🌱 Spring Break Chaos + Anatomy And BÜNDA Now Open At CityPlace Doral

Good morning, friends. It's Tuesday in Miami and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in our community, including news about:

• A group of midsize banks are asking federal regulators for help, including one bank based in Miami, amid instability in the banking industry.
• Miami Beach is once again struggling to control crowds and violence during spring break.
• Anatomy and BÜNDA are now open at CityPlace Doral.

But first, today's weather: Times of clouds and sun. High: 78 Low: 66.

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Here are the top stories in Miami today:

1. A group of midsize banks across the country, with several members throughout Florida, has asked federal regulators to fully insure all deposits for the next two years, according to a report from Bloomberg. City National Bank of Florida in Miami joined the banks in calling for federal help. The news comes amid record instability in the banking industry following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. (Florida Patch)
2. The first tower of the River District in Brickell has reached level 30 of construction, according to a contractor. The upcoming district will "create a riverwalk experience for the first time in the city." The development will include 1,600 residences, parking, and more. (The Next Miami)
3. Miami Beach is once again struggling to control spring break crowds and violence. It is the third year in a row that Miami fails to control crowds and experiences gun violence and fights. A massive police presence, complete with mobile towers, has failed to make a difference in violence, with a curfew proposed in the area this week after two shootings. (WSVN)
4. Anatomy and BÜNDA, two new businesses, are debuting at CityPlace Doral this month. "Anatomy and BÜNDA supplement our health and wellness offerings and bring a new and dynamic workout experience to our guests," said Mauro Olivieri of CityPlace Doral. Both businesses are already open. CityPlace Doral features more than 40 dining, shopping and entertainment destinations for visitors to enjoy. (Miami's Community News)
5. A Hialeah man is facing numerous criminal charges after police said he ran an illegal towing business with an accomplice and stole parts from a car in a Homestead hotel parking lot. Charges include burglary and grand theft, as well as towing a vehicle without commercial markings and failing to maintain or produce records regarding a towing business. (WPLG Local 10)

Today in Miami:

• Twos-Day at Beat Culture Brewing Company. (noon)
• The Hideout Miami Music Week at Centro Wynwood. (4 p.m.)
• Miami Music Week 2023 Kickoff — Sigala Land at Hyde Beach. (6 p.m.)
• Brew Ha-Ha: A Night Of Drafts & Laughs at Unbranded Brewing Co. (7:30 p.m.)
• Shen Yun 2023 at Broward Center Au Rene. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Miami Dolphins shared: "We have exercised QB Tua Tagovailoa’s fifth-year option. Let’s go! 🙌" (Miami Dolphins via Instagram)
• Miami-Dade Fire Rescue shared: "On Friday, MDFR welcomed 31 new firefighters during the MDFR Class 151 graduation. Probationary Firefighter Jessica Givens is carrying on the legacy of service from her grandfather, Daniel Burry." (Miami-Dade Fire Rescue via Facebook)
• Miami Police Department shared: "Sign up today for the Dedication 2 Community sessions, where the community connects with our officers. Contact 305-603-6090 to register for a spot." (Miami Police Department via Facebook)
• Miami-Dade Public Library System: "Have you submitted your bookmark design yet? The 2023 Make A Bookmark Contest ends this Monday, March 20. Show us where the library will take you by designing an original bookmark for a chance to have your design distributed at all MDPLS libraries." (Miami-Dade Public Library System via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow morning for 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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