Miami Dolphins go all-in on offense in draft
The Dolphins’ leadership team strolled out of team headquarters late Saturday feeling darn good about its roster.Now, it’s on the organization’s rookie coach to make all these flashy new pieces fit.After an offense-heavy 2016 draft, Adam Gase has the weapons to take the Dolphins into the 21st century.Assets added this weekend alone:▪ The No. 1 offensive lineman — if not top-rated player overall — in the draft. (Laremy Tunsil.)▪ A dynamic running back who can change the game with one cut. (Keny..>> view originalChicago Bears select UM safety Deon Bush in fourth round
Deon Bush’s mother Michele was not happy.And with each pick in the NFL Draft, her frustration reached new heights.“She was fussing with everyone on TV because she thought Deon should have gone sooner,” Gary Bush, Deon’s dad, said with a hearty laugh. “I said, ‘The guys on TV don’t make the decision.’”Finally, at about 1:25 p.m. Saturday, Michele Bush’s dismay turned to elation, as the Chicago Bears announced the former Hurricanes safety and Miami native as their 124th overall pick — the 26th se..>> view originalHeat repeating 'whatever it takes' mentality for Game 7
The Heat’s season-saving victory in Charlotte was everything they say is invigorating about the playoffs. It was grueling from tipoff to the final seconds, a game that Erik Spoelstra said necessitated Udonis Haslem because it “got medieval.”That’s as comfortable as a chaise lounge for Haslem, who showed up to the arena willing to risk body parts if Miami’s survival depended on it. Mike Ehrmann MIAMI, FL - APRIL 20: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat takes the floor..>> view originalStudent accused of flying high on $260000 worth of stolen miles
A young Miami computer programmer named Milad Avazdavani booked stays from Denver to Dubai, along with a string of fancy car rentals — all using frequent flier miles from American Airlines.Absolutely none of those miles belonged to him.The former Florida International University student now stands accused of hacking into the AAdvantage accounts of high-mileage customers and siphoning off enough points to charge trips and cars worth more than $260,000.When confronted, police say he confessed wit..>> view original2016 NFL Draft: Miami Hurricanes UDFA tracker
The Hurricanes’ senior class of 2015 produced two draft picks — first-rounder Artie Burns and fourth-rounder Deon Bush — and a host of undrafted free agents who will get their shot to make an NFL roster in rookie camp. Hurricanes cornerback Tracy Howard after an Aug. 2014 practice. (instagram.com/mattyports) Shortly after the draft ended, cornerback Tracy Howard said via text message he was heading to the Cleveland Browns. Howard (5-11, 183) was a five-star signee in 2012 who didn’t have a sta..>> view originalOut of town woman visiting Miami calls Dad for help, disappears
A Palm Beach County woman went missing Friday night after she called her father saying she was in trouble and needed help.Luz Aquino was last seen at 9:15 p.m. Friday walking in the Palm Beach International Airport parking garage, according to the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office. She told the officer her ride did not show up.The 28-year-old woman flew from Denver, Colorado, into PBIA on Friday night to visit her Dad in West Palm Beach. Around 11 a.m. she called her Dad and told him she had rented a..>> view originalMiami Dolphins ship corner Jamar Taylor to Cleveland Browns
The Dolphins on Saturday gave Jamar Taylor what he needed: a fresh start.Miami traded the former second-round pick to the Cleveland Browns Saturday.The Dolphins’ compensation: moving up 27 spots in the seventh round.Taylor battled injuries and inconsistency during his time in Miami; first a sports hernia and then a major shoulder injury.He fell out of favor with the former coaching staff late in the season, and hardly saw the field. Taylor became expendable after the Dolphins drafted Xavien How..>> view originalCrews battling brush fire in Northwest Miami-Dade
MIRAMAR, Fla. (WSVN) -- Crews continued to battle a large brush fire in Northwest Miami-Dade that, officials said, began as a pile burn that got out of control, spreading thick smoke across the area.According to the Florida Forest Service, the fire began on private property in the area of West Okeechobee Road, west of the Florida Turnpike and near U.S. 27, Saturday morning. An individual had obtained a burn permit, but the flames jumped their containment area and spread rapidly onto a rock quarr..>> view originalOn brink of disaster, Jackson turns profitable thanks to visionary CEO
No prior healthcare experience required. Track record of turning around troubled institutions preferred. The job description for rescuing Miami-Dade’s century-old public hospital network, Jackson Health System, from the brink of financial ruin five years ago did not call for a seasoned healthcare executive. Instead, as sometimes happens in a crisis, the job fell to an unorthodox candidate: Carlos Migoya, a retired banker and erstwhile auto dealer who frankly didn’t need the salary or the heada..>> view originalMiami Marlins top Milwaukee Brewers for seventh win in a row
Winning seems to be a habit for the Miami Marlins. Such a habit that they’re even winning in strange ways. Saturday night’s 7-5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers was a perfect example. The Marlins scored in each of the first six innings, pounded out 14 hits, including four homers, and drew nine walks. So that pesky stat of 0 for 12 with runners in scoring position? Not a problem. A team-record-tying 17 runners left on base? Again, no problem. “Always good to win,” Marlins manager Don Mattingl..>> view original
Sunday, May 1, 2016
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