Morgan C. Mullings | The Miami Times

The 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project awarded scholarships to 45 high school seniors at its 32nd annual event in Miami Beach. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized perseverance and honored Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in his keynote address.

Residents of West Coconut Grove are demanding action from the City of Miami for what they refer to as a "public health crisis" caused by toxic contamination left behind by an old waste facility.

Miami Carnival marked four decades with thousands of attendees and a colorful Parade of Bands.