Coast Guard spots endangered whales off Louisiana
Officers encountered three massive Rice's whales, one of the most endangered whale species on the planet. There are likely fewer than 100 remaining.
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How off-site gun storage can save lives — a veteran's story
More than half of all U.S. gun deaths are suicides — and suicide by gun is even more frequent among veterans.
5th Circuit softens limits on Biden admin contact with social media platforms
A federal appeals court has significantly eased a lower court's order curbing Biden administration communications with social media companies.
Rare pink dolphins spotted swimming in Louisiana
The man who came across the dolphins has been fishing in the area for decades, but says "nothing like this" has ever emerged.
Larry Nassar was stabbed over lewd comment, source says
An inmate allegedly attacked Nassar in his cell with a makeshift weapon, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Prosecutors: Man accidentally recorded himself plotting wife's kidnapping
After Schanda Handley's abduction, she found video recordings made by her estranged husband, Michael Handley, that authorities said show him planning the whole thing.
Dolphins rescued after nearly 2 years of being stranded
Officials believe the mother and her calf became stranded in the Grand Isles pond system when Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana as a Category 4 storm in August 2021.
Louisiana man arrested in connection with the shooting of a 14-year-old girl while she was playing hide-and-seek
he incident happened early Sunday in the small town of Starks, Louisiana, near the Texas state line.
High school senior graduating two years early offered admission at more than 170 colleges, $9M in scholarships
Dennis Maliq Barnes, a 16-year-old senior at International High School of New Orleans, told CNN he wasn't initially looking to set any records.
Florida girls who stole a parent's car to meet somebody online are safe at home
The girls traveled more than 400 miles to meet who they believed to be a teenager, though their identity is still unknown.
Florida Senate passes 6-week abortion ban backed by DeSantis
The Florida Senate has approved a bill to ban abortions after six weeks.
Dramatic video shows Coast Guard rescuing man who went overboard on cruise
The man was last seen on board the ship on Wednesday night and was reported missing Thursday morning.
Boaters fending off sharks rescued by Coast Guard "in the nick of time"
A Coast Guard boat crew saw two of the people fending off sharks, and both of them had injured hands.
Hurricanes Ida, Katrina Devastate Southeast Louisiana 16 Years Apart
Hurricane Ida and Katrina made landfall in southeastern Louisiana 16 years apart to the day and while both storms have similarities there are differences. But both were extremely dangerous storms.
South Florida Donations Headed To Hurricane Struck Louisiana
Donations are on their way from South Florida to Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Ida.
Hurricane Ida Intensifies As It Barrels Towards New Orleans
Ida intensified with the latest advisory. It is expected to make landfall in Louisiana as a powerful Category 3 or Category 4 storm on Sunday night.
Florida Coronavirus Update: Gov. Ron DeSantis Orders Louisiana Travelers To Self-Isolate
Travelers coming to Florida from Louisiana will have to self-isolate for two weeks as New Orleans joins the list of COVID-19 hotspots.
Tracking The Tropics: Barry Weakens To Tropical Depression Over Northwestern Louisiana
Tropical Storm Barry weakened to a tropical depression on Sunday, but the storm still brings life-threatening flooding rains to parts of Louisiana.
Brain-Eating Amoeba Found In Louisiana Water System
A potentially deadly brain-eating amoeba has been found again in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.
Homeless Man Gets Year Of Free Wings After Finding Rude Note On Check
A Buffalo Wild Wings in Louisiana is stepping up to help the local homeless after one of their servers allegedly left a vulgar note on a customer's receipt.
Kids Praised For Stopping Game, Kneeling For Funeral Procession
A group of young men in Louisiana weren't seeking any attention during their pickup basketball game, however a small sign of respect has made them social media stars.
1 Officer Fired, 1 Suspended In Alton Sterling's Deadly Shooting
A Louisiana police chief said Friday he has fired the white officer who fatally shot a black man during a struggle outside a convenience store nearly two years ago, a killing that set off widespread protests.
Hurricane Nate Approaching Mouth Of Mississippi River
The center of Hurricane Nate is approaching the Mississippi River as tropical storm conditions spread onshore in southeastern Louisiana.
Judge: Black Lives Matter Is A Movement That Can't Be Sued
A federal judge has ruled that Black Lives Matter is a social movement that can't be sued over an officer's injuries sustained during a protest in Baton Rouge last year.
Louisiana Braces For Harvey's Wrath 12 Years After Katrina
Southwest Louisiana balanced on a knife's edge Tuesday as Tropical Storm Harvey threatened to inundate the region with potentially disastrous flooding 12 years after Hurricane Katrina made landfall in the state.
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Mom, son accused of beating, robbing Hialeah woman of $800K in jewelry
The victim of a brazen heist is speaking out about the robbery and beating she suffered.
Fort Lauderdale mayor to introduce plan to address stormwater infrastructure
In Wednesday night's State of the City Address, Mayor Trantalis plans to introduce the "Fortify Lauderdale" plan — it has elements that address stormwater infrastructure in 17 neighborhoods, including Edgewood.
Florida Supreme Court parses controversial protest law
Attorneys for Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Jacksonville sheriff on Wednesday told the Florida Supreme Court that innocent bystanders and peaceful protesters are not threatened by a controversial 2021 law that seeks to crack down on protests that turn violent.
Florida targets abandoned, damaged boats
Wildlife officials want to speed up the process of removing abandoned and storm-damaged boats from state waters, while complimenting residents for efforts to secure vessels ahead of Hurricane Idalia.
Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
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Mom, son accused of beating, robbing Hialeah woman of $800K in jewelry
The victim of a brazen heist is speaking out about the robbery and beating she suffered.
Florida law known as the "Homeowners' Association Bill of Rights" takes effect
The Florida law known as the "Homeowners' Association Bill of Rights" took effect on October 1st.
Fort Lauderdale mayor to introduce plan to address stormwater infrastructure
In Wednesday night's State of the City Address, Mayor Trantalis plans to introduce the "Fortify Lauderdale" plan — it has elements that address stormwater infrastructure in 17 neighborhoods, including Edgewood.
Florida Supreme Court parses controversial protest law
Attorneys for Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Jacksonville sheriff on Wednesday told the Florida Supreme Court that innocent bystanders and peaceful protesters are not threatened by a controversial 2021 law that seeks to crack down on protests that turn violent.
Florida targets abandoned, damaged boats
Wildlife officials want to speed up the process of removing abandoned and storm-damaged boats from state waters, while complimenting residents for efforts to secure vessels ahead of Hurricane Idalia.
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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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Record number of Venezuelans crossed U.S. border in September
Approximately 50,000 migrants from crisis-stricken Venezuela crossed the U.S.-Mexico border unlawfully last month, a monthly record.
Who could replace Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House?
Two candidates — Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana and Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio — have already thrown their hats into the ring.
Biden admin is forgiving $9 billion in debt for 125,000 Americans
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
In fresh line of attack, DeSantis warns voters that Trump will "sell you out"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis followed up by taking shot after shot at the former president. He challenged Trump to a one-on-one debate.
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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
Cold drinks are hotter than ever
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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Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
Kaiser Permanente workers launch massive strike over staffing and pay
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers represents the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
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.
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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.
How to watch today's Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills game: Starting time, channel, livestream options, more
The Buffalo Bills host the undefeated Miami Dolphins in what could be the NFL game of the weekend.
Protect your important documents and valuables with the best safes in 2023
These top-rated safes can help protect your most precious items.
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.
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Facing South Florida for Oct. 1 : COVID in Florida
COVID concerns are rising, along with deaths and hospitalizations from the virus, and Florida leads the way.
Facing South Florida for Oct. 1: One-on-One with State Sen. Joe Gruters
Jim DeFede interviews State Senator Joe Gruters in the aftermath of the second GOP Presidential candidate debate.
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
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Tom Hanks: Don't fall for "AI version of me" promoting dental plan
"BEWARE!! There's a video out there promoting some dental plan with an AI version of me," Hanks wrote on Instagram.
Late-night talk shows coming back following end of writers strike
They were the first shows to leave the air when the writers strike began May 2 and now will be among the first to return.
Disney, DeSantis legal fights ratchet up as company demands documents from Florida governor
The legal fights between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis ratcheted up this week.
Disney World government will give employees stipend after backlash for taking away park passes
Facing backlash, Walt Disney World's governing district will pay a stipend to employees whose free passes and discounts to the theme park resort were eliminated under a policy made by a new district administrator and board members who are allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
"Taylor Swift Effect" boosts ticket sales for Chiefs-Jets game
Fans don't yet know if Taylor Swift will watch Travis Kelce play the Jets on Oct. 1 – but they're apparently scooping up tickets, just in case.