Florida lawmakers, ex-Justices back suspended prosecutor
Two friend-of-the-court briefs urge the state Supreme Court to find that Gov. Ron DeSantis exceeded his authority in suspending Monique Worrell
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Florida's "Responsible Fatherhood" effort gears up
A 2022 law directed the Florida Department of Children and Families to contract for the creation of the "Responsible Fatherhood Initiative"
Trump calls DeSantis abortion ban 'a terrible mistake,' sparking anger from some key Republicans
Donald Trump is facing political blowback from within his party for his comments about abortion.
Bill seeks to prevent Florida abortion charges
Democratic Senator Lauren Book filed a bill aimed at preventing women from being charged with crimes after obtaining abortions
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspends Miami Commissioner Alex Diaz de la Portilla
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has suspended Miami City Commissioner Alex Diaz de la Portilla.
Report: DeSantis took undisclosed private flights and lodging
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks about the Washington Post report on "Gov. DeSantis taking undisclosed private flights and lodging."
DeSantis says he does not support criminalizing women who get abortions
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declined to say whether he supports a national abortion ban.
Gov. DeSantis contradicts federal health officials, recommends against new COVID booster
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state's top health official are directly contradicting federal health recommendations and warning residents against the new COVID-19 booster.
DeSantis says Biden's and Trump's ages are a "legitimate concern"
"The presidency is not a job for someone that's 80 years old," DeSantis, a GOP candidate for president, told "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Narrowed Disney lawsuit moves forward
After U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor found a procedural problem with an earlier attempt, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts on Thursday filed a narrowed lawsuit that alleges the company's First Amendment rights were violated by the state for voicing opposition to a 2022 law.
Gov. DeSantis, Florida surgeon general warn against new COVID-19 restrictions, vaccine
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is criticizing efforts across the U.S. to tamp down a recent jump in COVID-19 cases through temporary restrictions or masking.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis confronted
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was confronted Thursday regarding the racially motivated shooting in Jacksonville.
DeSantis pushes back on man who blamed him for Jacksonville shooting deaths: 'That is nonsense'
The man, who first thanked DeSantis for his military service, quickly moved to criticize him.
Gov. DeSantis appoints Moms for Liberty co-founder to state Commission on Ethics
Tina Descovich previously served as president of the Florida Coalition of School Board Members
With 4 months left until the caucus, Ron DeSantis is betting big on Iowa
DeSantis and his allies spent the summer building a grassroots support network in Iowa in hopes of overtaking frontrunner Donald Trump.
Disney seeks to amend lawsuit against DeSantis to focus on free speech
"CFTOD's new powers and composition ... are being used to punish Disney for expressing a political view," entertainment giant said.
Judge: DeSantis' redistricting map in Florida is unconstitutional
A judge says that a Florida redistricting plan pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis violates the state constitution.
DeSantis won't meet with Biden during president's trip to survey Idalia damage
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' office says he has no plans to meet with President Joe Biden when the Democrat flies to Florida this weekend to survey damage from Hurricane Idalia, suggesting that doing so could hinder disaster response because of the logistics involved.
DeSantis won't meet with Biden during president's trip to survey Idalia damage
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' office says he has no plans to meet with President Joe Biden when the Democrat flies to Florida this weekend to survey damage from Hurricane Idalia, suggesting that doing so could hinder disaster response because of the logistics involved.
DeSantis-aligned super PAC asked for $50 million from donors on day of first GOP primary debate
Also asked for $100 million more by the end of March, according to leaked audio obtained by CNN
Gov. DeSantis gives an update on Idalia recovery
Governor DeSantis says power restored to 467,000 customers but 91,000 are still without it.
President Biden, Gov. DeSantis set aside politics in hurricane recovery efforts
Gov. DeSantis said state and federal agencies must work together to help the people in need
Gov. DeSantis gives update on Idalia damage and recovery
DeSantis said that some aspects of recovery could take months
For DeSantis, Hurricane Idalia comes at critical point in his campaign
Natural disasters can be make-or-break moments for governors, especially when they're campaigning for office.
100-year-old tree falls on Florida governor's mansion
The state's first lady said she was inside the mansion with their three children at the time, but no one was hurt.
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Severe weather rolling though South Florida
Expect some heavy rainfall and lightning
City of Fort Lauderdale scammed out of $1.2M phishing attack
The city of Fort Lauderdale has become the latest municipality to become a victim of a cyber security attack
Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS to be demolished next year
Broward County Public School officials said Thursday that they plan to demolish Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Weather data from Pearl Harbor warships recovered to study climate science
Volunteers helped digitize millions of pieces of previously classified data.
Potential Tropical Storm 16 is sitting off South Florida coast
It is forecast to become Tropical Storm Ophelia in the next 24 hours as it moves to the north
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Severe weather rolling though South Florida
Expect some heavy rainfall and lightning
City of Fort Lauderdale scammed out of $1.2M phishing attack
The city of Fort Lauderdale has become the latest municipality to become a victim of a cyber security attack
Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS to be demolished next year
Broward County Public School officials said Thursday that they plan to demolish Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Weather data from Pearl Harbor warships recovered to study climate science
Volunteers helped digitize millions of pieces of previously classified data.
Potential Tropical Storm 16 is sitting off South Florida coast
It is forecast to become Tropical Storm Ophelia in the next 24 hours as it moves to the north
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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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Biden welcomes Zelenskyy as some Republicans question more Ukraine aid
The Ukrainian president received a warm welcome from President Biden and most members of Congress, but he faced skepticism from some GOP lawmakers.
DeSantis unveils energy plan, aims to lower price of gas to $2 per gallon
Florida Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis says he would eliminate several federal regulations on fossil fuels.
Exclusive: DoD to review cases of LGBTQ+ vets denied honorable discharges
The Pentagon plans to make it easier for LGBTQ+ veterans to retroactively obtain honorable discharges they may have been denied because of their sexuality.
House committee to hold first hearing of impeachment inquiry on Sept. 28
The House Oversight Committee chair said the Sept. 28 meeting will be a "refresher" on information gathered into foreign business dealings by Hunter Biden and James Biden.
Biden urges United Nations to "preserve peace, prevent conflict"
President Biden pushed for international cooperation in support of Ukraine and combatting global challenges.
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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.
It's iced coffee season all year long now
Cold drinks are hotter than ever
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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Broward mom works to educate others about toll of sickle cell anemia
A grieving Broward County mother is working to garner support for sickle cell survivors who have grappled with an overlooked side of the disease.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Nearly 91K COVID fatalities reported statewide
The number of Florida residents who have died of COVID-19 since early 2020 is nearing 91,000.
Why officials aren't calling this year's COVID shots "boosters"
The new COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2023 started rolling out this week.
Poll finds less concern about new COVID variants now than with Omicron
Partisanship remains in potential booster uptake; since vaccines became available, vaccine uptake for Democrats has outpaced that for Republicans.
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The best Halloween lawn decorations in 2023, including the viral big skeleton
Already thinking about Halloween? Get these lawn decorations in time for spooky season.
Best safes in 2023 for your documents and valuables
Protect your important items with a new safe.
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.
Best gas ranges in 2023
Many of these gas ranges are on sale now.
The best air fryer deals on Amazon ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
Hurry -- these early October Prime Day deals won't last.
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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
Facing South Florida: Broward, Miami-Dade superintendents
Jim's exclusive interview with Peter Licata and Jose Dotres
State Attorney Monique Worrell Suspended
Guest: Christian Ziegler, Republican Party of Florida Chair
African American History in Schools
Guest: State Sen. Shevrin Jones, (D) District 34
Facing South Florida for Aug 6: One-on-One with State Sen. Rosalind Osgood
The announcement from the college boards, the group that operates the Advanced Placement test program across the country, comes as the school year is about to start.
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"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Rapper, entrepreneur Rick Ross spends day in Miami Gardens, giving back to community
Rapper and entrepreneur Rick Ross spent the day in Miami Gardens giving back to high school kids who sat in the same seats he once did.
Halle Berry says Drake didn't get her permission to use her "slime" photo
Halley Berry is not happy with Drake.
Russell Brand makes first public appearance since sex assault allegations
"There are obviously some things that I absolutely cannot talk about," the 48-year-old comedian told the audience at his sold-out show on Saturday.
Billy Miller, "The Young and the Restless" actor, dies at 43
Miller died on Friday, Sept. 15, in Austin, Texas, just two days before what would have been his 44th birthday.