Florida Pandemic Economy Has Some Looking At Bankruptcy As An Option
The coronavirus pandemic has forced some major corporations to declare bankruptcy, yet many continue to operate.
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JCPenney Closing 154 Stores This Summer, None In South Florida
JCPenney is permanently closing 154 stores across 20 states this summer as part of its bankruptcy plan, but there are no South Florida locations being closed.
Court Approves Pier 1's Bankruptcy Application
It's official, Pier 1 is going out of business.
Forever 21 To Close Stores In Miami Beach, Pembroke Pines & Palm Beach Gardens
The clothing store chain Forever 21 will close three stores in South Florida as part of its chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, but six others will remain open.
David's Bridal Files For Bankruptcy, But Your Order Is Safe
Breathe easy, brides; your dress is still being made.
Sears Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Sears has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, buckling under its massive debt load and staggering losses.
Payless Shoes Files For Chapter 11, Will Close 400 Stores
Facing increasing pressure from online competition like Amazon and Zappos, the Payless ShoeSource chain has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Gawker Media Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Gawker Media has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, about three months after pro wrestler Hulk Hogan won a $140 million lawsuit against the online gossip and news publisher.
Florida Recoups Some Money From Failed Video Effects Studio
This summer Florida should begin receiving payments from bankruptcy settlement it reached with failed digital effects company.
Opa-Locka Facing Financial Collapse, Corruption & Complete Shutdown
Amid an FBI investigation for corruption, authorities say the Miami suburb of Opa-locka is teetering toward financial collapse.
Former Mall King Aeropostale Seeking Bankruptcy Protection
A one time mall king is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based Aeropostale company has announced that it will be closing 113 of its 739 U.S. stores,
Casey Anthony Won't Have To Pay Most Of Her Debts
Casey Anthony, who was acquitted of murder in 2011 in the death of her toddler, filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. Now, the bankruptcy judge has ruled that Anthony will not have to pay most of her debts.
Bankruptcy Judge Gives Final Approval To American/US Air Merger
A U.S Bankruptcy Judge has given the final approval to a merger between U.S. Airways Group and AMR, the parent company of American Airlines.
Casey Anthony Heads Back To Bankruptcy Court
Casey Anthony's attorney will be back in bankruptcy court Tuesday attempting to prevent a trustee in the case from trying to sell her life story to pay off outstanding debts.
Reports: American & US Air May Announce Merger This Week
One of South Florida's largest employers will likely get larger this week when American Airlines and US Airways are expected to announce a long-awaited merger. The merger would create the country's biggest airline if it was approved by regulators.
Casey Anthony Files For Bankruptcy
After being acquitted of killing her 2-year-old daughter Caylee in 2011, Casey Anthony is fighting legal issues again.
Report: American Airlines May Lay Off Up To 1,400 At MIA
American Airlines has been fighting to stay alive in bankruptcy court, but its latest move will put a serious dent in the Miami economy and likely not curry any good will for the company in South Florida.
Wife Of Jailed Ponzi Schemer Pleads Not Guilty
Dressed simply and not wearing any jewelry, Kimberly Rothstein, wife of convicted Ponzi scam artist Scott Rothstein, pleaded not guilty in federal court to charges of money laundering, witness tampering and obstruction of justice.
Kim Rothstein Charged With Money Laundering, Obstruction Of Justice
The wife of convicted Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein has been arrested and charged for their role in an alleged plot to conceal and dispose of assets in connection to the case.
Report: American Airlines Wins Key Decision Over Pilots Union
AMR Corp, the parent company of American Airlines, won a key ruling Tuesday that will allow it to impose terms on its pilots union.
American Airlines Wants Pilots Contract Tossed
American Airlines will ask a bankruptcy judge on Tuesday for permission to throw out its labor agreement with its pilots.
Octomom To Strip At Hallandale Club Friday Night
As the saying goes, "There's no such thing as bad publicity." Nadya Suleman, better known as "Octomom", is scheduled to perform a strip show at a Hallandale gentleman's club Friday night.
US Airways Sets Terms For Takeover Of American Airlines
US Airways have filed the first paperwork to begin the process of taking over American Airlines, which is currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Warren Sapp, Former Cane and NFL Star, Files For Bankruptcy
He won championship rings and owns 200 pairs of of Air Jordan sneakers, but what former Miami Hurricane Warren Sapp doesn't have is the millions needed to pay his bills, so he has filed bankruptcy in Broward County.
Sun-Sentinel To Put A Price Tag On Website
If you want to get to get the most out of the South Florida Sun- Sentinel's website, you'd better be prepared to subscribe to the print edition or find some extra cash, because starting in a week, the newspaper plans to charge for full online access.
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Tracking the Tropics: Potential Tropical Cyclone Two forms
There's a good chance that it could become Tropical Storm Bonnie prior to reaching the Windward Islands.
Miami commissioner breaks ground on project to fix flooding on tricky street
"This is a roadway that historically has been a challenge, been flooding for many years," said Manolo Reyes.
Nonprofit SMASH making sure Liberty City renters aren't "living under the thumb of these slumlords"
SMASH stands for Struggle for Miami's Affordable and Sustainable Housing.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs "Miya's Law"
Under the new law, criminal and sexual-offender background checks will be required for apartment-complex employees.
Frontier and Spirit stocks fall heading into key merger vote
Frontier is trying to fend off an attempt by JetBlue Airways to swoop in and grab Spirit.
Mosquito spraying pro warns people to be careful of areas with even tiny amounts of water
Roy Billesbach is co-owner of a Mosquito Shield franchise.
Zoom, Pow, Zoom! Mosquitoes Laughing At You? Get Back At Those Annoying Bloodsuckers & Call 311!
The summer rains are helping mosquitoes reproduce and no matter how many foggers or sprays you use, it seems they are impervious to it.
Rapper SpotemGottem arrested after allegedly speeding on Jet Ski to evade police
He is facing several charges, including reckless operation of a boat and fleeing law enforcement officers.
Florida Planned Parenthood urges action after Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision
A CBS News Poll shows 59% disapproved of the Supreme Court decision.
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Tracking the Tropics: Potential Tropical Cyclone Two forms
There's a good chance that it could become Tropical Storm Bonnie prior to reaching the Windward Islands.
Miami commissioner breaks ground on project to fix flooding on tricky street
"This is a roadway that historically has been a challenge, been flooding for many years," said Manolo Reyes.
Nonprofit SMASH making sure Liberty City renters aren't "living under the thumb of these slumlords"
SMASH stands for Struggle for Miami's Affordable and Sustainable Housing.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs "Miya's Law"
Under the new law, criminal and sexual-offender background checks will be required for apartment-complex employees.
Frontier and Spirit stocks fall heading into key merger vote
Frontier is trying to fend off an attempt by JetBlue Airways to swoop in and grab Spirit.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis signs "Miya's Law"
Under the new law, criminal and sexual-offender background checks will be required for apartment-complex employees.
Mosquito spraying pro warns people to be careful of areas with even tiny amounts of water
Roy Billesbach is co-owner of a Mosquito Shield franchise.
Zoom, Pow, Zoom! Mosquitoes Laughing At You? Get Back At Those Annoying Bloodsuckers & Call 311!
The summer rains are helping mosquitoes reproduce and no matter how many foggers or sprays you use, it seems they are impervious to it.
Florida seeks to clear way for 15-week abortion limit
State's Attorney General has filed a motion to reject a request for a temporary injunction
Ahead of 4th of July, Florida ranks among least patriotic states in new study
How patriotic are you? Before you answer that, personal finance website Wallethub conducted a study that placed the Sunshine State at 47th, out of 50, as the least patriotic.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis signs "Miya's Law"
Under the new law, criminal and sexual-offender background checks will be required for apartment-complex employees.
Florida Planned Parenthood pushing back on state's 15-week abortion ban
The American Civil Liberties Union also filed suit on behalf of abortion providers and Planned Parenthood against the law that was passed in April.
Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision has Florida Planned Parenthood urging action
A CBS News Poll shows 59% disapproved of the Supreme Court decision.
Florida Planned Parenthood urges action after Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision
A CBS News Poll shows 59% disapproved of the Supreme Court decision.
Judge rejects requests to block controversial Florida law
New law restricts the way race-related concepts can be taught in classrooms and workplace training
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Frontier and Spirit stocks fall heading into key merger vote
Frontier is trying to fend off an attempt by JetBlue Airways to swoop in and grab Spirit.
Rep. Wasserman Shultz says state needs to do better in getting federal relief funds to homeowners
Rep. Wasserman Schultz said only 16% of the fund has been distributed
Retail chains with too much inventory consider new way to handle returns
Handing customers their money back, they can keep return items
Florida gas prices dip 14 cents in last week
Due to a recent drop in crude oil and gasoline futures prices
Toyota is recalling its first mainstream electric car because the wheels can fall off
Toyota warned owners of BZ4X electric SUVs to stop driving them because the wheels might fall off.
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Miami-Dade offering free pediatric COVID-19 vaccine shots
Miami-Dade County partnered with Nomi Health to offer the vaccines.
Miami-Dade's free pediatric COVID-19 vaccine drive in full swing
"I believe in the vaccine," said Daniel Dadron., who took his son to get vaccinated.
WHO says monkeypox is not an international public health emergency
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called for intensified surveillance for monkeypox.
Miami-Dade County hosts free pediatric COVID-19 vaccine drive
Miami-Dade County will be offering vaccines for children through Wednesday, June 29th.
5 things to know now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned
Where is abortion still legal? Could this ruling affect IVF or contraception? Here are some answers.
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.
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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.