MIAMI
Coverage of MIAMI in the Nexus archive.
- New report indicates it’s now pricier to live in Miami than New York City
A Bloomberg report reveals the Miami area has surpassed New York City in cost of living, with a 36% rise in South Florida's consumer price index since 2019. Factors include higher private-school tuition, insurance costs, and restaurant spending, as residents note increased prices for everyday items.
- Miami residents pushing back against development plans that would remove dozens of trees
Miami residents and an environmental group are challenging a development plan by Acre Developments that would remove 46 mature trees, including five large oaks, near Legion Memorial Park. The developer has agreed to plant 103 new trees as mitigation, but opponents argue the city failed to enforce code requirements to prove no alternatives exist. Appeals are pending as residents highlight the environmental benefits of preserving the trees.
- July 21: Record long heat wave continues for South Florida
South Florida is experiencing a record 40-day heat wave with temperatures 91° or higher. Dry conditions persist, worsening a moderate to severe drought. Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf may bring wind and rain to the northern Gulf Coast but will not affect South Florida.
- Google quadruples Miami office space as Larry Page, Sergey Brin flee Calif. ahead of billionaire tax: report
Google has quadrupled its Miami office space as Larry Page and Sergey Brin move from California to avoid the impending billionaire tax. Page and Brin, with net worths of $257 billion and $237 billion respectively, are the second- and third-richest people in the world according to Forbes.
- Tugboat captain pleads guilty over Biscayne Bay sailing camp crash that killed 3 girls
A 46-year-old tugboat captain, Yusiel Lopez Insua, pleaded guilty to a federal charge of seaman’s manslaughter following a 2025 crash in Biscayne Bay that killed three girls during a youth sailing camp. The collision occurred as Lopez Insua used his cellphone, which showed activity on internet marketplaces at the time, and the vessel had obstructed visibility and lacked adequate lookout systems.
- From Miami to New York: Pura Vida is redefining the New York cafe scene
Pura Vida is launching Greek frozen yogurt at its Flatiron location in New York, sweetened with allulose instead of refined sugar. The menu includes two flavors, Berry Bliss and Amalfi Swirl, emphasizing wellness and indulgence. The brand aims to expand its presence by introducing NY-exclusive flavors and blending Miami’s carefree spirit into NYC’s cafe scene.
- Democratic candidates for District 27 discuss reasons for running, plans if elected
Eliott Rodriguez and Robin Peguero, Democratic candidates for District 27, are vying to challenge Republican Maria Salazar in November. Rodriguez emphasizes federal housing support and vows to avoid trading stocks if elected, while Peguero advocates for economic relief and agrees on prohibiting stock trading for Congress members. Rodriguez declined to commit to a debate, and both candidates met with a reporter in locations tied to their backgrounds.
- [US] is no The chronicles of my stolen iPhone, and how deep the iPhone criminal ring goes
The author's iPhone was stolen in Chicago and tracked moving to Florida, Hong Kong, and Morocco, revealing a potential international criminal network. They received phishing attempts and false claims about Apple Pay to lure them out of 'lost mode', highlighting security concerns.
- Tate brothers vow to fight extradition as they appear at court in Miami
Andrew and Tristan Tate, 'manosphere' influencers, appeared at a federal court hearing in Miami to address extradition proceedings. The brothers vowed to fight their potential extradition.
- Tate brothers to fight UK extradition over rape, sex trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in Miami court to contest a UK extradition request related to new charges of rape and sex trafficking. The brothers are fighting the extradition as reported by Cristian Benavides.
- Details on the Tate brothers as they make first court appearance over new sex-related charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in Miami court as British prosecutors seek their extradition to face dozens of sex-related charges.
- Miami, Hollywood thefts lead police to recover bike at North Miami home
A medical student in Hollywood and another individual in Miami had their motorcycles stolen by suspects using a white van with a Comcast sticker. Police recovered one of the bikes in North Miami, but no arrests were made. The stolen motorcycles were linked through the van's license plate.
- The Tate brothers fight extradition to the U.K. where they face rape and sex trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers, are contesting extradition to the United Kingdom where they face rape and sex trafficking charges. Their lawyer claims the Miami arrest was politically motivated but did not provide specifics.
- Tate brothers fight extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking, their lawyer said on Monday, suggesting their arrest in Miami was politically motivated without explaining why.
- The Tate brothers fight extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate are fighting extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges. Their lawyer claims the arrest in Miami was politically motivated, citing no evidence for this assertion. The brothers are accused of offenses spanning 2010 to 2017, including rape, assault, and trafficking, with new charges involving four additional victims.
- The Tate brothers fight extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers, are fighting extradition to the United Kingdom where they face rape and sex trafficking charges. Their lawyer claims the arrest in Miami was politically motivated and denied any wrongdoing, citing new allegations from four victims and previous charges related to three other alleged victims in the UK.
- Tate brothers fight extradition to UK over rape and sex-trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers, are fighting extradition to the United Kingdom to face rape and sex-trafficking charges. They are currently held in federal detention in Miami while a US district judge evaluates their extradition request.
- Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate appear in court after rape, sex trafficking arrest
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in federal court in Miami after being arrested for rape and sex trafficking charges in the UK. The judge is evaluating their extradition eligibility, while their attorney denies the allegations, calling them a 'political hit job.'
- Lawyer for Andrew and Tristan Tate tells judge brothers will fight extradition to UK on rape and sex trafficking charge
Andrew and Tristan Tate's lawyer informed a judge that the brothers will contest their extradition to the UK on charges of rape and sex trafficking. The statement was made in Miami, according to the Associated Press.
- Weather warnings as tropical depression develops along US Gulf coast
A tropical depression along the US Gulf coast is expected to become a tropical storm by Monday, prompting new weather warnings. Separately, Tropical Storm Fausto is strengthening off Mexico's south-west Pacific coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.
- Video shows arrest of Tate brothers in Miami
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami on Saturday after U.K. prosecutors announced new charges against them. The brothers have denied any wrongdoing, as reported by Cristian Benavides.
- Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate expected in Miami court
Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers, are scheduled to appear in a Miami court to face U.S. extradition proceedings related to rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom. Their attorney has dismissed the charges as 'filth and slander' and expressed confidence the extradition request will be denied. The new allegations, involving four additional victims, join previous charges from 2012–2015 and form part of a legal saga spanning the U.S., UK, and Romania.
- Latest details on arrests of Andrew and Tristan Tate
U.S. Marshals arrested social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami due to recent developments in the U.K. U.K. authorities reported four additional alleged victims coming forward with accusations including rape, sex trafficking, assault, and child pornography.
- So will Donald Trump help to free the Tates after their Miami arrest? Brothers' lawyers claim President will halt 'persecution' by UK
Donald Trump may assist the Tates following their arrest in Miami, as their lawyers allege UK persecution. The brothers' legal team claims the President will intervene to stop what they describe as 'persecution' by the UK.
- July 19: Bertha likely to form, hot temps continue
Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf and is expected to become Tropical Storm Bertha as it moves northwest, remaining away from South Florida. Indirect impacts include passing showers on Monday morning, with scattered storms and heavy rain possible later. Miami is forecast to reach 93°F with heat indices over 105°F.
- Miami Police lieutenant suspended, relieved of duty after arrest for DUI
Miami Police Lieutenant Thomas Carroll was arrested for driving under the influence and has been suspended and relieved of duty pending an internal affairs investigation. He was previously relieved of duty in December 2024 after being arrested on a domestic violence charge.
- Hot This Week; Tracking Tropical Depression 2
South Florida is experiencing a 39-day heat streak with temperatures above 90°F, threatening a 2023 record. Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf of America with 30 MPH winds, posing a potential threat to the Florida Panhandle and a possible hurricane risk if it takes a southerly track toward Louisiana or Texas.
- What to know about the Tate brothers, social media influencers facing rape and trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, social media influencers, were arrested in Miami after U.K. prosecutors added rape and sex trafficking charges related to four new victims, increasing the total alleged U.K. victims to seven. The brothers, who deny wrongdoing, face extradition to the U.K. following charges spanning 2010-2017, including rape, assault, and trafficking offenses.
- Tropical Storm Fausto forms offshore far from Mexico’s Pacific coastline
Tropical Storm Fausto formed offshore far from Mexico’s Pacific coastline. The event was reported by the Associated Press from Miami.
- Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in U.S.
Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara, a Cuban dissident artist and musician, arrived in Miami after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country.
- Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami on rape and trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, dual U.S.-British citizen social media influencers, were arrested in Miami on rape and sex trafficking charges. U.K. prosecutors added charges related to four new victims, increasing the total alleged U.K. victims to seven. The brothers deny wrongdoing and face extradition proceedings to the U.K.
- Tate brothers fled Romania — and rape allegations — on a private jet. Now they’re in a Miami jail cell
Andrew and Tristan Tate, dual U.S. and British citizens, were arrested in Miami on Saturday as Britain seeks their extradition on rape and sex trafficking charges. The brothers were previously arrested in Romania in 2022 on similar allegations but were allowed to leave the country and later flew to Florida on a private jet. They face accusations of exploiting women between 2010 and 2017 and deny all allegations.
- US Marshals arrest the Tate brothers in Miami
US Marshals arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami on Saturday in connection with rape and sex trafficking charges in England. British authorities are seeking their extradition, with Andrew facing seven rape counts, three sex trafficking charges, and others, while Tristan faces two rape charges and three sex trafficking charges.
- Billionaires like Ken Griffin are moving to Miami—but middle-class earners can’t copy them and reap the same benefits, real estate experts say
Miami is attracting wealthy Americans like billionaire Ken Griffin due to tax benefits and luxury properties, but housing affordability is declining, making it difficult for middle-class families to move there. Florida received the most wealth from domestic migrants in 2023, with newcomers averaging $122,530 in annual income, while Miami's median home price is $652,110, requiring incomes of $160,000–$215,000 to afford.
- Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in US
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a Cuban artist and musician, arrived in the US after being released from a five-year prison sentence under the condition that he leave Cuba.
- Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in US
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a Cuban dissident artist and musician, arrived in Miami after being released from a five-year prison sentence under the condition that he leave Cuba. The article notes his arrival in the United States following his release.
- Tate brothers arrested in Miami on rape and sex trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate, controversial influencers, have been arrested in Miami on rape and sex trafficking charges. The brothers face serious criminal allegations related to sexual misconduct and trafficking.
- Influencer Andrew Tate and brother Tristan arrested in Miami
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested in Miami. They later appeared at the Bucharest Tribunal in Romania.
- Tate brothers arrested in Miami as UK adds rape, trafficking charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami, and the UK is seeking their extradition after adding charges of rape and trafficking.
- Tate Brothers Arrested in Miami As U.K. Authorities File Sex Crime Charges
Andrew and Tristian Tate, social media influencers known for promoting hyper-masculinity, were arrested in Miami as U.K. authorities filed sex crime charges. Investigations into sexual abuse allegations are ongoing.