Florida Senate OKs easier path to imposing death penalty
The vote came in the wake of the uproar after Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz got a life sentence because the jury couldn't agree unanimously on sentencing him to death.
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Florida lawmakers OK bill to carry concealed guns without a permit
Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit under a bill the Legislature is sending to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
DeSantis says Florida won't help extradite Trump after indictment
Despite contention between Trump and Ron DeSantis over a bid for the White House, the Florida governor said his state "will not assist in an extradition request."
Deal reached to return the orca Lolita to "home waters" after over 50 years
Officials announced plans on Thursday to transfer the orca, now 57, from the Miami Seaquarium to "home waters" in the Pacific Northwest.
Woman allegedly tried to hire other inmates to kill her family and state attorney
Authorities linked an alleged murder-for-hire plot to a 29-year-old woman incarcerated near Orlando.
3/9: Red and Blue
Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized with a concussion; Ex-Trump official Ken Cuccinelli launches PAC for Ron DeSantis.
3/15: Red and Blue
Lawmakers rebuke DeSantis for Ukraine comments; What's at stake in Texas case over abortion pill?
Trump holds first major 2024 campaign rally
Former President Donald Trump hosted his first major 2024 presidential campaign rally in Waco, Texas, over the weekend. The rally coincided with a Manhattan grand jury weighing whether it will formally indict the former president in connection to its "hush money" probe. Kevin Sheridan, a founding partner of Protean Public Affairs, a former senior adviser for the Mitt Romney-Paul Ryan 2012 campaign and a former spokesman for the Republican National Committee, joined CBS News to discuss.
Florida plastic surgeon charged with murder after lawyer goes missing
Police said that Steve Cozzi's body has not been found, but they have evidence that he was killed by Dr. Tomasz Kosowski.
Florida bill targets "diversity, equity, or inclusion" at colleges
The bill would ban public colleges and universities from using funds to "promote, support, or maintain any programs or campus activities that promote" DEI.
DEI funding for Florida public colleges under attack
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is aiming to eliminate funding for diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the state's public universities. Students across the state have staged walkouts in protest of a bill that is currently being debated by Florida lawmakers. Cristian Benavides has the details.
Florida legislature debates bill to eliminate funding for college DEI programs
The bill has the support of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida principal resigns after complaints over "pornographic" David sculpture
Parents complained when sixth-grade students were shown photos of Michelangelo's "David" statue during an art history lesson.
DeSantis' time as Navy lawyer at Guantanamo
In a rare comment on his time serving in Guantanamo, Ron DeSantis described to CBS News in 2018 his role doing legal review as commanders contemplated force-feeding detainees on hunger strikes. Five years later, he said he had no authority to make that call. CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede, who interviewed DeSantis on the subject, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Florida teen gets life in prison for stabbing young classmate to death
The victim's sister, Alexis Bailey, began her statement by dropping 114 aqua-colored stone hearts into a jar — one for each stab wound her sister suffered.
Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Arkansas bans transgender people from using school bathrooms that match gender identity
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed a new law prohibiting transgender people at public schools from using the restroom of their choice.
Video shows bouncers stop armed man from entering strip club
Video shows security guards holding down the armed man and potentially saving "dozens of lives."
Security stops armed man with devil mask
Security guards stopped an armed man with a devil mask from entering a Tampa, Florida, strip club on Sunday. Police say the guards potentially saved "dozens of lives" in the process.
Florida bill would ban elementary schools from teaching about menstruation
Girls in the U.S. typically get their first period between ages 11 and 14, but can get them as early as age 9, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
GOP lawmakers respond to possible Trump indictment
House Republicans were attending a retreat in Florida on Monday as a possible indictment of former President Trump loomed. Many were critical of the possibility of criminal charges, with several sending a letter to the Manhattan district attorney demanding documents and testimony regarding the investigation. CBS News congressional reporter Zak Hudak joined Caitlin Huey-Burns on "Red and Blue" to discuss how lawmakers are responding.
2 fatal shootings in Miami Beach over spring break
The city of Miami Beach declared a state of emergency and enacted a curfew over the weekend following two fatal shootings. The city has for years had trouble dealing with the large crowds that come for spring break. CBS Miami's Gabby Arzola has the latest.
Pence says Trump "let him down" on Jan. 6
Former Vice President Mike Pence called the possible indictment of ex-boss former President Donald Trump "politically charged," but also criticized Trump for "letting him down" on Jan. 6. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is facing criticism from some Republican lawmakers for his stance on the war in Ukraine. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro discusses with Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers.
Red tide and seaweed threaten Florida beaches
Holly Smith, the mayor of Sanibel, Florida, joins CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano to discuss the environmental issues that are posing threats to beaches across the Sunshine State. These include a red tide and a massive seaweed blob. She also discusses her city's recovery following Hurricane Ian.
Injured deputy walks daughter down aisle
Master Deputy Harold "Hal" Davis was seriously injured when a tree limb fell on him in 2022, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office. He was temporarily paralyzed and received a year of intense physical therapy. Earlier this month, he reached his goal – walking his daughter down the aisle on her wedding day.
U.S. and China have "framework" of TikTok deal as Trump teases agreement
"We have a framework for a TikTok deal," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said after talks with Chinese officials in Spain.
JD Vance hosts "The Charlie Kirk Show" today after Kirk's assassination
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
Which form of energy is the cheapest? CBS News asked experts to find out.
CBS News looked at the cost of producing coal, gas, nuclear, wind and solar energy to determine which is the cheapest.
Rubio meets Netanyahu in Israel as U.S. ally Qatar gathers Arab neighbors
As Trump urges Israel to be "very careful" after a strike in U.S.-allied Qatar, Netanyahu calls Rubio's visit "a clear message that America stands with Israel."
Who won Emmy Awards for 2025? See the full winners list here.
The 2025 Emmy Awards are honoring the best in television. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect under special watch as investigators seek motive
The suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is under special watch in a Utah jail, days after he allegedly shot and killed the 31-year-old conservative activist.
Ex-federal prosecutor Maurene Comey sues DOJ over her firing
Maurene Comey is suing the Trump administration over her firing in July, saying that her termination was unlawful and unconstitutional.
Workers fired, placed on leave for Charlie Kirk comments after assassination
A range of companies and other organizations are sanctioning — and sometimes firing — workers over their public comments about Charlie Kirk. They may have little recourse.
Fox News host apologizes for remarks about mentally ill homeless people
Brian Kilmeade made the comment while talking about the stabbing murder of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina.