State fires back on union restrictions
With a federal judge poised to hear arguments next week, the state is fighting an attempt to block key parts of a new law that places additional restrictions on public-employee unions.
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Florida lawmakers pass condo safety changes
The bill revises a condominium-safety law that stemmed from the deadly 2021 collapse in Surfside
Florida House tax package gets bipartisan backing
The $1.38 billion tax package that would include savings for shoppers and businesses
Florida House tax package bill gets unanimous support
The bill offers shoppers a series of expanded sales-tax “holidays” on back-to-school items, hurricane-preparedness supplies, summer activities, and tool purchases.
Florida House backs nixing local housing regulations
Miami-Dade and Broward's tenant bill of rights at risk of elimination
Miami-Dade's tenant bill of rights at risk of being eliminated
On Wednesday, the state's House passed a controversial bill that would lead to state law trumping local regulations governing landlords and tenants. The Senate will take up its version of the bill on Friday.
Florida House expected to pass bills targeting drag shows, hormone treatments
The Florida House on Wednesday is expected to pass three fiercely debated bills about transgender people, targeting drag shows, treatments such as hormone therapy and puberty blockers and bathroom use.
Florida House to take up transgender treatments
The Florida House could give final approval to a controversial plan that would bar doctors and other healthcare providers from offering treatments to transgender minors
Bill that would defer prison time pregnant women moves forward in state House
Pregnant women who receive deferrals would be placed on probation until they are incarcerated
Florida House backs disaster bill after hurricanes
Steps to help communities brace for future natural disasters and recover
Florida House set to take up six week abortion limit
The House could vote on it Friday
Florida House set to pass concealed weapons change
A controversial proposal that would allow people to carry guns without state concealed-weapons licenses is poised to pass the House on Friday.
Affordable housing plan headed to Florida House floor
The Senate on March 8 unanimously passed a similar bill
Six week abortion ban advances in the Florida House
Jacqueline Quynh reports Democrats say there is little they can do to stop it from advancing further.
Six week abortion limit backed in Florida House committee
Opponents say many women don't know they are pregnant at six weeks
Florida lawmakers support defamation changes
Controversial proposal would make it easier for people to sue news organizations for defamation
Voucher expansion heads to full Florida House
A proposal that would make all Florida students eligible to receive taxpayer-backed school vouchers is headed to the full House, after getting some changes Friday.
Florida lawmakers seek billions for local projects
Lawmakers will consider the requests as they negotiate a budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year
Florida House proposal would extend school vouchers to every student
Democrats have decried it as another attack on the public education system
Florida special legislative session aims at solving property insurance system
Florida lawmakers began moving quickly Monday to pass major property-insurance changes, with supporters saying the plan would stabilize the troubled system and critics saying it would hurt consumers.
Florida insurance proposals could bring big changes
With a special legislative session poised to start, the Florida House and Senate late Friday released proposals that would make far-reaching changes in the state's troubled property-insurance system.
Taddeo endorses Crist for governor a week after leaving race
Taddeo was Crist's running mate in his failed bid for governor in 2014.
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.
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Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
In fresh line of attack, DeSantis warns voters that Trump will "sell you out"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis followed up by taking shot after shot at the former president. He challenged Trump to a one-on-one debate.
Canada's wildfires sending smoky air, haze to South Florida
The thick haze that blanketed South Florida Tuesday is the result of wildfires burning in Canada thousands of miles away.
Miami Springs McDonald's manager speaks out after customer charged with battery
The manager of a Miami Springs McDonald's restaurant is speaking out after a customer is charged with felony battery after the crime is captured on camera
Donald Trump drops from the Forbes 400 rich list. Here's what changed.
Former President Donald Trump is no longer wealthy enough to be included in the Forbes 400, an annual list of the wealthiest Americans.
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Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
Florida law known as the "Homeowners' Association Bill of Rights" takes effect
The Florida law known as the "Homeowners' Association Bill of Rights" took effect on October 1st.
In fresh line of attack, DeSantis warns voters that Trump will "sell you out"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis followed up by taking shot after shot at the former president. He challenged Trump to a one-on-one debate.
Canada's wildfires sending smoky air, haze to South Florida
The thick haze that blanketed South Florida Tuesday is the result of wildfires burning in Canada thousands of miles away.
Miami Springs McDonald's manager speaks out after customer charged with battery
The manager of a Miami Springs McDonald's restaurant is speaking out after a customer is charged with felony battery after the crime is captured on camera
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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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Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
In fresh line of attack, DeSantis warns voters that Trump will "sell you out"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis followed up by taking shot after shot at the former president. He challenged Trump to a one-on-one debate.
New York judge issues gag order in civil trial after Trump posts about clerk
"Consider this statement a gag order forbidding all parties from posting" on social media about members of the court staff, Judge Arthur Engoron said.
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty at arraignment on felony gun charges
A deal that included a diversion in connection with a firearms charge and a guilty plea to two misdemeanor tax charges collapsed in court over the summer.
Matt Gaetz moves to oust McCarthy as House speaker
Rep. Matt Gaetz introduced a motion to vacate the chair Monday, two days after Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democrats to pass a short-term spending bill and avert a shutdown.
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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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Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers set to go on strike across the U.S.
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Women less likely to receive timely treatment for heart attacks
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
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We're obsessed with these Amazon air fryer deals ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
We've found an air fryer for a whopping 56% off ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day deals.
How to watch today's Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills game: Starting time, channel, livestream options, more
The Buffalo Bills host the undefeated Miami Dolphins in what could be the NFL game of the weekend.
Protect your important documents and valuables with the best safes in 2023
These top-rated safes can help protect your most precious items.
Apple Watch price tracker: When to buy the Apple Watch 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and more
Here's when you'll find the best price on the Apple Watch 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Best refrigerators in 2023
Ready for a new smart refrigerator that can do it all? All of our best refrigerator picks are on sale now.
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Facing South Florida for Oct. 1 : COVID in Florida
COVID concerns are rising, along with deaths and hospitalizations from the virus, and Florida leads the way.
Facing South Florida for Oct. 1: One-on-One with State Sen. Joe Gruters
Jim DeFede interviews State Senator Joe Gruters in the aftermath of the second GOP Presidential candidate debate.
Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: Florida COVID Concerns
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede interviews former Florida surgeon general Dr. Scott Rivkees for his opinion.
Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: One-on-One with State Rep. Danny Perez
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with the next Speaker of the Florida House on a number of issues and policies.
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
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Tom Hanks: Don't fall for "AI version of me" promoting dental plan
"BEWARE!! There's a video out there promoting some dental plan with an AI version of me," Hanks wrote on Instagram.
Late-night talk shows coming back following end of writers strike
They were the first shows to leave the air when the writers strike began May 2 and now will be among the first to return.
Disney, DeSantis legal fights ratchet up as company demands documents from Florida governor
The legal fights between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis ratcheted up this week.
Disney World government will give employees stipend after backlash for taking away park passes
Facing backlash, Walt Disney World's governing district will pay a stipend to employees whose free passes and discounts to the theme park resort were eliminated under a policy made by a new district administrator and board members who are allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
"Taylor Swift Effect" boosts ticket sales for Chiefs-Jets game
Fans don't yet know if Taylor Swift will watch Travis Kelce play the Jets on Oct. 1 – but they're apparently scooping up tickets, just in case.