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A Miami appeals court has thrown out a double-murder conviction against Gabriel Mobley (pictured center) who fatally shot two men and then invoked the Stand Your Ground law, the Miami Herald reports. SEE ALSO: James Avery: ‘Fresh Price’ Actor Dies At 68 During a February 2008 visit to a North Miami-Dade Chili’s, Mobley reportedly stepped outside […]

An artist named Meg Webster is showcasing “Food Stamp Table” at Miami’s Art Basel in the Paula Cooper Gallery and the minimalist art comments on…

UPDATED – Tuesday, November 26, 2013, 5:25 p.m. A member of Miami Gardens’ police department alleges that city and police department leaders instructed officers to profile based on race, according to CBS Miami. The unnamed officer also said that cops are pressured to meet quotas for stopping people. The CBS affiliate reports: The tenured officer, who […]

This Mother’s Day, Gloria Morrison (pictured right) received the most-precious gift of all from her very own son, Paul (pictured): a kidney, reports the Miami Herald. SEE ALSO: Watch Kid President’s Cute Mother’s Day Message Gloria was diagnosed with hypertension and acute kidney disease back in 2001, and two years ago, her condition got worse, with […]

Anna Pierre (pictured), who is one of eight candidates running for mayor of North Miami, claims that someone is hellbent on pushing her out of the race with voodoo, reports the Miami Herald. SEE ALSO: Two Men Tie the Knot In Africa’s ‘First Traditional Gay Wedding’ Pierre believes the signs of sorcery rituals originate from […]

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A man pumping gas at a station in Miami was doused with gasoline and set on fire Tuesday night, according to the Miami Herald. SEE ALSO: The Year Democrats Got Their Groove Back 44-year-old Darrell Brackett (pictured) sustained third-degree burns in the attack and is fighting for his life at a local hospital. Thursday afternoon, […]

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Sure, Miami is known for its exotic beaches, hot nightlife, and sizzling art scene, led by art show Art Basal, but it also has a thriving ethnic culinary scene. The city’s population is comprised of a rich tapestry of Jamaican, Haitian, and Cuban cultures. As a result, the city’s dining experiences are reflective of its […]

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When 39-year-old David Moore tried to kidnap a little boy playing in his yard in Overton, Fla., two months ago, his 7-year-old sister, A-nari Taylor (pictured), came to the rescue. SEE ALSO: The Root Honors 100 Black Achievers, Influencers On Tuesday, the Miami police department awarded the little crime fighter for her efforts at a ceremony. […]

Who said that boycotts and advertisers pulling out wouldn’t have any effect on Basketball Wives, Miami? Executive producer and Queen Bee, Shaunie O’Neal, said on the reunion show that the cast takes full responsibility for their actions and will do better going forward. She likened the show to a “mirror” and admitted that some of […]

A South Florida middle school student learned a hard lesson recently when his father forced him to wear an embarrassing sign and stand on a busy corner as punishment for receiving a report card filled with failing grades. SEE ALSO: Report: Paterno Fired For “Failure Of Leadership” Michael Bell Jr. stood for several hours on […]

In cities all across the country, there are a number of special events scheduled during this year’s observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. RELATED: How To Talk With Your Kids About Dr. King’s Death Of course, you can attend a local parade today. However, there are also concerts, special movie screenings, prayer services and […]

MIAMI-Luis Gonzalez a 50-year-old man from Hialeah, Florida has been charged with a hate crime and attempted murder after police determined he was lying after he told them he was shot in the head in an attempted robbery. Police found out that there was no attempted robbery and that Gonzalez was shot after trying to […]