Thousands line up for chance to land job at Sunrise job fair
The promise of a job drew 4,000 job seekers to the FLA Live Arena Thursday morning in Sunrise.
Unemployment
Hundreds brave high heat to apply for high-paying BSO civilian jobs
The Broward Sheriff's Office held a job fair Saturday and hundreds of applicants turned out, braving the high heat.
Need a job? BSO offering civilian jobs starting at $56,851 with full benefits
Need a good-paying job? The Broward Sheriff's Office will be offering civilian jobs with a starting pay of nearly $57,000 with full benefits.
Florida Jobless Rate Drops To 3.3 Percent
Florida's employment picture continues to brighten, while the state jobs agency envisions conditions slowing to a more "stable" pace over the next two years.
Florida Weekly Jobless Claims Drop
Florida might have posted its lowest weekly total of jobless claims in at least 16 years.
Weekly Florida Unemployment Claims Fall Below 5,000
Florida had 4,941 first-time unemployment claims last week, according to an estimate by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Florida Weekly Jobless Claims Dip
With the state set to issue a detailed unemployment report Friday, first-time jobless claims decreased last week.
Jobless Claims Up In Florida At Start Of 2022
First-time unemployment claims in Florida doubled during the first week of 2022 from the holiday-shortened final week of 2021.
Forecast: Florida Job Growth Will Outpace Nation Next Year
A new economic forecast predicts unemployment will continue to decline in Florida in 2022 and the state's job growth will outpace the national economy.
Jobless Claims Down in Florida, Country
First-time unemployment claims in Florida continue to fluctuate just above pre-pandemic levels.
Florida Jobless Claims Inch Up
Unemployment claims in Florida last week were the highest since mid-September, but the number of applications remained similar to levels before the COVID-19 pandemic crashed the economy in 2020.
State Heads Off Debt Collectors On Overpayments Of Unemployment Aid
Gov. Ron DeSantis called Friday for indefinitely keeping debt collectors away from Floridians facing "overpayment" notices on unemployment aid received during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fired For Refusing The Vaccine? Don't Count On Unemployment Benefits
Workers who are fired for refusing to get inoculated against COVID-19 need not apply — for unemployment benefits.
Florida Unemployment Rate Inches Down
Florida's unemployment rate inched down slightly from July to August, as the labor force continues to grow but the number of people without jobs holds steady.
Florida Unemployment Claims At Pre-Pandemic Levels
Gov. Ron DeSantis says he anticipates "pretty good" July unemployment numbers, as a federal report Thursday showed that first-time jobless claims last week in Florida were at a level not seen since before the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida Unemployment Claims Increase
First-time unemployment claims have gone up in Florida, but the count remains at pre-pandemic levels as employers report being unable to fill openings, most in lower-paying tourism and leisure fields.
Florida Unemployment Claims Continue To Drop
Newly filed unemployment claims continue to slow in Florida, with the state recording its lowest weekly total since the COVID-19 pandemic crashed into the economy in March 2020.
Florida Jobless Rate Ticked Up Slightly In May
While Florida's jobless rate ticked up slightly last month, it was nowhere near where it was last May.
Critics Dispute Florida Unemployment Aid 'Narrative'
Floridians struggling since the start of the coronavirus pandemic are being forced to take jobs below their skill levels and at low wages as the state scales back unemployment assistance, opponents of reducing aid said Thursday.
Florida Republican Leaders Expect Hiring Boost As Extra Unemployment Benefits End
Florida Republican leaders touted the state's economy Wednesday and said they expect businesses to boost hiring as additional federal unemployment benefits end in the coming weeks.
Florida Jobless Claims Top 18,000 Last Week
An estimated 18,355 first-time unemployment claims were filed last week in Florida, close to the average for the past three months, as leisure and hospitality fields continue to bear the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Doesn't Believe Unemployment Benefit Increase Is Needed
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday he opposes raising Florida's unemployment benefits, which are some of the nation's lowest, because he's more focused instead on getting people back to work.
Florida Senate Pushes For Higher Jobless Benefits
An effort to increase Florida's much-criticized unemployment benefits, boosting the amounts and lengths of payments, continued to advance Thursday in the state Senate.
Florida Jobless Claims Inch Up
Unemployment claims in Florida increased slightly last week, with an estimated 16,170 new applications submitted, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Institutions Find Women Could Be Bearing Brunt Of COVID Pandemic Layoffs
The coronavirus pandemic caused a huge spike in unemployment, but women could be bearing the brunt of it. That's because the industries hardest hit tend to employ more female workers.
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Robert Crimo III captured after six killed in shooting at Highland Park July 4 parade
Highland Park Police Cmdr. Chris O'Neil said the shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. during the parade
Drone tech keeping those at Biltmore Hotel's July 4th celebration safe
The department teams up with Bond to utilize this high-tech equipment.
This Fourth of July is packing summer heat
There's so much excitement it's easy to get carried away, and that's where problems can arise.
Increase in shark patrols after a number of recent attacks
One incident is going to cost a Florida teenager her leg.
Former CBS4 News Anchor Robb Hanrahan has passed away
He was 60 years old.
"Hammerin' Hank" Goldberg dies at 82
The CBS Sports HQ and SportsLine prognosticator died on his 82nd birthday in Las Vegas.
Florida teen bitten by shark, rescued by brother, will have leg amputated
Addison Bethea plans to get back into the ocean after she's healed.
July 4th fireworks at Bayfront Park is a family tradition for some
Celebrating the Fourth of July in Miami is a tradition for some of the families at the park.
A look at the science behind fireworks
"You're seeing chemistry in action," said Paul Smith, president of the Pyrotechnics Guild International.
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Robert Crimo III captured after six killed in shooting at Highland Park July 4 parade
Highland Park Police Cmdr. Chris O'Neil said the shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. during the parade
Drone tech keeping those at Biltmore Hotel's July 4th celebration safe
The department teams up with Bond to utilize this high-tech equipment.
This Fourth of July is packing summer heat
There's so much excitement it's easy to get carried away, and that's where problems can arise.
Increase in shark patrols after a number of recent attacks
One incident is going to cost a Florida teenager her leg.
Former CBS4 News Anchor Robb Hanrahan has passed away
He was 60 years old.
Florida News
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Flamethrower used to torch Pan-African flag flying on pole
St. Petersburg police said they are investigating the fire and are working to identify a suspect.
Florida tops 74,000 COVID-19 cases last week
Florida has topped 71,000 new COVID-19 cases in each of the past five weeks, a report released Friday by the state Department of Health shows.
Florida says Ben & Jerry's change 'step in right direction'
Gov. Ron DeSantis and state Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis praised Ben & Jerry's parent company for a decision that will allow sales of ice cream in Israel.
Florida nursing home owner to pay $1.75M in vaccine probe
The owner of a West Palm Beach nursing home will pay $1.75 million to settle claims that it improperly diverted doses of COVID-19 vaccine to members of its board of directors and donors.
Florida officials: Girl seriously injured in shark attack in Florida
A teenage girl was seriously injured when a shark attacked her off Florida's Gulf Coast, authorities said.
Politics
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Politics
Americans taking to the streets over hot-button issues as nation is about to celebrate birthday
CBS4's Karli Barnett has more on the political division.
Gavin Newsom targets GOP in Florida ad: "Join us in California"
The ad scheduled to air on Fox News starting Monday takes shots at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his policies.
Biden vows to protect abortion pill in governors meeting
President Biden met virtually with several Democratic governors on efforts to protect women's abortion access.
Florida's 15-week abortion ban to be temporarily blocked
Judge John C. Cooper made the oral ruling from the bench but his decision will not go into effect until he signs a written order, which Cooper said would likely happen next week.
Taddeo poll claims dead heat with Salazar
A poll released by Annette Taddeo's campaign shows Taddeo in a virtual tie with Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar.
Consumer News
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CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
July 4th food inflation has some shoppers looking for holiday deals
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports food costs were up, on average, 10.8 percent for a year period ending April 2022.
Spirit's delay allows airline bidding war time to play out
The delay indicates that Spirit lacks support to approve the Frontier merger.
Day 2 of HUD secretary's visit to get firsthand look at housing crisis
"When I go back to Washington, we can look at thing a little differently," she told CBS4's Hank Tester.
HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge visits South Florida to get firsthand look at housing crisis
Over the last five months, the Miami area has been one of the least affordable housing markets in the country.
Health
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CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida ice cream company
Those who have the ice cream at home should throw it away
Largest study to date reveals how COVID vaccines work with people of different sizes
"The first key outcome is that vaccines are highly effective across all body weights and that is great news."
Judge's decision to block Florida's 15-week abortion ban puts law in legal limbo
The decision came days after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
The age of your at-home COVID test is key to its accuracy
Dr. Aileen Marty explains when it's time to toss a kit in the can and grab a newer one.
CDC: Listeria outbreak linked to Florida
The CDC said a specific food item has not yet been identified as the source of a listeria outbreak.
Neighbors 4 Neighbors
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CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors, Viewers Help Family Left Homeless After Fire
CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors and a viewer are stepping up to help a family for the holiday after a blaze ripped through their apartment.
December 13 Deadline To Adopt A Family For The Holidays Is Fast Approaching
Time is running out for you to open your heart and help a family in need this holiday season. Only 16 families left before Monday's deadline for the Neighbors 4 Neighbors Adopt A Family for the Holidays program.
More Than $2,000 Raised, So Far, For Family Burned Out Of Miami Home
A South Florida family who lost everything when a fire destroyed their Miami home, is thankful for the generous support of the South Florida community in an effort to get them back on their feet.
'Need Our Community To Come Together': Neighbors 4 Neighbors Assisting Family Burned Out Of Miami Apartment
Just days before Thanksgiving, Zoila Monzon and her children lost everything when a fire destroyed their Miami apartment.
Facing South Florida
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1-on-1 with Jacqueline Charles
Among other things, they discussed the worsening crisis in Haiti.
1-on-1 with Fort Lauderdale Vice Mayor Ben Sorensen
He's running for the congressional seat being vacated by Ted Deutch.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Nikki Fried
The two discussed her gubernatorial bid.
Facing South Florida: 1-on-1 with Annette Taddeo 1
State Sen. Annette Taddeo shook up the Florida gubernatorial race this week.
Facing South Florida: Condo Safety Concerns
Jim DeFede's guest for Sunday's show was Eric Glazer, one of the state's leading condo attorneys who has been pushing for years to make condos safer.
Entertainment
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Andy Garcia pairs up with Gloria Estefan in all-new 'Father of the Bride'
This all-new "Father of the Bride" features a predominantly Latino cast.
Miami chefs make history after receiving Michelin Stars
CBS4's resident foodie Lisa Petrillo caught up with two of the newly awarded chefs about what this honor means.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
City Theatre's Summer Shorts program features new 10-minute plays, old favorites
The festival, starting June 2nd at the Arsht Center's Carnival Studio Theater features new 10-minute plays as well as fresh revivals of past festival favorites, written by the country's best playwrights.
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years
Ball and Chain serving up Cuban classics for the past 80 years.