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The U.S. economy continued to trudge through a difficult fiscal quarter as the economy created 163,000 private-sector jobs in July. The number was the best since February, but the economy's job creation pace is essentially flat since 2011.
Mitt's terrible foreign trip isn't just bad press and a campaign stumble. In diplomacy gaffes, missteps, and offenses have real consequences for our national security and the peace and stability of the world.
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney trying to push back after a devastating new study from the non-partisan Tax Policy Center said his plan would increase taxes for lower and middle class voters while benefitting the wealthiest Americans the most.
Taxes are beginning to take center stage in the presidential election and the latest study from the non-partisan Tax Policy Center is not painting a good picture for Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney's plan.
An investor in Bain told Senator Reid that Mitt Romney had not paid any taxes over a ten year period, but maybe the more intriguing story is who else he hasn't been sending money to in years past.
How dare Harry Reid, the Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, spew his latest unsubstantiated rumors against Mitt Romney?
President Barack Obama has picked up support in several key battleground states including Florida, according to the latest Quinnipiac University survey.
The next big fight on the Congressional front is already taking shape as Democrats and Republicans look to stave off defense cuts agreed to by both parties in last year's debt ceiling deal.
The late Tim Russert famously said of presidential elections, "It's all about Florida." New polling from Public Policy Polling found the battle for Florida is incredibly close as the race enters just 100 days to go until Election Day.
Senator Marco Rubio. Senator Rob Portman. Senator Kelly Ayotte. All of them have political pundits guessing who will be Republican nominee Mitt Romney's running mate. Now, there's an app for that.
When Mitt is back home, will the offensive comments stop? Republicans can only hope so because this race is too important to be decided by "how much America likes one guy over another". But such a factor could very well decide the outcome of this election.
"[Romney] has pushed the envelope all the way to the edge, to his benefit, and I think that Americans would find that pretty distasteful. I think it's going to make Americans recoil, and that's why I think he's not releasing those returns," said Former Auto Czar Steve Rattner.
With less than 100 days to go until the general election, both President Barack Obama and his GOP challenger Mitt Romney are searching for any minor gaffe of the other candidate to launch a massive attack.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, who is widely believed to be on Mitt Romney's short list for running mates, said President Barack Obama made a mistake earlier this year when he offered protection to the children of illegal immigrants.
CBS4's Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with Louisiana Governor, Bobby Jindal who is on the short-list to be Mitt Romney's running mate.
Potential Republican running mate U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio rallied hundreds of supporters of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and criticized President Barack Obama in Las Vegas on Saturday.
Mitt Romney insulted Britain's preparations for the Olympics and inspired quotes like "apparently devoid of charm, warmth, humor or sincerity" and "worse than Sarah Palin" before cashing campaign checks from bankers and lobbyists who are at the center of the Libor scandal.
President Obama has made too many changes to the White House and had too many parties to be allowed back for another 4 years.
Pennsylvania Republicans have betrayed their country and devised a scheme to potentially disqualify nearly one tenth of the states' electorate.
A presidential debate at Lynn University in Boca Raton will focus on international issues, the Commission on Presidential Debates announced Wednesday.
Marco Rubio is ready to be vice president, according to Jeb. Bush. The former Florida governor said that he pitched Rubio to presumptive presidential nominee Mitt Romney as a running mate.
Romney negotiated a $10 million federal bailout for his company, but has called for foreclosures to be allowed to "hit bottom" and letting Detroit go bankrupt.
Romney isn't revealing what he did while he held the public's trust, both as head of the Olympics and as Governor of Massachusetts. With each passing week, Romney creates more questions about what he has done in the past and what he will do in the White House.
Persons who only make our nation's bad times worse by spewing ill-timed hate and prejudice ought to keep their microphones turned off.
President Barack Obama cut his two day campaign swing to Florida short so he could fly back to Washington before a trip to Colorado to comfort the families of those gunned down in a minute and a half of real-life horror at a midnight movie showing.
Ronald Martin places them on administrative leave six days after incident.
A Miami man is facing charges in connection with the kidnapping, sexual assault and beating of a woman last April.
From Copa America chaos to the rescue of a dog in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, these stories defined South Florida in 2024.
Chris Dillon and Angel Nunez embraced at midnight on New Year's Day.
His brother Oren Alexander, who faces similar charges, had his federal bond hearing postponed until next week.
Ronald Martin places them on administrative leave six days after incident.
A Miami man is facing charges in connection with the kidnapping, sexual assault and beating of a woman last April.
From Copa America chaos to the rescue of a dog in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, these stories defined South Florida in 2024.
Chris Dillon and Angel Nunez embraced at midnight on New Year's Day.
His brother Oren Alexander, who faces similar charges, had his federal bond hearing postponed until next week.
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.
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
A government panel failed to reach consensus on national security risks of a proposal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel, leaving the decision to the president.
With newfound control of both chambers of Congress, Republican leaders are touting a list of priorities that they aim to quickly address, like immigration and taxes.
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.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim keeps the theme of the week going with longtime political reporter Marc Caputo.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
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
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."