Florida Woman Loses Over $700,000 In 'Grandparent Scam'
Detectives are asking Uber for records as they investigate the theft of more than $700,000 from an 82-year-old Florida woman who apparently fell for a "grandparent scam."
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Detectives are asking Uber for records as they investigate the theft of more than $700,000 from an 82-year-old Florida woman who apparently fell for a "grandparent scam."
The Miami-Dade Book Fair is back following last year's virtual-only event and kicks off this Sunday, November 14 on the Miami-Dade College Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami.
Greyhound racing ended in Florida in 2020, putting 1,700 of the second-fastest land animals into retirement this year, and it may come as a surprise to learn they make excellent service dogs.
Marie Arthus gathered every ounce of strength in her as she stood before television cameras to plead for help in finding the person who killed her 24-year-old son, Tyron Arthus.
The University of Florida has gone to an appeals court after an Alachua County circuit judge refused to dismiss a potential class-action lawsuit that contends the school should refund fees to students who were forced to learn remotely in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A former band teacher at South Dade Senior High School is facing serious charges after being accused of sexual activity with a former student.
The founder of a Florida big cat sanctuary featured in the popular "Tiger King" series is suing Netflix and a production company to prevent the use of interviews and footage involving her in an upcoming sequel.
A Florida man accused of beating a pit bull puppy, stabbing it 50 times, and stuffing it into a suitcase while the dog was clinging to life will serve 10 years in prison after admitting to the crime, his defense lawyer said Tuesday.
Governor Ron Desantis has included increases in teacher pay and student spending in budget recommendations for the next fiscal year.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio hosted a ceremony to recognize Vietnam War veterans Wednesday at Florida International University in Miami.
With Thanksgiving just two weeks away, Fort Lauderdale is getting ready for a huge influx of tourists.
The state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp., also known as the insurer of last resort, has continued to add thousands of customers a week, reaching nearly 726,000 policies in October.
Florida's first-time unemployment claims continue to roll in near pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels, with the U.S. Department of Labor estimating Wednesday that 5,818 claims were filed last week in the state.
Florida Power & Light on Tuesday sought approval to collect an additional $810 million from customers in 2022 as high natural-gas prices continue to drive up costs for electric utilities.
The U.S. Department of the Interior has fired back against allegations that a deal giving the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting in Florida violates federal law, pointing to a decision by Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Legislature to allow the tribe to accept bets from throughout the state.
A massive blaze destroyed a house near North 68th Avenue and Harding Street in Hollywood early Tuesday morning, causing a dramatic roof collapse. Thanks to quick action by neighbors and firefighters, no injuries were reported as residents evacuated and crews worked to prevent the fire from spreading. Authorities are investigating the cause.
Chip lovers take note: Utz is voluntarily recalling select potato chip flavors due to potential salmonella contamination. The company says a seasoning powder containing dried milk could be infected, though no illnesses have been reported. Recalled flavors include Zapp’s Bayou, Black and Ranch, Big Cheezy, Dirty brand Sour Cream & Onion, Maui Onion varieties, and Sea Salt & Vinegar from both brands.
Facebook is rolling out new AI tools to detect users who lie about their age and restrict what teens can access on its apps. The move comes as lawmakers ramp up pressure on tech companies to strengthen online child safety protections.
The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a drug smuggling boat near Haiti, seizing about 3,200 pounds of marijuana valued at nearly $4 million. One person was detained and, along with the seized drugs, handed over to Haitian authorities. Officials say most of the drugs
The World Health Organization now says some human-to-human transmission may have occurred aboard a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak that killed three passengers and left several others sick. Seventeen Americans are among those on board. Strict isolation and hygiene protocols are in place, and medical monitoring continues. The outbreak has claimed the lives of a Dutch couple and a German national, with five additional cases suspected. Hantavirus is typically transmitted from rodents, but officials are investigating whether it is spreading between people in this case.
Florida Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost traveled to the detention center in the Florida Everglades on Tuesday
No injuries were reported, but about 125 people were forced to evacuate as the Opa-locka junkyard fire raged on Monday evening.
It's unknown how long the lanes would be closed, or if any injuries were reported.
According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, the officer who pulled her over smelled alcohol and marijuana in the car.
Dusty Ray Spencer, 74, is scheduled to die by lethal injection on June 25 at Florida State Prison in Stark, according to the warrant.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, were expected to attend the Camp David meeting, a White House official told CBS News.
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal by the NFL stemming from coach Brian Flores' racial discrimination suit, allowing his case to proceed in federal court.
Enrique Tarrio said since President Trump announced the formation of the fund, he has been inundated with calls from others convicted for January 6 related activities.
Commissioners voted to allow the review, saying if that was the only way to move the project - designed to help people with mental illnesses caught in the criminal justice system - then so be it.
Enrique Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in planning and orchestrating the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
The only remaining roadblock: Miami Dade County Commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, who has so far refused to say when – or even if – he will allow the full commission to vote on it.
A group of Miami residents, including historian Marvin Dunn, filed suit last week in federal court to block the transfer of land for the proposed library.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
Lee Mendelson Film Productions alleges the U.S. Department of the Interior illegally used the jazzy tunes in social media posts and a video game.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
