Hialeah's new mayor moves to tackle sky-high water bills for residents
Hialeah residents face water bills up to 30% higher than the rest of Miami-Dade, prompting the new mayor to launch an urgent review and promise solutions within 120 days.
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Hialeah residents face water bills up to 30% higher than the rest of Miami-Dade, prompting the new mayor to launch an urgent review and promise solutions within 120 days.
From immigration detention and gun laws to book bans, marijuana and social media, a wide range of legal battles in Florida remain unsettled as the state heads into 2026.
Past-due balances are becoming a reality for many U.S. households as they struggle to keep up with costlier utility bills.
The North Miami Beach Water Relief Act remains on pause, and it's unclear when residents might finally see lower bills.
President Trump's budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year would eliminate the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which serves more than six million Americans.
The developments late Friday afternoon added uncertainty to a closely watched case that has involved FPL seeking rate increases that would lead to customers paying billions of dollars in the coming years.
Florida Power & Light is proposing a nearly $10 billion rate hike for electricity over the next four years.
Experts share tips on how to reduce your electricity bill.
One resident was shocked when she opened her latest bill: more than $1,000.
Many South Floridians are discovering that adding attic insulation can lower their electric bills.
U.S. energy infrastructure has proven to be problematic as-is, and threats to its reliability are growing. Experts say there's a solution.
There are ways to save on your electric bill during the hot summer months.
There are ways to save on your electric bill during the hot summer months and Florida Power & Light has a program to help you do that.
An appeals court backed Florida Power & Light's arguments that the state Public Service Commission has authority to determine whether the utility met obligations to help prevent power outages during Hurricane Irma.
Top Florida utility officials said Tuesday increased intensity and unpredictability of hurricanes is making storm preparation more difficult - and expensive.
Broward has to replace two water treatment plants that serve about 250,000 customers and that could mean higher water bills for customers.
Pointing to a "strong interest in obtaining finality," Florida Power & Light on Monday asked the state Supreme Court to speed up consideration of a renewed fight about a 2021 settlement that increased the utility's base electric rates.
A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
A bank was robbed in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday morning, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Water sources are being depleted faster than they can be restored, according to a new report from United Nations researchers.
The proposal would prohibit vehicles with "permanently installed mobility access equipment" from being towed or ticketed if they take up more than one parking spot.
A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
A bank was robbed in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday morning, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
The proposal would prohibit vehicles with "permanently installed mobility access equipment" from being towed or ticketed if they take up more than one parking spot.
Amid opposition from a tech-industry group and a push by President Donald Trump for nationwide regulations, a proposed state "Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights" started moving forward Wednesday in the Florida Senate.
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.
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
The standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton escalated after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
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.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
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.
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.
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."