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Florida lawmakers this week approved a watered-down bill targeting vape products geared toward children, setting up a process for Attorney General Ashley Moody to go after illegal electronic cigarette manufacturers and sellers.
Florida lawmakers are heading home after raising the the minimum age for strippers from 18 to 21 and passing a $117 billion state budget on the final day of their 60-day annual session.
In the closing hours of this year's legislative session, Florida lawmakers Friday passed a bill that would prevent strippers under age 21 from working in adult entertainment establishments.
NetChoice said the bill violates First Amendment rights
The Florida Senate on Wednesday gave final approval to a measure designed to keep "identity politics" out of teacher preparation programs that lead to educators getting their professional certificates, readying the bill to go to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A controversial proposal designed to prevent homeless people from sleeping in public places while requiring local governments to address the issue is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
With the 2024 Florida Legislative Session winding down, the legislature has days to approve reforms for how Condo and Homeowners' Associations operate.
With the 2024 Florida Legislative Session winding down, the legislature has days to approve reforms for how Condo and Homeowners' Associations operate.
The bill would prohibit children under 14 from opening social-media accounts but would allow 14- and 15-year-olds to open accounts with parental consent.
A key change in the revised plan is allowing parents to give consent for 14- and 15-year-olds to have social-media accounts. Another key is that the revised plan removed age-verification requirements that were in the earlier bill.
Under the bill, the state Department of Education would be directed to "prepare and offer" educational standards related to communism history instruction, and would require certain concepts to be included.
Pembroke Pines Commissioner Angelo Castillo said humans can come up with something better.
Gov. DeSantis has raised questions about the bill that was passed which bans children under age 16 from social media platforms
Jim DeFede speaks to the incoming Senate President and the incoming minority leader about the legislature moving away from divisive issues and why that might be happening.
A Florida bill banning social media use for minors heads to Governor Ron DeSantis' desk. It would be among the nation's most restrictive for kids under 16.
The transcripts of a 2006 grand jury that investigated Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assaults of underage girls would be released to the public under a bill heading to Florida's governor after it was unanimously passed by the Legislature.
A key Florida Senate committee Tuesday signed off on a bill that would impose limits on the amounts of euphoria-inducing THC in pot products if voters pass a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational marijuana.
While there are several rules about dog attacks at the local level, the statewide bill would force owners of dangerous dogs to register their pets and strengthen penalties against them — and their animals.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday raised legal concerns about the "breadth" of a bill that seeks to prevent children under age 16 from having social media accounts.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday raised legal concerns about the “breadth” of a bill that seeks to prevent children under age 16 from having social media accounts.
The Florida Department of State informed the political committee known as Floridians Protecting Freedom that the organization had secured the requisite amount of valid signatures to put the measure before voters during the fall election.
In part of a series of legal battles about Florida election law changes, a three-judge panel of a federal appeals court on Thursday heard arguments in a challenge to a 2023 law that imposed restrictions on groups that collect voter registration applications.
The Florida State Guard, revived by Gov. Ron DeSantis, could operate outside Florida and be called into service anytime he "deemed necessary," under a bill approved Thursday by a House panel.
In an 11-4 vote, the Florida House Select Committee on Health Innovation voted in favor of House Bill 1639, a piece of legislation that would require transgender people to list their birth sex on their state ID's.
An effort to prevent the removal of historical monuments and memorials started to advance Monday in the Senate as cities such as Jacksonville fight over Confederate statues.
Homestead Police told CBS News Miami that the incident at the NEXX Motel is being investigated by Miami-Dade Police's Homicide Unit, but provided no further details regarding the situation.
Big changes are coming for South Florida as we inch closer to the weekend!
Newly released surveillance and bodycam footage sheds light on the 2019 police shootout in Miramar.
Zoo Miami has inspired broader environmental action across Miami-Dade County.
Florida has agreed to pay $725,000 for businesses that successfully challenged the "Stop WOKE Act."
Homestead Police told CBS News Miami that the incident at the NEXX Motel is being investigated by Miami-Dade Police's Homicide Unit, but provided no further details regarding the situation.
Here are the four finalists for the CBS News Miami Nat Moore Trophy for this year.
Big changes are coming for South Florida as we inch closer to the weekend!
Newly released surveillance and bodycam footage sheds light on the 2019 police shootout in Miramar.
Zoo Miami has inspired broader environmental action across Miami-Dade County.
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.
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Some voters are hoping President-elect Donald Trump may send out another stimulus check. Here's what the experts say.
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is meeting with Senate Republicans as he seeks to shore up support after Donald Trump tapped the embattled GOP firebrand as his pick for attorney general.
Florida's incoming legislative leaders have formally taken their oaths of office.
Director of Pentagon office probing UFOs showed Congress 3 cases it's resolved, but also discussed 3 — out of nearly two dozen — still under active investigation.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
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.