Miami Proud: Lotus House Culinary Program Aids In Transforming Lives
Lotus House, a nonprofit shelter for women and children in Miami, aids in transforming lives and it starts in the kitchen.
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Lotus House, a nonprofit shelter for women and children in Miami, aids in transforming lives and it starts in the kitchen.
Four aspiring artists have been selected to paint with Miami's king of pop art, Romero Britto, as part of the Little Dreams Foundation.
If dogs could talk, a sweet, lucky pit bull terrier could tell us quite the tale. How she ended up at a recent Broward Sheriff Office award ceremony, all starts with a firefighter with a soft spot for animals named Marcus Alphonse.
A lifelong athlete, Terese Terranova has won 64 national titles, including 30 gold medals in six different sports. Her specialty is table tennis.
Making friends, hanging out, it sounds so simple. But it is not easy for everyone, especially those on the autism spectrum or with Down syndrome, and other disabilities. At the Friendship Circle in Kendall, a unique formula introduces teenage and young adult volunteers to friends, and through shared experiences.
A one-of-a-kind collaboration between the Broward Family Court and the Seminole Tribe of Florida is all about making families stronger.
Toniyah Washington grew up on the basketball court. It is her passion, but four years ago this week, Washington underwent life-saving surgery and her road to recovery provided more challenging than you could imagine.
Injured wild birds find sanctuary at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center in Key Largo.
Everyone remembers a favorite teacher, someone who made a real impact. Wendell Exclusa is one of those educators whose students are now rallying around him in his time of need.
Santa Claus made a special visit along with the Fraternal Order of Police, bringing holiday cheer to kids and adults at Easterseals of South Florida in Miami.
Folk singer Inez Barlatier is poised for the next step that all budding performers hope for thanks to the Miami Theater Center.
Heartfelt hard work is underway at Judy Dye's Fort Lauderdale home. It's a demolition project that is repaying an act of kindness that happened 14 years ago, with just one neighbor looking out for another.
Do you love art? How about really old historic art? The Deering Estate has unveiled a new exhibit featuring rare, centuries-old artifacts including two beautiful stained glass pieces.
Members of the South Florida Woodworking Guild are busy carving and sanding, making toys for the holidays.
The Miami Book Fair is a world-class literary event, kicking off its 36th year on Sunday, November 17. Book Fair co-founder Mitchell Kaplan says the Magic City and the business of storytelling has made an evolution through the years.
A norovirus outbreak sickened dozens of passengers on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas cruise ship during its two-week voyage.
The Florida Cabinet on Tuesday passed the agenda item during its meeting with "unanimous support," according to DeSantis.
Pfizer's CEO said President Trump's threat of tariffs motivated his company to take swift action.
"The formula changes," without Hill, coach McDaniel said.
Victor Tony Jones, 64, is set to receive a lethal injection starting at 6 p.m. at Florida State Prison near Starke under a death warrant signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Pfizer's CEO said President Trump's threat of tariffs motivated his company to take swift action.
A group of Democratic senators is asking the Justice Department to help prevent convicted U.S. Capitol rioters from being reimbursed by taxpayers for court-ordered fines.
A prolonged government shutdown, as occurred in 2018, could lead to long lines at TSA checkpoints and economic losses, experts warn.
An ICE officer who was initially relieved of his duties after being captured on video pushing a woman to the ground has been returned to duty, two U.S. officials familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Prosecutors have charged the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk with aggravated murder and plan to seek the death penalty.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with Karla Hernandez-Mats, former president of the United Teachers of Dade, who is now the President of Educated We Stand.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with Richard Lamondin, a South Florida businessman who is hoping to be the Democratic candidate next year against Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar.
Jim DeFede speaks to Rep. Maxwell Frost about what is happening from the suspension of ABC late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel to the government threatening to go after journalists.
Jim goes one-on-one with Jennifer Jenkins, a Democrat from Brevard County who has just announced her candidacy to challenge Florida's junior Senator, Republican Ashley Moody, in 2026.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with state Sen. Joe Gruters, who is also the chair of the Republican National Committee about the assassination about conservative political activist Charlie Kirk.
President Trump's announcement this week about an alleged link between Tylenol and autism has drawn pushback from medical experts.
The faulty engines can cause toxic fumes to leak into the aircraft cabin's air supply, posing health and safety risks to crew members and passengers.
Florida's surgeon general said he isn't ready to make recommendations on the use of acetaminophen by pregnant women.
The alert was issued in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon that was killed in the Davie area off I-595 on Sept. 16.
Steve Tellefsen makes the rounds at Memorial Health Care's chemo unit, visiting people who are fighting cancer as an understanding ear.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
Prosecutors are urging a New York federal judge to send Sean "Diddy" Combs to prison for over 11 years following his conviction on prostitution-related charges.
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Bad Bunny will lead the 2026 Super Bowl halftime festivities at Levi's Stadium on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.
Selena Gomez married Benny Blanco, the music producer and songwriter to whom she'd been engaged since last year. Gomez shared photos from the ceremony on social media.
The first episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" following the comedian's return from the show's suspension drew a broadcast audience about four times larger than average.
Attorneys for the family of the a man who died after riding a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort believe he hit his head on a restraint.