Exploring Overtown's rich Black History, one stop at a time
Jean Cidelca, a passionate architect and historian, guides visitors through Overtown's soul, unveiling the rich tapestry of Black history woven into its streets.
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Jean Cidelca, a passionate architect and historian, guides visitors through Overtown's soul, unveiling the rich tapestry of Black history woven into its streets.
CBS News Miami I is celebrating Black History Month through the stories of resilience, and strength of South Florida's historically black communities and community members.
The nonprofit conducts research and digs up pictures to tell little-known Miami history.
Nearly 80 years later, descendants of the Railroad Shop Colored Addition say their families were never compensated by the City of Miami.
From a little boy in Coconut Grove to an astronaut who walked in space, Scott's life is a testament to hard work.
"I was trying to be as calm and collected as I possibly could," Scott recalled of the phone call he received in 1992 telling him he had been selected as a NASA astronaut.
In the summer of 1947, a thriving Black community in Miami vanished in the blink of an eye.
Nathaniel "Traz" Powell was one of Miami's pioneering African American athletes.
Nathaniel "Traz" Powell was one of Miami's pioneering African American athletes. Hank Tester has the story.
Miami police shared a picture on social media of five African American men being sworn in as the city’ first Black police officers on Sept. 1, 1944.
Black History Month is marked in February, and the history of the observance dates back almost a century.
The Defense Intelligence Agency has issued a memo to pause activities marking MLK Jr. Day and Black History Month, among other "special observances."
Thirty years after Florida required schools to teach African American history, how the subject is taught remains inconsistent across Florida classrooms, a review by The Associated Press has found.
Some of her more notable work came when she was in her 70s.
Ernest Crim III is your instructor for this 29-lesson course as CBS 2 celebrates Black History Month.
Teri Williams, President and COO of One United Bank, said Black owned banks are focused on communities that feel unwelcome at other banks.
Jim Crow segregation was at the core of the circumstances that Killens operated in
CBS News Miami is commemorating Black History Month with a man whose name seems to be everywhere in the Black community, and rightly so.
CBS News Miami is commemorating Black History Month with a man whose name seems to be everywhere in the Black community, and rightly so.
Miami was a crucial starting point for the Negro baseball league
The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs
The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs
Gov. Ron Desantis said it was "absurd" and "nothing in state requires that"
Gov. DeSantis called it "absurd."
That wall was built in 1930 and stood as high as 6 feet tall. Also referred to as a ‘race wall’ its purpose was to separate the white and black neighborhoods of Liberty City and the Liberty Square or Pork and Bean project.
City memo limits waivers and inspections as residents push for quieter nights downtown.
Pet Orphans Miami is caring for two animals found discarded alongside furniture, preparing them for adoption.
The 16‑year‑old brother, now considered a suspect, is living with other relatives away from his siblings.
Demolition clears the way for a new garage as attorneys recall mold, asbestos, and famous trials.
Two Florida Memorial University football players were arrested after police say they were involved in a dorm room home invasion where a student was beaten and robbed.
City memo limits waivers and inspections as residents push for quieter nights downtown.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Pet Orphans Miami is caring for two animals found discarded alongside furniture, preparing them for adoption.
Miami Art Week 2025 delivers a full slate of installations, exhibitions and events across Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and beyond.
The 16‑year‑old brother, now considered a suspect, is living with other relatives away from his siblings.
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.
Florida's Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state's coast.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
Jim DeFede investigates the millions of dollars in state funding cuts for meal programs across South Florida.
Jim DeFede interviews Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins, who is mulling a run for governor in 2026.
Jim DeFede talks with Randi Weingarten about the warning bell she rings in her new book, "Why Fascists Fear Teachers."
Jim DeFede talks with Bryan Calvo, the newly elected mayor of Hialeah.
Jim DeFede interviews Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, who just announced he's running for governor in 2026.
Experts say the original warnings from more than 20 years ago were based on outdated information and were "overly broad."
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
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.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.