Florida Senate OKs easier path to imposing death penalty
The vote came in the wake of the uproar after Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz got a life sentence because the jury couldn't agree unanimously on sentencing him to death.
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The vote came in the wake of the uproar after Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz got a life sentence because the jury couldn't agree unanimously on sentencing him to death.
The parents of a student who was gunned down at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School had a run in Thursday with U.S. Capitol
The Parkland community gathered Tuesday evening to remember the 17 lives that were lost five years ago during a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Across Broward County schools, it will be a day of prayers, service and remembrance for the 14 students and three staff members who were killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018.
Coconut Creek police Officer Michael Leonard talks about how his life changed after arresting the man who opened fire on students and staff at the Parkland high school.
On Feb. 14, 2018, a gunman murdered 17 people at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida. The co-founder of March for Our Lives talks about his life since, including death threats against himself and his family.
Plans are underway to build a public memorial to honor the 17 students and staffers who were killed five years ago during a Valentine's Day shooting rampage at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Plans are underway to build a public memorial to honor the 17 students and staffers who were killed five years ago during a Valentine's Day shooting rampage at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
It's been a central issue of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Commission, fixing Broward County's troubled 911 system.
Victims' families were very upset about Tamara Curtis' behavior in court
Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz on Wednesday was formally sentenced to life in prison after two days of raw, emotional testimony.
Families of the 17 people he murdered and those who survived the shooting get their chance to address him directly about the devastation he brought to their lives
Families of the 17 people he murdered and those who survived the shooting get their chance to address him directly about the devastation he brought to their lives
Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz to be officially sentenced on Tuesday.
A two-day hearing is scheduled to begin Tuesday
The classrooms are frozen in time with books, computers, and cell phones left in place. The building has remained a crime scene with BSO having control of the premises. Now, the target date for the return of belongings has been set.
Melody Vanoy shares she felt disrespect from other jurors after deciding not to give the confessed Parkland school shooter the death penalty. "The energy was so heated we wanted to get out of the room," Vanoy said.
A juror in the Parkland shooter sentencing trial talks about how contentious things got after the verdict was signed.
Families of the victims are speaking out against the Parkland shooter jury's decision for life in prison. Fred Guttenberg, whose daughter died in the parkland shooting, reflects on hearing the verdict.
Former prosecutor Maria Schneider gives her perspective.
Austin Carter reports prosecutors want law enforcement to interview the juror who said she felt threatened by another juror during deliberations.
Richard Rosenbaum said it seems as if this case would warrant the death penalty.
Richard Rosenbaum said there is a legal process for handling allegations of juror misconduct.
A juror who allegedly was a lone holdout and was accused of saying she would not support the death penalty for Nikolas Cruz sent a handwritten letter to the judge to refute those accusations.
Jacqueline Quynh reports prosecutors have filed a motion with the Broward County court asking Judge Elizabeth Scherer to compel law enforcement officers to interview a juror who said they felt threatened by another juror during deliberations to decide the fate of Nikolas Cruz.
Cordero-Stutz emphasized that her deputies would not act as immigration enforcement agents.
The aviation expert emphasized that the landing gear area is treacherous for stowaways.
Florida City volunteers went door to door to seek answers about the gun violence gripping the neighborhood.
The bodies of two males were found during a routine inspection after JetBlue Flight 1801 landed at FLL.
Zuny Duarte told CBS News Miami that she believes Tarrio, a Miami native, has been made a scapegoat for the events of January 6, 2021.
Cordero-Stutz emphasized that her deputies would not act as immigration enforcement agents.
The aviation expert emphasized that the landing gear area is treacherous for stowaways.
Florida City volunteers went door to door to seek answers about the gun violence gripping the neighborhood.
The bodies of two males were found during a routine inspection after JetBlue Flight 1801 landed at FLL.
Zuny Duarte told CBS News Miami that she believes Tarrio, a Miami native, has been made a scapegoat for the events of January 6, 2021.
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.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sought the investigation in 2022 ahead of his failed Republican presidential bid.
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
The United States and many European countries have rejected Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's claim of winning the election.
New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.
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.
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.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sought the investigation in 2022 ahead of his failed Republican presidential bid.
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.
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.
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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
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.
Known for her brutally honest style, comedian Nikki Glaser took the stage Sunday as host of the 2025 Golden Globe Awards tonight.
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