Architectural rendering of a proposed nine-story mixed-use residential building with balconies, arched windows, and ground-floor retail along Phoenetia Avenue in Coral Gables.
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Court asked to undo Crystal Residences approvals over fake-address allegations

A Coral Gables resident and preservation advocate has asked a circuit court to throw out three approvals for Crystal Residences, arguing commissioners relied on testimony from project supporters who gave…

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The Coral Gables City Commission seated at the dais during a public meeting, with residents visible in the foreground seating area and the Florida state flag displayed to the left.
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UM deal, $40 million City Hall contract and final budget await commissioners Tuesday

Coral Gables commissioners face one of their busiest days of the year Tuesday, with two meetings and decisions spanning development, taxes and some of the city’s largest capital projects. At…

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Coral Gables Commissioner Melissa Castro speaks into a microphone from the dais during a City Commission meeting.
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Campaign finance ordinance dies, but PAC donor list fuels debate

A campaign finance ordinance sponsored by Commissioner Melissa Castro died on the Coral Gables Commission floor Sept. 15 without a second, ending, at least for now, her latest attempt to…

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Coral Gables First logo in white lettering on a red and burgundy background.
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Lago-linked PAC raises another $36,000 in five days, refunds Crystal Residences consultant

Coral Gables First, the political committee tied to Mayor Vince Lago, reported $36,000 in contributions from real estate developers, builders and contractors over five business days spanning late August and…

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A picture of Coral Gables City Hall renovations.
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Coral Gables weighs up to $40 million in City Hall bonds Tuesday

Coral Gables commissioners will consider borrowing up to $40 million for work on historic City Hall on Tuesday, while also revisiting restrictions on major work at the War Memorial Youth…

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