Consider this a World Cup edition of the South Florida Dirt. From Coral Gables to Hallandale Beach, South Florida and its large population of Argentinians and soccer fans have embraced the sport and its biggest star, Lionel Messi. The World Cup, which ended its Miami run Saturday with the third-plac
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Expect the heat index to once again hit the triple digits, along with heat advisories. Stay hydrated!
South Florida will continue to deal with dangerous heat today as temperatures climb into the low to mid 90’s and heat index values soar between 104 and 108 degrees. A Heat Advisory is in effect for Miami-Dade and Broward Counties from 11am until 7pm. While a few showers and thunderstorms are expecte
An investigation is underway after the Lauderhill Police Department said a man was found shot to death late Sunday night.Officers responded around 10:14 p.m. to the scene along the 6800 block of Landings Drive for a reported shooting. They arrived and found a man suffering from several gunshot wound
(CNN) — Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate are expected in federal court this week, following an extradition request from the United Kingdom on charges of sexual offenses, including rape and sex trafficking. US Marshals arrested the brothers, who are dual US and UK citizens, in Miami o
A 14-year-old boy is hospitalized after being pulled from a swimming pool at a Lauderhill apartment complex Sunday, marking the latest in what officials describe as an alarming increase in child drowning and near-drowning incidents across South Florida. Lauderhill Fire Rescue responded to Sunny Lake
After an extraordinary five weeks and more than 100 matches, the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup culminated on Sunday with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final. Tickets were scarce and very expensive, but there were plenty of other ways for soccer fans to watch."Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super
U.S. Marshals arrested social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami. The brothers face extradition to the UK on 59 charges, including rape and sex trafficking. Their attorney says they deny all allegations.
Spain defeats reigning champs Argentina in a thrilling World Cup final, sparking disappointment and celebration among fans in South Florida.
A couple of South Florida restaurant owners cooked up something special for the FIFA World Cup. The owners’ friendly wager will help many children in need. Graziano’s Mercado in Coral Gables is a popular Argentine restaurant and market. Casa Juancho in Little Havana is a well-known Spanish restauran
A 14-year-old boy was rescued from a Lauderhill pool and rushed to the hospital, as South Florida sees a spike in child drowning incidents. Officials urge parents to prioritize swim lessons; free vouchers available.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup’s first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets. The show at what’s otherwise known as MetLife Stadium, outside New York, was an attemp
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Tom Cruise gamely tried to deliver a speech at the World Cup about how soccer was some sort of global unifier and great players had crossed oceans and borders, and, well, what was the rest? It was about mission impossible to hear the actor over the cacophony of bells and
A game-worn Miami Heat jersey worn by LeBron James during a historic milestone in his career is heading to auction, with bidding expected to top $50,000.The black Miami Heat away jersey was worn by James on April 12, 2014, during Miami's final regular-season game of the 2013-14 season. The Atlanta H
MILWAUKEE (AP) — William Contreras hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth off closer Pete Fairbanks to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 3-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Fairbanks (3-4) was trying to protect a one-run lead, and instead ended up with his third blown save that extended M
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
It took 106 minutes for Ferran Torres to score the first and only goal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, giving Spain the 1-0 win over Argentina in the deciding match.Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation. Arg
Artificial intelligence is no longer just helping people write emails or generate images. Investigators say it's also helping scammers steal money by making fake voices, photos and phone calls look and sound frighteningly real.For one South Florida immigration attorney, that meant discovering crimin
As the Miami Downtown Development Authority begins crafting its next budget, a residents' advocacy group is calling for a larger investment in public safety.The Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA), which represents residents living in Downtown Miami, attended the DDA's first budget meeting and urged b
Argentina fans in South Florida are hoping to stay back-to-back FIFA World Cup champions. Instead, there was heartbreak in North Beach, where hundreds of Argentina fans hoped their team would take home another World Cup trophy. Spain won against Argentina at the New York-New Jersey Stadium on Sunday
Argentina fans in South Florida are hoping to stay back-to-back FIFA World Cup champions. Spain won against Argentina at the New York-New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, 1-0, to seal their second World Cup title since 2010. Argentina fans were out in full force at the Miami Beach Bandshell, but were disap
Spain soccer fans got their kicks when they witnessed their team take home the 2026 FIFA World Cup title. 7News spoke with hopeful fans who watched Sunday afternoon’s World Cup final at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus in Coral Gables, confident their team would come out on top against Lionel Messi and Argent
On the other side of the field, Spain fans are getting their kicks as they hope to take home the FIFA World Cup title. “Who do you think is winning? Spain. I feel very proud. We’ve had possession of the ball the whole time. We have to get through Messi, but I think we’re gonna do it,” said a Spain f
On the other side of the field, Spain fans are getting their kicks as they hope to take home the FIFA World Cup title. “Who do you think is winning? Spain. I feel very proud. We’ve had possession of the ball the whole time. We have to get through Messi, but I think we’re gonna do it,” said a Spain f
A new tropical depression in the Gulf brings heavy rain to Florida’s west coast, but Miami stays mostly dry with warm, humid weather and only slight rain chances.
A young boy remains hospitalized after a near-drowning in Plantation. As incidents increase across South Florida, witnesses call for greater access to swimming lessons and renewed focus on water safety.
Surveillance video captures a speeding Tesla slamming into a Pompano Beach home, totaling two cars. The suspects fled, leaving behind major damage. CBS Miami's Bri Buckley reports.
Miami-Dade deputies arrested three vendors for allegedly adding huge tips to fans’ credit cards during the World Cup third place match. Two fans were also arrested for sneaking into the stadium without tickets.
Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in a thrilling World Cup final! Our CBS News Miami team is live across the city with reaction from Spain and Argentina fans, plus the latest on Messi and unforgettable Miami Beach celebrations.
A City of Miami police officer is accused of being on the wrong side of the law for the second time. Miami police confirmed Lieutenant Thomas Carroll was arrested for driving under the influence. 7News reached out to Miami Police for details of the arrest and is waiting for more information, but jai
Happy Sunday, South Florida! The heat is the big story this upcoming week in Miami is the continuing its hot streak of 39 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 wors
LONDON (AP) — Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested Saturday in Miami after U.K. prosecutors said they brought further rape and sex trafficking charges against them. Britain’s Crown Prosecution Service said the new charges relate to four further victims and were brought after aut
Tropical Depression Two has formed in the northeastern Gulf, prompting a Tropical Storm Watch for the Florida Panhandle as forecasters warn of flooding rain along the Gulf Coast through the week.The National Hurricane Center says the depression had 30 mph winds Sunday morning and was centered about
Walmart has voluntarily removed several Marketside bagged iceberg lettuce products from select stores in Georgia, Florida and dozens of other states after receiving notice from a supplier tied to an ongoing Cyclospora investigation.The retailer said the move is precautionary and emphasized there is
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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