Gov. Scott Declares State Of Emergency In Florida Over Puerto Rico Crisis
Florida Governor Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in Florida Monday morning.
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Florida Governor Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in Florida Monday morning.
More than 12 days since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico most residents are still without power, food and clean water remain in short supply.
The recovery effort in Puerto Rico remains challenging ten days after Hurricane Maria hit.
President Donald Trump scoffed at "politically motivated ingrates" on Sunday who have questioned his administration's commitment to assisting Puerto Rico after a pulverizing hurricane and said the federal government had done "a great job with the almost impossible situation."
Family members held on and wouldn't let go.
While Xavier Totti moved to the mainland United States from his native Puerto Rico 43 years ago, he is still asked routinely if he is "legal."
President Donald Trump has fired back at the mayor of Puerto Rico's capital city following criticism of the recovery efforts after Hurricane Maria smashed into the island last week.
"It looked like an apocalyptic scene out there," Alicia Diaz-Soto said. "It was scary."
Florida Governor Rick Scott will meet with President Donald Trump to talk about relief efforts in Puerto Rico as they struggle to recover from Hurricane Maria.
For Manuel Kianes Riviera, his hand are everything as an aircraft maintenance tech for JetBlue in his native Puerto Rico.
Crowds were seen jamming a cruise ship dock, hoping to get a place on board the Royal Caribbean cruise meant to help evacuate people from Puerto Rico.
Former FEMA Dir. David Paulison is keeping tabs on the relief effort in Puerto Rico.
With the devastation in Puerto Rico, South Florida educators are preparing for a huge influx of students.
Money is now even becoming scarce in Puerto Rico as they struggle to recover from Hurricane Maria with little water, food and fuel.
President Donald Trump has waived the 'Jones Act' which restricts shipping to Puerto Rico as it struggles to recover from Hurricane Maria.
Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine arrived in Puerto Rico with thousands of pounds of much-needed supplies as the island struggles to recover from Hurricane Maria.
It's been a week since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico. Most of the island remains without power. Food, medicine, and fuel are running out .
Besides food, water and power, Puerto Rico also needs communication.
President Donald Trump is visiting Puerto Rico which is struggling to recover after Hurricane Maria moved through.
Puerto Rico's main airport is packed to the brim with people trying to get away from the island devastated by Hurricane Maria.
Singer Marc Anthony did not hold back in a message to President Donald Trump.
Volunteers have been working long hours over the past few days as donations pour in to help those affected by Maria in Puerto Rico.
Thousands of pounds of relief items are being flown in to Puerto Rico on Monday to help those in need.
Puerto Rico's governor is calling for more help in dealing with the humanitarian crisis left in the wake of Hurricane Maria.
Donation drives continue throughout South Florida to help victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, as people from the island fly here to escape the harsh conditions back home.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of William Serrano Domenech, 49, for the shooting that killed Raul Aballe, 42.
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has passed 5,000 cases, government data showed, an unprecedented rate of spread that's outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country's remotest regions.
Millions of voters across Florida headed to the polls on Tuesday to make their voices heard in the state primary.
All 16 Florida House incumbents facing primary challengers won Tuesday, while several House members moved closer to seats in the state Senate.
Investigators said Khalil Smith requested a test drive, pushed the salesperson out of the way and then stole the BMW.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of William Serrano Domenech, 49, for the shooting that killed Raul Aballe, 42.
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has passed 5,000 cases, government data showed, an unprecedented rate of spread that's outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country's remotest regions.
The Florida primary has set the stage for November, with nominees now decided in several major races.
The CBS Miami Nat Moore Trophy honors the best high school football player from Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties.
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
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.
The Trump-backed incumbent has struggled to raise money for his reelection bid as the House Ethics Committee investigates numerous allegations against him.
GOP Sen. Ashley Moody and Democratic State Rep. Angie Nixon will face off in November after winning their primaries for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night, the Associated Press projects.
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
A federal appeals court sided with houses of worship from the Quaker, Sikh, and Cooperative Baptist Fellowship religious traditions.
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
The race to see who will be the Democratic nominee to take on Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27 is being closely watched.
On Sunday, Collins spoke about the ruling on this week in South Florida and explained why he believes he is trailing the Republican frontrunner, Byron Donalds.
Months after leaving TV news, Rodriguez is competing against former prosecutor Robin Peguero for the CD-27 nomination.
CBS Miami's Jim DeFede spoke to former Republican State Senator Jeff Brandes, president of the Florida Policy Project, who is behind one of those lawsuits.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
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.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
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Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.