Miami Daily Local Headlines: March 3, 2026

Top local headlines

Coral Gables: driver accused of striking an officer outside the Biltmore

Police say a 72-year-old Miami man is facing a felony charge after an officer was struck twice by a car outside the Biltmore Hotel over the weekend. Investigators allege the driver entered a restricted exit area, ignored repeated commands to stop and back up, then accelerated into the officer and later hit him again while reversing. The driver was arrested and booked at the county jail as the case moves through court.

Getting to the World Baseball Classic: Brightline adds MiamiCentral-to-loanDepot park shuttles

Brightline announced special tournament service aimed at easing game-day travel for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which runs March 6–17 at loanDepot park. The plan includes discounted group fares on select routes and complimentary shuttles linking MiamiCentral Station with the ballpark timed around train arrivals and departures. If you’re driving instead, expect heavier traffic and parking demand around Downtown and Little Havana on game days.

305 Day is Thursday: local events, $3.05 deals, and neighborhood pop-ups

Miami’s unofficial ‘305 Day’ lands on March 5, and several venues are leaning into the area-code celebration with themed events, small-batch merch, and menu specials priced at $3.05. Expect a mix of pop-up parties, art activities, and food-and-drink promos across neighborhoods like Wynwood, Little Havana, and Coral Gables.

Weekend community note: Miami Heat Family Festival returns

The annual Miami Heat Family Festival is back with a restaurant lineup, fan activities, and a charity focus tied to the team’s community giving. Organizers say proceeds support local causes, and the event typically draws large crowds—so plan extra time for arrival, parking, and lines.

Quick weather note: recent heavy rain brought brief flooding concerns

A flood advisory issued Sunday covered parts of Miami-Dade as thunderstorms dumped several inches of rain in spots. Even when advisories expire, the reminder holds: avoid driving through standing water, and watch for lingering ponding in low-lying areas after downpours.

Sources

• https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/03/02/senior-accused-of-striking-cop-twice-with-car-outside-coral-gables-hotel/
• https://www.gobrightline.com/press-room/2026/brightline-announces-special-service-for-world-baseball-classic-at-loandepot-park
• https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/02/how-to-celebrate-305-day-in-miami
• https://wsvn.com/sports/miami-heat/miami-heat-brings-food-raises-money-for-local-causes-for-26th-annual-family-festival/
• https://govonestop.com/alert/flood-advisory-03012026-1111-florida