The Best Scenic Drives Within 60 Miles Of Miami

Whether you’re embarking on a road trip or taking a short drive to a local destination, Miami boasts beautiful drives around every corner. Choose scenic routes to make any drive less stressful and more fun, from impressive skyscrapers to the sparkling waters of the Atlantic. These are Miami's easiest to access, most breathtaking drives, and they're all less than 60 miles away.

Out for the day: Ontario’s ‘south coast’ is just 100 kilometres away

Summer is almost here and the fun of discovering old and new places in our area can now start to get into high gear. A trip to Norfolk County and Ontario’s “south coast” makes a good outing.

Crime and police news for Wednesday, May 9

Henrico man gets 21/2 years for sex crimes

Dawn Patrol: Jockey death investigation; Schaumburg man killed

Fire that killed jockey remains under investigation. South Elgin coach charged with stealing from youth baseball team. The Mt. Prospect Park District approves a veterans memorial. Lake County hires attorney to investigate jail deaths. Schaumburg man dies in motorcycle crash. Teens accused of making fake 20s. Student calls texts from Stevenson dean "weird."

CALENDAR: April 29, 2012

8 a.m. Field trip to Pond Gut with the Waterman Bird Club. Meet at Pond Gut parking lot (at dead end), 100 Pond Gut Road, Lagrangeville. (845) 297-6701, www.watermanbirdclub.org