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The attorney for George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch captain who shot and killed 17-year old Trayvon Martin, has apologized for the apology Zimmerman made to Martin's parents during his bond hearing last Friday.
In a surprise move, George Zimmerman took the witness stand at his bond reduction hearing Friday morning and made a brief statement directed at the parents of Trayvon Martin, saying he was sorry for the loss of their son. Minutes later, a judge set a bond of $150 thousand for Zimmerman, setting the stage for his release from jail.
Miami-Dade School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho reflects on the events following Trayvon Martin's death.
In the aftermath of the Trayvon Martin shooting, Gov. Rick Scott said he would form a Task Force on Citizen Safety and Protection to look into the state's gun laws. On Thursday, he's set to announce who will be on the panel.
The replacement of a judge to preside over the trial of George Zimmerman, the Sanford neighborhood watch captain who shot and killed 17-year old Trayvon Martin, will not delay Friday's bond hearing.
Sybrina Fulton, the mother of Trayvon Martin, and her son Jahvaris Fulton are attended a South Florida memorial service Wednesday afternoon in Trayvon's memory.
South Florida civil rights leaders held a protest Wednesday in connection with controversial comments made by a Miami-Dade Fire Department Captain in the Trayvon Martin case.
Circuit Court Judge Jessica Recksiedler has disqualified herself from the George Zimmerman second-degree murder case over Trayvon Martin. Instead Judge Kenneth Lester will take over the trial.
The death of Trayvon Martin made headlines across the country and polarized many communities. But what are the lessons to be learned?
Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez has weighed in on the controversial Facebook comments made by a Miami-Dade Fire Department Captain in the Trayvon Martin case.
A lawyer for George Zimmerman, the Sanford neighborhood watch captain who shot and killed 17-year old Trayvon Martin, wants a new judge.
A Miami-Dade firefighter's Facebook comments on the death of Trayvon Martin have caused a bit of a firestorm.
Just days after the trial judge in the Trayvon Martin case, circuit judge Jessica Recksiedler, revealed a potential conflict of interest; the lawyer for George Zimmerman filed a motion to have her removed from the case.
CBS4 News partner The Miami Herald, and other news organizations are challenging efforts to seal records in the death of Trayvon Martin.
An investigation has been launched after a Miami-Dade firefighter posted some inflammatory remarks in the wake of Trayvon Martin's death on his personal Facebook page.
The debate over the shooting death of a Miami teen Trayvon Martin by George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch captain in Sanford, should focus on guns and not race, according to actor and comedian Bill Cosby.
The National Rifle Association is coming to the defense of Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law it helped write in 2005 and targeting the media for its coverage of the Trayvon Martin case.
There may be a conflict of interest involving the judge in the Travyon Martin shooting case.
George Zimmerman remains in jail after making his first appearance in a Seminole County courtroom but his lawyer said a bail hearing will most likely be held next Friday, April 20th.
George Zimmerman made his first appearance in a Seminole County court Thursday afternoon, less than 24 hours after he was first arrested on second-degree murder for the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
Trayvon Martin's stepmother was happy to hear that charges had been filed against George Zimmerman, the man accused of shooting and killing her unarmed stepson.
Now that a second degree murder charge has been leveled against neighborhood watch captain George Zimmerman in the death of Trayvon Martin, prosecutors will have a number of obstacles to overcome if they hope to win a conviction.
The death of Trayvon Martin resonated with students across South Florida including at the school Trayvon most recently attended, Michael Krop Senior High in Northeast Miami-Dade.
The parents of Trayvon Martin did not express joy on Wednesday after charges against George Zimmerman, the man who shot and killed their unarmed teenage son, were announced more than a month after the shooting.
Steve Maugeri has everything you need to know ahead of time if you plan on taking a trip to Monday's big game.
According to the preliminary investigation, the men were on their way to a gathering when shots rang out from an unknown location and they were struck by the gunfire, MDSO said.
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
A small part of the Sunshine State became the Snowy State for a brief time as snow covers parts of the western Florida Panhandle.
Indiana and Miami are playing for the national title Monday night, and if that has you scratching your head thinking "Who?" or "What?" then you are not alone.
Steve Maugeri has everything you need to know ahead of time if you plan on taking a trip to Monday's big game.
According to the preliminary investigation, the men were on their way to a gathering when shots rang out from an unknown location and they were struck by the gunfire, MDSO said.
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
A small part of the Sunshine State became the Snowy State for a brief time as snow covers parts of the western Florida Panhandle.
Indiana and Miami are playing for the national title Monday night, and if that has you scratching your head thinking "Who?" or "What?" then you are not alone.
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.
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
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.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.