Isaiah's Law: New Florida rule targets unlicensed drivers
A newly enacted Florida traffic regulation closes a legal loophole by upgrading penalties for habitual offenders who drive without a valid driver's license.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
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A Haitian nurse in North Miami says she fears being forced to return to a country she fled after a kidnapping.
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A new analysis of FTC complaints found Miami ranked fourth nationwide for debt collection calls, while Florida placed among the states with the highest compl...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Multi-vehicle crash causes delays on Florida's Turnpike in Martin County
A major multi-vehicle crash temporarily shut down all northbound lanes of Florida's Turnpike in Martin County on Monday afternoon.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
South Florida rescue teams return after devastating Venezuela earthquake mission
After eight days searching collapsed buildings and helping survivors in Venezuela, South Florida's urban search and rescue teams returned home Sunday night.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Elderly Florida man suffers major head injury after jumping from burning building
An elderly man was injured after jumping from a burning apartment building in Hollywood early Monday, while first responders also rescued a mother and two kids.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Alligator that killed Florida woman performed 'death roll' during attack, new report reveals
Alligator that killed Florida woman performed 'death roll' during attack, new report reveals
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Advocates search for new pathways to protect Haitian immigrants facing TPS loss in South Florida
Advocates push for Senate action to restore Haitian TPS after the Supreme Court gave the Trump administration authority to revoke it.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
DeSantis closes final bill-signing season with Florida lawbook transformed
Gov. Ron DeSantis wraps his final bill-signing season after 2,037 bills signed and $10.6B in spending vetoes over eight years.
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Vero Beach homeowner says 'up and up' insurance costs totaling $9K may force her to sell home
A Vero Beach homeowner says her $9,000-a-year insurance bill may force her to sell her home as Florida costs keep climbing.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
South Florida fans of Team USA remain proud of team’s performance despite 4-1 loss to Belgium
(WSVN) - Team USA’s World Cup run came to an end on Monday night during the Round of 16 match against Belgium, but fans acrossRead More
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Arnold clears waivers, becomes free agent amid court case
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, 23, facing legal issues in Florida after he was arrested on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa,...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Inside the Florida HOA ‘disharmony’ in one of nation’s wealthiest ZIP codes
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Florida House speaker’s financial disclosure details some of his legal clients
Among Speaker Daniel Perez’s clients in his private legal practice: Airbnb, Newsmax and CDR Maguire.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
DeSantis allies break away, endorse Byron Donalds for Florida governor
DeSantis has refused to endorse Donalds, the Trump-selected candidate, ahead of the August primary election.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Ron DeSantis chases a dubious record | Editorial
Having already beaten the record for most executions by a Florida governor since the death penalty was reinstituted in 1976, Gov. DeSantis is on his way to s...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Girl, 4, drowns in Plantation lake, police say; 3rd child drowning death in less than a month
A 4-year-old girl drowned in her Plantation neighborhood on Sunday morning, the third child in South Florida to die from drowning within the last three weeks.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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Cortez is in Manatee County, Florida.
Region: Central Florida
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34215
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Isaiah's Law: New Florida rule targets unlicensed drivers
A newly enacted Florida traffic regulation closes a legal loophole by upgrading penalties for habitual offenders who drive without a valid driver's license.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Who is ItGirlBri? South Florida TikTok star remembered following deadly shooting
Social media posts are flooding in after news of the tragic death of popular TikToker ItGirlBri. The influencer was shot and killed over the July 4th holiday...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
NoticeYour web browser is not fully supported by CBS News and CBSNews.com. For optimal experience and full...
A Haitian nurse in North Miami says she fears being forced to return to a country she fled after a kidnapping.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
NoticeYour web browser is not fully supported by CBS News and CBSNews.com. For optimal experience and full...
A new analysis of FTC complaints found Miami ranked fourth nationwide for debt collection calls, while Florida placed among the states with the highest compl...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Multi-vehicle crash causes delays on Florida's Turnpike in Martin County
A major multi-vehicle crash temporarily shut down all northbound lanes of Florida's Turnpike in Martin County on Monday afternoon.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
South Florida rescue teams return after devastating Venezuela earthquake mission
After eight days searching collapsed buildings and helping survivors in Venezuela, South Florida's urban search and rescue teams returned home Sunday night.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Elderly Florida man suffers major head injury after jumping from burning building
An elderly man was injured after jumping from a burning apartment building in Hollywood early Monday, while first responders also rescued a mother and two kids.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Alligator that killed Florida woman performed 'death roll' during attack, new report reveals
Alligator that killed Florida woman performed 'death roll' during attack, new report reveals
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Advocates search for new pathways to protect Haitian immigrants facing TPS loss in South Florida
Advocates push for Senate action to restore Haitian TPS after the Supreme Court gave the Trump administration authority to revoke it.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
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27.4726860, -82.7006420
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