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As Cape Verde looks to continue their magical run in their first ever appearance in the World Cup, the Argentinian national team isn’t taking anything for granted despite many viewing them as massive favorites to win on Friday. The knockout-stage match between Cape Verde and Argentina at Miami Stadi
An urban search and rescue team from South Florida assisted with the miraculous rescue of a man who had been trapped for eight days under the rubble of a collapsed building after catastrophic and deadly earthquakes in Venezuela.The USAR Florida Task Force 2 (FL-TF2) team, which is comprised of fire
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
A Venezuelan actor known for his roles in popular telenovelas was arrested Wednesday after police said he exposed himself while sitting inside his vehicle in the parking lot of Doral Park Country Club, near a playground and community pool where several young children were present. Franklin Jose Virg
Want to visit two of Miami’s biggest attractions for the price of one? Well, now you can. This summer, you can see both places without breaking the bank with a new discounted combo ticket. So grab your sunscreen and walking shoes because spending the day with animals and looking at iconic street art
Lizzo is back with a brand new album, and the title is making the truth hurt. It’s called “B****,” and she’s spilling the tea on what motivates her. Deco’s Alex Miranda, who’s 99% that [expletive], has all the juicy details. From bold lyrics to big beats, Lizzo’s making some more noise on a whole ne
This July Fourth could be the hottest on record for millions of Americans as a massive heat wave traps more than half of the United States under a heat dome through the holiday weekend. Dangerously high temperatures continued to ramp up Thursday from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
(CNN) — David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, has been indicted by a grand jury in Washington, DC, Superior Court, after being arrested last month when he reached into the Reflecting Pool. Hearn has been charged with one count of destruction of property with a value of more than $1,000, according
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is just about here, and the weather will feature very summerlike conditions. After a handful of dry days in June, storms have returned as the calendar flipped to July and it will remain that way for the weekend — go figure. We’re not talking about a weekend washout
NEW YORK (AP) — After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to the World Cup. Julia Reeker Moghal and Reuben Renteria, both of California, sued the ticketing giant this week
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee is lending a helping hand for the people of Venezuela in the wake of deadly back-to-back earthquakes at the end of June.The committee joined CBS News Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) for the Hope 4 Venezuela relief campaign
Lauderhill police have identified the man who they say stabbed and killed two men and tried to stab another on Tuesday morning that led to an intense search and left the Broward community on edge.Police say they arrested Gregory Dasilva and charged him with two counts of premeditated murder and one
A Venezuelan telenovela actor was arrested Wednesday on indecent exposure charges after Doral police said he was found committing a lewd act near children at a country club in the city. Venezuelan actor Franklin Virgüez is facing an indecent exposure charge after an incident at a Doral country
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have donated $26 million to charities this week ahead of their wedding at Madison Square Garden.The donations were spread out across 20 local and national charities, according to Swift's publicist, with many located in areas where the couple has deep ties. Nine of the s
Several South Florida students received a hands-on lesson in the law this summer, thanks to one organization’s mission to keep young people engaged and active while sparking their interest in the legal profession. The 100 Black Men of South Florida hosted its annual Middle School Summer Law Program
Miami-Dade officials are urging people to stay safe out on the water as residents across South Florida get set to celebrate America over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.In an aerial view from a drone, boats are seen anchored off South Beach. Cliff Hawkins / Getty Images On Thursday morning, Miami
New doorbell video captured what appears to be an armed man approaching a home in Miami Shores. According to Miami Shores Police, the man, who was seen carrying what appears to be a long-barreled rifle or shotgun, rang the doorbell of the home, located in an unspecified of the village, and waited ar
Local agencies teamed up ahead of the Fourth of July to share tips on how to keep everyone on the water safe during the holiday weekend. With thousands of visitors and residents set to hit the waterways over the the next several days, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said it’s up to us t
The CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking another round of scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms for Thursday.Rain chances will be more focused along the coast early Thursday morning before increasing later in the afternoon.This graphic shows what the radar could look like in Sout
Some showers and thunderstorms started to pop up across portions of South Florida on Thursday afternoon, and the storm threat will continue as we head into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Here's a list of just some of the Fourth of July celebrations planned in South Florida as America turns 250 this weekend.
The father of Lucy Fernandez, who was killed in a boating accident in 2022, joined Miami-Dade officials at a news conference on Thursday aimed at stressing the importance of boating safety ahead of the busy Fourth of July holiday weekend. CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has the report.
CBS News Miami presented a 30-minute special, Hope 4 Venezuela, on Wednesday night and raised thousands for those impacted by the deadly and catastrophic earthquakes.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested after Miami police said he approached a 16-year-old girl as she walked to school, grabbed her by the wrist and made sexually explicit advances before she was able to get away. According to an arrest report, the incident occurred around 11:10 a.m. Monday near 2390
People from across South Florida are still heading to Global Empowerment Mission in Doral to drop off supplies for victims of Venezuela's earthquakes, and more manpower is needed to help sort and pack all the aid to be loaded onto planes for those who need it most. CBS News Miami's Erika Gonzalez ha
A man and a woman accused in a shooting in Cutler Bay that sent two people to the hospital appeared in bond court. Kelton Abston and Mari Carmen Zelaya stood before Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Mindy S. Glazer, Friday morning, following their arrests on Thursday. Abston, 27, is facing multiple cha
A man and a woman were arrested in connection to a May 31 double shooting at an IHOP restaurant in Cutler Bay, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. Deputies have announced that Kelton Abston, 27, and Mari Zelaya, 42, were taken into custody on Wednesday. According to arrest reports, Zelaya
Three people were arrested Wednesday after investigators said they intentionally staged a two-vehicle crash in Southwest Miami-Dade as part of an alleged insurance fraud scheme. Lourdes Suyapa Banegas, 49, was charged with second-degree felony insurance fraud involving a staged accident, according t
The upcoming FIFA World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde is being regarded as a David-versus-Goliath face-off, and the highly anticipated showdown is going down in South Florida. 7News cameras on Thursday morning captured fans holding up signs outside of The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Trib
Lulu Gribbin was 15 when she survived a shark attack off the coast of Florida. She lost her left hand, part of her right leg and almost her life. What she didn't know when she entered the water on that day in 2024 was that another woman had been bitten by a shark 90 minutes earlier and just 3 miles
A South Florida couple saved hotel rewards points for decades so they could one day get to Paris, but right after they booked, the husband was diagnosed with cancer. They had to cancel their trip and lost all their points. It’s tonight’s Help Me Howard with Brandon Beyer. Paris was their dream. Canc
Editor's note: Follow the latest on the couple's arraignment and further court proceedings Thursday here.Two people climbed to the very top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon. The two were arrested and were arraigned at 9
It's expected to be another wet and stormy afternoon across South Florida as many get set to hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, and there is a chance that those showers and storm could lead to some flooding.
(AP) — Multiday warnings of extreme heat landed in New York, Boston and Philadelphia on Wednesday as sultry weather pushed east just ahead of Fourth of July celebrations in a region that revels in its role as a historic hub of U.S. independence. Temperatures in the high 90s Fahrenheit (30 degrees Ce
South Florida is in for another active Summer weather day as scattered to numerous storms develop this afternoon and evening. The day will begin warm and humid with a mix of sun and clouds. A few isolated showers may brush the East coast during the morning, but the better chance for rain arrives lat
Gov. Ron DeSantis is wasting no time in using a new Florida law that allows the state to designate terrorist groups, and now one of those groups is pushing back.
Another cargo plane was loaded with pallets of aid at Miami International Airport on Wednesday and departed for Venezuela to help those impacted by the deadly back-to-back earthquakes more than a week ago. CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has more from Global Empowerment Mission in Doral.
As donations continue pouring into South Florida for victims of the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, many are asking whether the aid is actually reaching those in need.Michael Capponi, founder and president of the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), says the answer is yes.LA GUAIRA, VENEZUELA - J
The U.S. Men's National Team kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on home turf at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay. It's the first time in 32 years that the U.S. is hosting the World Cup, this time as one of three host nations alongside Canada and M
The United States is through to the round of 16 after taking down Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, in just the second-ever win in the World Cup knockout round for the men's team — but a controversial red card will leave the national team without one of its key players for the next match.Folarin Bal
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