Parents say shop early and look for stores with deals when it comes to back-to-school shopping
Morgan Rynor reports if you want to save even more money, Florida's back-to-school tax-free holiday starts on Monday, July 29, and goes through Aug. 11.
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Morgan Rynor reports if you want to save even more money, Florida's back-to-school tax-free holiday starts on Monday, July 29, and goes through Aug. 11.
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The "Kids Around The Corner Foundation" hosted the back-to-school backpack drive. They were donated to Henderson Behavioral Health's youth and family program
During Amazon Prime Day, start thinking about saving on popular back-to-school items for students with these deals.
A former teacher and mom of two says that engaging in what your kid likes to read can help curve the "summer slide."
Florida for the first time is offering a back-to-school tax "holiday" as students return from the winter break.
The plan is to bring cameras to deliver automated tickets for speed violations near schools.
Team players were on hand for the event.
A recent Supreme Court decision strips affirmative action from college admissions
Jacqueline Quynh reports Florida was one of ten states to have a ban on affirmative action in place for college admissions.
Jeanette Crystal Bradley, a preschool director and veteran educator of 25 years, said developing routines is very important and makes children feel more secure.
Florida teachers are faced with new standards when it comes to what they are allowed to say and teach under the Parental Rights in Education bill.
Najahe Sherman reports teacher Katrina Whittaker told CBS News Miami that being an educator has never been more challenging.
The state last year began a process to overhaul the testing process for elementary, middle and high school students.
Joan Murray reports the transition from FSA exams to FAST tests, and what parents have to say about it.
As schools in Broward and Miami-Dade return to class for a new school year, administrators are already gearing up for the first round of state testing.
Joan Murray reports many schools are still coming to terms with the learning loss that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The sheriff's office said they received some information and a handgun in the student's backpack
"I was just sitting down and already overheating," Luna Carrera, a 12th grader at Miami Senior High School said.
Jacqueline Quynh reports Miami-dade public schools have been working for weeks in advance of the first day of class to keep the air conditioning blowing cool air this year.
It can be challenging for migrant students to start a new school year in an unfamiliar place.
Marybel Rodriguez reports for decades Miami Dade County Public Schools Title 1 Migrant Education Program has been assisting families of migrant students with all the tools necessary for a smooth transition.
Jacqueline Quynh reports the return to class went smoothly on Monday morning.
Jacqueline Qynh reports this year all district schools will provide free breakfast and lunch.
Broward County Public Schools is the sixth largest school district in the country
It was a mild start on Thursday morning with upper 60s and low 70s.
Young people had attended a downtown club hosting a teen event at 200 Southwest Third Avenue.
Three victims were driven to Baptist Health Homestead Hospital by a friend before police arrived.
Toy stores and the toy industry are warning that Trump's pledge to add tariffs to Chinese imports could harm their businesses.
The three people knew each other, spokeswoman says.
It was a mild start on Thursday morning with upper 60s and low 70s.
Young people had attended a downtown club hosting a teen event at 200 Southwest Third Avenue.
Three victims were driven to Baptist Health Homestead Hospital by a friend before police arrived.
Toy stores and the toy industry are warning that Trump's pledge to add tariffs to Chinese imports could harm their businesses.
From merry lights to holiday yard decorations, we want to see what you've got.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
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.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Jim talks with Rep. Anna Eskamani about how state Democrats may need to pivot to local races to gain any momentum in Florida.
Jim talks to Congressman Chip LaMarca about condo assessments in South Florida.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim keeps the theme of the week going with longtime political reporter Marc Caputo.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut Saturday night in a one-time performance in the hit musical comedy "& Juliet."
Fan-captured video from Saturday's performance showed Wilson hyping Scott on stage to deliver his 2023 hit song "FE!N" in front of thousands of festivalgoers.