Venezuela Expects Celebration at WBC Despite US Tensions
Venezuelan team focused on baseball, not politics, as World Baseball Classic comes to Miami
Venezuela Baseball Team Focuses on WBC, Avoids Politics
Rubio Welcomes Noem to 'Shield of the Americas' Security Initiative
Lifestyle
Junk.com Engages Local Families at Miami Touch-A-Truck Event
Junk removal company brings interactive fun and learning to annual community event

Sabor Havana Opens Cocktail Lounge in Doral
The 24-year-old cigar shop celebrates expansion with ribbon-cutting ceremony.
19 Dogs Rescued from Hoarding Situation Seeking Homes
Miami-Dade Animal Services calls on community to foster or adopt rescued pups
Crime
Man Accused of Hotel Theft in Doral Faces Judge
Kevaughn Jerome Dallas charged with burglary and grand theft after alleged incident at Quality Inn

Falcons Player Charged with Domestic Violence, Ex-Girlfriend Offers to Testify
Rickea Jackson files notice to testify against James Pearce Jr. as felony charges and disturbing details unfold in Florida.
Miami-Dade County Sheriff Reflects on First Year, Outlines Future Plans
Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz discusses crime reduction, transparency initiatives, and preparations for major events in the year ahead.
Sports
Downtown Doral soccer player named Miami Herald Athlete of the Week
Victor Villalobos recognized for standout performance on the pitch

Downtown Doral boys soccer team returns to state tournament
Westminster and BridgePrep also advance to the final four
Sparks Star Rickea Jackson Willing to Testify Against Falcons' James Pearce Jr. in Battery Case
Jackson's lawyers say she remains cooperative and ready to take the stand if needed in the criminal case against the NFL player.
Politics
Pentagon Hosts Americas Anti-Cartel Conference
Defense and security leaders from 17 countries meet in Florida to address regional threats

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump's Firing of Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem
Comedians suggest Noem be 'deported to El Salvador' after her dismissal from the administration.
Trump Pressures Latin American Leaders to Limit China Ties
The former president takes aggressive steps to curb China's growing economic influence in the region.