Aretha Franklin Had Strong Roots In South Florida
The 'Queen of Soul' had a special connection to Miami, recording several of her hits at Criteria Studios in North Miami.
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The 'Queen of Soul' had a special connection to Miami, recording several of her hits at Criteria Studios in North Miami.
Admitting that his campaign for governor faces "an uphill battle," Democrat Chris King launched a twelve day bus tour across the state he's calling: "Fearless For Florida."
Bickering and personal attacks are hallmarks of Hallandale Beach city commission meetings but the name calling has hit a new low.
It can lead to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, loss of coordination, vomiting and diarrhea, according to the CDC. Symptoms typically disappear within a few days, but they can last much longer.
Voters in Florida are taking advantage of early voting, either by mail or in person.
A would be robber picked the wrong clerk to mess with during a cash grab attempt at 7-Eleven in Hollywood.
A Broward Sheriff's Office Deputy was involved in an accident with another driver in Cooper City on Thursday afternoon.
Miami-Dade police shut down all northbound lanes at US-1 and Southwest 183rd Street on Thursday afternoon following a fatal motorcycle crash in West Perrine.
A school employee was arrested Wednesday for bringing a gun on campus.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott, who killed a major publically-financed high-speed rail project in his first year in office, has invested with his wife in a fund that has links to a private company building a new high-speed rail line.
Florida health officials confirmed two more cases of measles diagnosed in Florida, where an unvaccinated child came down with the illness earlier this week.
As America's opioid epidemic rages, some pet owners could be stealing pain medications intended for their furry friends.
One of the suspects in the fatal shooting of rapper XXXTentacion is asking a Broward judge to let him out on bond.
Lettuce and Tomato is a gourmet gastro bar on West Dixie Highway in the heart of North Miami Beach.
With less than two weeks to go before the primaries, Democratic candidates running for Florida's top seat took part in a forum in Hollywood.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Friday's heat index values will hover around 105 degrees for Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" will end in May 2026, Colbert and CBS announced on Thursday. The company said it will retire "The Late Show" franchise, and called it "purely a financial decision." Colbert broke the news to the audience during Thursday's taping at the Ed Sullivan Theater in Manhattan.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the TSA is considering changes to its restrictions on liquids in carry-on bags. The possible update follows a recent policy shift that ended the requirement for passengers to remove their shoes during standard security screenings, which took effect July 8.
A Chicago woman says she was denied boarding on a Spirit Airlines flight in Miami because of her outfit — specifically, a pair of shorts a gate agent allegedly deemed inappropriate.
Dozens gathered in Liberty City as part of a nationwide day of peaceful protest marking the fifth anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’s death. Demonstrators held signs reading “Stop the Trump destruction” and “Don’t give up, don’t give in,” calling for justice and government accountability.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
E-bikes and E-scooters are becoming more popular and that brings more dangers, especially for children.
A Florida man killed his wife, tried to kill his stepdaughter and then killed himself after an argument over Monday Night Football, officials say.
The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
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.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Guest host Lauren Pastrana is joined by Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust.
Guest host Laura Pastrana talks with one of the big winners from Tuesday's runoff elections, Miami Beach Commissioner-elect Monica Matteo-Salinas.
Jim Defede goes in-depth on the second vote by the Miami Dade College Trustees to donate land for the proposed Trump Presidential Library.
Jim DeFede investigates the millions of dollars in state funding cuts for meal programs across South Florida.
If you don't feel well, particularly if you have a fever and worsening symptoms, Dr. Glazier says, skip the get-together.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
A California digital health company and a Florida medical practice have been indicted in an alleged $100 million scheme to illegally distribute Adderall over the internet to patients across the country who didn't need it, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.
Physicians and educators spoke out against the proposed repeal of vaccination requirements for diseases such as chickenpox during a Department of Health workshop in Panama City Beach, while vaccine critics applauded Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration for advancing the plan.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
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.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
