DeSantis defends flying migrants to California
Ron DeSantis is defending his state's decision to fly migrants from the southern border to California.
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Former Trump attorney thinks Trump could be indicted in Florida
Parlatore thinks a charging decision could come within weeks, and he says Trump's legal team has a plan to respond.
Federal prosecutors using a second grand jury in Miami as part of Trump classified documents probe
A grand jury based in southern Florida has heard testimony from multiple witnesses in recent weeks as part of the federal investigation into former President Donald Trump's handling of classified documents, sources told CNN.
Feds using a second grand jury in Miami in Trump classified documents probe
It remains unclear why the special counsel is using a Miami grand jury after months of relying on grand juries in Washington, DC
Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Trump made the country "smaller by dividing us even further and pitting one group against another."
Trump lawyers meet with Justice Dept. officials as charging decision nears in Mar-a-Lago case
Lawyers for Donald Trump were meeting with Justice Department officials on Monday as a decision nears on whether to bring charges over the handling of classified documents at the former president's Florida estate.
DeSantis hits Trump from the right while ex-president looks to 2024
In his first week on the campaign trail as a presidential candidate, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis repeatedly hit his chief rival, Donald Trump, from the right.
Judge rules Tennessee law restricting drag shows is unconstitutional
The judge said Tennessee's law is "unconstitutionally vague and overbroad" and encouraged "discriminatory enforcement."
DeSantis hits Trump from the right while the ex-president looks ahead to the general election
In his first week on the campaign trail as a presidential candidate, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis repeatedly hit his chief rival, Donald Trump, from the right.
Trump and DeSantis jab at each other on campaign trail
Former President Donald Trump is keeping up a steady drumbeat of criticism of his chief rival Ron DeSantis.
DeSantis looks to connect with Iowa voters
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to begin his first full day of presidential campaigning with a four-stop blitz through Iowa.
DeSantis steps up criticism of Trump as he kicks off presidential campaign in Iowa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is kicking off his presidential campaign in Iowa at the start of a busy week that will take him to 12 cities in three states.
Lev Parnas claims text messages show close ties to Ron DeSantis
Parnas is the Ukrainian American businessman who was a central character in the scandal surrounding Donald Trump's first impeachment.
Prosecutors say they have a recording of Trump and a witness
A document filed in former President Donald Trump's Manhattan criminal case indicates prosecutors have released to his attorneys a recording of Trump and an undisclosed witness.
DeSantis going after Trump like never before
Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is no longer tiptoeing around former President Donald Trump - nor is he being shy about his plans to flex the powers of the presidency like never before if he wins the White House.
DeSantis' presidential run will test if he has country-wide appeal
After months of speculation, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday evening he has entered the presidential race.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede on DeSantis' presidential run
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks about Gov. Ron DeSantis' presidential run.
Gov. DeSantis expected to announce presidential run Wednesday
Nicole Lauren reports Sean Foreman, a political science professor at Barry University, said a DeSantis run will be a test if he has a country-wide appeal.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede weighs in expected DeSantis presidential run
Jim DeFede said Ron DeSantis has to find a way to break people away from former President Donald Trump without offending his base.
With all the politics & maneuvering, how is life in Florida changing for its residents?
For many of those who live in Florida, recent months have brought some changes — many linked to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Key Trump attorney says he's departing legal team
Timothy Parlatore said that his departure was not a reflection of his view of the Justice Department's investigation
DeSantis to launch presidential campaign May 24, sources say
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to make his 2024 presidential bid official next week, but will hold a bigger launch event later.
DeSantis criticizes Trump for implying Florida abortion ban is 'too harsh'
The rivalry between Trump and DeSantis is heating up as the governor nears a decision on a 2024 presidential bid
What a potential Ron DeSantis 2024 presidential race means for Florida
Joe Gorchow reports on how experts anticipate Governor Ron DeSantis to jump into the 2024 presidential race any day.
What a potential Ron DeSantis 2024 presidential race means for Florida
All eyes appear set to focus on Florida for the GOP primary.
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DeSantis defends flying migrants to California
Ron DeSantis is defending his state's decision to fly migrants from the southern border to California.
Is this the golden age for South Florida sports?
Lionel Messi, one of the biggest names in sports announced plans to join Inter Miami which begged the question: Is this South Florida sports' golden age?
Former Trump attorney thinks Trump could be indicted in Florida
Parlatore thinks a charging decision could come within weeks, and he says Trump's legal team has a plan to respond.
Coral Gables Police: Man follows woman home, assaults her, exposes himself
Coral Gables police are asking for the public's help finding a man they say stalked a 25-year-old woman and followed her to her home, assaulted her and exposed himself.
What we know about Ajike Owens, the Florida mom shot through a door
Ajike "AJ" Owens was a single mother of four, remembered for a "smile that would light up the room." She will be laid to rest on Monday, lawyers for her family said.
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DeSantis defends flying migrants to California
Ron DeSantis is defending his state's decision to fly migrants from the southern border to California.
Is this the golden age for South Florida sports?
Lionel Messi, one of the biggest names in sports announced plans to join Inter Miami which begged the question: Is this South Florida sports' golden age?
Former Trump attorney thinks Trump could be indicted in Florida
Parlatore thinks a charging decision could come within weeks, and he says Trump's legal team has a plan to respond.
Coral Gables Police: Man follows woman home, assaults her, exposes himself
Coral Gables police are asking for the public's help finding a man they say stalked a 25-year-old woman and followed her to her home, assaulted her and exposed himself.
What we know about Ajike Owens, the Florida mom shot through a door
Ajike "AJ" Owens was a single mother of four, remembered for a "smile that would light up the room." She will be laid to rest on Monday, lawyers for her family said.
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Citizens Property Insurance sees drop in new lawsuits
The state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. saw a decrease in new lawsuits during the first three months of the year — but it still faced more than 19,000 pending cases as of the end of March, according to a newly posted document on its website.
Struggles continue for thousands months after Hurricane Ian as new storm season looms
Eight months ago, chef Michael Cellura had a restaurant job and had just moved into a fancy new camper home on Fort Myers Beach.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs Florida State Guard expansion bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a bill that will expand and make permanent the Florida State Guard, which DeSantis revived last year.
Florida lawmakers shielded in redistricting fight
A panel of federal judges Thursday shielded eight current and former legislative leaders from having to testify in a challenge to a congressional redistricting plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed through last year.
Teachers unions challenge new Florida law
Teachers unions have quickly filed a constitutional challenge to a new Florida law that places additional restrictions on public-employee unions, describing the measure as political retaliation by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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DeSantis defends flying migrants to California
Ron DeSantis is defending his state's decision to fly migrants from the southern border to California.
Former Trump attorney thinks Trump could be indicted in Florida
Parlatore thinks a charging decision could come within weeks, and he says Trump's legal team has a plan to respond.
Appeals court urged to reverse Florida education ruling
Federal appeals court urged to revive a challenge to a Florida law that restricts instruction about gender identity and sexual orientation in schools
Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
US judge blocks Florida ban on trans minor care in narrow ruling, says 'gender identity is real'
A federal judge is temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers.
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Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Cars, credit cards top US consumer complaints
The Consumer Federation of America handled nearly 600,000 complaints in 2022
Tipping Etiquette: When, how much, and how often?
During the pandemic, it was almost a "supporting society" role, but now, it feels like everything comes with the option.
Bed Bath & Beyond is shutting its doors in June. Here's what this means for consumers.
The stores will be closed by the end of June, so what can consumers expect in the coming weeks?
Mortgage fee changes could hit those with good credit the hardest
Beginning May 1, some people with higher credit scores may actually end up paying a higher fee.
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Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says
Study found some people may be using it at dangerously high levels
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
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Wayfair Father's Day deals: Get up to 30% off top-rated grills
Hurry -- these Father's Day grill deals won't last.
Best TVs for watching sports in 2023: NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup Finals edition
Check out the best 4K TV options for catching the NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup Finals this year.
Treadmill buying guide: Everything you need to know
Here's where to get started on buying a treadmill. We have expert advice and reviewer-loved treadmills to shop.
The best air fryer deals in 2023
Get a customer-loved Ninja air fryer for just $90.
NBA Finals 2023: How to watch Heat vs. Nuggets Game 3 tonight
Here's how and where to watch tonight's Game 3 of the Miami Heat vs. the Denver Nuggets series in the NBA finals.
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Facing South Florida for June 4: Investigating Miami Mayor Francis Suarez
Jim sits down with two Miami Herald reporters about the paper's ongoing investigation of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
Facing South Florida for June 4: Joe Carollo Civil Lawsuit
Jim talks to plaintiff Bill Fuller, one of the owners of the landmark Little Havana restaurant Ball & Chain, about his victory and what's next.
Facing South Florida for May 28: DeSantis Running for President
The two discuss Parnas' relationship with DeSantis.
Facing South Florida for May 28: DeSantis Running for President
The two discuss Parnas' relationship with DeSantis.
Facing South Florida: Immigration Controversy
Eliott shines a spotlight in the intensifying immigration controversy in Florida and elsewhere.
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76th Annual Tony Awards to air live Sunday, June 11 on CBS and Paramount+
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
Disney lawsuit judge removes himself from case but not for reasons cited by DeSantis
A federal judge overseeing the First Amendment lawsuit that Walt Disney Parks filed against Gov. Ron DeSantis and others is disqualifying himself, but not because of bias claims made by the Florida governor.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Al Pacino, 83, is expecting a baby with girlfriend Noor Alfallah
The Oscar winner will now be a father for the fourth time.