Florida abortion measure backers raise nearly $2.25 million
The Floridians Protecting Freedom committee raised $2.245 million during the first three months of the year
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The Floridians Protecting Freedom committee raised $2.245 million during the first three months of the year
Video shows the horse lying in the retention pond struggling to stay above water as rescuers rush to save him.
South Florida researchers are using biodegradable drinking straws to prevent laboratory-grown coral from becoming really expensive fish food.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed five bills, including legislation that he said will help curb online "grooming" of children.
Private insurers pulled more than 275,000 policies last year from the state's Citizens Property Insurance Corp. and have taken nearly 115,000 this year, with Citizens President and CEO Tim Cerio saying Wednesday he thinks "we're coming through to the other side" after years of troubles in the market.
The challenge alleged the law violates the teacher's First Amendment rights
Florida must prove they have standing to legally challenge the Biden administration's immigration policies
A state panel issued a financial impact statement for the abortion measure before last week's Supreme Court rulings
Aimee Harris was also sentenced to three months of home confinement for stealing and selling President Joe Biden's daughter's diary four years ago
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a bill that seeks to prevent "smash and grab" thefts and "porch piracy."
A 21-year-old college student is charged with first-degree murder
A 21-year-old college student has been charged with first-degree murder after Florida authorities say he drove to his mother's home and stabbed her multiple times Saturday because "she got on my nerves," authorities said.
Anthony Stolarz stopped 24 shots and had an assist, and the Florida Panthers shut out the Ottawa Senators for the third time this season with a 2-0 victory.
An appellate court has granted Disney's request for a two-month pause
Report finds more young people are packing up and moving south
The suspect "checked out of a local hotel and told the staff she was going on a shooting spree, directed by 'God' in relation to the solar eclipse," police said.
A survey from U-Haul found that in 2023 Florida, Texas, the Carolinas, and Tennessee welcomed the largest number of new residents.
Pointing to a "strong interest in obtaining finality," Florida Power & Light on Monday asked the state Supreme Court to speed up consideration of a renewed fight about a 2021 settlement that increased the utility's base electric rates.
The discount carrier said it will also defer all aircraft on order from Airbus scheduled to be delivered through the end of 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill aimed at reducing risks to first responders who come into contact with fentanyl and other drugs while on the job.
The solar eclipse on April 8 has been called the astronomy event of the decade, but the path of totality does not include Florida.
The abortion issue will lead to a massive political fight in the coming months
The most expensive places to fill up in the state are West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Naples
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede speaks to attorneys about Rundle's tenure as Miami-Dade State Attorney.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks to State Senator Lauren Book about what the Florida Supreme Court has to say about the subject.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
E-bikes and E-scooters are becoming more popular and that brings more dangers, especially for children.
A Florida man killed his wife, tried to kill his stepdaughter and then killed himself after an argument over Monday Night Football, officials say.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
E-bikes and E-scooters are becoming more popular and that brings more dangers, especially for children.
A Florida man killed his wife, tried to kill his stepdaughter and then killed himself after an argument over Monday Night Football, officials say.
The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
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.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Guest host Lauren Pastrana is joined by Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust.
Guest host Laura Pastrana talks with one of the big winners from Tuesday's runoff elections, Miami Beach Commissioner-elect Monica Matteo-Salinas.
Jim Defede goes in-depth on the second vote by the Miami Dade College Trustees to donate land for the proposed Trump Presidential Library.
Jim DeFede investigates the millions of dollars in state funding cuts for meal programs across South Florida.
If you don't feel well, particularly if you have a fever and worsening symptoms, Dr. Glazier says, skip the get-together.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
A California digital health company and a Florida medical practice have been indicted in an alleged $100 million scheme to illegally distribute Adderall over the internet to patients across the country who didn't need it, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.
Physicians and educators spoke out against the proposed repeal of vaccination requirements for diseases such as chickenpox during a Department of Health workshop in Panama City Beach, while vaccine critics applauded Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration for advancing the plan.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.