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Coral Gables special election on voting dates divides city

The city could align local voting with federal and state elections.

Election

A proposal to move city elections from April to November has divided <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Coral Gables" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/11/coral-gables-city-hall-full-restoration" data-vars-content-id="274cf6db-9926-4fbf-9772-360ff7a6f876" data-vars-headline="Coral Gables special election on voting dates divides city" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/11/coral-gables-city-hall-full-restoration" target="_self">Coral Gables</a>&#x27; elected officials and residents.Why it matters: If approved, the ballot measure would change the city&#x27;s charter to align local voting with federal and state elections — a move supporters say would boost turnout, while opponents argue it would cause local issues to be overshadowed.

South Florida skywatchers may be able to see NASA's Artemis II blast off to the moon

Here's how to catch the moonshot from Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Aerospace

It&#x27;s almost time for NASA&#x27;s moon flight to lift off — and here in South Florida, you may be able to see it from your backyard.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Artemis II" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/03/31/artemis-ii-is-ready-for-takeoff-weather-permitting" data-vars-content-id="15711561-9c38-4cea-ba05-1adb31e4d0a8" data-vars-headline="South Florida skywatchers may be able to see NASA&#x27;s Artemis II blast off to the moon" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/03/31/artemis-ii-is-ready-for-takeoff-weather-permitting" target="_self">Artemis II</a>, set to carry four astronauts around the moon on a 10-day mission, marks the first time humans will travel around the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972.

Trump reveals first look at his downtown Miami presidential library

Trump's presidential library design features statues, planes and golden escalators.

News

President Trump&#x27;s foundation released the first images of his planned downtown Miami presidential library this week, depicting a skyscraper that includes a presidential plane and multiple golden statues of Trump.Why it matters: The renderings offer a look at a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/15/trump-presidential-library-lawsuit-judge-miami" data-vars-content-id="f47ed0d7-3189-46ed-8b19-6b0db752d5ee" data-vars-headline="Trump reveals first look at his downtown Miami presidential library" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/15/trump-presidential-library-lawsuit-judge-miami" target="_self">project</a> that would be Florida&#x27;s first presidential library and a dramatic addition to Miami&#x27;s skyline.

South Florida "flying car" manufacturer debuts latest concept

A South Florida EVTOL manufacturer debuted its latest concept last week.

Doroni Aerospace, the Dania Beach company developing a line of luxury personal <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="EVTOL" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/19/air-taxi-florida-evtol-miami" data-vars-content-id="2eba763b-bfc7-4531-9b88-7cfb097a2338" data-vars-headline="South Florida &quot;flying car&quot; manufacturer debuts latest concept" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/19/air-taxi-florida-evtol-miami" target="_self">EVTOL</a> aircrafts, debuted its newest concept last week at an event attended by local elected officials and an advisor to Gov. DeSantis.

What Inter Miami fans should know ahead of stadium opener

The stadium hosted its first training session Thursday but construction is ongoing.

Sports

Inter Miami fans celebrating the opening of the club&#x27;s new soccer stadium Saturday should expect to navigate ongoing construction, traffic delays and public transit logistics.Why it matters: The opening of Nu Stadium is a long time coming for a club that has played in Fort Lauderdale since 2020 and now has a permanent home in Miami on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="leased public land" data-vars-click-url="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/miami-freedom-park-location-photos-and-opening-timeline-21214023/" data-vars-content-id="17c2d6a9-7e3d-421e-bb96-d1fb930aa929" data-vars-headline="What Inter Miami fans should know ahead of stadium opener" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/miami-freedom-park-location-photos-and-opening-timeline-21214023/" target="_blank">leased public land</a> near Miami International Airport.

A casual fan's guide to the 2026 Marlins season

Miami begins the season with a new manager and a lot of young players to coach up.

The Marlins begin the 2026 season with a new manager as they work to develop a collection of young talent.Why it matters: The Marlins tend to lurk near the bottom of the NL East only to periodically — usually, unexpectedly — emerge as a contender. <ul><li>That happening this year would likely require breakout performances from some of Miami&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="collection of 20-somethings" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fangraphs.com/roster-resource/depth-charts/marlins" data-vars-content-id="e47a7ee5-7420-42cc-b127-91bd33c79e60" data-vars-headline="A casual fan&#x27;s guide to the 2026 Marlins season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fangraphs.com/roster-resource/depth-charts/marlins" target="_blank">collection of 20-somethings</a>.</li></ul>

Miami Marlins introduce new food options at loanDepot park

I got a sneak peek at the new stadium food offerings.

Food and Drink

There&#x27;s more to eat than peanuts and Cracker Jack at Marlins games. The team announced new food options at loanDepot park for the 2026 season.Why it matters: Local restaurants like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Famous House of Mac" data-vars-click-url="https://houseofmac.com/" data-vars-content-id="d7ba5c4f-201d-4672-8196-c02c4a22f975" data-vars-headline="Miami Marlins introduce new food options at loanDepot park" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://houseofmac.com/" target="_blank">World Famous House of Mac</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Central Park Food Station" data-vars-click-url="https://cpfoodstation.com/" data-vars-content-id="d7ba5c4f-201d-4672-8196-c02c4a22f975" data-vars-headline="Miami Marlins introduce new food options at loanDepot park" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cpfoodstation.com/" target="_blank">Central Park Food Station</a>, which are joining the culinary lineup for the first time, can reach new customers at the ballpark.

What's new at the Miami Open: More shade, new food vendors

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Miami Open" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/03/13/miami-open-how-to-watch" data-vars-content-id="2a7af3dc-9919-4d87-b629-0fbdb9f0739c" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s new at the Miami Open: More shade, new food vendors" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/03/13/miami-open-how-to-watch" target="_self">Miami Open</a> kicked off this week with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new culinary offerings" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/06/golden-glizzy-100-dollar-hot-dog-miami-open" data-vars-content-id="2a7af3dc-9919-4d87-b629-0fbdb9f0739c" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s new at the Miami Open: More shade, new food vendors" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/06/golden-glizzy-100-dollar-hot-dog-miami-open" target="_self">new culinary offerings</a>, shaded space and family-friendly activities to complement the world-class tennis on display.The big picture: For tournament organizers, having top-notch food and beverage menus is just as important as having star players, as the tournament seeks to entertain both casual and die-hard tennis fans.

Dan Marino is Miami's sports GOAT, Axios readers say

Marino beat Dwyane Wade in the final round of our bracket.

There you have it, folks: Dan Marino is Miami&#x27;s sports GOAT — but just barely, according to you, our readers. Why it matters: The nine-time Pro Bowler edged out one of the most beloved Heat players of all time, Dwyane Wade, garnering 55% of the vote in the final round of our 16-athlete bracket.

What to expect at Miami's World Cup fan festival

Here's what fans can expect from the festival, if it doesn't get canceled.

As Miami&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/12/08/miami-world-cup-schedule-matches-tickets" data-vars-content-id="dd2466a4-ca4c-49dc-b7fd-8c7d03b24773" data-vars-headline="What to expect at Miami&#x27;s World Cup fan festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/12/08/miami-world-cup-schedule-matches-tickets" target="_self">World Cup</a> host committee awaits <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="millions in federal funding" data-vars-click-url="https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/02/25/miamis-world-cup-fan-fest-in-jeopardy-amid-federal-funding-delays/" data-vars-content-id="dd2466a4-ca4c-49dc-b7fd-8c7d03b24773" data-vars-headline="What to expect at Miami&#x27;s World Cup fan festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/02/25/miamis-world-cup-fan-fest-in-jeopardy-amid-federal-funding-delays/" target="_blank">millions in federal funding</a> for its planned fan festival at Bayfront Park, fans received new details this week about what they might expect from the soccer celebration.Why it matters: The FIFA Fan Festival at Bayfront Park and other viewing parties — subsidized by around $14.2 million from Miami-Dade County — seek to bring the excitement of the World Cup to the public for free, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Miami Herald" data-vars-click-url="https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article314953637.html" data-vars-content-id="dd2466a4-ca4c-49dc-b7fd-8c7d03b24773" data-vars-headline="What to expect at Miami&#x27;s World Cup fan festival" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article314953637.html" target="_blank">Miami Herald</a> reports.

Dolphins' QB swap: Tagovailoa out, Malik Willis in, reports say

Armed with a new head coach and general manager, the Dolphins are cleaning house.

Less than two years after the Dolphins made quarterback Tua Tagovailoa the highest-paid player in franchise history, Miami is sacking him and bringing in a replacement.<ul><li>On Monday, after Miami <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced" data-vars-click-url="https://x.com/miamidolphins/status/2030980691249283315?s=46&amp;t=OG9YEWwn8j4UJx8_THvTkQ" data-vars-content-id="e62dd33a-f731-42b3-b775-6c1a61be0724" data-vars-headline="Dolphins&#x27; QB swap: Tagovailoa out, Malik Willis in, reports say" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://x.com/miamidolphins/status/2030980691249283315?s=46&amp;t=OG9YEWwn8j4UJx8_THvTkQ" target="_blank">announced</a> it was releasing Tagovailoa, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NFL Network" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nfl.com/videos/rapoport-dolphins-qb-malik-willis-agree-to-terms-on-three-year-67-5m-contract" data-vars-content-id="e62dd33a-f731-42b3-b775-6c1a61be0724" data-vars-headline="Dolphins&#x27; QB swap: Tagovailoa out, Malik Willis in, reports say" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nfl.com/videos/rapoport-dolphins-qb-malik-willis-agree-to-terms-on-three-year-67-5m-contract" target="_blank">NFL Network</a> reported that the Dolphins were signing Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis to a three-year, $67.5M contract.</li></ul>

Here's what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami

Airbnb hosts could be making bank this World Cup.

Business

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/15/miami-world-cup-taxpayer-costs-public-funding" data-vars-content-id="f650aa90-984a-4117-968b-bd9cf4fa0a00" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/15/miami-world-cup-taxpayer-costs-public-funding" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> is less than 100 days away, and it&#x27;s estimated that South Florida will receive tens of thousands of tourists this summer. Where will they stay?<ul><li>Airbnb — a sponsor of the soccer tournament — is hoping to capitalize on increased demand by recruiting new hosts to take in soccer fans.</li></ul>Why it matters: Businesses, tourism officials and local governments subsidizing the World Cup hope it <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boosts the economy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/31/world-cup-economic-impact-miami" data-vars-content-id="f650aa90-984a-4117-968b-bd9cf4fa0a00" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s what World Cup fans may pay for an Airbnb in Miami" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/31/world-cup-economic-impact-miami" target="_self">boosts the economy</a>, though some experts are skeptical about FIFA&#x27;s lofty projections.

The World Baseball Classic is a celebration of Miami's multicultural roots

Miami is hosting the championship game for a second consecutive tournament.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Baseball Classic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/22/japan-wins-world-baseball-classic-beats-us" data-vars-content-id="60e815e3-0d38-42f9-ac9a-76b8e817d717" data-vars-headline="The World Baseball Classic is a celebration of Miami&#x27;s multicultural roots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/22/japan-wins-world-baseball-classic-beats-us" target="_self">World Baseball Classic</a> returns to Miami on Friday, as the sport&#x27;s global stars play for national glory in front of South Florida&#x27;s roaring fans.Why it matters: The WBC is more than a tournament. It&#x27;s a celebration of the cultures that define Miami&#x27;s immigrant communities.

What to know about the Miami Marlins' 2026 season

The World Baseball Classic is also coming to loanDepot park in March.

Baseball season is almost in full swing, as spring training games <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="begin this weekend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/mlb/team/schedule/_/name/mia" data-vars-content-id="182c0872-147d-45c3-97a7-de6a6cabdb53" data-vars-headline="What to know about the Miami Marlins&#x27; 2026 season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/team/schedule/_/name/mia" target="_blank">begin this weekend</a> for the Miami Marlins.The big picture: Not only is the Marlins&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Opening Day" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mlb.com/marlins/schedule/2026-03" data-vars-content-id="182c0872-147d-45c3-97a7-de6a6cabdb53" data-vars-headline="What to know about the Miami Marlins&#x27; 2026 season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mlb.com/marlins/schedule/2026-03" target="_blank">Opening Day</a> on March 27 but the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Baseball Classic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mlb.com/marlins/ballpark/events/entertainment-sports/world-baseball-classic/2026" data-vars-content-id="182c0872-147d-45c3-97a7-de6a6cabdb53" data-vars-headline="What to know about the Miami Marlins&#x27; 2026 season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mlb.com/marlins/ballpark/events/entertainment-sports/world-baseball-classic/2026" target="_blank">World Baseball Classic</a> also returns to loanDepot park in March.

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