Book made with human skin removed from Harvard Library
The book contains a handwritten note by its first owner saying, "a book about the human soul deserved to have a human covering."
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The book contains a handwritten note by its first owner saying, "a book about the human soul deserved to have a human covering."
A transgender teacher and a nonbinary teacher are trying to block part of a 2023 law that restricts pronouns and titles that educators can use in public schools
Marybel Rodriguez introduces us to Maurits Acosta, who is a student to be reckoned with.
The board approved a pilot program to put full-sized metal detectors in 10 high schools this year
New College of Florida is slated to receive tens of millions of dollars in a budget approved this month by the Legislature - but will face requirements tied to some of the money.
The rule will deal with measures approved by the legislature in the last two years
Students and teachers will be able to speak freely about sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it's not part of instruction.
The NAACP says Black student-athletes should reconsider attending public colleges and universities in Florida.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the president of the Miami-Dade Education Coalition, a group trying to replace the teachers union in Miami-Dade County.
Florida school districts could opt to allow volunteer chaplains in schools under a bill the Legislature sent to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The Florida Senate on Wednesday gave final approval to a measure designed to keep "identity politics" out of teacher preparation programs that lead to educators getting their professional certificates, readying the bill to go to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Restitution for decades of abuse at two now-shuttered reform schools where boys were beaten, raped and killed is now in the hands of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis after the Senate unanimously passed a bill Monday to set aside $20 million for victims.
The University of Florida is eliminating its chief diversity officer position, scrapping the program's staff jobs and halting any contracts involving the subject because of a new law passed last year that was pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Jim DeFede and the Broward County Public Schools Superintendent tackle the measles outbreak, and school closures due to under-enrollment.
Under the bill, the state Department of Education would be directed to "prepare and offer" educational standards related to communism history instruction, and would require certain concepts to be included.
The University of Florida is eliminating its chief diversity officer position, scrapping the program's staff jobs and halting any contracts involving the subject because of a new law passed last year that was pushed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Decades later, survivors known as "The White House Boys" still struggle when recalling the mental, physical and sexual abuse they endured while in the state's care at the Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys in Marianna.
In this edition of Students Who Shine, Marybel Rodriguez introduces us to Leila Hilliard: a senior at the School for Advanced Studies, Kendall Campus.
MDCPS has launched its "Ready, Set, Enroll!" campaign this morning with a variety of programs for the 2024-2025 school year.
The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs
On Friday, Broward County Public Schools announced that there was one confirmed case reported at Manatee Bay Elementary School. The next day, BCPS announced that three additional cases were reported overnight, bringing the total to four.
Broward County Public Schools told The Miami Herald that the cause of the fire is unknown.
The presentation will happen this Saturday during a Diversity Fair on the school's baseball field
Some lawmakers have questioned if the bill would give high school drop-outs a "better deal" than students who graduate
Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata alerted board members of an upcoming state audit in a February 1st memo. It's one we obtained through multiple sources.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
A Florida man convicted of killing his estranged wife's sister and parents and setting their house on fire was put to death Wednesday.
The southbound lanes of the Palmetto Expressway were shut down Wednesday afternoon in Hialeah.
The couple's infant child, who was with Ariely Alvarez Cabrera at the time of her arrest, is now with family members and is reported to be doing fine.
Since the theft, the Humane Society has posted new signs banning backpacks and bags inside kennels.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
A Florida man convicted of killing his estranged wife's sister and parents and setting their house on fire was put to death Wednesday.
The southbound lanes of the Palmetto Expressway were shut down Wednesday afternoon in Hialeah.
The National Hurricane Center expects Gabrielle to become a hurricane by Sunday.
The couple's infant child, who was with Ariely Alvarez Cabrera at the time of her arrest, is now with family members and is reported to be doing fine.
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.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
The U.S. government is adding more questions to the civics test that applicants need to pass to become American citizens.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
An Orlando restaurant owner has turned 49 parking spots outside her eatery into art spaces.
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.
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.
Steve Tellefsen makes the rounds at Memorial Health Care's chemo unit, visiting people who are fighting cancer as an understanding ear.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
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.
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.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
The show won for outstanding drama series and Noah Wyle won his first Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.