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Scientists are grasping at straws while trying to protect infant corals from hungry fish
South Florida researchers are using biodegradable drinking straws to prevent laboratory-grown coral from becoming really expensive fish food.
South Florida nonproft that helps empower fatherless children makes Miami Proud
The challenges of growing up without a father figure are experienced every day by young women
Monterrey beats Messi and Inter Miami to advance to the CONCACAF semifinals
Monterrey beat Inter Miami 3-1 to secure a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.
Match Preview: Miami FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies
Following a loss at Hartford Athletic, Miami returns home to face the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the first matchup this season of the intrastate rivalry on Thursday.
After fatal shooting at CityPlace, Doral mayor proposes changes to force bars to close earlier
The City of Doral held a special meeting Wednesday in the aftermath of Saturday's fatal shooting that claimed the life of a security guard and left several others wounded.
Gov. DeSantis signs bills targeting sexual predators
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed five bills, including legislation that he said will help curb online "grooming" of children.
Pinecrest officer accidentally shot at Homestead Training Center released from hospital
The Pinecrest Police Department said the officer was shot during a pre-schedule training exercise
Got iguanas in your backyard? Here's what you need to know
As efforts are being stepped up in South Florida to remove invasive iguanas that disrupt the state's wildlife, CBS News Miami followed a veteran trapper on Tuesday as he removed some of the animals from a canal in Miami Gardens.
Delta is changing how it boards passengers starting May 1
The airline is replacing branded boarding group names with numbered zones, through 8.
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South Florida nonproft that helps empower fatherless children makes Miami Proud
The challenges of growing up without a father figure are experienced every day by young women
Miami Proud: Dr. Joshua Lampert to perform medically necessary surgery for mothers in need at no cost
Plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Joshua Lampert will host a charity surgery day in honor of his mother who very instrumental in his life
Rita Case making history while making Miami Proud
Case is a successful businesswoman, generous philanthropist, mentor, and 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year
Miami Proud: Pembroke Park Police Chief RaShana Dabney-Donovan loves job, people she serves
Chief Dabney-Donovan is often seen out and about, connecting with the people she serves.
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Judge blocks Florida teacher's pronoun restriction
The challenge alleged the law violates the teacher's First Amendment rights
Trump says Arizona's 160-year-old abortion law goes too far
Former President Donald Trump continued to praise the Supreme Court's June 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Questions raised in Florida immigration fight
Florida must prove they have standing to legally challenge the Biden administration's immigration policies
Biden calls Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza "a mistake"
President Biden sharpens his criticism of Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza, saying he doesn't "agree with his approach."
Monterrey beats Messi and Inter Miami to advance to the CONCACAF semifinals
Monterrey beat Inter Miami 3-1 to secure a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.
Marlins improve to 2-11 as Burger hits 3-run homer in 5-2 win over Yankees
Jake Burger hit a three-run homer on his 28th birthday and the Miami Marlins beat the New York Yankees 5-2 for just their second win this season.
Mavs roll past Heat 111-92 to claim Southwest Division
Luka Doncic scored 29 points, Kyrie Irving added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks wrapped up the Southwest Division title by beating the Miami Heat 111-92.
Match Preview: Miami FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies
Following a loss at Hartford Athletic, Miami returns home to face the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the first matchup this season of the intrastate rivalry on Thursday.
Messi and Inter Miami will try to overturn 2-1 deficit against Monterrey
Inter Miami plays Monterrey on Wednesday night for a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.
Panthers blank Senators 2-0
Anthony Stolarz stopped 24 shots and had an assist, and the Florida Panthers shut out the Ottawa Senators for the third time this season with a 2-0 victory.
Heat outlast Hawks 117-111 in 2 OTs
Tyler Herro scored four of his 33 points in the second overtime and the Miami Heat outlasted the Atlanta Hawks 117-111.
Yankees top Marlins 3-2, Miami drops to 1-11
Carlos Rodón allowed two unearned run in six-plus innings, Alex Verdugo homered and the New York Yankees beat the Miami Marlins 3-2 to match their best 12-game start.
Yankees top Marlins 9-2
Juan Soto and Anthony Volpe each hit a three-run homer in the fourth inning off Jesús Luzardo, and the New York Yankees romped over the Miami Marlins 7-0.
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Citizens Property Insurance continues to shed polices to the private market
Private insurers pulled more than 275,000 policies last year from the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. and have taken nearly 115,000 this year
Broward School Board member proposes rolling back approved teacher raises
Torey Alston said the board’s approval of teacher raises in February left insufficient money for pay increases for other employees, including principals, assistant principals, bus drivers, maintenance workers, and secretaries.
Miami Proud: South Florida non-proft helps to empower fatherless children
Chelsea Jones reports Fathers M.I.A. is a three-month program where young women get the tools they need to advance in life.
Florida Highway Patrol to offer new motorcycle safety course in high school drivers ed classes
The program will focus on teaching young drivers to safely share the road, especially with motorcyclists
Changes proposed after deadly nightclub shooting in Doral
Lauren Pastrana reports the changes proposed will have the first reading on April 24th and a second reading on May 8th.
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Scientists are grasping at straws while trying to protect infant corals from hungry fish
South Florida researchers are using biodegradable drinking straws to prevent laboratory-grown coral from becoming really expensive fish food.
South Florida nonproft that helps empower fatherless children makes Miami Proud
The challenges of growing up without a father figure are experienced every day by young women
Monterrey beats Messi and Inter Miami to advance to the CONCACAF semifinals
Monterrey beat Inter Miami 3-1 to secure a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.
Match Preview: Miami FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies
Following a loss at Hartford Athletic, Miami returns home to face the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the first matchup this season of the intrastate rivalry on Thursday.
After fatal shooting at CityPlace, Doral mayor proposes changes to force bars to close earlier
The City of Doral held a special meeting Wednesday in the aftermath of Saturday's fatal shooting that claimed the life of a security guard and left several others wounded.
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Florida insurers made money last year for first time in 7 years
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
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Judge blocks Florida teacher's pronoun restriction
The challenge alleged the law violates the teacher's First Amendment rights
Trump says Arizona's 160-year-old abortion law goes too far
Former President Donald Trump continued to praise the Supreme Court's June 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Questions raised in Florida immigration fight
Florida must prove they have standing to legally challenge the Biden administration's immigration policies
Biden calls Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza "a mistake"
President Biden sharpens his criticism of Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza, saying he doesn't "agree with his approach."
Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg sentenced for perjury
Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg was sentenced Wednesday to five months in New York City's Rikers Island jail complex.
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Katherine Fernandez Rundle and the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede speaks to attorneys about Rundle's tenure as Miami-Dade State Attorney.
State senator speaks about what's next for abortion in Florida
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks to State Senator Lauren Book about what the Florida Supreme Court has to say about the subject.
Expanding Medicaid in Florida: Facing South Florida
Jim DeFede speaks with the head of Florida Decides Healthcare, who is working to get a constitutional amendment to expand Medicaid on the ballot in 2026.
Florida Health Insurace: Facing South Florida
Jim DeFede examines why nearly a million people in Florida have lost their health insurance for "procedural reasons" because of the state's complex system of renewing Medicare recipients.
Facing South Florida for March 24: The Republican Party of Florida's New Chair
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the new chairman Evan Power on various topics.
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Lunchables have concerning levels of lead, sodium, Consumer Reports says
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
Data shows women are not getting recommended screenings for breast cancer
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says routine mammograms are critical for detecting breast cancer early, which is when it's easier to treat and chances of dying from the disease are lower.
How A $99 Heart Scan Could Prevent A Heart Attack
Coronary Artery Disease is the most common type of heart disease in the United States
Know your risk: How colon cancer screenings save lives
Sometimes, abnormal cells can grow in our colon causing growths that could turn into cancer without treatment
Reproductive rights experts weigh in on abortion, IVF battles across U.S.
From abortion restrictions to IVF bans, reproductive rights for women in the U.S. have never been more uncertain.
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The best pest control companies of 2024 will keep your house bug (and stress) free
The best pest control companies of 2024 can help you deal with annoying pest infestations and unwanted critters.
Shopping
Score up to 42% off a kid-friendly Amazon Fire tablet
If you've been thinking about giving your three- to 12-year old their own tablet, Amazon's kid-friendly options are on sale.
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Last chance: Save cash and get a free 65" TV when you preorder Samsung's 2024 Frame TV
Discover what's new in the 2024 edition of Samsung's popular Frame smart art TV.
Shopping
This CES-famous Ecovacs Winbot W2 Omni window-washing robot is the ultimate spring-cleaning flex
Get sparkling-clean windows with a bot that's happy to handle yet another part of your household chore list.
Shopping
The 6 best portable air conditioners in 2024
Beat the summer heat with one of these portable air conditioners.
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More parents are supporting their adult children amid economic hardship, study finds
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
Check your freezer! Bags of Trader Joe's frozen chicken pilaf may contain rocks
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
The company will keep its name and headquarters in Pittsburgh, but the United Steelworkers union voiced opposition to the deal.
SmileDirectClub ceases operations immediately — here's what it means for their customers
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
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Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis
An appellate court has granted Disney's request for a two-month pause
Morgan Wallen arrested after allegedly throwing chair from rooftop
The country music star allegedly threw a chair from the top floor of a bar and it landed on a street near two officers, according to police.
Lawsuit naming Sean 'Diddy' Combs as co-defendant alleges his son sexually assaulted woman on yacht
A lawsuit that names Sean "Diddy" Combs as a co-defendant alleges that his son Christian "King" Combs sexually assaulted a woman working on a yacht chartered by his father.
Michael Douglas shocked to find out Scarlett Johansson is his "DNA cousin"
Michael Douglas and Scarlett Johansson are not just Marvel co-stars, they're distant cousins.
Tortuga Music Festival returns to Fort Lauderdale beach this weekend
Upwards of 30,000 people are expected at the beach each day