Florida Task Force 1 & 2 sent to central Florida ahead of Hurricane Helene
The teams specialize in swift water rescue and disaster response.
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The teams specialize in swift water rescue and disaster response.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava anticipates faster repairs for broken elevators and escalators around public transportation platforms.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava anticipates faster repairs for broken elevators and escalators around public transportation platforms.
Miami-Dade County leaders plan to spend close to $20 million on repairs to elevators and escalators around Metrorail and Metromover platforms.
The Miami-Dade County Commission deferred until Nov. 6 on where a new incinerator will be built as part of the county's new Sustainable Solid Waste Campus. They are considering four sites.
Morgan Rynor reports that the mayor recommended that the commission fully fund the transportation improvement district funding.
Amazon has officially opened its new state-of-the-art Homestead facility.
Miami-Dade County Commissioners will host a public hearing on the budget proposal for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
The unions stressed the importance of safe working conditions and fair wages.
Rosie Cordero-Stutz expressed concerns about funds for the sheriff's office disagreeing with James Reyes' assurance that public safety isn't being cut.
In November, Miami-Dade voters will elect a sheriff for the first time in nearly 60 years.
Barry University political science professor Sean Foreman said Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava got nearly 60% of the vote, which is significant.
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has won the race for county mayor with more than 57% of the vote. She faced six challengers: Manny Cid, Shlomo Danzinger, Carlos Farin, Alex Otaola, Miguel Quintero and Eddy Rojas.
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Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, who only needed a little more than 50% to avoid a November 5th runoff during the general election, won her race by a large margin. BSO Sheriff Tony won and will head to the General Election in November.
The Broad Causeway Bridge spans Biscayne Bay and connects Bay Harbor Islands to the mainland.
The Village of Palmetto Bay held an emergency meeting Thursday evening to discuss a controversial bridge project.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava discuss, among other things, the ongoing mess at Miami International Airport, trash collection and fees, and the county budget.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede interviewed Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.
Jim DeFede sits down with Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava who is running for reelection.
This Sunday, CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede sits down with Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.
The Miami-Dade Democratic Party held a volunteer kickoff event Monday night to mobilize the party.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava reminds everyone to stay vigilant while boating this Fourth of July holiday.
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava provided an update Thursday afternoon on the conditions in the county and what residents can expect.
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said the county was not consulted about the tour.
According to AAA, more than 4.5 million Floridians will travel 50 miles or more for the holiday.
Nick Silverio has become a beacon of hope for babies and mothers in crisis.
A disturbing discovery on a dirt road in Southwest Miami-Dade has led to the arrest of Roiniel Perez, who now faces five charges, including second-degree murder.
Miami-Dade police are investigating after a customer was shot at a tire shop Monday afternoon in Southwest Miami-Dade.
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor head coach Pat Riley, who won four titles during the team's "Showtime" era, with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena.
According to AAA, more than 4.5 million Floridians will travel 50 miles or more for the holiday.
Nick Silverio has become a beacon of hope for babies and mothers in crisis.
A disturbing discovery on a dirt road in Southwest Miami-Dade has led to the arrest of Roiniel Perez, who now faces five charges, including second-degree murder.
Miami-Dade police are investigating after a customer was shot at a tire shop Monday afternoon in Southwest Miami-Dade.
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor head coach Pat Riley, who won four titles during the team's "Showtime" era, with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena.
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.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Without mentioning President-elect Donald Trump's name, Chinese President Xi Jinping appeared to signal his concern that Trump's protectionist rhetoric on the campaign trail could send the U.S.-China relationship into another valley.
Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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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
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Walk into any supermarket and you can usually buy a banana for less than $1.
A day after losing his highly-anticipated boxing match to Jake Paul, Mike Tyson wrote that "this is one of those situations when you lost but still won. I'm grateful for last night."
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.