As sargassum continues to wash up along South Florida beaches, one county is considering asking commissioners for flexibility in cleaning up more beaches.A memorandum filed before the Miami Dade County Board of Commissioners would instruct the county to ask the Florida Department of Environmental Pr
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Tropical Storm Bertha was getting stronger early Tuesday, threatening the Gulf Coast with heavy rain. Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.As of 2 a.m. EDT, it was in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico, crawling northwest at 2 mph with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph, up
Two South Florida residents from different counties have been united by a string of motorcycle thefts and the power of social media, after surveillance video captured thieves using what appears to be a white Comcast van to pull off the crimes.Isabella San Juan, a Hollywood resident, said she had her
Surveillance video shows thieves using a white Comcast van to steal motorcycles in South Florida. Two victims connected online, leading police to recover one stolen bike. Investigations continue as both victims seek answers.
As millions of fans packed stadiums in Atlanta, Miami and across North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, federal authorities were carrying out a different operation online.The U.S. Department of Justice announced Monday that it seized more than 1,000 internet domains accused of illegally streamin
A South Florida couple is making a big difference in their community. They provide meals to their neighbors who otherwise might go without. But as their mission grows, it’s getting tough to keep up. So they called Help Me Howard with Brandon Beyer. Trimeka Young and her husband, Kareem Davis, are ma
A former South Florida youth pastor is facing DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide charges months after investigators say he crashed while driving more than 100 mph, killing his 8-year-old daughter.Joel Leiniz appeared before a Palm Beach County judge Monday, where he was granted a $150,000 bond.
Actions speak louder than words, especially in movies. Bam, pow, boom — those are all really loud. But sometimes, action just scratches the surface, especially at universal casting at Miami. Longtime friend of Deco, “G-Rod,” is back with a new short film that we saw being developed two years ago! Fr
Rick Ross is known for hustling and his big boss persona. And now he’s dreaming big with his brand new studio album. Deco sat down with the hip hop icon at the 99Jamz studios in Hollywood to talk about his new music and how a monument of the rapper can’t be far behind. The BOAT, AKA biggest of all t
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to a close, Waymo is offering a glimpse into how autonomous vehicles helped move thousands of soccer fans around Miami during one of the city's busiest tourism events.The company announced Monday that it provided more than 2,300 rides to the Downtown Miami FIFA Fan F
Residents in a Northeast Miami-Dade neighborhood say they're frustrated by what they describe as an ongoing problem: dozens of vehicles spilling out of a nearby auto repair shop and onto neighborhood streets.Some neighbors say the situation has persisted for months, leaving cars parked without licen
A Miramar neighborhood is mourning after a woman died Monday morning in what police say was a tragic accident outside her home.Miramar police identified the woman as 56-year-old Lucrecia Cardozo, who lived at the home in the Grand Caye subdivision of the Silver Lakes Phase 3 community near Southwest
A sample of lettuce from Taylor Farms that had tested positive for cyclospora was a false positive, the Food and Drug Administration said Sunday. But the FDA said Monday that its investigation and data "continue to converge on shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms locations in central Mexico."
Tens of thousands of visitors packed into South Florida to be part of the FIFA World Cup excitement, including roughly 600,000 people who attended Fan Fest over 24 days.According to the Miami Host Committee, the event drew the largest Fan Fest attendance in the country. For some local businesses, th
HOUSTON (AP) — Miami Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, and All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game. Marlins’ manager Clayton McCullough said before Monday’s game against Miami that Meyer
A former Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes player helped South Florida students go on a shopping spree in Pembroke Pines. More than 20 lucky students had the opportunity to join former football player Vernon Carey in his annual back-to-school shopping program. The students were fired up as they se
Cell phone video captures dramatic moments as a yacht is towed by a smaller boat along South New River Drive near SE First Avenue. Witnesses watch as the yacht suddenly veers too far left, raising concerns about possible damage or mishap on the busy waterway. Watch the footage and find out what happ
Next Weather Meteorologist Nic Meriano tracks the tropics and South Florida’s stubborn heat wave. With "feels like" temps soaring to 103°, heat advisories remain in effect across the region. Thunderstorm and rain chances stay slim in the coming days, but relief could be on the way as storm coverage
As Madrid erupts in celebration for Spain’s 2026 World Cup winners, South Florida businesses reflect on a mixed financial impact from the global soccer frenzy. Despite thousands of fans and packed events, some hotels say they didn’t see the expected boom, with only a few sellouts and fluctuating rat
North East Dade residents say cars from Arrow Muffler auto repair shop have blocked streets and alleys for months, creating safety and emergency concerns. CBS News Miami investigates after neighbors complain about vehicles without tags, gutted cars, and repeated code violations. County officials and
As artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, Goodwill South Florida is giving students an opportunity to experience the classroom of the future. Students in Miami-Dade’s summer youth internship program are getting hands-on experience with artificial intelligence, learning how to use
Andrew and Tristan Tate, known for their controversial takes on masculinity, were arrested by US Marshals in Miami on UK warrants. Now held at Miami's federal detention center, the brothers face charges including rape, sex trafficking, assault, and child pornography. Their lawyers insist the case is
Youth minister Joel Leiniz faces DUI manslaughter charges after a crash killed his 8-year-old daughter. CBS News Miami’s Joan Murray reports from Pompano Beach, where Leiniz turned himself in following a warrant issued during his out-of-state vacation. The tragedy follows a year after the sudden los
Miami was once the Emerald City for New York professionals chasing more sun and cheaper costs. Lower taxes, cheaper real estate and year-round warmth made Florida feel like the dream destination for putting down roots. But now that shine is wearing off. With insurance costs, private school tuition a
A new survey reveals just 1 in 4 Gen Xers are confident about their retirement plans, with looming changes to Social Security raising the stakes. CBS News Miami’s Larry Seward investigates what you can do now to secure your future.
Some buyers and creditors who lost money in convicted developer Rishi Kapoor’s real estate schemes could split roughly $3.5 million in receivership funds. Bankruptcy attorney Bernice Lee, the court-appointed receiver for Kapoor’s defunct firm Location Ventures and its affiliates, is seeking authoriz
In Miami Beach, police are investigating what caused an early-morning Miami-Dade County transit bus to crash into a building and a gas pipe. Two people were hospitalized, and a building was evacuated as a precaution. The investigation remains ongoing.
Police arrested Mauro Lopez for shooting Ryan McGowan several times after the two men got in a heated argument.
Miami-Dade County plans to ask commissioners to consider a plan that would allow the county to clean more Sargassum hot spots without seeking new approvals. CBS Miami's Manny Bojorquez reports from Miami Beach.
New details emerge in the Cyclospora outbreak. As the U.S. sees over 9,000 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, with 17 confirmed in Miami, new evidence reveals that a test confirming Cyclospora's origin in iceberg lettuce may have been a false positive. CBS Miami's Najahe Sherman breaks down the late
A Miami Gardens man is charged with attempted murder after shooting at his neighbor. The gunshot only grazed the victim. The man says the other man shot at him because of a smile. In Broward County, police are still searching for a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run motorcycle accident. Anyone with info
In Broward County, a Coconut Creek homeowner is dealing with a tragedy. An early morning house fire destroyed large parts of his home, injuring him and killing 7 of his cats. CBS Miami's Joan Murray reports on the aftermath.
MADRID (AP) — Spain’s World Cup-winning soccer team returned home on Monday and an estimated crowd of almost two million was on hand to greet the squad through the streets of Madrid. The 26 players and their coaching staff met with the country’s royals, and then with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, af
56-year-old Lucretia Cardozo was found dead Monday morning after falling from a mango tree. Police say it was an accident and don't expect foul play. A neighbor called police after finding Cardozo's body lying beside a mango tree outside of her house. CBS News Miami's Peter D'Oench brings you the la
Social media influencers, brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, are held in a Miami federal detention facility after being arrested in Miami. The two brothers are wanted for several charges of rape and human trafficking in the UK. Today, their lawyer says they will fight their extradition, calling it "p
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tropical Storm Bertha formed Monday evening in the Gulf of Mexico south of the Florida Panhandle and is expected to strengthen further as it approaches populated coastal areas bearing a threat of heavy rain, storm surge and damaging wind gusts, forecasters say. The center of Berth
As sargassum continues to wash up along South Florida beaches, one county is considering asking commissioners for flexibility in cleaning up more beaches.A memorandum filed before the Miami Dade County Board of Commissioners would instruct the county to ask the Florida Department of Environmental Pr
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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking, their lawyer said Monday, suggesting their arrest in Miami was politically motivated.The Tates appeared in federal court Monday for the first time
The former home of boxing champion Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr. traded hands for $18.5 million, a loss compared to the property’s previous trade in 2024. An LLC tied to Black Spruce Management’s Josh Gotlib sold the 10,818-square-foot home at 288 South Coconut Lane in Miami Beach, according to prope
A Hillsborough County deputy is recovering at home after the sheriff's office said he was shot in the face during an ambush in Ruskin that saw the suspect killed by law enforcementDeputy Sopharmony Muon spoke in a video shared by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on social media over the week
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