
Ex-girlfriend sentenced in shooting of retired Miami-Dade Sheriff's officer
As part of a plea deal, Yessena Sanchez pleaded guilty to stalking and first degree attempted murder.
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As part of a plea deal, Yessena Sanchez pleaded guilty to stalking and first degree attempted murder.
Xavier Worthy was taken into custody Friday on a count of third-degree felony assault. However, prosecutors Saturday declined to pursue the case.
The man accused of killing three people in Broward County last month faced a judge for the first time since a grand jury indicted him.
Darrell Roberts is charged with two counts of attempted homicide.
The shooting occurred Wednesday evening at around 5:15 p.m. in the 2600 block of NE 49th Street, officials said.
Dr. Joanette Brookes-George tracks domestic violence cases nationwide and said the problem is worsening.
Yahkeim "Keimo" Lollar, 18, was killed just before the holidays in December last year outside his home. His family alleges his ex-girlfriend, Jahara Malik, 17, is responsible.
Jahara Malik, 17, was arrested on January 28, accused of stabbing her boyfriend to death.
The Team USA track star appeared before a Miami-Dade judge on Saturday, this time for a domestic violence charge.
City of Miami Police Lt. Thomas L. Carroll was arrested Saturday on a charge of battery.
Domestic violence doesn't take a holiday. Studies show intimate partner violence tends to increase during the holiday season, leaving survivors and advocates urging communities to take action.
Studies show intimate partner violence tends to increase during the holiday season.
The Broward County Sheriff's Office identified the man who died during the incident and shared further details surrounding the circumstances that led up to the shooting.
The suspected shooter is still at large.
Police are searching for a person after a domestic shooting happened in Saturday afternoon.
The grieving mother, Mona Clarke, spoke out at the event held at North Beach Park.
Hallandale Beach police say Victor Chavez Sr., accused of killing his pregnant wife in Hallandale Beach, had a long history of domestic-related instances.
Miami Beach voters are reacting to a decision made by city commissioners regarding a question on their ballot about a proposed 1% food and beverage tax aimed at funding homeless and domestic violence services.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported the gunshot victim to HCA Florida Kendall in stable condition.
Homicide, named by one study in 2022 as the leading cause of death of pregnant women in the U.S., is also among the risks inflated by extreme temperatures.
Around 12:20 p.m., sheriff's deputies and fire rescue were called to a shooting near Pier Street and Seabreeze Way. When first responders arrived, they found two people, a man and a woman, who had been shot. They have been identified as 44-year-old Sergey Moiseenko and Yadviga McConville.
Broward County resident Ana Knezevich disappeared in Spain in February. Her estranged husband was recently arrested.
Ana Knezevich disappeared while in Spain this year. This week, her estranged husband is under arrest.
The law would require officers to follow a "Lethality Assessment" protocol which includes asking a series of 12 questions to help identify those at serious risk of harm.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office shared a wanted poster on Wednesday for the 29-year-old Lion.
The proposal, which builds on the 2024 law, sparked heated debate, with critics of the plan saying it would lead to exploitation of children and proponents calling it a "parental rights" issue.
While city leaders claim victory, many local business owners see a different reality: empty streets, vacant restaurant tables and dwindling profits.
The Department of Homeland Security officially posted the notice to end protections for 530,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to the Federal Register.
The festival is expected to draw more than 160,000 people from across the globe.
Bam Adebayo scored 27 points, Tyler Herro scored 20 and the Miami Heat spoiled Jimmy Butler's return game with a one-sided 112-86 win over the Golden State Warriors.
The proposal, which builds on the 2024 law, sparked heated debate, with critics of the plan saying it would lead to exploitation of children and proponents calling it a "parental rights" issue.
While city leaders claim victory, many local business owners see a different reality: empty streets, vacant restaurant tables and dwindling profits.
The Department of Homeland Security officially posted the notice to end protections for 530,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to the Federal Register.
Sunday night is the start of a new era at CBS News Miami. Here's a sneak peek.
The festival is expected to draw more than 160,000 people from across the globe.
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.
The Department of Homeland Security officially posted the notice to end protections for 530,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to the Federal Register.
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.
Consumer confidence continues to wane as Americans worry about the economy, jobs and their income.
The Trump administration has quietly paused the processing of green card applications filed by certain individuals, including approved refugees.
A Senate bill that would prevent insurers from using artificial intelligence as the sole basis for denying claims.
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
The former lieutenant governor sat down with "Facing South Florida" for her first interview since becoming FIU's interim president.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to taking an up-close look at President Donald Trump's first month in office.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to the immigration bill DeSantis signed and the tumultuous events leading up to it.
Jim talks to Republican State Senator Blaise Ingoglia, who has been in the immigration battle from the beginning.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr., with help from DOGE, is planning a restructuring with sweeping cuts expected at multiple agencies.
The White House is searching for a new pick to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Dr. Celine Gounder explains how poor dental care can potentially increasing your risk of developing other health conditions.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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.
From deep house and techno to drum and bass, every genre of EDM finds its place in the city's pulsating nightlife.
More than 2,400 works by the Spanish artist Salvador Dalí, from oil paintings and prints to sculptural mashups, are featured at The Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Fla., which also hosts immersive exhibitions celebrating the Surrealist.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
In her long-awaited return to fiction, the author of "Americanah" presents her intricately-woven novel that explores love, ambition, family expectations, and the forces that shape women's choices.