NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
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James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning image of Cartwheel Galaxy
The Cartwheel Galaxy, named for its resemblance to a wagon wheel, is located about 500 million light-years away.
53rd anniversary of the U.S. putting someone on the moon
Fifty-three years ago, on July 20, 1969, NASA spacecraft Apollo 11 landed on the moon with astronauts, one of which was Neil Armstrong.
Tiny spacecraft with big implications for lunar exploration has launched
The mission, called the Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment, and known as CAPSTONE, lifted off the launchpad Tuesday at 5:55 a.m. ET. The CubeSat launched aboard Rocket Lab's Electron rocket from the company's Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand.
Microwave-size spacecraft launches to test new orbit between Earth and the moon
The CubeSat will be the first to test out a unique, elliptical lunar orbit.
Astra rocket fails and two NASA satellites are lost
The failure was a major setback for Astra's small rocket, its fifth launch mishap in seven flights.
NASA Wants To Send Nudes Into Space
The message plan includes representations of DNA, a map of the solar system and illustrations of nude humans waving "hi" – one male and one female.
Stunning Test Images From NASA's New James Webb Space Telescope Impress Astronomers
NASA's new James Webb Space telescope is impressing astronomers with stunning images in the home stretch of testing.
Astronaut On Historic Mission On Her Way To International Space Station
Four astronauts blasted off from the Kennedy Space Center Wednesday morning for a trip to the International Space Station.
First All-Private Mission To Space Back Home After Week Of Delays
The first all-private mission to the International Space Station returned to Earth on Monday after several delays.
First All-Private Mission To Space To Make Another Attempt To Head Home, Weather Permitting
The first all-private mission to the International Space Station is due to begin its return trip Sunday evening after a string of delays dragged the mission out for a week longer than expected because of weather and other inopportune circumstances
Bad Weather Delays Return Of First All-Private SpaceX Astronaut Mission
The return of SpaceX's first all-private astronaut crew from the International Space Station is delayed at least a day.
Russian Cosmonauts Go On Spacewalk Outside ISS To Activate New Robotic Arm
Two Russian cosmonauts went on a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Monday to activate a new robotic arm.
NASA's Dress Rehearsal For Moon Rocket Thwarted By Hydrogen Leak
A hazardous hydrogen fuel leak stopped NASA's latest attempt to fuel its huge moon rocket for a countdown test on Thursday.
NASA Finds Largest Comet Ever Headed Our Way, But Earth Is Not In Danger
The largest comet ever seen, with a nucleus larger than the state of Rhode Island is heading our way, but Earth is in no danger of a "Don't Look Up" situation, astronomers say.
NASA Prepping Psyche Spacecraft For Launch, Will Orbit Asteroid 1.5 Billion Miles Away
A metal-rich asteroid orbiting the sun between Mars and Jupiter may soon have its first visitor from Earth as NASA technicians prepare the Psyche spacecraft to explore it.
NASA's Artemis I Mega Moon Rocket Test Delayed Again
More delays for NASA's prelaunch test for the Artemis I mission to the moon, due to a pair of technical problems that kept stalling a fueling test. Now the dress rehearsal for its mega moon rocket is off until at least this weekend.
NASA Releases Record-Breaking Image From Hubble Space Telescope
On Wednesday, the agency shared an image of the most distant single star the telescope has ever detected.
Lunar Launch Preps Underway At First Rollout Of NASA's Artemis I Moon Rocket
NASA's Artemis I mission is another step closer to its lunar launch. The massive 322-foot-tall stack, which includes NASA's Space Launch System rocket topped by the Orion spacecraft, is being rolled for its testing debut at Kennedy Space Center on Thursday.
NASA Will Send Your Name Around The Moon
Ever dreamed of being an astronaut but were afraid you didn't have 'the right stuff'.
NASA's New Space Telescope Sees 1st Starlight, Takes Selfie
NASA's new space telescope has captured its first starlight and even taken a selfie of its giant, gold mirror.
SpaceX's Elon Musk On Megarocket Starship's 1st Orbital Flight And Mission To Mars
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk spoke for over an hour Thursday night in a hotly anticipated discussion about Starship, a rocket that may one day send humans back to the moon and Mars.
NASA Plans To Retire The International Space Station By 2031 By Crashing It Into The Pacific Ocean
NASA intends to keep operating the International Space Station until the end of 2030, after which the ISS would be crashed into a remote part of the Pacific Ocean known as Point Nemo, according to newly published plans outlining its future.
NASA's Artemis 1 Final Prelaunch Test Delayed Until March
The final prelaunch test of Artemis I, an uncrewed mission serving as the first step of NASA's ambitious program to return humans to the moon, has been delayed until mid-March, according to the agency.
Giant Leap For Man As James Webb Telescope Reaches Final Destination 1 Million Miles Away
The most powerful telescope known to man has reached its final destination.
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Miami-Dade PD Detective Cesar Echaverry has died
"Surrounded by loved ones, Echy succumbed to his injuries after a brief battle for his life," said Freddy Ramirez.
Scientists seek to develop hybrid coral reef off of Miami
Scientists and students from the University of Miami dove into the dark waters a few miles off the shores of Miami this week as part of an effort to develop hybrid reefs.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Doctors investigate Parkland school shooter's qEEG brain scans as trial resumes with jury Monday
The court decided to not show Nikolas Cruz's qEEG's brain scans to the jury.
Fishermen capture "breathtaking" video of great white shark prowling Florida Keys
This happened 18 miles away from Looe Key, where a boy lost his leg to a shark just a few days earlier.
Jake Cronenworth hits grand slam, Padres beat Marlins 10-3
Jake Cronenworth hit a grand slam in the first inning, Ha-Seong Kim also drove in four runs, and the San Diego Padres beat the Miami Marlins 10-3 on Wednesday.
US officials warn of uptick in weapons smuggled to Haiti
U.S. investigators say they have noticed an uptick in the amount and caliber of weapons being smuggled from Florida to Haiti in recent months.
Man dies of bacterial infection due to eating raw oysters at Dania Beach restaurant
The raw oyster was contaminated with the bacteria known as vibrio vulnificus.
In opening statements, prosecutors tell jury R. Kelly had "a hidden side, a dark side"
Prosecutors said Kelly had sex with multiple children – detailing four video tapes including a girl by the name of "Jane" featured in each video.
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Miami-Dade PD Detective Cesar Echaverry has died
"Surrounded by loved ones, Echy succumbed to his injuries after a brief battle for his life," said Freddy Ramirez.
Scientists seek to develop hybrid coral reef off of Miami
Scientists and students from the University of Miami dove into the dark waters a few miles off the shores of Miami this week as part of an effort to develop hybrid reefs.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Doctors investigate Parkland school shooter's qEEG brain scans as trial resumes with jury Monday
The court decided to not show Nikolas Cruz's qEEG's brain scans to the jury.
Fishermen capture "breathtaking" video of great white shark prowling Florida Keys
This happened 18 miles away from Looe Key, where a boy lost his leg to a shark just a few days earlier.
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US officials warn of uptick in weapons smuggled to Haiti
U.S. investigators say they have noticed an uptick in the amount and caliber of weapons being smuggled from Florida to Haiti in recent months.
Weekly Roundup: Florida Gov. DeSantis prosecutes war on 'woke'
About six hours after he was suspended Thursday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Andrew Warren insisted he was still Hillsborough County's top prosecutor — and that the governor was trying to "overthrow" democracy.
Probation for Florida woman who wiped up blood after killing spouse
A Florida woman who was acquitted of murdering her husband, a prominent official at the University of Central Florida, was sentenced Friday to a year of probation for tampering with evidence.
Less smoking hits tobacco settlement revenues
Florida likely will see lower-than-expected revenues from a landmark settlement with the tobacco industry because fewer people are smoking or smokers are cutting back.
Florida surgeons seek changes in 'Brazilian butt lift' restrictions
Members of the Florida medical boards are considering restrictions on "Brazilian butt lifts."
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Barbara Sharief, Lauren Book vying for District 35 spot
The race is on for a spot in the Florida Senate. Senator Lauren Book and former Broward County Mayor Barbara Sharief are vying for a spot to represent District 35 in Broward County.
Pence says he'd "consider" appearing before Jan. 6 committee if asked
"It'd be unprecedented in history for a vice president to be summoned to testify on Capitol Hill," Pence said.
Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
3 Dems run for chance to unseat Republican Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
Democratic primary candidate Annette Taddeo talks District 27 race
The 27th Congressional District figures to be a close race between the Democratic challenger and Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar.
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Average gas price in Florida drops to $3.64
That's down 14 cents from a week earlier and 68 cents from a month earlier, according to AAA.
Florida gas prices dip to five month low
In Miami on Monday, the average was $3.89 a gallon, Fort Lauderdale's average was $3.86.
Baby formula shortage is easing for many, but it still isn't over
Formula availability is not back to normal, but for many families, it's better than it was even a month ago.
Florida's average gas price slip below $4 a gallon
In Miami on Monday, the average was $4.03 a gallon and Fort Lauderdale's average was $4.04
Coral Gables woman out more than $3,000 after scammers trick her using Zelle
Laura Hernandez says this all started when she received a text message from scammers.
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Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
Medical experts urging schools to have plan in case of monkeypox, COVID outbreaks
When it comes to safety protocols, one parent says he's not feeling very confident in the school district.
CDC stats show drowning top cause of death for Florida children ages 1-4
More than 410 people have drowned in Florida pools in the last three years. Nearly half of them were children.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
CDC: Less than 1 in 3 people with health insurance get hepatitis C treatment within year of diagnosis
It's estimated more than 2 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.
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CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors, Viewers Help Family Left Homeless After Fire
CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors and a viewer are stepping up to help a family for the holiday after a blaze ripped through their apartment.
December 13 Deadline To Adopt A Family For The Holidays Is Fast Approaching
Time is running out for you to open your heart and help a family in need this holiday season. Only 16 families left before Monday's deadline for the Neighbors 4 Neighbors Adopt A Family for the Holidays program.
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
Just days before Thanksgiving, Zoila Monzon and her children lost everything when a fire destroyed their Miami apartment.
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Facing South Florida: Back to School
Among the topics of discussion: the teacher shortage, teacher salaries and school safety.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: Democratic Primary for Florida Attorney General - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for Florida Attorney General.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 2
State Senator Annette Taddeo is running against Miami City Commissioner Ken Russell.
Facing South Florida: U.S. Congressional District 27 Democratic Primary - Pt. 1
Jim DeFede focuses on the upcoming Democratic primary for U.S. Congress District 27
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2022 Celebrity Deaths
Celebrities we've lost this year.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Vin Scully, legendary Dodgers broadcaster, dies at age 94
"His voice will always be heard and etched in all of our minds forever," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement.
Taste of the Town: Timeless Italian family recipes with a twist at Luca Osteria
Award-winning Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli's motto is clear "Good pasta, Good people"
State agency targets Wynwood restaurant over drag shows
"Having kids involved in this is wrong," said Gov.DeSantis