Judge clears the "Groveland Four" — 72 years after rape claim

A Florida judge has exonerated the "Groveland Four" — four Black men who were accused of attacking and raping a White teen at gunpoint in 1949.

• Nov 22, 2021

Zac Stacy arrested days after alleged brutal attack on ex-girlfriend

The attack by the former NFL running back was caught on surveillance video and apparently happened with a child in the room. He'd been on the run since.

• Nov 19, 2021

Lawsuit claims construction triggered deadly condo collapse

"The collapse was entirely preventable," says a lawsuit filed on behalf of Champlain Towers South victims and family members.

• Nov 17, 2021

One man's journey taking kids fishing

William Dunn has taken thousands of kids out fishing over the last dozen years. He was inspired by time he spent with a young neighbor whose dad wasn't around and now has a goal far greater than catching fish. Janet Shamlian has the story.

• Nov 15, 2021
• 1:34

Fiancée speaks out on husband-to-be's murder

A young Florida couple was planning for their wedding, but when the future groom went to the front door expecting the delivery of a custom-made engagement ring, he was met instead by an assassin. The investigation took a surprising turn when a tip led a detective to a meticulous murder plan found in a trash can. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant joins CBSN to discuss.

• Nov 12, 2021
• 4:49

Florida's DeSantis, other GOP states plan to sue over COVID mandate

The latest ruling from the Biden administration requires businesses with at least 100 employees to mandate COVID vaccines or weekly testing, but some Republicans say it's "unconstitutional."

• Nov 5, 2021

Mangrove restoration may offer climate solution

Four years after Category 4 Hurricane Irma devastated the Florida Keys, volunteers are still cleaning up debris in the area. As part of the restoration efforts, they're planting baby mangroves, which are trees that sequester large amounts of greenhouse gases. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli visited the Keys for a closer look at the restoration efforts.

• Nov 3, 2021
• 5:29

Doctor on vaccine mandates, COVID-19 cases

COVID-19 vaccine mandates continue to spark controversy across the country, with some New York City public workers protesting the requirements, while lawmakers in states like Florida and Texas take a stand against federal rules. Dr. Sujan Gogu, a family, sports and pain medicine physician, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic and vaccine mandates.

• Oct 29, 2021
• 7:50

Brian Laundrie's autopsy was "inconclusive," family attorney says

Laundrie's remains were discovered last week in a Florida wildlife reserve next to several of his belongings.

• Oct 26, 2021

Death toll rises to 90 in Surfside collapse

Officials in Surfside, Florida, gave an update on recovery efforts at the ruins of the collapsed condo building. The confirmed death toll rose to 90 and 31 others are still unaccounted for.

• Jul 11, 2021
• 0:17

Parkland shooter pleads guilty to 17 murders

More than three years after 17 students were killed in the Parkland school shooting, gunman Nikolas Cruz pleaded guilty to 17 counts of murder and 17 counts of attempted murder in a Florida courtroom. Mireya Villarreal reports.

• Oct 20, 2021
• 2:10

Family files lawsuit over 8-year-old’s arrest

Police body camera video, released this week, shows police officers in Florida arresting an 8-year-old boy with special needs at his school in 2018. The officers try to handcuff the boy, but his hands are too small. His family is now filing a lawsuit. The boy was charged with felony battery, but the case was later dropped. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Aug 12, 2020
• 2:22

Tropical Storm Isaias hits Florida coast

Tropical Storm Isaias is churning off Florida's east coast, after unleashing high winds and dangerous surf along the state's Atlantic coast. Now, the storm is heading north and could gain power on its way. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.

• Aug 2, 2020
• 1:47

Hurricane Isaias moves toward East Coast

Hurricane Isaias is moving toward the Bahamas and in the direction of Florida, with possible land fall expected around the Outer Banks of North Carolina Tuesday. The system is then expected to move up the East Coast and potentially even affect the cities of Philadelphia and New York. Lonnie Quinn breaks down what to expect as the hurricane makes its way for the East Coast.

• Jul 31, 2020
• 1:55

U.S. tops 150,000 coronavirus deaths

In the past week, more than a quarter of the U.S. reported a record number of new COVID-19 deaths, and 14 states hit record highs for new cases. There is now a concern about the virus traveling back north. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jul 29, 2020
• 4:51

U.S. surpasses 4 million coronavirus cases

ICU beds are filling up at an alarming rate at California's Riverside Community Hospital as the state is reporting a new record of coronavirus cases and deaths. Jamie Yuccas takes a look.

• Jul 23, 2020
• 4:00

Trump calls off GOP convention in Jacksonville

President Trump says he is canceling the Jacksonville portion of the Republican National Convention, citing what he called a "flare-up" of coronavirus cases in Florida. Weijia Jiang has the latest.

• Jul 23, 2020
• 1:17

FBI: Apparent human remains found in Laundrie search

The FBI said apparent human remains were found near some of Brian Laundrie's personal belongings in a Florida reserve on Wednesday morning. The agency will likely be on scene for several days as the investigation continues. Watch Michael McPherson, special agent in charge of the FBI's Tampa field office, speak to reporters.

• Oct 20, 2021
• 1:43

Debate rages over reopening Florida schools

The debate over reopening schools amid a surge of new coronavirus cases continues in Florida. Parents are pushing for schools to reopen in the fall, but the Florida Educators Association is suing to stop Governor Ron DeSantis' order for schools to reopen next month. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jul 21, 2020
• 1:39

Some Florida hospitals reach ICU capacity

At least 53 hospitals in Florida have reached ICU capacity as coronavirus cases and hospitalization surge. Meanwhile, protests are happening nationwide on whether to reopen schools this fall. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jul 20, 2020
• 2:31

Teacher writes will ahead of new school year amid pandemic

While President Trump is pushing schools to reopen this fall, one teacher in Texas is fearing for her life. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Jul 15, 2020
• 1:51

Florida emerges as coronavirus epicenter

Many state leaders are pleading for help as coronavirus infections continue to rise, especially in Florida, Texas and California. In Oklahoma, the governor tested positive for the coronavirus. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.

• Jul 15, 2020
• 4:17

Florida sees rise in virus hospitalizations

Hospitalizations and deaths are rising in Florida as the state's coronavirus outbreak hits hospitals hard. Deaths and hospitalizations are also rising in several states, while the director of the CDC warns the worst may still be ahead. David Begnaud reports.

• Jul 15, 2020
• 4:29

Biden criticizes Trump over COVID-19 response

Joe Biden ridiculed President Trump's response to the coronavirus outbreak and criticized Mr. Trump for failing to listen to his own medical experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci. A new CBS Battleground Tracker poll finds Biden ahead or close to the president in Arizona, Texas and Florida, the current COVID-19 hotspots. Ed O'Keefe reports.

• Jul 14, 2020
• 1:23

Hospitals overwhelmed as Florida reports record virus deaths

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is bringing 3,000 nurses, many out of state, to deal with the rapid rise of COVID-19 patients. Hospitals in Arizona and Texas are struggling to deal with the surge of patients. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jul 14, 2020
• 4:35

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