Zoo Miami bomb threats called "extremely serious offense" as investigation continues
The face of Zoo Miami is speaking out after several bomb threats were made against the facility.
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The face of Zoo Miami is speaking out after several bomb threats were made against the facility.
The series of bomb threats started on Friday, and the most recent was received on Sunday.
The zoo posted an update to guests on social media saying that they are coordinating with local law enforcement. "Guests may notice increased security presence, including K-9 units," the post on X read, "The safety of our guests, staff, and animals remains our top priority."
After nearly five decades inspiring South Florida and championing wildlife conservation, beloved Zoo Miami icon Ron Magill is stepping down from his legendary role.
Zoo Miami was evacuated Tuesday after a bomb threat, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.
A Florida crocodile found in the Florida Keys with a spear lodged in her head and a bullet between her eyes has died, according to Zoo Miami.
A Florida crocodile found in the Florida Keys with a spear lodged in her head and a bullet between her eyes has died, according to Zoo Miami.
Jeremiah Longsworth, Jakari Hardaway and Raymond Araluce are in jail in connection to the crime.
Zoo Miami said a Florida crocodile found with a spear stuck in the back of its head and a bullet lodged between its eyes may have also been shot in the body. More x-rays will be done to assess the damage.
An American crocodile found in the Florida Keys with a spear and bullet lodged in its head is recovering at Zoo Miami after veterinarians removed the spear.
CBS News Miami's NIkiya Carrero reports on a wounded crocodile recovering at Zoo Miami after being shot and speared.
Florida wildlife officials are investigating after an American crocodile was found in Key Largo with a spear lodged in its head, and they're asking the public for information.
Loved ones are preparing to say goodbye to a father and son after they were killed in a crash Friday night near Zoo Miami in Southwest Miami-Dade.
Zoo Miami announced the euthanasia of Kwame, its last remaining lion, after worsening health issues ended his almost 18-year life, marking the end of an era.
Jabari, a 17-year-old male lion, was known for leading a pride and fathering cubs.
Zoo Miami's oldest animal, a 135-year-old Galapagos tortoise named Goliath, has become a father for the first time, marking a historic first hatchling for the zoo.
Goliath, Zoo Miami’s oldest animal at 135 years old, will celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday not only as his birthday but also his first as a proud new dad to a recently hatched tortoise.
Barney and Shango were cleared for transfer after extensive testing; their departure ends a 40-year era at Zoo Miami.
The 110-pound male cheetah, born in South Africa in 2012, received radiographs, an ultrasound, endoscopy and dental cleaning.
The 110-pound male cheetah, born in South Africa in 2012, received radiographs, an ultrasound, endoscopy and dental cleaning.
Seven-year-old Gemma has been fighting leukemia, but that did not put a damper on her love for animals. So, when Gemma wished to visit Zoo Miami, she was gifted a VIP tour.
Animal care staff conducted a neonatal exam this morning, determining the pups' genders as one male and two females.
Three North American river otter pups have been born at Zoo Miami's Florida: Mission Everglades exhibit.
CBS News Miami's chief meteorologist Ivan Cabrera reports from Zoo Lights Miami.
CBS News Miami's chief meteorologist Ivan Cabrera reports from Zoo Lights Miami.
A newly renovated water park in Hialeah is closed again just days after its grand reopening, following state reports of unsafe pH levels and multiple permit violations.
South Florida leaders and GEM are organizing relief efforts after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction in western Colombia.
Miami-Dade County fines a Redland parking lot owner over $29K for illegally storing 48 semi-trucks, as neighbors raise concerns over noise and safety.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
A newly renovated water park in Hialeah is closed again just days after its grand reopening, following state reports of unsafe pH levels and multiple permit violations.
South Florida leaders and GEM are organizing relief efforts after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction in western Colombia.
Miami-Dade County fines a Redland parking lot owner over $29K for illegally storing 48 semi-trucks, as neighbors raise concerns over noise and safety.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
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.
President Trump signaled he would be piling economic pressure on Iran as the stalemate continued and Tehran laid out new conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health, said "I trust the science" on vaccines as measles cases have risen to their highest levels in 35 years.
Sen. Bernie Sanders highlighted the hundreds of millions of dollars spent by outside organizations during the 2026 midterm cycle.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The measure was approved in a 90 to 6 vote and now goes to the House.
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
The race to see who will be the Democratic nominee to take on Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27 is being closely watched.
On Sunday, Collins spoke about the ruling on this week in South Florida and explained why he believes he is trailing the Republican frontrunner, Byron Donalds.
Months after leaving TV news, Rodriguez is competing against former prosecutor Robin Peguero for the CD-27 nomination.
CBS Miami's Jim DeFede spoke to former Republican State Senator Jeff Brandes, president of the Florida Policy Project, who is behind one of those lawsuits.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
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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.
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Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.