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When President Donald Trump endorsed Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, the President cited the AG's idea of creating a detention center in the middle of the Everglades."He is THE MAN behind ALL
Earlier this week, Governor Ron DeSantis announced he would not campaign for the proposed property tax amendment, saying it didn't go far enough. And even those who do support it, are offering only a
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A 19-year-old Tesla driver was arrested Tuesday and charged with leaving the scene of a fatal crash after allegedly striking and killing a scooter rider last month, then fleeing on foot, according to an arrest affidavit. According to the affidavit, the crash happened in the early morning hours of Ju
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday evening signed a new death warrant for James Aren Duckett after the Florida Supreme Court lifted its stay of the former Mascotte police officer's previously scheduled execution.The action by DeSantis sets up two executions to take place at Florida State Prison on July 28
The dangerous feels-like temperatures are continuing across South Florida, and while the chances of showers and storms will be on the lower end on Wednesday that will change as we get closer to the weekend.
A semi-truck became stuck in Opa-locka when a water main rupture caused the ground beneath it to suddenly open up in the middle of the street. 7Skyforce hovered above the scene of the rupture in the area of Northwest 135th Street and 42nd Avenue, Wednesday morning. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units respo
A Miami-Dade band teacher was arrested after he was accused of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.
A woman is in custody and a man is in critical condition after a stabbing took place near a Tri Rail station in Hialeah on Wednesday, officials said.
At least one person was shot and taken to a hospital in Broward, and deputies say the crime scene span two different locations. CBS News Miami Bri Buckley has the new details.
A man was found stabbed near a Tri-Rail station in Hialeah, leafing officers to take a woman into custody, authorities said. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call of a stabbing at 1125 East 25th St., just after 7:20 a.m. on Wednesday Deputies arrived to discover the man suffering
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is searching for whoever opened fire and shot a 12-year-old girl while she was sitting inside a car with her siblings early Tuesday morning.The MDSO said deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Northwest 21st Avenue and Northwest 64th Street near Li
Consumers worried about a growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a diarrheal illness caused by the cyclospora parasite, are turning to social media for advice on what foods to avoid as public health officials have yet to identify the source.The illness can cause long-lasting bouts of explosive diarrhea
A Florida man was caught on camera shooting off fireworks from inside a moving vehicle on Interstate 95 on the Fourth of July, according to deputies.The St. John's County Sheriff's Office shared helicopter video that showed a vehicle headed down I-95 neat St. Augustine, with what appeared to be fire
A star-studded benefit concert and national telethon to help the victims of Venezuela’s back-to-back earthquakes is headed to downtown Miami. “Unidos Por Venezuela,” set to take place at the Kaseya Center on Sunday, Aug. 16, boasts a lineup that includes Marc Anthony, Ricardo Montaner, Feid, Jay Whe
A Michigan man is facing felony charges after Miami police say he sold a stolen $116,000 luxury watch to a local jewelry store using false documentation. According to the affidavit, the case began Sept. 30, 2024, when a victim in California messaged an Instagram account for “Gallery Watch Spot,” off
More than four decades after a truck driver stumbled upon skeletal remains off U.S. 27 in the Everglades, the Broward Sheriff’s Office has finally put a name to the victim but her killer remains at large. In a press release, BSO identified the woman as Shelia Ann Nichols, originally from Decatur, Ge
The National Hurricane Center has officially indicated an area in the northeastern Gulf with a low (20%) chance of tropical development over the next seven days.This graphic shows the tropical outlook over the next seven days. CBS News Miami The highlighted area of potential development falls over N
We're less than a week into the new season of Big Brother, and there is already so much to break down and talk about. To help us do that, Big Brother host Julie Chen Moonves joined CBS News Miami's Austin Carter to discuss what's been going on inside the house so far.
A South Florida woman was surprised to receive a new license plate with her vehicle registration renewal that she feels carries an inappropriate message.Pompano Beach resident Nancy Dello Stritto, who is almost 77 years old, opened her mail to find a license plate reading "SQZ A55." She told CBS New
A South Florida family is pleading for the release of a Colombian father who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement while on his way to work, despite having a pending political asylum application, according to his daughter.Maria Alejandra Betancur said her father, Carlos Hugo Betan
Deputies with the Broward Sheriff's Office were seen in two areas of the same neighborhood while they investigated an overnight shooting near Fort Lauderdale.According to information provided by the Broward Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the 2800 block of Northwest
Happy Wednesday, South Florida! A heat advisory has been issued for Miami-Dade and Broward counties this afternoon. High temperatures will soar into the mid-90s and it will feel as hot as 110 degrees when you factor in the humidity. It’s very important that you stay hydrated and take frequent breaks
The NEXT Weather Team continues to track toasty and hazy conditions with another heat advisory in effect for South Florida today.The heat advisories in effect in South Florida on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. CBS News Miami The heat advisory will be in effect for metro Broward and Miami-Dade counties fr
The chances of seeing showers and thunderstorms in South Florida remain low due to Saharan dust, but temperatures are continuing to rise with feels-like temperatures nearing 110 degrees on Wednesday afternoon leading to heat advisories.
CBS News Miami is giving you some solutions on Making Ends Meet, so if you need some relaxation and self-care without breaking the bank, you’re in luck because Miami Spa Month is in full swing with some epic deals to help you save cash.
The Chef: Juan Pablo AbbasThe Restaurant: The Wagyu Bar, Coral GablesThe Dish: Wagyu Picanha Crostini Ingredients: For Crostini: American Wagyu Picanha 1 baguette, sliced into crostini pieces 1-2 ripe avocados, sliced chimichurri flaky salt olive oil For the Chimichurri: 1 cup fresh parsley, finely
A shooting investigation is taking place near Fort Lauderdale as Broward deputies focus their attention on an SUV with bullet holes in it as well as shattered glass. CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has breaking details.
The heat continues as rain chances increase
This comes as a man from St Augustine was killed after fleeing from ICE agents.
Florida put to death one of its oldest prisoners in its history on Tuesday, a 74-year-old convicted murderer who was one of three older inmates scheduled for execution within the span of a month in the nation's busiest death penalty state.Dennis Sochor was pronounced dead at 6:16 p.m. following a th
A man who was previously spared a lengthy prison sentence for the fatal shooting of his friend is now headed to prison after violating his probation, according to a ruling in Miami-Dade circuit court.Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Ellen Sue Venzer expressed deep disappointment in 23-year-old Ja'twan Phill
As South Florida continues to endure a stretch of extreme summer heat, frequent heat advisories are prompting residents and city officials to take precautions against rising temperatures.At Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale, pet owners have been flocking to the water to help their dogs escape the oppre
Health officials have given the all clear for three South Florida beaches. The Florida Department of Health says Golden Beach, Bark Beach and North Shore Ocean Terrace are now safe for swimming and other water-related activities. Samples taken over the past few days showed high levels of bacteria in
A doctor accused of administering drugs during a psychedelic treatment ceremony in Miami Beach that resulted in a woman's death is facing a manslaughter charge, more than a year after the incident occurred.Dr. Samuel Lee, 44, was arrested on a second-degree felony manslaughter charge in connection w
June and July were unusually dry with quiet rain activity but rain chances could slightly go up.
The lawsuit is alleging that Miami Police and FDLE has not completed their investigation over a year after the shooting.
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup may be scarce and very expensive, but there are several ways soccer fans can watch all 104 matches scheduled across the United States, Mexico and Canada in the tournament now underway. "Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl every single day for five week
In a match Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. It marks Spain's second-ever appearance in a World Cup fi
Antwon Smith, an employee with Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation, recently experienced symptoms of heat exhaustion while working at a city park.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue rushed the girl to a hospital to be treated and she was later released.
Dr. Samuel Lee, 44, was arrested on a second-degree felony manslaughter charge in connection with the February 10, 2025, death of Tina Sodhi, according to an arrest warrant obtained by CBS News Miami.
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies.Attorneys general from the 12 states, led by California Attorney General Rob
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