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The veteran detective who led the investigation into the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High massacre wept on the witness stand Wednesday, saying the school's assigned deputy could have prevented the deaths of some of the 17 people murdered if he had charged into a building instead of taking cover.
A Florida man has been executed for the separate 1984 killings of a teenage babysitter and a mother of two, both slain in attacks while children were sleeping.
A federal judge in Miami has sentenced a Haitian-Chilean businessman to life in prison for his role in helping a group of Colombian mercenaries obtain weapons to assassinate Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in 2021.
A Florida man who testified against three former friends who murdered rap star XXXTentacion will spend two more years behind bars.
"I was handed Aric's wedding ring in a plastic bag at the hospital, five hours after Sam placed it on his finger and they read each other their vows," the groom's mother wrote.
"Our condolences go out to the family and friends of William Martys, who was senselessly murdered," said Sheriff John D. Idleburg.
Detectives from the Broward Sheriff's Office are investigating a fatal shooting in Pompano Beach.
Florida will soon no longer require unanimous jury recommendations for judges to impose death penalty sentences.
An appliance delivery man has been sentenced to life in prison for beating a 75-year-old woman to death and setting her on fire at her South Florida home.
A former Haitian mayor has been charged with lying on his U.S. visa application.
The district attorney noted that murder charges would carry the harshest penalty — likely life in prison.
A judge ordered the suspect held without bond and appointed a public defender to represent him until he secures private counsel.
The House speaker rallied grassroots organizers on a video call in her first public appearance since the brutal attack on her husband.
Hollywood Police homicide detectives are investigating a double homicide that occurred Monday night.
The prosecutor sent a message about a judge's ruling to a group chat that included the judge.
Police detectives are investigating the death of a woman found at a Tamarac apartment complex as a homicide.
CBS4's Ted Scouten looks at the homicide clearance rate in South Florida.
The northbound lanes are closed from Red Road to University Drive.
Sam Reinhart and Eetu Luostarinen each had a goal for the reigning Stanley Cup champions.
Early Thursday morning saw temps in the mid to upper 40s.
Venezuelans worldwide will mobilize peacefully against Nicolás Maduro's decision to remain in power.
The accident occurred at the intersection of Southwest 138th Avenue and 152nd Street around 2:45 p.m.
The northbound lanes are closed from Red Road to University Drive.
Sam Reinhart and Eetu Luostarinen each had a goal for the reigning Stanley Cup champions.
Early Thursday morning saw temps in the mid to upper 40s.
Venezuelans worldwide will mobilize peacefully against Nicolás Maduro's decision to remain in power.
The accident occurred at the intersection of Southwest 138th Avenue and 152nd Street around 2:45 p.m.
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.
Trump's lawyers argued that the justices should step in and pause his sentencing "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the presidency."
DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.
The government will issue refunds to tens of thousands of unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens who applied for a program that was struck down in court.
President-elect Donald Trump said renaming the gulf is "appropriate," blasting Mexico for the migrants crossing the southern border.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sought the investigation in 2022 ahead of his failed Republican presidential bid.
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, gives a brief roundup of new Florida laws and how they may affect you.
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, talks with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober about the science behind age restrictions for social media.
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, talks about the future of property insurance in South Florida with founder and president of Florida Policy Project.
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.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sought the investigation in 2022 ahead of his failed Republican presidential bid.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
It can be found at multiple farmers markets in Miami-Dade and Broward, with signs clearly marking it's not for human consumption.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
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.
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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
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
The actor Aubrey Plaza has spoken out for the first time since her husband Jeff Baena's death last week. He was 47.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
The 2025 Golden Globe Awards returned to Los Angeles. Entertainment's biggest names hit the red carpet. Check out the highlights and the latest fashion.
Melania Trump is the focus of a new documentary that's set for release by Amazon Prime Video later this year, the company announced Sunday.