Traffic & Transportation NEWS

City Moves to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters on Public Streets

Miami Beach commissioners advanced new safety rules for micromobility devices on first reading, requiring lights, helmets for riders under 16, and functioning brakes citywide.

Journal Staff May 21, 2026

Culture & Events NEWS

Miami Beach Kicks Off America 250 with Thunderbirds, Drones, and a Weekend Full of Free Events

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds make their first-ever Miami Beach appearance this Memorial Day Weekend as the city launches its America 250 celebration with free events from May 21–25.

Journal Staff May 21, 2026

Tourism NEWS

Weekend Plans: May 22–24, 2026

9 things to do in Miami Beach this Memorial Day weekend — from the Hyundai Air & Sea Show and SaluteFest to a free Española Way block party, Miami New Drama’s “Señorita Julia” at the Colony Theatre, and a Sunday-night Festival of Lights.

Journal Staff May 22, 2026

Government ANALYSIS

Lincoln Road Zoning Overhaul Heads to First Commission Vote — Key Community Groups Haven't Weighed In

The proposal to allow buildings up to 150 feet on the western end of Lincoln Road reaches the City Commission on May 20 for a first reading — but the Miami Design Preservation League, Flamingo Park Neighborhood Association, and Palm View Neighborhood Association have not taken public positions on a plan that could fundamentally alter one of Miami Beach's most historic corridors.

Journal Staff May 19, 2026

Planning Infrastructure Housing

Government NEWS

Miami Beach City Meetings Scheduled for Week of May 25–29

A reference of the week's public city meetings

Journal Staff May 20, 2026

Real Estate NEWS

Leonard Hochstein Sues to Remove Construction Lien on Miami Beach Property

Plastic surgeon and real estate personality Leonard Hochstein has filed suit in Miami-Dade Circuit Court to strip a construction lien from his Miami Beach home, alleging the company that filed it never set foot on the property.

Journal Staff May 15, 2026

Litigation

Culture & Events NEWS

Weekend Plans: May 15–17, 2026

Your Miami Beach weekend cheat sheet (Fri–Sun): free dance in the Garden, a pollinators program, live music, a classic market stroll, and more.

Journal Staff May 15, 2026

Development NEWS

North Beach Towers Could Rise Higher Under Proposed Development Rule Changes

Miami Beach's Planning Board took up a proposed Land Development Regulations amendment on May 5, 2026, that would create a new "North Beach Residential Use Incentive Area" along Collins Avenue — extending a residential incentive framework already in place for Mid Beach northward from 63rd Street to approximately the 6800 block.

Journal Staff May 14, 2026

Planning Beach Housing

Real Estate NEWS

Lennox Miami Beach Hotel Sues 11 Contractors Over Alleged Water Damage Construction Defects

The owners of the Lennox Miami Beach hotel at 1900 Collins Avenue have filed suit against 11 construction companies, alleging widespread water intrusion and defective work from a 2019 renovation, with damages exceeding $750,000.

Journal Staff May 12, 2026

Litigation

Development NEWS

South Bay Club Condo Association Seeks Emergency Injunction Against Unit Owner Allegedly Sabotaging $27M Repair Loan

South Bay Club Condominium Association has filed suit against unit owner James Weingarten, alleging he is contacting their lender with false accusations to derail a $27 million structural repair loan — and stands to profit $2 million if the building is forced into a developer sale.

Journal Staff May 12, 2026

Housing Litigation

Government NEWS

Miami Beach City Meetings Scheduled for Week of May 18–22

A reference of the week's public city meetings

Journal Staff May 13, 2026

Government NEWS

What's on the Agenda: Historic Preservation Board Meeting on May 12, 2026

Miami Beach's Historic Preservation Board meets Tuesday to weigh demolition and new construction at three Washington Avenue and Lincoln Road properties, with staff recommending approval with conditions on all three items.

Journal Staff May 08, 2026