Where are we now in the fight against Alzheimer's?
Scientists around the world have continued to chip away at the genetic underpinning of this heartbreaking disease that steals the mind, leaving the body empty of its former self.
Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
According to the Alzheimer's Association, six million Americans are living with the disease.
UM Doctors Part Of Team That Discovered New Drug To Treat Alzheimer's Disease
The FDA has approved a new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease, and part of the credit for this discovery goes to doctors at the University of Miami.
FDA Approves First New Alzheimer's Disease Drug In Nearly 20 Years
The first new drug for Alzheimer's disease in nearly 20 years received approval from government health officials on Monday.
Breakthrough Alzheimer's Blood Test May Make Diagnosis Simple and Affordable
There has been a huge breakthrough for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease.
UT Southwestern Celebrates 'Big Bang' Breakthrough in Alzheimer's Research
Doctors at UT-Southwestern's O'Donnell Brain Institute have detected what they believe are changes in a single molecule that could act as the starting point for the deadly, memory-stealing disease.
Could Alzheimer's Be Triggered By A Herpes Virus?
A common virus may play a role in Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.
Lauren's List: Helpful Tips For Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.
Scientists Say They Have Fixed The Gene Linked To Alzheimer's Disease
Scientists found that apoE4 is only slightly different from the gene apoE3 however, the protein it produces within the body is much more damaging to human brain cells.
Video Game Helping Researchers Detect Alzheimer's Disease In Patients
Researchers are hoping a new video game will help lead them to a cure for Alzheimer's disease.
Bill Gates Gives $50 Million To Find Cure For Alzheimer's
Bill Gates says he's giving $50 million to help fight Alzheimer's disease.
Study: Lack Of Sleep Linked To Higher Risk Of Alzheimer's
If you're skipping out on a good night's sleep, you might want to reconsider it.
Healthy Food For Your Brain
Greens and grains are on the list of foods that have been linked to lower rates of cognitive decline.
Police Believe They've Found Remains Of Homestead Missing Woman
Authorities believe they may have found the remains of a woman reported missing in Homestead earlier this month.
UM Gets Federal Grant To Study Alzheimer's
The University of Miami has been awarded a four-year grant to identify the genetic risks of Alzheimer's disease.
Florida GI Bill, E-Cigarette Ban, Among New Laws July 1
On Tuesday, the state's record-setting, $77 billion election-year budget goes into effect, along with 157 other bills approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Rick Scott.
Online Test May Detect Alzheimer's Disease Early
There isn't a cure for Alzheimer's, but researchers say they can slow the progression if it's caught early.
UM Becoming Major Player In Brain Research
The University of Miami is becoming a major player in fighting brain-related diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
New Test May Help Spot Early Signs Of Alzheimer's Disease
With more and more people being diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, doctors say it's critical to identify problems with memory and thinking as soon as possible.
Miami Tower To Turn Purple Saturday Night
Purple lights will illuminate the Miami Tower Saturday night to generate awareness for Alzheimer's Disease.
Miami Alzheimer's Patient Found
The Broward County Sheriff's Office said a 79-year-old Miami man that wandered away from a medical office, Monday was found safe.
Ft. Lauderdale Elderly Man Located
Fort Lauderdale police have located a man they were searching for after he wandered off from an apartment complex.
Focus on South Florida: Brain Banks
Brain banks are changing the way doctors are treating patients. At the University of Miami, brain tissue is studied at the Brain Endowment Bank and sent to researchers worldwide. We focus on the work done there, and how it helps unlock the mysteries of diseases like Alzheimer's.
Report: Florida Second In U.S. For Number Of Alzheimer's Cases
In Florida's battle against Alzheimer's, the disease is winning, according to a new report.
Viewing Held For Former UM Baseball Coach Ron Fraser
Loved one and fans paid their respects to former University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser.
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Miami-Dade PD confirms officer down
The officer was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Medical experts urging schools to have plan in case of monkeypox, COVID outbreaks
When it comes to safety protocols, one parent says he's not feeling very confident in the school district.
Family says hit-and-run driver has no love in their heart after leaving 74-year-old to die
Last month, a vehicle struck 74-year-old Willie Mae Gipson. She later died from her injuries.
South Florida lightning strikes are a cause for concern
Florida gets, on average, 1.2 million lightning flashes per year.
Democratic gubernatorial candidates Crist, Fried vying to take on DeSantis
The candidates address abortion, gun reform, and sex education
CDC stats show drowning top cause of death for Florida children ages 1-4
More than 410 people have drowned in Florida pools in the last three years. Nearly half of them were children.
Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Safety enhancements are on the way for Brightline as the passenger rail line gears up to extend service
According to the AP, more than 60 people have been killed since Brightline first began running in mid-2017.
Parkland school shooter's brain exams to be subject of court hearing
Wesley Center, a Texas counselor, said the exams happened last year at the Broward County jail.
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Miami-Dade PD confirms officer down
The officer was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Medical experts urging schools to have plan in case of monkeypox, COVID outbreaks
When it comes to safety protocols, one parent says he's not feeling very confident in the school district.
Family says hit-and-run driver has no love in their heart after leaving 74-year-old to die
Last month, a vehicle struck 74-year-old Willie Mae Gipson. She later died from her injuries.
South Florida lightning strikes are a cause for concern
Florida gets, on average, 1.2 million lightning flashes per year.
Democratic gubernatorial candidates Crist, Fried vying to take on DeSantis
The candidates address abortion, gun reform, and sex education
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Weekly Roundup: Florida Gov. DeSantis prosecutes war on 'woke'
About six hours after he was suspended Thursday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Andrew Warren insisted he was still Hillsborough County's top prosecutor — and that the governor was trying to "overthrow" democracy.
Probation for Florida woman who wiped up blood after killing spouse
A Florida woman who was acquitted of murdering her husband, a prominent official at the University of Central Florida, was sentenced Friday to a year of probation for tampering with evidence.
Less smoking hits tobacco settlement revenues
Florida likely will see lower-than-expected revenues from a landmark settlement with the tobacco industry because fewer people are smoking or smokers are cutting back.
Florida surgeons seek changes in 'Brazilian butt lift' restrictions
Members of the Florida medical boards are considering restrictions on "Brazilian butt lifts."
Vice President Harris to discuss climate change in Miami
Vice President Kamala Harris and other federal officials will travel Monday to Miami to discuss issues related to climate change, the White House said Friday.
Politics
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Democratic gubernatorial candidates Crist, Fried vying to take on DeSantis
The candidates address abortion, gun reform, and sex education
Transcript: Alberto Carvalho on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District, that aired on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Schiff: "No evidence" that Trump declassified docs found at Mar-a-Lago
Some of the items seized from Mar-a-Lago by the FBI last week contained classified information.
Before Mar-a-Lago search, Trump lawyer claimed all classified docs removed
The government is investigating Trump for potential violation of three criminal statutes.
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Average gas price in Florida drops to $3.64
That's down 14 cents from a week earlier and 68 cents from a month earlier, according to AAA.
Florida gas prices dip to five month low
In Miami on Monday, the average was $3.89 a gallon, Fort Lauderdale's average was $3.86.
Baby formula shortage is easing for many, but it still isn't over
Formula availability is not back to normal, but for many families, it's better than it was even a month ago.
Florida's average gas price slip below $4 a gallon
In Miami on Monday, the average was $4.03 a gallon and Fort Lauderdale's average was $4.04
Coral Gables woman out more than $3,000 after scammers trick her using Zelle
Laura Hernandez says this all started when she received a text message from scammers.
Health
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Medical experts urging schools to have plan in case of monkeypox, COVID outbreaks
When it comes to safety protocols, one parent says he's not feeling very confident in the school district.
CDC stats show drowning top cause of death for Florida children ages 1-4
More than 410 people have drowned in Florida pools in the last three years. Nearly half of them were children.
Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
Miami-Dade begins vaccinating for monkeypox at 2 locations
On Friday, folks lined up for monkeypox vaccination shots at Miami-Dade's two newly opened locations.
Neighbors 4 Neighbors
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CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors, Viewers Help Family Left Homeless After Fire
CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors and a viewer are stepping up to help a family for the holiday after a blaze ripped through their apartment.
December 13 Deadline To Adopt A Family For The Holidays Is Fast Approaching
Time is running out for you to open your heart and help a family in need this holiday season. Only 16 families left before Monday's deadline for the Neighbors 4 Neighbors Adopt A Family for the Holidays program.
More Than $2,000 Raised, So Far, For Family Burned Out Of Miami Home
A South Florida family who lost everything when a fire destroyed their Miami home, is thankful for the generous support of the South Florida community in an effort to get them back on their feet.
'Need Our Community To Come Together': Neighbors 4 Neighbors Assisting Family Burned Out Of Miami Apartment
Just days before Thanksgiving, Zoila Monzon and her children lost everything when a fire destroyed their Miami apartment.
Facing South Florida
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Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 2
State Senator Annette Taddeo is running against Miami City Commissioner Ken Russell.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for U.S. Congress District 27
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2022 Celebrity Deaths
Celebrities we've lost this year.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Taste of the Town: Timeless Italian family recipes with a twist at Luca Osteria
Award-winning Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli's motto is clear "Good pasta, Good people"
State agency targets Wynwood restaurant over drag shows
"Having kids involved in this is wrong," said Gov.DeSantis