Florida Hospitals Face Staffing Shortages Amid COVID Spike
Florida leads the nation in the percentage of hospitalized patients with COVID-19, at more than 35 percent.
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Florida leads the nation in the percentage of hospitalized patients with COVID-19, at more than 35 percent.
There's no letup in the lines for people wanting a COVID test in South Florida.
Following the FDA's full approval of the Pfizer vaccine on Monday, CBS4's Jim DeFede spoke to Dr. Bechara Choucair, the White House Vaccination Coordinator who called this "an important moment."
The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer.
Leon County public schools superintendent is now requiring students in prekindergarten through eighth grade to wear masks in school in defiance of Gov. Ron DeSantis' ban on such mandates.
A guide to what each South Florida school district is requiring or mandating when it comes to masks.
Another state-run monoclonal antibody treatment site is now open at Tropical Park in Southwest Miami-Dade.
Health experts are warning people about the side effects COVID-19 can cause. According to recent data, as many as 30 percent of patients suffer from long-term neurological or psychiatric symptoms.
The increasing number of COVID-19 hospitalizations is taking a toll on South Florida healthcare workers.
The mayor of Orlando is asking residents to conserve water because liquid oxygen, used to treat the community's water supply, is needed to treat the surge of COVID-19 patients in the community.
COVID-19 has claimed the life of another South Florida police officer.
A photograph of people laying down on the floor in pain while waiting for monoclonal antibody infusions at a Jacksonville treatment site is going viral for its vivid illustration of the huge demand for COVID-19 drugs.
The Miami Heat announced Friday that all employees must be in the process of becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Sept. 1.
Another state-run monoclonal antibody treatment site will open on Saturday in South Florida. This one will be located at Tropical Park in Southwest Miami-Dade.
The number of new COVID-19 cases has dropped in the state of Florida for the first in several weeks but despite that, the surge is still a major issue for hospitals.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced the opening of another monoclonal antibody treatment center on Friday.
A legal battle over Gov. Ron DeSantis' attempts to prevent school mask mandates will go ahead next week after a circuit judge refused to dismiss the case Thursday.
The number of newly reported COVID-19 infections in Florida dipped Thursday, but the number of hospitalizations increased, according to data maintained by two federal agencies.
Studies from overseas show vaccinated people are beginning to show worsening symptoms in their breakthrough cases.
"Today we lost a truly beloved and hardworking member of the Miami Beach family. Please pray for Eddie and his family," said Chief Richard Clements in a statement.
Broward Health's Salah Foundation Children's Hospital has opened a monoclonal antibody clinic for COVID-19 pediatric patients.
As monoclonal antibody treatment centers open in South Florida and across the state, some people may be wondering exactly what is a monoclonal antibody?
Miami-Dade County Public School students head back to class on Monday, and they will be wearing masks, following Wednesday's decision by the school board to mandate masks despite threats of severe penalties for defying Gov. Ron DeSantis order, which says parents should decide whether their children wear masks.
A federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study released Wednesday shows the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines have become less effective in keeping nursing-home residents safe as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus has spread and that booster shots might be needed.
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Florida, the White House announced Wednesday that nursing homes that rely on Medicaid and Medicare funding must require their staff members to get vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Police are investigating the suspicious deaths of two people found in a home and are seeking the public's help to locate the homeowner's missing grandson.
A Level 2, or slight risk, alert of flash flooding has been issued for Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
A missing 5-year-old girl from Hollywood has been safely found in New York with her mother, who is now facing charges.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
No. 5 Miami and No. 18 USF are gearing up for a big matchup on Saturday, both entering the game with 2-0 records.
Police are investigating the suspicious deaths of two people found in a home and are seeking the public's help to locate the homeowner's missing grandson.
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
A Level 2, or slight risk, alert of flash flooding has been issued for Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
A missing 5-year-old girl from Hollywood has been safely found in New York with her mother, who is now facing charges.
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.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
A witness who saw the moment Charlie Kirk was fatally shot said he had just begun debating someone about mass shootings and gun violence when he was shot.
Conservative activist and commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while he was speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Jim DeFede interviews Paul Renner about his newly announced run for governor and his reasons for seeking the job.
Florida is facing heated debate after Gov. DeSantis and Surgeon General Ladapo announced plans to end vaccine mandates.
Jim goes one-on-one with the attorney opposing the proposed Florida Power & Light rate hike, which totals nearly $10 billion over the next four years.
Democratic congressman speaks out on FEMA cuts and immigration detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz."
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with Marvin Dunn, the historian, author, and civil rights advocate who is an authority on anything to do with Black Miami or Black Florida.
CBS News Miami is highlighting upcoming free mammogram events across South Florida, where women must register online in advance to receive screenings.
A large group of current and former HHS staffers are pushing for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to either resign or be fired, after weeks of tumult at the health agency.
CBS News Miami visited a South Florida family's kitchen with a nutritionist to gather information that can help you live a better life.
A Florida dairy farm was named in a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims she lost her unborn child after getting sick from drinking raw milk. Her toddler also got sick.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
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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.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
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A lightsaber Darth Vader used in the Star Wars films "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" sold at auction for more than $3.6 million.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
Disney violated a federal privacy law when it failed to properly label YouTube videos, federal regulators allege.