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At 36 years-old, Alex Briceno is an up and coming real estate wheeler dealer in Miami. He was once a star student and track star, in Venezuela. That was before, he says, the Hugo Chavez regime forced him to run for his life.
Venezuelan Vice-President Nicolas Maduro announced Tuesday that President Hugo Chavez passed away at the age of 58. He leaves behind a country he built through charisma and populist rhetoric along with an anti-American message.
When Raul Castro accepted a five-year, and final term as Cuba's president Sunday, he reached out to a young, obscure politician, appearing to select him as his heir-apparent.
Cuban President Raul Castro has announced that this will be his last 5-year term as president.
The island nation of Cuba may be without a Castro for the first time in decades soon after Cuban President Raul Castro unexpectedly mentioned in a speech Friday that he is old and has a right to retire.
A blogger who has been a harsh critic of the Castro regime in Cuba left the island on Sunday.
On Monday, Cuba dropped requirements for a government exit visa to leave the island..
For the first time since rumors surfaced last week that Fidel Castro's health had taken a turn for the worse and he was near death, the former Cuban leader has appeared in public.
There are new reports that Fidel Castro's health is failing. According to a Venezuela doctor, the former Cuban leader has suffered a serious "embolic" stroke.
In the wake of rumors about his failing health, the Cuban government-run newspaper Granma has published a letter by former leader Fidel Castro.
Cuba will scrap broad travel restrictions starting in January, easing most Cubans' exit and return, state media said on Tuesday in the communist island's first major immigration reform in half a century.
Just hours after Cuba's best-known blogger was arrested, Yoani Sanchez was released. The Cuban government's goal? Stop Sanchez from causing "a media show to harm the proper conduct" of the trial involving Cuban dissident Oswaldo Paya.
Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan courted Cuban-Americans in Little Havana on Saturday morning.
Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro turns 86 years old Monday, out of the public eye.
Fidel Castro has issued a lot of orders in his time as Cuban leader and now, retired dictator, but did he really tell a California man to hijack a helicopter for him? That's the claim made to deputies following an attempted hijacking in Yuba, California.
Ozzie Guillen made a victorious return to the dugout Tuesday night, when pitchers Josh Johnson and Heath Bell snapped out of early-season slumps to help the Miami Marlins beat the Chicago Cubs 5-2.
The reeling Miami Marlins faced the Houston Astros in Marlins Park for the first time since manager Ozzie Guillen was suspended for his comments on Cuban dictator Fidel Castro.
The Cuban exile group Vigilia Mambisa has spent the morning protesting outside the new Marlins Park in Little Havana over the controversial comments about Fidel Castro made by manager Ozzie Guillen.
A humbled Ozzie Guillen met the press at Marlins Park Tuesday morning to try to atone for the damage he did when he praised Cuban dictator Fidel Castro. Guillen blamed the controversy on a misinterpretation from Spanish to English, but took full blame for the controversy.
Ozzie Guillen was suspended five games by the Miami Marlins in advance of a news conference Tuesday, April 10, 2012, where he explained his controversial comments about Fidel Castro, words that have set off protests in the Cuban exile community in Miami.
The Panthers are in the playoffs, the Heat try to keep rolling towards the playoffs, the Marlins are showing signs of life, and I finally weigh in on the Ozzie Guillen/Castro comments.
Miami Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen will fly back to Miami Tuesday to apologize for a second time regarding his controversial comments about Fidel Castro.
Pope Benedict XVI headed back to Vatican City after a three-day trip to Cuba.
Pilgrims from South Florida and Cuba's faithful gathered at Old Havana's historic cathedral as Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski celebrated mass alongside members of the Cuban clergy.
A sister of Cuban leaders Fidel and Raul Castro died at a clinic in Havana following a long illness.
The debate over where to build Miami-Dade County's new trash incinerator has taken a surprising turn.
As South Florida home prices and costs of living soar, many families are choosing to rent instead of buying.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
The South Florida law enforcement community is mourning the loss of two veteran Palm Beach County deputies who were killed in a tragic crash on Thursday morning, with a third deputy remaining in critical condition.
The debate over where to build Miami-Dade County's new trash incinerator has taken a surprising turn.
As South Florida home prices and costs of living soar, many families are choosing to rent instead of buying.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, is Donald Trump's new pick to serve as U.S. attorney general.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Brittany Brave knows one thing for certain: When she takes the stage, a Miami joke is inevitable.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.