Florida man killed kittens to punish teenage daughter, deputies say
Witnesses told deputies that David Charette Jr. killed the kittens in front of his teenage daughter when she would "act up."
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Witnesses told deputies that David Charette Jr. killed the kittens in front of his teenage daughter when she would "act up."
Justin Fountain, 31, of Palm Coast, faces several charges including aggravated stalking, extortion and hindering communication.
Dominick Occhicone, who also awaits a similar request before the U.S. Supreme Court, killed his former girlfriend's parents four decades ago in Pasco County.
The suspect was arrested and charged with Shooting a Deadly Missile from a Moving Vehicle
The driver, who was identified as 34-year-old Conor William Parady was arrested and charged with DUI.
Luis Fernando Del Ra Ortiz was arrested and charged with child neglect, disorderly intoxication, resisting arrest, battery and assault.
Kevin Cichowski, who is running for governor in Florida and previously ran for Palm Coast mayor, is facing several charges.
A family member called 911 after finding the victim bleeding and didn't know why, deputies say.
Raul Elosegui Fernandez was arrested and charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
Chadwick Willacy, 58, is scheduled to be executed by lethal injection at Florida State Prison on April 21, the sixth warrant DeSantis has signed this year.
Kyle Myvett said when he saw an alert on his wife's phone that someone was outside, he jumped out of bed and drove around his Cape Coral neighborhood. That's when he spotted someone in his neighbor's garage.
The case is raising new questions about online dating safety.
A Florida man was arrested Saturday after police said he stole an ambulance and led law enforcement on a chase.
Steven Gress is accused of luring the 16-year-old girl to his Saint Petersburg home using a dating app, according to police.
A Florida man admitted to police he fatally shot his father and wounded his mother over video games.
A Florida dentist has admitted to sending over 100 violent threats to public figures, including an election official.
CBS News Miami's Chelsea Jones spoke with with Sidney Holmes a year after his wrongful conviction was overturned.
A Florida man who lost an arm during a gator attack is sharing his story.
Kenneth Wade Jr. offered his service on social media and claimed to make medicine for pets.
The Martin Co. Sheriff's Office said Joseph Leedy also made some alarming comments and expressed his hatred for Donald Trump
Travis Adams said instinct just kicked in.
A Florida man badly hurt by an explosion in Colombia has died before he could get home.
The incident in August was not the first involving Baluchi and flotation devices, local media reported.
The incident in August was not the first involving Baluchi and flotation devices, local media reported.
A Florida man is under fire for sharing a photo where he is holding a dolphin out of the water.
Officers say the suspects used a nearby catwalk to target unlocked vehicles and were found with multiple stolen firearms.
Neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and said officers had visited the home days earlier for another disturbance.
The incident took place while the family was on vacation.
Seven students disciplined over a silent demonstration argue the university's policy violates their First Amendment rights as a federal judge weighs whether to block FIU's actions.
Investigators say the animals appeared underweight and are now being evaluated at Broward Animal Care for possible health and behavioral issues before adoption or rescue.
Officers say the suspects used a nearby catwalk to target unlocked vehicles and were found with multiple stolen firearms.
Neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and said officers had visited the home days earlier for another disturbance.
The incident took place while the family was on vacation.
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
The CBS Miami Nat Moore Trophy honors the best high school football player from Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
Green will face Democratic Rep. Darren Soto after gerrymandering reshaped the district to heavily favor Republicans.
The latest court filings in cases involving the Kennedy Center and the White House ballroom project detail the work being done at the two institutions.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state Capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
The race to see who will be the Democratic nominee to take on Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27 is being closely watched.
Months after leaving TV news, Rodriguez is competing against former prosecutor Robin Peguero for the CD-27 nomination.
On Sunday, Collins spoke about the ruling on this week in South Florida and explained why he believes he is trailing the Republican frontrunner, Byron Donalds.
CBS Miami's Jim DeFede spoke to former Republican State Senator Jeff Brandes, president of the Florida Policy Project, who is behind one of those lawsuits.
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.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
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In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
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.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
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Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.