Video shows teacher's assistant roughing up boy who has autism
In the video, you see a teacher's assistant grabbing 5-year-old Amani Fishley and pulling him to a chair.
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'She Was Angry': Counselor Testifies At Child Abuse Trial Of Former Broward Deputy Willard Miller
The trial of former Broward Sheriff Deputy Willard Miller continued on Wednesday.
Police: Florida Man Thomas Lair Abused Children For Nearly 50 Years
A Florida man, already accused of child sexual abuse, now faces new charges after victims came forward from as far back as 1972.
Florida Woman Accused Of Putting 4-Year-Old In Dryer, Who Said He 'Went Round & Round'
A Florida babysitter has found herself behind bars after allegedly putting a 4-year-old boy in a dryer.
Mom Faces Aggravated Child Abuse Charges After Hospital Staff Find 15 Fractures On 3-Year-Old Child
A South Florida mom is facing aggravated child abuse charges after being accused of hurting her 3-year-old daughter.
Police: Jupiter Couple Forced Teen To Live in Garage For Years
A Florida couple is being held on $50,000 bond for forcing their 13-year-old son to live inside a small room in a garage for years. He was only allowed out to go to school, say authorities in Jupiter.
Florida Day Care Worker Accused Of Breaking Baby's Leg
A Florida day care worker is accused of slapping a 4-month-old several times before twisting the baby's leg until it broke, police said.
Florida Man Accused Of Attacking Kid Over Playground Noise
A man in Clearwater is accused of attacking a kid at a playground after yelling at the children playing there that they were being too noisy
New York Man Fariz Feyzullayev Accused Of Kissing Girl He Didn't Know In South Florida Publix Store
A man has been charged after he reportedly committing a disturbing crime.
Florida Woman Melissa Doss Charged With Abuse For Keeping Autistic Girl In Cage
A central Florida woman accused of keeping a severely autistic child in a cage has been arrested.
Hialeah Woman Charged With Allegedly Abusing 5-Week-Old Baby
Bryunna Joyce appeared before a judge Monday.
Pompano Beach Woman Arrested For Allegedly Abusing Her Intellectually Disabled 13-Year-Old Child
A Pompano Beach woman is under arrest for allegedly abusing her 13-year-old child, who is intellectually disabled.
Support Families and Children During Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and we all play a role in promoting healthy child development, supporting families, and helping prevent child abuse and neglect.
Mom Faces Child Abuse Charge After Bringing Child To Hospital With Broken Bones
A woman is facing a child abuse charge with great bodily harm after she brought in her 3-year-old child to Baptist Hospital with broken bones.
Florida Couple Arrested For Handcuffing Young Boy, Locking Him In Closet For 16 Hours A Day
A Florida couple is accused of handcuffing a young boy and locking him in a closet for hours each day as a form of punishment, authorities said.
South Florida Mother Facing Several Charges After Her Severely Injured Baby Is Found Under Car Tire
South Florida mother is facing some extremely disturbing charges involving her baby.
Public Awareness Campaign Aims to Keep Children Safe, Nurtured and Healthy
Broward AWARE! aims to raise awareness about resources that help keep children safe, healthy, happy and nurtured.
Orlando Waitress Flavaine Carvalho Hailed As Hero For Helping Abused Boy
An Orlando waitress is being hailed a hero after helping a boy escape from a possibly abusive home.
Miami PD Alarmed By Child Abuse Case Where 4-Year-Old Boy Needed Surgery After 3rd-Degree Burns To Hand
The Miami Police Department is alarmed by a new case revealing a "long period" of abuse of a 4-year-old boy. The judge in the case also had some strong words in court.
Florida Couple Avoids Prison In Child Abuse Case Where Girl Was Found Hiding In Woods
A Florida couple will not serve any prison time in a child abuse case in which a malnourished, injured teenage girl was discovered hiding in the woods.
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis Warns Of COVID-19 Toll On Families
Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis and child-welfare advocates warned Friday about the toll the COVID-19 pandemic is taking on some families.
Advocacy Groups Worried About Unreported Domestic Violence, Child Abuse During Stay-At-Home Orders
As people venture out only for necessities and adhere to stay-at-home orders, there's concern by advocacy groups about unreported cases of child abuse and domestic violence.
Mom Accused Of 'Violently' Shaking Baby, Wrapping Cord Around Neck
An Opa-locka mother charged with child abuse faced a Miami judge on Monday.
Miami Daycare Worker Accused Of Violently Shaking, Slapping 11-Month-Old Child
A Miami daycare worker was arrested after she reportedly mistreated a child in her care.
Florida Mom Accused Of Hitting Student With Stun Gun At Middle School Fight
A Florida mom is facing child abuse charges after being accused of hitting a student on the head with a stun gun during a fight at her daughters' middle school.
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Hialeah Police: Child grazed by bullet under investigation
Hialeah police detectives are investigating a shooting in which a child was grazed by a bullet at the child's home.
Several families likely displaced by fire at Miami apartment complex
Firefighters from the City of Miami put out an apartment fire on Saturday afternoon, that will likely displace several families.
Coast Guard: Vessel carrying dozens of migrants intercepted off Key Largo
The US Coast Guard intercepted a large vessel carrying dozens of migrants Saturday off Key Largo.
Dozens hurt, at least 17 missing as oil tank fire rages in Cuba
A fire set off by a lightning strike at an oil storage facility raged uncontrolled Saturday in the city of Matanzas, where four explosions and flames injured nearly 80 people and left at least 17 firefighters missing, Cuban authorities said.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
Sunday is last day to take advantage of "back-to-school" sales tax holiday
Many parents and teachers have been taking advantage of the state's sales tax holiday for school supplies which ends Sunday.
Miami man faces charges after drugs, guns, undersized lobster found in Keys
A search warrant at a Key Largo residence yielded more than four pounds of marijuana, guns, other drugs and resulted in the arrests of two men.
Back to School: Parents should talk to their children about safety
CDC survey found one in five high school students reported being bullied on school property
US to issue ID to migrants awaiting deportation proceedings
U.S. immigration authorities are planning to issue photo ID cards to immigrants in deportation proceedings in a bid to slash paper use and help people stay up-to-date on required meetings and court hearings, officials said.
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Hialeah Police: Child grazed by bullet under investigation
Hialeah police detectives are investigating a shooting in which a child was grazed by a bullet at the child's home.
Several families likely displaced by fire at Miami apartment complex
Firefighters from the City of Miami put out an apartment fire on Saturday afternoon, that will likely displace several families.
Coast Guard: Vessel carrying dozens of migrants intercepted off Key Largo
The US Coast Guard intercepted a large vessel carrying dozens of migrants Saturday off Key Largo.
Dozens hurt, at least 17 missing as oil tank fire rages in Cuba
A fire set off by a lightning strike at an oil storage facility raged uncontrolled Saturday in the city of Matanzas, where four explosions and flames injured nearly 80 people and left at least 17 firefighters missing, Cuban authorities said.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
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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.
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Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
Indiana lawmakers approve abortion ban
Indiana is the first state in the nation to pass such legislation since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
A look at Democratic primary candidates for Attorney General
Three candidates are in the race: Aramis Ayala, Jim Lewis, and Daniel Uhlfelder
15 states, Washington D.C. oppose Florida education law
Florida law that restricts instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in public schools
Former Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Andrew Gillum's trial moved to April
A trial that could determine whether former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum is convicted of federal wire fraud and conspiracy charges has been delayed until April, according to an order issued by a federal judge on Thursday.
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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.
South Florida farmers pushed to breaking point
John Alger, of Alger Farms, said it's been a struggle to break even for the last 10 years
Stuck in reverse? Florida gas prices slide lower
Gas prices dropped an average of 17 cents per gallon last week
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FIU's Dr. Marty on monkeypox: "This is not a disease you want to get"
With monkeypox cases rising across the U.S., Florida International University's Dr. Aileen Marty says "this is not a disease you want to get." She added that stopping the spread is critical.
Royal Caribbean revises testing requirements for most US sailings
Royal Caribbean announced Thursday that starting with August 8 departures, "we will revise our testing requirement for most U.S. sailings."
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Monkeypox a growing concern for parents with new school year around the corner
"Just the number spike alone is making me more anxious," Jaime Lyn-Kee-Chow said.
CDC expected to ease COVID-19 recommendations, including for schools
The updated recommendations are expected to ease quarantine recommendations for people exposed to the virus.
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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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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
Facing South Florida: Interview with Florida Senator Lauren Book
Jim DeFede went one on one with Democratic State Senator Lauren Book
Facing South Florida: Interview with Jared Moskowitz
Jim DeFede went one on one with Jared Moskowitz
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Janelle Perez
Jim DeFede went one-on-one with State Senate Candidate Janelle Perez
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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.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
Celebrities we've lost this year.
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
Rolling Loud announces 2023 Miami dates
Rolling Loud Miami 2023 will officially return to Hard Rock Stadium from July 21 to July 23.