Bagpipes and caipirinhas: Brazil and Scotland take over Miami
Brazil and Scotland soccer fans joined together to watch Wednesday's World Cup match, turning Miami into a giant unified party.
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2 men hospitalized after jet ski collision near Miami Marine Stadium, fire officials say
Two men were rushed to the hospital after a jet ski collision near the Miami Marine Stadium, fire officials said. According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, they received a report of a collision involving a personal watercraft off of the Rickenbacker Causeway, and are assisting the city of Miami Fire Resc
South Florida woman recounts harrowing earthquake experience in Venezuela
Many in South Florida’s Venezuelan community are concerned about loved ones back in their homeland following two strong earthquakes that rocked the nation on Wednesday night. For Maria Suarez, who was in Venezuela when the earthquake struck, visits to her 96-year-old mother in Venezuela are extremel
Team USA relishes historic chance to finish group stage undefeated in final match against Turkey
While the United States’ men’s soccer team has already secured their spot in the knockout stage, the squad has a chance to finish the group stage undefeated, something that hasn’t happened since 1930. When Team USA and Turkey take to the pitch Thursday night, nothing for the World Cup’s knockout sta
Man reportedly wounded after a shooting spanning 3 scenes in a Miami Gardens neighborhood, police say
A man was reportedly wounded Thursday afternoon after gunfire erupted in a Miami Gardens neighborhood, prompting a heavy police response and the sealing off of multiple businesses.Witnesses reported hearing gunfire just before 1 p.m., causing alarm in the vicinity of the intersection of Northwest 47
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule and how to watch
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
Miami Gardens shooting investigation spans 3 crime scenes, officials say
A man is injured as a result but his condition is unknown
Venezuelans in South Florida worry about their loved ones in the country after powerful earthquakes
As the death toll increases, Venezuelans living in South Florida, especially Doral, are feeling worry for their loved ones in their home country.
Disappointed dog who watched other dog eat hot dog during Marlins game lands VIP day at park
A dog who went viral for his patience while at a baseball game is getting a dream invite to the ball park. During Monday night’s game between the Marlins and Rangers at loanDepot Park, cameras captured 6-year-old Jonah staring at another dog just inches away who was happily chowing down on a hot dog
2 in critical but stable condition following jet ski collision at Miami Marine Stadium
Trouble on the water sends two people to the hospital after a pair of personal watercrafts collided. According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, crews responded to reports of two jet skis crashing into each other on the water at the Miami Marine Stadium along the Rickenbacker Causeway. 7Skyforce hovered ov
About 140 new laws will take effect in Florida on July 1, from Trump Airport to state budgets and more
About 140 laws from the regular session and a trio of special sessions are set to take effect July 1, the start of the state's fiscal year.The changes range from regulations for massive data centers and renaming Palm Beach International Airport for President Donald Trump to prohibiting local rules o
Olivia Rodrigo brings stupid love to New York City in ‘Stupid Song’ music video
Sometimes, people can be so in love that words just can’t fully express it. Like, “I’m so in love that I think about you even while I’m with my spouse!” doesn’t quite hit right. But Olivia Rodrigo tries her best in the new song, “Stupid Song.” Sometimes love makes perfect sense. Sometimes, it makes
Hollywood gas station combines fuel and kosher food offered by The Lucky Dip, Lucky Dog
South Florida has a bunch of kosher restaurants. There are plenty of gas stations, too. So—what could I possibly be getting at here? Well, Deco’s discovered a place where you can fill your tank—and your belly. This looks like a typical motorist, gassing up at a typical Hollywood gas station. But the
Drop-off locations across Miami-Dade for Venezuela earthquake relief drive
Hours after two strong earthquakes rocked parts of Venezuela, the City of Doral in partnership with the Global Empowerment Mission is collection essential relief supplies to support communities affected by the quake. GEM is asking the public to donate the following items: canned goods and other nonp
Venezuela earthquakes leave nearly 200 dead as South Florida organization prepares to send aid
A South Florida based organization is rushing to gather aid and supplies to send to Venezuela after powerful back-to-back earthquakes left at least 188 people dead and 1,500 people injured on Wednesday – and those numbers are expected to rise.Doral-based Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) announ
Global Empowerment Mission collecting supplies, cash donations as crews head to quake-impacted Venezuela
Humanitarian groups in South Florida are wasting no time getting to work to help the victims of two back-to-back earthquakes that caused catastrophic damage across the country and left at least 188 people dead. In a natural disaster, every minute matters, and few local organizations really know that
Gov. DeSantis confirms Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" shutting down operations, all detainees relocated
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference at "Alligator Alcatraz" on Thursday morning and confirmed that the mission at the controversial immigration detention facility was completed and all the detainees have been relocated.DeSantis made the announcement alongside White House Border Czar Tom
Two Georgia men accused of using forged World Cup credentials at Miami Stadium
Two Georgia men were arrested during Wednesday night’s FIFA World Cup match between Brazil and Scotland at Miami Stadium after, investigators said, they used fraudulent credentials to escort fans into the venue for money. Kareem Thomas of Macon and Stanthony Bernard Ballard of Atlanta are each charg
South Florida stays hot, humid on Thursday with more chances of showers and storms
An air quality alert is in effect until 3 p.m. for Miami-Dade due to some smoke from the wildfires that continue to burn.Residents with respiratory conditions should limit times outdoors due to the potential for lower air quality at times.The air quality alerts in South Florida on Thursday, June 25,
South Florida's summertime heat, humidity sticking around through the rest of the week
The summertime heat and humidity in South Florida aren't going anywhere are the region continues to see feels-like temperatures in the upper 90s and triple digits.
Florida AG touts state's healthcare fraud crackdown during stop in South Florida
Attorney General James Uthmeier made a stop in South Florida on Thursday touting the state’s crackdown on healthcare fraud worth millions. CBS News Miami’s Ivan Taylor has more from Miami.
U.S. Supreme Court sides with Trump to end TPS for Haitian, Syrian immigrants
The Haitian community in South Florida is now wondering what’s next after the United States Supreme Court sided with President Donald Trump to end temporary protective status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians. CBS News Miami’s Tania Francois has more on the ruling.
Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center has closed, governor says
The Florida Everglades immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” has served its purpose, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday, closing the makeshift facility heralded by the Trump administration and denounced as inhumane by civil rights groups. DeSantis said the center was always meant t
South Florida residents stepping up in wake of Venezuelan earthquakes to help victims
When tragedy strikes, South Florida always stands ready to lend a helping hand, especially being home to a large Venezuelan community. CBS News Miami's Steve Maugeri is at Doral-based Global Empowerment Mission where South Floridians have been stepping up and offering donations in the wake of powerf
Supreme Court lets Trump strip deportation protections from Syrians and Haitians
Washington — The Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections that have allowed them to live and work in the United States.In a pair of cases that tested a key aspect
Florida set to execute man who beat wife with brick, repeatedly stabbed her in chest
A Florida man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago is set to be executed Thursday evening.Dusty Ray Spencer, 74, is scheduled to receive a three-drug injection starting at 6 p.m. at Florida State Prison near Starke for the 1992 stabbing death of his wife Karen.If carried out, this woul
SCATTERED STORMS ACROSS SOFLO
Happy Thursday, June 25, 2026, South Florida! Hopefully everyone dealt with Wednesday’s severe thunderstorms okay. The rain and thunderstorms helped keep the temperatures in check. And with worsening drought conditions across South Florida, we will welcome any rain we can get. This morning condition
See the full U.S. men's soccer schedule for the 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Men's National Team kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign Friday on home turf at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay. It's the first time in 32 years that the U.S. is hosting the World Cup, this time as one of three host nations alongside Canada
How to help Venezuela after deadly back-to-back earthquakes
Organizations from around the world have started to mobilize to gather much-needed aid and supplies to send to Venezuela after parts of the South American nation were devastated by back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday.As of Thursday morning, nearly 200 people were reportedly killed in the earthquak
GEM seeking donations as organization quickly mobilizes to send aid to Venezuela
Global Empowerment Mission, which is based in Doral, is seeking donations as the organization quickly mobilizes to send much-needed aid to Venezuela after deadly back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday. CBS News Miami's Steve Maugeri has more from Doral.
Concern and anxiety in South Florida’s Venezuelan communities in wake of deadly earthquakes
South Florida’s Venezuelan communities are expressing concerns for loved ones back home in the aftermath of two powerful and deadly earthquakes that rocked the South American country. As heartbreaking images continue to pour in from Venezuela, thousands of people thousands of miles away are frantica
Concern and anxiety in South Florida’s Venezuelan communities in wake of deadly earthquakes; GEM asking for donations
South Florida’s Venezuelan communities are expressing concerns for loved ones back home in the aftermath of two powerful and deadly earthquakes that rocked the South American country, and now a local organization is preparing to send help. As heartbreaking images continue to pour in from Venezuela,
South Florida to see another hot, humid day on Thursday with more triple-digit feels-like temps
Thursday is expected to be another hot and humid day across South Florida with feels-like temperatures reaching into the upper 90s and low 100s. Anyone who is expected to be outdoors during the afternoon hours should take precautions to prevent heat-related illness.
Aid from South Florida being sent to Venezuela after deadly back-to-back earthquakes
Two powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela on Wednesday leaving dozens dead and injuring hundreds more, and Global Empowerment Mission is preparing to send aid to the South American country to help with recovery missions. CBS News Miami's Steve Maugeri has more from Doral.
Miami-Dade provides a shuttle service to help fans navigate FIFA World Cup traffic: "It's really efficient"
As fans leave Miami Stadium following World Cup matches, many are finding a way to bypass heavy gridlock by utilizing a free, county-run shuttle system.The service, which operates from four locations across the county, provides an alternative to navigating the traffic that plagued the tournament's f
Rain chances could decrease in South Florida due to incoming saharan dust
The drier air will have rain chances diminish by the weekend.
Miami-Dade County is offering interest free loans for condo owners until the end of the month
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said that the county has about 15 million dollars earmarked for these loans.
Miami-Dade provides free shuttle buses for World Cup ticket holders to go to the stadium
The service, which operates from four locations across the county, provides an alternative to navigating the traffic that plagued the tournament's first match on June 15.
South Florida's Venezuelan community worried for their loved ones as powerful earthquakes strike
A state of emergency was declared by Venezuela's acting president as a result, with the airport closed due to structural damage.
South Florida marks 5 years since Surfside's Champlain Towers collapse as families still seek answers
Residents, family members and community leaders gathered early Wednesday morning in Surfside to mark five years since the collapse of Champlain Towers South, a tragedy that killed 98 people and forever changed the South Florida community.The annual Lighting of the Torch ceremony took place at 1:15 a
4 people accused of cheating on Miami-Dade Driver's License written exam using hidden cameras and microphones
Miami-Dade County officials are investigating a scheme where at least four people allegedly used hidden electronic devices to cheat on written driver's license exams, the county tax collector said.Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernández said the suspects were caught at multiple testi