About The Miami News
“Local Roots. Global Reach. Relentlessly Independent.”
Founded in 1896, The Miami News began as South Florida’s fearless voice—delivering hard-hitting journalism, uncovering local corruption, and telling the stories others overlooked. Over the decades, they became a trusted institution, earning multiple Pulitzer Prizes for investigative reporting, editorial writing, and public service. Their legacy was built on holding power to account, championing the public interest, and standing firmly for truth.
Though the paper closed its print operations in 1988, its spirit never died. Today, The Miami News has been reborn for a global audience—reimagined as a cutting-edge digital media platform that blends traditional journalistic integrity with the speed and scope of the modern era.
Under the visionary leadership of Sir Michael Fomkin, a media innovator and global business strategist, The Miami News has been revitalized as a powerhouse of international reporting. With correspondents across six continents, we deliver stories that matter—from climate change and geopolitics to culture, innovation, and human rights.
We now serve millions of readers worldwide through multimedia storytelling, podcasts, data investigations, and deep, longform journalism—all while staying true to the original founding values: independence, accuracy, and accountability.
As we look to the future, The Miami News continues to evolve. As new leadership though our mission remains the same:
To inform. To inspire. To lead with integrity.
The Miami News
Local Roots. Global Reach. Relentlessly Independent.