🌱 South Florida Teacher Accused Of Sexual Misconduct + Over 100 Migrants Seized

Up and at 'em, Miami! Let's get you started this Tuesday with everything you need to know going on today in Miami.

First, today's weather:

Windy with a shower or two. High: 74 Low: 67.

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Here are the top five stories today in Miami:

1. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue officials confirmed that they responded to reports of a boat with more than 100 migrants on board that had possibly capsized early Monday morning near Ocean Reef. Sources say the migrants are from Haiti. (WPLG Local 10)

2. The Miami Dolphins fired coach Brian Flores on Monday, a surprising move that came less than 24 hours after the team finished a 9-8 season. Flores went 24-25 in his three seasons in Miami. (WSVN)

3. 80.7% of allocated COVID-19 vaccines in Florida have been administered to residents as of January 6th, in line with the national average of 81.4% and the 23rd largest share of all states. In Florida, 44.7% of adults who have not yet received the vaccine report they will probably not or definitely not get a vaccine in the future, the third-smallest share of any state. (Florida Patch)

4. 28-year-old South Florida teacher, Philip Velez, has been arrested after being accused of sexual misconduct with a minor. Velez was a culinary arts teacher and basketball coach at Charles W. Flanagan High School. (WSVN)

5. Related Group is partnering with Merrimac Ventures to co-develop a short-term rental-friendly condo tower within the Miami Worldcenter. Prices will start in the $300,000s, and the building will not have any rental restrictions. (The Real Deal)

Today in Miami:

• Lincoln Road Walking Tour at Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. (7:30 AM)
• Key Biscayne Woman's Club Lunch at The Beach Club. (11:30 AM)
• Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing For Babies And Toddlers at Coconut Grove Branch Library. (5:00 PM)
• Junior Chefs Semester (Ages 6-13) at Taste Buds Kitchen. (5:00 PM)
• Boys Basketball Game Vs. Riviera Prep at Miami High. (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• There are 9,579 people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Florida, according to the Florida Hospital Association. It represents a 361.6% increase in 14 days and 80.8% increase in 7 days. (Twitter)
• Record Broken: Jaylen Waddle with the Miami Dolphins now has the most rookie receptions in NFL history! (Instagram)
• The first Chamber Connections of the year with Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce is taking place on Wednesday, January 26th, on the outdoor patio of Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen. (Facebook)
• Now through Monday, January 31st, Miami-Dade Animal Services and Miami-Dade Public Library System are collecting blankets, pet beds, treats and toys during the Presents for Pets Donation Drive. (Facebook)
• A neighbor in Flagami East is looking for their lost dog. The dog is deaf and 4-5 months old. Lost around the area of SW 57th Ave and SW 1 St. If found or if you have the dog held please call them at 786-812-1233. (Nextdoor)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.