Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
According to the Alzheimer's Association, six million Americans are living with the disease.
Alzheimer's 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.
Funeral Arrangements Set For Former UM Coach Ron Fraser
Funeral arrangements for legendary former University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser have been set by the family after the man affectionately known as "The Wizard of College Baseball," died over the weekend at the age of 79.
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Police: Video shows persons of interest in vandalism at Hialeah women's clinic
Surveillance video shows persons of interest in a hate crime at a Hialeah clinic that helps women with their pregnancies.
Miami couple accused of stealing service dog, blackmailing owner
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said a Miami couple was arrested Monday for stealing a Marathon couple's French Bulldog and demanding $1,000 for its return.
Planting soil anyone? Fort Lauderdale repurposes truckloads of seaweed
Crews take truckloads of seaweed to Snyder Park where the city is able to repurpose it.
CBS4's Steve Goldstein on history made in NHL
The San Jose Sharks' new General Manager is Mike Grier, the first Black GM in league history.
Vegan Florida mom found guilty of first-degree murder for starving her son
Sheila O'Leary is facing a life sentence with no chance of getting out of prison.
Suspect arrested in two Fort Lauderdale robberies
William Wimberly has been charged with armed robbery
BSO: Man sexually assaulted child, attacked deputy
A 20-year-old man is facing serious charges after being accused of sexually assaulting a child and attacking a Broward Sheriff's Office deputy.
Have you seen 20-year-old Alejandro Suarez?
His vehicle was found at Miami Dade College on Monday, but he was nowhere to be found.
Seasonal Sargassum seaweed causing icky mess on South Florida beaches
While most people think it's an icky mess to deal with, it does have environmental benefits.
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Police: Video shows persons of interest in vandalism at Hialeah women's clinic
Surveillance video shows persons of interest in a hate crime at a Hialeah clinic that helps women with their pregnancies.
Miami couple accused of stealing service dog, blackmailing owner
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said a Miami couple was arrested Monday for stealing a Marathon couple's French Bulldog and demanding $1,000 for its return.
Planting soil anyone? Fort Lauderdale repurposes truckloads of seaweed
Crews take truckloads of seaweed to Snyder Park where the city is able to repurpose it.
CBS4's Steve Goldstein on history made in NHL
The San Jose Sharks' new General Manager is Mike Grier, the first Black GM in league history.
Vegan Florida mom found guilty of first-degree murder for starving her son
Sheila O'Leary is facing a life sentence with no chance of getting out of prison.
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Flamethrower used to torch Pan-African flag flying on pole
St. Petersburg police said they are investigating the fire and are working to identify a suspect.
Florida tops 74,000 COVID-19 cases last week
Florida has topped 71,000 new COVID-19 cases in each of the past five weeks, a report released Friday by the state Department of Health shows.
Florida says Ben & Jerry's change 'step in right direction'
Gov. Ron DeSantis and state Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis praised Ben & Jerry's parent company for a decision that will allow sales of ice cream in Israel.
Florida nursing home owner to pay $1.75M in vaccine probe
The owner of a West Palm Beach nursing home will pay $1.75 million to settle claims that it improperly diverted doses of COVID-19 vaccine to members of its board of directors and donors.
Florida officials: Girl seriously injured in shark attack in Florida
A teenage girl was seriously injured when a shark attacked her off Florida's Gulf Coast, authorities said.
Politics
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Politics
NSU Law Professor Robert M. Jarvis shares legal perspective on Florida abortion battle
Florida's new 15-week abortion was blocked and then quickly reinstated after an appeal from the state attorney general in a lawsuit challenging the restriction.
Could Gov. DeSantis use $100M reelection money in presidential race?
At the end of May, DeSantis was sitting on $111 million.
Americans taking to the streets over hot-button issues as nation is about to celebrate birthday
CBS4's Karli Barnett has more on the political division.
Gavin Newsom targets GOP in Florida ad: "Join us in California"
The ad scheduled to air on Fox News starting Monday takes shots at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his policies.
Biden vows to protect abortion pill in governors meeting
President Biden met virtually with several Democratic governors on efforts to protect women's abortion access.
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CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
July 4th food inflation has some shoppers looking for holiday deals
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports food costs were up, on average, 10.8 percent for a year period ending April 2022.
Spirit's delay allows airline bidding war time to play out
The delay indicates that Spirit lacks support to approve the Frontier merger.
Day 2 of HUD secretary's visit to get firsthand look at housing crisis
"When I go back to Washington, we can look at thing a little differently," she told CBS4's Hank Tester.
HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge visits South Florida to get firsthand look at housing crisis
Over the last five months, the Miami area has been one of the least affordable housing markets in the country.
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Florida's 15-week abortion ban reinstated after legal appeal
Florida's new 15-week abortion was blocked and then quickly reinstated after an appeal from the state attorney general in a lawsuit challenging the restriction.
Miami-Dade Corrections honors officers who died from COVID
Memorial service held to honor employees who died of COVID-19 in 2021.
CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
Largest study to date reveals how COVID vaccines work with people of different sizes
"The first key outcome is that vaccines are highly effective across all body weights and that is great news."
Judge's decision to block Florida's 15-week abortion ban puts law in legal limbo
The decision came days after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
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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1-on-1 with Jacqueline Charles
Among other things, they discussed the worsening crisis in Haiti.
1-on-1 with Fort Lauderdale Vice Mayor Ben Sorensen
He's running for the congressional seat being vacated by Ted Deutch.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Nikki Fried
The two discussed her gubernatorial bid.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Annette Taddeo 1
State Sen. Annette Taddeo shook up the Florida gubernatorial race this week.
Facing South Florida: Condo Safety Concerns
Jim DeFede's guest for Sunday's show was Eric Glazer, one of the state's leading condo attorneys who has been pushing for years to make condos safer.
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Andy Garcia pairs up with Gloria Estefan in all-new 'Father of the Bride'
This all-new "Father of the Bride" features a predominantly Latino cast.
Miami chefs make history after receiving Michelin Stars
CBS4's resident foodie Lisa Petrillo caught up with two of the newly awarded chefs about what this honor means.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
City Theatre's Summer Shorts program features new 10-minute plays, old favorites
The festival, starting June 2nd at the Arsht Center's Carnival Studio Theater features new 10-minute plays as well as fresh revivals of past festival favorites, written by the country's best playwrights.
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years.