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Governor Ron DeSantis and the state Cabinet agreed Tuesday to spend $21.74 million on a pair of Florida Forever land deals that will protect more than 5,700 acres in Sarasota County and 17 acres in Columbia County.
A kayaker was rescued in the Florida Everglades four days after he went missing.
Eight Miami-Dade County residents could face 20-year prison sentences each after pleading guilty to computer fraud and an embezzlement scheme to steal millions from Miccosukee Resort & Gaming.
Two drug traffickers were busted in the Florida Panhandle after a traffic stop led a drug seizure and the illicit cargo was not so well hidden in bags that said "Bag Full of Drugs."
Super Bowl 54 is history and what a history-making event it was for South Florida.
All lanes have reopened after an overturned truck had shut down the southbound lanes of the Florida Turnpike on Monday afternoon.
A Florida brewery that started featuring shelter dogs on their beer cans ended up helping a woman find her dog who had been missing since 2017.
Crisis counselors were available Monday at Deerfield Beach High School after a 15-year-old football player was shot and killed at his grandfather's funeral over the weekend.
If you were expecting to see a great halftime show during Sunday's Super Bowl 54, chances are you were not disappointed, but did you catch their messages?
Super Bowl 54 winner and Florida State University graduate Derrick Nnadi is celebrating his team's victory by helping homeless dogs find fur-ever homes.
The South Florida Water Management District has approved a plan to buy about 20,000 acres in the Everglades, a deal that would block exploratory oil drilling on part of the property.
A Connecticut woman who led a Florida Highway Patrol trooper on a chase which blasted through two security checkpoints on a road near President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort made her first court appearance.
An emaciated newborn sperm whale which beached itself about a mile north of President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence has died.
A woman who tried to run onto the field at Hard Rock Stadium during Sunday's Super Bowl is facing charges Monday morning.
The traditional ceremony to hand off the NFL football to the next Super Bowl host city took place early Monday morning.
Two West Virginia National Guard members deployed to Washington, D.C., were critically injured in a shooting near the White House on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities say the gunman approached troops on routine patrol and opened fire. The suspect was also shot and is expected to survive. The attack happened around 2 p.m. at 17th and I streets. Officials say 300 troops have been stationed in D.C. since summer, and the president has requested 500 more following the incident.
In Coconut Creek, a family escaped safely after flames damaged their home; two dogs were treated for smoke inhalation and are recovering. The Red Cross is assisting, and the cause remains under investigation.
South Florida keeps the holiday spirit alive with new attractions after a longtime favorite closed. One park offers massive light displays and festive scenes, while another mixes traditional holiday fun with quirky exhibits for a unique seasonal experience.
The Trump administration has revoked Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Haitians living in the U.S., meaning more than 300,000 people could face deportation starting Feb. 3, 2026. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem acknowledged Haiti remains volatile but said extending TPS would conflict with U.S. interests. Advocates call the decision devastating, warning that hundreds of thousands of lives are at stake for people who have lived and worked legally in the country for years.
Thanksgiving travel is surging, with millions expected to fly and drive for the holiday. At Miami International Airport, conditions were smooth on Wednesday morning with minimal lines, few cancellations, and only dozens of delays—a welcome sign after recent disruptions. Travelers said they felt higher costs but planned ahead, noting flights were about 10-15% more expensive than usual.
The 9-year-old has undergone multiple surgeries as doctors warn families about the dangers of fireworks.
The Survivor Ultimate Café brings challenges, food, meet‑and‑greets and a hidden idol hunt to South Florida ahead of its official opening.
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
South Florida families fear the move could worsen shortages in Cuba, while others say pressure on the government is necessary.
Doctors warn that prolonged exposure—not just low temperatures—poses the greatest danger as cold weather moves into the region.
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 announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is releasing millions more records related to its probe into Jeffrey Epstein.
The investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security, known as Homeland Security Investigations, had been leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
President Trump says he is nominating Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, filling a powerful economic policy role as the president pushes for lower interest rates.
President Trump is threatening Canada with a 50% tariff on any aircraft sold in the U.S., the latest salvo in his trade war with America's northern neighbor as his feud with Prime Minister Mark Carney expands.
For more than a year, Gov. Ron DeSantis has said he wants to do away with all homesteaded property taxes, arguing homeowners should not have to pay rent to the government.
Raquel Pacheco said she has "hope" after seeing the worldwide reaction to the video she posted of two Miami Beach police detectives showing up at her house because she had posted a critical comment on Facebook about Miami Beach Mayor Steve Meiner.
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.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
The House's Health Care Facilities & Systems Subcommittee approved the bill which also changes multiple laws and restrictions involving nursing homes, dental hygienists, and registered nurses.
Carlos Migoya announces his retirement as CEO of Jackson Health System after serving the public hospital system for over a decade.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
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.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Rong Niu, known as "Red Panda," fell off her unicycle during her performance at the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final.
"CBS Mornings" reveals Jennifer Jimenez, a longtime high school band director in Miami, is the winner of the prestigious 2026 Music Educator Award.
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
