As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding this July 4th, we have an opportunity to reflect on the principles that have guided America for two and a half centuries: liberty, self-government, and the power of citizens to shape their future through the ballot box. Few rights are mo
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Twenty-Two Young Women Earn Girl Scouting’s Highest Honor Through Transformational Community Service Projects Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida recognized 22 outstanding young women from Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Indian River counties with the prestigious 2026 Girl Scouts
A man has been arrested again for allegedly exposing himself to another woman. Authorities tacked on an additional indecent exposure charge against 50-year-old Rogerio Miranda De Souza, who was previously arrested for a similar act last month. Police say another woman accused him of exposing himself
(CNN) — An amateur metal detectorist unearthed an “extraordinary” gold ring dating back to Roman times in a field in Somerset, south-west England. Kevin Minto, a trucker and former soldier, made the amazing discovery while exploring the patch of land near Ilminster. The ring has now been acquired by
Chicago (CNN) — At the top of the Obama Presidential Center, in its sunlit Sky Room is where you’re meant to take it all in. The panoramic views are impressive: Surrounding the campus is Chicago’s South and West Sides, as well as the ultramarine of Lake Michigan. But, more than that,it’s a moment to
As Miami prepares for increased visitors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Coconut Grove will host “The Grove Cup,” a public watch party and neighborhood events taking place throughout the tournament. “The Grove Cup” will kick off with a public Brazil vs. Morocco Watch Party at Peacock Park on Saturda
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office released new details in the murder-suicide of a mother, father, and their two daughters found inside a Doral home on Tuesday night. MDSO posted an update Thursday afternoon about the incident in the Doral Isles neighborhood, near Northwest 111th Court and 72nd Terrace
In the final week of preparations for the FIFA World Cup, the White House Task Force assigned to the event stopped by South Florida to discuss the enhanced security measures in place. As South Florida prepares for hundreds of thousands of soccer fans from all over the world to visit for the World Cu
Industrial investors have been active in South Florida’s warehouse market this week, with two buyers closing a pair of deals totaling more than $116 million in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Atlanta-based Republic National Distributing Company, one of the country’s largest alcohol distributors, so
After a soggy and unsettled stretch of weather, our weather pattern is about to take a turn for the better — just in time for the first weekend of June. Those gradual changes have already been noticed this Thursday as the bulk of the activity has been focused across southern Miami-Dade and parts of
Police believe that a woman whose body washed ashore along a popular South Florida beach on Wednesday evening was either snorkeling or diving.Hollywood police announced Thursday afternoon that they were able to identify the woman as a "30-year-old white female" after the disturbing discovery on Holl
What first appeared to be an aquatic concern turned out to be mother nature in action. A 7News viewer reported what looked like struggling Dolphins, but turned out to be a manatee mating herd. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials said these herds consist of one female being pu
It's time to tell the story of a retired South Florida educator who traded the classroom for a superhero cape to promote childhood literacy! In this week's "Miami Life," Jim Berry shows us how this real-life literacy superhero uses high-energy storytelling – and his alter ego READ MAN – to help kids
Miami Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 51-year-old Yolanda Fleming, who was reported missing Thursday. Fleming was last seen in the Model City area wearing a black-and-white striped dress and a green scarf, according to the Miami Police Department’s Special Victims Unit. Fleming i
Police say Justin Zelin fell 25 stories to his death from the Akoya Condominium in Miami Beach.
Washington — The decision by many performers to back out of a concert series for the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding almost as soon as the lineup was announced last week revealed confusion surrounding plans for America's big birthday bash in the nation's capital. There are two
Lawyers for what is currently called the Trump Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts are instructing staff to immediately begin switching the name of the facility back to its original title.The instructions, laid out in a memo sent Thursday by the center's general counsel and obtained by CBS News,
From legendary Italian spots like Caffe Abbracci to newcomers like Bar Bucce, here are the 15 best Italian restaurants in Miami.
A longtime South Florida real estate agent, her two daughters and their father were found stabbed to death inside a Doral home in what investigators believe was a murder-suicide. Police said they found Melanie Hyer, 46, Savannah Whiten, 11, Sienna Whiten, 8, and Ryan Charles Whiten, 42, during a wel
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is upon us, and you don't want to wait until the last minute to prepare for a monster hurricane as it's bearing down on South Florida.Safety is a top priority for Florida Power and Light and is the cornerstone of the utility company's commitment to customers and it
Peter Thiel’s family office leased space at OKO Group and Cain International’s 830 Brickell tower in a record deal for Miami-Dade County. The deal is for $250 per square foot for nearly 18,200 square feet of space on the 44th floor of the building, with Thiel’s family office taking over part of the
On this episode hosted by Carlos Ribero, Chairman of the Greater Kendall Business Association, guest Maricel Miranda, Director of Business Development at ITva Technologies, joins the conversation to discuss business growth, technology solutions, and innovation in today’s evolving marketplace. They e
The all clear has been given to some residents in Pembroke Pines after they were advised to shelter in place during an investigation early Thursday morning, according to police.In a post on X, the Pembroke Pines Police Department said that officers were working to serve an arrest warrant in the Camd
Michael Comras wants to turn a service alley and vacant storefronts from Lincoln Road to North Lincoln Lane in Miami Beach into a pedestrian retail destination lined with boutiques, cafés and outdoor seating. The investor filed plans with the Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board for renovations t
The CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking more rounds of rain in the forecast for Thursday across South Florida, including another risk for isolated flooding.Scattered morning showers across the Keys will grow more widespread across Miami-Dade and Broward as we head into the afternoon.There i
South Florida is still at risk of seeing some heavy downpours on Thursday, and that could lead to more reports of isolated flash flooding.
Current Miami Springs Police Chief Matthew Castillo has been introduced as the new Chief of Police for the Doral Police Department. He will assume his role on June 15 with. Formal swearing-in ceremony to be held on June 17.
Attendees at FIFA World Cup matches will not be allowed to bring in reusable water bottles due to safety concerns, and that's concerning to officials worried about heat-related illnesses.
Questions remain and an investigation continues in Hollywood after a woman's body washed up on Hollywood Beach on Wednesday evening. CBS News Miami's Marybel Rodriguez spoke with residents in the area about the disturbing discovery.
A Florida Keys man is facing several charges after investigators say he was driving drunk with a child in his truck and threatened a deputy and their family, according to the sheriff's office.The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said they arrested 38-year-old Jamie Allan Koval, of Big Pine Key, on Wed
A new Coconut Grove bodega founded by brothers feels like old Miami with house-made sandwiches, a market, and plenty of love.
After testing the waters on buyer demand and locking in more than $1 billion worth of unit reservations, 13th Floor Investments and Key International launched sales of the Nobu-branded condo tower planned for Brickell. The developers are moving full steam ahead with 619 Brickell by Nobu, designed by
The only police chief Miami Springs has known since 2025 is heading to a new city but staying close to home. Matthew Castillo, who rose through every rank of the Miami Springs Police Department over a 16-year career, has been appointed Chief of Police for the City of Doral. He officially assumes the
"He basically forced himself on me," Sarah Kellen, who worked with Epstein for 15 years, said of Levine.
We're hearing the air traffic control audio from a close call in South Florida after a plane came within about 500 feet of a JetBlue airplane that was getting ready to land at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Monday night.
A popular Miami pizza spot has just been ranked as the No. 3 slice spot in the U.S. for its delicious thin-crust pies.
Cuba is dealing with several major blows to the economy this week and they’re all tied to the latest sanctions by the U.S. against the regime. CBS News Miami’s Erika Gonzalez has more.
Google is asking for federal approval to release up to 32 million "good" mosquitoes in Florida and California as part of an effort to reduce populations of disease-carrying insects. The proposal comes from Google's life sciences company, Verily, through its Debug mosquito-control program press relea
A Miami-Dade man has been arrested for the second time in less than a month after a woman accused him of exposing himself to her.
The singer's three Florida shows, including two in Miami and one in Orlando, will be rescheduled.
A colorful new coffee shop has opened in Miami Beach with "soft serve affogato," matcha drinks, and breakfast sandwiches.
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