Taddeo endorses Crist for governor a week after leaving race
Taddeo was Crist's running mate in his failed bid for governor in 2014.
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Taddeo drops governor bid to challenge Salazar instead
In an interview with CBS News Miami, Taddeo said she made the decision following the recent mass shootings.
House approves homeowners insurance measure
Florida House members overwhelmingly gave final approval Wednesday to a measure that seeks to stem property-insurance problems.
Florida House Redistricting Plan Passes As Democrats Protest
The Florida House gave final approval Thursday to a congressional redistricting plan that is expected to help Republicans and reduce the number of Black Democrats representing the state.
Plan To Boost Resiliency Going To DeSantis
A proposal to set up a new resiliency office directly under Gov. Ron DeSantis is headed to the governor.
Florida Lawmakers Chipping Away At Ballot Initiative Process
With a week to go in the 2022 legislative session, Florida lawmakers are considering a series of measures to propel Republican leaders' years-long battle to make it harder for groups to change the state Constitution.
Revamped Nursing Home Standards Pass Florida House
With certified nursing assistants a key issue in the debate, the House on Friday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would change staffing standards in nursing homes.
Florida House Targets Sea Level Rise Resiliency
The Florida House is expected Wednesday to approve a proposal that would establish a new resiliency office directly under Gov. Ron DeSantis, after Democrats were unable to make changes to address the causes of rising seas.
Condo Inspection Requirements Bill Passed By Florida House In Wake Of Surfside Collapse
The Florida House on Thursday unanimously passed a bill that would lead to new inspection requirements for condominium buildings after the deadly collapse last year of the Champlain Towers South building in Surfside.
Florida House Backs School Testing Changes
The Florida House is set to consider a bill aimed at replacing the standardized Florida Standards Assessments with a "progress monitoring" system in public schools.
Florida House Sales Tax Package Worth $325 Million And Growing
A wide-ranging tax package approved Tuesday by the House Appropriations Committee would cut state and local revenue next fiscal year by at least $325 million.
Florida House Differs From DeSantis, Senate On Congressional Map
House Republicans advanced a map for new congressional lines Friday that includes a disputed North Florida district closer to what the Senate proposed than what Gov. Ron DeSantis has sought.
Florida House Set To Consider Property Tax Breaks For First Responders, Teachers & Military Personnel
A proposal that would increase homestead property-tax exemptions for teachers, military members and first responders is ready to be considered by the Florida House.
Florida House Passes 15 Week Abortion Limit
Florida House members early Thursday morning passed a bill that would prohibit doctors from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, one of the most hotly debated issues of the 2022 legislative session.
Florida House Passes $105.3 Billion Spending Plan
What would be a record $105.3 billion spending plan bolstered by federal stimulus money was approved Wednesday by the Florida House, helping set up negotiations with the Senate on a final budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
Florida House Looks To Bolster Fathers' Parenting Skills As Speaker Decries 'Fatherhood Crisis'
As the Florida House speaker decries a "fatherhood crisis" in the state, the House on Wednesday passed a wide-ranging measure that seeks to bolster fathers' parenting skills.
Florida Property Tax Breaks Move Through House
The Florida House continued moving forward Monday with a proposal that would provide an increased homestead property-tax exemption for classroom teachers, members of the military and first responders who have toiled through the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida House Republicans Pass Redrawn Maps
The Florida House on Wednesday approved new legislative districts over the objections of Democrats, who anticipate legal challenges about minority representation and how the lines were drawn.
Florida House Set To Vote On Measure That Would Eliminate School Board Salaries
A state bill that would eliminate salaries for school board members and increase scrutiny of the way public-school instructional materials and library books are chosen is now primed for consideration by the full House.
Florida Bill On Critical Race Theory Instruction Gets House Support
A proposal aimed at limiting how various race-related concepts are discussed in classrooms and workplace training sessions received initial backing Wednesday in the House.
Texas-Style Abortion Bill Filed In Florida
Republican State Rep. Webster Barnaby filed a proposal Wednesday that aims to follow Texas' lead in blocking physicians from performing abortions if there is a "detectable fetal heartbeat."
COVID Vaccine 'Passport' Ban Clears House
With a key lawmaker saying he recognizes that vaccine hesitancy is "real and understandable," the Florida House on Wednesday approved a measure that would limit local emergency orders and make permanent Gov. Ron DeSantis' executive order barring COVID-19 vaccine "passports."
Florida House Approves Bill On Excessive Force By Law Enforcement
The Florida House has unanimously approved a bill that would require a law enforcement officer to intervene if another officer was using excessive force.
Florida House Backs Ban On 'Disability' Abortions
After an often emotional debate, the Florida House on Friday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would prevent doctors from performing abortions that women seek because of tests showing that fetuses will have disabilities.
Florida House Unanimously Approves School Safety Bill
The Florida House has unanimously passed a new school safety bill that aims to build on a law that addressed the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre.
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Heavy police presence in Miami Springs connected to Monday night's shooting of MDPD officer
Miami-Dade PD patrol cars were all over the scene in the 100 block of Fairway Drive.
MDPD officer shot identified as 5-year-veteran Cesar Echaverry
On Tuesday afternoon Miami-Dade officials held a press conference where they identified the officer shot on Monday evening as five-year veteran of the department, Cesar Echaverry.
New details emerge about suspect accused of shooting Miami-Dade police officer
Jeremy Willie Horton, 32, was killed in the shootout with Miami-Dade PD.
Family of three feeling hopeless over situation with HOA: "We are the ones suffering"
A family of three turns to CBS4, feeling hopeless in their housing crisis.
Tuesday marked time-honored tradition of move-in day at UM, FMU
"I've been waiting for this for a long time," said Kayla Singer, an incoming freshman at UM.
Fortes slugs 2 HRs, scores winner as Marlins top Padres
Nick Fortes led Miami to a 4-3 win over San Diego on Tuesday night.
Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
3 Dems run for chance to unseat Republican Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
Miami-Dade School Superintendent Jose Dotres addresses challenges as new school year gets underway
As Miami-Dade School Superintendent Jose Dotres prepares for the start of a new school year Wednesday, he worries about buses getting kids to school, having enough teachers in the classrooms and kids getting a good meal in the morning.
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Heavy police presence in Miami Springs connected to Monday night's shooting of MDPD officer
Miami-Dade PD patrol cars were all over the scene in the 100 block of Fairway Drive.
MDPD officer shot identified as 5-year-veteran Cesar Echaverry
On Tuesday afternoon Miami-Dade officials held a press conference where they identified the officer shot on Monday evening as five-year veteran of the department, Cesar Echaverry.
New details emerge about suspect accused of shooting Miami-Dade police officer
Jeremy Willie Horton, 32, was killed in the shootout with Miami-Dade PD.
Family of three feeling hopeless over situation with HOA: "We are the ones suffering"
A family of three turns to CBS4, feeling hopeless in their housing crisis.
Tuesday marked time-honored tradition of move-in day at UM, FMU
"I've been waiting for this for a long time," said Kayla Singer, an incoming freshman at UM.
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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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3 Dems run for chance to unseat Republican Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
Democratic primary candidate Angel Montalvo talks District 27 race
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
Democratic primary candidate Annette Taddeo talks District 27 race
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
Democratic primary candidate Ken Russell talks District 27 race
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
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Average gas price in Florida drops to $3.64
That's down 14 cents from a week earlier and 68 cents from a month earlier, according to AAA.
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.
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Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
Medical experts urging schools to have plan in case of monkeypox, COVID outbreaks
When it comes to safety protocols, one parent says he's not feeling very confident in the school district.
CDC stats show drowning top cause of death for Florida children ages 1-4
More than 410 people have drowned in Florida pools in the last three years. Nearly half of them were children.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
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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: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
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
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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