Lizzo faces new lawsuit by ex-employee alleging harassment, bullying
Asha Daniels says she faced racial and sexual harassment, disability discrimination and bullying. Hours after the suit was filed, Lizzo received a humanitarian award.
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Lawsuit filed over Google Maps after man drove off a collapsed bridge
The family of a man who died after driving his car off a collapsed bridge in North Carolina while allegedly following directions using Google Maps is suing the company.
Ex-Miami Gardens police major claims she was fired for blowing whistle on bad behavior
A former Miami Gardens police major has filed a lawsuit against the city and its police chief.
Judge moves to dismiss lawsuit on controversial proposal to build water park near Zoo Miami
On Friday, a judge moved to dismiss a lawsuit revolving around the controversial proposal to build a water park on Zoo Miami property.
Narrowed Disney lawsuit moves forward
After U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor found a procedural problem with an earlier attempt, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts on Thursday filed a narrowed lawsuit that alleges the company's First Amendment rights were violated by the state for voicing opposition to a 2022 law.
Disney seeks to amend lawsuit against DeSantis to focus on free speech
"CFTOD's new powers and composition ... are being used to punish Disney for expressing a political view," entertainment giant said.
Disney narrows lawsuit against Florida
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts moved Friday to narrow a federal lawsuit that alleges state officials unconstitutionally retaliated against the company because of its opposition to a 2022 law that restricted instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.
Deal over Florida's redistricting plan could lead to restoration of Black-dominant district
Voting rights groups have agreed to narrow their lawsuit against state officials over a Florida redistricting plan championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Judge denies request to block Florida law making it a crime to drive people in the US illegally
Civil rights groups asked a federal judge to stop Florida officials from enforcing a section of a new state immigration law that criminalizes transporting someone who has entered the United States unlawfully.
Biden's student loan policies facing legal challenges
Two conservative groups are asking a federal court to block the Biden administration's plan to cancel $39 billion in student loans for more than 800,000 borrowers.
Lizzo responds to sexual harassment, hostile work claims
Lizzo said claims that she criticized dancers over their weight and pushed them to engage with nude performers in Amsterdam are "sensationalized stories."
Former Lizzo dancers accuse her of sexual harassment
Three dancers allege in a lawsuit that the Grammy-winning singer subjected them to an "overtly sexual" and hostile work environment.
Trump's defamation suit against CNN over 'the Big Lie' dismissed in Florida
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit Donald Trump filed against CNN.
Black mayor files federal lawsuit against town in wake of election
Patrick Braxton said that the "minority White residents ... long accustomed to exercising total control over the government, refused to accept his election as mayor.
DOJ won't support shielding Trump in original E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
The lawsuit has remained active and has yet to go to trial.
State Rep. Fabian Basabe avoids questions from reporters
CBS News Miami's Joe Gorchow attended a Sunny Isles meeting where State Rep. Fabian Basabe attended. He avoided questions from reporters.
Judge limits Biden administration's contact with social media companies
A lawsuit alleged the federal government overstepped in its efforts to convince social media companies to address postings that could result in vaccine hesitancy or affect elections.
Widow of slain Haitian president files lawsuit against suspects seeking trial and damages
Attorneys for the widow of slain Haitian President Jovenel Moïse have filed a lawsuit in Florida against those accused in the assassination.
US judge blocks Florida ban on trans minor care in narrow ruling, says 'gender identity is real'
A federal judge is temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers.
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.
Burger King to pay $8 million to customer who slipped and fell
Florida Burger King will pay millions to a customer who alleges he injured his back in the restaurant's bathroom.
Orlando restaurant suing state, Gov. DeSantis over new drag show law
A popular Orlando restaurant that regularly features drag shows has filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis less than a week after he signed a bill targeting drag performances.
Tiger Woods' ex-girlfriend told to follow NDA in $30 million legal battle
Tiger Woods' ex-girlfriend Erica Herman wanted to quash a nondisclosure agreement she purportedly signed by saying the golf superstar had committed sexual harassment against her.
Disney asks judge to toss DeSantis-appointed board's lawsuit
Disney is asking a state judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a governing board appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to oversee Disney World.
Trump rejects last chance to testify at New York civil trial
Longtime advice columnist E. Jean Carroll has accused Trump of raping her in a luxury department store dressing room in 1996.
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House passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
The House passed a bill to fund the government for 45 days, to avert government shutdown hours before it was to go into effect. The Senate will now take up the measure.
Supreme Court to hear cases on guns, online speech, agency power in new term
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Families take to the road for "world schooling"
Known loosely as "world-schoolers," families are traveling for brief periods, while others open schools and remain on the road for months – or years – at a time to educate their children.
Man fatally shot outside of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Police are investigating what led to a man getting fatally shot outside the resort early Saturday morning.
Man injured in apparent accidental shooting in Tamarac
BSO is investigating the circumstances of the incident.
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House passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
The House passed a bill to fund the government for 45 days, to avert government shutdown hours before it was to go into effect. The Senate will now take up the measure.
Supreme Court to hear cases on guns, online speech, agency power in new term
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Families take to the road for "world schooling"
Known loosely as "world-schoolers," families are traveling for brief periods, while others open schools and remain on the road for months – or years – at a time to educate their children.
Man fatally shot outside of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Police are investigating what led to a man getting fatally shot outside the resort early Saturday morning.
Watch live: State of Emergency in effect as storm brings flooding, damage to New York City and beyond
Mayor Eric Adams asked New York City residents to shelter in place temporarily as the storm flooded subways and roads.
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U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
Florida school board reverses decision nixing access to children's book about male penguins
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay law, a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
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House passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
The House passed a bill to fund the government for 45 days, to avert government shutdown hours before it was to go into effect. The Senate will now take up the measure.
Supreme Court to hear cases on guns, online speech, agency power in new term
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Donald Trump expects to attend start of New York civil trial Monday
Former President Donald Trump expects to attend at least the first day of the civil trial pitting him and the Trump Organization against New York Attorney General Letitia James.
IRS contractor accused of disclosing Trump's tax returns
IRS contractor Charles Littlejohn was charged with disclosing tax return information of a high-ranking government official and "thousands of the nation's wealthiest people."
Judge rejects bid by 3 Trump co-defendants in Georgia case to move trials
The three argued they had acted as federal officials when they voted for Trump as electors for the Republican party in Georgia in December 2020 and were entitled to have their cases moved to federal court.
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Beware of price gouging and scams in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Some less scrupulous individuals are out to make a quick buck at the expense of those who are experiencing hardship during natural disasters like Hurricane Idalia.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left a federal courtroom in handcuffs Friday when a judge revoked his bail after concluding that the fallen cryptocurrency wiz had repeatedly tried to influence witnesses against him.
It's iced coffee season all year long now
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FDA approves OTC birth control pill
U.S. officials approve first over-the-counter birth control pill, a move that will broaden access for women and teens, the Associated Press reports.
Avoiding compulsive shopping on Amazon Prime Day
For many, it can be fun waiting for the next lightning deal or scooping up things you want at crazy sale prices. But for others, it's not fun at all.
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Women less likely to receive timely treatment for heart attacks
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
South Florida family aims to raise awareness of sickle cell anemia
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and while those who have it often report being in pain, millions have the trait and don't even know it
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Protect your important documents and valuables with the best safes in 2023
These top-rated safes can help protect your most precious items.
We're obsessed with these Amazon air fryer deals ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
We've found an air fryer for a whopping 56% off ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day deals.
Apple Watch price tracker: When to buy the Apple Watch 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and more
Here's when you'll find the best price on the Apple Watch 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Best refrigerators in 2023
Ready for a new smart refrigerator that can do it all? All of our best refrigerator picks are on sale now.
The best Halloween lawn decorations in 2023, including the viral big skeleton
Already thinking about Halloween? Get these lawn decorations in time for spooky season.
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Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: Florida COVID Concerns
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede interviews former Florida surgeon general Dr. Scott Rivkees for his opinion.
Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: One-on-One with State Rep. Danny Perez
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with the next Speaker of the Florida House on a number of issues and policies.
PART TWO: Facing South Florida for Aug 20: Back to School with the Superintendents
Jim also interviews the presidents of the Broward and Miami-Dade teacher unions about educators' concerns
Facing South Florida: Broward, Miami-Dade superintendents
Jim's exclusive interview with Peter Licata and Jose Dotres
State Attorney Monique Worrell Suspended
Guest: Christian Ziegler, Republican Party of Florida Chair
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Dee Valladares talks about her time on 'Survivor 45'
Miami native and entrepreneur Dee Valladares was all in from day one of shooting "Survivor 45."
Black musician accused of trafficking his own children aboard American Airlines flight
Black musician David Ryan Harris says that he was accused of trafficking his own children by a flight attendant on an American Airlines flight two weeks ago.