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12 dogs killed in Hollywood house fire; 1 survives after CPR
A fire tore through a home on Rodman Street, killing 12 dogs. Rescuers saved one.
Braxton Ashcraft's complete game leads Pirates past Marlins 13-1
Braxton Ashcraft threw a complete-game three-hitter, Rafael Flores had a pair of three-run homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 13-1.
Groceries up 21% since 2022; here's how South Florida shoppers cope
A family of four now spends about $1,000 a month on groceries, NerdWallet says.
How to watch the 2026 Dolphins preseason games
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
Fort Lauderdale stabbing victim on life support as family seeks justice
The victim's family is preparing for the possibility that he may not survive, they say.
3 executions carried out in a single day, first time since 2010
Tennessee and Oklahoma executed inmates within 30 minutes of each other on Thursday, followed by Alabama later in the day.
Man arrested in theft of cancer memorial statue, family opposed charges
The suspect, Derrick Coca, was ordered by a judge to stay away from the park where the statue honoring Jakey Duque—who died in 2020—was taken.
Fake headlines and false texts hit Florida District 24 primary
Fake news headlines and anonymous false texts are targeting candidates in the race to replace Rep. Frederica Wilson.
Police search for suspects after Flock cameras vandalized in Fort Lauderdale
Police say the cameras, used as license plate readers, were cut and melted in Croissant Park.
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Fake headlines and false texts hit Florida District 24 primary
Fake news headlines and anonymous false texts are targeting candidates in the race to replace Rep. Frederica Wilson.
How to find your Florida sample ballot for the 2026 primary
Florida voters can now view their sample ballots for the Aug. 18 primary election, with statewide races and key local contests.
Shevrin Jones targeted by fake text ahead of primary, draws condemnation
Equality Florida says it's looking at legal action after a fake text uses its name to target Jones with a false HIV claim.
Ex-prosecutor, ex-TV anchor compete in District 27 Democratic primary
Former CBS News Miami anchor Eliott Rodriguez and former prosecutor Robin Peguero are running in the Aug. 18 primary for a shot at Salazar's seat.
Court bars Miami attorney from District 34 state senate race
Justices ruled unanimously that Francisco Amador paid his qualifying fee from the wrong campaign account.
South Florida Democrats outpacing Republicans in early voting
The Florida primary is less than a week away, and Democrats in South Florida are outpacing Republicans in early voting.
Democrats battling it out for chance to face Republican candidate in District 24
The winner of the August primary will face Republican candidate Te Brown in the November general election.
How to find your polling location for the Florida primary election
Florida voters can use their county Supervisor of Elections website to find their assigned Election Day polling location for the Aug. 18, 2026 primary.
Affordability, insurance among top issues in District 25 primary
Two Democrats and five Republicans are competing in the Aug. 18 primary for Florida's newly drawn District 25, which stretches from South Beach to Delray Beach.
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Come on down! Audition in South Florida for The Price Is Right
CBS Miami is hosting a The Price Is Right contestant search at Toyota of Hollywood on Aug. 28.
You can be on The Price Is Right: CBS Miami contestant search returns
CBS Miami’s annual contestant search for The Price Is Right returns, giving South Florida fans another chance to audition for the iconic game show.
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Miami-Dade students see steamy start to new school year as tropics begin to heat up
It was a hot and humid start to the new school year in Miami-Dade county on Thursday, and the hot conditions will continue across South Florida as forecasters monitor the Atlantic for potential tropical development.
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Cuban woman hid fraud role to obtain U.S. citizenship, DOJ says
Tania Rosa Rodriguez, 57, applied for naturalization in 2017 and was granted citizenship in 2018.
Cuba honors Fidel Castro as nation continues to experience energy, economic crisis
The man who ruled Cuba with immense influence for nearly five decades would have turned 100 this week, and the country is spending the week honoring the late Fidel Castro. This comes as the island nation continues to experience an economic and energy crisis.
Hope 4 Venezuela
CBS Miami and partners lead Venezuela earthquake relief drive
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Hope 4 Venezuela: One month since the devastating earthquakes hit the country
South Florida families share their experiences one month after the twin earthquakes hit Venezuela.
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South Florida family turning tragedy into lifesaving mission to help others
Hundreds of people recently attended a free EKG screening event in Aventura.
Broward educator's new book helping children build confidence
The Broward County Public Schools administrator hopes the book encourages families to start conversations about self-worth early.
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Miami hearing postponed for influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are fighting extradition to the United Kingdom where they're charged with rape and sex trafficking.
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Democratic senators demand answers about conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
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Braxton Ashcraft's complete game leads Pirates past Marlins 13-1
Braxton Ashcraft threw a complete-game three-hitter, Rafael Flores had a pair of three-run homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 13-1.
How to watch the 2026 Dolphins preseason games
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
León eliminates Inter Miami from Leagues Cup with 3-2 win
Daniel Arcila scored twice, including the go-ahead goal in the 83rd minute, and Club León advanced to the Leagues Cup knockout stage with a 3-2 win over Inter Miami, which saw star Lionel Messi return following the death of his father.
Conine, Hernández power Marlins past Pirates 8-2
Griffin Conine and Heriberto Hernández homered, and Janson Junk worked six solid innings as the Miami Marlins extended their winning streak to four games with an 8-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pérez dominates as Marlins blank Skenes, Pirates 2-0
Eury Pérez allowed three hits over seven innings, Esteury Ruiz homered and the Miami Marlins beat Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-0 on Tuesday night.
Don Nelson, former NBA coach and 5-time champion as a player, dies at 86
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
Miami's Leagues Cup hopes dim after loss to Monterrey
Diego Rossi scored the go-ahead goal in the 90th minute to help Monterrey to a 2-1 win over Inter Miami, which played without Lionel Messi, in the group stage of the Leagues Cup.
Alcantara breaks Marlins all-time innings pitched record in 7-0 win vs Angels
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
Jorge Messi, father of Argentina great Lionel Messi, dies at 68
Jorge Messi served as his son's agent and accompanied him to Europe when he signed with Barcelona as a teenager.
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Temperatures in South Florida continue to heat up with increased humidity
Rain, however, will not be as strong throughout the next few days.
Owner mourning after 12 dogs dead, 1 survived after Hollywood house fire
A fire tore through a home on Rodman Street, killing 12 dogs. Rescuers saved one.
Armed neighbor arrested after pulling gun on Amazon delivery driver in Wilton Manors
Neighbors say that the man pulled a gun on an Amazon delivery driver he believed had taken a package from his door, which set the nearly two-hour barricade situation at the complex.
Police investigating an incident in Wilton Manors apartment complex
Officials are asking neighbors in the area around Manor Grove Apartments to shelter in place.
Temperatures in the mid-90s continue across South Florida
The heat continues with low rain chances.
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12 dogs killed in Hollywood house fire; 1 survives after CPR
A fire tore through a home on Rodman Street, killing 12 dogs. Rescuers saved one.
Braxton Ashcraft's complete game leads Pirates past Marlins 13-1
Braxton Ashcraft threw a complete-game three-hitter, Rafael Flores had a pair of three-run homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 13-1.
Groceries up 21% since 2022; here's how South Florida shoppers cope
A family of four now spends about $1,000 a month on groceries, NerdWallet says.
How to watch the 2026 Dolphins preseason games
The Miami Dolphins' three preseason games will air on CBS Miami as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
Fort Lauderdale stabbing victim on life support as family seeks justice
The victim's family is preparing for the possibility that he may not survive, they say.
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Jury reconsiders death for man who left girl to die amid alligators
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
Man sentenced to death for killing 5 women at bank in Sebring
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Gators football coach Billy Napier will return for fourth season
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
Man sues Jacksonville officers who severely beat him after foot chase
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.
Deputy arrested for manslaughter after saying he accidentally shot girlfriend
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
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Miami hearing postponed for influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are fighting extradition to the United Kingdom where they're charged with rape and sex trafficking.
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Democratic senators demand answers about conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
Trump's secret plane switch took place within a day of credible missile threat
President Trump secretly moved from Air Force One to another plane within a day of U.S. and Turkish intelligence picking up on an Iranian plot to fire a missile at the jet, CBS News has learned.
Karoline Leavitt exiting as White House press secretary
President Trump said Karoline Leavitt will be leaving her role to focus on her young family.
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Vindman calls on Moody to answer questions on Hope Florida
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
Peguero makes his case in Florida's District 27 Democratic race
The race to see who will be the Democratic nominee to take on Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in District 27 is being closely watched.
Collins loses court fight to knock Fishback off ballot
On Sunday, Collins spoke about the ruling on this week in South Florida and explained why he believes he is trailing the Republican frontrunner, Byron Donalds.
Former CBS Miami anchor runs for Congress in competitive South Florida race
Months after leaving TV news, Rodriguez is competing against former prosecutor Robin Peguero for the CD-27 nomination.
Lawsuits filed against Florida's property tax amendment
CBS Miami's Jim DeFede spoke to former Republican State Senator Jeff Brandes, president of the Florida Policy Project, who is behind one of those lawsuits.
Health News
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Nearly 30,000 pounds of imported beef sold in Texas, Florida recalled
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
Why Taylor Farms faces scrutiny over salmonella and cyclospora outbreaks
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Some meat products with jalapeños may be linked to salmonella outbreak, USDA says
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
Hunter Biden says his father's cancer has spread
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
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Fraud cases for elderly Floridians on the rise especially digitally, AARP warns
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Progressive to refund $1 billion to Florida policyholders, DeSantis says
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
General Mills will remove artificial dyes from all foods by end of 2027
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
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.
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Miami concert to raise funds for Venezuela, Colombia quake victims
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Vincent Pastore, famous for his role in "The Sopranos," dies at 80
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.