As Maui wildfires death toll nears 100, anger grows
Residents say Hawaii's famous warning sirens never went off. The death toll has climbed steadily as the search continues.
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Residents say Hawaii's famous warning sirens never went off. The death toll has climbed steadily as the search continues.
At least 99 people were confirmed dead as of Monday evening.
Firefighters worked to extinguish flare-ups — when the intensity or spread of a wildfire speeds up rapidly — on Saturday, officials said.
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said Saturday that operations would focus on "the loss of life."
Dozens of people were killed in the Maui fires, and many are still missing, authorities said.
The wildfires in Maui have ravaged the island, killing over four dozen people.
One of Hawaii's biggest stars is expressing support in the midst of the lethal wildfires in Maui.
At least 55 people have lost their lives and the toll is expected to climb. The historic town of Lahaina has been devastated.
Dr. Alison Thompson with Third Wave Volunteers joins us in studio to talk about how her organization is planning to assist the victims of the fires in Hawaii.
Scary footage shows point of view from vehicle trying to evacuate area during wildfire
The wind-whipped wildfires even led some to jump into a harbor and the Coast Guard said it rescued 14.
Gusts up to 80 mph aided by distant Hurricane Dora were hitting hard. Power outages were widespread and many evacuations were underway.
Lava flows have been observed on the surface of the volcano's crater floor, officials said, as the eruption began early in the morning.
A passenger on Quantum of the Seas went overboard during a trip from Australia to Hawaii, a company spokesperson confirmed.
The fence is intended to "promote public safety and seal protection during the nursing period," the department said. "People are encouraged to use other areas for beach and ocean recreation."
Harassing marine mammals is a violation of the federal Marine Mammal Act, and could result in up to $11,000 in fines and/or a year in prison.
David Schechter reports In 2015, Hawaii became the first state to pass a law saying all electricity would come from renewable sources -- like wind and solar by 2045.
Given the huge volcano's history, USGS urged residents "at risk" of lava flows to review their preparation measures.
Hurricane Lane is drenching parts of Hawaii with life-threatening amounts of rain as it crawls toward the state, and the storm's most powerful winds are expected to whip some islands later Friday.
The U.S. Geological Service says a new tiny lava island has formed off the coast of the Big Island in Hawaii.
More than a month has passed since the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island began erupting and there is no sign of things easing up.
The hottest and fastest-moving lava of Kilauea volcano's latest eruption spread across new parts of the Big Island Wednesday, forcing officials to order evacuations in two coastal neighborhoods over fears that the rapidly advancing flows could cut off dwindling escape routes.
Danger from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has now reached Guam as fast-moving lava threatens to engulf more homes on the Big Island.
Residents on the Big Island of Hawaii can't seem to catch a break.
Eruptions on Hawaii's big island are now entering the fourth week and one of the world's most active volcanoes is showing no sign of quieting down.
About two dozen protesters gathered outside an immigration detention facility in Broward County on Christmas Day, holding a vigil under the slogan, "Injustice doesn't take a holiday. Neither does resistance."
A Miami woman is spending Christmas behind bars after allegedly breaking into an apartment complex.
This is the 15th year the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has volunteered to help out.
The strikes 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.
About two dozen protesters gathered outside an immigration detention facility in Broward County on Christmas Day, holding a vigil under the slogan, "Injustice doesn't take a holiday. Neither does resistance."
A Miami woman is spending Christmas behind bars after allegedly breaking into an apartment complex.
This is the 15th year the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has volunteered to help out.
The strikes 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.
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 strikes 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."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
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.
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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 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.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
It's a heartwarming tale that captures the essence of the holiday spirit. Through a mesmerizing journey of dance, the Miami City Ballet breathes life into George Balanchine's timeless masterpiece, The Nutcracker.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.