chief Art AcevedoChief Art Acevedo’s suspension turned into termination of employment on Thursday night at Miami City Hall after a 6-month tenure as a designated outsider who had been tasked with reforming the Miami Police Department’s culture.
Advocates rally against proposed homeless camping ban in Miami
Read full article: Advocates rally against proposed homeless camping ban in MiamiA coalition of homeless advocacy, social justice, legal, and other groups rallied on Thursday at Miami City Hall to oppose a proposed ban on homeless people camping on public property in the City of Miami.
Mayor Suarez: Police Chief Acevedo has to go after ‘war with city’s elected leadership’
Read full article: Mayor Suarez: Police Chief Acevedo has to go after ‘war with city’s elected leadership’Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, who went to Houston to bring in Art Acevedo for a fresh perspective, said Tuesday that the police chief is too much of an outsider and he supports the city manager’s decision to remove him after just six months.
While campaigning for reelection, Carollo goes back to his shrewd old ways
Read full article: While campaigning for reelection, Carollo goes back to his shrewd old waysMiami Commissioner Joe Carollo wanted all the attention on him during a special meeting Friday at City Hall. Those who know him say he has had the tendency to throw tantrums from behind the dais when an election is approaching — and this year isn’t any different.
Entrepreneurs file lawsuit blaming city for $28M in losses in Little Havana
Read full article: Entrepreneurs file lawsuit blaming city for $28M in losses in Little HavanaThe entrepreneurs behind the former Ball & Chain and Taquerias El Mexicano in Miami’s Little Havana filed a 66-page lawsuit against the city alleging Commissioner Joe Carrollo’s campaign of harassment cost them $28 million in losses.
After Ball & Chain quarrels, chief alleges some commissioners issued arbitrary list to target businesses
Read full article: After Ball & Chain quarrels, chief alleges some commissioners issued arbitrary list to target businessesMiami Police Chief Art Acevedo is not the only one who has ever accused Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo of harassment. Bill Fuller, the co-founder and managing principal of Miami-based commercial real estate agency Barlington Group, and Carollo have had an ongoing feud for years.
Carollo distracts with ‘Elvis’ video after Miami chief reports alleged official misconduct
Read full article: Carollo distracts with ‘Elvis’ video after Miami chief reports alleged official misconductWhat do an Elvis Presley impersonation and a private investigator accused of impersonating law enforcement have in common? The answer is as messy as Miami politics.
Miami commissioners don’t mince words about new police chief Art Acevedo
Read full article: Miami commissioners don’t mince words about new police chief Art AcevedoAcevedo’s five months as Miami police chief have been marred in controversy, and he faces formal questioning from city commissioners Monday.
Carollo targets Miami police chief who is set to face commission later this month
Read full article: Carollo targets Miami police chief who is set to face commission later this monthMiami Chief Art Acevedo, who was born in Havana, Cuba, upset Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo after he said during a morning roll call that the “Cuban Mafia” runs the police department.
Miami officials say outdoor venue, sanitation stations will help keep people safe during ‘Down With the Chains’ event
Read full article: Miami officials say outdoor venue, sanitation stations will help keep people safe during ‘Down With the Chains’ eventCity of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Commissioner Joe Carollo held a news conference Friday to announce new details regarding the Call for Freedom of Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua event.
Miami Commissioner announces new public demonstration: ‘Down with chains in Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela!’
Read full article: Miami Commissioner announces new public demonstration: ‘Down with chains in Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela!’A Miami commissioner and local activists met Wednesday at Miami City Hall to announce an upcoming public rally to send a message to the White House.
Leaders celebrate reopening of Miami’s historic Domino Park
Read full article: Leaders celebrate reopening of Miami’s historic Domino ParkCity of Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo, Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar and State Senator Ileana Garcia held a news conference Monday morning in celebration of the city’s re-opening of Miami’s historic Domino Park.