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Oliver Larkin, running as a Democratic Socialist, hoping to beat Congressman Jared Moskowitz
In recent weeks, we have seen a handful of incumbents lose to a growing wave of candidates who identify themselves as Democratic Socialists.Congressman Dan Goldman in New York and Congresswoman Diane DeGette in Colorado lost their primaries to two candidates who had the backing of New York City Mayo
1-on-1 with Oliver Larkin
In recent weeks, we have seen a handful of incumbents lose to a growing wave of candidates who identify themselves as Democratic Socialists. Congressman Dan Goldman in New York and Congresswoman Diane DeGette in Colorado lost their primaries to two candidates who had the backing of New York City May
Fabian Basabe found liable by jury of sexual harassment, defamation, battery
Last week, a jury in Tallahassee found that Republican State Representative Fabian Basabe sexually harassed two of his male staffers and committed battery against both. The jury also found Basabe defamed one of those staffers as well as that young man's mother on social media. Basabe, who represents
Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts due to pollution from Canadian, Minnesota fires
Heavy smoke from wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota engulfed large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week, impacting air quality and exposing millions of people to hazardous levels of air pollution. Conditions across the Northeast finally began to improve over the weekend while sm
State Rep. Basabe found liable of sexual harassment, defamation, battery by jury
Last week, a jury in Tallahassee found that Republican State Representative Fabian Basabe sexually harassed two of his male staffers and committed battery against both. The jury also found Basabe defamed one of those staffers as well as that young man's mother on social media.Basabe, who represents
Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine’s air defenses
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, drones and guided bombs Sunday, killing at least six people and wounding dozens, authorities said, again highlighting Ukraine’s shortage of U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems. Moscow has in recent weeks
Russian missile attack on Kyiv kills 1 and exposes holes in air defenses
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia attacked Kyiv overnight with ballistic missiles and other weapons, killing one and wounding 16 people, local authorities said Sunday, again highlighting Ukraine’s shortage of U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems. Moscow has in recent weeks stepped up its use of ballistic
The Tate brothers arrested in Miami
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by federal authorities Saturday in Miami, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. The charges against the pair were not immediately announced by U.S. authorities. Brady McCarron, a spokesperson for the Marshals Service, told The Associated Pr
New Everglades wildfire in Broward mostly contained after burning thousands of acres, causing smoky conditions for metro areas
A new Everglades wildfire in west Broward County has burned thousands of acres and brought smoky conditions to nearby metro areas, according to state officials and CBS Miami meteorologists.According to the Florida Forest Service's Watch Duty map, the Mile Marker 40 fire has burned 6,750 acres just w
Child in critical condition after near-drowning in a Broward swimming pool, fire officials say
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after a near-drowning on Saturday evening in Plantation. According to Plantation Fire and Plantation Police, the child was found in a pool located in the 4600 block of West Broward Boulevard. Units commenced CPR in progress, and transported the child in crit
Prominent Cuban activist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara arrives in Miami after prison release
A prominent Cuban artist and political prisoner arrived in Miami, on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country.Video posted to Facebook captured the moment Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara walked out of the international arrivals door
Another hot and humid Sunday in store for South Florida
The NEXT Weather Team is tracking heat and the tropics on this Sunday morning. We'll see another hot, humid day across South Florida. Feels-like temperatures will hit the triple digits from Fort Lauderdale to Key West. There will be little to no relief from the heat due to rain. CBS News Miami CBS N
South Florida is hot and humid for Sunday
The NEXT Weather Team is tracking heat and the tropics on this Sunday morning. We'll see another hot, humid day across South Florida. Feels-like temperatures will hit the triple digits from Fort Lauderdale to Key West. There will be little to no relief from the heat due to rain.
Cuban activist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara arrives in Miami after prison release
A prominent Cuban artist and political prisoner arrived in Miami, on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country. Video posted to Facebook captured the moment Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara walked out of the international arrivals doors at M
Man arrested, accused of assault and battery after attack on dog, owner in Wynwood
A man has been arrested after being accused of an attack on a man and his dog in Wynwood. 44-year-old Jack Jonte faces multiple charges including aggravated assault, battery, and resisting a police officer. The incident happened on Wednesday, along Northwest Second Avenue near 22nd Street. The victi
Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in US
MIAMI (AP) — A famous Cuban dissident artist and musician, Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, arrived in Miami on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country. Alcántara, 38, was greeted at the airport by a crowd that was cheering, singing and h
Lasagna Roll Ups / Belkys
Who doesn’t love Italian food? We know we do, and we think you’re going to love this easy to make dinner recipe that’s great for any night of the week. That’s what’s cooking as we grab a Bite with Belkys. Ingredients: 2 cups marinara sauce, plus more for serving 8 uncooked lasagna noodles, wheat or
South Florida Forecast: Hot and Humid with Inland Storms This Afternoon
South Florida will experience another typical Summer day with plenty of sunshine, warm temperatures, and scattered afternoon storms. A few spotty showers may move from south to north this morning, especially near the coast, but most locations will start the day dry with sunshine and temperatures qui
4-year-old hospitalized, in critical condition after near-drowning in Plantation pool
First responders pulled a four-year-old from a body of water in Plantation. According to Plantation Fire Rescue, a four-year-old child was found unresponsive in a pool near 4640 W Broward Boulevard on Saturday night. When crews arrived, they immediately began life-saving CPR. Paramedics continued ch
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami for rape and trafficking charges in the UK
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by federal authorities Saturday in Miami, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.The charges against the pair were not immediately announced by U.S. authorities. Brady McCarron, a spokesperson for the Marshals Service, told The Associated Pre
Miami fans gather to watch England beat France for third place at the World Cup
The match took place at Miami Stadium with fans at a Wynwood restaurant enjoying a wild game.
Brewers overcome early deficit in 8-6 victory over skidding Marlins
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jackson Chourio put Milwaukee ahead with a two-run single in a four-run sixth inning that sent the Brewers past the skidding Miami Marlins 8-6 on Saturday. Garrett Mitchell added a two-run double in the sixth and finished with three hits for the banged-up Brewers, who erased an earl
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world’s most polarizing internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought their extradition on rape and sex trafficking cha
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms on Friday said it is "voluntarily removing" iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after it was linked to one of the largest outbreaks of cyclosporiasis in the U.S. in recent years. "While the FDA traceback is indicating a specific independent farm, which represents less than 1% of
Mexican president to attend World Cup final at Trump's invitation amid trade tensions
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will attend Sunday's World Cup final after an invitation from President Trump, their first meeting since December, following months of verbal sparring.Sheinbaum did not attend the World Cup's opening match in Mexico City, when her national team beat South
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami for rape and trafficking charges in the UK
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by federal authorities Saturday in Miami, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.The charges against the pair were not immediately announced by U.S. authorities. Brady McCarron, a spokesperson for the Marshals Service, told The Associated Pre
England holds on to defeat France 6-4 in wild World Cup third place match
Bukayo Saka scored three goals to lead England to a 6-4 win over France for third place in the World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé surpassed Argentina's Lionel Messi's career World Cup scoring record and took the lead in the Golden Boot race with a pair of second-half goals on Saturday.It was the
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule and how to watch
After an extraordinary five weeks and more than 100 matches, the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup culminates on Sunday, July 19, with Spain facing Argentina in the final. Tickets are scarce and very expensive, but there are several ways soccer fans can watch."Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl ever
Saka’s hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Bukayo Saka scored three goals to lead England to a 6-4 win over France for third place in the World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi’s career World Cup scoring record and took the lead in the Golden Boot race with a pair of second-half goals on Saturday. It
World Cup final excitement sweeps South Florida as fans gear up for Argentina, Spain watch parties
Jerseys are out, flags are flying, and South Florida is ready for a World Cup final for the ages. Defending champion Argentina, led by global superstar Lionel Messi, will battle Spain for soccer’s ultimate prize on Sunday. Spain is hoping to stop Argentina and lift the trophy for the first time sinc
Gov. DeSantis approves execution for Florida man convicted of murdering his estranged wife in 2006
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed the warrant for William Frances Silvia, who was convicted of fatally shooting his estranged wife at her mother's Casselberry-area home in 2006.Silvia, 61, is scheduled for execution by lethal injection at Florida State Prison on Aug. 18, according to the warrant.He
Staying Hot & Steamy
Happy Saturday, South Florida! The heat is the big story with Miami continuing its hot streak of 38 days in a row above 90 degrees. We may threaten the all-time record of 56 days in 2023 — with a seemingly endless streak of 90 degree days ahead. In fact, the heat will only worsen with highs trending
Regal Princess cruise ship passenger speaks out about crew member's death as ship returns to South Florida
Princess cruise ship passengers at Port Everglades are describing the moment they were notified of the news that a crew member died after falling overboard. Passenger David Jimenez said he was first notified at around 6 a.m. Monday by the captain that the crew member had gone overboard. He took phot
Mobile home destroyed in SW Miami-Dade fire following loud explosion
Emergency crews responded to trailer park trouble in Southwest Miami-Dade. A mobile home went up in flames on Saturday morning at Southwest 102nd Avenue and Southwest 174th Terrace. Neighbors said they heard a big explosion prior to the fire. “My sister, she was in her backyard, and all of a sudden
Miami Stadium erupts with fans as France and England face off for World Cup bronze
From the teams to the fans supporting their countries until the end, the FIFA World Cup battle between France and England for third place was held in South Florida. The awaited match was the final World Cup game hosted by Miami Stadium. On Saturday night, a celebration erupted with soccer fans. “The
Miami Stadium erupts with fans as France, England face off for World Cup bronze
From the teams to the fans supporting their countries until the end, the FIFA World Cup battle between France and England for third place is underway in South Florida. The awaited match will be the final World Cup game hosted by Miami Stadium. Soccer fans filled the fan zone one last time before the
The World Cup final awaits, with Messi and defending champion Argentina set to face Spain
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain never loses. That’s been how things have worked in recent years, anyway. Soccer’s best player and soccer’s dominant team are set to collide Sunday in a World Cup final worthy of the sport’s grandest stage. Messi and Argentina will face a
Garrett Mitchell’s walk-off single in 10th lifts Brewers to 2-1 win over Marlins
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Garrett Mitchell’s two-out single up the middle in the 10th inning scored automatic runner Jackson Chourio from second, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Miami Marlins 2-1 on Friday night to snap a three-game skid. The center fielder delivered his third career walk-off hit, off Mia
US military says 2 troops are dead and 1 is missing after Iran attacks a base in Jordan
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. military on Saturday announced the first U.S. troop deaths due to direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war, saying two were killed and another was missing in an attack on a base in Jordan. They were killed Friday as the U.S. and partner forces
Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as the two exchange attacks
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States and Iran exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets on Saturday as an Iranian negotiator said Tehran had suspended its commitments under the interim deal with the U.S. — snapping another fragile thread as the war shows no end i