Almost Time To Get Crackin' As Stone Crab Season Begins Thursday
Seafood lovers rejoice! Thursday, October 15 is the official start of Stone Crab season but there are some new regulations being put into place.
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Seafood lovers rejoice! Thursday, October 15 is the official start of Stone Crab season but there are some new regulations being put into place.
A new study has found that Hurricane Irma appears to have killed more than 400 senior residents of Florida nursing homes.
Hospitalized last week after contracting COVID-19, former Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden says he's feeling better.
President Donald Trump was back on the campaign trail after battling coronavirus. His first stop: battleground Florida.
In what could be a first-of-its-kind decision, an appeals court has said a state agency is shielded from a lawsuit filed by a Florida Highway Patrol trooper who contended he faced job discrimination because of his service in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
The state has topped 4 million unemployment claims processed since mid-March, when the COVID-19 pandemic slammed Florida's economy.
With President Donald Trump scheduled to rally voters Monday night in Sanford, Democratic challenger Joe Biden will counter Tuesday with appearances in South Florida.
Here are the latest numbers and information you need to know at-a-glance as of 11:30 a.m. on October 12, 2020.
With an unprecedented number of voters opting to cast vote-by-mail ballots in Florida and throughout the nation, elections officials are urging patience in what some experts say should be viewed as "election season" rather than Election Day.
The Florida Department of Health said Monday that a private lab was not at fault for a problem Saturday that delayed the release of statistics about the COVID-19 pandemic.
A driverless boat spun in several circles before slamming into a dock in the St. Lucie River.
More than 1.6 million Floridians have already voted in the Nov. 3 elections.
With less than a month to go until the November General Election, the presidential candidates are focusing on Florida this week, a battleground state that is seen as a must-win for President Donald Trump if he wants a second term.
A 56-year-old Miami Lakes man was arrested for reportedly posting sexually graphic videos of a woman to porn sites without her consent, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Here are the latest numbers and information you need to know at-a-glance as of 12:45 p.m. on October 11, 2020.
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 Art Week wrapped up, drawing global crowds and giving emerging artists a platform to launch their careers.
A stalled cold front is keeping South Florida damp, with light rain and occasional heavier showers expected through the night. Farther north, conditions are limited to mist and very light rain, while stronger storms remain farther south and offshore. Drier air is forecast to move in soon, lowering rain chances slightly, though clouds will linger into the morning as temperatures try to warm.
President Trump is traveling to Pennsylvania to deliver a speech focused on the economy and affordability, issues he says remain top concerns for Americans facing higher prices and uncertainty. Ahead of the rally, he unveiled a $12 billion aid package at the White House and blamed the Biden administration for inflation, claiming his policies have lowered costs compared to what he inherited.
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave.
Police say the mother turned herself in as investigators continue examining inconsistencies in her statements and the child's grandmother calls for upgraded charges against the boyfriend.
Police say they encountered a man in crisis before the shooting, as neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and investigators worked late into the night.
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
The National Transportation Safety Board announced it has opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis following a series of incidents in Austin involving school buses filled with children.
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.
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor were issued subpoenas to testify before the committee in February and March.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
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.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
The celebrated Sundance Film Festival, opening Thursday in Park City, Utah, includes films starring Natalie Portman, Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen and Charli XCX, plus a wide range of documentaries.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
