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Florida legislators unanimously passed Senate Bill 168 – the Tristin Murphy Act. It is designed to reform how mentally ill people like Tristin Murphy are treated in the state's criminal justice system by offering them treatment rather than prison.
Tristin Murphy was a 37-year-old schizophrenic when he was sent to a prison on a littering charge. A little more than a month later he killed himself with a chainsaw.
"I'm euphoric, I'm so excited," said Cindee Murphy, moments after the vote. "It was just amazing."
The bill is the direct result of the 2023 CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy.
Nationwide, more than nine million veterans get physical or mental health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
Robert Bailey, whose daughter Kennedy took her own life, says with all the pressures from society and social media, some young people may need help with their mental health.
Fort Lauderdale Lt. Andrew Masters opens up about his mental health journey to help break the stigma.
Lt. Andrew Masters opens up about his mental health journey to help break the stigma.
The most sought-after gifts for adults this year might be in the kids' toy aisle. Here's why toys are sparking joy among older generations.
Mental health support groups are seeing a growing network of peers ready to serve people through an underused resource.
Mental health support groups are seeing a growing network of peers ready to serve people through an underused resource.
The grieving mother, Mona Clarke, spoke out at the event held at North Beach Park.
Tony Perini moved to South Florida a year after the war.
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts.
Carolyn Acosta is on a mission to raise awareness about the mental health struggles many first responders face in silence.
In the wake of her husband's death by suicide, Carolyn Acosta is on a mission to raise awareness about the mental health struggles many first responders face in silence.
A groundbreaking mental health facility is close to opening in Miami-Dade County. It will assist those with severe mental illness in the criminal justice system.
CBS News Miami's Najahe Sherman reports on a new mental health facility about to open in Miami-Dade.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede discusses the latest update with Miami-Dade County Judge Steve Leifman and county Commissioner Raquel Regalado.
Jessyka Castillo is making "Miami Proud" with something that evolved from her own mental health struggles.
Chelsea Jones reports Jessyka Castillo, who founded an athleisure wear line, improved her mental health by making changes in her life.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
A recent Gallup survey shows global loneliness impacts more than 1 in 5 people worldwide, which can lead to serious health concerns. A psychiatrist discusses how you can combat this issue.
FSU President Richard McCullough shared that classes and business operations will resume on April 21, acknowledging that it wouldn't feel like a "normal week" for many students and staff.
Benjamin Cremaschi scored on a diving header in the 30th minute and Inter Miami beat the Columbus Crew 1-0 in a matchup between the lone remaining undefeated teams in Major League Soccer.
Scouten explains how he and his husband make their journey through the unknown after his diagnosis.
CBS News Miami has found out that the life of a caregiver can be very demanding and difficult.
Ask any caregiver, and they will tell you life is stressful taking care of someone with Parkinson's.
FSU President Richard McCullough shared that classes and business operations will resume on April 21, acknowledging that it wouldn't feel like a "normal week" for many students and staff.
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
Benjamin Cremaschi scored on a diving header in the 30th minute and Inter Miami beat the Columbus Crew 1-0 in a matchup between the lone remaining undefeated teams in Major League Soccer.
Scouten explains how he and his husband make their journey through the unknown after his diagnosis.
CBS News Miami has found out that the life of a caregiver can be very demanding and difficult.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
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.
That the talks are even happening represents a historic moment, given the decades of enmity between the two countries.
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
In its lawsuit, the ACLU described how one woman had her passport returned with a male designation while others are too scared to submit their passports because they fear their applications might be suspended and their passports held by the State Department.
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
The former lieutenant governor sat down with "Facing South Florida" for her first interview since becoming FIU's interim president.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to taking an up-close look at President Donald Trump's first month in office.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to the immigration bill DeSantis signed and the tumultuous events leading up to it.
Jim talks to Republican State Senator Blaise Ingoglia, who has been in the immigration battle from the beginning.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
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Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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.
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
David Beckham says Miami has become his second home, reflecting on his love for the city, his soccer ventures, and new wellness brand.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."