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Police in central Florida say the U.S. Department of Justice has placed a hold on all evidence related to the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Miami teen Trayvon Martin by former neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman.
A group of peaceful protesters, demanding legislators reevaluate the state's self-defense laws, will spend a third night in the hallway near Gov. Scott's office.
Dozens of local legislators, law enforcement and community leaders came together in Ft. Lauderdale to demand changes to Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' law.
The teenager that was the last to speak with Trayvon Martin has announced she will move forward with an opportunity presented to her by a national radio DJ Tom Joyner.
For the first time since a central Florida jury found George Zimmerman not guilty of the murder of their son, Trayvon Martin's mother, Sybrina Fulton, and father, Tracy Martin, talked to CBS This Morning about the "shock" of the verdict after it was read.
Following the not guilty verdict in the George Zimmerman trial, some Florida students have joined together to call for a "Trayvon Martin Civil Rights Act".
Trayvon Martin's parents will honor their son following the Zimmerman verdict, Saturday, at two separate vigils.
Manis, pedis and movies were included in the 22 days of sequestration for the six women jury in the trial of George Zimmerman.
Showing the breadth of Florida's "stand your ground" law, an appeals court Wednesday said the controversial legal defense can be used by a juvenile involved in a fight on a school bus.
Critics of the state's "stand your ground" law and Saturday's acquittal of George Zimmerman in the shooting death of teen Trayvon Martin hope to make Florida pay.
As a small group of peaceful protesters persist at the state's Capitol Wednesday, Governor Rick Scott reiterated that he does not have plans to call a session to address Florida's self-defense laws following the George Zimmerman trial, the man acquitted of charges in the fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin.
Four days after the "not guilty" verdict was read in the trial of George Zimmerman, the man charged in the fatal shooting of unarmed Miami Gardens teen Trayvon Martin, people from all over, of all ages, continue to protest.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson and Rev. Al Sharpton are scheduled to address the NAACP conference in Orlando on Wednesday.
Four of the six jurors who acquitted neighborhood watch volunteer of second degree murder in the death of 17-year old Trayvon Martin have issued a statement over comments made by a fifth juror to to CNN's Anderson Cooper.
The Rev. Al Sharpton will lead a national "Justice for Trayvon" day in 100 cities this weekend including Miami to press for federal civil rights charges against George Zimmerman.
Trayvon Martin's parents will appear on CBS This Morning on Thursday morning to talk for the first time since the George Zimmerman verdict.
Rachel Jeantel opens up about her friendship with Trayvon Martin, calling him a good and true friend.
Stevie Wonder fans in the Sunshine State will have to travel out of state if they want to see the singer perform again. The legendary artist announced a boycott of Florida Sunday until the state repeals its Stand Your Ground law in the wake of the George Zimmerman verdict.
United States Attorney General Eric Holder will speak at the NAACP's annual convention in Orlando Tuesday and could address the Trayvon Martin shooting along with gun violence in general.
George Zimmerman trial witness Rachel Jeantel described to CBS4 how Trayvon Martin sought "to try to lose" the community watch member in the neighborhood.
Rachel Jeantel responds to the Twitter backlash she received while testifying in the George Zimmerman trial.
Protests over George Zimmerman's acquittal in the Trayvon Martin case continue in South Florida and across the nation.
After the jury returned a not guilty verdict in the case of Trayvon Martin's death, trial witness Rachel Jeantel's family had a harsh reaction: "We didn't get no justice.... We lost another child."
Something positive may actually come out of the George Zimmerman trial for star prosecution witness Rachel Jeantel.
A Ft. Lauderdale pastor is calling on those who take to the streets to protest the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the death of 17-year old Trayvon Martin to do so peacefully.
Doral Mayor Christi Fraga explained in an Instagram post why Doral isn't the "best" place for it.
The debate over where to build Miami-Dade County's new trash incinerator has taken a surprising turn.
As South Florida home prices and costs of living soar, many families are choosing to rent instead of buying.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Doral Mayor Christi Fraga explained in an Instagram post why Doral isn't the "best" place for it.
The debate over where to build Miami-Dade County's new trash incinerator has taken a surprising turn.
As South Florida home prices and costs of living soar, many families are choosing to rent instead of buying.
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.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
Trump loyalist Rep. Matt Gaetz is out of a job for now, but his political future may not be over.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, is Donald Trump's new pick to serve as U.S. attorney general.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
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.
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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
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.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.