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Miami Mayor Higgins’ Victory Caps Democratic Gains in 2025 Off‑Year Elections
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With final results showing Eileen Higgins defeating Emilio González 59.5% to 40.5% in Miami’s mayoral runoff, her historic win as the city’s first Democratic and first female mayor in nearly 30 years comes amid a broader pattern of Democratic gains in 2025 races, including gubernatorial contests in Virginia and New Jersey and statewide utility commission contests in Georgia.
Boxing champ Gervonta 'Tank' Davis is finally in cuffs after dodging authorities for weeks on domestic violence charges. The undefeated fighter was nabbed in Miami Gardens, stemming from a wild incident at a gentleman's club back in October. Sources say video backs up the accuser's story—talk about a knockout blow to his career.
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Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has officially opened its driverless robotaxi service to the public in Miami, marking its sixth U.S. market. The launch on January 22, 2026, covers key urban areas and highlights the company's lead over competitors like Tesla. Initial access is limited to about 10,000 pre-registered users via the Waymo app.
Detroit rapper Baby Smoove, real name Jaelin Deanta Parker, got pulled over in a flashy yellow Lamborghini in Miami late Wednesday night, leading to his arrest on multiple felony drug and weapon charges. Police reports detail a smoky scene with marijuana odor, a loaded gun, and a stash that screams 'intent to distribute.' He posted a quick $1,000 bond and was out by Friday.
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Eileen Higgins, a former Miami-Dade County commissioner, has been elected as Miami's first female mayor and the city's first Democratic mayor since the 1990s, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez by a wide margin in a runoff election. Her victory marks a significant political shift in the Hispanic-majority city and has drawn national attention as a test of voter sentiment on immigration, affordability and local governance.
A Miami social media influencer has been sentenced to prison for misusing over $600,000 in COVID-19 relief funds on cryptocurrency and luxury cars. Scott Lee Huss, known as JRyako online, pleaded guilty to wire fraud in the scheme. He received 27 months in federal prison on September 11.
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A large fire broke out at a home registered to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra early Thursday morning in Miami. No injuries were reported, but the structure suffered catastrophic damage. Firefighters responded quickly and contained the blaze without it spreading to neighboring properties.