A great community does not fear scrutiny; it welcomes it. That is what separates a strong community from a weak one. Miami-Dade is one of the most important communities in America, home to nearly three million residents and a government managing more than $13 billion in taxpayer resources each year.
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The partial collapse of the Champlain Towers South condo in Surfside started roughly three weeks before the building fell, according to federal investigators. The National Institute of Standards and Technology released a report Monday concluding that a structural failure first occurred at two critic
A Miramar Police sergeant has been placed on administrative leave after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested him in connection with a domestic violence incident involving his girlfriend, authorities said. Devarious Holloway surrendered to authorities on Monday. The 32-year-old was charged w
Fans of the Scotland national team, called the "Tartan Army," have arrived in Miami and are ready to party. Here's where.
The Everglades Foundation brought dozens of partners, board members, and clean water advocates to Washington, D.C. for a powerful two days of celebration and conversation in support of America’s Everglades. From a memorable evening at the National Archives Museum to a full day of meetings on Capitol
A Florida man has been arrested after a teenage girl told deputies that he held her hostage and then hid her in a dryer when she wanted to leave his home, according to investigators.The terrifying ordeal took place on Sunday when the Monroe County Sheriff's Office said they received a 911 call from
Tartan Army, there's even a Scottish band booked just for you.
A great community does not fear scrutiny; it welcomes it. That is what separates a strong community from a weak one. Miami-Dade is one of the most important communities in America, home to nearly three million residents and a government managing more than $13 billion in taxpayer resources each year.
A member of 7News’ family spent an afternoon giving summer camp students a crash course in broadcast news. Today in Florida anchor Tavares Jones gave a career day presentation to students at the Learning Beyond Walls Summer Camp, Monday afternoon. “We love 7News!” the students shouted in unison. Jon
Families of victims in the Champlain Towers South collapse are expressing frustration after federal investigators released new findings that, they say, offer few definitive answers just days before the fifth commemoration of the disaster.The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) said
A hazy, hot and humid day is ahead across South Florida.An air quality alert remains in effect for Miami-Dade County until at least 3 p.m. Tuesday due to smoke from the wildfires lowering air quality for much of Miami-Dade County.This graphic shows the air quality alerts in South Florida on Tuesday,
🏆 Residential: The priciest recorded home sale was in Manalapan, where an oceanfront parcel at 3070 South Ocean Boulevard sold for $15.1 million. The lot measures 0.3 acres and includes a 1,900-square-foot property. The seller was the Marston family, which had owned the site for decades. The buyer
Happy Tuesday, June 23, 2026, South Florida! Hopefully everyone had a nice start to the week. The heat was on once again on Monday as afternoon high temperatures reached into the mid to lower 90s while our feels-like temperatures reached into the 100s. And while showers and thunderstorms developed a
It’s going to be another scorcher across South Florida on Tuesday due to soaring temperatures, and air quality alerts remain in effect in Miami-Dade until at least Tuesday afternoon due to lingering wildfire smoke.
An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a fiery crash with a truck on the Don Shula Expressway in southwest Miami-Dade early Tuesday morning, according to officials.The Florida Highway Patrol said that a white Mercedes coupe was headed south on SR 847 (Don Shula Expressway), near Sout
Surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, this year's Walk to Defeat ALS Champion, Lourdes Machado, was shining with hope.Diagnosed with ALS in May 2025, she's turned her journey into a mission to raise awareness and inspire others in the fight against the disease."Obviously there's no cure, an
In Tuesday’s Miami Proud we’re spotlighting the Walk to Defeat ALS and the people working to bring hope to families facing this devastating disease. CBS News Miami’s Najahe Sherman shows us why the fight against ALS is stronger than ever.
Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat.Their interests are officially aligned – and the Heat finally have another superstar.Ending a marathon watch for the next great Miami get, the Heat landed Antetokounmpo – a two-time NBA MVP and 10-time All-Star –
Delays have been reported on the Don Shula Expressway in southwest Miami-Dade after a fatal crash was reported early Tuesday morning.
MIAMI (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat. Their interests are officially aligned — and the Heat finally have another superstar. Ending a marathon watch for the next great Miami get, the Heat landed Antetokounmpo — a two-time NBA MVP and 10-time All-Star — fro
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
The Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo from Milwaukee in a blockbuster trade that reshapes the NBA.
A jury has found Miami real estate developer George Pino not guilty of manslaughter or vessel homicide for his role in a boat crash off Boca Chita Key in Biscayne Bay in September 2022 that left one teenager dead and another with permanent disabilities. The verdict comes after an emotional and somet
Meteorologist Nic Mariano tracks dropping rain chances and rising temps as Saharan dust limits storms. Expect 90s and humid afternoons across the region.
After emotional testimony, the jury ruled the 2022 crash that killed Lucy Fernandez a tragic accident. Families now turn to advocacy for boating safety.
Last week we introduced you to Reva Haughton. A brutal attack nearly 30 years ago left her without her vision. She’s overcome a lot, but recently found herself in need. Tonight, an update from Help Me Howard with Brandon Beyer. Reva Haughton: “I like this… I like this.” You can hear in her voice, Re
On the day before the start of the NBA draft, Heat fans are cautiously optimistic at the team’s chances of finalizing a deal to acquire Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. According to ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania, the 10-time All-Star and former Finals MVP will be traded from Milw
U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson has officially endorsed a candidate in the race to succeed her in Congress.The longtime Democratic lawmaker announced Monday that she is backing Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert in the race for Florida's 24th Congressional District seat. Wilson praised Gilbert
For many South Florida drivers, getting off Interstate 95 onto Southwest 10th Street during rush hour can be a frustrating experience.The heavily traveled roadway serves as a key connection between I-95 and the Sawgrass Expressway, but drivers often face miles of stop-and-go traffic and long waits a
MIAMI (AP) — Brandon Nimmo had three hits and walked once, Alejandro Osuna hit a go-ahead RBI double and the Texas Rangers beat the Miami Marlins 4-3 on Monday night. Ezequiel Duran homered and Joc Pederson singled twice for the Rangers in the opener of a 10-game road trip. The loss snapped the Marl
A Miami jury has acquitted George Pino of all charges in the 2022 boating accident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez. The emotional verdict comes after four years of legal battles and public scrutiny, leaving Fernandez’s family devastated but resolute in their campaign for boating
Residents at a condominium building near Doral who spent weeks without elevator service finally received some relief Monday.Miami-Dade County officials confirmed that an elevator at Parkwood Condominiums, located at 7240 Fontainebleau Blvd., has been repaired and returned to service after being out
New signs are emerging that the controversial Alligator Alcatraz detention center in the Florida Everglades may soon shut down, despite conflicting messages from state officials in recent weeks.Sources familiar with the operation told CBS News Miami on Monday that vendors have been instructed to beg
Nearly four months after federal agents raided his home and district headquarters, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho announced his resignation as the head of the Los Angeles Unified School District on Sunday.LAUSD staff said they had received a letter of resignation."The Board remains steadfast in its
A Miami-Dade County jury found George Pino not guilty in the death of 17-year-old Luciana “Lucy” Fernandez after less than two hours of deliberation Monday. The six-member jury acquitted the Doral-based commercial real estate broker on manslaughter and boat vessel homicide charges stemming from a bo
The weather story this week won’t surprise anyone, highlighted by high heat and humidity that’s ever-present. On Monday, the heat index surged (again) above 100º. That’s the so-called feels-like temperature with humidity. Here’s a check on the peak values leading to our steamy afternoon. The only wa
Miami real estate developer George Pino stood trial in a case stemming from a 2022 boat crash in Biscayne Bay that killed one of his daughter's teen friends and left another passenger with life-altering injuries. Pino faced manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in connection with the crash near B
A jury has found the prominent real estate broker George Pino not guilty on all charges in connection to a deadly 2022 boat crash. “We the jury find as follows, as to count two of the information, vessel homicide of Luciana Cristiana Fernandez, the defendant is not guilty,” said a jury member. Peopl
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ property tax proposal has constitutional holes because it seeks to deny cuts to newcomers, according to a newspaper’s analysis of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The measure would require new Florida residents to wait five years before qualifying for a proposed homestead tax exemptio
A crowd of more than 70,000 people witnessed history in Arlington, Texas, on Monday afternoon as soccer icon Lionel Messi scored the 17th and 18th goals in his FIFA World Cup career, setting the all-time record for the tournament and leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory against Austria.Messi passed Ge
Wildfire smoke lingers across Miami-Dade and Broward, with shifting winds and storms moving haze from one community to another. Expect high humidity, heat near 100 degrees, and only brief relief from scattered storms before drier, hotter days later in the week.
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