Miami-Dade teachers ratify new contract with pay raises, healthcare protections
Members of the United Teachers of Dade (UTD) overwhelmingly ratified a new contract Thursday night, with 82.88% voting in favor.
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Members of the United Teachers of Dade (UTD) overwhelmingly ratified a new contract Thursday night, with 82.88% voting in favor.
United Teachers of Dade reached a tentative agreement with Miami-Dade County Public Schools after months of negotiations.
A federal judge this week refused to toss out a lawsuit challenging a controversial Florida law, saying plaintiffs "plausibly" alleged the law violates protections against workplace discrimination.
The case alleges the restrictions violate the teachers' First Amendment rights and run afoul of a federal civil-rights law.
Jim DeFede talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, President of the United Teachers of Dade, and Alicia Gant, a teacher at Barbara Goleman Senior High, who is soon leaving the district to become a teacher in Washington DC.
Fifty-seven South Florida teachers were chosen as teacher of the year at their respective schools. Speakers were invited to talk about the special teachers in their lives. The teachers were treated to raffle prizes including a $5,000 check won by Carla Prado. Congratulations to her.
A new report from the National Education Association shows Florida ranks 50th for teacher pay
A new report from the National Education Association shows Florida ranks 50th for teacher pay
Board member Torey Alston is expected to make his case during Tuesday's board meeting
Boris Bastidas was named the school's educator of the year in 2023, according to a Chaminade-Madonna Instagram post.
Police stated that the relationship started out in a "maternal" fashion before the teacher began kissing the student on school grounds.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the president of the Miami-Dade Education Coalition, a group trying to replace the teachers union in Miami-Dade County.
More than $175 million is being invested into teacher's compensation with hopes of retaining educators in the district.
Thanks to the Broward County School Board's 6-3 vote in favor of new contracts with the Broward Teacher's Union, educators can expect a bump in their paychecks.
Administrators with Broward County Public Schools on Tuesday reached a tentative agreement with the Broward Teachers Union to immediately raise the pay for current and new teachers.
Florida's largest teacher's union failed to get 60% of its members to pay dues, which is required under a new state law.
Florida's largest teachers union, United Teachers of Dade failed to meet requirements of a new state law that requires at least 60% of union members pay dues.
As part of a national effort, celebrities are taking over classrooms and raising awareness about our amazing educators.
This week, Broward County public school teachers will learn where negotiations stand on their compensation for next year.
Dozens of Broward teachers rallied in front of the district headquarters late Wednesday demanding better pay.
Jim DeFede investigates The Freedom Foundation's efforts to strip teachers unions of their power.
For the past several months, public school teachers across South Florida have been receiving mail pieces attacking their union and urging them to stop paying their union dues.
On Tuesday, the Broward School Board approved supplemental pay for non-instructional staff, including bus drivers, clerical, food service and campus monitors.
Florida teachers are faced with new standards when it comes to what they are allowed to say and teach under the Parental Rights in Education bill.
Najahe Sherman reports teacher Katrina Whittaker told CBS News Miami that being an educator has never been more challenging.
Melody Alana Rose Duran's mother spoke with CBS News Miami, saying that Melody was her "whole world."
Orlando is the first team since 2019 to win the NWSL Shield and the title in the same year.
Jonathan Drouin got his first two goals of the season, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and the Colorado Avalanche beat the slumping Florida Panthers 7-4 on Saturday night.
Miami-Dade Police said the 15-year-old was shot in the shoulder.
Saturday is National Adoption Day and Broward County celebrated by giving over two dozen children a priceless gift.
Melody Alana Rose Duran's mother spoke with CBS News Miami, saying that Melody was her "whole world."
Orlando is the first team since 2019 to win the NWSL Shield and the title in the same year.
Jonathan Drouin got his first two goals of the season, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and the Colorado Avalanche beat the slumping Florida Panthers 7-4 on Saturday night.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
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.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
In a brief statement, NATO said Trump and its secretary general, Mark Rutte, met on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
A new study says 86% of businesses and organizations hit by cyberattacks were targeted on a weekend or holiday.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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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
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Brittany Brave knows one thing for certain: When she takes the stage, a Miami joke is inevitable.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.