Key West man wins July 4th Key lime pie eating contest
The pie-eating contest is an Independence Day mainstay in the Florida Keys.
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Key West man crowned Key lime pie eating champ
Chris Shultz defeated 24 other entrants in the Florida Keys' sweet alternative to New York City's traditional July 4 hotdog-eating contest.
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.
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.
Key lime pie eating contest to highlight July 4 in Key West
A sweet alternative to New York City's traditional July 4 hotdog-eating contest.
Where to watch July 4th fireworks in South Florida
In 2022, the party is back on across South Florida and in full force for the 4th of July holiday.
Safety stressed for those planning a DIY fireworks show
Thousands of fireworks-related injuries are treated in hospital emergency rooms across the country each year.
Plantation celebrates July 4th with patriotic parade, concert, fireworks
South Florida celebrates July 4th
Safety stressed for those planning to set off their own July 4th fireworks
Deborah Souverain reports thousands of fireworks-related injuries are treated in hospital emergency rooms across the country each year.
Patriotic July 4th parade in Plantation
Ted Scouten reports there will be a concert and fireworks show Monday night.
Miami Weather: hot & humid July 4th, nice night for fireworks
Grilling forecast looks rain-free through the afternoon.
What's open, closed on July 4th in Miami-Dade & Broward County
Independence Day falls on a Monday this year and the holiday is being observed by the federal, state, and local governments.
Here's how to keep your pets safe with July 4th celebrations this weekend
More pets go missing each year now through July 6th than any other time.
Safety urged for those planning DIY July 4th fireworks shows
An average of 250 people seek medical treatment daily from fireworks-related injuries in the days leading up to the July Fourth holiday.
Miami-Dade conducting sweeps of fireworks vendors ahead of July 4th holiday
Fire officials urge people to buy from licensed vendors, only but what's legal
July 4th travelers hit the road, pack airports, could set record
CBS4's Ted Scouten reports on the record amount of those traveling to celebrate the Fourth of July.
July 4th travelers hit the road, pack airports, could set record
AAA predicts nearly 48 million people are traveling 50 or more miles from home this holiday weekend.
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.
Miami-Dade conducts sweeps of fireworks vendors
Deborah Souverain reports Miami-Dade Fire officials suggest only purchasing fireworks from licensed vendors to make sure what you purchase is legal.
AAA predicts busy July 4th travel weekend
AAA predicts nearly 48 million people are traveling 50 or more miles from home this holiday weekend.
AAA forecasts busy July 4th travel period
Austin Carter reports AAA predicts more than 2.5 million people in Florida will travel over the holiday weekend.
"Operation Dry Water" aims to increase safety over July 4th weekend
Coast Guard partnering with FWC, other agencies to enforce water safety
Law enforcement agencies urge boaters to use caution during July 4th weekend
Officials stress boating safety during the 4th of July weekend.
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Miami-Dade Corrections honors officers who died from COVID
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Suspect arrested in two Fort Lauderdale robberies
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Miami-Dade Corrections honors officers who died from COVID
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Fire rages in outdoor seating area of popular Palmetto Bay restaurant
Firefighters found a large tiki hut next to the building engulfed in flames.
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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
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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
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Florida officials: Girl seriously injured in shark attack in Florida
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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
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Taddeo poll claims dead heat with Salazar
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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
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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.
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Miami-Dade Corrections honors officers who died from COVID
Memorial service held to honor employees who died of COVID-19 in 2021.
Judge signs order to block Florida's new 15-week abortion ban, State to appeal
Judge John C. Cooper made the oral ruling from the bench last week and signed the order on Tuesday.
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
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CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors, Viewers Help Family Left Homeless After Fire
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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
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City Theatre's Summer Shorts program features new 10-minute plays, old favorites
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Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years.