Ophelia weakens and moves north, but threat of flooding remains
Tropical Storm Ophelia was downgraded to a post-tropical low but continued to pose a threat of coastal flooding and flash floods.
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Virginia election candidate says leak of sex tapes "won't silence me"
Susanna Gibson and her husband asked viewers to pay them money in return for carrying out specific sex acts in live videos.
Virginia graduation shooting fueled by "ongoing dispute," police say
The victims have been identified as 18-year-old Shawn Jackson and his 36-year-old stepfather Renzo Smith of Chesterfield County, Richmond.
Man arrested for trespassing at day care, with AK-47 in car, police say
The suspect told responding officers he "was making his way to the CIA." The preschool is a few minutes away from the CIA building in Langley, Virginia.
6-year-old who shot teacher has ADHD, mother says
"He has ADHD. Some are able to have it at a very mild rate," Deja Taylor told ABC's Linsey Davis in the interview. "He's off the wall, doesn't sit still -- ever."
Massive cat weighing over 40 pounds adopted in Virginia
The fluffy white cat with gray spots and a gray tail was looking for a new owner who could help maintain his special diet and get him to a healthy weight.
Video shows deputies pile on top of Irvo Otieno, who died in police custody
Irvo Otieno, a mentally ill man, suffocated to death while in police custody in Virginia. Ten people have been charged with second-degree murder in the case.
6-year-old who shot Virginia teacher won't face charges, prosecutor says
The prosecution had not yet decided whether or not to hold any adults criminally responsible.
Jennifer McClellan becomes first Black woman elected to Congress from Virginia
McClellan won the seat left vacant by the death of Democratic Rep. Donald McEachin, who died of the secondary effects of colorectal cancer in November.
Teacher shot by 6-year-old student claims school "failed to act" on warnings
Diane Toscano, an attorney for Abby Zwerner, said that administrators were warned multiple times that the boy might have a gun.
6-year-old who shot teacher has "acute disability," and the gun he used was "secured," family says
"We will regret our absence on this day for the rest of our lives," said the family in a statement.
Witness says Virginia Walmart gunman "was picking people out"
Jessica Wilczewski says supervisor who attacked colleagues in a breakroom "made sure who he wanted dead, was dead."
Victims' loved ones react to Virginia Walmart shooting
Details are emerging in the killings of six Walmart employees who police say were shot by a manager.
Police search for motive behind Virginia Walmart mass shooting
This is the second mass shooting in the state in recent weeks.
UVA shooting suspect shot one victim while he was sleeping, prosecutor says
A judge ordered the suspect held without bond and appointed a public defender to represent him until he secures private counsel.
3 football players killed in UVA campus shooting; suspect in custody
The deceased victims were identified as Devin Chandler, Lavel Davis Jr. and D'Sean Perry, UVA President Jim Ryan said during a press conference.
Facing South Florida: Stuck In A Snowstorm
On Sunday's edition of "Facing South Florida," Jim DeFede chronicled his experience this past week when he was stuck in his car for nearly 24 hours because a snow and ice storm shut down I-95 in Virginia.
Snowstorm Traps Drivers, Including CBS4's Jim DeFede, For Hours On I-95 In Virginia
Drivers, including CBS4's Jim DeFede, have been stranded for hours on I-95 in eastern Virginia due to a severe winter storm which has sent authorities scrambling to clear a path.
Virginia Edges No. 16 Miami, 16-13
The Cavaliers got a touchdown from Jordan Ellis, three field goals from Brian Delaney and a stout defensive performance in a 16-13 victory over No. 16 Miami.
Restaurant Slammed For Shaming Teen Who Paid For Meal With Change
A Virginia restaurant is facing public backlash after they shamed a 17-year-old customer who paid for his meal in change.
Police: Man Dies After Accidentally Stabbing Himself In The Groin With A Sword
A Virginia man has died after a freak accident resulted in the man stabbing himself in the groin with a sword.
Snake Slithers Out Of Car Air Vent While Woman Is Driving
A Virginia woman got a horrifying surprise when a nearly three-foot long snake came slithering out of an air vent while she was driving.
9-Year-Old Girl With No Hands Wins National Handwriting Contest
The nine-year-old from Virginia has just won the 2018 Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest's Nicholas Maxim Award.
Deaf Publix Worker Says Shopper Punched Her For Not Hearing Question
A Virginia supermarket employee, who has gone deaf due to a rare disease, says a woman attacked her for not responding to the shopper's question.
5 Things: March Madness Off To Wild Start
NCAA Tournament favorites have fallen, March Madness history has been made, and we still have four more rounds to go.
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Guilty verdict in 2021 mass shooting at Miami-Dade's El Mula Banquet Hall
A Miami-Dade jury on Friday convicted a man accused of opening fire outside the El Mula Banquet Hall during a mass shooting that left three people dead and nearly two dozen others hurt.
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Miami Marlins beat Pirates 4-3 to close in on playoff spot
Josh Bell's two-run double keyed a four-run, eighth-inning rally and the Miami Marlins moved closer to a playoff berth with a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Some Broward residents face flooding woes again
A burst of rain Friday afternoon turned some Broward County streets into streams
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Guilty verdict in 2021 mass shooting at Miami-Dade's El Mula Banquet Hall
A Miami-Dade jury on Friday convicted a man accused of opening fire outside the El Mula Banquet Hall during a mass shooting that left three people dead and nearly two dozen others hurt.
Miami Marlins beat Pirates 4-3 to close in on playoff spot
Josh Bell's two-run double keyed a four-run, eighth-inning rally and the Miami Marlins moved closer to a playoff berth with a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Some Broward residents face flooding woes again
A burst of rain Friday afternoon turned some Broward County streets into streams
Miami-Dade ban on pit bulls goes into effect Sunday
A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis will go into effect on Oct. 1 that will supersede a Miami-Dade ban that prohibits the adoption of pit bulls.
Watch live: State of Emergency in effect as storm brings flooding, damage to New York City and beyond
Mayor Eric Adams asked New York City residents to shelter in place temporarily as the storm flooded subways and roads.
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U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
Florida school board reverses decision nixing access to children's book about male penguins
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay law, a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
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Donald Trump expects to attend start of New York civil trial Monday
Former President Donald Trump expects to attend at least the first day of the civil trial pitting him and the Trump Organization against New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Georgia RICO defendant is first in Trump election case to take plea deal
Scott Hall, a bail bondsman, was one of the 19 defendants in the Trump Fulton County 2020 election interference case.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
VP Kamala Harris brings pro-democracy speech to FIU campus
Vice President Kamala Harris brought her "Fight for our Freedoms" college tour to Florida International University to speak directly to students.
Federal agencies detail impacts of shutdown with deadline fast approaching
The Department of Homeland Security said nearly 72% of its workforce, or about 185,000 employees, would be kept on the job with their pay delayed.
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Beware of price gouging and scams in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Some less scrupulous individuals are out to make a quick buck at the expense of those who are experiencing hardship during natural disasters like Hurricane Idalia.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left a federal courtroom in handcuffs Friday when a judge revoked his bail after concluding that the fallen cryptocurrency wiz had repeatedly tried to influence witnesses against him.
It's iced coffee season all year long now
Cold drinks are hotter than ever
FDA approves OTC birth control pill
U.S. officials approve first over-the-counter birth control pill, a move that will broaden access for women and teens, the Associated Press reports.
Avoiding compulsive shopping on Amazon Prime Day
For many, it can be fun waiting for the next lightning deal or scooping up things you want at crazy sale prices. But for others, it's not fun at all.
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Women less likely to receive timely treatment for heart attacks
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S.
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
South Florida family aims to raise awareness of sickle cell anemia
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and while those who have it often report being in pain, millions have the trait and don't even know it
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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Protect your important documents and valuables with the best safes in 2023
These top-rated safes can help protect your most precious items.
We're obsessed with these Amazon air fryer deals ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
We've found an air fryer for a whopping 56% off ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day deals.
Apple Watch price tracker: When to buy the Apple Watch 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and more
Here's when you'll find the best price on the Apple Watch 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Best refrigerators in 2023
Ready for a new smart refrigerator that can do it all? All of our best refrigerator picks are on sale now.
The best Halloween lawn decorations in 2023, including the viral big skeleton
Already thinking about Halloween? Get these lawn decorations in time for spooky season.
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Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: Florida COVID Concerns
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede interviews former Florida surgeon general Dr. Scott Rivkees for his opinion.
Facing South Florida for Sept. 24: One-on-One with State Rep. Danny Perez
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with the next Speaker of the Florida House on a number of issues and policies.
PART TWO: Facing South Florida for Aug 20: Back to School with the Superintendents
Jim also interviews the presidents of the Broward and Miami-Dade teacher unions about educators' concerns
Facing South Florida: Broward, Miami-Dade superintendents
Jim's exclusive interview with Peter Licata and Jose Dotres
State Attorney Monique Worrell Suspended
Guest: Christian Ziegler, Republican Party of Florida Chair
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Dee Valladares talks about her time on 'Survivor 45'
Miami native and entrepreneur Dee Valladares was all in from day one of shooting "Survivor 45."
Black musician accused of trafficking his own children aboard American Airlines flight
Black musician David Ryan Harris says that he was accused of trafficking his own children by a flight attendant on an American Airlines flight two weeks ago.