The Black Affairs Advisory Board’s Black Heritage Planning Committee (BHPC) hosted its annual “Community Pillar” awards and “Young Pillar” scholarship presentations on June 20 with a brunch at the Marshall L. Davis African Heritage Cultural Arts Center in Miami’s Liberty City. This year’s Community
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Florida elected officials from both chambers of Congress, along with the state's two U.S. senators, are mourning the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, praising his decades of military service, national security work and bipartisan efforts on immigration. U.S. Sen. Rick Scott called Graham "a good f
A 2-year-old boy is in critical condition after a near drowning at a North Lauderdale home Sunday morning, according to first responders. Emergency crews responded around 10:30 a.m. to the 6600 block of Pebble Beach after receiving reports that a toddler had been pulled from a swimming pool. The chi
Florida health officials warn swimmers to avoid three Miami-Dade beaches after unsafe bacteria levels are detected. With Saharan dust blocking rain, expect relentless heat and triple-digit “feels like” temps. Stay safe and check advisories before heading out.
Firefighters gain control of the Summit Fire west of Los Angeles, while wildfires threaten homes in California and Colorado. Meanwhile, heat waves scorch millions and severe storms flood New Orleans and batter Philadelphia, highlighting weather extremes nationwide.
Miami Beach Fire Rescue evacuated a building after flames from a manhole fire spread to an electrical vault near Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue. Three people suffered minor injuries, but the fire is under control and power has been shut off to the building.
Miami residents are learning how to better protect themselves as the Miami Downtown Development Authority expands its efforts to improve public safety through self-defense training and enhanced security measures. Kylie Russell said she's lived in downtown Miami for nine years and has watched the are
Every dog has itsday, and for Jonah, it was at loan Depot Park on Sunday. “It’s been pretty crazy. First reaction is just couldn’t stop laughing, but he’s such a good boy and all the attention is deserved,” said Silveira. A June visit left quite the impression on social media. “I was working the day
A possible explosive emergency closed off the streets in Miami Beach and sent several people to the hospital. There was panic and fear among those nearby as fire beneath the streets of Miami Beach quickly turned into something much larger. “I hear a boom,” said a bystander. “I just heard this loud e
Police seek the public’s help in their search for a 28-year-old man who was reported missing from Miami. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Michael-Anthony Leones Espino was last seen on July 12 at approximately 12:30 p.m. on the 14200 Block of Southwest 161st Court
Reality television personality Tommie Lee -- whose real name is Atasha Jefferson -- best known for her appearances on "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta," was among six people arrested during the England vs. Norway FIFA World Cup match in Miami on Saturday, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. The sh
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, 71, died Saturday evening following a "brief and sudden illness," his office said in a statement. His death came shortly after returning from a trip to Ukraine and ahead of a scheduled appearance on Sunday's "Meet the Press." "Senator Graham's family appreciates praye
The City of Miami Police Department Special Victims Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing man. According to Miami Police, 76-year-old Dieufait Servius was last seen in the Little Haiti area on July 12. Servius stands at 5 feet, 9 inches, and weighs 130 pounds. He has white
Washington — Tributes began pouring in early Sunday as foreign leaders and American politicians reacted to the death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, who died after a "brief and sudden illness" Saturday.Graham, a four-term senator and outspoken foreign policy hawk, was 71.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office reports six arrests and 19 ejections during the England vs. Norway World Cup match, with 60,024 fans in attendance. Among those arrested was Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta's Tommie Lee. MDSO says all incidents were isolated and handled swiftly—this is all the agency has rele
The Downtown Development Authority is stepping up safety in downtown Miami with free self-defense classes for residents. The initiative—part of a broader push that includes increased police presence and expanded security measures—aims to empower the community and reduce crime rates.
MIAMI (AP) — Joey Cantillo struck out nine over five innings of one-run ball, Brayan Rocchio homered and drove in two and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Miami Marlins 5-2 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep. Rookie Chase DeLauter also went deep while Steven Kwan and Khalil Watson each had two
ATLANTA (AP) — It’s a World Cup semifinal lineup for the ages. Four previous champions and the four top-ranking teams in the world. Five of the six top scorers, one GOAT and one of the bitterest rivalries in soccer. Argentina, Spain, France and England went into the tournament as the top four in FIF
A young boy is fighting for his life after police found him unresponsive in a North Lauderdale pool. According to officials, a two-year-old boy was taken to the hospital in grave condition on Sunday. Broward County deputies taped off a North Lauderdale home for hours as they continue their investiga
MIAMI (AP) — Tanner Bibee threw 6 2/3 solid innings, Steven Kwan and Patrick Bailey hit two-run doubles and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Miami Marlins 4-1 on Saturday. Gabriel Arias had three hits for the Guardians, who clinched the series after winning the opener 3-2 on Friday. The Marlins, who
Police seek the public’s help in their search for a 25-year-old man who was reported missing from Miami. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Bureau, Skylar Aguirre was last seen on July 9 at approximately 7:00 a.m. at the 14200 Block of Southwest 91st Street. Aguirre stands
The race for who will be the next governor of Florida has, for lack of a better term, been a snoozer in terms of drama.With just a bit more than a month to go before the primary election on August 18, polls show Byron Donalds lapping the field for the Republican nomination while David Jolly has a so
As he approaches the end of his time in office, Governor Ron DeSantis broke out his budget veto pen one last time. He axed about $1.7 billion from the state's $117.6 billion budget; approximately $95 million in state funding earmarked for projects here in South Florida was canceled. Miami-Dade lost
Florida State Rep. Dotie Joseph makes her case as she aims to be the Democratic nominee in the race for Florida governor.
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed billions of dollars from the Florida state budget. How is South Florida impacted?
A journey across hundreds of miles ended in a reunion between a dog and the son of her owner. The 12-year-old beagle, named Rosie, was found hundreds of miles from home a few months ago. She was brought to iHeart Dog Rescue in Pompano Beach, where volunteers traced her to a shelter in Maryland. Unfo
A journey across hundreds of miles ended in a reunion between a dog and the son of her owner. The 12-year-old beagle, named Rosie, was found hundreds of miles from home. She was brought to iHeart Dog Rescue in Pompano Beach, where volunteers traced her to a shelter in Maryland. Unfortunately, the do
The NEXT Weather Team is tracking another hot and humid day across South Florida. High humidity levels combined with the real temperatures are pushing the feels-like temperatures into the triple digits from Pompano Beach to Key West. CBS News Miami CBS News Miami The National Weather Service has tri
Team Argentina fans gathered on Saturday evening at Manolo in Miami Beach to watch their team in the quarter finals against Switzerland. The crowd of fans wearing blue and white erupted in cheers as the team scored their first goal, and the celebration continued until Argentina’s victory. The defend
Team Argentina fans gathered on Saturday evening at Manolo in Miami Beach to watch their team in the quarter finals against Switzerland. The crowd of fans wearing blue and white erupted in cheers as the team scored their first goal, and the celebration continued until Argentina’s victory. The defend
In downtown Wilmington, North Carolina, stands a memorial that's easy to pass – six bronze paddles stretching toward the sky. The plaque is hard to read in places, not because the words have washed away, but because what they say is so hard to believe.There aren't many tours that tell the tale
The NEXT Weather Team is tracking another hot and humid day across South Florida. High humidity levels combined with the real temperatures are pushing the feels-like temperatures into the triple digits from Pompano Beach to Key West.
Steve Maugeri shares practical tips on how to stay safe amid rising temps in the South Florida region.
The former National Football League quarterback Teddy Bridgewater celebrated a new Florida law bearing his name at a ceremonial signing ceremony. The ‘Teddy Bridgewater Act’ allows high school coaches to spend up to $15,000 of their own money on food, transportation, and recovery services for player
Nearly 20 people are still unaccounted for after a wildfire ripped through a tinder-dry area close to Spain’s Mediterranean coast on Thursday, according to regional officials. At least 12 people were killed by the rapidly spreading blaze, and four received severe burns. The wildfire – near Almeria o
Bring out your biggest cutting board, because we’ve got a cool tasty dish that you can serve up in many ways. Get ready to cook as we grab a Bite with Belkys. Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenders 2 tbs olive oil 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp salt and pepper 1/3 cup kalama
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Perhaps it is in Argentina’s character that the reigning World Cup champion always finds a way to win. Perhaps it is simply its ability to suffer. Whether it was tiny Cape Verde taking them to extra time, or Egypt burying them in a two-goal hole late in their match, Lionel Me
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles’ “Hey Jude.” Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to lift
As we often experience in July, very hot days under a blanket of Saharan dust are on tap for this week. This will result in a very quiet weather pattern across South Florida with low rain chances hovering at a 10-20% risk all week long. The dust peaks in strength today into tomorrow, leading to very
Our sizzling summer continues, south Florida. For a full month now, we’ve been baking with above average temperatures! On Saturday another round of Heat Advisories were issued, lasting most of the day. Shown below, there was also a lot of of high cloudiness with building haze. Additional haze is com
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
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