Plumes of smoke are seen over the Florida Turnpike as crews continue to battle two brush fires in West Miami-Dade. Officials said one of the fires has consumed nearly 18,000 acres with a 97% containment, while the other one has burned more than 1,000 acres with a 60% contaiment. People who have been
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A large portion of the Florida's Turnpike southbound was closed in Miami-Dade due to the ongoing wildfires that have been burning for days.According to information provided by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, all southbound lanes of the Florida's Turnpike were closed on Friday from Okeechobee Road (US 27) to
An early morning house fire in North Lauderdale resulted in the death of one person on Saturday, according to officials.The Broward Sheriff's Office said deputies and North Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded to the home along Southwest Eighth Court around 5 a.m., with firefighters arriving to find a l
Some of America’s most prestigious documents are now on display in downtown Miami. The Freedom Plane National Tour opened a historic exhibition on Saturday at the Museum of Miami to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The exhibit features foundational records, including the Treaty of Paris, early
Seattle (CNN) — The United States is through to the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup after a 2-0 win over Australia in a game that got increasingly tense in the second half despite a comfortable American lead. Following up on their brilliant 4-1 win over Paraguay a week ago would always be a ta
Sedanos allowed customers the opportunity to win World Cup tickets in Northwest Miami-Dade. The supermarket, together with Stella Artois, hosted an event for soccer fans outside one of their stores on Northwest 87th Avenue. Attendees tried to win soccer jerseys, Sedano’s gift cards, food baskets, an
Multiple people were hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash in Lauderhill on Saturday afternoon, according to fire officials. The accident occurred on West Sunrise Boulevard and Northwest 34th Avenue and involved a total of six vehicles, according to the Lauderhill Fire Department.Five people were
Plumes of smoke are seen over the Florida Turnpike as crews continue to battle two brush fires in West Miami-Dade. Officials said one of the fires has consumed nearly 18,000 acres with a 97% containment, while the other one has burned more than 1,000 acres with a 60% contaiment. People who have been
The Tartan Army, also known as Scottish soccer fans, arrived in South Florida ahead of Scotland’s match against Brazil for the World Cup. They’ve been showing up and showing out for the Scotland national football team, who will be playing in Miami Stadium on Wednesday. Now that the Tartan Army has b
(CNN) — The mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will be able to watch her son play in the World Cup this weekend after intervention from the US State Department and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Jeffries said in a statement Wednesday that Vozinha’s mother will secure a visa in time for
Iran's military accused the U.S. of not upholding the first point in the memorandum of understanding, with Israel remaining in Lebanese territory.
TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — Iran on Saturday said that it closed the Strait of Hormuz because of Israel’s attacks in Lebanon and warned that while negotiators were going to Switzerland for talks with the United States on their interim agreement, not much likely will happen if the fighting doesn’t stop. U.S
Three elderly hikers died in apparent heat-related deaths while traversing the Grand Canyon's inner trails as temperatures spiked above 100 degrees. Rangers and emergency personnel responded to two separate heat-related incidents on June 12 and June 16, according to the National Park Service. "In bo
A dog passed away after Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue said a fire broke out at a home late Friday night.Crews said it happened just before 11 p.m. along Northwest 10th Way. The department said police officers arrived first, finding the home engulfed in flames and leaving them unable to enter. Firefigh
The NEXT Weather Team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert Day for Southern Florida. A combination of weather and air quality issues is aligning to create the need for the Alert. CBS News Miami The wildfires that are still burning in Miami-Dade County, combined with south west/westerly winds, will push t
“The conversation reinforced the critical role fathers play not only within their households but also within the broader community,” Sonless Martin said following the event. “Strong families create strong communities, and strong communities ultimately strengthen our state and our region.” The gather
TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — Iran dealt two quick blows to the interim agreement with the United States on Saturday, angered by Israel’s continued attacks in Lebanon, saying it had closed the Strait of Hormuz and announcing that while its negotiators were going to Switzerland for talks, not much is likely t
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran dealt two quick blows to the interim agreement with the United States on Saturday, angered by Israel’s continued attacks in Lebanon, saying it had closed the Strait of Hormuz again and announcing that while its negotiators are going to Switzerland for talks, n
The NEXT Weather Team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert Day for Southern Florida. A combination of weather and air quality issues is aligning to create the need for the Alert.
Four wildfires continue to burn in South Florida, with smoke seen and smelled for miles. Steve Maugeri has the latest.
The stage — and the cage — were set Sunday at the White House as President Trump prepared to mark his 80th birthday with a long-planned night of UFC combat, and an announcement of a long-awaited deal with Iran to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Hours before it was to
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava joined a guided tour through Miami’s Overtown neighborhood for Juneteenth. The tour was led by Florida International University professor Marvin Dunn, who journeyed through the historic Black neighborhood. Some stops along the walk included Dunn’s Overtown Farm,
The Miami Springs Police Department has charged a man after they say he beat a woman and prevented her from getting away to safety.The department said on Friday that the woman's phone inadvertently triggered an emergency alert, starting a phone call on an open line with dispatchers. The department s
The Miami Children’s Museum hosted Juneteenth celebrations with free admission and interactive workshops. Families throughout South Florida celebrated the museum’s latest interactive workshops and exhibits on Friday. The museum hosted a collaborative patchwork quilt and a marketplace featuring local
Happy Saturday, South Florida! The big story this weekend is the heat! High temperatures will soar into the mid-90s across the area. To make matters worse, it’s extremely humid which sets the stage for dangerous heat all weekend long. Heat advisories are in effect with the heat index climbing up to
One person was taken into custody in southwest Miami-Dade on Friday morning after two people were found dead, according to the sheriff's office.The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said that just after 8:30 a.m. Friday, deputies responded to reports of a possible woman found unconscious in the area of So
Our very own Jim Barry threw the first pitch right before the Marlins hosted San Francisco.
After the weekend, dry air is set to enter South Florida.
A man and woman were found dead in southwest Miami-Dade, and one man was detained pending the investigation.
Officials say Andre Lopez kidnapped a woman and beat her, as seen in newly released surveillance footage
This as many residents across South Florida have been smelling the smoke heavier Friday evening.
While the international sports world focuses on soccer matches inside Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Dolphins are making sure their newest players understand the deep roots of the community they now call home.Ahead of the Juneteenth holiday, the Dolphins' rookie class stepped away from the gridiron th
President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, with algae turning the water a fluorescent green hue while rips appeared in an "American Flag Blue" surface handpicked by the president.The century-old Reflecting Pool has long faced problems with lea
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
Despite the heat on Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA face off in its second match of the FIFA World Cup. Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami's FIFA Fan Fest. Wh
MIAMI (AP) — Owen Caissie was a triple shy of the cycle and hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly as the Miami Marlins beat the San Francisco Giants 4-3 on Friday night. Javier Sanoja had two hits and scored twice for the Marlins, who are a major league-best 12-4 in June. Giants reliever Sam Hentges (1-2) hi
James Burrows, the co-creator of "Cheers" and prolific television director who worked on hits including "Will & Grace," "Frasier" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," has died. He was 85 years old. His family confirmed in a statement Friday that Burrows "passed away peacefully today surrounded by his lo
South Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar is expressing skepticism over the Cuban government's announcement of sweeping economic reforms that would open key sectors of the island's economy to private and foreign investment.Speaking at the iconic Versailles Restaurant in Little Hava
As fires continue, rain relief may not be coming very soon.
This Juneteenth, the team visited a historic part of Miami and learned all about it
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, another historic milestone is approaching.In March 2027, the Black Press will mark 200 years since the publication of Freedom's Journal, the nation's first Black-owned newspaper. The bicentennial comes as communities across the country c
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