School lockdown drills have become common — experts say they could be better
Before the Columbine High School shooting, schools prepared for fires and natural disasters. After the 1999 massacre, states enacted lockdown and active shooter drills.
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Before the Columbine High School shooting, schools prepared for fires and natural disasters. After the 1999 massacre, states enacted lockdown and active shooter drills.
She met with families who lost loved ones in the Parkland shooting in 2018.
Hixon is one of 17 who was murdered at the hands of a gunman who unleashed a barrage of bullets at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Valentine's Day 2018.
The family of a teen murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School launched a campaign to lambast lawmakers who oppose tighter gun regulations
As South Florida marks six years since a gunman killed 17 students and staff at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, CBS News Miami is examining how security has changed on Broward school campuses.
As South Florida marks six years since a gunman killed 17 students and staff at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, CBS News Miami is examining how security has changed on Broward school campuses.
There will be a community commemoration at Pine Trails Park in Parkland early this evening
Wednesday marks six years since the Parkland massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School but for many of the families, it seems like it was just yesterday.
Wednesday marks six years since the Parkland massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School but for many of the families, it seems like it was just yesterday.
The comments came two days after the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee approved a bill that would reverse an age requirement included in a school safety law that passed after the 2018 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
Its future remains in doubt as the proposal has not been filed in the Senate.
The 1200 building where the shooting took place on February 14, 2018, in which 17 people were killed and 17 others were injured has remained untouched.
Scot Peterson IS accused of failing to intervene during the school shooting
CBS News Miami's Betty Nguyen is speaking exclusively with former Parkland school shooting judge Elizabeth Scherer for the first time since the end of the trial.
Elizabeth Scherer presided over the death penalty trial for the Parkland school shooter is speaking publicly for the first time about the case.
Anchor Betty Nguyen joins Jim DeFede to preview her exclusive interview with the judge in the Parkland murder trial.
Legal team representing Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson asked a judge to dismiss the lawsuit brought by the victims' families and survivors
The legal team representing Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson asked a judge to dismiss the lawsuit brought by the victims' families and survivors.
The Marjory Stoneman Douglass High School Marching Band, known as the "Eagle Regiment" played their hearts out during Thursday's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.
Following the tour, there will be a school safety roundtable at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs
They claim the US government put Second Amendment gun rights over their son's right to live
Five years after the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the Lewiston shooting is a painful flashback for South Florida, especially for Parkland parents.
People from across the country joined them to learn from the mistakes that happened on that horrific day.
It's not even Halloween yet, but one local group of students is already getting ready for Thanksgiving.
Koerber wanted to do something to help people manage their emotions on their own terms
Federal safety officials have concluded that retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was not flying his jet when it crashed last month in North Carolina, killing him and six others.
Frigid temperatures and a dangerous wind chill are headed for South Florida this weekend.
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Starting Feb. 6, all printed tests in multiple languages and interpreter services for oral exams will be removed throughout the state.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Federal safety officials have concluded that retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was not flying his jet when it crashed last month in North Carolina, killing him and six others.
Frigid temperatures and a dangerous wind chill are headed for South Florida this weekend.
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Starting Feb. 6, all printed tests in multiple languages and interpreter services for oral exams will be removed throughout the state.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
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.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is releasing millions more records related to its probe into Jeffrey Epstein.
The investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security, known as Homeland Security Investigations, had been leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
President Trump says he is nominating Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, filling a powerful economic policy role as the president pushes for lower interest rates.
President Trump is threatening Canada with a 50% tariff on any aircraft sold in the U.S., the latest salvo in his trade war with America's northern neighbor as his feud with Prime Minister Mark Carney expands.
The deal comes ahead of the Saturday shutdown deadline, but it will also need the approval of the House, which isn't scheduled to return until Monday — and at least one Republican senator has pushed back.
For more than a year, Gov. Ron DeSantis has said he wants to do away with all homesteaded property taxes, arguing homeowners should not have to pay rent to the government.
Raquel Pacheco said she has "hope" after seeing the worldwide reaction to the video she posted of two Miami Beach police detectives showing up at her house because she had posted a critical comment on Facebook about Miami Beach Mayor Steve Meiner.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
The House's Health Care Facilities & Systems Subcommittee approved the bill which also changes multiple laws and restrictions involving nursing homes, dental hygienists, and registered nurses.
Carlos Migoya announces his retirement as CEO of Jackson Health System after serving the public hospital system for over a decade.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
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.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Rong Niu, known as "Red Panda," fell off her unicycle during her performance at the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final.
"CBS Mornings" reveals Jennifer Jimenez, a longtime high school band director in Miami, is the winner of the prestigious 2026 Music Educator Award.
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."