Florida board to weigh blocking treatments for transgender youth
Proposal would bar treatments such as hormone therapy and puberty-blocking medication
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Updated COVID boosters for Omicron BA.5 variant expected in September
U.S. regulators say they are no longer considering authorizing second COVID-19 booster shots for all adults under 50 this summer.
Appeals court keeps Florida abortion law in effect
It signals a circuit judge's ruling that would have temporarily blocked the law will be overturned.
Amid court battle, Florida abortion law to remain in effect
The state has asked that the case be fast-tracked to the Florida Supreme Court
Dems propose raising taxes on high earners to preserve Medicare
Sens. Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer craft a scaled-back version of the economic package thwarted by Manchin last year.
CBS News poll: Americans react to overturning of Roe v. Wade
Conservatives say they're hopeful and happy.
Investigation: 40% of adults in U.S. struggle with health care debt
More than 100 million people have been saddled with health care debt in the U.S. — including this Chicago family.
Jackson Health System in precarious financial situation
"We had the biggest cut, which is $71 million," said Jackson Health CEO Carlos Migoya.
Florida Ends Appeal In Health Worker Vaccine Case
After a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this month that backed the Biden administration, Florida has dropped its appeal in a legal fight against federal COVID-19 vaccination requirements for health care workers.
Health Price Website Gets Little Public Attention
A program pushed by former Gov. Rick Scott to help people compare prices and shop for medical procedures has cost taxpayers millions of dollars but has garnered little attention from the public.
Disabilities Program Part Of Health Care End Game
While House Speaker Jose Oliva is using health care as a bargaining chip to end the 2020 legislative session, Senate Republican leaders have their own health-care priorities they want resolved in the waning days.
Florida Could Take A Hit In Hospital Funding
As Florida lawmakers prepare to start the 2020 legislative session, the state is being confronted with a $70.4 million loss in the coming months in the amount of Medicaid money it gets to fund hospitals, train future physicians and treat people who are mentally ill.
Gov. Ron DeSantis Announces New Health Care Price Transparency Tool
Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new initiative he hopes will make health care costs in Florida more transparent.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Vows 'Vigorous' Scrutiny Into Guardianship Program
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has vowed to vigorously scrutinize the state's embattled guardianship program following revelations of potential wrongdoing.
Health Care 'Shared Savings' Off To Slow Start
If people are willing to shop for cars and homes to save money, they'd be willing to shop around for their health care, right?
Florida's Drug Importation Fight Moves To Washington DC
The battle over whether to allow state programs and Floridians to have access to prescription drugs imported from Canada is now shifting to Washington, D.C.
Florida Lawmakers Sign Off On Health Care Changes
The Legislature on Monday approved a far-reaching bill that would affect how health care is delivered.
Opening Statements Made In $1 Billion Medicare Fraud Case
A Florida man faces decades in prison if convicted of bribery, kickbacks and false paperwork in a $1 billion effort to fleece Medicare and Medicaid, a prosecutor said Tuesday.
Future Of Medicaid Cut Remains Unclear
A new era in the Medicaid program will begin Friday when the state eliminates a long-standing policy about paying health-care bills that accumulate while people prepare to apply for coverage.
Judge Rules Against State On Medicaid Contract
The state Agency for Health Care Administration has quickly appealed after a circuit judge ruled that it improperly awarded a Medicaid managed-care contract in Southwest Florida.
DeSantis Health Plan Calls For More Choices
Republican gubernatorial nominee Ron DeSantis has released a plan that he promises would help transform Florida's health-care system.
Gov. Scott Defends Health Care Record In New Ad
Taken to task about his health care record as he campaigns for a U.S. Senate seat, Governor Rick Scott has launched a new ad to blunt the criticism.
Wasserman Schultz: Quality Affordable Health Care At Stake If Kavanaugh Confirmed
During a contentious first day of confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, Democrats and Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee sparred over information.
Health Care, Tech Jobs Top List Of Highest-Paying Work In U.S.
Americans eager for a high-paying job might want to focus on two industries: health care and technology.
Justice Department Charges Over 600 People For Health Care Fraud
The U.S. Justice Department has announced charges against more than 600 people, including doctors, for taking part in health care frauds.
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FBI/DHS bulletin warns of "increase in violent threats... against federal officials and facilities"
The bulletin references the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago as a recent example of a call to violence.
Fire caused by possible lightning strike leaves several North Lauderdale families displaced
There are holes in several units of the townhomes off Winners Circle.
CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
Braves rally for sweep of Marlins
The Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Miami Marlins 3-1 on Sunday for a sweep of their four-game series.
Transcript: Alberto Carvalho on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District, that aired on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Parkland school shooter's brain exams to be subject of court hearing
Wesley Center, a Texas counselor, said the exams happened last year at the Broward County jail.
Schiff: "No evidence" that Trump declassified docs found at Mar-a-Lago
Some of the items seized from Mar-a-Lago by the FBI last week contained classified information.
Before Mar-a-Lago search, Trump lawyer claimed all classified docs removed
The government is investigating Trump for potential violation of three criminal statutes.
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FBI/DHS bulletin warns of "increase in violent threats... against federal officials and facilities"
The bulletin references the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago as a recent example of a call to violence.
Fire caused by possible lightning strike leaves several North Lauderdale families displaced
There are holes in several units of the townhomes off Winners Circle.
CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
Braves rally for sweep of Marlins
The Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Miami Marlins 3-1 on Sunday for a sweep of their four-game series.
Transcript: Alberto Carvalho on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District, that aired on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Weekly Roundup: Florida Gov. DeSantis prosecutes war on 'woke'
About six hours after he was suspended Thursday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Andrew Warren insisted he was still Hillsborough County's top prosecutor — and that the governor was trying to "overthrow" democracy.
Probation for Florida woman who wiped up blood after killing spouse
A Florida woman who was acquitted of murdering her husband, a prominent official at the University of Central Florida, was sentenced Friday to a year of probation for tampering with evidence.
Less smoking hits tobacco settlement revenues
Florida likely will see lower-than-expected revenues from a landmark settlement with the tobacco industry because fewer people are smoking or smokers are cutting back.
Florida surgeons seek changes in 'Brazilian butt lift' restrictions
Members of the Florida medical boards are considering restrictions on "Brazilian butt lifts."
Vice President Harris to discuss climate change in Miami
Vice President Kamala Harris and other federal officials will travel Monday to Miami to discuss issues related to climate change, the White House said Friday.
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Transcript: Alberto Carvalho on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District, that aired on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Schiff: "No evidence" that Trump declassified docs found at Mar-a-Lago
Some of the items seized from Mar-a-Lago by the FBI last week contained classified information.
Before Mar-a-Lago search, Trump lawyer claimed all classified docs removed
The government is investigating Trump for potential violation of three criminal statutes.
The fallout from Donald Trump's unparalleled legal problems
As the former president's legal problems grew after classified documents were seized from his Florida home, Trump loyalists denounced the FBI and called for retaliation – and America's democracy entered uncharted waters.
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Florida gas prices dip to five month low
In Miami on Monday, the average was $3.89 a gallon, Fort Lauderdale's average was $3.86.
Baby formula shortage is easing for many, but it still isn't over
Formula availability is not back to normal, but for many families, it's better than it was even a month ago.
Florida's average gas price slip below $4 a gallon
In Miami on Monday, the average was $4.03 a gallon and Fort Lauderdale's average was $4.04
Coral Gables woman out more than $3,000 after scammers trick her using Zelle
Laura Hernandez says this all started when she received a text message from scammers.
South Florida farmers pushed to breaking point
John Alger, of Alger Farms, said it's been a struggle to break even for the last 10 years
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CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
Miami-Dade begins vaccinating for monkeypox at 2 locations
On Friday, folks lined up for monkeypox vaccination shots at Miami-Dade's two newly opened locations.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Monkeypox misinformation on the rise
Monkeypox cases continue to increase in South Florida but more and more virus misinformation is also on the rise.
Second doses of monkeypox vaccine put on hold
As Florida surpasses 1,000 monkeypox cases, State Health Officials are putting second doses of the vaccine on hold so more first rounds of shots can be given.
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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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Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 2
State Senator Annette Taddeo is running against Miami City Commissioner Ken Russell.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for U.S. Congress District 27
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2022 Celebrity Deaths
Celebrities we've lost this year.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Taste of the Town: Timeless Italian family recipes with a twist at Luca Osteria
Award-winning Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli's motto is clear "Good pasta, Good people"
State agency targets Wynwood restaurant over drag shows
"Having kids involved in this is wrong," said Gov.DeSantis