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The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
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The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
CBS News' Miami's Trish Christakis is in South Beach where a 9-foot menorah will be lit on the first night of Hanukkah, which coincides this year with Christmas. Holiday food treats include jelly-filled doughnuts and potato latkes.
The eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah started on Christmas Day in 2024, an occurrence that happens very infrequently.
As South Florida streets bustle with delivery trucks rushing to meet holiday demands, time is running out for those who have yet to mail their holiday packages.
While this sacred Jewish holiday is one based on love and light, there was an air of solemnity
Anna McAllister reports Avi Lulu said his son was taken on October 7th.
Hanukkah is the first major Jewish Holiday since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas. In the face of rising anti-Semitism, one Miami Beach teen is encouraging his classmates to celebrate with pride.
Hanukkah is the first major Jewish Holiday since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas. In the face of rising anti-Semitism, one Miami Beach teen is encouraging his classmates to celebrate with pride.
It's not too late to turn your home into your very own festival of lights with Hanukkah lights, decorations, candles and more.
"I believe that the Holocaust was about race," Goldberg said in an apology, adding that she's still "learning a lot."
As the Ecksteins lit their menorah Monday night, they worked to dispel darkness caused by the person who stole a Hanukkah display that was in front of their home.
A Hollywood family celebrating Hanukkah got an unpleasant surprise when they found their 6-foot metal menorah missing from their front yard.
This week there are several holiday celebrations across Broward County that kicks off the holiday season by the lighting of Menorahs and Christmas trees.
The world's largest electronic menorah is lighting-up the South Florida skyline during the eight-nights of the Jewish "Festival of Lights."
Sunday, hundreds of people gathered to mark the beginning of Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, and to mark the 20th year of Hanukkah celebration in Miami Beach with the lighting of a menorah made of sea shells.
Hanukkah came a day early for a 92-year-old South Florida Holocaust survivor.
Thursday evening marks the beginning of Hanukkah, but the pandemic is forcing many people to rethink their holiday plans.
Rounding out this year's CBS4 Holiday Homes is the Spiewak home in Southwest Miami-Dade, also known as the Hanukkah House.
The Vi at Aventura hosted a latke competition between some of the area's favorite delis and caterers -- and even one of their own residents.
The annual CBS4 Holiday Homes tour concludes with another festive home which belongs to the Rapport Family in Cutler Bay.
Kicking off this year's CBS4 Holiday Homes is the Spiewak home in Southwest Miami-Dade, also known as the Hanukkah House.
For your complete holiday recipe guide, consider items that would work for all the holidays from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day.
It has been nearly four decades since the first night of Hanukkah fell on the day before Christmas.
Want to spice up Hanukkah dinner this year? Try this complete four course meal!
Thursday night's holiday home is the Hanukkah House in Southwest Miami-Dade
A propane explosion at a Florida City bakery Saturday injured eight people and caused a partial roof collapse, officials said.
A fatal multi-vehicle crash early Saturday shut down all southbound lanes of I-95 near Pompano Beach in Broward.
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
South Florida faces a new storm threat Saturday with damaging winds and hail possible in Broward and Miami-Dade.
The last time President Trump gave a speech at the U.S. Military Academy came amid nationwide reckoning following the police killing of George Floyd in 2020.
A propane explosion at a Florida City bakery Saturday injured eight people and caused a partial roof collapse, officials said.
South Florida faces a new storm threat Saturday with damaging winds and hail possible in Broward and Miami-Dade.
A fatal multi-vehicle crash early Saturday shut down all southbound lanes of I-95 near Pompano Beach in Broward.
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters are announcing their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year.
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.
The last time President Trump gave a speech at the U.S. Military Academy came amid nationwide reckoning following the police killing of George Floyd in 2020.
By the end of the year, taxpayers may have paid around $12 million for Tom Homan's security.
Almost four dozen Venezuelan workers who had temporary protected status taken away have been put on leave by Disney after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to strip them of legal protections.
The Trump administration is planning to dispatch Border Patrol agents to help with ICE arrests, part of a wider gambit to boost deportations by enlisting agencies across the government.
It's the latest step taken by the Trump administration to dramatically ramp up immigration arrests across the country.
Jim devotes the entire half hour to a sit-down interview with Retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman. During the interview, Jim breaks the news that Vindman is considering a run to represent Florida in the U.S. Senate as a Democrat.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with State Senator Jennifer Bradley about the condo reform bill, the passage of the Tristin Murphy Act and more.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede takes a moment to share his personal and professional connections to the new American Pope Leo XIV and the late Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with State Senator Jason Pizzo, a former Democrat who may run for governor as an independent.
"Yes, I am," he said when asked the question.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
The SharkNinja pressure cookers, sold at retailers including Walmart and Amazon, have sparked 26 lawsuits after reports of burn injuries.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
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.
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.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Almost four dozen Venezuelan workers who had temporary protected status taken away have been put on leave by Disney after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to strip them of legal protections.
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Amber Heard revealed Sunday that she is now a mother of three after welcoming twins, daughter Agnes and son Ocean.
Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards for a second year in a row. Here is a list of all the winners.