Ocean lifeguards reflect on a demanding year in South Florida
Miami Beach Ocean Rescue recorded 577 water rescues last year, while Fort Lauderdale's team made 196.
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Miami Beach Ocean Rescue recorded 577 water rescues last year, while Fort Lauderdale's team made 196.
Morgan Rynor reports the grandparents of Mila Yankelevich, 7, arrived Wednesday morning at Miami International Airport on a flight from Buenos Aires.
Capt. Frank Florio III, Commander of Coast Guard Sector Miami, outlined the details of the incident and the ongoing investigation.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday held its first press conference following a fatal collision between a barge and a sailboat near Miami Beach that killed two children.
On Tuesday afternoon, Capt. Frank Florio III, commanding officer Coast Guard Sector Miami held a press conference on Monday’s deadly collision between a barge and a sailboat near Miami Beach that killed two children.
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating a fatal vessel collision off Miami Beach, near Hibiscus Island, after a barge struck a sailboat Monday morning carrying children participating in a summer sailing program.
Two children were killed and four others injured Monday after a barge struck a sailboat off Miami Beach, near Hibiscus Island, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Ivan Taylor reports five children and one adult were pulled from the water during a massive search and rescue operation.
The city commission this week approved a one-year pilot program allowing alcohol sales at two public beach locations.
Anthony Caruso is charged with second-degree murder in the death of his mother, whose body was found in a dumpster at his apartment building, police say.
A Miami Beach man accused of killing his mother and placing her body in a dumpster was ordered held without bond Monday afternoon after a judge found probable cause to support a second-degree murder charge.
Miami Beach Police told CBS News Miami that they had an eight-hour standoff with the suspect before taking him into custody.
Steve Maugeri reports Anthony Caruso has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his mother.
Three people say they were beaten, robbed, and traumatized in a luxury apartment building where security systems failed.
Gervonta Davis is accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend on Father's Day, according to police
Ohad Fisherman was accused of helping twin brothers Oren and Alon Alexander sexually assault a woman nearly nine years ago.
Ohad Fisherman was previously charged with one count of sexual battery involving multiple perpetrators, accused of aiding and assisting Oren and Alon Alexander.
South Florida serves as a key hub for these efforts, with the Joint Interagency Task Force-South in Key West coordinating detection and monitoring of illegal drug transit.
The U.S. Coast Guard announced the offloading of approximately 2,220 pounds of cocaine and 3,320 pounds of marijuana, valued at $20.1 million, Wednesday at Coast Guard Base Miami Beach.
CBS News Miami's Anna McAllister reports from outside Diddy's home on Star Island in Miami Beach.
Not only does this help local businesses, it's also great for visitors and residents heading to the beach, restaurants and shops..
A woman faces charges including DUI and battery on a police officer after a Miami Beach arrest caught on video; a judge set her bond at $3,000 and placed her on an immigration hold.
Officers were dispatched to Flamingo Towers at 1508 Bay Road on Tuesday, June 17, following reports of an armed robbery.
A Miami Beach man is facing a vessel homicide charge related to a fatal November 2024 boat crash in the Florida Keys, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Residents of Flamingo Towers in Miami Beach are expressing fear and frustration following a violent armed home invasion earlier this week.
Starbucks Workers United is calling the strike the "red cup rebellion," since the strike coincides with the coffee chain's annual Red Cup Day promotion.
After 43 days and more than a dozen attempts to reopen the government, President Trump signed the funding package, passed by the Senate and House, into law.
With a new city hall inside the Sky building, Oakland Park is expanding housing, businesses and public spaces ahead of its 2029 centennial.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader who twice ran for president in the 1980s, has been hospitalized.
The $500 million project will add apartments, a sustainable timber office building, and new dining and entertainment spaces, aiming to transform Flagler Village into a creative hub.
Starbucks Workers United is calling the strike the "red cup rebellion," since the strike coincides with the coffee chain's annual Red Cup Day promotion.
After 43 days and more than a dozen attempts to reopen the government, President Trump signed the funding package, passed by the Senate and House, into law.
With a new city hall inside the Sky building, Oakland Park is expanding housing, businesses and public spaces ahead of its 2029 centennial.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader who twice ran for president in the 1980s, has been hospitalized.
The $500 million project will add apartments, a sustainable timber office building, and new dining and entertainment spaces, aiming to transform Flagler Village into a creative hub.
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.
After 43 days and more than a dozen attempts to reopen the government, President Trump signed the funding package, passed by the Senate and House, into law.
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
The House returns Wednesday for the first time since the start of the government shutdown, bringing an end to the chamber's longest absence in recent memory.
The only grandson of John F. Kennedy, Jack Schlossberg, is vying to become the latest Kennedy family scion to enter Congress.
A provision of shutdown deal authorizes senators to bring lawsuits if federal law enforcement seizes or subpoenas their data without notifying them, with potential damages of $500,000.
Jim DeFede talks with Randi Weingarten about the warning bell she rings in her new book, "Why Fascists Fear Teachers."
Jim DeFede talks with Bryan Calvo, the newly elected mayor of Hialeah.
Jim DeFede interviews Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, who just announced he's running for governor in 2026.
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.
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.
Cleto Escobedo III, longtime bandleader of the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show, has died, Jimmy Kimmel announced Tuesday. He was 59.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy tells "CBS Sunday Morning" that aggressive conversations about him can quickly spiral online, prompting him to get 24/7 security.
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.