Hollywood program encourages residents to reduce flooding by clearing storm drains
For years, Terry Cantrell has kept the catch basins near his east Hollywood home clear of debris. But now a new local program is encouraging others to do the same.
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For years, Terry Cantrell has kept the catch basins near his east Hollywood home clear of debris. But now a new local program is encouraging others to do the same.
States say the new system is flawed and will drive up premiums for many property owners
Ivan Taylor reports on the flooding across southwest Miami-Dade following the heavy rain.
CBS News Miami was on the scene as crews in Fort Lauderdale cleaned and repaired a mainline on SE 8th Avenue that broke overnight.
A mobile disaster recovery center operated by federal disaster relief officials were scheduled to make several stops over the next three days to help those affected by last month's flooding.
The Edgewood neighborhood is no longer submerged by water but a lot of the homes in the neighborhood are shells of what they used to be.
FEMA representatives were in Fort Lauderdale Monday offering assistance to those affected by historic flooding
Federal officials from FEMA and the Small Business Administration were in Fort Lauderdale Monday offering assistance to those affected by historic flooding.
It was not possible to evaluate the full extent of the human losses and material damage, officials told local media.
Broward County Mayor Lamar Fisher and two 8-member teams from FEMA went door-to-door Monday in some of the areas hardest hit by last month's flooding.
Broward County Mayor Lamar Fisher and two 8-member teams from FEMA went door-to-door Monday in some of the areas hardest hit by last month's flooding.
Families in Fort Lauderdale continue to struggle after historic flooding.
The day after their Edgewood home was flooded, Tara Hardy and her husband Shilo Carney had to paddle their way in to get a Look at the damage.
Jim interviews Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis who was at the White House this week to push for federal assistance for the victims of the historic flooding that ravaged homes and businesses in Broward County. Guest: Mayor Dean Trantalis/City of Fort Lauderdale
President Biden's disaster declaration allows those impacted by the flooding, even those without insurance, to apply for money from FEMA, however, there are some limitations.
President Biden's disaster declaration allows those impacted by the flooding, even those without insurance, to apply for money from FEMA, however, there are some limitations.
President Joe Biden has approved the disaster declaration requested by the city of Fort Lauderdale one day after Mayor Dean Trantalis visited the White House.
The slow cleanup from the big rain continues as Broward residents are dealing with ravaged homes.
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis heads to Washington to secure assistance
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis has one mission as heads to Washington, D.C.
It took four days for the water to subside before the Figueroas could get back into their Edgewood home after the historic flood event in Fort Lauderdale on April 12th.
It took four days for the water to subside before the Figueroas could get back into their Edgewood home after the historic flood event in Fort Lauderdale on April 12th.
Homeowners crippled by record flooding less than two weeks ago braced themselves for another blow. Forecasts called for heavy rain just as flood victims see progress toward recovery.
Homeowners crippled by record flooding less than two weeks ago braced themselves for another blow. Forecasts called for heavy rain just as flood victims see progress toward recovery.
Heavy rains and flooding continued to affect businesses in parts of South Florida.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
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However, stay on the sand this weekend as we will see a high risk of rip currents.
Florida voters deserve to hear the candidates address property taxes, insurance, the economy, education, health care, and other major issues facing the state.
Rodriguez criticized Salazar's response to Trump's immigration policies and said she has failed to address the cost of living.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Kenneth Walker III had a touchdown catch and rushed for a score, Patrick Mahomes threw for 246 yards and two TDs, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Miami Dolphins 24-10.
However, stay on the sand this weekend as we will see a high risk of rip currents.
Florida voters deserve to hear the candidates address property taxes, insurance, the economy, education, health care, and other major issues facing the state.
Rodriguez criticized Salazar's response to Trump's immigration policies and said she has failed to address the cost of living.
An FIU expert says the timing of the Army's Cuba planning message may be tied to South Florida political interests.
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One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has reappeared in public at a military event celebrating an army branch's anniversary.
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Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife asked a judge to toss their drug trafficking indictment on the grounds that they have immunity as the leader and first lady of a foreign country.
The deal involves developing 17 strategic oil fields in Venezuela, an undertaking that experts said could take years.
Florida voters deserve to hear the candidates address property taxes, insurance, the economy, education, health care, and other major issues facing the state.
Campaign finance records and tax filings raise questions about how $5 million moved through Secure Florida's Future.
Rodriguez criticized Salazar's response to Trump's immigration policies and said she has failed to address the cost of living.
Families say months without court-ordered treatment can worsen psychiatric crises behind bars.
The Democrat says rapidly advancing technology requires Congress to act before safeguards fall behind.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
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A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
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