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Miami‑Dade deputy fatally shoots woman during neighborhood altercation, officials say

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5 months ago

February 8, 2026

Miami‑Dade deputy fatally shoots woman during neighborhood altercation, officials say

Updated on: February 7, 2026 / 11:32 PM EST
/ CBS Miami

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating after a deputy fatally shot a woman in northwest Miami‑Dade on Saturday afternoon, authorities said.

This happened just north of Miami-Opa Locka airport at NW 55th Avenue and 189th Street.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said in a press release that they responded to a call regarding a woman who was harming herself with a knife.

Deputies attempted to have a conversation with the woman, they said. During the altercation, a deputy shot their weapon and hit the woman.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue then arrived at the scene and the woman was transported to a local hospital, where she succumbed from her injuries.

Before the press conference, CBS News Miami spoke to family members on scene.

The young woman, who says her mother was the victim of the shooting, said that she was on the phone with her younger sister, 12, when she heard gunshots.

“I hear gunshots in a house with no guns. I don’t have a gun, my dad is out of the country, and it’s just my little sister and my mom in the room, so why don’t I know where my mom is,” she said, “Why are they not telling me what hospital my mom is in? Why are they interrogating my little sister without an adult present?

No deputies were reported to be injured. The investigation is ongoing and as is customary for deputy-involved shootings, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is taking over the case.

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Bugtopia takes center stage at Zoo Miami

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6 hours ago

June 27, 2026

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Bugtopia takes center stage at Zoo Miami

Larger-than-life bug animatronics invade Zoo Miami for a limited-time event.

Families looking for something to do in the city might consider visiting Zoo Miami for their Bugtopia event, which starts on June 27 to October 31.

The zoo will host 13 gigantic animatronics and two photo-op stations.

Starting from the entrance all the way to the Conservation Action Center, guests will find the larger-than-life insects accompanied by colorful comic-style panels with fun facts and sound effects.

The first 250 guests to arrive on June 27 and 28 will receive zoo sunglasses and a free voucher for a kid’s meal from their local Flanigan’s.

Those two opening days will also have a kid-friendly DJ present for extra entertainment.

There will also be “bug-themed tastings” on June 27.

The event will have insect investigation stations as well as microscopic insect explorations called “bug detectives”.

Anyone who completes these activities will earn a junior entomologist certificate.

For families looking for something to do in Miami this summer, you might consider Bugtopia for your next stop.

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Helping Venezuela: Miami search-and-rescue team prepares to deploy

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16 hours ago

June 27, 2026

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Helping Venezuela: Miami search-and-rescue team prepares to deploy

Published: June 27, 2026 at 12:07 AM

Residents walks through the rubble two days after earthquakes struck Catia La Mar, Venezuela, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara) (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved) (Fernando Vergara/AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

MIAMI — Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins announced on Friday that the city’s fire rescue personnel were preparing to deploy to Venezuela’s disaster zone.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava also met with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue personnel, who were also packing for deployment.

“This is something that is important work. We have one of the most well-trained, committed teams in the United States,” Higgins said, according to a video the city released on Friday night.

The U.S. State Department activated Florida Task Force 2, or FL-TF2, an urban search-and-rescue team of about 230, including physicians, structural engineers, hazardous material technicians, and K-9 handlers.

“It’s devastating what happened in Venezuela, so we are making sure that they have the support that they need, and we are going to send a team of 80 people,” Miami Commissioner Rolando Escalona said, according to the city’s video published on X.

The State Department also activated Florida Task Force 1, MDFR Chief Raied “Ray” Jadallah’s team, which has experience working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

After the devastating 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck late Wednesday, the Trump administration first announced the deployment of search-and-rescue teams from California and Virginia.

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Today, City of Miami leadership stood alongside Miami Fire Rescue personnel designated for deployment to Venezuela following a series of devastating earthquakes. The City reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to humanitarian relief as the federal government’s activation of USAR… pic.twitter.com/C2ul3VEOiT
— City of Miami (@CityofMiami) June 27, 2026

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APTOPIX Venezuela Earthquake Rescue workers aid Daniel Cordero after pulling him from the rubble two days after an earthquake struck Catia la Mar, Venezuela, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara) (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved) (Fernando Vergara/AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

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APTOPIX Venezuela Earthquake Rescue workers place Daniel Cordero on a stretcher after pulling him from the rubble two days after an earthquake struck Catia la Mar, Venezuela, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara) (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved) (Fernando Vergara/AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

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Helping Venezuela: State Department deploys Miami-Dade search-and-rescue team

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1 day ago

June 26, 2026

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Helping Venezuela: State Department deploys Miami-Dade search-and-rescue team

Published: June 26, 2026 at 3:36 PM

Updated: June 26, 2026 at 3:48 PM

Residents search through the rubble two days after an earthquake struck La Guaira, Venezuela, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos) (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved) (Ariana Cubillos/AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos)

MIAMI — Miami-Dade Fire Rescue announced on Friday that the U.S. State Department “activated” the department’s search-and-rescue team to work in Venezuela after the two earthquakes.

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The fire rescue personnel with the Urban Search and Rescue, or USAR, and Florida Task Force 1, or FLTF1, which includes 80 specialists, will support search and rescue operations.

“We know that many people in our community have family, friends, and loved ones in Venezuela, which makes this mission especially meaningful to us,” a MDFR spokesperson wrote in a statement. “We deploy with a single purpose: to provide hope and assist those who have been affected during this difficult time.”

The FLTF1 “Type I” team also includes six canine teams and experts in 19 areas, including command and control, technical search, structural evaluation and stabilization, planning and technical information, advanced medical care, hazardous materials mitigation, tactical communications, logistics, safety, and technical rescue.

The State Department had already deployed two urban search and rescue teams from Los Angeles and Fairfax, Virginia, that had worked together in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa.

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The Emmy Award-winning journalist joined the Local 10 News team in 2013. She wrote for the Miami Herald for more than 9 years and won a Green Eyeshade Award.

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