Florida lawmakers could vote as early as Tuesday on a plan to lower property taxes. The Senate Appropriations Committee approved the plan from Gov. Ron DeSantis while a House committee voted on a plan that was slightly different.
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On its parental resource page, OpenAI says ChatGPT is built with safety in mind."Not so," according to a lawsuit filed by Florida State Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday. The phrase was accompanied by a screenshot of an OpenAI post about safety and transparency at the start of the complaint.
🏆 Residential: The priciest home sale recorded in South Florida was at Fort Partners’ Seaway at the Surf Club at 9149 Collins Avenue in Surfside. A company tied to the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands purchased a 4,500-square-foot condo at the luxury development for $27.1 million. The deal b
A South Florida creator is turning language learning into a fun, new experience for kids trying to learn another language.Mother Dania Mas and her 6-year-old daughter are fully engaged in a game called Feppy, a hands-on learning experience built around three core elements – books, songs, and g
As demand for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets grows, ticket brokers are warning fans to avoid buying from strangers on social media, where scammers are increasingly targeting desperate buyers with fake offers that can lead to costly losses.World Cup ticket sellers see scammers hunting desperate buyers o
South Florida will once again deal with hot and humid conditions today, but the bigger weather story will be the potential for strong thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Temperatures will quickly climb into the low and middle 90’s under periods of sunshine this morning. Combined with the humid
In Tuesday’s Miami Proud we’re highlighting a local creator who is turning language learning into something fun. CBS News Miami's Najahe Sherman shows us how “Feppy” is helping to shape the next generation of bilingual learners.
Another round of scattered thunderstorms is expected across parts of South Floirda on Tuesday.We enjoyed mostly dry conditions on Tuesday morning with temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s. High temperatures will again soar into the low 90s on Tuesday with some record heat possible.Temperatures
There could be some strong to severe thunderstorms in parts of South Florida on Tuesday afternoon with the potential of seeing flash flooding before drier conditions arrive by the weekend.
Florida lawmakers could vote as early as Tuesday on a plan to lower property taxes. The Senate Appropriations Committee approved the plan from Gov. Ron DeSantis while a House committee voted on a plan that was slightly different.
A Miami-Dade County high school teacher has spent the past day in a jail cell after, authorities said, he embarked on a year-long romantic relationship with a student who was 17 years old at the time it started, and detectives are worried there could be more victims. According to the Miami-Dade Sher
A South Florida teacher is expected to appear in court on Tuesday after he was arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a student, according to deputies.The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said that detectives with the Special Victims Bureau arrested Michael J. Enriquez, a teacher with M
A Miami-Dade teacher is expected in court on Tuesday after he was accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. CBS News Miami’s Marybel Rodriguez has the report.
A car crashed into a southwest Miami-Dade home Sunday evening, leaving the structure unlivable and displacing a family of five, authorities said.The crash happened near the intersection of Monroe Street and Douglass Drive and involved two vehicles, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. Doorb
After a steamy stretch with heavy showers and storms, South Florida can expect more wet weather through Thursday—but cooler, drier air is on the way for the weekend. Meteorologist Nick Mariano breaks down the timing and what to expect next.
American Senior High School teacher Michael Enriquez is behind bars, accused of abusing a 17-year-old student. Investigators say conversations between the teacher and student allegedly turned sexual and physical, leading to Enriquez’s arrest.
Home surveillance video shows the terrifying moment two cars collide, sending one crashing into a Southwest Miami-Dade family's front porch. Five residents escaped injury, but the home was badly damaged and the family is now displaced. Three people were hospitalized as neighbors rushed to help.
A 16-year veteran of Miami Fire Rescue, Maximo Vasquez, is behind bars after allegedly assaulting his wife in a violent incident sparked by an argument. This is his second arrest in a year. Miami Fire Rescue has launched an internal investigation as Vasquez faces multiple charges, including aggravat
A man reunited with the woman he helped save after she was brutally attacked in a violent assault in downtown Miami that left her severely wounded and partially blind in one eye. Weeks after Caitlin Dydzuhn was viciously attacked at random by a homeless man while walking her dog outside of her apart
WASHINGTON (WSVN) – U.S. President Donald Trump has tapped Florida’s outgoing House speaker to be ambassador to Brazil. Republican Daniel Perez is the latest South Florida lawmaker named to a prominent diplomatic post. The 38-year old served as the speaker of the Florida House of Representatives sin
Sandy Alcantara pitched seven steady innings and the Miami Marlins hit three home runs, snapping their five-game losing streak with a 7-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Monday night.After yielding 14 runs over his previous two starts, Alcantara (4-4) allowed three runs and seven hits this time
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sandy Alcantara pitched seven steady innings and the Miami Marlins hit three home runs, snapping their five-game losing streak with a 7-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Monday night. After yielding 14 runs over his previous two starts, Alcantara (4-4) allowed three runs and s
As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins, the NEXT Weather team is once again reminding South Florida residents that preparation can make all the difference when a storm threatens.While seasonal outlooks call for a less active year than recent seasons, meteorologists stress that it only takes on
CBS News Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are teaming up to help South Florida residents prepare for hurricane season with a series of community supply distributions scheduled for June 6.The organizations will host hurricane preparedness distributions at four locations acr
It’s a sizzling start to the month of June. On Monday, Miami peaked at 94-degrees, a new record for the date. Interestingly, Ft. Lauderdale was even hotter at 95-degrees (but came up a couple degrees shy of a record in Broward). Strong sunshine held on through the start of the afternoon. That’s what
Miami’s next big fashion names are ready to take center stage. And trust us, these looks aren’t off the rack. The Miami Fashion Institute is turning the Freedom Tower into a full-on runway for its 2026 graduate show. From stitches to spotlights, these students are proving the future of fashion is se
On this episode of In the Know, host Willard Shepard sits down with Professor Donald Jones for an informative discussion on the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the Supreme Court decisions that have shaped its application over time. Together, they explore the historical significance of the Voting Right
The real estate arm of billionaire Len Blavatnik’s Access Industries scored a $225 million refinancing of the debt backing the Faena District, The Real Deal has learned. J.P. Morgan increased the loan backing the district by $55 million, according to Access Real Estate, a division of New York-based
Comedy Calendar shares the ups & downs in the comedy world of South Florida. Special lineups you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re in Miami, Broward, or Palm Beach, we’ve got your guide to where the laughs are cooking this week. Buy tickets : www.Miamiimprov.com South Florida’s Open Mic Spreadsheet
David Steward II, the son of billionaire tech entrepreneur David Steward, dropped $17 million for a horse farm in Wellington’s Grand Prix Farms community, according to property records. The younger Steward, CEO of Lion Forge Entertainment, purchased the 7.82-acre double lot at 3351 Grand Prix Farms
On this episode of Business Beyond the Beach, hosted by Brittnie Bassant, we welcome Mehdi Khachani, Founder of Sunny Bliss, for an engaging conversation about entrepreneurship, wellness, and building a purpose-driven brand. Mehdi shares the inspiration behind Sunny Bliss, the journey of launching a
A family firm bought a 15-acre retail and office complex near Boca Raton for $40 million, amid softer South Florida commercial real estate deal activity. Interface Properties, a Boca Raton-based firm led by Zac and Ken Goodman, purchased the 189,500-square-foot Fountains Center at Powerline Road and
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, the Town of Davie will host a free Shred-A-Thon and Prescription Drug Drop-off event for Davie residents. The event will take place at Pine Island Park (Bamford Sports Complex), 3801 South Pine Island Road from 9 to 11 a.m., or until the disposal trucks reach capacity. Th
Miami’s notable female philanthropists and community leaders gathered for Chapman Partnership’s 16th annual Take a Walk in Her Shoes Fashion Show and Luncheon at Hotel Colonnade in Coral Gables on May 14, 2026. The acclaimed fundraiser honored women who elevate the organization and support its missi
Host Dr. Nancy Lawther, Legislative Liaison Chair of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party, meets with Robert “BJ” Duncan. Robert is a Council Member, Seat 1, and a 2026 Candidate for Mayor for the Town of Cutler Bay. The pair have an insightful conversation on congressional maps. For more show informatio
This month’s spotlight features Artists-in-Residence Aida Tejada and Debora Rosental. Visual artist Aida Tejada, born in the Dominican Republic, brings an interdisciplinary and materially driven approach to her practice. She holds an MFA from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, along with a
Cervera Real Estate appointed Michelle Rojas, an industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, as vice president of sales and operations. She will oversee firm-wide compliance, lead operational strategy and head sales coaching and development for the family-owned residential brokerage’s nearly
What does it take to forge an elite warrior — and what does neuroscience reveal about that transformation? U.S. Army Special Forces CPT Benjamin Harrow joins Robert Asencio for a conversation that goes beyond the battlefield. Dr. Pamela Seraphine decodes the neuroscience behind CPT Harrow’s evolutio
Planning on attending any of the FIFA World Cup matches happening in Miami? Here's a simple breakdown of the multitude of parking and transportation options for Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez interviews Denise C. Elizondo, Director of Catching Up Therapy. The conversation examines why speech, occupational therapy, behavioral therapy, and feeding fall apart when they’re treated as separate services, and what changes when one team handles them under one roof
The Breakers Palm Beach started construction on a major expansion of its family entertainment center, a spokesperson confirmed. The town of Palm Beach issued a demolition permit last month for the historic oceanfront resort to replace its current 12,100-square-foot family facility with 46,800 square