Warren Buffett: Government Should Do More To Combat Poverty
Billionaire Warren Buffet says while America will continue to prosper, the government and philanthropy should do more to combat poverty that makes it difficult for some to succeed.
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Investor Warren Buffett Responds To Trump's Tax Comments
Investor Warren Buffett says he never used the kind of tax deduction used by Donald Trump. Buffett says he's paid taxes every year for 72 years.
Warren Buffett's Company Buys 9.8 Million Apple Shares
Warren Buffett's company bought 9.8 million shares of Apple - something that may lead investors to question his long-standing aversion to tech stocks.
Dolphins' Ndamukong Suh Joins Board Of Nebraska Company
Football players are thinking more and more about their lives after football.
HJ Heinz Buying Kraft And Building A $28 Billion Food Giant
Two well-known American brands are merging, creating one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world
Fla. Senators Divided On Buffett Rule
The "Buffett Rule," which has split Florida's U.S. Senate delegation, will likely come to a vote this week as Republicans and Democrats begin posturing for November's general election.
Exclusive: Sen. Marco Rubio Criticizes Obama, So-Called "Buffett Rule"
As President Barack Obama campaigned in South Florida on behalf of the so-called Buffett Rule – a plan whereby the wealthiest Americans would be required to pay at least 30 percent in income taxes – Senator Marco Rubio sat down with CBS4 News for an extended interview in which he criticized the proposed law.
Something Extra: Where Are All the Billionaires?
We can all dream of being billionaires. This year, Forbes Magazine says twelve hundred and twenty six people have achieved that dream, about a hundred more than last year, and a whole lot more than the hundred forty Forbes found when it started counting a quarter century ago.
Majority Of Millionaires Want To Pay More Taxes
Congressional Republicans have spent the better part of the past several months refusing to consider tax increases for those making over a million dollars a year. But a new survey calls into question who exactly the GOP is fighting for.
29 Florida Billionaires, 10 In SoFla, Make Forbes' List
One of the richest people in South Florida could be your neighbor. Well, maybe not YOUR neighbor, but the the richest man in Florida does live in Miami-Dade, according to the new Forbes 400 ranking of America's billionaires released Wednesday.
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Tropical Depression Seventeen forms in the Atlantic
It should strengthen into Tropical Storm Philippe today, but it currently poses no threats to the United States.
Touching dedication at Sunrise park honors teen who gave his life trying to save another
Aden Perry, 17, died in April 2022 while trying to rescue another teenager after their vehicle crashed into a lake.
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'Craziest pain of my life,' says BSO paramedic who survived chopper crash
A Broward Fire Rescue paramedic who was injured in a deadly helicopter crash in Pompano Beach last month spoke out Friday ahead of plans to file a lawsuit.
Rep. Wilson's panel calls for campaign to ensure accuracy of Black history
A South Florida member of Congress on Friday called for citizens to pressure education leaders into preserving accurate history.
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Tropical Depression Seventeen forms in the Atlantic
It should strengthen into Tropical Storm Philippe today, but it currently poses no threats to the United States.
Touching dedication at Sunrise park honors teen who gave his life trying to save another
Aden Perry, 17, died in April 2022 while trying to rescue another teenager after their vehicle crashed into a lake.
'Craziest pain of my life,' says BSO paramedic who survived chopper crash
A Broward Fire Rescue paramedic who was injured in a deadly helicopter crash in Pompano Beach last month spoke out Friday ahead of plans to file a lawsuit.
Rep. Wilson's panel calls for campaign to ensure accuracy of Black history
A South Florida member of Congress on Friday called for citizens to pressure education leaders into preserving accurate history.
Will Miami Mayor Francis Suarez run to be Florida's next governor?
Miami mayor Francis Suarez on Friday spoke publicly to CBS News Miami for the first time about some of the controversy swirling around him and his political future.
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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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Will Miami Mayor Francis Suarez run to be Florida's next governor?
Miami mayor Francis Suarez on Friday spoke publicly to CBS News Miami for the first time about some of the controversy swirling around him and his political future.
Biden says he'll "join the picket line" alongside UAW members in Detroit
The president says he will take the major step of standing alongside United Auto Workers as they strike in Detroit.
Jan. 6 rioter who attacked AP photographer, police, sentenced to 5 years
Defendant Rodney Milstreed "prepared himself for battle" on Jan. 6 by injecting steroids and arming himself with a four-foot wooden club disguised as a flagpole, prosecutors said.
White House creates office for gun violence prevention
President Biden is tapping Vice President Kamala Harris to oversee the new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.
Which agencies and services would a government shutdown affect most?
Here's a look at some of the federal government's functions that will and won't be impacted by a lapse in funding.
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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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Broward mom works to educate others about toll of sickle cell anemia
A grieving Broward County mother is working to garner support for sickle cell survivors who have grappled with an overlooked side of the disease.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Nearly 91K COVID fatalities reported statewide
The number of Florida residents who have died of COVID-19 since early 2020 is nearing 91,000.
Why officials aren't calling this year's COVID shots "boosters"
The new COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2023 started rolling out this week.
Poll finds less concern about new COVID variants now than with Omicron
Partisanship remains in potential booster uptake; since vaccines became available, vaccine uptake for Democrats has outpaced that for Republicans.
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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.
Best safes in 2023 for your documents and valuables
Protect your important items with a new safe.
Best gas ranges in 2023
Many of these gas ranges are on sale now.
The best air fryer deals on Amazon ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sale
Hurry -- these early October Prime Day deals won't last.
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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
African American History in Schools
Guest: State Sen. Shevrin Jones, (D) District 34
Facing South Florida for Aug 6: One-on-One with State Sen. Rosalind Osgood
The announcement from the college boards, the group that operates the Advanced Placement test program across the country, comes as the school year is about to start.
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Lizzo faces new lawsuit by ex-employee alleging harassment, bullying
Asha Daniels says she faced racial and sexual harassment, disability discrimination and bullying. Hours after the suit was filed, Lizzo received a humanitarian award.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Rapper, entrepreneur Rick Ross spends day in Miami Gardens, giving back to community
Rapper and entrepreneur Rick Ross spent the day in Miami Gardens giving back to high school kids who sat in the same seats he once did.
Halle Berry says Drake didn't get her permission to use her "slime" photo
Halley Berry is not happy with Drake.
Russell Brand makes first public appearance since sex assault allegations
"There are obviously some things that I absolutely cannot talk about," the 48-year-old comedian told the audience at his sold-out show on Saturday.