Star Wars Turns 40
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away called the 70's, a young filmmaker put it all on the line with a science fiction space opera that ended up redefining the movie industry and creating the big, summer blockbuster.
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New 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' Trailer & Poster Revealed
Star Wars has released the trailer, poster and release date for their newest movie Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
Harrison Ford Visit, Fisher Tribute Launch Star Wars Event
How do you celebrate 40 years of "Star Wars" in 90 minutes?
George Lucas Apologizes For Calling Disney 'White Slavers'
George Lucas has apologized for criticizing Disney's handling of "Star Wars" and saying he had sold his characters to "white slavers" in a recent interview with Charlie Rose.
Preview The 38th Annual Kennedy Center Honors
The 38th Annual Kennedy Center Honors will air Tuesday, December 29th at 9 pm ET/PT.
The Force Awakened In Theaters Shattering Box Office Records
Movie theaters struck back this weekend with the release of one of the most anticipated films of all-time.
The 38th Annual Kennedy Center Honors
Feel The Force: R2-D2 Helps Honor Lucas At Kennedy Center
The technology that George Lucas brought to movie making came back to haunt him at the Kennedy Center Honors.
Stephen Colbert Returns To Host 'The Kennedy Center Honors'
Stephen Colbert returns to host "The 38th Annual Kennedy Center Honors," to be broadcast Tuesday, Dec. 29 on CBS.
Eagles, Carole King, George Lucas Lead Kennedy Center Honorees
Some of the biggest pop culture figures of the '70s will be honored by the ceremony.
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Leslie Moonves, Bob Schieffer Among TV Hall Of Fame Inductees
The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences inducted six new members into its Hall of Fame on Monday, including CBS Corp. President and CEO Leslie Moonves and CBS News' chief Washington Correspondent and "Face the Nation" anchor Bob Schieffer.
Lucas Says 'Star Wars' Trio Returning For New Film
It appears the Force is still strong with Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher.
Disney To Make New 'Star Wars' Films, Buys Lucas Co.
A decade since George Lucas said "Star Wars" was finished on the big screen, a new trilogy under new ownership is destined for theaters after The Walt Disney Co. announced Tuesday that it would buy Lucasfilm Ltd. from him for $4.05 billion.
Pick-A-Side: Which Is Your Favorite Star Wars Character?
Red Tails Commemorates Powerful WWII Fighting Force
A little known town in Alabama produced some of the most important pilots in World War II, and there legacy is alive and well in South Florida and soon on the big screen.
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"Crime Without Punishment": Miami police working to increase murder clearance rate
In Miami-Dade, the clearance rate for homicides in 2020 was 43%
Tracking The Tropics: Tropical Storm Bonnie could form soon, watching two other systems
None of these disturbances are a threat to South Florida.
Frustrated traveler has "nowhere to go" after American Airlines cancels her flight out of MIA
With numerous cancellations at MIA, finding the next flight out could be difficult.
Avisaíl García's 2-run HR lifts Marlins to 4-3 victory over Cardinals
Avisaíl García hit a two-run home run in the ninth inning and Sandy Alcantara pitched a complete game, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
Florida drivers could get ticketed for playing music too loud starting July 1
Back in 2012, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a noise ordinance restricting "plainly" audible music was vague and unconstitutional.
Day 2 of HUD secretary's visit to get firsthand look at housing crisis
"When I go back to Washington, we can look at thing a little differently," she told CBS4's Hank Tester.
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison in New York sex trafficking case
Kelly also faces five years of supervised release after he completes his prison sentence, and has been fined $100,000.
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Breyer retires from Supreme Court
Nearly three months after she won confirmation to the Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson is officially becoming a justice.
Florida Supreme Court backs DeSantis' request for statewide grand jury on immigration
The Florida Supreme Court approved Gov. Ron DeSantis' request to impanel a statewide grand jury to investigate immigration-related issues.
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"Crime Without Punishment": Miami police working to increase murder clearance rate
In Miami-Dade, the clearance rate for homicides in 2020 was 43%
Tracking The Tropics: Tropical Storm Bonnie could form soon, watching two other systems
None of these disturbances are a threat to South Florida.
Frustrated traveler has "nowhere to go" after American Airlines cancels her flight out of MIA
With numerous cancellations at MIA, finding the next flight out could be difficult.
Avisaíl García's 2-run HR lifts Marlins to 4-3 victory over Cardinals
Avisaíl García hit a two-run home run in the ninth inning and Sandy Alcantara pitched a complete game, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
Florida drivers could get ticketed for playing music too loud starting July 1
Back in 2012, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a noise ordinance restricting "plainly" audible music was vague and unconstitutional.
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Florida drivers could get ticketed for playing music too loud starting July 1
Back in 2012, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a noise ordinance restricting "plainly" audible music was vague and unconstitutional.
Florida university officials look at enrollment dip
The state university system's Board of Governors is eyeing a decline last year in undergraduate enrollment, with one official saying Wednesday it is part of a national trend.
Federal appeals court backs Florida man in religious sign dispute
Judges said the town's prohibition on portable signs likely violated the First Amendment.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs "Miya's Law"
Under the new law, criminal and sexual-offender background checks will be required for apartment-complex employees.
Mosquito spraying pro warns people to be careful of areas with even tiny amounts of water
Roy Billesbach is co-owner of a Mosquito Shield franchise.
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Federal appeals court backs Florida man in religious sign dispute
Judges said the town's prohibition on portable signs likely violated the First Amendment.
Trump lunged at head of security, demanded to go to Capitol on Jan. 6, aide says
"The president said something to the effect of, 'I'm the effing president, take me up to the Capitol now,'" Hutchinson said.
New Florida laws: From big budget to strawberry shortcake
Nearly 150 laws set to go into effect Friday
Jan. 6 committee adds surprise hearing
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack announced a surprise public hearing. The committee is set to hear from a potential key witness: A former top aide to Mark Meadows. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Drugstores limiting "morning-after" pill purchases to avoid shortage
The pills are meant to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if a birth control method fails.
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Day 2 of HUD secretary's visit to get firsthand look at housing crisis
"When I go back to Washington, we can look at thing a little differently," she told CBS4's Hank Tester.
HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge visits South Florida to get firsthand look at housing crisis
Over the last five months, the Miami area has been one of the least affordable housing markets in the country.
Hearing damage often overlooked when thinking about fireworks safety
The American Academy of Audiology says we also need to protect our hearing from loud noises.
Frontier and Spirit stocks fall heading into key merger vote
Frontier is trying to fend off an attempt by JetBlue Airways to swoop in and grab Spirit.
Rep. Wasserman Shultz says state needs to do better in getting federal relief funds to homeowners
Rep. Wasserman Schultz said only 16% of the fund has been distributed
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Florida surgeon general responds to coronavirus subcommittee on vaccines for children
"It is unfortunate that the information you released is perpetuating confusion among the public."
Hearing damage often overlooked when thinking about fireworks safety
The American Academy of Audiology says we also need to protect our hearing from loud noises.
For man who lost leg, healthcare career path is more than personal
The wheelchair-bound Mauricus Murdock makes his rounds as an intern at Broward Health Imperial Point, where he is also working to rehab.
Should I be worried about monkeypox? A doctor answers questions on outbreak
More than 4,700 cases of monkeypox have been reported worldwide, with more than 300 in the U.S. Here's what you need to know now.
Drugstores limiting "morning-after" pill purchases to avoid shortage
The pills are meant to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if a birth control method fails.
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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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1-on-1 with Jacqueline Charles
Among other things, they discussed the worsening crisis in Haiti.
1-on-1 with Fort Lauderdale Vice Mayor Ben Sorensen
He's running for the congressional seat being vacated by Ted Deutch.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Nikki Fried
The two discussed her gubernatorial bid.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Annette Taddeo 1
State Sen. Annette Taddeo shook up the Florida gubernatorial race this week.
Facing South Florida: Condo Safety Concerns
Jim DeFede's guest for Sunday's show was Eric Glazer, one of the state's leading condo attorneys who has been pushing for years to make condos safer.
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Andy Garcia pairs up with Gloria Estefan in all-new 'Father of the Bride'
This all-new "Father of the Bride" features a predominantly Latino cast.
Miami chefs make history after receiving Michelin Stars
CBS4's resident foodie Lisa Petrillo caught up with two of the newly awarded chefs about what this honor means.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
City Theatre's Summer Shorts program features new 10-minute plays, old favorites
The festival, starting June 2nd at the Arsht Center's Carnival Studio Theater features new 10-minute plays as well as fresh revivals of past festival favorites, written by the country's best playwrights.
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years.