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Prosecutors say a South Florida family of gypsies amassed $40 million in a fortune-telling scam, warning victims that if they didn't follow the psychics' advice, terrible things would happen to them or their loves ones.
There's a water warning for South Florida beachgoers; beware of stinging jellyfish which have arrived in near record numbers to our tourist packed shorelines.
South Florida will be flirting with record heat most of the work week and when humidity is factored in, it will feel like the triple-digits.
South Florida farmers whose crops were withered by drought and fried by the heat may soon get some help, after Broward and Palm Beach counties were included in a disaster declaration by the US Department of Agriculture covering 27 Florida counties.
There has been much talk about the debt debate, and South Floridians have many questions about what happens if Congress doesn't get a deal on the debt ceiling.
South Floridians may not like all the recent rain but it's helping the state's drought. Water managers say while South Florida does remain in drought conditions, the rainy summer has boosted water levels in Lake Okeechobee.
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2," the film based on J.K. Rowling's final book in the popular series, will open in theaters across South Florida at midnight, and many South Floridian fans are lining up hours before.
Authorities are investigating the death of an elderly woman who they say may have been hit by a train in South Florida.
He was a high school dropout, a former bikini salesman and a deadbeat dad who barely made it into the Florida bar. But now he's one of the most talked about attorneys known for pulling off what some are calling one of the most stunning court victories in history.
As Casey Anthony stood before the courtroom Tuesday afternoon and awaited her faith South Floridians were glued to their televisions and computers for the latest on the decision. In the end, it was a shocker for many and relief for others.
South Floridians marked the 235th anniversary of independence in ways as varied as there are Americans.
Strong thunderstorm warnings were issued through South Florida at approximately 3:30 p.m. Thursday and brought with it heavy rain, high winds and some lightning.
Multiple South Florida winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $16,898.12 each, the Florida Lottery said Friday.
When customer service is lacking in all industries, a local company has created a medical concierge service that puts patients first.
People around the world are celebrating Fathers on June 19, 2011! Whether you would like to take your father or grandfather out for a special celebration with brunch, sightseeing or something that will last longer down the road, there's lots to do in South Florida for that special person in your life.
Officials are asking beachgoers in South Florida to use extreme cautions as a high risk of rip currents is expected Friday. Florida Division of Emergency Management officials are reminding beachgoers in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties to beware.
South Florida is about to get another presidential visit. President Barack Obama is set to return to Miami on Monday, June 13th for a series of campaign fundraisers that will not only raise money for Democrats but also for his own re-election campaign
It's a mix of good and bad news for South Florida's jobless claims. First-time unemployment claims for May continue to trend below where they were a year ago.
An index of home prices in big metro areas, including South Florida, has reached its lowest level since 2002, driven down by foreclosures, a glut of unsold homes and the reluctance or inability of many to buy.
Memorial Day weekend is here and South Floridians, including crowds from around the world, are enjoying the state and what it had to offer. From BBQs to parades, time in the sun and simple family fun South Florida has a lot to offer this weekend.
If you want to go parasailing in South Florida or the Keys try Caribbean Watersports, Ft. Lauderdale Parasail, Miami Beach Parasail, Neptune Parasail or Sunset Watersports.
Haitians in South Florida are celebrating the inauguration of Haiti's president Michel Martelly. Back in Haiti, a smiling Martelly, wearing the red and blue presidential sash, walked out of a white parliament building holding his wife's right hand.
South Floridians are breathing a lot easier Friday now that the smoke and haze from a huge Everglades brush fire is nearly contained.
Five winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $42,142.70 each, and one of those winning tickets were purchased in Miami, the Florida Lottery said Wednesday.
The Florida Panthers blew another 2-0 home lead, losing 5-3 to the Calgary Flames after a decisive Calgary rally.
A pre-dawn fire at a Deerfield Beach townhome displaced a family and their dog, prompting a one-alarm response and assistance from neighbors and the American Red Cross.
Azruddin Mohamed, a Guyana politician and former presidential candidate, is charged in a gold-export tax evasion scheme that ran through Miami, prosecutors say.
A tabletop camping stove sold by Walmart and children's helmets sold by Walmart and Amazon.com are under recall.
The 39-year-old man has six previous convictions and has now been handed preliminary charges of robbery by an organized gang.
The Florida Panthers blew another 2-0 home lead, losing 5-3 to the Calgary Flames after a decisive Calgary rally.
A pre-dawn fire at a Deerfield Beach townhome displaced a family and their dog, prompting a one-alarm response and assistance from neighbors and the American Red Cross.
Azruddin Mohamed, a Guyana politician and former presidential candidate, is charged in a gold-export tax evasion scheme that ran through Miami, prosecutors say.
Here are the four finalists for the CBS Miami Nat Moore Trophy for this year.
A tabletop camping stove sold by Walmart and children's helmets sold by Walmart and Amazon.com are under recall.
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.
In a social media post, President Trump wrote that he "will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover."
President Trump said Thursday evening that Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom died from her injuries in the Washington, D.C., shooting, and Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe was "fighting for his life."
The review comes after an Afghan national who arrived in the U.S. in 2021 was arrested in the shooting of two National Guard members.
On Wednesday night, two members of the National Guard were shot near the White House.
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
Jim DeFede investigates the millions of dollars in state funding cuts for meal programs across South Florida.
Jim DeFede interviews Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins, who is mulling a run for governor in 2026.
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.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Health experts reveal that many Americans indulge in a staggering 4,500 calories during this festive meal.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
The man, Johnson Wen, was sent back to Australia and "has been barred from re-entering Singapore," the city-state's immigration authority said in a statement quoted by broadcaster CNA.
The rapper testified at a federal court in Miami on Thursday as part of a defamation lawsuit against a social media commentator who allegedly distributed an AI-generated sexually explicit video of the rapper.
Many fans of Taylor Swift showed parasocial relationships with the pop star after her engagement to Travis Kelce.