Winter storm causes power outages amid deep freeze
Blinding blizzards, freezing rain and frigid cold knocked out power from Maine to Seattle.
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Drivers Surprised By Giant Middle Finger Sculpture Next To Highway
If you find yourself driving down Route 128 between Westford and Fairfax in northern Vermont, you can't miss it -- a seven-foot-tall sculpture of a raised middle finger.
Moose Drowns In Lake After Being Crowded By Onlookers On Shore
A moose drowned in Lake Champlain after people crowded around the animal to take its picture, Vermont wildlife officials said.
Hacker Group 'GrizzlySteppe' Blamed For Malware Attack At Vermont Utility
A Vermont electric utility confirmed on Friday it had found on one of its laptops a malware code the U.S. government says is used by Russian hackers.
5 High Schoolers Killed By Wrong Way Driver
A school principal in Vermont says the five teenagers killed in a crash caused by a wrong-way driver were all juniors.
Police: Drunken Driver Was Playing 'Pokemon Go' During Crash
A drunken driver was playing 'Pokemon Go' when he crashed his car, Vermont State Police said.
Clinton, Sanders Rivalry In Spotlight As Democrats Debate
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton expected some competition but probably not from the one who is giving her some.
Bush Swipes Clinton's Economic Plan, Says His Will Grow Jobs
During a campaign stop in Iowa, Jeb Bush said Hillary Rodham Clinton's new economic proposals would not grow the economy or boost wages.
Clinton to Bush: American Workers Need A Raise
Hillary Rodham Clinton, in an economic speech addressed to supporters, said former Gov. Jeb Bush doesn't understand the plight of American workers, "They don't need a lecture. They need a raise."
Keurig Green Mountain, Dr. Pepper Snapple Strike Deal
Keurig Green Mountain, for their soon-to-be released cold beverage system, struck a deal with Dr. Pepper Snapple for single-serve capsules.
Keurig Recalls 'Mini Plus' Coffee Makers
Keurig is recalling about 7 million single-serve coffee brewing machines.
Best Romantic Winter Destinations For Couples
Couples looking for a romantic winter destination in America will enjoy any of these five beautiful places.
Florida AG Bondi Opposes Gay Couple's Divorce
Attorney General Pam Bondi filed papers opposing a gay South Florida woman's bid to get a divorce from her former partner.
States Increase Minimum Wage For 2014
Minimum wage workers have something to be happy about for the New Year.
Study: Florida 4th Least Peaceful State In The Country
While Florida is known as the Sunshine State, the Institute for Economics & Peace said Florida is also one of the most violent states in the country.
Ultimate NCAA Upset Means Free Pizza For All
Everyone cheers for the underdog and the big upset in sports. But there's one upset that has eluded the NCAA Tournament ever since it expanded to 64 teams; a number 16 seed knocking off a number 1 seed.
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Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78 degrees
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Miami Beach Vice Mayor Meiner said it's their responsibility to protect residents and people who visit
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Tyler Herro scored 10 of his 19 points in the final 3:20
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A similar curfew will be discussed Monday for next weekend
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NEXT Weather: Soggy, cooler start to Spring, better weather ahead
Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78 degrees
Miami Beach to consider curfew, other measures to curb Spring Break violence
Miami Beach Vice Mayor Meiner said it's their responsibility to protect residents and people who visit
Herro's late run helps Heat come back to beat Pistons
Tyler Herro scored 10 of his 19 points in the final 3:20
Miami-Dade to honor fallen officer Cesar "Echy" Echaverry
Officer Echaverry was fatally shot lost year while trying to arrest a robbery suspect
Two fatal shootings in Miami Beach prompt curfew, emergency order
A similar curfew will be discussed Monday for next weekend
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Report: Florida Burmese python invasion problems continue
A new report has found that Florida's Burmese python problem is still one of the most challenging invasive species management issues in the world.
Florida transgender treatment ban takes effect
Florida doctors could lose their medical licenses if they order puberty blockers, hormone therapy or surgery for minors diagnosed with gender dysphoria, under a Florida Board of Medicine rule that took effect Thursday.
6-week abortion limit backed in Florida House
After lawmakers passed a 15-week limit last year, the Florida House on Thursday started moving forward with a proposal that would prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.
Florida death penalty in child-rape cases considered
A Senate committee Monday will take up a bill that seeks to allow the death penalty for people who commit sexual batteries on children under age 12.
Space Florida could see changes as economic-development programs continue
As the House begins to revamp economic-development programs, Florida's aerospace agency would draw more direct oversight, with the governor controlling its board of directors.
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Trump expects to be arrested Tuesday as DA eyes charges
Trump attorney Susan Necheles told CBS News that this is speculation from the former president.
Florida Senate panel backs immigration crackdown plan
Opponents have called it an attack on the state's migrant community
Six week abortion limit backed in Florida House committee
Opponents say many women don't know they are pregnant at six weeks
Trump allies file ethics complaint against Gov. DeSantis
They want the ethics commission to punish DeSantis by having him removed from office, publicly censured, or fined.
Republican lawmakers want older Americans to work for food stamps
The proposal aims to add work requirements for older workers on food-stamps just as 32 states are cutting benefits.
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Eggs are finally getting cheaper at the supermarket
Prices for other grocery staples, like fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and bread have gone up
America's biggest banks to take on Apple Pay and PayPal
The new digital wallet is due to launch at an unspecified time later this year
Florida gas prices dropping after 32 cent spike
Prices could drop 10-20 cents in the coming weeks, according to AAA
Florida gas prices down for fifth straight week
On Monday, Florida gas prices averaged $3.03 per gallon
Florida gas prices continue downward trend
The state average is now on a 31-day streak of declines
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"Shazam" star Zachary Levi on importance of taking care of your mental health
He stressed the importance of getting help if you need it
Strawberries, blueberries, spinach make 2023 "Dirty Dozen" list
The list is comprised of nonorganic produce with the most pesticides
Advanced technology leads to more accurate mammograms
Breast cancer remains among the leading causes of cancer death among women
Health benefits from quick strolls throughout the day
Spending too much time sitting can increase the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and even some forms of cancer
Fla. Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo gets scathing letter from CDC, FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control leaders slapped Florida's surgeon general with a scathing letter Friday.
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Stream the new Apple TV+ drama "Extrapolation," Best Picture winner "EEAAO" and more.
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Shop the top St Patrick's Day deals at Amazon, including savings on Apple AirPods, iRobot Roombas and more.
Ulta 21 Days of Beauty: This week's best deals this week on Fenty Beauty, Lancome, Murad and more
Shop the best deals this week at Ulta's 21 days of beauty sale.
NCAA March Madness 2023: How to watch the Drake vs. Miami game tonight
Here's what you need to know about watching today's Drake vs. Miami game.
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Guest: Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz/(D) Florida 25th District
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Guest: Michael Haggard/Attorney
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Nikki Fried
Guest: State Rep. Paul Renner/ R – Speaker of the House
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Guest: Nikki Fried/ Chair, Florida Democratic Party
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with State Sen. Blaise Ingoglia
Guest: State Sen. Blaise Ingoglia/ R – Spring Hill
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Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Here's how much Ryan Reynolds could make from Mint Mobile sale
The actor's savvy investments are paying off in multi-million deals, such as his stake in Aviator Gin and now Mint Mobile.
Taylor Swift announces she's dropping 4 new songs ahead of Eras Tour
"In celebration of The Eras Tour I'm releasing four previously unreleased songs tonight at midnight," the singer posted.
Bobby Caldwell, "What You Won't Do For Love" singer, dies at 71
"Bobby passed away here at home. I held him tight in my arms as he left us," wrote his wife, Mary, on his official Twitter account.
What to know about pi on Pi Day
Here's why we care about pi and its day of celebration, which is March 14.