Super Bowl fans to get PPE kits
The NFL is planning to give thousands of fans attending the Super Bowl in person free kits containing personal protective equipment. CBS Los Angeles reports.
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2 FBI agents killed while serving warrant in Florida
The agents killed were identified as Special Agent Daniel Alfin and Special Agent Laura Schwartzenberger.
2 FBI agents killed in Florida standoff
Two FBI agents were fatally shot and three were wounded while serving a warrant in South Florida on Tuesday, triggering a massive law enforcement response. CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.
SpaceX announces plans for first all-civilian space flight
The mission aims to raise $200 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and one of the crew members will be a frontline health worker.
Efforts to stop COVID-19 spread kick into high gear
CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports from Miami as the threat from new strains of coronavirus have the nation on edge.
Attorney calls for firing of officer seen slamming student to ground
"We demand that this officer be terminated because this is unacceptable," Attorney Ben Crump told CBS News.
Florida deputy under investigation for allegedly body-slamming student
A Florida deputy is under investigation after a video appeared to show him body-slamming a female high school student to the ground. CBS News spoke with the teenager's mother and their attorney, Benjamin Crump.
Florida university has trained dogs to detect COVID-19
Florida International University says its canines can sniff the virus on surfaces, with a high rate of accuracy.
Florida fire captain accused of stealing COVID-19 vaccine doses
The county's "paramedic of the year" was arrested for covering up Anthony Damiano's theft.
Video shows resource officer slamming high school student to ground
The video, widely circulated on social media, shows the female student at a high school in Kissimmee, Florida lying motionless as she's handcuffed by the officer.
SpaceX launches more satellites
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket boosted a record 143 small satellites into a polar orbit on Sunday in the company's first dedicated "rideshare" mission. CBSN's Lana Zak reports.
NFL invites health care workers to Super Bowl
Thousands of health care workers are receiving an invite to the Super Bowl, courtesy of the NFL. Roger Goodell, the league's commissioner, announced Friday that 7,500 vaccinated health care workers will be invited to the annual championship game, being played this year in Tampa, as a thank you for their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida "Monkey Whisperer" charged with illegally selling primates
Jimmy Wayne Hammonds is with illegally transporting and selling primates, including a species considered endangered.
Florida state officials want to put a stop to COVID "vaccine tourism"
Florida is working to put guidelines for a new trend being called "vaccine tourism," in which people from outside the state travel to Florida to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Trump skips inauguration and heads to Florida resort
Former President Trump skipped town before President Biden was inaugurated, but CBS News has learned that the TVs on Air Force One were tuned in to the festivities. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid reports.
Trump's move to Mar-a-Lago sparks backlash
President Trump is apparently planning a move to Mar-a-Lago after his presidency ends. But his Palm Beach neighbors say his decision to permanently live on the property violates the rules stipulated by a 1993 agreement. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Fired COVID data scientist charged
Rebekah Jones, Florida's former state COVID-19 data scientist, turned herself in to police after a warrant was issued for her arrest alleging illegal use of the state's computer system. She previously accused top officials of manipulating data to downplay the state's coronavirus outbreak. CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.
Some wealthy people try to cut vaccine line
As many Americans wait desperately for their chance to get the COVID vaccine, there are accusations that some wealthy and well-connected people are trying to cut the line. In Florida, officials are investigating reports that a luxury assisted living facility offered and vaccinated its board members and wealthy donors, out of turn. Manuel Bojorquez has the details on how and why this may be happening.
Reward offered after manatee spotted with "Trump" drawn on back
The aquatic mammal was spotted around noon Sunday during a manatee swim tour in shallow water in Homosassa Springs.
U.S. Capitol riot sparks protests nationwide
In the wake of the deadly protest at the Capitol on Wednesday, supporters of President Trump are protesting and storming state capitols nationwide. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Man photographed carrying Pelosi's lectern has been arrested
"A search of open sources led law enforcement to Johnson, who is allegedly seen in a widely circulated photo inside the Capitol carrying the lectern," said the Justice Department.
Betsy DeVos on 60 Minutes in 2018
From 2018: Betsy DeVos, the lightning rod secretary of education, says she's "more misunderstood than anything."
Coast Guard suspends search for boat carrying approximately 20
The agency said it searched approximately 17,000 square miles for 84 hours to no avail.
Florida officials investigate new variant case
Florida officials have reported a case of the new coronavirus variant as COVID-19 cases continue to surge around the country. Dr. Bob Lahita, chairman of medicine at St. Joseph University Hospital and a professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and New York Medical College, joins CBSN to discuss the spread of the mutation.
New coronavirus variant found in 2 states
A new, potentially more contagious variant of the coronavirus first reported in the U.K. has been discovered in California and Colorado. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a pediatric infectious diseases physician and professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa, joins CBSN to answer key questions about this new virus strain.
Trump criticizes European allies in U.N. speech: "Your countries are going to hell"
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, the 80th anniversary of the world body.
Ryan Routh guilty in Trump assassination attempt, tries to stab himself after verdict
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
Nexstar to continue preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after ABC return
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
Secret Service disrupts telecom network that threatened NYC during U.N. gathering
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
Bill Gates warns child deaths could rise for first time in decades
Bill Gates warns 2025 could be the first year in decades with rising child deaths, urging the U.S. to maintain global health funding as innovations.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has served enough time in prison, defense tells judge
Combs faces an Oct. 3 sentencing after his conviction by a Manhattan jury on two charges that outlaw interstate commerce related to prostitution.
"Nightmare bacteria" cases are rising in the U.S., researchers say
Government scientists say infection rates from drug-resistant "nightmare bacteria" have been increasing dramatically.
MLB approves robot umpires as part of challenge system in 2026
Human plate umpires will still call balls and strikes, but teams can challenge two calls per game and get additional appeals in extra innings.
Disney raising streaming prices for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN
Disney joins streaming rivals in hiking the monthly cost of both ad-free and ad-supported subscriptions.