Former Cooper City Optimist Club president denies embezzlement charges, calls case politically motivated
Broward County prosecutors allege former Cooper City Optimist Club president Herminio Molina embezzled money from the nonprofit.
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Broward County prosecutors allege former Cooper City Optimist Club president Herminio Molina embezzled money from the nonprofit.
A 17-year-old charged in a reckless driving crash that killed an elderly couple in Pembroke Pines was released from jail Saturday on $350,000 bond.
A Hallandale Beach man was arrested in the Florida Keys after allegedly groping a woman, tearing her dress and threatening her with a gun, authorities say.
The victim said he blacked out after bringing the suspect home from a South Beach bar.
The family of a U.S. airman who was killed by a Florida sheriff's deputy inside his own home in 2024 has sued the deputy, the sheriff and the owner of the airman's apartment complex.
Miami police said the man was found sleeping on a stranger's couch in another apartment in the building.
Samantha Steinberg's sketches helped crack cold cases and catch fugitives, including the last of Miami's "Cocaine Cowboys."
Jeffrey Hutchinson, 62, was the fourth person executed this year in Florida under death warrants signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, with a fifth execution set for May 15.
The three men were taken as trauma alerts to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital.
Two men in Hialeah are accused of luring their relative's ex-boyfriend to a business, beating him, tying him up, and robbing him at gunpoint.
Christopher Turk was identified as a regular customer of the coffee shop.
Daniel Chala allegedly put his arm around a woman's neck after kissing her at his apartment, according to an arrest affidavit.
A South Florida businessman accused of traveling to Spain to kill his estranged wife was found dead in jail while awaiting trial.
Two people were arrested in connection to the Easter Sunday theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse, authorities said.
As the second anniversary of Destiny Bucknor's death approaches, her mother is pleading for answers in a murder case that remains unsolved. CBS News Miami's Anna McAllister is following the case.
More than a quarter million complaints reported losing money to a scam in 2024, the FBI said in a new report.
Police believe there may be more people involved and ask residents to monitor the banking activity of elderly family members.
Law enforcement said the suspected shooter is the 20-year-old son of a Leon County sheriff's deputy and a student at FSU.
Rogers would be the fifth inmate executed in Florida in 2025.
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office homicide investigators are looking into what led to the shooting.
He was taken into custody on Tuesday during a felony traffic stop.
Cuban American actor William Levy was arrested Monday in Weston on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing, according to Broward County jail records.
A Cuban woman who had come to the United States illegally has been sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison for her part in a human smuggling operation that led to the deaths of 16 people.
According to federal officials, the indictment alleges that Leslie Roberts misrepresented the forged works as authentic Andy Warhol originals.
The second victim in the triple shooting on April 4 on Twin Lakes Boulevard has died, Fort Lauderdale police said Thursday.
Police confirmed to CBS News Miami's partners at the Miami Herald on Thursday that Brown was taken into custody, though they did not comment further on his apprehension.
Authorities received a call around 2 p.m. and are investigating what appears to be a domestic case.
As per standard procedures, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting.
The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department said an investigation into the shooting is underway.
A man who was charged with throwing a sandwich at a federal agent was found not guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault by a jury in Washington, D.C.
Police confirmed to CBS News Miami's partners at the Miami Herald on Thursday that Brown was taken into custody, though they did not comment further on his apprehension.
A massive early morning fire broke out at Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra's Miami-Dade home, drawing a large firefighter response.
Authorities received a call around 2 p.m. and are investigating what appears to be a domestic case.
As per standard procedures, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting.
The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department said an investigation into the shooting is underway.
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.
A man who was charged with throwing a sandwich at a federal agent was found not guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault by a jury in Washington, D.C.
Nearly a quarter of flights arrived late into 16 of America's busiest airports in the week after air traffic controllers missed their first paycheck, data shows.
Senators will take up a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at blocking President Trump from conducting strikes against Venezuela.
A top official at the Department of Agriculture said food aid beneficiaries will receive up to 65% of their benefits, more than the initial 50% in partial payments.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term.
Jim DeFede sits down with Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia for an in-depth interview about the state's review of spending across several counties.
Property taxes are sure to come up at the 2026 legislation session, which convenes in early January.
Jim DeFede updates us on the Hope Florida Foundation investigation as a state grand jury hears testimony in the scandal.
Jim interviews the attorney for historian Marvin Dunn, who is suing Miami Dade College over that land transfer.
Jim talks one-on-one with Democratic Congressman Hakeem Jeffries from New York, the U.S. House Majority Leader.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
A recent report found high levels of lead in some protein powders and shakes, but demand among U.S. consumers has soared.
"They went in and fired entire programs, even statutorily mandated by law programs they cut entirely," she told CBS News. "So there is no staff to do this work anymore."
Resident Frances Martin was there Friday and five years ago when Gov. Ron DeSantis came to John Knox to unveil the 'new' COVID vaccine.
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.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
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.
Cher spoke with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her decades working in music, movies and fashion — along with her latest project: Cherlato.
An auction house is set to take bids on some iconic Hollywood memorabilia, from the suit worn by the "Elf" himself, to Marty McFly's hoverboard.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.