The White House's history with Thanksgiving, and how the turkey pardon came to be
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
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The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
A Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High School teacher has been arrested on a pornography charge.
Since the 1980s, the Republican coalition has revolved around a delicate balancing act.
The man who tried to assassinate President Ronald Reagan in 1981 has been released from a Washington mental hospital for good, more than 35 years after the shooting.
Thirty-five years after he tried to assassinate former President Ronald Reagan, John Hinckley Jr. will be allowed to leave a mental hospital and live with his mother in Virginia, a judge ruled Wednesday.
Former First Lady of the United States Nancy Reagan died Sunday morning at her home in Los Angeles. She was 94 years old.
Americans are divided on President Barack Obama's overall job rating, according to a new poll.
Among a South Florida oasis of time gone by is the treasured Vizcaya Café and Gift Shop in the historic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.
To see the other stars of the State of the Union Tuesday night, you'd have to look up — way up, to the visitors' gallery circling the room above President Barack Obama's head.
Jeb Bush's family is saying he should run for president.
Now, the question is: Is the country better off than it was four years ago? Anyone – including you – can answer that question.
As former President Bill Clinton prepares to speak in Miami, the man he stumped for at the Democratic National Convention has opened up a six-point lead over his Republican challenger.
The early returns are in and, according to the Neilson rating company, the Democrats beat the Republicans... and the NFL.
Former Florida governor Jeb Bush has driven a wedge between hard-core conservatives and their icon, former President Ronald Reagan.
Just hours before his next scheduled debate, right-wing commentators and writers have unloaded on the former Speaker of the House.
At an early voting location in Doral Monday, Republican voter Star Brutto didn't hesitate when asked who she voted for in the GOP presidential primary.
Karen Blocker's dream cruise began disintegrating at dawn when her cabin started rattling "like an earthquake." "I told my daughter: 'This boat is not moving anymore. We've got to get out,'" Blocker said. She opened the door to find a hallway filled with smoke and crew members telling passengers to head for the lifeboats.
Moises Hernandez hit it big with a million dollar win.
It stems from a video of celebrity Rabbi Shmuley Boteach being confronted by a hotel guest in the lobby.
The police investigation, which lasted for hours, kept several people out of their homes overnight.
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to conduct mass deportations when he returns to the White House.
Today's Taste of the Town culinary adventure takes us to Wynwood.
Moises Hernandez hit it big with a million dollar win.
It stems from a video of celebrity Rabbi Shmuley Boteach being confronted by a hotel guest in the lobby.
The police investigation, which lasted for hours, kept several people out of their homes overnight.
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to conduct mass deportations when he returns to the White House.
From merry lights to holiday yard decorations, we want to see what you've got.
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.
ICE deported more than a quarter-million unauthorized immigrants in fiscal year 2024, the highest tally in a decade.
The U.S. government could face a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Here's what could be impacted.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
Florida authorities say they're pursuing a criminal case against a man accused of trying to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump for a car crash that occurred after his arrest.
Migrants in the U.S. under what's known as Temporary Protection Status are worried that Trump will revoke the program upon taking office.
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.
Jim interviews the Chair of the Republican Party of Florida about the wave of Floridians being tapped to take over the Trump administration.
A week after interviewing Republican State Rep. Danny Perez of Miami, who is the new Florida House Speaker, Jim goes one-on-one with Fentrice Driskell, the Florida House minority leader.
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.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
For many, it's a tough decision when balancing health and finances.
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
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
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut Saturday night in a one-time performance in the hit musical comedy "& Juliet."
Fan-captured video from Saturday's performance showed Wilson hyping Scott on stage to deliver his 2023 hit song "FE!N" in front of thousands of festivalgoers.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.