Florida Teacher Accused Of Hitting Student With Broomstick Arrested
A now former St. Lucie County teacher was arrested after a cellphone video showed her hitting a 6th-grade student with what appeared to be part of a broomstick.
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Police: Florida Man Kills 2 People, 2 Dogs, Himself At Home
A man reportedly shot and killed two people, and two dogs, inside a Port St. Lucie home before turning the gun on himself.
Driverless Boat Spun Into Circles Before Slamming Into St. Lucie River Dock
A driverless boat spun in several circles before slamming into a dock in the St. Lucie River.
Florida Man, Dog Attacked By Alligator
Quick actions saved the life of a Port St. Lucie man who was attacked by a large alligator while he was out walking his dog.
Police: Florida Dog At Center Of Deadly Dispute Euthanized
A Florida dog at the center of a neighborhood dispute that left three people dead on Monday has been euthanized, police said.
St. Lucie County Sheriff: Burglary Suspect Fatally Shot By Deputy
St. Lucie County Sheriff Ken Mascara says a burglary suspect was fatally shot after pointing a gun at a deputy.
Florida Man Accused Of Setting Woman's House On Fire After Dispute
A Florida man reportedly set a fire in a woman's home after a dispute.
Florida Woman Arrested, Accused Of Killing Her Daughter & Stepfather
Police in Southern Florida have arrested a woman suspected of killing her 8-year-old daughter and stepfather.
Body Of Missing 4-Year-Old Found In A Pond
The desperate search for a missing little girl came to a tragic end in Port St. Lucie.
Tim Tebow Homers In 2nd Game With Mets' St Lucie Farm Team
Tebow Time arrived in Port St. Lucie in a big way on Wednesday.
Tebow Back In Florida Not Looking Ahead, Focusing One Day At A Time
Look out Florida…it's Tebow time once again.
Teens Accused Of Blowing Money On Jewelry, Cars And Teeth
A half a dozen teens are accused of going on a spending spree after burglarizing a home and stealing a pricey ride along with home owner's life savings.
Port St. Lucie Man Pleads Guilty To Coercing Child Porn
A Port St. Lucie man, who pleaded guilty last week to federal child pornography charges, is facing a possible life sentence when he's sentenced this June.
VIDEO: Florida Man's Car Bursts Into Flames, He Blames Samsung Phone
- A man's car went up in flames on a Port St. Lucie street Tuesday evening - something he's blaming on his phone.
Gun Shop Owner On Orlando Killer: "I Am Sorry He Picked My Place."
The owner of a Port St. Lucie gun shop where Omar Mateen purchased two of the guns used in the deadly mass shooting at an Orlando nightclub says he wishes he had not chosen his shop.
Florida Recoups Some Money From Failed Video Effects Studio
This summer Florida should begin receiving payments from bankruptcy settlement it reached with failed digital effects company.
Two Fantasy 5 Jackpot Winners, Lotto Jackpot Rolls To $41 Million
A couple of Florida Lottery players are having a very happy Super Bowl Sunday.
Deputies: Man Arrested After Drugs, Explosives Found In Home
Authorities have arrested a New Jersey fugitive after they said they discovered drugs and explosive materials at a Port St. Lucie home.
Man Set On Fire In Fight Over Bar Tab, Suspect At Large
A fight over a bar tab in Port St. Lucie ended with a man rushed to a burn unit in Miami.
Lawmakers To Consider Expunging Juvenile Records
As Florida's legislative session gets underway next week, some lawmakers are calling for measures to help teens move on after paying their dues in the juvenile-justice system.
Man Dies Two Days After Rescue From Sinking Car
Days after an elderly man was rescued after driving his car into a Port Saint Lucie lake, police said he died.
FAU, Premed Student Rescues Elderly Man From Sinking Car
Bystanders filmed as a South Florida student rescued an elderly man inside a sinking car at a Port Saint Lucie lake.
Frank Esposito Jr. Wins Senior PGA Pro
Frank Esposito Jr. won the Senior PGA Professional National Championship on Sunday, closing with a 1-under 71 for a four-stroke victory.
Man Tries To Steal Chainsaw By Sticking It Down His Pants
A man faces grand theft and burglary charges after he reportedly tried to steal a chainsaw from a Port St. Lucie store by sticking it down his pants.
First Lady To Campaign For Crist In Miami-Dade, Orlando
First lady Michelle Obama will be making two campaign appearances in Florida Friday to help support Democratic gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist.
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Police make arrest in Miami Beach shooting where robber got away with just $1
Ranier Figueroa has been charged with attempted murder and armed robbery.
Republican Candidates running in District 23
It's a new look for US Congressional District 23, it stretches up the coast from Fort Lauderdale to Boca Raton and covers much of North Broward and South Palm Beach.
DeSantis announces 20 arrests for voter fraud
DeSantis said most of the individuals were in Miami-Dade and Broward
Democratic candidates running for Congressional District 23
It's a crowded primary field with 6 candidates.
FIU's Luke Knox, brother of Buffalo Bills TE Dawson Knox, dies at 22
He was hospitalized Wednesday evening and passed away that night.
Judge appears willing to unveil some of Mar-a-Lago affidavit
The hearing was convened Thursday after several news organizations sought to unseal additional records.
Honor Guard to line path for Miami-Dade Detective Cesar Echaverry
Echaverry was shot Monday while trying to arrest a suspect tied to an armed robbery.
Lawsuits target Florida 'woke' law pushed by Gov. DeSantis
Law restricts race-based conversation and analysis in business and education
People with COVID-19 have higher risk of developing neurological conditions
Researchers found an increased risk of developing conditions for up to two years after COVID-19 infection
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Police make arrest in Miami Beach shooting where robber got away with just $1
Ranier Figueroa has been charged with attempted murder and armed robbery.
Republican Candidates running in District 23
It's a new look for US Congressional District 23, it stretches up the coast from Fort Lauderdale to Boca Raton and covers much of North Broward and South Palm Beach.
DeSantis announces 20 arrests for voter fraud
DeSantis said most of the individuals were in Miami-Dade and Broward
Democratic candidates running for Congressional District 23
It's a crowded primary field with 6 candidates.
FIU's Luke Knox, brother of Buffalo Bills TE Dawson Knox, dies at 22
He was hospitalized Wednesday evening and passed away that night.
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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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Republican Candidates running in District 23
It's a new look for US Congressional District 23, it stretches up the coast from Fort Lauderdale to Boca Raton and covers much of North Broward and South Palm Beach.
DeSantis announces 20 arrests for voter fraud
DeSantis said most of the individuals were in Miami-Dade and Broward
A look at the Republican candidates in District 23 race
On the Republican side, it's a crowded primary field with 7 candidates. Six of those candidates agreed to talk to CBS4.
US Magistrate deciding what should be released in former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago search affidav
The hearing was convened Thursday after several news organizations sought to unseal additional records.
Democratic candidates running for Congressional District 23
It's a crowded primary field with 6 candidates.
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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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People with COVID-19 have higher risk of developing neurological conditions
Researchers found an increased risk of developing conditions for up to two years after COVID-19 infection
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.
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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