Arsonist caught on camera igniting blaze at Broward church
The Broward County Sheriff's Office on Thursday asked for the public's help to find the person who set fire to the front doors of an Oakland Park church
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Once nearly bulldozed, African American Church in Coral Gables enjoys revival
The first African American Church in Coral Gables was nearly bulldozed a few years ago, it was ultimately saved, though no longer a house of worship.
Priest whose child porn slideshows found on church printer sentenced
James T. Beighlie, 72, had 6,000 pictures of child sexual abuse material on a computer, officials said.
Coral Springs' Church By The Glades Taking Precautions As They Welcome Back Parishioners
With indoor venues opening in South Florida, churches are getting ready to open their doors too.
Vandals Target Miami Church
Miami police are searching for a group of vandals who targeted a church.
Police: Church Official Stole More Than $125K, Including Funds For Kids' Feeding Program
A former church official at Mount Bethel Baptist Church in Fort Lauderdale is accused of stealing more than $125,000 from the church.
Church To Hold A Controversial Blessing Ceremony For AR-15s
The World Peace and Unification Sanctuary in Newfoundland is inviting couples to bring their semi-automatic rifles to the church on Feb. 28
Ft. Lauderdale School Deemed Safe After Reports Of Armed Intruder
Police gave the all clear after a 'weapons complaint' was reported at a Fort Lauderdale school.
Miami Pastor Asks For Thief To Bring Back Stolen Keyboard
A South Florida pastor is picking up the pieces after a Miami church was vandalized.
5 Tips For Budget Travel To Italy
Traveling to Italy is a wonderful but expensive adventure. Make the most of your money with these five budget tips.
Calvary Chapel Gets Fresh Start With New Pastor
When Doug Sauder was introduced as Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale's new lead pastor he received a standing ovation.
Calvary Chapel Celebrates Easter Despite Troubled Times
Seven thousand congregants of a Florida Mega-church gathered on Easter with hopes that the church can move on from a tough situation and celebrate the life of Jesus Christ.
Soothing Your Soul With Spa Spirituality
Most people go to the spa to soothe their bodies but now, many spas want to help you soothe your soul.
Roof Break-In Leaves Family Business Owners Stunned
A large hole cut into the roof of a business was how police said someone managed to get inside early Monday morning to steal lottery tickets, cigarettes and money.
Hialeah Police Investigating Vandalized Church Statues
Hialeah Police are investigating several statues being vandalized at a church.
More Than 10,000 Answer Boy's Plea For A Family
A 15-year-old boy who went to church to plead for a family now has more than 10,000 people who want to adopt him.
John Paul II Cleared For Sainthood
John Paul II, the beloved former leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has been cleared for sainthood by Pope Francis. The move came after a second miracle was attributed to John Paul II's intercession.
Full Text Of Pope's Final General Audience Speech
Today, Benedict XVI celebrated his last general audience. In St. Peter's Square, crowded with tens of thousands of people wishing to bid him farewell, the Pontiff said: "Thank you for coming in such large numbers to this, my last general audience. Thank you, I am truly moved! And I see the Church is alive! I think we also have to thank the Creator for the beautiful weather that He is giving us now, even in winter."
Priest Pleads No Contest In Underage Sex Abuse Case
Looking frail and seated before a judge, retired South Florida priest Neil Doherty pleaded no contest to six counts of lewd and lascivious acts on a child.
Bond Denied For Estranged Husband Charged In Missing Wife's Murder
The estranged husband of a missing Miramar woman was denied bond Thursday morning during a brief first appearance court hearing in Broward.
Police Arrest Estranged Husband Of Missing Miramar Mother
Miramar Police tell CBS4 News that they have arrested a Miramar man in connection with the disappearance of his wife.
Miami Archdiocese Faces Another Molestation Suit
The Miami Archdiocese again finds itself the target of a child abuse lawsuit, this time involving an accused serial molester already being held in the Broward County jail in a criminal case.
Exclusive: Sexual Assault Victim Alleges Abuse By Former Youth Pastor
The young man had one word to describe Jeffery London: evil.
Gay Rights Activists Gather For "Kiss Day" At Pompano Chick-Fil-A
South Florida puckered up to support gay marriage Friday night.
Vigil Held For Missing Miramar Mother
Holding candles and carrying heavy hearts those closest to Vilet Torrez held a vigil for the beloved mother of three young children at her Hialeah church Tuesday night.
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Florida leads states for book bans
A new report from a nonprofit group said Florida is leading the country in the number of books pulled from library and classroom shelves.
Severe weather rolling though South Florida
Expect some heavy rainfall and lightning
City of Fort Lauderdale scammed out of $1.2M phishing attack
The city of Fort Lauderdale has become the latest municipality to become a victim of a cyber security attack
Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS to be demolished next year
Broward County Public School officials said Thursday that they plan to demolish Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Weather data from Pearl Harbor warships recovered to study climate science
Volunteers helped digitize millions of pieces of previously classified data.
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Florida leads states for book bans
A new report from a nonprofit group said Florida is leading the country in the number of books pulled from library and classroom shelves.
Severe weather rolling though South Florida
Expect some heavy rainfall and lightning
City of Fort Lauderdale scammed out of $1.2M phishing attack
The city of Fort Lauderdale has become the latest municipality to become a victim of a cyber security attack
Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS to be demolished next year
Broward County Public School officials said Thursday that they plan to demolish Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Weather data from Pearl Harbor warships recovered to study climate science
Volunteers helped digitize millions of pieces of previously classified data.
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U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
Florida school board reverses decision nixing access to children's book about male penguins
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay law, a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
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Biden welcomes Zelenskyy as some Republicans question more Ukraine aid
The Ukrainian president received a warm welcome from President Biden and most members of Congress, but he faced skepticism from some GOP lawmakers.
DeSantis unveils energy plan, aims to lower price of gas to $2 per gallon
Florida Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis says he would eliminate several federal regulations on fossil fuels.
Exclusive: DoD to review cases of LGBTQ+ vets denied honorable discharges
The Pentagon plans to make it easier for LGBTQ+ veterans to retroactively obtain honorable discharges they may have been denied because of their sexuality.
House committee to hold first hearing of impeachment inquiry on Sept. 28
The House Oversight Committee chair said the Sept. 28 meeting will be a "refresher" on information gathered into foreign business dealings by Hunter Biden and James Biden.
Biden urges United Nations to "preserve peace, prevent conflict"
President Biden pushed for international cooperation in support of Ukraine and combatting global challenges.
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Beware of price gouging and scams in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Some less scrupulous individuals are out to make a quick buck at the expense of those who are experiencing hardship during natural disasters like Hurricane Idalia.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left a federal courtroom in handcuffs Friday when a judge revoked his bail after concluding that the fallen cryptocurrency wiz had repeatedly tried to influence witnesses against him.
It's iced coffee season all year long now
Cold drinks are hotter than ever
FDA approves OTC birth control pill
U.S. officials approve first over-the-counter birth control pill, a move that will broaden access for women and teens, the Associated Press reports.
Avoiding compulsive shopping on Amazon Prime Day
For many, it can be fun waiting for the next lightning deal or scooping up things you want at crazy sale prices. But for others, it's not fun at all.
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Broward mom works to educate others about toll of sickle cell anemia
A grieving Broward County mother is working to garner support for sickle cell survivors who have grappled with an overlooked side of the disease.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Nearly 91K COVID fatalities reported statewide
The number of Florida residents who have died of COVID-19 since early 2020 is nearing 91,000.
Why officials aren't calling this year's COVID shots "boosters"
The new COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2023 started rolling out this week.
Poll finds less concern about new COVID variants now than with Omicron
Partisanship remains in potential booster uptake; since vaccines became available, vaccine uptake for Democrats has outpaced that for Republicans.
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The best Halloween lawn decorations in 2023, including the viral big skeleton
Already thinking about Halloween? Get these lawn decorations in time for spooky season.
Best safes in 2023 for your documents and valuables
Protect your important items with a new safe.
Best refrigerators in 2023
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Best gas ranges in 2023
Many of these gas ranges are on sale now.
The best air fryer deals on Amazon ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
Hurry -- these early October Prime Day deals won't last.
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PART TWO: Facing South Florida for Aug 20: Back to School with the Superintendents
Jim also interviews the presidents of the Broward and Miami-Dade teacher unions about educators' concerns
Facing South Florida: Broward, Miami-Dade superintendents
Jim's exclusive interview with Peter Licata and Jose Dotres
State Attorney Monique Worrell Suspended
Guest: Christian Ziegler, Republican Party of Florida Chair
African American History in Schools
Guest: State Sen. Shevrin Jones, (D) District 34
Facing South Florida for Aug 6: One-on-One with State Sen. Rosalind Osgood
The announcement from the college boards, the group that operates the Advanced Placement test program across the country, comes as the school year is about to start.
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"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Rapper, entrepreneur Rick Ross spends day in Miami Gardens, giving back to community
Rapper and entrepreneur Rick Ross spent the day in Miami Gardens giving back to high school kids who sat in the same seats he once did.
Halle Berry says Drake didn't get her permission to use her "slime" photo
Halley Berry is not happy with Drake.
Russell Brand makes first public appearance since sex assault allegations
"There are obviously some things that I absolutely cannot talk about," the 48-year-old comedian told the audience at his sold-out show on Saturday.
Billy Miller, "The Young and the Restless" actor, dies at 43
Miller died on Friday, Sept. 15, in Austin, Texas, just two days before what would have been his 44th birthday.