Firefighters Asked Not To Feed Gators Near Walt Disney World
Two months before an alligator killed a toddler in the Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World, firefighters at one of the resort's fire stations were warned to stop feeding the gators.
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Two months before an alligator killed a toddler in the Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World, firefighters at one of the resort's fire stations were warned to stop feeding the gators.
A panhandle developer is bankrolling a Florida operation licensed by health officials to grow, process and distribute non-euphoric pot.
U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy is coming under fire for seeking a delay in the opening of a center that would help businesses hurt by a massive algae outbreak.
Premiums are expected to rise by a lot for thousands of Floridians who have insurance to cover the cost of staying in a nursing home or assisted living facility.
Bassem Alhalabi and everyone at the Islamic Center of Boca Raton was thrilled to learn that, for the first time, they had been chosen as polling place for upcoming elections but that did not last long.
An appeals court cleared the way for a lawsuit alleging that the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office improperly held onto a man's firearms.
It looks like one of Amazon's biggest sales day is staying around.
A new space station astronaut will be testing a pocket-sized device to decode DNA - tossing the top-level biosafety suits she wore for work on Earth.
Local law enforcement are warning of the real dangers associated with the virtual gaming app that's sweeping the nation - 'Pokemon Go.'
Governor Rick Scott has asked members of the state's congressional delegation to push for federal help to deal with massive algae problems in waterways to the east and west of Lake Okeechobee.
A man known as Florida's "prison Houdini" for a series of jail escapes may not be going anywhere anytime soon.
In a major shift from last month, a poll released Wednesday shows Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump overtaking Democrat Hillary Clinton in the key swing state of Florida.
A new poll finds presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is wildly unpopular with adults ages 18 to 30 years old, particularly those of color, because they view him as a racist.
An odd sight floating off the beach of a popular state park on the west coast - a block of cocaine.
A Plantation man is behind bars, accused of shooting his fiancée in the chest and killing her.
A judge has ruled that the confession made by a Hialeah teenager accused of fatally stabbing his mother will be allowed in court. Prosecutors argued that the teen may have been motivated by a desire to create content he enjoyed watching, though his defense team called that theory a stretch. The motive remains unclear, but the admissible confession means a jury will now decide whether he is guilty of murdering his mother.
Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans ended in November following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, and many Venezuelan residents in Doral say they may soon feel safe enough to return home. Local leaders and businesses are already noticing economic effects. Some Venezuelans with TPS have self‑reported leaving, and business owners say they’ve seen fewer customers over the past year as fear and uncertainty grew after the announcement that TPS would end.
Florida officials signaled that the state may pursue charges against Nicolás Maduro, potentially adding to his existing legal troubles in the U.S. The governor suggested that a state case could be filed through the attorney general’s office and noted that certain charges could carry the death penalty, depending on what is pursued. The comments followed earlier, more cryptic remarks and a social media exchange questioning whether Maduro would be convicted in federal court.
Students in Finland are learning how to separate fact from fiction as part of their early education, with lessons beginning in preschool and continuing through elementary school. Children are taught to identify misinformation, including spotting when images or videos are created by A.I. Teachers say the skills are increasingly important as Finland, which borders Russia, faces ongoing misinformation campaigns across Europe.
Flu cases continue to rise nationwide after weeks of holiday gatherings, contributing to what health officials describe as a moderately severe flu season. As people return to work and school, concerns are growing—especially among parents. The CDC reports a significant surge in cases over the holidays, driven in part by the H3N2 strain, which experts say has mutated compared to previous seasons.
High temperatures are expected to climb into the low 90s on Thursday, but it will feel much hotter when you factor in the humidity.
A federal judge will consider whether to free Andrew and Tristan Tate from custody while they challenge extradition to the U.K.
A Florida grand jury found the DeSantis administration misappropriated $10 million in taxpayer money for political purposes.
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
High temperatures are expected to climb into the low 90s on Thursday, but it will feel much hotter when you factor in the humidity.
A federal judge will consider whether to free Andrew and Tristan Tate from custody while they challenge extradition to the U.K.
City officials say they'll wait for the written ruling before deciding what happens to the 3 council members.
She graduated from FIU, finished medical school, and entered residency — then lost her ability to work.
Ester King says her 21-year-old daughter shouldn't face charges after being found incompetent to stand trial.
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
The purpose of CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow this week was to warn Russia not to attack NATO member states, people familiar with the matter said, amid U.S. assessments that Russia could try to test NATO.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
Gilbert is running for the seat that Frederica Wilson is retiring from.
The winner of the Florida Democratic primary now has her eyes set on the Senate seat currently held by Republican Ashley Moody.
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
The race to see who will be the Democratic nominee to take on Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27 is being closely watched.
Months after leaving TV news, Rodriguez is competing against former prosecutor Robin Peguero for the CD-27 nomination.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
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.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
