1-year-old, 11-month-old die after being left in hot cars for hours
One baby died after being left in a car outside a hospital. Another died after she was left in a vehicle outside a church.
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1 arrested after Florida beach shooting
Police are searching for information about two more individuals in connection to the Memorial Day mass shooting in Hollywood, Florida, after one person was taken into custody. The shooting wounded nine people on a crowded beachside promenade. Several of the victims are minors. CBS News Miami reporter Ted Scouten has more.
"Trunk lady" cold case victim in Florida identified after 53 years
The oldest and most infamous cold case victim in St. Petersburg, Florida, is finally identified through DNA as Sylvia June Atherton.
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Nine injured in mass shooting in Hollywood, Florida; Miami Heat beat Boston Celtics in Game 7 and advance to NBA finals.
9 people, including children, shot in Florida
Nine people were injured when gunfire erupted near a beach in Hollywood, Florida, on Memorial Day. Video shows people ducking and running for cover along the crowded beach. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest on the police investigation.
Disney opposes DeSantis' attempt to disqualify judge in free speech lawsuit
Disney is opposing a request by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to disqualify a judge overseeing the company's lawsuit.
Jury recommends death penalty for man who killed girl, babysitter
Joseph Zieler screamed at the jury and made vulgar gestures while on the stand.
DeSantis raises $8.2 million in first 24 hours after campaign launch
The sum includes online donations and money raised by DeSantis fundraisers gathered in Miami.
DeSantis launches presidential candidacy
Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis officially launched his bid for the White House. The live announcement on Twitter Spaces with Elon Musk was delayed by 20 minutes due to technical difficulties. Robert Costa reports from Miami, Florida.
DeSantis officially enters 2024 race
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is now officially a 2024 presidential candidate. He filed paperwork with the FEC Wednesday ahead of an expected live announcement on Twitter with Elon Musk. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins to discuss what DeSantis' entry means for the GOP primary field.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to declare his 2024 presidential run; one year since the Uvalde school massacre.
DeSantis using Twitter to announce 2024 run
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to launch his White House bid Wednesday night during a live event on Twitter with billionaire Elon Musk. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede have more.
Man arrested for trespassing at day care, with AK-47 in car, police say
The suspect told responding officers he "was making his way to the CIA." The preschool is a few minutes away from the CIA building in Langley, Virginia.
"Radioactive" roads could be headed to Florida
The EPA has long banned the use of phosphogypsum, the waste left behind from mining phosphate rock., saying it contains "radioactive material."
DeSantis to launch 2024 run with Elon Musk
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to launch his bid for the White House Wednesday during a live event on Twitter with Elon Musk. He joins an expanding Republican field to challenge frontrunner Donald Trump. Robert Costa reports.
Massive hissing iguana found in Florida man's toilet
At one point, the iguana disappeared into the toilet pipes, with nothing but its tail sticking out.
Man living underwater for 100 days
A professor has been living underwater for 84 days, setting a world record -- but University of South Florida's Joseph Dituri says he is nowhere near finished. Dituri said he will stay put for 100 days for "Project Neptune 100," which is looking into how the human body reacts to long-term exposure to extreme pressure. Dituri spoke to CBS News from the bottom of a 30-foot-deep lagoon in Key Largo, Florida.
Human Rights Campaign issues latest Florida travel advisory
The Human Rights Campaign on Tuesday detailed risks associated with moving to or visiting Florida. The travel advisory, issued as an update to an Equality Florida advisory, noted the "devastating impacts of laws that are hostile to the LGBTQ community."
Millionaire's plot to escape Florida jail and return to his castle is foiled
They were to prepare his plane, his 140-foot yacht, a black utility van and other vehicles purchased just for the escape attempt, the sheriff said.
"People are so afraid:" Civil rights groups raise concerns over "hostility" in Florida
"It may take years for us to unwind the damage that has been done here in Florida," said the executive director of an organization providing services to LGBTQ teens and young adults in Orlando.
NAACP issues travel advisory for Florida
Civil rights organization NAACP is cautioning travelers against visiting Florida, alleging Florida has become increasingly hostile to Black Americans under the leadership of Gov. Ron DeSantis. A spokesperson for the Republican governor is deriding the advisory as a "stunt." Derrick Johnson, the president and CEO of the NAACP, joined CBS News to talk about the advisory.
NAACP warns tourists about visiting Florida
The NAACP issued a travel advisory warning tourists to be cautious about going to Florida. The group said recent legislation in the state targets Black Americans, people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Mark Strassmann reports.
Fishermen recovering from shark bites in Florida
Two fishermen are recovering after being bitten by sharks in separate incidents over the course of 36 hours in waters off Florida.
NAACP issues travel advisory for Florida
The NAACP and two other groups warned potential tourists of Florida's hostility "toward African Americans, people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals."
2 men bitten by sharks in Florida in less than 36 hours
In separate incidents in Florida, a 20-year-old man was bitten by a shark on Thursday and a 35-year-old man was bitten by a shark on Friday night, officials said.
DHS funding bill passes House, but shutdown drags on as Senate approves its own plan
The House passed a measure to fund DHS for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate is on recess.
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Iran war rages, Strait of Hormuz still blocked as Trump pushes for a deal
The Trump administration is awaiting Iran's formal response to its 15-point peace proposal, as Tehran continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash in Florida, authorities say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at airport
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
Artemis II astronauts arrive in Florida to prepare for launch to the moon
The Artemis II countdown will begin March 30, setting up a launch attempt on April 1 at 6:24 p.m. Eastern Time.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash in Florida, authorities say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal expected Friday, sources say
The Iranian response to the U.S.' 15-point peace proposal is expected on Friday, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
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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.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
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U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
U.S. appears to drop anti-tank mines in Iranian village, analysts say
Iranian state media reported that "explosive packages" slightly larger than tuna cans had been dropped by aircraft over the area. U.S. Central Command declined to comment.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
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Billy Idol on his career highs and lows
Rockstar Billy Idol spoke to Anthony Mason about how he broke into music, why he says he's lucky to be alive and what it's like to be a grandparent.
How "Love Story" has captivated audiences
The finale of the FX series "Love Story" aired Thursday and has captivated audiences as it follows the romance between John F. Kennedy. Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. The limited series focuses on well-documented moments in the couple's lives, but fills in the rest with fiction. It has also received some backlash. Adriana Diaz reports.
Savannah Guthrie on mom's disappearance
Savannah Guthrie is speaking out about her mom's disappearance as she prepares to return to the "Today" show. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Netflix raises its subscription prices for the second time in 2 years
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie is returning to "Today" show on April 6, NBC says
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
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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.
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.
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.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
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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.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash
Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence after a car crash in Jupiter, Florida, on Friday, authorities announced during a news conference. CBS News' Anna Schecter joins with more.
Loyola student murder suspect attends hearing
The man suspected in the murder of Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman had his detention hearing on Friday. CBS News reporter Ash-har Quraishi has the details.
Judge hears arguments in Fulton County case
A federal judge is hearing arguments on the Fulton County case involving alleged voting irregularities during the 2020 election. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Judge denies Maduro's move to dismiss charges
A federal judge ruled against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's request to have charges against him dismissed. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at PHL
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot and injured himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
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Crew arrives ahead of Artemis II launch
Four NASA astronauts are gearing up for a historic mission to return humans to deep space for the first time in over 50 years. The crew touched down at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday for final preparations ahead of next week's planned Artemis II launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Final preparations underway for Artemis II launch
It's the dawn of a new lunar era for NASA, with the four-person Artemis II crew arriving Friday afternoon at Florida's Kennedy Space Center after spending two weeks quarantining in Houston. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport joins "The Takeout" to preview the mission.
Artemis II astronauts arrive in Florida to prepare for launch to the moon
The Artemis II countdown will begin March 30, setting up a launch attempt on April 1 at 6:24 p.m. Eastern Time.
Artemis II crew arrives at Kennedy Space Center
The countdown is on for NASA's return to the moon. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the upcoming Artemis II launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
In a first, scientists observe a comet reversing its spin
The comet originated in the outer solar system and visits the inner solar system every 5.4 years.
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Team that appealed own victory gets award
A girls' basketball team appealed their victory after the coach discovered they didn't actually win. Now, they're being lauded for their character. Steve Hartman has the update.
What to watch as March Madness heads into Elite 8
By the end of the night, the NCAA men's March Madness tournament will be down to just eight teams left. Nate Burleson has a preview.
Trump says "substantial talks" with Iran underway
According to a statement from Iran's Revolutionary Guards, the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and they vowed a severe response to any ship trying to get through. That seemed to contradict President Trump's claim that Iran had allowed 10 ships through the Strait as a gift. Holly Williams has details.
TSA officer says he can't afford gas for commute
Long lines at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport over the last week have been driven by TSA officer sick calls. Pascual Contreras, a TSA officer and union official, was one of them. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Shutdown fight grows as Johnson slams Senate deal
House Speaker Mike Johnson said the lower chamber would vote "as soon as possible" on its own plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security after the Senate-approved legislation to fund most of the department, including the TSA, faced major hurdles in the House. Nikole Killion has the latest.