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Hemp execs pledge millions to Republican Party of Florida, texts reveal
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede reviewed the messages shared on a WhatsApp messaging board.
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CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede reviewed the messages shared on a WhatsApp messaging board.
Ads aimed at boosting support for a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana in Florida
Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
Hialeah Mayor Esteban Bovo says it's not necessary because that ordinance already exists
Jim DeFede talks to the CEO of Trulieve, the cannabis company that spent $40 million to gather the signatures to get the measure on the ballot.
The governor called the recreational marijuana measure "weed one" and said it would go beyond decriminalizing marijuana
The Florida Supreme Court ruled Monday afternoon that recreational marijuana will be on the November ballot.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede on Florida Supreme Court's rulings on marijuana and abortion.
The Florida Supreme Court issued rulings Monday allowing the state's voters to decide whether to protect abortion rights and legalize recreational use of marijuana.
Political committees behind the two proposed amendments have submitted enough petition signatures to reach the ballot
Political committees behind the two proposed amendments have submitted enough petition signatures to reach the ballot
The state's Supreme Court is facing a Monday deadline to decide if the measures will be on the November ballot
Smart & Safe Florida has collected enough petition signatures to put the measure on the November 2024 ballot
The proposal has drawn opposition from Attorney General Ashley Moody
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody's office late Wednesday pumped up arguments against a proposed constitutional amendment that would authorize recreational use of marijuana.
They want the high court to sign off on a proposed constitutional amendment for the 2024 ballot.
The proposal would allow recreational marijuana use for people 21 and older
Supporters of a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the recreational use of marijuana are moving closer to meeting a petition-signature requirement.
President Joe Biden pardoned thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession under federal law.
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"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Drier air will move in on Thursday.
State wildlife officials say serious injuries caused by alligators are rare in Florida.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
My Safe Florida Home said funding for the inspections was exhausted 10 days after the program reopened.
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.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
He is expected to speak at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
The Florida primary election is less than six weeks away
The lawsuit claims seven South Florida state House districts and three congressional districts are unconstitutionally gerrymandered.
Jim DeFede speaks with Mo Saunders, the estranged aunt to Democrat Joe Saunders, who is also running for the same seat.
DeFede said the incident has become an "inflection point" for the country in how we talk about politics.
"I support the chairman's call for an investigation," Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat from Florida, told CBS News Miami.
Jim DeFede reacts to the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump during his rally in Pennsylvania.
Jim DeFede interviews Democrat Joe Saunders, who now finds himself with a last-minute challenger, his aunt Maureen Saunders Scott, who is demanding to be on the ballot as Moe Saunders.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
The CDC says several states are seeing "consistent increases in COVID-19 activity" this summer.
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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
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
"90210" stars like Jennie Garth and Brian Austin Green paid tribute, and Alyssa Milano commented on her "complicated relationship" with Shannen Doherty.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo was critical of the extended halftime planned for Sunday night's Copa America final to allow a concert by Shakira.