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Cuban woman sentenced in Miami for deadly migrant smuggling operation
Cuban woman sentenced in Miami for deadly migrant smuggling operation A Cuban woman was sentenced to seven and a half years in federal prison in Miami for her role in a smuggling operation that led to the deaths of 16 migrants. Yaquelin Dominguez-Nieves, 25, helped organize a deadly boat trip from Cuba to Florida in November 2024, during which an overloaded vessel sank in the Florida Straits. Court records revealed she collected over $11,000 from relatives of the victims under the control of an abusive partner who orchestrated the journey. She pleaded guilty to smuggling-related charges earlier this year. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Small plane crashes near Boca Raton intersection, three feared dead
Small plane crashes near Boca Raton intersection, three feared dead A small plane crashed near a busy intersection in Boca Raton, Florida, on Friday morning, leaving at least three people feared dead. The Cessna 310 had just departed from Boca Raton Airport en route to Tallahassee when it went down around 10:20 a.m., striking a car and crashing near the railroad tracks by Military Trail and Glades Road. The impact caused a fireball and heavy smoke, prompting major emergency response and traffic disruptions. Tri-Rail service between Deerfield Beach and Boca Raton was suspended, with a bus bridge set up due to the crash’s proximity to the tracks. Authorities are still investigating and have not yet confirmed the identities of those on board. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes dies at 80 after lifetime of public service
Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes dies at 80 after lifetime of public service Miami City Commissioner Manolo Reyes, known for his decades-long dedication to public service and community advocacy, has died at age 80. He overcame numerous political defeats before being elected in 2017 and was remembered for his integrity, perseverance, and love for his city. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Fire breaks out at scrap metal facility in northwest Miami-Dade
Fire breaks out at scrap metal facility in northwest Miami-Dade A large fire broke out at a scrap metal facility in northwest Miami-Dade on Thursday, sending thick smoke into the air. Over 45 fire units responded, and officials are still investigating the cause. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
FBI raids Coconut Grove gallery amid ongoing art fraud probe
FBI raids Coconut Grove gallery amid ongoing art fraud probe On April 9, 2025, the FBI raided Miami Fine Art Gallery in Coconut Grove, owned by Leslie Roberts, who has a long history of art fraud. The raid follows a lawsuit by Richard and Matthew Perlman, who claim Roberts sold them fake Warhol artworks and staged a fake appraisal with imposters posing as auction house employees. Roberts has previously served prison time for similar schemes involving forged art and remains under investigation, with multiple lawsuits pending. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Tyreek Hill under investigation after domestic dispute in Sunny Isles Beach
Tyreek Hill under investigation after domestic dispute in Sunny Isles Beach Tyreek Hill is under investigation after police responded to a domestic dispute at his Sunny Isles Beach condo. No arrests were made, but the incident adds to a growing list of off-field controversies for the Dolphins star. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Venezuelan community in Doral confronts uncertainty after federal protections end
Venezuelan community in Doral confronts uncertainty after federal protections end In Doral, Florida—home to the largest Venezuelan community in the U.S.—residents are facing deep uncertainty after the federal government ended key immigration programs that had allowed hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans to live and work legally. With legal protections now in jeopardy and court challenges underway, many fear being forced into undocumented status or returning to a country still plagued by crisis. The move has sparked concern across the city, where Venezuelan culture, businesses, and families are an essential part of daily life. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read
Five Miami Billionaires Rank Among World’s Wealthiest in 2025
Five Miami Billionaires Rank Among World’s Wealthiest in 2025 Five Miami-based billionaires have secured spots on Forbes' 2025 list of the world’s 400 richest people, highlighting the city’s growing influence among global elites. Jeff Bezos leads the group with a $215 billion fortune, followed by hedge fund titan Ken Griffin, private equity leaders Josh Harris and Orlando Bravo, and Carnival and Miami Heat mogul Micky Arison. Their combined wealth reflects Miami’s evolution into a powerhouse for finance, tech, and luxury living. ONLYinDADE Team | 3 mins read