DeSantis blasts ousted Florida health official who questioned data
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis insisted an ousted Florida official failed to listen to scientists and superiors.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis insisted an ousted Florida official failed to listen to scientists and superiors.
Previously, the businesses could only serve customers at 25% capacity.
Members will need to follow social distancing guidelines at all times, and pool noodles are banned.
Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis announced plans to begin reopening his state when its stay-at-home order expires Thursday. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, a Democrat, spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about why she thinks her community is ready to start opening and the prospect of hosting the Super Bowl in 2021.
DeSantis said the decision to slowly reopen the state will be based on data.
Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlantic beach will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The mayor of Orange County, where WWE normally tapes, said it was originally deemed a non-essential business – but the governor changed that
Spring breakers are ignoring social distancing guidelines and flocking to some popular beaches.
Israel filed his paperwork Monday morning to run for re-election as sheriff in the 2020 Democratic primary
Republicans interpreted the langauge in a state constitutional amendment to include restitution, court costs, fines and fees imposed by a judge at sentencing
The bill prohibits local governments from enacting "sanctuary" polices to protect undocumented immigrants from deportation
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled he plans to sign the S.B. 7066, which would require all financial obligations be paid off before an individual can vote
Two south Florida counties were upset with a plan to bring thousands of migrants
An Ethics Commission says it found probable cause in January to believe the former Tallahassee mayor accepted gifts in violation of civil law
Florida health department must create guidelines for doctors who are planning to prescribe smokable medical marijuana, which may create delays for some patients
It is currently illegal to import unapproved prescription drugs into the United States
This is the third election in a row that Democrats have lost in a Florida election within one percentage point, and they'll be looking at why Andrew Gillum could not get over that hump. The Senate race is also a close one between incumbent Bill Nelson and former governor Rick Scott. WFOR political correspondent Jim DeFede joins CBSN with details.
Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel was suspended Friday by newly seated Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over his department's response to last year's Parkland school massacre. Speaking Friday, Israel vowed to fight the suspension.
It took 70 years for the men to get justice after a white woman claimed they raped her in 1949
Sheriff Scott Israel vows to fight his suspension, saying "this was about politics, not Parkland"
Until Amendment 4 passed, Florida's constitution automatically barred felons from being able to vote after leaving prison
New governor being sworn in as Republicans begin their third decade of dominating politics in Florida
Democrat Sen. Bill Nelson conceded defeat to Republican Gov. Rick Scott in Florida. Scott thanked his opponent for his years in public service. In the gubernatorial race, Democratic candidate Andrew Gillum conceded to Republican Ron DeSantis, two days after a machine recount ended. Tony Dokoupil reports.
A machine recount ended Thursday, and still had DeSantis leading by over 3,000 votes
The gubernatorial race appears to be settled, while the Senate race moves on to a hand recount. Sen. Bill Nelson's path to victory appears to have narrowed significantly with a court ruling early Friday
The U.S. announces new strikes on Iran just hours after a 4th consecutive nighttime barrage, as the war ramps back up over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina is a grudge match that will reopen decades-old wounds for both countries.
Ukraine's president is shaking up his government just as observers note positive changes in the trajectory of the war with Russia.
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Pompano Beach resident Nancy Dello Stritto, who is almost 77 years old, opened her mail to find a license plate reading "SQZ A55."
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
Erroneous labels on some Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent cars could increase the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
A Louisiana man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a deputy U.S. marshal who joined other officers in trying to arrest him.
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Erroneous labels on some Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent cars could increase the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Ukraine's president is shaking up his government just as observers note positive changes in the trajectory of the war with Russia.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina is a grudge match that will reopen decades-old wounds for both countries.
The U.S. announces new strikes on Iran just hours after a 4th consecutive nighttime barrage, as the war ramps back up over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
"The Real Wolf of Wall Street," a new documentary from See It Now Studios on Paramount+, focuses on the real-life story of infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, explains why he decided to be part of the documentary and how the 2013 film, "The Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
There's growing backlash nationwide against AI data centers and now New York is hitting pause. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order to delay the building boom. Kelly O'Grady has more.
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
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.
Utility companies requested $9.2 billion worth of rate increases in the second quarter of 2026, potentially impacting over 56 million Americans, according to a new report from PowerLines. Former Michigan utility commissioner Tremaine Phillips joins CBS News to discuss.
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Security video appears to show the moments after immigration agents fatally shot a man in Maine. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Nicole Sganga have more.
A Louisiana man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a deputy U.S. marshal who joined other officers in trying to arrest him.
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are on Capitol Hill to testify before House lawmakers in response to a request for increased security funding amid growing threats against members of the highest court.
Joan Sebastian Guerrero's death in Maine marks the second time in a week that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have shot and killed a civilian. The Department of Homeland Security alleged that a man "attempted to flee the scene" when stopped by ICE. Guerrero's killing has prompted calls for an investigation. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
From 2020, Bill Whitaker reports on the resurgence of the once-endangered grizzly bear population in the United States.
Spain stunned France 2-0 in their semifinal match, lining up one half of the World Cup final. CBS Sports Golazo Network analyst Charlie Davies comments on Spain's decisive victory and looks ahead to the Argentina-England semifinal match.
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Security video appears to show the moments after immigration agents fatally shot a man in Maine. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Nicole Sganga have more.
Many U.S. military operations rely on the work of pilots flying midair refueling tankers, including the KC-135 Stratotanker. Charlie D'Agata visited U.S. forces stationed at a Royal Air Force base in Mildenhall, England, to learn about "the gas stations of the sky."