Teen boy saves sister from kidnapping with slingshot
A man appeared from the woods and held the 8-year-old girl's mouth shut. Her brother saw it and acted quickly.
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Police: Florida DoorDash driver kidnapped, sexually assaulted during delivery
The victim's family rescued her from the attacker after tracking her cell phone location, police said.
State Department confirms two U.S. citizens kidnapped in Haiti
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
Tamarac couple kidnapped in Haiti remain held at ransom, family says
A Tamarac couple has been kidnapped in Haiti and remains captive under ransom demands, family members say, who are asking for help and pressuring US officials to find them.
Tamarac couple kidnapped in Haiti remain held at ransom, family says
A Tamarac couple has been kidnapped in Haiti and remains captive under ransom demands, family members say, who are asking for help and pressuring US officials to find them.
Man accused in attempted kidnapping of woman faces new charges
New charges were made Wednesday for the man accused of attempting to kidnap a woman.
Man accused of confining woman in basement faces 5 life sentences
"We would not be here today if not for the bravery of one woman and the tireless efforts of 16 different agencies," prosecutors said.
Pembroke Park man hailed as hero after helping to save teen
Trish Christakis reports a quick thinking Pembroke Park man is credited with foiling an attempted abduction of a child.
A mother is kidnapped and forced to rob a bank to save her daughter's life
At his trial, Michelle Renee's abductor falsely claimed she had masterminded the plot and that they previously had an affair.
Attorney for former Hialeah cop accused of beating homeless man said he'll be exonerated
Two former Hialeah officers are charged with armed kidnapping and battery
Attorney for Hialeah cop accused of beating homeless man said he'll be exonerated
Attorneys for two Hialeah police officers charged in the kidnapping and beating of a homeless man appeared in court on Friday.
US court gives $153 million to Miami man jailed in Venezuela
A federal judge in Miami has awarded $153 million in damages to the family of an exiled Venezuelan lawyer lured back home by his father's kidnapping only to end up imprisoned for two years on trumped-up charges of working as a "financial terrorist" undermining President Nicolás Maduro's rule.
Hialeah woman beaten, robbed at her home, two arrests made
Trish Christakis reports a man and a woman are facing several charges including the exploitation of an elderly person after police said the pair robbed a woman in Hialeah.
Jojo's father, grandmother are back in South Florida, facing several charges
The judge ordered her to stay away from Jojo and his mother.
Homestead mother overjoyed after learning missing son found safe in Canada
Jorge "Jojo" Morales was taken by his father and paternal grandmother in August
Kidnapped Homestead boy Jojo recovered in Canada
Miami-Dade Police report the Royal Canadian Mounted Police have recovered Jorge "JoJo" Morales "in good health and unharmed."
Second person arrested in Keys kidnapping investigation
Zita Gasperik is accused of taking a co-worker's 16-month-old baby from the hotel where they work
Fake rideshare driver arrested for sexual assault in Keys
Enmanuel Teixeira has been charged with sexual assault, kidnapping, battery, and indecent exposure
Kidnapping led to deadly Miami Gardens shooting
A kidnapping in Plantation ended in a deadly shooting in Miami Gardens.
Man in custody after reported hostage situation in North Lauderdale
A man is facing serious charges after being accused of holding a woman hostage in North Lauderdale on Saturday afternoon.
South Florida Couple Accused Of Kidnapping Second Man
Miami police have identified a second man they believe was kidnapped and held against his will by a couple.
Police: South Florida Couple Kidnap, Torture Man For Three Days
A South Florida man and woman are in jail charged in connection with the kidnapping and torture of a man for three days, including making him drink bleach mixed with rum, and threatening to force him to eat his own feces.
Pregnant Woman Andreae Lloyd Beaten, Abducted From Miami-Dade Job
Miami-Dade police are searching for a pregnant woman who was beaten and abducted from her job.
Have You Seen This Woman? Andreae Lloyd Missing After Being Abducted From Miami-Dade Home
Miami-Dade police are searching for a woman who was beaten and abducted from her job.
BSO: Arrest Made In Kidnapping Of 2 Deerfield Beach Children
The Broward Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in connection with an Amber Alert issued last month.
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Miami police officer's quick actions help save infant's life
Miami Police officer described the heart-pounding moments of rushing to save an infant that wasn't breathing.
Citizens insurance rate hikes eyed
With the state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. continuing to see massive growth, regulators Thursday took up a proposal that would lead to double-digit rate increases for Citizens customers across Florida.
Caught on video: Fight between 2 Dillard teachers under investigation
A brawl between two Dillard High School teachers was caught on camera and is now under investigation.
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Donald Trump indicted in documents probe. Here's what we know so far.
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Citizens insurance rate hikes eyed
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Caught on video: Fight between 2 Dillard teachers under investigation
A brawl between two Dillard High School teachers was caught on camera and is now under investigation.
Racist threats released in case of Florida woman shot through door
A Florida woman charged with shooting and killing her Black neighbor told detectives that she called the victim's children by racist slurs in the months leading up to the slaying, according to an arrest report.
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Citizens Property Insurance sees drop in new lawsuits
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Struggles continue for thousands months after Hurricane Ian as new storm season looms
Eight months ago, chef Michael Cellura had a restaurant job and had just moved into a fancy new camper home on Fort Myers Beach.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs Florida State Guard expansion bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a bill that will expand and make permanent the Florida State Guard, which DeSantis revived last year.
Florida lawmakers shielded in redistricting fight
A panel of federal judges Thursday shielded eight current and former legislative leaders from having to testify in a challenge to a congressional redistricting plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed through last year.
Teachers unions challenge new Florida law
Teachers unions have quickly filed a constitutional challenge to a new Florida law that places additional restrictions on public-employee unions, describing the measure as political retaliation by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Trump braces for possible federal charges
Former President Donald Trump and his aides are bracing for a potential indictment in the classified documents investigation as prosecutors handling the probe have been spotted at a Miami courthouse where a grand jury has been hearing from witnesses.
Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
DeSantis defends flying migrants to California
Ron DeSantis is defending his state's decision to fly migrants from the southern border to California.
Biden vetoes bill to cancel student debt relief
President Joe Biden vetoed legislation Wednesday that would have repealed his plan to forgive student debt.
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Americans getting tired of tipping culture
According to a Bankrate.com survey, tipping has steadily declined over the last several years
Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Cars, credit cards top US consumer complaints
The Consumer Federation of America handled nearly 600,000 complaints in 2022
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Bed Bath & Beyond is shutting its doors in June. Here's what this means for consumers.
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Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says
Study found some people may be using it at dangerously high levels
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
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Jim sits down with two Miami Herald reporters about the paper's ongoing investigation of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
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76th Annual Tony Awards to air live Sunday, June 11 on CBS and Paramount+
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
Disney lawsuit judge removes himself from case but not for reasons cited by DeSantis
A federal judge overseeing the First Amendment lawsuit that Walt Disney Parks filed against Gov. Ron DeSantis and others is disqualifying himself, but not because of bias claims made by the Florida governor.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Al Pacino, 83, is expecting a baby with girlfriend Noor Alfallah
The Oscar winner will now be a father for the fourth time.