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Francis Suarez

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Francis Suarez across Baseball, Soccer.

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Coverage categoriesBaseballSoccer
Related entitiesMiami, Florida, United StatesOvertown, Miami, Florida, United StatesCuba, HavanaUnited States, MiamiHavana, CubaMiami, United StatesTampa, United States

Miami Mayor Secures $20 Million Federal Grant for Airport Pedestrian Bridge Amid Overtown Revitalization Controversy

Mayor Eileen Higgins obtained a $20 million federal grant for a pedestrian bridge linking Miami International Airport to Miami Freedom Park, a project championed by MLS owner David Beckham. The award came at the expense of the Rev. Edward T. Graham Heritage Trail, a long‑awaited initiative to revitalize Overtown. The decision has sparked a rift between Higgins and Commissioner Christine King, culminating in King’s removal from her leadership role.

Jul 24, 2026

Raúl Castro Indictment Revives Criticism of Obama’s Cuba Policy

A recent indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft has reignited scrutiny of former President Barack Obama’s 2016 visit to Havana, a trip that critics say legitimized a repressive regime without securing concrete concessions.

May 22, 2026