Illinois man charged with plot to kidnap boy in Florida to hold for ransom
Devontay Shields, 35, of Danville, was arrested on Saturday at Union Station, as he tried to board an Amtrak train to Miami, according to federal prosecutors.
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Devontay Shields, 35, of Danville, was arrested on Saturday at Union Station, as he tried to board an Amtrak train to Miami, according to federal prosecutors.
The hearing was conducted Wednesday in Miami.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed.
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The U.S. Supreme Court will likely have the final say.
Tesla advises owners to keep the charge level above 20 percent during bitter cold weather.
Country singer Luke Combs is making amends to a disabled Florida woman who sells tumblers online
The Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument will include locations at three sites in Mississippi and Illinois, CBS News has learned.
The man is facing multiple charges for illegal possession and reckless discharge of a firearm.
The monster storm spawned deadly tornadoes that shredded homes and shopping centers in Arkansas, and collapsed a theater roof during a heavy metal concert in Illinois.
The pregnant woman's car was stolen with her 2-year-old son in the backseat, authorities say.
Prosecutors said Robert Crimo Jr. sponsored his son's application for a gun license back in 2019.
Rescuers in Illinois and Missouri save multiple lives this weekend.
The issues have forced concession companies to get creative in an effort to address the rising costs.
Things just got stranger for an Illinois neighborhood. A controversial "Stranger Things" themed Halloween display in front of a Plainfield home is re-opening this weekend despite concerns from neighbors.
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A fast-acting cop saved a toddler after finding it in an extremely dangerous place.
An Illinois school resource officer is being hailed a hero for confronting an active shooter, a former student, who opened fire Wednesday morning at Dixon High School.
Police in Illinois were called to help out an overweight raccoon that became wedged halfway out of a sewer grate.
An Illinois teacher put herself in harm's way to stop an alleged student gunman who opened fire inside a school cafeteria.
A federal judge ordered the man accused of kidnapping a Chinese exchange student attending the University of Illinois-Urbana held without bond until his trial.
If you catch the latest national tour of "Annie," you're in for a treat — the original director and lyricist is running the show. That's like drinking real Coke after years of only having New Coke.
A multi-million dollar settlement has been reached with UPS in a lawsuit claiming bad delivery practices.
Cindy Crawford's face has graced the covers and pages of magazines since she was discovered in her hometown of DeKalb, Illinois at the age of 16.
To combat the problem, police increased enforcement and have issued 306 citations over the past 12 months.
One hundred beautifully crafted elephants are each unique and tells a story of their own.
Authorities have released crime scene photos in the case against Travis Grafe.
Florida Atlantic is finalizing the hiring of Texas Tech offensive coordinator Zach Kittley as its new head coach, a person with knowledge of the decision said Monday.
Octavious Jackson was defensive tackle on 1999 Seminoles national championship football team
To combat the problem, police increased enforcement and have issued 306 citations over the past 12 months.
One hundred beautifully crafted elephants are each unique and tells a story of their own.
Authorities have released crime scene photos in the case against Travis Grafe.
Here are the four finalists for the CBS News Miami Nat Moore Trophy for this year.
There are several arts-related free events taking place in South Florida during Art Basel and Miami Art Week.
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.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
Hunter Biden was convicted of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a gun and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Recipients of the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program are bracing for potential challenges to their status in the country during President-elect Donald Trump's second term in the White House.
Democrats and some former Trump officials criticized President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that he wants Kash Patel to be FBI director.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Massad Boulos for senior adviser on Middle Eastern affairs. The Lebanese billionaire is his youngest daughter's father-in-law.
A week after interviewing Republican State Rep. Danny Perez of Miami, who is the new Florida House Speaker, Jim goes one-on-one with Fentrice Driskell, the Florida House minority leader.
A week after interviewing Republican State Rep. Danny Perez of Miami, who is the new Florida House Speaker, Jim goes one-on-one with Fentrice Driskell, the Florida House minority leader.
A week after interviewing Republican State Rep. Danny Perez of Miami, who is the new Florida House Speaker, Jim goes one-on-one with Fentrice Driskell, the Florida House minority leader.
Jim devotes the entire half hour to an interview with Miami State Representative Danny Perez who was sworn in this week as the Speaker of the Florida House.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that can significantly impact motor function and quality of life.
From turkey, to mashed potatoes, stuffing and pies, many are ending Thanksgiving with full stomachs and refrigerators.
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
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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.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Cynthia Erivo opens up about her bond with co-star Ariana Grande while filming "Wicked," sharing how their early friendship and promise to support each other shaped their on-screen chemistry as Elphaba and Glinda.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
At 32, she's an accomplished actor, successful singer-songwriter, billionaire business owner, and philanthropist. But Selena Gomez's gutsiest move may have been sharing her real self.
NORAD has tracked Santa Claus' Christmas Eve journey around the world since 1955.
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.