Study Links Contact Sports And Brain Damage
Researchers at Boston University have found evidence that years of blows to the head in football and other sports leads to a distinct pattern of brain damage can eventually turn into dementia.
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Seau's Family To Donate Brain For Research
The family of the late Junior Seau has decided to donate the former NFL stars brain to researchers looking for evidence of damage as the result of concussions, according to the San Diego Chargers team chaplain Shawn Mitchell.
Junior Seau's Death Ruled A Suicide
The San Diego County coroner had ruled the death of Former Miami Dolphins linebacker Junior Seau a suicide.
Details Of Duerson's Suicide Released
The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office has released the details of their findings in the death of former NFL star Dave Duerson. The two-time Super Bowl winning safety committed suicide by firing a .38 caliber bullet into his heart.
Former Chicago Bears Duerson's Brain To Benefit Science
The family of former Chicago Bears football player Dave Duerson, who was found dead in his Sunny Isle Beach home Thursday, has agreed to donate his brain for medical research.
Football Player Duerson's Death Ruled A Suicide
Former Chicago Bears and New York Giants safety Dave Duerson's death has been ruled a suicide, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Former Chicago Bears Great Dies In Miami
Former Chicago Bears and New York Giants safety Dave Duerson was found dead in his Miami Beach home Thursday night.
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Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
Robert Allen to testify against co-defendants in killing of rapper XXXTentacion
One of the co-defendants in the murder of rapper XXXTentacion has accepted a plea deal and will be testifying for the state.
BSO: Fort Lauderdale man accused of illegally dumping hazardous waste
A Fort Lauderdale man is facing charges related to illegally disposing of hazardous waste without a permit.
Teen charged as adult in rape of Hollywood woman
A Broward judge ruled Friday that 15-year-old Terry Berger Smith will be charged as an adult.
1 dead, 1 wounded in SW Miami-Dade overnight shooting
Police say one teen is dead and another is in the hospital after an overnight double shooting in SW Miami-Dade.
All eyes on Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel as he makes NFL debut
New Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel makes his NFL head coaching debut when the Dolphins play their 1st of 3 preseason games at Tampa Bay Saturday night. Some of the team's starters will not play while others will see brief game action.
Miami Weather: High humidity with few showers
A few showers will move across parts of South Florida this morning but then this afternoon most storms will likely move inland and to the west coast.
Airlines add new international routes
As airlines try to stabilize their schedules, new international routes could set them up for a good fourth quarter and next summer's anticipated demand.
Author Salman Rushdie stabbed in the neck while on stage in New York
A reporter witnessed a man storm the stage at the Chautauqua Institution and attack Rushdie as he was being introduced.
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Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
Robert Allen to testify against co-defendants in killing of rapper XXXTentacion
One of the co-defendants in the murder of rapper XXXTentacion has accepted a plea deal and will be testifying for the state.
BSO: Fort Lauderdale man accused of illegally dumping hazardous waste
A Fort Lauderdale man is facing charges related to illegally disposing of hazardous waste without a permit.
Teen charged as adult in rape of Hollywood woman
A Broward judge ruled Friday that 15-year-old Terry Berger Smith will be charged as an adult.
1 dead, 1 wounded in SW Miami-Dade overnight shooting
Police say one teen is dead and another is in the hospital after an overnight double shooting in SW Miami-Dade.
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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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Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
Online violent extremist rhetoric soars after Mar-a-Lago search
The content was flooding far-right message boards and social media platforms. Phrases including "civil war" and "lock and load" trended on several of them.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
GOP adds to voter registration edge in Florida
More than 14.31 million Floridians are eligible to cast ballots in the Aug. 23 primary elections, with Republicans holding a registration edge over Democrats of nearly 229,000 voters, according to newly posted data on the state Division of Elections website.
Trump says he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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Florida gas prices dip to five month low
In Miami on Monday, the average was $3.89 a gallon, Fort Lauderdale's average was $3.86.
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
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CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Monkeypox misinformation on the rise
Monkeypox cases continue to increase in South Florida but more and more virus misinformation is also on the rise.
Second doses of monkeypox vaccine put on hold
As Florida surpasses 1,000 monkeypox cases, State Health Officials are putting second doses of the vaccine on hold so more first rounds of shots can be given.
What is having monkeypox like? Survivor opens up on illness and recovery
Todd called for more informed health care providers and faster responses from government officials.
Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
Experts say the bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year.
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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: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
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
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2022 Celebrity Deaths
Celebrities we've lost this year.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
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.
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