While I never aspired to run for public office, my parents instilled in me from a young age the power of community, and the responsibility of service. When I see a need that I have the ability to address, I believe I have the obligation to step up. Our democracy is my passion, so when I saw our county government going in the wrong direction, losing public trust, I felt it was my duty to...Read More

At the School Board Meeting of May 15, 2024, School Board Member Roberto J. Alonso proffered agenda item H-6, authorizing the Superintendent of Schools, in consultation with the Office of the General Counsel, to explore the feasibility of having volunteer school chaplains to provide support, services and/or programs to M-DCPS students and staff as part of a District operated program, ensuring that any program deemed feasible complies with the U.S. Constitution and Federal and State laws, respects parental choice, requires written parent permission for students to participate; and if such a program is deemed feasible, undergo any necessary rulemakin..Read More

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest decisions, and it remains at the heart of the American Dream. Unlike renting, owning a home means more than just having a place to live – it offers a sense of belonging, stability, and freedom. According to CNN Business, in 2023, around 4.5 million people achieved that dream of buying a home. However, if you live in South Florida, you know that buying a house can be an overwhelming and expensive journey. 
While mortgage rates remain at a two-decade high, Miami-Dade County has continued to lead the U.S. in home price appreciation, according to a December 2023 report from the Miami Association of Realtors. Another report from Rocket Homes disclosed that in March 2024 the median home price in Miami was $540,091, up 6.9% over last year. So with higher mortgage rates and increased prices, is it any wonder why it is so difficult to achieve the American Dream of becoming a homeowner?... Read More

Witness the inspiring moments as Archbishop Thomas Wenski delivers a powerful and impactful speech at Evelyn Greer Park.

Grant Miller attends the Mother's Day Jazz in the Heights event