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South Florida is a unique and wonderful place to live. In addition to our warm temperatures throughout most of the year, we have other strange and unusual places and things in our area. Some of the unique sites in South Florida exist nowhere else in the United States.
Spring is a time of new beginnings and rebirth. It's also a time for venturing out of the house to begin enjoying the sounds and smell of spring. Spring is also when all of the fun festivals start in the South Florida area. Jazz music, arts & crafts, rock music, and some great food can be found at the spring festivals happening in the spring in South Florida.
Did you know that March 14 is Pi Day? This is a holiday we all want to celebrate! In fact, we took to the hottest bakeries in South Florida to find the top spots for pies on such a great occasion.
Wear something more standout than just a green shirt this year.
A host of Irish festivals and thrilling concerts are sure to entertain and excite all South Floridians as they celebrate the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick's Day.
Florida has a history and natural beauty all its own. From sandy beaches to museums to hardwood tree hammocks, South Florida invites you to explore.
These five South Florida pet stores and boutiques offer the latest in dog clothes.
The 30th annual Forbes Magazine Billionaire's List is out.
Living in South Florida means being able to get a jump start on the rest of the country in our gardening efforts.
The South Florida area is packed full of great independent bookstores to explore; here are just a few of the best.
In part of every childhood memory, there is a monkey bar, a "hamster tube," and a sliding board. We grew up with the jungle gym, and had a blast doing so. These are the same memories we would like to share with our youth.
Our children are the future and our future leaders. It's time we start banding together and teaching them the right way. Let's teach them musicianship. Let's get those neurons firing. We at CBS Local have put together a list of cool music classes that offer unique structure and are highly recommended by our readers.
Making memories in amazing ways is what "date night" is all about in South Florida.
Whether you're shopping for yourself, a husband, father, granddad, son, brother, significant other or even a favorite uncle, here are some suggestions for finding the perfect tie that aptly defines a man's personal style.
For those who are not very familiar with computers, taking a computer class at one of these South Florida establishments is a step in the right direction.
Rock climbing can be an invigorating option instead of regular, dull exercises. Unfortunately, outdoor rock climbing opportunities are few and far between in South Florida. But, there are several indoor rock climbing walls scattered throughout the South Florida area.
Whether you are looking for a place to play indoor basketball because of the cold or because of the rain, these five spots in South Florida offer great indoor courts.
Although South Florida is known for its 'casual lifestyle look', many people like to dress up every once a while. There are plenty of personalized retailers in the area that can start off your accessory requests with the finest and most fashionable dress shoes.
Whether your interests involve being fitness or wine connoisseurs, or just spending a lazy day on the beach, here are the top Valentine's Day destinations in the South Florida area.
Jackson Memorial Hospital fired two employees following accusations that they leaked the medical information of a New York Giants football player.
Parents can bond with their child at many different venues in South Florida.
Mardi Gras isn't strictly celebrated in New Orleans so this year don't miss these great celebrations in South Florida.
A few lucky fans will be able to watch Super Bowl 2016 in person; the rest will be celebrating the game's 50th anniversary at homes or bars.
While officials in some other states try to shut down the games, Florida legislators are speedily moving measures that would shield the daily fantasy sports industry from the state's gambling laws.
Looking for a new pair of headphones or earbuds? Be sure to check out these great electronics stores and options in South Florida for the latest and greatest headphones.
Historians explain why East and West Florida remained loyal to Britain instead of joining the 13 colonies in declaring independence.
When deputies arrived, they said that the man was found with a gunshot wound at the Walmart parking lot located off McNab Road.
Critics have long alleged that the public housing erected following the 1999 landslides was built rapidly on risky terrain without proper oversight during the administration of former President Hugo Chavez.
The boards of trustees of the state's 28 public colleges will now be required to ensure all admitted students are citizens of the United States or lawfully present in the U.S., and undocumented immigrants will be blocked from adult general education programs in high schools and state colleges.
Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue officials reported zero firework-related injuries last year and aim to maintain that record through increased public safety awareness.
Historians explain why East and West Florida remained loyal to Britain instead of joining the 13 colonies in declaring independence.
When deputies arrived, they said that the man was found with a gunshot wound at the Walmart parking lot located off McNab Road.
Critics have long alleged that the public housing erected following the 1999 landslides was built rapidly on risky terrain without proper oversight during the administration of former President Hugo Chavez.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
From major concerts and waterfront fireworks to hometown parades and family festivals, South Florida communities are celebrating America's 250th birthday.
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 court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
On Thursday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the closing of Alligator Alcatraz, the highly controversial immigration detention center that was the subject of numerous lawsuits as well as allegations of abuse.
The 29-year-old attorney is hoping to stand out from the pack by going after young voters.
More than two decades after voters were promised a new facility to treat people with mental illnesses, rather than warehousing them in the county jail, the Miami-Dade County Commission gave final approval on Tuesday to open the Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery.
There are seven Democrats in the race and whoever wins the primary in August will almost certainly be elected to Congress, since this is the most Democratic district in the state.
Democratic CFO candidate Annette Taddeo says she is running to strengthen oversight of Florida's insurance industry and better protect homeowners.
A new Florida law requires drug prescribers to complete sickle cell training, aiming to improve care and address stigma faced by patients.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
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.
Carín León sees the World Cup as something that pulls different cultures together.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."