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Local governments in Florida could ban tobacco smoking at beaches and parks they own and the state would prohibit smoking in state parks under a bill approved by a Senate committee on Tuesday.
The residents of a South Florida condo complex want former President Donald Trump's name officially removed from their home following the siege at the U.S. Capitol earlier this month.
Thanks in part to shark attacks reported in Florida, the US was once again the shark attack capital of the world in 2020.
Publix will soon become the sole distributor of COVID-19 vaccines in one South Florida county.
Former President Donald Trump has launched the "Office of the Former President" in Palm Beach, which is tasked with overseeing the 45th president's official activities in his post-presidency life.
Florida in December recorded its best monthly general-revenue collections since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Summer Olympic Games in Florida?
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 9,594 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday.
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida is leading the nation when it comes to vaccinating seniors against COVID-19.
A Florida man, recently named "Paramedic of the Year," has been arrested for helping a supervisor steal COVID-19 vaccines meant for first responders, sheriff's officials said.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help with identifying a man impersonating a U.S. Marshal and threatening his victim for money.
With frustrations mounting amid a constrained supply of COVID-19 vaccines, Florida's top public-health official urged hospital executives on Tuesday to turn to county health departments if they need to vaccinate newly hired staff members and patients.
A quick-thinking Walt Disney World employee was able to alert police in central Pennsylvania about suspected domestic violence in a woman's home.
Florida law enforcement and government agencies may soon be using drones a lot more under a bill approved by a Senate committee on Tuesday.
A Florida couple is accused of handcuffing a young boy and locking him in a closet for hours each day as a form of punishment, authorities said.
A pretrial hearing began Tuesday for Luigi Mangione, accused in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The hearing, which comes a year after Mangione’s arrest at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, featured testimony from arresting officers and body camera footage. Defense attorneys are seeking to exclude evidence found in Mangione’s backpack.
Community safety was highlighted in Broward County as Hollywood Fire Rescue showcased all four hazardous materials response teams, demonstrating new technology, specialized suits, and equipment designed for rapid emergency response.
Hialeah police are warning about a dangerous social media “door kick challenge” spreading into South Florida. Authorities say a group of teens recently damaged doors and windows, though victims chose not to press charges. Parents are covering the costs, and police stress this should serve as a warning about the risks and potential charges tied to such illegal trends. They urge parents to talk to their children about the dangers.
Neighbors are divided over a proposed farmers market at Continental Park, with some residents welcoming the idea as a community event while others raise concerns about traffic and pedestrian safety. Organizers say they want the market to be inclusive, but tensions are growing as weekly events are debated.
Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale is being redeveloped into a new YMCA and health hub, blending wellness, recreation, and emergency care while honoring the park’s history.
Miami's bid for its first national championship since 2001 ended Monday night at Hard Rock Stadium as the Hurricanes lost to unbeaten Indiana.
Two juveniles were flown to a hospital after a shooting in Opa-locka early Tuesday morning, police say.
Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.
South Florida can expect to see a pleasant afternoon with a warming trend expected as we continue through the workweek.
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
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 American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
A U.S. citizen detained by ICE at gunpoint in his underwear in frigid conditions in Minnesota asks, "What did I do wrong?" The Associated Press says
The U.S. Department of Justice says claims made in a lawsuit seeking an immediate stop to the surge of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota are "legally frivolous."
As his standoff with America's closest allies escalates, President Trump says not getting the Nobel Peace Prize means he's no longer obligated "to think purely of Peace."
The Justice Dept. says it's investigating a group of protesters in Minnesota who disrupted services at a church where a local ICE official apparently serves as a pastor.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
