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• 9/11 Victims, Families Await Hearing in Guantanamo Bay

  15-02-2016 23:48 via nbcmiami.com
  
  The men charged in the 9/11 terror attacks are set to face a military judge Tuesday in Guantanamo Bay Cuba at a hearing that is just the latest in what has been an incredibly slow and painful process for...Photo Credit: NBC6.com
  
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• Garbage truck crashes, falls off I-95 near SW Seventh Street and Brickell

  15-02-2016 23:47
  
  I-95 ramp to the Southwest Seventh Street/Brickell Avenue exit was shut downTruck landed in parking lot at Jose Marti Park in Little HavanaDriver taken to Ryder Trauma Center — no other injuries reported … Click to Continue »
  
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• Garbage truck crashes, falls off I-95 and into Jose Marti Park

  15-02-2016 23:47
  
  Garbage truck plunged from I-95 over the Miami River into Jose Martí ParkDriver survived and was taken to Ryder Trauma CenterNormally busy park was quiet on a holiday — no other injuries reported … Click to Continue »
  
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• Truck Drives Off Highway Ramp in Miami-Dade

  15-02-2016 23:44 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Authorities responded after a garbage truck drove off an exit ramp on Interstate 95 in Miami-Dade Monday.Photo Credit: NBC6.com
  
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• Deadly airstrikes hit hospitals, school in northern Syria

  15-02-2016 23:43
  
  Airstrikes blamed on Russia hit at least two hospitals and a school in northern Syria on Monday, killing and wounding dozens of civilians and further dimming hopes for a temporary truce, as government troops backed by Russian warplanes pressed a major offensive north of Aleppo.
  
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• New Case of Zika Virus Confirmed in South Florida

  15-02-2016 23:39 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Another case of the Zika virus has been confirmed in Broward County. The total number of confirmed cases in Florida, all travel-related, is now at 21.Photo Credit: AP
  
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• Five people were hurt early Sunday morning when a car veered off a Fort Lauderdale street and onto a sidewalk local10.com/news/car-slams…

  15-02-2016 23:00 via twitter.com
  Five people were hurt early Sunday morning when a car veered off a Fort Lauderdale street and onto a sidewalk local10.com/news/car-slams…
  
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• Families, FHP Want Info on Unsolved Hit and Runs

  15-02-2016 22:45 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Family members who have lost loved ones teamed up with the Florida Highway Patrol Monday to kick-start an initiative to get people to speak up about unsolved hit and runs.
  
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• It's dreary and breezy on this Presidents day evening. A "shower-on-the-breeze is possible." https://t.co/m2hZJRYsVO

  15-02-2016 22:33 via twitter.com
  
  It's dreary and breezy on this Presidents day evening.A "shower-on-the-breeze is possible." https://t.co/m2hZJRYsVO
  
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• Teen Killed, Another Injured in Shooting in NW Miami-Dade

  15-02-2016 21:43 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Police are investigating after one teen was killed and another injured in a shooting in northwest Miami-Dade.Photo Credit: Getty Images
  
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• Opponents launch campaign against Miami Beach Convention Center hotel

  15-02-2016 21:41
  
  Detractors say the proposed hotel is too big and will worsen trafficLease of public land requires 60 percent voter approvalThe Miami Beach vote is scheduled for March 15 … Click to Continue »
  
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• Company just finds out man has been skipping work for 6 years! bit.ly/1okllF3?utm_me… https://t.co/1u2vNW0Yw0

  15-02-2016 21:35 via twitter.com
  
  Company just finds out man has been skipping work for 6 years! bit.ly/1okllF3?utm_me… https://t.co/1u2vNW0Yw0
  
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• Florida voters prepare for upcoming presidential primary

  15-02-2016 21:34
  
  The Florida primary is a month away and the elections department is making some changes to help make the process go smoother.
  
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• Traffic Watch: Lane restrictions, closures on SR 826 and 836, I-75 and 95

  15-02-2016 21:24
  
  On Palmetto Expressway, all southbound lanes will be closed nights between Northwest 154th and 122nd street … Click to Continue »
  
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• Police search for missing Margate teen

  15-02-2016 20:39
  
  Police are searching for a missing teen from Margate. Sixteen-year-old Ezion Lewis was last seen around 1 a.m., Monday.
  
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• Report: Ross says that Gase has 3 years to win... bit.ly/1SPQZHr https://t.co/fjgUAHIOBv

  15-02-2016 20:33 via twitter.com
  
  Report:Ross says that Gase has 3 years to win... bit.ly/1SPQZHr https://t.co/fjgUAHIOBv
  
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• Pope slams exploitation of Mexican Indians: 'We need you'

  15-02-2016 20:19
  
  Pope Francis denounced the centuries-old exploitation and social exclusion of Mexico's Indians on Monday, saying the world should instead learn from their culture and appreciation of nature.
  
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• Skiing in South Florida becomes reality with ski simulator

  15-02-2016 20:06
  
  A Plantation ski school has is giving locals the chance to ski without having to hit the slopes.
  
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• MOVING UP! The #Canes rise in the polls again... bit.ly/1SPQInL https://t.co/Mq2N5Rtnqh

  15-02-2016 19:53 via twitter.com
  
  MOVING UP!The #Canes rise in the polls again... bit.ly/1SPQInL https://t.co/Mq2N5Rtnqh
  
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• The new AP poll is out --- the #Canes have moved up to No. 11 from No. 12

  15-02-2016 19:40 via twitter.com
  The new AP poll is out --- the #Canes have moved up to No. 11 from No. 12
  
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• 5-year-old Miramar boy struck and killed by fleeing driver

  15-02-2016 19:32
  
  A 5-year-old Miramar boy is dead after being struck by a car driven by a man who was fleeing police, Saturday, in Lantana.
  
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• FHP develops campaign to reduce hit and run accidents

  15-02-2016 19:31
  
  Florida Highway Patrol is developing a campaign to try to reduce the number of hit and run crashes happening in South Florida.
  
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• Florida approves Humana sale to Aetna, no divestiture of enrollees

  15-02-2016 19:23
  
  Conditions of sale include fair treatment of people with HIVSale gives Aetna big stake in Florida Medicare Advantage marketTransaction combines two of nation’s top health insurers … Click to Continue »
  
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• UN Syria envoy arrives in Damascus for talks

  15-02-2016 19:20
  
  The head of the U.N. children's agency says he is "appalled" at reports of attacks on four medical facilities in Syria -- two supported by UNICEF.
  
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• #Comcast suffering massive cable and Internet outages throughout S. Fla. and US bit.ly/1ohlVD8?utm_me… https://t.co/08SNWJ1R0U

  15-02-2016 19:18 via twitter.com
  
  #Comcast suffering massive cable and Internet outages throughout S. Fla. and US bit.ly/1ohlVD8?utm_me… https://t.co/08SNWJ1R0U
  
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• Comcast customers experience nationwide outage

  15-02-2016 19:01
  
  Comcast is reporting a nationwide disruption in service, including South Florida, Monday.
  
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• Ethics commission dismisses complaint against Miami Springs mayor, officials

  15-02-2016 18:48
  
  Miami Springs spent $2,900 to combat ‘inflammatory’ flyer that supported mayoral challengerOfficials said they were not influenced to produce flyers by mayor, councilCity Manager warned by ethics commission to avoid this type of ad campaign in the future … Click to Continue »
  
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• Report: #Heat discussing trade for Dwight Howard with #Rockets bit.ly/1Ssr4Fc?utm_me… https://t.co/YSyGBCAtGd

  15-02-2016 18:24 via twitter.com
  
  Report: #Heat discussing trade for Dwight Howard with #Rockets bit.ly/1Ssr4Fc?utm_me… https://t.co/YSyGBCAtGd
  
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• Woman Claims She Was Abducted, Left in Hialeah

  15-02-2016 18:22 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Authorities are investigating a woman's claims that she was abducted in Palm Beach County and left on the side of the road in Hialeah.
  
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• Final Day of the Coconut Grove Arts Festival

  15-02-2016 18:18 via nbcmiami.com
  
  The streets of Coconut Grove will be lined with art, food and entertainment for one final day Monday for the 53rd annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival.
  
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• Liberty City farmer’s market opens

  15-02-2016 18:16
  
  The farmer’s market has opened at the Haile Selassie Community Center at 6301 NW Sixth Ave. … Click to Continue »
  
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• Bicyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Ft. Lauderdale

  15-02-2016 18:12 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Fort Lauderdale Police are looking for a car that they believe was connected to a hit-and-run crash that left a bicyclist dead last week.Photo Credit: Fort Lauderdale Police
  
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• Hearings attempt to solve mysteries of El Faro sinking

  15-02-2016 18:06
  
  A series of U.S. Coast Guard hearings starting Tuesday will seek answers about why the 790-foot freighter El Faro sank near the Bahamas last fall, killing all 33 crew members in the worst U.S. commercial maritime disaster in decades.
  
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• Consumer Reports: Getting Tax Money Back From Uncle Sam

  15-02-2016 18:02 via nbcmiami.com
  
  For many Americans struggling to make ends meet, tax time can be especially stressful. Consumer Reports has some important advice about a tax credit that often goes unclaimed but could help those who need...
  
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• Where’s the beef? Burger Beast Museum to open at Magic City Casino

  15-02-2016 17:57
  
  Sef Gonzalez will soon open the Burger Beast Museum at Magic City Casino in MiamiArtifacts include old Burger King signs, employee uniforms to be displayed on mannequins, trays, cups and moreGonzalez has launched an Indiegogo funding campaign, which has a goal of $50,000 … Click to Continue »
  
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• Fla. woman arrested, accused of beating husband after finding #sex toy for him, not her bit.ly/1Qh4sY1?utm_me… https://t.co/M9U6L2mlZr

  15-02-2016 17:51 via twitter.com
  
  Fla. woman arrested, accused of beating husband after finding #sex toy for him, not her bit.ly/1Qh4sY1?utm_me… https://t.co/M9U6L2mlZr
  
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• Pope celebrates indigenous in Chiapas as Catholics dwindle

  15-02-2016 17:49
  
  Pope Francis is celebrating Mexico's Indians on Monday with a visit to Chiapas state, a center of indigenous culture, where he will preside over a Mass in three native languages thanks to a new Vatican decree approving...
  
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• Windy day across South Florida. @TrentAricTV has your forecast at noon. https://t.co/Y5BFmLGZTT

  15-02-2016 17:17 via twitter.com
  
  Windy day across South Florida. @TrentAricTV has your forecast at noon. https://t.co/Y5BFmLGZTT
  
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• QUIZ: It's #PresidentsDay! How well do you know your U.S. Presidents? bit.ly/1Ssh7Yv?utm_me… https://t.co/P6F7fOJeV9

  15-02-2016 17:17 via twitter.com
  
  QUIZ: It's #PresidentsDay!How well do you know your U.S. Presidents? bit.ly/1Ssh7Yv?utm_me… https://t.co/P6F7fOJeV9
  
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• Lawmaker: Get wives permission before using #Viagra bit.ly/1ojnhOj?utm_me… https://t.co/yCNfNyMhB0

  15-02-2016 16:06 via twitter.com
  
  Lawmaker: Get wives permission before using #Viagra bit.ly/1ojnhOj?utm_me… https://t.co/yCNfNyMhB0
  
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• Video: Lotus House expansion will fill the needs of homeless women and children

  15-02-2016 15:51
  
  Miami Herald reporter David Smiley explains Lotus House's expansion and the impact it will have on homeless women and children. … Click to Continue »
  
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• South Florida voting officials prepare for upcoming elections

  15-02-2016 15:39
  
  The Florida primary is a month away and as voters prepare to head to the polls, the elections department is also doing some planning of its own.
  
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• Israel's Olmert becomes first Israeli PM to go to prison

  15-02-2016 15:15
  
  Israel's former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert started serving a 19-month prison sentence for bribery and obstruction of justice on Monday, becoming the first Israeli premier to be imprisoned and capping a years-long legal saga that forced him to resign in 2009 amid the last serious round of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
  
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• SAFEST TIME TO FLY? Airlines accidents have dropped to their lowest in five years. bit.ly/1LpAkCj

  15-02-2016 15:06 via twitter.com
  SAFEST TIME TO FLY? Airlines accidents have dropped to their lowest in five years. bit.ly/1LpAkCj
  
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• Margate Youth Reported Missing, Endangered: Cops

  15-02-2016 14:32 via nbcmiami.com
  
  Margate Police are searching for a young man who is believed to be endangered.Photo Credit: Margate Police
  
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• Voter Registration Event at FIU

  15-02-2016 13:48 via nbcmiami.com
  
  With the Florida presidential primary just under a month away, Florida International University is doing their part to help people get registered to vote.Photo Credit: Getty Images
  
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• Crash on I-95 NB Express Lanes ann SR-112 #TRAFFIC #MIAMI https://t.co/JInqnhh8sL

  15-02-2016 13:31 via twitter.com
  
  Crash on I-95 NB Express Lanes ann SR-112 #TRAFFIC #MIAMI https://t.co/JInqnhh8sL
  
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• Gas prices drop lower, still below $2

  15-02-2016 13:27
  
  Miami had a Sunday average of $1.86National average fell to $1.69Gas prices have fallen steadily for 40 of the past 45 days… Click to Continue »
  
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• Crash on Flagler St at Palmetto Expy #TRAFFIC #MIAMI

  15-02-2016 13:27 via twitter.com
  Crash on Flagler St at Palmetto Expy #TRAFFIC #MIAMI
  
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• TRAFFIC ALERT-- STILL CLOSED southbound at SW 216th St due to police involved crash #TRAFFIC #MIAMI

  15-02-2016 13:15 via twitter.com
  TRAFFIC ALERT-- STILL CLOSED southbound at SW 216th St due to police involved crash #TRAFFIC #MIAMI
  
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