Expanded Hours For Gator Hunting Eyed
Final approval of around-the-clock alligator hunting is set to go before the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission when it meets next month in Gainesville.
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Feds Seek To Expand Hunting At Florida Wildlife Refuge
Federal officials have released a proposal for new or expanded hunting and fishing at 74 national wildlife refuges, including St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge outside Tallahassee.
Alligator Hunting Allowed In North Carolina For First Time In 45 Years
For the first time in nearly five decades, a small group of hunters in North Carolina will be able to hunt alligators this year.
Florida Needs More Fishing Folk, Hunters
Florida may proclaim itself the "fishing capital of the world," but wildlife officials say they need more anglers to help cover costs of running state programs.
Hunters Kill Massive Gator Eating Cattle At Florida Farm
A massive alligator killed by two Florida hunters might be big as the tractor they used to pull it out of the water.
Zimbabwe Official: U.S. Dentist Not Wanted For Killing Lion
Zimbabwe officials say they will stop pressing for extradition of the American dentist who killed a well-known lion called Cecil.
Central Florida Residents Challenge Decision To Allow Silencers
Three Central Florida residents have filed a legal challenge against a state decision allowing hunters to use silencers, citing safety issues as their primary concern.
Free Hunter Safety Courses Offered In Broward County
Many hunters know they need to use caution while wielding a weapon, but it doesn't hurt to get a refresher on being safety.
FWC Hosts Free Hunter Safety Course In Broward
Residents are invited to join wildlife officials Saturday for a free hunter safety course in Broward County.
Once Nearly Extinct, Florida Black Bear Numbers Growing
The Florida black bear which was once on the verge of extinction is on the way to making a comeback and could soon be removed from the list of threatened species.
Hours Extended For 2011 Gator Hunting Season
Hunters are getting a little extra daylight to track alligators this year. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted Wednesday to allow an extension for gator hunting.
Florida Black Bear Removed From State's Protected Wildlife List
The Florida black bear is no longer deemed a endangered species.
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Robert Crimo III captured after six killed in shooting at Highland Park July 4 parade
Highland Park Police Cmdr. Chris O'Neil said the shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. during the parade
Drone tech keeping those at Biltmore Hotel's July 4th celebration safe
The department teams up with Bond to utilize this high-tech equipment.
This Fourth of July is packing summer heat
There's so much excitement it's easy to get carried away, and that's where problems can arise.
Increase in shark patrols after a number of recent attacks
One incident is going to cost a Florida teenager her leg.
Former CBS4 News Anchor Robb Hanrahan has passed away
He was 60 years old.
"Hammerin' Hank" Goldberg dies at 82
The CBS Sports HQ and SportsLine prognosticator died on his 82nd birthday in Las Vegas.
Florida teen bitten by shark, rescued by brother, will have leg amputated
Addison Bethea plans to get back into the ocean after she's healed.
July 4th fireworks at Bayfront Park is a family tradition for some
Celebrating the Fourth of July in Miami is a tradition for some of the families at the park.
A look at the science behind fireworks
"You're seeing chemistry in action," said Paul Smith, president of the Pyrotechnics Guild International.
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Robert Crimo III captured after six killed in shooting at Highland Park July 4 parade
Highland Park Police Cmdr. Chris O'Neil said the shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. during the parade
Drone tech keeping those at Biltmore Hotel's July 4th celebration safe
The department teams up with Bond to utilize this high-tech equipment.
This Fourth of July is packing summer heat
There's so much excitement it's easy to get carried away, and that's where problems can arise.
Increase in shark patrols after a number of recent attacks
One incident is going to cost a Florida teenager her leg.
Former CBS4 News Anchor Robb Hanrahan has passed away
He was 60 years old.
Florida News
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Flamethrower used to torch Pan-African flag flying on pole
St. Petersburg police said they are investigating the fire and are working to identify a suspect.
Florida tops 74,000 COVID-19 cases last week
Florida has topped 71,000 new COVID-19 cases in each of the past five weeks, a report released Friday by the state Department of Health shows.
Florida says Ben & Jerry's change 'step in right direction'
Gov. Ron DeSantis and state Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis praised Ben & Jerry's parent company for a decision that will allow sales of ice cream in Israel.
Florida nursing home owner to pay $1.75M in vaccine probe
The owner of a West Palm Beach nursing home will pay $1.75 million to settle claims that it improperly diverted doses of COVID-19 vaccine to members of its board of directors and donors.
Florida officials: Girl seriously injured in shark attack in Florida
A teenage girl was seriously injured when a shark attacked her off Florida's Gulf Coast, authorities said.
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Politics
Americans taking to the streets over hot-button issues as nation is about to celebrate birthday
CBS4's Karli Barnett has more on the political division.
Gavin Newsom targets GOP in Florida ad: "Join us in California"
The ad scheduled to air on Fox News starting Monday takes shots at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his policies.
Biden vows to protect abortion pill in governors meeting
President Biden met virtually with several Democratic governors on efforts to protect women's abortion access.
Florida's 15-week abortion ban to be temporarily blocked
Judge John C. Cooper made the oral ruling from the bench but his decision will not go into effect until he signs a written order, which Cooper said would likely happen next week.
Taddeo poll claims dead heat with Salazar
A poll released by Annette Taddeo's campaign shows Taddeo in a virtual tie with Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar.
Consumer News
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CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
July 4th food inflation has some shoppers looking for holiday deals
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports food costs were up, on average, 10.8 percent for a year period ending April 2022.
Spirit's delay allows airline bidding war time to play out
The delay indicates that Spirit lacks support to approve the Frontier merger.
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.
Health
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CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
Largest study to date reveals how COVID vaccines work with people of different sizes
"The first key outcome is that vaccines are highly effective across all body weights and that is great news."
Judge's decision to block Florida's 15-week abortion ban puts law in legal limbo
The decision came days after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
The age of your at-home COVID test is key to its accuracy
Dr. Aileen Marty explains when it's time to toss a kit in the can and grab a newer one.
CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida
The CDC said a specific food item has not yet been identified as the source of a listeria outbreak.
Neighbors 4 Neighbors
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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.
Facing South Florida
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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.
Entertainment
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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.