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Miami-Dade County - Florida Press Releases

142 Press Releases
  • Published on July 29, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Miami-Dade County brings Safety in the Sand awareness

    Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces (PROS) announces its launch of the Safety in the Sand campaign, a countywide initiative aimed at promoting beach sand safety and reducing the risk of sand-related accidents at Miami-Dade County beaches. …

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  • Published on July 25, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    2025 Summer Reading Challenge

    Take the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s 2025 Summer Reading Challenge and color your summer with stories. Thanks to the amazing response, the challenge has been extended through Saturday, August 9. Whether you’ve already started and need some extra …

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  • Published on July 25, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    A Split-Second Decision and a Life Saved by an MDSO Lieutenant

    Just 30 minutes into his overnight shift on April 8, 2025, Lieutenant Carlos Suarez heard the call come through: A car had crashed through a guardrail and landed in a canal near Southwest Eighth Street and 147th Avenue. He was close—close enough to see …

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  • Published on July 22, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Miami-Dade County ranks 5th in the 2025 Digital Counties Survey

    Miami-Dade County has been ranked 5th in the 2025 Digital Counties Survey conducted by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and Government Technology magazine, in partnership with the National Association of Counties (NACo). The County advanced four …

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  • Published on July 14, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Collect rainwater to help your yard flourish

    Learn how to harvest rainwater during a free, hourlong virtual workshop. You'll learn how to collect free, non-chlorinated water which you can use to water your garden. For your safety and everyone else’s, please remember to wear a face mask and …

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  • Published on July 8, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    State preempts several business licenses issued by RER

    Effective July 1, the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER), Consumer Protection and Neighborhood Protection Division, is no longer issuing licenses for these occupations and businesses, in accordance with Section 163.211 of Florida …

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    File a consumer complaint

    Anyone who has a dispute with a business in Miami-Dade County can file a consumer complaint. The Consumer Protection Division will mediate the complaint for you and determine if a resolution can be worked out for both sides.  Learn how to file a complaint

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  • Published on June 27, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Microsoft Copilot Chat launches for County employees

    Miami-Dade County is excited to launch Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, a new AI-powered assistant available for County employees. Designed to enhance productivity, spark creativity and support continuous learning, this County-approved solution is now live and …

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  • Published on June 23, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Potholepalooza: Join the effort to keep our roads safe

    In 2023, DTPW created Potholepalooza, an innovative program designed to raise awareness and encourage community involvement in identifying and repairing potholes throughout Miami-Dade County. The program relied on the help of community residents reporting …

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  • Published on June 20, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Sergeant with MDSO’s Agricultural & Environmental Crimes Section at Forefront of Protecting Vast Farmlands

    By day, Miami’s agricultural district stretches like a sunlit tapestry—68,000 acres of fertile land where avocados, mangoes and other crops ripen in the heat. But when night falls, this rural expanse becomes a shadowy hunting ground. Under cover of …

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  • Published on June 9, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Inside the Day That Nearly Took a Deputy's Life & the Long Road to Recovery

    On the morning of January 8, 2025, a Wednesday, the assignment for the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) Motors Unit was straightforward: meet the Penn State Nittany Lions football team at the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura and escort …

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  • Published on June 6, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Miami-Dade Parks kicks off Great Outdoors Month

    Miami-Dade County is celebrating National Great Outdoors Month this June by inviting residents and visitors to step outside and experience the beauty of nature throughout our vibrant park system. With more than 300 parks and a network of scenic marinas, …

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  • Published on May 16, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Learn the importance of a Building Permit

    Building permits ensure that construction work meets safety standards, keeping you and your loved ones or clients safe in your home or business. Unpermitted work can lead to dangerous situations, costly repairs, and fines. When starting a project, it’s …

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  • Published on May 5, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    NW 79th Street CRA 5-Year Plan Approved

    The NW 79th Street CRA 5-Year Action Plan is officially approved. This marks the outcome of a year of listening, planning, and collaborating with the community. It's about moving forward with purpose and strategy, guided by local voices every step of …

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  • Published on April 21, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    WASD launches new, AI-enhanced telephone system

    The Water and Sewer Department (WASD) is committed to providing excellent customer service while delivering high-quality drinking water to 2.8 million customers. Our WASD Customer Care Call Center handles approximately 400,000 calls a year, so it’s vital …

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  • Published on April 7, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Rush hour relief on the 836

    Riders can travel directly from the Dolphin Station Park & Ride lot to Downtown Miami on the new 836 Express Bus. Weekday morning peak hour service is provided every 10 minutes from 6 - 9:30 a.m. Weekday afternoon peak hour service is provided every 10 …

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  • Published on April 4, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Miami-Dade County is hiring

    Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, the Miami-Dade County People and Internal Operations Department and CareerSource South Florida invite you to attend the Mayor's Career & Job Fair, a series of events taking place across the County. We welcome all job …

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  • Published on March 31, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Causeway toll plazas & payment plans now under DTPW

    The toll plazas on the Rickenbacker and Venetian Causeways are now operated by DTPW. A variety of payment systems and plans are available for both, including those designed specifically for: Residents Property-Owners Commuters Schools/students All annual …

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  • Published on March 31, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    It's easy to retrieve lost items on Transit

    Misplacing a valuable item is never pleasant. If you lose an item while riding Miami-Dade Transit, the quickest and most convenient way is to report it online. You will receive a confirmation with a case number once you submit the form. You will be …

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  • Published on March 24, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

    Choose the way to vote that works for you

    With two major elections within the next few months, now is a good time to learn the three ways voters in Miami-Dade can vote. Some voters like going through the ballot on their own time in the comfort of their own home and voting by mail. Others prefer …

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