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This week CBS4 is taking a closer look at the 11 constitutional amendments you are being asked on the November ballot. The questions in some cases are more than a page long. Amendment 1 deals with abortion and Amendment 6 challenges President Barack Obama's Affordable Health Care Act.
The upcoming November elections include a race for the Broward State Attorney which pits a longtime incumbent against a well-known defense attorney.
This November's ballot is the longest in South Florida history. Part of that is because there are 11 constitutional amendments, some of which are more than a page long.
One of the most watched political races in the country will likely have a close outcome. The race is for Florida's newly drawn U.S. Congressional District 22 which covers portions of Broward and Palm Beach counties.
The latest poll from Democratic-leaning Public Policy Polling finds Republican Mitt Romney has taken a one point lead in Florida over President Barack Obama one week after a weak debate performance from the president.
President Barack Obama made his way back to South Florida Thursday with a campaign visit to the University of Miami as he tried to shore up support after a dismal end to last week in the polls.
Time is running out if you want to cast you ballot in the November election but still haven't registered to vote. Tuesday, October 9th, is the deadline.
"Load 'em up, move 'em out" was the order of the morning for Broward's Supervisor of Elections.
As a much coveted battle ground state in the upcoming presidential election, expect the campaigns of President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney to work hard to make their presence felt.
With only a month left until Election Day, both President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are beginning their final push for votes.
A month before Election Day, President Barack Obama's campaign and Democrats posted an impressive fundraising haul, easing the party's concerns that he would face a significant money disadvantage against his well-financed Republican rival in the crucial closing days.
Get ready to see even more ads attacking President Barack Obama paid for by a group which supports Governor Mitt Romney and his run for the Oval Office.
For all the billions spent by the Obama and Romney campaigns, Republican and Democratic parties, and countless outside groups, we may wake up November 7th to a Washington that is virtually unchanged.
Republican Mitt Romney's path to victory is slowly narrowing. With only five weeks until Election Day, President Barack Obama is close to receiving the 270 electoral votes needed to win a second term.
If the GOP wants a candidate to "man up", they should tell Mitt Romney to grow up and stop hiding his returns and stop disparaging working Americans for meeting their tax obligations while he dodges his.
Voter roll purges, demands for proof of citizenship and photo identification requirements in several states including Florida could hinder at least 10 million Hispanic citizens who seek to vote this fall.
With just about six weeks to go until the November elections, President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney are neck in neck when it comes to winning Florida.
With 45 days to go until the election, President Barack Obama campaigned in pivotal battleground state of Wisconsin on Saturday, pushing back against his GOP rival's complaints about an overly intrusive government and attracting his biggest crowd of the campaign.
The idea that 47 percent of Americans don't have "personal responsibility" or "care for their lives" is shockingly arrogant, even by Mitt Romney's standards.
Former president Bill Clinton took part in a rally Tuesday evening for President Barack Obama at Florida International University's U.S. Century Bank Arena.
The media keeps suggesting that the racism regarding candidates has to do with whites not wanting to vote for a black man, even though Barack Obama won a presidential election with a great amount of white support in 2008. What the media isn't talking about is the NBC-Wall Street survey results which say that there are basically no black supporters for the Caucasian candidate, Mitt Romney, in 2012.
In an effort to capture more young and Hispanic voters, both President Barack Obama and Republican presidential nominee Governor Mitt Romney will be in Miami next week.
Former President Bill Clinton will be in Miami on Tuesday to rally support for President Barack Obama.
On the campaign trail for a second day in Florida, President Barack Obama tried to move past Friday's weak jobs report and highlighted the impact of Romney's proposals on older workers and those nearing retirement.
Former President Bill Clinton will be in Miami on Tuesday to rally support for President Barack Obama.
Jeronimo Duran is currently facing first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges for allegedly killing his toddler daughter Melody Alana Rose Duran on May 28.
Quarterback Cam Ward keeps rewriting the Miami record book.
Cam Ward passed for 280 yards and threw two touchdowns to Jacolby George on another record-breaking day, Mishael Powell ran an interception back 76 yards for a touchdown and No. 11 Miami pulled away late to beat Wake Forest 42-14.
Miami-Dade Police said the 15-year-old was shot in the shoulder.
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
Jeronimo Duran is currently facing first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges for allegedly killing his toddler daughter Melody Alana Rose Duran on May 28.
Quarterback Cam Ward keeps rewriting the Miami record book.
Cam Ward passed for 280 yards and threw two touchdowns to Jacolby George on another record-breaking day, Mishael Powell ran an interception back 76 yards for a touchdown and No. 11 Miami pulled away late to beat Wake Forest 42-14.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
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.
In a brief statement, NATO said Trump and its secretary general, Mark Rutte, met on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
A new study says 86% of businesses and organizations hit by cyberattacks were targeted on a weekend or holiday.
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
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.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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.
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
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Brittany Brave knows one thing for certain: When she takes the stage, a Miami joke is inevitable.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.