Dog attacks family after attempt to make it wear sweater
Scarface the dog attacked a woman and two others after she tried to put a sweater on the pit bull mix in Tampa, police say
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Socialite shot ex-husband, son, 20 years apart
Gossip columnist Jose Lambiet recalls his meeting with Linda Cooney, who killed her ex-husband, and paralyzed her son two decades later using the same gun
Venomous lionfish sends Florida diver to hospital
Lionfish sting leads to diver off Florida's Atlantic coast being rushed to hospital
Report: Miami officers fired for joking about target practice in black neighborhood
Miami police investigation finds rookie officers joked in online group chat about using primarily black neighborhoods for target practice
Elderly man allegedly beat car salesman with golf club
Linsey Owens was allegedly angry because he had to buy a new car in order to receive a prize offered in a promotional mailer
8-year-old boy fatally shot walking home from birthday party, police say
Dania Beach, Florida, neighborhood hit by fourth shooting since Christmas
Naked man dies after jumping on cars along Florida highway
A man found running naked along a busy highway in Tampa died after officers tried to subdue him, authorities say
Cops: 2 charged in man's "poker room table talk" death
Kenin Bailey and Mikey Lenard have been charged in connection with Fernando Duarte’s death, which followed an argument in Florida's Miccosukee Resort and Casino
Sheriff: Woman, 20, dies after car hits scooter
Officials say the scooter operated by 20-year-old Alarcon Mateus didn’t have rear lights and wasn’t a legal motor vehicle
Surfing Santas descend on Florida beach to catch a wave
Hundreds of surfers in Santa costumes and thousands of spectators descended Saturday on Cocoa Beach for the eighth annual Christmas Eve Surfing Santas extravaganza
20 Fla. heroes help rescue trapped woman, toddler when car flips into canal
A woman and a toddler were trapped inside a car that landed upside down in a canal, and when firefighters arrived, the woman and child had been pulled from the vehicle
Cops: Teen, injured after crash, texted mom to move drugs
While being treated for injuries from a car accident, Nicholas Hipp allegedly tried to get his mother to move a bag of pills and pot from the car's trunk
Protecting Florida's Everglades
Our America the Beautiful series celebrates 100 years of the National Park Service. For this installment, we take you to the Everglades. The southern Florida swamp is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. Jeff Glor visited the national park to learn about a moment that almost destroyed the natural wonder, how it survived and the threats to its future.
Woman jailed for allegedly feeding baby a bottle containing ecstasy
Police said the Florida woman "mixed the baby’s bottle with MDMA-infused water” before feeding the infant
"Please help me": Girl, 11, calls 911 during burglary
Deputies say the Florida girl was home alone when three men broke into her home; she hid in a closet to call 911
Search on after cruise passenger apparently jumps ship off Florida
Man reportedly jumped from the 12th deck of the ship when it was approximately 33 miles southeast of Key Largo
Cops: Man dressed as Santa had molly, ecstasy pills, pot
Isaac Geiger stood out because he was wearing a red and white Santa Claus outfit, complete with hat and beard, deputies said
More than 50 Cuban migrants land in Florida Keys in 1 day
Coast Guard says fears that current U.S. "wet foot, dry foot policy" will end are causing surge in boat crossings
Cops: Armed man arrested after struggle at VA clinic
Stephen Cometa, 60, allegedly pointed his rifle at a doctor and said "Now you're going to have to listen to me"
More parts of tough Florida abortion law challenged
Law requires groups to register and pay a fee if they advise or help women seeking abortions; ACLU calls it unconstitutional
Fake dentist pulled teeth, made dentures, police say
Robert Rheinlander was arrested after an undercover detective arranged to meet him for dental work
Florida is Zika-free, but don't get too comfortable
Colder days and control efforts can tamp down Zika mosquitoes, but they can rebound even during short bouts of warmer weather
Report: Fla. VA hospital left deceased vet in shower room for 9 hours
Internal investigation concluded that staff at the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System failed to provide appropriate post-mortem care to the veteran’s body
Cops: Woman fatally stabbed near Fla. Home Depot
Police say the woman was stabbed in the parking lot before running into the Garden Center -- she was later pronounced dead
Cops: Deputy shoots, kills man who attacked him with oar
Authorities say Wayne Dorsey first crashed his car multiple times before fleeing on foot to a boat, where he was shot and killed
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Iran touts video of ship seizures as Trump keeps quiet on his next move
Iran releases video showing commandos seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump remains largely silent on his next move in the war.
Senate adopts budget resolution in effort to fund ICE
The Senate adopted a budget resolution after a five-hour "vote-a-rama," with the GOP moving forward to fund ICE without Democrats.
Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products
The order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.
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Trump to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator
President Trump intends to nominate David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration, according to a person familiar with the decision.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
Millions under wildfire alerts in central U.S., as warmth, winds fuel risks
A combination of heat, dry air and strong winds are fueling "extreme" wildfire risks for millions across the middle of the country.
Cotton pushes bill to help critical infrastructure defend against drone threat
Cotton says current law leaves U.S. power grids, wastewater plants, and other high-risk sites exposed to emerging drone threats.
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Family "is heartbroken" to learn soldier's wife won't be released by ICE after all
The wife of Sgt. First Class Jose Serrano is being held at an ICE detention center in El Paso.
Judge approves $425 million Capital One settlement. Here's what to know.
The settlement stems from claims Capital One paid lower interest on older savings accounts while offering higher rates on a similar product.
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Millions under wildfire alerts in central U.S., as warmth, winds fuel risks
A combination of heat, dry air and strong winds are fueling "extreme" wildfire risks for millions across the middle of the country.
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Trump to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator
President Trump intends to nominate David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration, according to a person familiar with the decision.
JetBlue used customers' data to set ticket prices, lawsuit alleges
New lawsuit accuses JetBlue of using consumers' browser activity and other personal data to set airfares.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Cotton pushes bill to help critical infrastructure defend against drone threat
Cotton says current law leaves U.S. power grids, wastewater plants, and other high-risk sites exposed to emerging drone threats.
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JetBlue used customers' data to set ticket prices, lawsuit alleges
New lawsuit accuses JetBlue of using consumers' browser activity and other personal data to set airfares.
Judge approves $425 million Capital One settlement. Here's what to know.
The settlement stems from claims Capital One paid lower interest on older savings accounts while offering higher rates on a similar product.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
Rents around the U.S. are growing more slowly than they have in years
The cost of renting a home, which surged during the pandemic, is showing signs of returning to earth, new data shows.
Crypto mogul sues Trump family's World Liberty Financial, alleging fraud
Sun alleges that World Liberty Financial froze the digital tokens he had purchased, locking him out of assets worth as much as $1 billion.
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Trump to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator
President Trump intends to nominate David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration, according to a person familiar with the decision.
Cotton pushes bill to help critical infrastructure defend against drone threat
Cotton says current law leaves U.S. power grids, wastewater plants, and other high-risk sites exposed to emerging drone threats.
Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products
The order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.
Senate adopts budget resolution in effort to fund ICE
The Senate adopted a budget resolution after a six-hour "vote-a-rama," with the GOP moving forward to fund ICE without Democrats.
All U.S. attorney's offices must assign a prosecutor to new fraud division: Memo
In the memo, Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald said detailing a prosecutor from each U.S. attorney's office is aimed to help "execute a nationwide strategy to eliminate fraud in every district."
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Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
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Lebanon accuses Israel of war crime in killing of journalist
A journalists' union said rescuers were prevented from accessing the destroyed building where reporter Amal Khalil was left trapped beneath rubble.
U.S. forces board Iran-linked vessel amid tit-for-tat ship interdictions
U.S. forces have intercepted and boarded another "stateless" vessel linked to Iran, the U.S. military says.
Prince Harry implores U.S. to do more for Ukraine during surprise Kyiv visit
Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Thursday to show his support for the country.
Ecuador to extradite notorious drug gang leader to U.S.
Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito."
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Iran touts video of ship seizures as Trump keeps quiet on his next move
Iran releases video showing commandos seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump remains largely silent on his next move in the war.
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"Survivor" castaway on elimination from game
(Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" speaks with the latest eliminated contestant from "Survivor 50" about exiting the game, strategy and transitioning to the jury.
"Giant" explores Roald Dahl scandal
"Giant," which is now on Broadway, dramatizes a real-life scandal that stained the legacy of world-famous children's author Roald Dahl. Anthony Mason spoke to John Lithgow, who stars in the play, and playwright Mark Rosenblatt.
DiCaprio speaks at 2016 Paris Agreement signing
On April 22, 2016, the U.N. held a signing ceremony for the Paris Agreement, an international treaty aimed at curbing climate change, featuring several speakers from various nations, including actor and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio. Watch his full speech from the event.
Donnie Wahlberg talks "Boston Blue" success
Donnie Wahlberg talks about starring in the series "Boston Blue" and the emotional moments he shared with the cast members when he revealed the show was being renewed for a second season. He also discusses if his wife, Jenny McCarthy, could make an appearance on the show.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
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Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
How to dispose of e-waste this Earth Day
Tuesday marks Earth Day, and if you have any unused devices at home, there are green ways to dispose of them. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Meta to track workers' computer use to train AI
Business Insider got a look at an email Meta, the parent company of Facebook, sent to all employees, letting them know that it would start tracking their interactions with their computers to train the company's artificial intelligence. Business Insider tech correspondent Charles Rollet joins to discuss.
Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
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Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
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Scammers are using AI to fuel fraud schemes
The Internal Revenue Service is warning about scammers using AI tools to carry out crypto fraud schemes. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Police seek 17-year-old suspect in shooting near University of Iowa
Iowa City police are searching for a 17-year-old suspect charged in connection with a shooting that injured five near the University of Iowa over the weekend.
Ecuador to extradite notorious drug gang leader to U.S.
Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito."
Remains found of 3 Memphis children may have been there for years, police say
Memphis authorities say they are investigating the discovery of remains of three children, believed to be between 3 and 7 years of age, that could have been there for years.
Parents of slain Loyola freshman speak out
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student who police say was gunned down last month by an undocumented immigrant, spoke out for the first time with CBS News' Matt Gutman.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Daring rescue after on Australian cliff
Several people were rescued after being trapped on the edge of a cliff in Australia. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Senate Republicans make moves to fund DHS
Senate Republicans are moving to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security as the partial government shutdown drags on. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
U.S. seizes oil ship linked to Iran
The U.S. announced the seizure of an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean linked to Iran. This comes as Tehran boasts about apparent vessel seizures in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
DOJ moves on marijuana products access
The Justice Department issued an order rescheduling certain marijuana products to a lower drug classification. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Trump nominating David Cummins to lead TSA
President Trump plans to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator, a person familiar with the decision tells CBS News' Nicole Sganga.