Cuba's unofficial "First Lady" was instrumental in the 1960s Operation Pedro Pan
More than 14,000 Cuban children were spirited out of the island nation to escape the Castro revolution.
More than 14,000 Cuban children were spirited out of the island nation to escape the Castro revolution.
More than 14,000 Cuban children were spirited out of the island nation to escape the Castro revolution
In 1967, Betty Mae Tiger Jumper became the first female chairwoman of the Seminole Tribe of Florida
In 1967, Betty Mae Tiger Jumper became the first female chairwoman of the Seminole Tribe of Florida
Patricia Chin, the 'Godmother of Reggae,' talks about her beginnings and trajectory.
CBS News Miami celebrates Women's History Month by shining the spotlight on a woman who helped shape the music industry. Patricia Chin, the Godmother of Reggae, helped make some of the names in reggae music today.
Helen Muir was an author, newspaper columnist, radio personality, and is often credited for bringing Miami-Dade's library system into the modern era.
"Rhythms of Africa" takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Miramar Cultural Center.
As we celebrate Women's History Month, we acknowledge Sonjia Kenya, who's paving the way in the medical field.
Most of what became downtown Fort Lauderdale was purchased by Mary and William Brickell in1874
This year, amid a nationwide attack on reproductive rights, many believe it's the women's vote that could decide the 2024 election.
Her picture is on the wall down the hall from the reception desk at Miami Jewish Health, a 25-acre, lush oasis dedicated to the care of aging Miami residents of all faiths.
Her picture is on the wall down the hall from the reception desk at Miami Jewish Health, a 25-acre, lush oasis dedicated to the care of aging Miami residents of all faiths.
In the 1980s, Wilhelmina Harvey became the first female mayor of Monroe County, later known as "The Grand Dame of Keys politics" and "Wild Willie."
Harvey became the first female mayor of Monroe County in the 1980s
She began her last fateful flight from in airport in Hialeah
The famed pilot has a link to South Florida.
Girls inc. of greater Miami works to empower young women and works to get girls into college.
There is a non-profit organization that is changing the lives of young girls in a big way. It's called Girls Inc. and its newest chapter is here in Miami.
John Della-Cerra Jr. can tell you all about Ivy Strahahan. He knew her well, worked for her and continues to this day as a tour guide and maintenance person at Fort Lauderdale's Stranahan House, the oldest remaining building in Broward County. It was built in 1901.
Ivy Stranahan is remembered for her work involving education, ecology, women's rights, and the Seminoles
Lauren Pastrana reports in South Florida, women are shattering the glass ceiling in a number of industries - even sports.
Danya Bacchus reports Dr. Lucy Jones changed how people prepare for and respond to earthquakes.
South Florida's Athalie Range broke barriers, set standards
Patrick Range II proudly points out his grandmother's picture with President Jimmy Carter.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Ella Adler was struck while water skiing in Biscayne Bay on Saturday
Ads aimed at boosting support for a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana in Florida
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando are among the top U.S. destinations around the May 27 holiday
Bryan Maclean Howard was charged with eight counts of driving under the influence manslaughter in a deadly Florida bus crash.
Ella Adler was struck while water skiing in Biscayne Bay on Saturday
Ads aimed at boosting support for a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana in Florida
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando are among the top U.S. destinations around the May 27 holiday
Bryan Maclean Howard was charged with eight counts of driving under the influence manslaughter in a deadly Florida bus crash.
One ticket sold in Florida won a million dollars
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
Ads aimed at boosting support for a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana in Florida
President Biden and former President Donald Trump will go head-to-head in presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 10, their campaigns said Wednesday.
Former President Donald Trump's attorneys got their first chance to question Michael Cohen on his second day of testimony and took aim at his credibility.
Eight TikTok users said that the new law signed by President Biden violates their First Amendment rights.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is taking concrete steps toward a political reconciliation with Donald Trump
Jim DeFede sits down with former Key Biscayne Mayor Mike Davey, who is running to unseat Maria Elvira Salazar.
Jim DeFede talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, President of the United Teachers of Dade, and Alicia Gant, a teacher at Barbara Goleman Senior High, who is soon leaving the district to become a teacher in Washington DC.
Lauren Pastrana and her guest discuss the options currently being discussed, possible solutions and how all this might impact students, their teachers and their parents.
Lauren Pastrana does a deep dive with perspective from leaders of local Jewish and Muslim groups for their take and perspective on the protests, the fallout and the fear and threats they are creating.
Jim DeFede catches up with State Senator Lauren Book to talk about the looming six-week abortion ban while she is making her annual walk across Florida to bring attention to child sexual exploitation.
Elon Musk's Neuralink finds a brain-computer interface device captured less data a month after implant surgery.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Steward Health Care, the struggling hospital group that owns hospitals in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and other states, announced Monday that it is filing for bankruptcy.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
Google just released a scaled-down version of the flagship Pixel 8 Pro phone. Is the new model worth it?
Shop some of the best-selling Beats headphones and earbuds at Amazon to save hundreds on your favorite pair.
Save money shopping for microSD memory cards for your phone, camera, drone or other tech gear,
If you already have a valid eyeglass prescription, save money by shopping for prescription sunglasses online.
Upgrade your listening experience with the best hearing aids with Bluetooth compatibility in 2024.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
The company will keep its name and headquarters in Pittsburgh, but the United Steelworkers union voiced opposition to the deal.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Britain's monarch King Charles III has unveiled the first official portrait done of him since his coronation, to mixed reviews.
Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71.
Actor Steve Buscemi appeared to be looking at his phone moments before he was randomly punched in New York City, exclusive video obtained by CBS New York shows.
A remarkable judge of talent, Corman hired such aspiring filmmakers as Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Cameron and Martin Scorsese.