After hours of debate, a major property tax cut plan devised by Gov. Ron DeSantis was changed by lawmakers Monday ahead of scheduled floor votes Tuesday.Democrats warned the measure could "bankrupt" local governments, and GOP members of the House State Affairs Committee and the Senate Appropriations
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Looks forward to continued collaboration in serving the residents of Miami-Dade The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (SOE), the Honorable Alina Garcia, sends her gratitude to Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, the Sponsoring Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III, the entire Board of County Commissioners, an
Florida lawmakers on Tuesday approved a sweeping property tax relief proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, sending a constitutional amendment to the November ballot that would dramatically expand homestead exemptions while shielding school district funding from the plan's impact.The measure would in
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
Ex-modeling agent Paolo Zampolli has long maintained that he introduced Melania and Donald Trump.
CS Ventures picked up a portfolio of the Frisbie Group’s Palm Beach properties just months after redevelopment plans for the sites were scrapped. Ocean Bank provided a $22 million acquisition loan for CS Ventures’ purchase of the three-story former IberiaBank building at 180 Royal Palm Way, a 20,000
Attorneys continue to select a panel of jurors to hear the case of a tragic 2022 boating accident. Tuesday marked day two of jury selection in the trial of George Pino. The real estate mogul, charged with manslaughter and vessel homicide, could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted on all count
Although it has been a calm early Tuesday afternoon, you’re going to want to keep an eye to the sky as the CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms in parts of South Florida that may also lead to flash flooding due to the heavy downpours.
Florida’s global gateway now supports 945,682 jobs statewide Driven by strong passenger demand and booming cargo volumes in 2025, Miami International Airport’s total statewide economic impact rose 17% to $212 billion in business revenue. Employment tied to the airport’s direct, indirect, induced, an
The special legislative session in Tallahassee on property taxes continues, and lawmakers could vote on the measure as soon as Tuesday. If it passes, Florida residents would then vote on it in November and would 60% approval for it to become law. CBS News Miami’s Joan Murray has new details from Tal
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts and Solid Waste Services Updates The Town of Davie governmental offices will be closed on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. Municipal offices will resume normal hours of operation on Monday, June 22, 2026. Park Information: The Park
New surveillance video has been released showing the moments after police said a man was thrown from the 25th floor of a Miami Beach condo.
A South Florida faced a judge on Tuesday after he was arrested after bring accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. CBS News Miami's Marybel Rodriguez has the report from American Senior High School where the suspect taught.
From a viral grocery store to a swanky spot in Coconut Grove, here are the 11 new Miami restaurants that opened in May 2026.
A car fire ignited along Interstate 95 in Northwest Miami-Dade, prompting northbound lane closures. 7Skyforce hovered above a Florida Highway Patrol trooper, Road Rangers and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue vehicles at the scene of the blaze that broke out near the Northwest 95th Street exit, just before noo
Crews have put out a fire that broke out in the rear of a home in Southwest Miami-Dade. 7Skyforce hovered above firefighters as they hosed down the backyard pool area at the house located along the 1800 block of Southwest 82nd Court, east of the Palmetto Expressway, at around noon on Tuesday. Miami-
In this thirtieth episode of The Balance, Andreana Jackson meets with Danielle “Coach Dam” Dam. Danielle is a Life Redesign Coach & Founder of Coach Dam. Tune in for an insightful conversation on breaking free from autopilot, navigating life transitions, and redesigning a life that truly feels align
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (WSVN) — Authorities have arrested a man who was caught on camera dragging an elderly woman away outside a church in Port St. Lucie, accused of trying to abduct her. Investigators believe that if it weren’t for witnesses in the area, the assailant might have gotten away with it.
There's a growing fight over Miami's tree canopy. Residents rallied in downtown Miami on Sunday to urge city leaders to halt tree cutting. CBS News Miami's Chelsea Jones has the report.
After hours of debate, a major property tax cut plan devised by Gov. Ron DeSantis was changed by lawmakers Monday ahead of scheduled floor votes Tuesday.Democrats warned the measure could "bankrupt" local governments, and GOP members of the House State Affairs Committee and the Senate Appropriations
Onity Group will cash out of its reverse mortgage business in a deal with one of the largest providers of the product in the U.S. The West Palm Beach-based mortgage servicer received the green light from regulators to sell a portfolio of reverse mortgage servicing rights tied to $5.1 billion in loan
Some of Miami’s top companies came together to inspire South Florida’s next generation of leaders. Over 45 businesses, including the Miami Heat and Delta Airlines, participated in KIPP Miami’s Annual Career Expo on Friday. Company representatives were joined by fifth and sixth grade students from th
Rosalía, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Hilary Duff, Juvenile and A$AP Rocky are among the biggest artists coming to South Florida this month.
"Moonlight" turns 10, O Cinema screens a film unlike any you've seen before, and more.
A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend's infant daughter and throwing her body in a pond three decades ago is set to be executed Tuesday evening.Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, is scheduled to receive a three-drug injection starting at 6 p.m. at Florida State Prison near Starke. He was s
Miami Beach Classical Music Festival returns this July with free concerts, opera performances, fireworks, and immersive symphony shows.
One week after a massive fire tore through an Opa-locka junkyard, Cairo Lane has reopened.At JDM Kings, employees showed up Monday morning ready to work because, they say, their livelihoods depend on it."This is 23 years," Yudelkis Abreau, part owner of JDM Kings said. "I can say this is more than $
Most taxpayers have never heard the term KPI. They should. KPI stands for Key Performance Indicator — a simple scorecard that shows whether government is doing what it says it will do. Businesses use KPIs. Hospitals use KPIs. Schools use KPIs. Sports teams use KPIs. So why doesn’t Miami-Dade County?
President Donald Trump is publicly celebrating the release of a South Florida Cuban man who spent months detained at the controversial immigration facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Florida Everglades.In a Truth Social post Sunday night, Trump wrote "Welcome Home" to 54-year-old Justo Bet
President Donald Trump celebrated the release of a South Florida Cuban man from Alligator Alcatraz in a Truth Social post. CBS News Miami's Ivan Taylor has the report.
South Florida developers knocked out a combined $115 million in construction loans for Miami condo towers that are nearly sold out, as the demand for hospitality-branded residences heats up in the region. North Development paid off a $70 million loan to Forman Capital and Core Capital for Domus Bric
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 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.