Off-duty corrections officer killed in targeted attack, police say
Officials said Deputy Basil Powell was "targeted and ambushed while returning home."
Florida
Largest shark ever tagged by research group swimming off north Florida
At more than 1,650 pounds, Contender is a "true ocean giant," researchers said.
Video shows unresponsive man rescued from out-of-control boat
The Volusia County Sheriff's Marine Unit and County Fire Rescue teams conducted a joint operation to rescue the man.
Murdered TV reporter's parents claim employer failed to protect him
Dylan Lyons and a cameramen were covering the killing of a woman when a suspect approached and shot them. The suspect also fatally shot a 9-year-old girl.
Tree trimmer killed in wood chipper accident in Florida
The wood chipper accident occurred on Tuesday in Ocean Ridge, about 60 miles north of Miami.
Customs worker exposed by daughter's social media admits taking bribes
Omar Ambuila's daughter posted photos of herself carrying designer handbags, taking luxury vacations to Paris and driving a $330,000 Lamborghini.
Buttigieg taking "serious look" at Senate run
Pete Buttigieg, former transportation secretary, is seriously looking at running for Senate in Michigan, according to a source close to him. A seat opened up in the battleground state Tuesday after Democratic Sen. Gary Peters announced that he wouldn't seek reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
One of FBI's 10 most wanted nabbed during traffic stop in Florida
Donald Eugene Fields II was indicted in St. Louis for allegedly attempting to recruit and exploit a minor for commercial sex acts.
DeSantis calls special legislative session
A special legislative session is kicking off in Florida where Gov. Ron DeSantis wants lawmakers to take up several proposals that would help support the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede has more.
Gov. DeSantis refers to Gulf of Mexico as "Gulf of America"
Changing the name of a body of water that is integral to Florida might not be so simple.
How much snow has fallen? Map shows record-breaking numbers
Snow totals in Louisiana have broken records. Parts of Florida, Texas and Georgia have also accumulated several inches of snow.
Snow triggers flight cancellations, closures
A polar vortex has led to freezing temperatures throughout the U.S., even reaching parts of the Gulf Coast. The snowy weather has triggered flight cancellations and closed schools and businesses throughout the region that isn't well-equipped for the elements. CBS News' Kati Weis has more from New Orleans and Dave Malkoff reports on how homeowners are combatting winter-related power outages.
Officer fired after accidentally shooting driver during traffic stop
Officer Mindy Cardwell was "working in an off-duty capacity" during the incident.
Parts of northern Florida blanketed by snow
Parts of northern Florida are digging out Wednesday after being hit by the winter storm that's rolled through the southern U.S. this week. The storm is expected to move into Georgia and the Carolinas Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports from Tallahassee, Florida.
Snow hits the southern U.S.
A winter storm brought snow and frigid temperatures to parts of the South that rarely see this type of weather. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports from Houston and CBS News Texas meteorologist McKenna King has the forecast.
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Florida judge paves way for partial release of Jack Smith's report detailing investigations into President-elect Donald Trump; Biden administration proposes new restrictions on AI chips exports
Moskowitz reacts to Biden's preemptive pardons
In the final hours of his presidency, Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons to several critics of President Trump and members of his own family. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett spoke with Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz of Florida to get his reaction to the move.
Senate confirms Rubio as secretary of state
The Senate unanimously voted on Monday to confirm former Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as President Trump's secretary of state. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.
Florida hotel discriminated against Arab American group, DOJ says
The Florida hotel canceled a summit held by the Arab America Foundation almost a month after the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.
What to know about DeSantis' Senate pick
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has tapped the state's attorney general, Ashley Moody, to replace Marco Rubio in the Senate. The longtime Trump-ally was one of several state attorneys general who signed onto a lawsuit aimed at helping President-elect Donald Trump overturn the 2020 election. Washington Post national political reporter Sabrina Rodriguez and The Daily Beast senior political correspondent Juliegrace Brufke join "America Decides" to discuss.
Who is Ashley Moody? DeSantis' pick for Rubio's Senate seat explained
The Florida attorney general will serve as U.S. senator until the next general election in 2026 when the seat returns to the ballot.
Bondi confirmation hearing opening statement
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, Pam Bondi, appeared before senators for her confirmation hearing Wednesday. Watch her opening statement.
Breton, a 1,400-pound great white shark, returns to Florida coast
Breton, who was first tagged in 2020, has previously made trips to Florida around this time of year.
DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement
DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.
2 found dead in plane's landing gear
Two people were found dead in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue plane in Florida on Monday night. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has more details.
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
In President Trump's speech Wednesday night, he touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies.
Brown University shooter manhunt hampered by lack of video, source says
Police have requested that those who live near Brown University share any videos or photos that the suspect may have appeared on.
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA subsidy extension
The House has passed a GOP health care bill that does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Pope Leo taps Bishop Ronald Hicks to succeed Cardinal Dolan
Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, to succeed retiring Timothy Cardinal Dolan as archbishop of New York.
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N.C. Republicans redrew a GOP district. A Democrat is looking to take advantage.
North Carolina was among the GOP-led states this year that redrew congressional lines mid-decade in an attempt to benefit Republicans.
CPI report shows the inflation rate rose at a 2.7% pace in November
Economists had expected CPI to rise at an annual rate of 3% last month.
Trump expected to sign order reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug
President Trump is expected to sign an order that would reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, according to two sources, in one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
Philippine hotel says Bondi Beach suspects spent every night in their room
The father and son suspects in the Bondi Beach terror attack spent most of November in a hotel in the Philippines, but the reason for their visit remains unclear.
An early look at our town hall and debate series, launching in 2026
"Things That Matter," a series of planned town halls and debates sponsored by Bank of America, will launch early next year.