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Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday appointed six new members to the New College of Florida Board of Trustees in a move that one appointee and conservative ally of DeSantis said is aimed at "recapturing higher education."
A newborn was surrendered to Florida's first and only Safe Haven Baby Box, marking the first time it has been used.
Search of his home uncovered three containers of antifreeze, multiple cans of tuna, and fish-flavored rat poison
Amid a fierce national debate about immigration issues, Florida next week will try to convince a U.S. district judge that the Biden administration is violating federal laws through policies that lead to releasing undocumented immigrants.
Florida had a November unemployment rate of 2.6 percent, December's data will be released later this month
Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie pointed to issues that have arisen as the state recovers from hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
Both calves are spending quality time bonding with their moms in adjacent maternity areas
Bed Bath & Beyond reported that net sales for its third fiscal quarter sank more than 30%
Gov. DeSantis has repeatedly clashed with Democratic lawmakers and unions representing professors and teachers over his education initiatives
A Florida Power & Light contractor died Wednesday afternoon after coming in contact with a power line.
As Gov. Ron DeSantis targets "trendy ideology" in higher education, his administration is asking state colleges and universities for information about resources they are putting into activities related to diversity, equity and inclusion and critical race theory.
A new poll has found that many Floridians would prefer to move west -- as in Colorado.
Survey found 54 percent of Americans say they want to reduce their alcohol intake
Though she's in custody, she's not currently charged with the murders.
Nearly 150,000 valid petition signatures have been submitted to the state as part of an initiative to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, according to the Florida Division of Elections website.
Nevertheless, at no point of his speech, the governor said specifically he would run for the White House in 2024.
Gov. Ron DeSantis declared that freedom lives in Florida during swearing in for his second term in office.
The female suspect also wanted the officers to give her a ride to the airport
After the crew of the Celebration rescued the five people, they were turned over to the US Coast Guard
AAA auto club said Tuesday the average price in Florida was $3.29, with the national average at $3.23
Malachi Love-Robinson pleaded guilty to charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud
The beaches are not open because they're not safe
Law prohibits public officials from working as lobbyists while holding public office.
A spokesperson for the park said a power outage caused the wheel to stop moving
AAA finds many risky behaviors that were declining in recent years are making a comeback
Martinez was sentenced to prison nearly 11 months after being convicted of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.
Tesla's stock is climbing after Musk on Monday disclosed the purchase of more than 2.5 million shares worth approximately $1 billion.
The state average for regular unleaded gasoline continues its downward trend.
The injured workers were taken to HCA Florida Aventura Hospital.
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
Martinez was sentenced to prison nearly 11 months after being convicted of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.
Tesla's stock is climbing after Musk on Monday disclosed the purchase of more than 2.5 million shares worth approximately $1 billion.
The state average for regular unleaded gasoline continues its downward trend.
The injured workers were taken to HCA Florida Aventura Hospital.
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
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.
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
"We have a framework for a TikTok deal," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said after talks with Chinese officials in Spain.
ICE raids, the federally led English-only initiative and an anti-DEI push have changed the national climate in which Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations occur -- when they do at all.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said "I think this could be a turning point" for the country in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death, urging leaders to "turn down the rhetoric."
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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.
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.
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.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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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.
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.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
Polly Holliday, the last surviving member of the principal cast of the long-running sitcom "Alice," has died at 88. Linda Lavin, who played the title character, died last year.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.