Florida Senate Overwhelmingly Passes College Athlete Compensation Bill
Florida college athletes would be able to make money off their name, image or likeness under a bill overwhelmingly passed by the Florida Senate.
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Florida college athletes would be able to make money off their name, image or likeness under a bill overwhelmingly passed by the Florida Senate.
There is a wind advisory in effect for South Florida. All of that wind creating hazardouns beach and boating conditions and dangerous risk of rip currents.
As the stock marketed plummeted Monday, House Speaker Jose Oliva, R-Miami Lakes, indicated that fears about the novel coronavirus could affect the ongoing negotiations about a new state budget.
The Florida Department of Health said a third presumptive positive case of the coronavirus in Broward County is related to Port Everglades.
SpaceX made history this weekend when it successfully landed its 50th rocket after launching another load of station supplies for NASA.
House and Senate leaders announced Saturday they have agreed to Gov. Ron DeSantis's request for $25 million to help the state combat the spread of the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19.
As Florida lawmakers inch toward a budget deal, House and Senate leaders on Saturday announced they had reached agreement on a number of key issues, including pay raises for state workers, funding for Visit Florida and leaving intact the affordable-housing trust fund.
Several dozen fans of the fluted, pink-lined conch shell displayed their pucker power Saturday during Key West's 58th annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest in the Florida Keys.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Saturday ordered the Division of Emergency Management activated to level II to coordinate a statewide response to the coronavirus in Florida.
Broward County officials held a news conference in Plantation Saturday morning to provide an update on two new presumptive positive coronavirus cases in the county.
Time marches ahead Sunday morning with the start of Daylight Saving Time. The change occurs at 2 a.m. Sunday March 8 across most of the United States, so set your clocks an hour ahead before going to bed Saturday night.
The Florida Department of Health announced two new presumptive positive coronavirus cases in Broward County.
It's official. Coronavirus fears have led to the postponement of the three-day Ultra electronic dance music festival in Miami, and Miami's annual Calle Ocho Music Festival, according to Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
Authorities say a security guard at a private school in Weston accidentally shot a maintenance worker in the eye.
The parents of two teenagers killed in a car crash are suing the Florida Highway Patrol and others, saying their daughter's bodies have been misidentified and turned over.
At least 6 Americans have been exposed to the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with one showing symptoms. The World Health Organization has declared an outbreak in Congo and Uganda, calling it a global public health emergency. U.S. authorities have formed a special task force, while the CDC ramps up aid, screening, and monitoring travelers from affected regions to help control the spread.
A South Florida woman charged with drowning her infant daughter is mounting a rare legal defense, claiming COVID-19 triggered a psychotic episode that left her temporarily insane. Precious Bland, who rejected a plea deal, is hoping this argument leads to her acquittal. CBS News Miami’s Steve Maugeri details new evidence supporting her insanity claim and the expert evaluations that could shape the outcome of her upcoming trial.
CBS News Miami’s Manuel Bojorquez reports from Little Havana, where residents express growing unease over a new report that Cuba has acquired 300 military drones and discussed potential U.S. targets amid deepening ties with Iran. While officials say there’s no immediate threat, Florida lawmakers and experts warn of the national security risks posed by the Cuban regime just 90 miles from U.S. shores. Hear local perspectives and analysis on what this means for Miami and beyond.
One of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s closest allies, Alex Saab, appeared in Miami federal court today after being deported by Venezuela. The Colombian-born businessman faces renewed U.S. criminal charges, including conspiracy to launder money, bribery, and misappropriation of funds. Saab’s attorneys offered few comments, while officials say he may be asked to testify against Maduro, who awaits trial in New York. CBS News Miami’s Ivan Taylor reports live from outside the courthouse with the latest developments.
It's going to stay warm and breezy across South Florida through Monday afternoon, and the region will continue to see a rick of seeing showers and thunderstorms.
A newly renovated water park in Hialeah is closed again just days after its grand reopening, following state reports of unsafe pH levels and multiple permit violations.
South Florida leaders and GEM are organizing relief efforts after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction in western Colombia.
Miami-Dade County fines a Redland parking lot owner over $29K for illegally storing 48 semi-trucks, as neighbors raise concerns over noise and safety.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
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.
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.
President Trump signaled he would be piling economic pressure on Iran as the stalemate continued and Tehran laid out new conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health, said "I trust the science" on vaccines as measles cases have risen to their highest levels in 35 years.
Sen. Bernie Sanders highlighted the hundreds of millions of dollars spent by outside organizations during the 2026 midterm cycle.
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.
The measure was approved in a 90 to 6 vote and now goes to the House.
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.
On Sunday, Collins spoke about the ruling on this week in South Florida and explained why he believes he is trailing the Republican frontrunner, Byron Donalds.
As Florida attorney general, it was Moody and her office that approved the diversion of $10 million of taxpayer money to the Hope Florida Foundation
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.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
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.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
