Surfside mayor: "Buildings like this don't fall down in America"
Mayor Charles Burkett called the collapse "an unmitigated catastrophe."
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Deadly Florida building collapse
At least one person is dead after a 12-story condo tower collapsed in Florida. Crews continue to work to try to find any survivors that may be trapped under the rubble. Manuel Bojorquez reports from the scene, and speaks to Surfside, Florida’s mayor.
Video shows boy being pulled from rubble after condo collapse
A mattress could be seen near the boy as he was rescued and placed on a backboard.
Florida high-rise condo collapses
One person is confirmed dead and dozens are missing after part of a high-rise condo building in Surfside, Florida, collapsed early Thursday morning. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from the scene.
Judge blocks CDC's cruise ship restrictions
A federal judge blocked the CDC's coronavirus restrictions for cruise lines in Florida, saying rules on vaccinations and other measures should be voluntary. Washington Post reporter Hannah Sampson joined CBSN with more.
Number of missing unknown in building collapse
Officials said at a press conference that dozens of units in a 12-story condo building with over 130 units collapsed early Thursday morning in Surfside, Florida, north of Miami Beach. Search and rescue pulled 35 people from the structure, part of which was still standing, and two people were pulled from the rubble, one of whom died. The number of missing is currently unknown. Watch the press conference.
Miami mayor gives update on building collapse
At least one person is dead and dozens are missing after a high-rise condominium partially collapsed in Sunrise, Florida, overnight. Search and rescue crews are on the scene just north of Miami Beach. Miami Mayor Francis Suarez joined CBSN to discuss how his city is helping the ongoing recovery efforts.
Survivor recounts Surfside building collapse
Barry Cohen was inside his Surfside, Florida apartment when he thought he heard lightning outside. He tells Manuel Bojorquez about the frightening moments he realized his building had partially collapsed.
Former Miami fire chief on building collapse
Early Thursday morning, a high rise building partially collapsed in Surfside, Florida, just north of Miami. Former Miami-Dade Fire Chief Dave Downey joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the collapse and what rescue efforts could look like.
Mayor on building collapse: "It's unspeakable"
Charles Burkett, the mayor of Surfside, Florida, spoke to CBS Miami Thursday morning about the partial collapse of a high-rise condo building in his town. He described it as "unspeakable," and said he believes people are still trapped in the rubble. "You don't see that in the United States. You don't see buildings falling down. ... There is something really wrong here," he said.
Police find bodies of 2 sisters in Florida canal
Nearly eight hours after the first body was found, another one was discovered about 500 feet away.
Police discover bodies of 2 girls in Florida canal
A mother is in police custody after the bodies of her young daughters were found in a Florida canal. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Florida gubernatorial candidate on trying to beat Desantis
The governor's race in Florida is shaping up for one of the top gubernatorial races of 2022. Florida agriculture commissioner Nikki Fried, the only Democratic candidate who holds a statewide office, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about her campaign.
Video shows trooper tasing biracial teen
The mother of a biracial teen says her son was "profiled" by a state trooper who used his taser on the 16-year-old. The trooper said he suspected him of burglary. Surveillance video shows what happened in a Florida backyard. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Florida GOP candidate claims opponent plotted to kill her
"I do not feel safe and I am currently in fear for my life from Mr. Braddock," Anna Paulina Luna said in her petition.
Some states try to limit teaching of critical race theory in public schools
More than 20 states have introduced legislation that would limit teaching critical race theory in their public schools. Five states have already moved to ban educators from teaching it, including Florida and Tennessee. Russell Contreras, who covers race and justice for Axios, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss why the teaching concept has become so divisive.
Video of Florida trooper tasing teen sparks outrage
A Florida state trooper was caught on video tasing a 16-year-old, after following him into his girlfriend's backyard because he looked suspicious, according to the trooper.
1 killed when truck crashes into Pride parade
One man was killed and another injured when a pickup truck crashed into a Pride parade in Florida on Saturday. Police say the deadly incident was a tragic accident. Mola Lenghi reports.
Deadly storm Claudette regains strength
Parts of the southern U.S. are on high alert as deadly storm Claudette continues its destructive path. It is being blamed for more than a dozen deaths, including 10 children, nine in one crash. CBS News digital journalist Jessi Mitchell joins CBSN with the latest.
1 dead after parade participant accidentally drives into crowd
Police said the driver and both victims are members of the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus.
A triathlete's mentor
It did not appear that competing in a triathlon was in the cards for 14-year-old Caleb Prewitt, of Jacksonville, Florida, who has Down Syndrome – until he met 21-year-old triathlete Chris Nikic, the first person with Down Syndrome to ever complete the grueling 140-mile Ironman competition. What Nikic did next was even more herculean: taking the young fan under his wing and planting a dream. Steve Hartman reports.
$1.2 million worth of cocaine washes up at Florida Space Force base
A wildlife manager at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station was performing a sea turtle nesting survey when she spotted a small package wrapped in plastic — and then she kept finding more of them.
Disney World to let vaccinated visitors take off masks
Face masks optional for vaccinated visitors to theme park, though Disney workers won't require proof of COVID-19 shots.
Why do mass shooters choose the AR-15 style rifle?
Some of the worst massacres in recent memory have had something in common: the AR-15 style rifle. Scott Pelley reports on why the high velocity rounds used in the gun makes it so deadly.
Florida's manatees dying at a high rate
Manatees in Florida are dying at an alarming rate this year, and scientists say the beloved water creature's habitat is being threatened by pollution like never before. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Trump unveils "Gold Card" fast-track visas for $1 million
President Trump's "Gold Card" program will be rolled out in the coming weeks, allowing the world's wealthy to apply for fast-track visas — if they pay $1 million or more.
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Trump says U.S. military has struck another alleged drug boat, killing 3
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Acting U.S. attorney resigns amid concern he could be fired for not prosecuting NY AG
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Ted Cruz criticizes Trump-appointed FCC chair for urging "action" on Jimmy Kimmel
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas sharply criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr for his comments on Jimmy Kimmel, calling them "dangerous as hell" and likening his move to a mafia shakedown.
Trump administration ending legal status of thousands of Syrians in U.S.
The Trump administration is ending the Temporary Protected Status of thousands of immigrants from Syria living in the U.S.
Voting kicks off in Virginia governor's race — as Trump policies take center-stage
Early in-person voting began Friday in Virginia's gubernatorial election, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears making their case to voters.
Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
The Trump administration is targeting a visa widely used by tech companies and other employers to hire foreign workers.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.