Miami New Times

Established in 1987, Miami New Times has solidified its role as a vital part of South Florida's cultural landscape. We pride ourselves on delivering engaging stories that are often overlooked by larger media outlets, featuring in-depth looks at local arts and entertainment as well as bold investigations into Miami's vibrant political scene. Our website, miaminewtimes.com, attracts over 1 million active users each month, while our weekly print edition reaches an additional 100,000 readers. The annual Best of Miami issue is essential reading for both locals and tourists. Our popular Top 100 Restaurants and Top 100 Bars lists serve as essential guides for discovering the city’s lively food and drink culture. Additionally, we are known for providing trustworthy coverage of the growing cannabis sector in the area.

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Matt Gaetz's Texts Ruined His Wife's Pregnancy Announcement

1 day ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Aside from former congressman Matt Gaetz's text messages revealing his mother's thoughts about her son's recent criticism of President Donald Trump, they also happened to ruin his wife's pregnancy announcement and future gender reveal. Hours before Ginger Gaetz announced on social media that a baby was on the way, a video of the conservative TV host texting with his mother as he sat on an airplane quickly went viral on TikTok.
Former F1 Driver Eddie Irvine’s Miami Mansion Hits Market for $38M

2 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Former Formula 1 driver Eddie Irvine is selling a newly developed waterfront estate on Biscayne Island for a whopping $38 million. The retired motorsports driver, who now works as a spec home developer, purchased the lot at 1061 N Venetian Dr. for $5.1 million in 2020. The six-bedroom modern waterfront mansion, built in 2022, offers 100 feet of waterfront along with views of the bay and the Edgewater skyline. Of course, there's also access to a private dock to store your yacht.
Of Course, Miami Beach Discounts Parking When It Is Too Hot to Visit

3 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Beginning July 1, it will only cost you $1 per hour to park in Miami Beach. The city announced that the hourly parking rates will decrease for all of July and August to help boost the local economy during the slowest and hottest months of the year. The reduced rate will apply to municipal parking lots, garages, and on-street parking.
TikToker Catches Matt Gaetz Texting With His Mom About Trump

3 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Former congressman-turned-TV host Matt Gaetz's text messages are back in the national spotlight. This time, it's not about his alleged drug use and propensity for younger women. A viral TikTok video captures the consummate Florida Man sitting on an airplane, scrolling through a text message exchange with his mother.
Worst Cities for Bed Bugs? Here’s Where Miami Ranks in the U.S.

3 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Celia Almeida

As the summer travel season ramps up, you might be searching for your next escape from Miami's punishing heat and humidity. It's human nature to think the grass is greener elsewhere, so even as we plot our own departures, others are booking flights to sunny South Florida. Still, according to a recent survey, visitors have at least one reason to think twice before booking an Airbnb or hotel in our area.
Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Immigration Facility Will Apparently Open in July

4 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Alex DeLuca

Late last week, Florida's attorney general proposed a seemingly outlandish plan to build an immigration detention facility in the heart of the Florida Everglades to house and process suspected undocumented migrants. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier dubbed the facility, which they plan to build on the site of a mostly unused public airport, "Alligator Alcatraz.""If somebody were to get out, there's nowhere to run, nowhere to hide.
Miami Art Dealer Co-Conspirator Pleads Guilty in Warhol Forgery Scheme

4 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Miami art dealer Leslie Roberts' co-conspirator pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday for his role in the Andy Warhol forgery scheme. With the help of a Spanish interpreter, Carlos Miguel Rodriguez Melendez pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, telling prosecutors that Roberts paid him to pose as a "senior art appraisal authenticator" and vouch for the fake artwork.
Miami Developer Avra Jain Settles With Creditors Over $2.4M Judgment

4 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Naomi Feinstein

Avra Jain's former attorneys have settled with the prominent developer over the $2.4 million in court judgments she owed for her unsuccessful legal malpractice lawsuit. The case was officially dismissed in February, and the settlement terms are confidential. While recognized as a real estate visionary, Jain had been embroiled in a legal saga dating back to 2009.
Review: In Miami, Avril Lavigne Banked on Nostalgia at Hard Rock Live

5 days ago | miaminewtimes.com | Celia Almeida

click to enlarge Fender blender: Lavigne lit up when she strapped on her Strat. Photo by Celia Almeida Before Lavigne took the stage for her headlining set, pop-rockers Simple Plan deftly bridged the two-decade gap between who they were then — adolescents writing angsty songs about adolescent problems — and who they are now — middle-aged men singing those same songs to a new generation of teens with whom they still resonate.
Ukiah Ignites a Riverfront Revival in Fort Lauderdale

1 week ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jesse Scott

For years, the stretch of Fort Lauderdale's New River with an arched "Riverfront" sign overhead was best known for its ghosts — generally vacant storefronts and faded signage along SW First Avenue, where it meets West Las Olas Boulevard. Sitting pretty at 221 SW First Ave., Ukiah is the newest culinary power player in a rapidly transforming stretch now brimming with life.