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Miami news headlines: Famed Argentine bar opens in Wynwood

3 days ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

The interior of the Presidente Bar Miami. Courtesy of Presidente Barğ¦ğ· Argentina's Presidente Bar has opened its first U.S. location in Wynwood after its Buenos Aires flagship was named of the World's Best Bars in 2021. (Miami Herald)ğ Tropical Storm Andrea was the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season but forecasters say it will remain in the ocean.
It's gettin' hot in here

5 days ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Data: Climate Central; Chart: Axios VisualsSummer evenings are getting warmer across much of the U.S. —especially in Nevada and other parts of the Southwest — amid climate change, a new analysis shows. Why it matters: Higher overnight temperatures can have health consequences for vulnerable groups, as well as increase demand for air conditioning. That, in turn, can strain electrical grids and increase energy demand, fueling a vicious cycle with more greenhouse gas emissions.
Cafecito: Inter Miami goes for history, again

5 days ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Inter Miami CF celebrates with teammates during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 against FC Porto. Photo: Alex Grimm/Getty Imagesâ½ Inter Miami plays Brazil's Palmeiras tonight, hoping to become the first MLS team to qualify for the Club World Cup's knockout stages. (MLS)Last week, the team became the first MLS team to beat a European team in the tournament after beating FC Porto.
Despite community opposition, city of Miami enters police agreement with ICE

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal

Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Photo: Joe Sohm/Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesCity of Miami commissioners on Tuesday approved a measure that will allow its police department to enforce federal immigration laws — despite hundreds of residents speaking in opposition to the agreement. The commission voted 3-2, with Commissioners Joe Carollo, Miguel Gabela and Ralph Rosado voted in favor of the measure and Chair Christine King and Damian Pardo voting no.
South Florida sports buzz: Stanley Cup repeat quest, Durant-to-Miami rumors

1 week ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Florida Panthers fans are amped up. Photo: Leila Devlin/Getty ImagesThe South Florida sports world is buzzing this week with Stanley Cup fever, the FIFA Club World Cup and Heat trade rumors. Let's break down the latest ğ The Florida Panthers can win their second straight Stanley Cup tonight with a victory against the Oilers in Game 6 of the finals. 8pm at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise. ğº TNT, Tru TV or HBO Max.
Sardinia Italian closes after nearly 20 years

1 week ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/AxiosπAll'Antico Vinaio, a viral sandwich shop from Florence, is set to open two locations: one in Brickell and one on Lincoln Road. (Miami New Times)β The Key Biscayne Village Council approved a 10% increase in stormwater fees for property owners on the island. (Key Biscayne Independent)π Sardinia Italian, the popular Italian restaurant in Sunset Harbour, closed over the weekend after nearly 20 years. (Instagram)Subscribe for more Axios Miami in your inbox.
Nando Chang of Itamae Ao wins James Beard Award one year after his sister

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal

Nando Chang of Itamae AO with his award. Photo: AxiosNando Chang of Itamae AO in Midtown won the Best Chef: South category in the James Beard Awards last night — just one year after his sister, Valerie, won the same award. ViceVersa in Downtown fell short in the Best New Bar category. Why it matters: The James Beard Awards are the Grammys of the food and beverage world. The big picture: Chang's win solidifies Miami as a foodie city with restaurants and talent worth celebrating.
Panthers one win away from back-to-back Stanley Cup championships

1 week ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Brad Marchand of the Florida Panthers scores a goal in Game 5 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final. Photo: Jeff Vinnick/Getty Imagesğ The Panthers are one win away from their second consecutive Stanley Cup championship after winning Game 5 of the finals Saturday night. (NHL.com)Florida, up 3-2 in the series against Edmonton, returns to Sunrise for Game 6 at 8pm tomorrow.
Immigration advocacy groups push back on possible city of Miami ICE partnership

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal

Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios; Photo: Joe Sohm/Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesThe City of Miami is expected to decide Tuesday whether to allow its police department to partner with federal immigration authorities and empower them to enforce federal immigration laws. It would be the latest in a growing list of municipalities in the county to do so, following Doral, Miami Springs, Coral Gables, Homestead and others.
ICE to secure FIFA event: Legal proof required

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Martin Vassolo |Sommer Brugal

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (left) and Miami Mayor Francis Suarez. Photos: Joe Raedle/Getty Images; Mario Tama/Getty Imagesğ Miami Commissioner Damian Pardo is pushing ahead with a proposal to move the city's upcoming November elections to 2026, despite an opinion from Florida's attorney general that such a change would require a voter referendum. (Miami Herald)Pardo's proposal would give the term-limited Mayor Francis Suarez and other officials an extra year in office.