Judge Tells Gym Coach Facing Child Porn Charges To Get Lawyer
A judge has ordered that Carl Lechner, 67, does not qualify for free legal help in defending his charges of possessing child pornography.
Watch CBS News
A judge has ordered that Carl Lechner, 67, does not qualify for free legal help in defending his charges of possessing child pornography.
The man who admitted to killing his girlfriend because she called out her ex-husband's name during sex has pleaded not guilty.
Two charges added for a Sunrise man accused of a grisly murder.
Opening statements are expected Tuesday in the trial of a former Boynton Beach police officer accused of raping a woman while on duty.
A Sunrise man claims he accidentally killed his girlfriend after she uttered her ex-husband's name while the two were having sex in a closet, according to police.
The verdict is in for a Hollywood man accused of sexually assaulting a teen girl after several others beat her and then held her down.
A Plantation man used a painted toy gun to allegedly rape a woman he contacted through a website which offers a variety of services including escorts.
A man suspected of an armed sexual assault in Ft. Lauderdale has been denied bond.
A Lauderdale Lakes gymnastics coach, accused having child porn on his computer, is facing new charges.
Coral Gables Police are asking for the public's help in finding a man accused of sexually assaulting a minor.
Senate Republicans this week filed two bills that call for spending about six million to compensate sexual-assault victims because of the negligence of state agencies.
New details have emerged about the Miami man accused of forcing an 11-year-old girl to have sex with him in her bedroom.
A Sweetwater man accused of forcing a young girl to have sex with him after friending him on social media is expected to appear in court Wednesday.
A 23-year-old man who told police he entered the United States illegally from Mexico has been arrested in the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 13-year-old Florida girl.
A substitute teacher is headed back to court Wednesday to face additional charges as a third victim has come forward.
A Pompano Beach man is accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year old boy near a homeless camp in Deerfield Beach.
Authorities have released sketches of two men accused of drugging two women and then raping one of them in Miami Beach.
Police said there has been a report of a sexual assault on Florida International University's main campus Saturday night.
A former student of a South Florida school has filed a lawsuit, years after he said he was sexually assaulted as a 13-year old.
A 23-year-old Fort Lauderdale woman said she was threatened with Mace and a handheld stun gun and sexually assaulted by a taxicab driver who she had known for a year.
Hugh Hefner says he "would never tolerate" the kind of abusive behavior Bill Cosby is being accused of. The Playboy magazine mogul said that he considers Cosby a good friend and "the mere thought of these allegations is truly saddening."
Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston is scheduled to go before a judge. His twice delayed Student Conduct Code hearing will get underway Tuesday.
A trial date has been set for a Canadian man accused of making a trip to South Florida to have sex with what he thought was an underage teenage boy.
While population size and calls for help were up slightly in the first half of this year for the Broward Sheriff's Office compared to last year, the amount of actual crime dropped.
It was judgment day for a Miramar man accused of kidnapping and trying to sexually assault a woman to "live out his fantasy."
As the cold front moves through, the mixture of moisture and colder air behind the front will likely lead to snow showers in Florida on Sunday morning.
From Fan Central to beachfront concerts, locals and out‑of‑towners flood Miami Beach for College Football Playoff weekend – even if they can't score a ticket.
Piper High seniors say moving their ceremony to Dillard High's gym will limit families and shrink a milestone they believe should feel far more meaningful.
Locals near Hard Rock Stadium say traffic from the upcoming game will turn simple errands into hour‑long trips — and some are leaving town entirely.
Neighbors say the stretch between Oakland Park Boulevard and Prospect Road has become increasingly dangerous after multiple deadly incidents.
As the cold front moves through, the mixture of moisture and colder air behind the front will likely lead to snow showers in Florida on Sunday morning.
From Fan Central to beachfront concerts, locals and out‑of‑towners flood Miami Beach for College Football Playoff weekend – even if they can't score a ticket.
Piper High seniors say moving their ceremony to Dillard High's gym will limit families and shrink a milestone they believe should feel far more meaningful.
Locals near Hard Rock Stadium say traffic from the upcoming game will turn simple errands into hour‑long trips — and some are leaving town entirely.
Neighbors say the stretch between Oakland Park Boulevard and Prospect Road has become increasingly dangerous after multiple deadly incidents.
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.
Puerto Rico's former governor Wanda Vázquez was previously indicted in a federal corruption case.
Senate Democrats asked Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul to hold hearings on the federal law enforcement deployment in states.
Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to placate President Trump and build a strong relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
The number of ICE detainees exceeded 70,000 for the first time in the deportation agency's 23-year history, according to internal DHS data obtained by CBS News.
The Justice Department says it also added about 80 more attorneys this week to help review the Epstein files to be released.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Guest host Lauren Pastrana is joined by Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
If you don't feel well, particularly if you have a fever and worsening symptoms, Dr. Glazier says, skip the get-together.
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.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.