🌱 Brightline Aventura Residential Development + Police Drug Sting

Hi there, Miami! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Today's issue includes updates on...

• 🚓 Miami-Dade Police arrested 11 people in an illegal drug sale crackdown at a South Florida restaurant.
• ⚖️ A man accused of attacking a tourist in Brickell in 2020 has taken a plea deal.
• 🏗️ Plans have been filed for a new development near Brightline's Aventura station.

But first, today's weather:

A shower; breezy in the p.m. High: 83 Low: 74.

Here are the top stories today in Miami:

1. Miami-Dade Police arrested 11 people in a crackdown of illegal drug sales at South Florida's Corvina House restaurant at 7844 Coral Way, according to officials. Undercover police officers were able to purchase alcohol as well as cocaine and Ecstasy. (NBC Miami)

2. A 15-year-old teenager is facing multiple charges in connection to the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy in northwest Miami-Dade County, according to authorities. Miami-Dade Police said the incident was reported Tuesday afternoon at a home on Sierra Drive. Two other suspects are still on the run as of Wednesday evening. (WPLG Local 10)

3. A man accused of violently attacking a tourist in Miami's Brickell neighborhood back in January 2020 broke down crying in court and accepted a plea deal with prosecutors. The attack was captured on surveillance footage. The man will spend 120 days in jail and must complete an anger management course, send a letter of apology to the victim, and avoid the victim per court order. (WSVN)

4. Plans have been filed for a new residential development project near the new Brightline Aventura station. The proposed residential project would rise 17 stories and include 365 residential units, 5,682 square feet of commercial space, and 545 parking spaces in a garage. (The Next Miami)

5. An investigation is underway after a shooting near the 8200 block of S.W. 4 Place in North Lauderdale, according to officials. The victim was listed as in stable condition on Nov. 28. (CBS Miami)

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Today in Miami:

• AfriKin Art 2022 — The Beautyful Ones Are (Not Yet) Born at Maison AfriKin. (noon)
• The Art Plug POWERHOUSE 2022 at The Wharf Miami. (4 p.m.)
• Celebrate Miami Art Week at Italica Midtown. (5 p.m.)
• For the Love of Art, Fashion, Music & Food: Phuc Yea In MiMo To Host Art Week Launch Party. (6 p.m.)
• Miami Art Week Reception at MOCA. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek are offering 50 percent off tickets to Epicurious Sip & Savor on Friday, Dec. 9 from 7 to 11 p.m. The event will showcase culinary and beverage offerings inspired by the chefs from the resort’s 13 restaurants and lounge. To access this exclusive offer email BonnetCreekEpicurious@hilton.com and let them know that Carlos sent you for the discount.
• Miami Dolphins shared: "Our Week 1️⃣2️⃣ Cinematic Recap from our home win against the Texans is now LIVE!" (Miami Dolphins via Instagram)
• Miami-Dade Fire Rescue shared: "On Tuesday, MDFR responded to a house fire near the 2900 block of NW 47 Street. One person was transported to the hospital. " (Miami-Dade Fire Rescue via Facebook)
• Miami-Dade Public Library System shared: "Story Extravaganza at the Arcola Lakes Branch Library is this Saturday, Dec. 3! Join us outdoors, 10 a.m. – noon, for an interactive early literacy event celebrating nature." (Miami-Dade Public Library System via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Carlos Hernandez

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a food writer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I write the food blog Carlos Eats (http://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines with food-related blogs and articles.

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