Sister Of Disgraced Financier Bernie Madoff Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide
The sister of infamous Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff was killed in an apparent murder-suicide.
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Broward Woman Johanna Garcia Accused Of Running Ponzi Scheme
Johanna Garcia, a Broward County woman who owns MJ Capital Funding, is being investigated by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
'That's Past History': Ponzi Scheme Victim Norman Braman On Death Of Bernie Madoff
Bernard Madoff, whose name will forever be linked to financial fraud, died while serving a 150-year sentence in federal prison. He was 82 years old.
'I Feel Stupid': Fort Lauderdale Woman Claims She's Out $50,000 After Being Duped By Accused Ponzi Schemer
A Fort Lauderdale woman is out $50,000 after buying in to what she thought was a solid investment.
Ponzi Schemer Scott Rothstein's Associate Eddy Marin Recaptured After Being On The Run For Years
Authorities have arrested Eddy Marin, a former associate of Ponzi schemer Scott Rothstein.
Federal Judge: West Palm Beach Church Must Return $2 Million From Ponzi Scheme
A West Palm Beach church and its two pastors should be prepared to return $2 million in donations they received from a parishioner who stole the money in a Ponzi scheme, a federal judge ruled.
Palm Beach Church, Pastors Caught Up In Ponzi Scheme Have Assets Frozen
A Palm Beach Church and its pastors caught up in a Ponzi scheme are refusing to turn over near $2 million that federal regulators say belongs to people caught up in the scam.
Miami Police Officer Accused Of Running Ponzi Scheme
Miami Police have arrested one of their own - an officer accused of running a Ponzi scheme.
Ex-Dolphins CB Will Allen Pleads Guilty In Ponzi Scheme Worth Millions
For some people, being a professional athlete making millions of dollars just isn't enough.
'NSync, Backstreet Boys Creator Lou Pearlman Dies In Prison
One of the biggest behind-the-scenes names in pop culture of the late 20th century has passed away.
Palm Beach Man Sentenced For $80 Million Ponzi Scheme
It's 20 years in prison for a Palm Beach County man who bilked investors out of $80 million in a virtual concierge business.
Trial Delayed For Concert Promoter Accused In Ponzi Scam
The federal trial of a former Miami concert promoter, who is accused of running a multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme, has been pushed back.
Ex-Banker Facing Prison Term In $1.2B Florida Ponzi Scam
An ex-banker is facing prison time after pleading guilty in connection to his role in ex-lawyer Scott Rothstein's $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme.
Ex-Adviser Gets 2.5 years In Prison In Rothstein Ponzi Scheme
It was sentencing day for an investment adviser involved in the $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme run by disbarred attorney Scott Rothstein.
Ex-Bank Exec Pleads Guilty In $1.2 Billion Ponzi Scheme
A former bank executive faces up to five years in prison for his role in the billion dollar Ponzi scheme masterminded by one-time Ft. Lauderdale attorney, Scott Rothstein.
Ex-Banker To Plead Guilty In $1.2B Rothstein Ponzi Scheme
An ex-banker in Florida is set to plead guilty for his role in a $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme run by ex-lawyer Scott Rothstein.
Former Dolphins CB Will Allen Indicted On 23 Felonies
Former Miami Dolphins cornerback Will Allen is facing quite a bit of jail time after being indicted on 23 federal felonies.
Trial Date Set For Promoter Accused Of Multi-Million Fraud
A former South Florida concert promoter accused of operating a $300 million fraud scheme is scheduled to go on trial at the end of this year.
Adviser Gets 3+ Years Prison In Rothstein $1.2B Ponzi Scheme
A 71-year-old adviser to a major investor in the $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme operated by Scott Rothstein is going to federal prison for more than three years.
Central Florida Men Sentenced To Prison For Ponzi Scheme
A pair of Central Florida men who bilked investors out of almost $19 million have each been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison
Attorney Gets 18 Months Prison In Rothstein Ponzi Scam
A judge sentenced an attorney to 18 months for his role in a $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme run by disbarred South Florida lawyer Scott Rothstein.
No Bail For Music Promoter Accused Of Multi-Million Dollar Fraud
A federal judge in Miami has refused to grant bail for a former music promoter who is accused of defrauding more than 3,000 investors out of nearly $300 million.
Ethics Commission Charges Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez With Lying
The Miami-Dade County ethics commission charged Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez Wednesday with lying about loans he made to a convicted Ponzi schemer.
Top-Name Music Promoter Charged In $300M Fraud To Face Judge
A former top-name music promoter accused of operating his company as a $300 million Ponzi scheme is set to appear in front of a South Florida judge on Friday.
Former Miami Beach Concert Promoter Faces $300M Ponzi Scheme Charges
A one-time global concert promoter was extradited from Brazil to Miami on Saturday for allegedly committing a $300 million Ponzi scheme.
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Buffalo Bills rout division rival Miami Dolphins 48-20
Josh Allen threw four touchdown passes and ran for a score, and the Buffalo Bills brought Miami's unbeaten start to an emphatic end.
Student loan repayments begin again on October 1. Here's what to know.
Americans with student loan debt will need to begin repaying their loans starting on Sunday after a hiatus of more than three years.
Tim Wakefield, Red Sox knuckleballer, dead at 57
Beloved former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield died at the age of 57, the team announced on Sunday.
Nightclub fire in Murcia, Spain, leaves at least 13 dead
The fire started around 6 a.m. in the popular Teatre nightclub and quickly tore through the venue, according to Spain's state news agency EFE.
McCarthy says his "priority" is border security
Congress passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown that lacked new funding for Ukraine.
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Buffalo Bills rout division rival Miami Dolphins 48-20
Josh Allen threw four touchdown passes and ran for a score, and the Buffalo Bills brought Miami's unbeaten start to an emphatic end.
Student loan repayments begin again on October 1. Here's what to know.
Americans with student loan debt will need to begin repaying their loans starting on Sunday after a hiatus of more than three years.
Tim Wakefield, Red Sox knuckleballer, dead at 57
Beloved former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield died at the age of 57, the team announced on Sunday.
McCarthy says his "priority" is border security
Congress passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown that lacked new funding for Ukraine.
Congress avoids government shutdown but US could face another in 45 days. What that could mean for Florida
A UM political scientist and local lawmakers explain how government shutdowns impact the Sunshine State.
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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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McCarthy says his "priority" is border security
Congress passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown that lacked new funding for Ukraine.
Attorneys for college taken over by DeSantis allies threaten to sue 'alternate' school
Attorneys for New College of Florida, the traditionally progressive public liberal arts college that was taken over by allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis as part of his "war on woke," is threatening to sue a group of former faculty members and students.
McCarthy says "I'll survive" after Gaetz moves to oust him
"I think we need to rip off the Band-Aid," Rep. Matt Gaetz said of his plan to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership role.
Jimmy Carter celebrates 99th birthday
Celebrating the longest-lived U.S. president this way was inconceivable not long ago.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman pulls fire alarm ahead of funding bill vote
In a statement, Bowman said that he was "rushing to make" the vote and "came to a door that is usually open for votes but today would not open."
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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.
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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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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.
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.
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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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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.
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.