Miami Herald
History
The Miami Herald is a daily newspaper owned by the McClatchy Company and headquartered in Doral, Florida, a city in western Miami-Dade County several miles west of Miami. Founded in 1903, it is the second largest newspaper in South Florida, serving Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe Counties. It also circulates throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Miami Herald's history is intertwined with the growth and development of Miami. The newspaper's first edition was published on September 15, 1903, as The Miami Evening Record. In 1910, the name was changed to the Miami Herald, reflecting the paper's morning publication schedule.
Content and Coverage
The Miami Herald covers a wide range of topics, including local, national, and international news, business, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. It also features opinion pieces, editorials, and letters to the editor. The newspaper is known for its in-depth coverage of issues affecting South Florida, such as immigration, the environment, and local politics.
The Miami Herald has a strong commitment to investigative journalism. It has won 22 Pulitzer Prizes, one of the highest honors in journalism, for its investigative reporting, commentary, feature writing, and photography. Some of its most notable investigative projects include the "Pain & Gain" series, which exposed a gang of bodybuilders who were involved in a series of kidnappings, extortions, and murders, and the "House of Lies" series, which revealed widespread fraud in Miami-Dade County's public housing agency.
Digital Presence
Like many newspapers in the digital age, the Miami Herald has had to adapt to changes in the media landscape. The newspaper launched its website, MiamiHerald.com, in 1996. The site features digital versions of articles from the print edition, as well as web-only content, including blogs, videos, and photo galleries.
In addition to its website, the Miami Herald has a strong presence on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The newspaper also offers a mobile app, which allows readers to access the latest news, sports, and entertainment stories on their smartphones and tablets.
Impact and Influence
The Miami Herald has played a significant role in shaping public opinion and policy in South Florida. Its investigative reporting has led to changes in local and state laws, and its editorials and opinion pieces have influenced public debate on a variety of issues.
The newspaper's coverage of the Cuban exile community in Miami, for example, has been influential in shaping U.S. policy toward Cuba. The Miami Herald's reporting on the 2000 presidential election recount in Florida, which was pivotal in determining the outcome of the election, drew national attention and scrutiny.