Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in court, dies at 88
Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.
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Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.
Jack Russell, the frontman of rock band Great White who survived the 2003 Station Nightclub Fire in Rhode Island, has died.
A swam of dragonflies took over Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island this weekend.
RMS Titanic Inc. plans to use remotely operated vehicles to capture high-resolution images of the famed shipwreck.
A critically endangered right whale was spotted with rope in its mouth off Block Island.
The northeastern portion of the United States is ringing in the first weekend of spring with wet and wintry weather.
A Rhode Island man is talking about the scary drive to work Friday morning, when a tornado lifted his car off the ground.
Federal prosecutors say a Connecticut man was given nearly $300,000 in fraudulent Home Depot credit by walking into stores in several states, taking expensive doors and then returning them without a receipt.
If you catch the latest national tour of "Annie," you're in for a treat — the original director and lyricist is running the show. That's like drinking real Coke after years of only having New Coke.
Theatergoers who check out "Beautiful" on tour won't get to see Tony winner Jessie Mueller but they may get the next best thing — someone with her DNA.
A brief look at five of the best honeymoon destinations on the East Coast
The family of a man who suffered brain damage after he was allegedly punched by a bouncer has announced the owners of the now defunct Cameo night club on South Beach have paid a $5 million settlement.
CVS stores are getting a health and beauty makeover along with a shot of ethnic diversity meant to attract more customers.
A bouncer arrested for allegedly beating a tourist unconscious bailed out of jail Saturday.
Miami Beach police have arrested a South Florida nightclub security guard who allegedly beat a tourist unconscious.
Police in Miami Beach are trying to determine how a man was struck in the face causing him to fall and fracture his skull.
Yunior Rosete of Aventura finished in 1 hour, 57 minutes and 15.95 seconds Saturday. Kate Bruck of East Greenwich posted a time of 2:19:24.23.
Customers of Georgia's Peach Pass system traveling Florida's Turnpike during the Thanksgiving holiday were advised, via electronic message boards, to take the "SunPass-only" lane.
A company is recalling crab meat they sold to several states after finding it was contaminated.
There was an unusual walking tour in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday night -- a tour of sea level rise.
A special photo shoot was held Monday at Miami International Airport—all in the name of making one little boy's birthday wish come true.
Minimum wage workers have something to be happy about for the New Year.
From the East Coast to the West Coast, recycling is a big issue for local governments.
When he wasn't up in Rhode Island, reputed mob boss Louis "Baby Shacks" Manocchio, 83, spent time in South Florida.
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
Authorities say more than 150 fake designer items were seized as part of Operation Safe Holidays.
Kimali Stephen traveled to Montego Bay to find her 85‑year‑old father alive after two weeks of silence.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
City memo limits waivers and inspections as residents push for quieter nights downtown.
Authorities say more than 150 fake designer items were seized as part of Operation Safe Holidays.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Kimali Stephen traveled to Montego Bay to find her 85‑year‑old father alive after two weeks of silence.
Miami Art Week 2025 delivers a full slate of installations, exhibitions and events across Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and beyond.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
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 American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Florida's Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state's coast.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC is believed to be a Trump supporter and has been speaking with investigators, multiple sources told CBS News.
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Jim DeFede investigates the millions of dollars in state funding cuts for meal programs across South Florida.
Jim DeFede interviews Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins, who is mulling a run for governor in 2026.
Jim DeFede talks with Randi Weingarten about the warning bell she rings in her new book, "Why Fascists Fear Teachers."
Jim DeFede talks with Bryan Calvo, the newly elected mayor of Hialeah.
Jim DeFede interviews Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, who just announced he's running for governor in 2026.
Experts say the original warnings from more than 20 years ago were based on outdated information and were "overly broad."
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
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.
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.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.