Florida takes aim at challenge to Social Media Law
Attorney General Ashley Moody's office filed two documents urging a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit.
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An 18-year-old Florida International University honors student is facing serious charges after federal authorities said he made written threats on social media, including plans to bomb a house.
A Florida International University student is facing charges after federal authorities said they received a tip about written threats made on social media.
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, talks with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober about the science behind age restrictions for social media.
2025 brings new Florida laws affecting social media usage, access to adult content websites and more.
Starting Wednesday, January 1st, a new Florida law aimed at protecting minors online will take effect.
Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
Bluesky reported one million new users after President-elect Trump tapped X owner Musk for his next administration.
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
The amended lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of a 2021 law that placed restrictions on social media platforms.
Teens getting more hours of daily screen time are reporting increased levels of anxiety and depression symptoms, according to new data. But technology isn't always all bad, an expert explains.
A popular South Florida content creator is using her platform to share her recovery journey after becoming a hit-and-run victim.
In a long-anticipated move, two internet-industry groups Monday filed a constitutional challenge to a new Florida law aimed at keeping children off social-media platforms.
Experts say fabricated headlines can mislead the public at a time when facts are crucial.
Experts say Russian disinformation groups are behind the baseless claims targeting the Harris-Walz campaign.
AI-generated images of celebrities endorsing political candidates are on the rise. Here's how to spot them.
Miramar police are investigating a double shooting resulting in one man's death and the wounding of a social media influencer.
Fake or misleading visuals, scams and overblown reports of crime have recurred after major hurricanes for years now. Here's what to watch out for.
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Many local officials have taken to social media to push back on harmful misinformation about Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
Dirty sodas, which combines your favorite soft drink with creamer, syrups and more, are all over social media. Here's what experts say about the ingredients.
MrBeast's production company, along with Amazon Studios, is facing a lawsuit involving contestants from the reality show "Beast Games."
Meta bills the new Instagram service as having built-in protections for teens that give parents peace of mind.
A blood moon rose above South Florida during a total lunar eclipse early Tuesday morning. Check out these amazing photos.
A South Florida foundation is helping young women across Miami-Dade to reach their full potential through mentorship and service.
The Sunoco on Pembroke Road has seen two shootings in two months, leaving residents fearful as police investigate the latest incident.
A judge declared a mistrial in the murder case against ex-UM player Rashaun Jones, with the victim's family saying a retrial is expected.
Bonnie Bouffard, a longtime medical records worker, was killed near the Sunrise exit after a fleeing stolen truck struck her vehicle during a law enforcement PIT maneuver attempt.
A blood moon rose above South Florida during a total lunar eclipse early Tuesday morning. Check out these amazing photos.
A South Florida foundation is helping young women across Miami-Dade to reach their full potential through mentorship and service.
The Sunoco on Pembroke Road has seen two shootings in two months, leaving residents fearful as police investigate the latest incident.
A judge declared a mistrial in the murder case against ex-UM player Rashaun Jones, with the victim's family saying a retrial is expected.
Bonnie Bouffard, a longtime medical records worker, was killed near the Sunrise exit after a fleeing stolen truck struck her vehicle during a law enforcement PIT maneuver attempt.
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 House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
The Pentagon announced Monday that six American service members have been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
The Supreme Court is set to convene Monday to hear a Second Amendment dispute over a federal law that bars unlawful drug users from having firearms.
The measure was pushed by the Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank funded by billionaires, whose intention is to eliminate public sector unions.
Frank Mora noted that the Trump Administration does not want the total collapse of the Cuban government because it could prompt an exodus of refugees from the island to the United States.
Any change to the property tax system would have to be approved by voters in November, and it seemed unlikely the House plan was going to be approved by the Senate.
Alyssa Alhadeff and Alex Schachter were murdered eight years ago at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Now, their parents are championing legislation to ensure that the tragedy never happens again.
As the partial government shutdown gets underway, Moskowitz argued that ICE should be reformed.
A trial has been set in the San Francisco Bay Area for a Florida woman accused of providing a cosmetic injection that killed a woman who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
The Sunshine state is on track to be the second-highest, with only nine cases behind Utah, and the numbers lagging by five days.
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
In a new study that could have significant implications for future Alzheimer's treatment, researchers at the University of Miami have successfully figured out how to combat one of the early signs of the neurodegenerative disease.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
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.
A trial has been set in the San Francisco Bay Area for a Florida woman accused of providing a cosmetic injection that killed a woman who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.