Florida Keys: Tourists wanted
Hurricane Irma is still leaving businesses flat in the Florida Keys, three months after the storm hit the state. Tourism at the Keys brings in an estimated $2.7 billion a year. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Trump's Christmas
CBS News' Chip Reid reports from West Palm Beach on President Trump's first Christmas in office.
Trump makes infrastructure promise
President Trump celebrated the first major legislative victory of his presidency on Friday before heading off to Florida for the holidays. He signed the $1.5 trillion tax overhaul bill into law three days before the Christmas day deadline Republicans set for themselves. Next on the president's legislative agenda: infrastructure. Chip Reid reports.
Cancer cluster in Florida?
Florida's Department of Health is looking into claims that a Gulf Coast school made hundreds of people sick from diseases like cancer. Health officials are asking alumni and faculty of the school affected by cancer to submit their health records. So far, the department says there is "no evidence Bayshore High School is the source of any disease clusters." Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Robber caught on camera
Broward Sheriff detectives want to find the robber captured on Walmart surveillance footage in Tamarac, Florida. The young man was last seen wearing a grey shirt and white shorts. According to the surveillance video, he was seen leaving the store and heading to the parking lot, looking around for open car doors until coming face-to-face with a bystander just before running away. CBS Miami reports.
GOP tax push
Florida Republican Sen. Marco Rubio says he's a "no" vote on the GOP tax bill as of now, and he's not the only one with concerns. Washington Post congressional reporter Sean Sullivan joined CBSN to discuss what hurdles are ahead for the plan ahead of the planned vote next week.
Shark dragging arrest
After investigating a viral video that showed a shark being dragged by a boat, officials have charged three men with aggravated animal cruelty.
Trump praises Roy Moore
President Trump rallied support for embattled Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore during a campaign-style speech in Pensacola, Florida, Friday night. The president is spending the weekend at his Florida resort but plans to travel to Mississippi on Saturday for an event that will be boycotted by two members of Congress. Errol Barnett reports.
Trump rally
President Trump held a campaign-style rally in Pensacola, Florida on Friday. Mr. Trump addressed the tax cut, how other countries “rob America," and stumped Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore. Watch his remarks.
Displaced Puerto Ricans in Fla.
In the three months since Hurricane Maria, hundreds of thousands of people living in Puerto Rico left for the U.S. mainland. More than 215,000 arrived in Florida since Oct. 3, when the state began counting. Many need help to make the transition. David Begnaud reports.
Sign-language gibberish
Police in Tampa, Florida, are conducting a review following criticism of a sign-language interpreter's performance at a high-profile press conference. An expert says the interpreter was signing gibberish while standing next to officials announcing the arrest of a suspected serial killer. Watch Derlyn Roberts sign at the Nov. 28 press conference.
Florida teen found
A Florida teenager, who was missing for nearly a week, has been found. She turned up almost 1,200 miles away from home near Syracuse, New York -- along with a high school soccer coach. Roxani Saberi reports.
Hurricane season ends
A historic hurricane season has finally coming to an end after producing devastating storms that caused significant damage in parts of the United States. CBS affiliate WPEC Lead meteorologist Jeff Berardelli explains more about the record-breaking period.
Arrest after Tampa killings
For nearly two months, people in Tampa, Florida, were living in fear as a suspected serial killer targeted residents at random. On Tuesday night, police arrested a young man they say purchased a handgun used in at least three of the killings. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Serial killer in Tampa?
Police are intensifying their search for a suspected serial killer in Tampa, Florida, after a fourth person was found dead. Ronald Felton, 60, was killed early Tuesday morning. His body was discovered in the same neighborhood where three people were killed just blocks from each other last month. Mark Strassmann reports.
Tampa murders connected?
A man was found shot to death in Seminole Heights, Florida -- the fourth victim in the past month in the same neighborhood. Police are investigating the deaths as the possible work of a serial killer. WTSP reporter Jenny Dean has the details.
Explosive devices found in Fla.
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office responded to a domestic disturbance Sunday afternoon in DeBary, Florida, after Christopher S. Langer, 31, was arguing with his parents. Police uncovered about 200 containers holding unknown powders, acids and other materials, including bodily fluids. Nadeen Yanes of CBS affiliate WKMG-TV reports.
Cruise line may flee Florida over ban on "vaccine passport"
CEO says state law barring businesses from asking for vaccination status conflicts with federal guidelines.
FEMA to evacuate Puerto Ricans
For the first time ever, the agency will airlift people to either Florida or New York, CBS News’ David Begnaud reports. The island was devastated when Hurricane Maria hit in September.
Texas considers controversial voting bill
Texas lawmakers are moving forward on a Republican-sponsored bill to overhaul election laws. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has details on the proposal, and CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN with more on the voting controversy in Texas and other states.
Biden set to address April jobs report
President Joe Biden is gearing up to deliver remarks on the April jobs report, which showed the country added just 266,000 jobs in the month. This comes as he urges Congress to take up his infrastructure proposal. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss these and other developments.
"48 Hours": Disappearance of Florida mother
Friends and family of a Florida woman started receiving text messages from her phone saying that she had a serious case of coronavirus. When days went by without any responses to calls, police did a welfare check and found signs of a struggle at her home. Peter Van Sant joins "CBS This Morning" with details on the investigation into the disappearance of Gretchen Anthony for this week's "48 hours."
The battleground states advancing controversial election and voting bills
Several states controlled by Republicans have pushed for big changes in voting and election laws in recent months.
Possible serial killer in Tampa
Tampa police hope new surveillance video will lead them closer to identifying a possible serial killer. The footage shows a "person of interest" running from one of three murder scenes where the victims were shot and killed just days apart. DeMarco Morgan reports.
Possible serial killer
Police in Florida believe one gunman may be behind three separate shootings that killed three people in a Tampa neighborhood. Former FBI profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole joined CBSN to discuss the details of the case.
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
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Trump threatens to invade Iran, "obliterate" its energy resources
Energy markets remain volatile as President Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
TSA absences still high at some airports, even as workers begin getting back pay
TSA staffing shortages remain far more severe than the national average, although wait times seemed to be stabilizing Monday.
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Michigan synagogue attack was act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, officials say
Federal officials on Monday for the first time labeled the March 12 attack at Temple Israel as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
President Trump's family business filed a trademark application for the name in February in response to the Florida bill.
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Vance appears at secretive donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows
JD Vance headlined a closed-door gathering for the spring summit of the Rockbridge Network, a secretive donor group that Vance co-founded in 2019 during his stint as a private investor.
Army reviewing helicopter flyby at Kid Rock's house during training flight
Kid Rock shared videos to social media that show two Army helicopters outside of his Tennessee home. An Army official confirmed to CBS News that it was a training flight.
U.S. Marine detained at Palm Springs airport after live explosive round found
A U.S. Marine was detained at the Palm Springs International Airport on Monday after he allegedly tried to bring a live explosive round through airport screening, according to Riverside County officials.
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Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
NFL announces what city will host the Super Bowl in 2029
The Super Bowl will return to Las Vegas in 2029 for the second time after NFL owners voted Monday to award the nation's gambling and entertainment capital the big game.
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Vance appears at secretive donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows
JD Vance headlined a closed-door gathering for the spring summit of the Rockbridge Network, a secretive donor group that Vance co-founded in 2019 during his stint as a private investor.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
President Trump's family business filed a trademark application for the name in February in response to the Florida bill.
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Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees as fuel costs climb amid Iran war
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Online sports betting linked to rising delinquency rates, report finds
A study from the New York Fed found that delinquency rates increased faster in states where online sports betting is legal.
Fed's Powell tells students not to despair despite tough job market
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
Air Canada CEO to retire after backlash over English-only crash message
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
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Vance appears at secretive donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows
JD Vance headlined a closed-door gathering for the spring summit of the Rockbridge Network, a secretive donor group that Vance co-founded in 2019 during his stint as a private investor.
DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
President Trump's family business filed a trademark application for the name in February in response to the Florida bill.
TSA absences still high at some airports, even as workers begin to get back pay
TSA staffing shortages remain far more severe than the national average, although wait times seemed to be stabilizing Monday.
Army reviewing helicopter flyby at Kid Rock's house during training flight
Kid Rock shared videos to social media that show two Army helicopters outside of his Tennessee home. An Army official confirmed to CBS News that it was a training flight.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
Air Canada CEO to retire after backlash over English-only crash message
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Special Operations Forces, Marines and Army troops now in Middle East, sources say
The forces give Trump military options in Iran, including operations that could target opening the Strait of Hormuz, take oil from Kharg Island or seize Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, sources said.
Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
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Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
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Mo Rocca learns some tricks from the dancers in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
Extended Interview: Stars of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"
Mo Rocca sits down with Tony Award-winner André De Shields, Ken Ard, Junior LaBeija and Leiomy, who star in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
Extended Interview: Directors of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"
Mo Rocca sits down with Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, the directors of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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New details on Michigan attacker's activity
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
FBI: Synagogue attack was Hezbollah-inspired
The March 12 attack on a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, was an act of terrorism inspired by the militia group Hezbollah, federal officials said at a news conference Monday. Watch the full remarks.
Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
Fugitive accused of killing 2 cops is shot dead after 7-month manhunt
Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers who came to search his rural home.
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Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Former NASA astronaut on Artemis II launch
A crew of four astronauts are set for liftoff on Wednesday in a mission that will take them around the moon. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins "The Takeout" to discuss the historic Artemis II effort.
Artemis II to launch this week
NASA is hoping to lift off Wednesday on its Artemis II mission that will send a four-member crew on a nine-day trip around the moon and back before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. Mark Strassmann has more.
Meet the astronauts about to make history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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3/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett
More U.S. troops arrive in the Middle East while Trump touts Iran talks; TSA workers begin receiving paychecks, but shutdown continues.
UConn shocks Duke with last-second shot
The Final Four is set in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament after a dramatic finish in Sunday night's matchup between UConn and Duke. Scott Dochterman, college sports reporter for The Athletic, joins CBS News to preview the upcoming semifinals.
What latest deployment signals about Iran war
Sources confirmed to CBS News that the latest deployment to the Middle East includes special operation forces, like Navy SEALs and Army Rangers, in addition to thousands of Marines and Army paratroopers. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins to examine the move.
UConn's historic comeback against Duke
UConn downed Duke with a last-second 3-pointer to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan in the Final Four. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Anticipation grows for Artemis II moon launch
After weeks of delays, NASA is finally poised for the launch of a historic flight this week to send a crew of four astronauts on a trailblazing nine-day trip around the moon and back. Mark Strassmann has more.