Miami Comissioner Says Something Needs To Be Done About Flooding During Heavy Rains

Roads in and around Edgewater and Coconut Grove started looking like rivers as the water level rose.

Oakland Park Wants Free Fleet Of Shuttles, Courtesy Of Broward County

The City of Oakland Park wants its own community shuttle to carry people around town without costing the municipality a dime.

Miami-Dade Commission To Vote On $117,370,000 Deal To Rename Former FTX Arena

So, what's in a name? A lot, if we're talking about the naming rights for the home of the Miami Heat in downtown Miami.

Initiative To Bring 50 Mini-Soccer Fields To Miami-Dade County

Pou fell in love with the sport during recess as a young girl, but when it came to finding a field after-school that was not easy.

First Identified 30 Years Ago, Concern Grows Over Contaminated Soil At Broward School

Crews have been mulching over areas of petroleum contamination at Peters Elementary School in Plantation.

Miami Beach Commission To Consider Spring Break Changes For Next Year

One idea under consideration is putting strict security measures in place, including a secured perimeter on Ocean Drive.

North Miami Beach City Commission Votes To Fire City Manager

The commission voted 6-1 to terminate the city manager without cause, although DeFillipo cast the dissenting vote.

Miami Beach Will Continue Alcohol Sales Ban, Street Closures During Busy Spring Break Weekend

As a proactive safety measure, the city is banning the sale of any alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Miami Beach Commissioners Reject Curfew For Next Weekend After 2 Fatal Shootings Last Weekend

The city enacted an emergency curfew that took effect at 11:59 p.m. last Saturday and ended at 6 a.m. Monday.

FL Bill Would Ban Talk About Menstruation Before 6th Grade

A Republican-backed FL bill would prohibit girls in elementary school from talking about periods and human sexuality, reports said.

DeSantis Wants To Revoke FL Hotel’s Liquor License Over Drag Show

Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to revoke Hyatt Regency Miami’s liquor license because it allowed children to attend a Christmas-themed drag show.

Ukraine Invites DeSantis To Visit After Comments On Russian Invasion

When Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dismissed the Russian invasion as a “territorial dispute,” Ukrainian officials invited him to visit.

Miramar Police Will Be First In Broward To Hire A Social Worker

The Miramar Police Department is taking a big step to help combat mental health issues in the community.

Miami-Dade Commissioner Wants Change In Law To Require Physical Menus In Restaurants

Commissioner Higgins said QR codes leave out the elderly and children and having a physical menu is inclusive to everyone.

Miami, Florida ranks #66 in TIA’s latest report

The report is based on the cities’ 2021 annual comprehensive financial reports, which are not analyzed on this scale by other organizations.

Rapper Kodak Black Ordered Into Drug Rehab By Judge

"You better get it together," Broward County judge Barbara told the 25-year-old performer, whose real name is Bill Kapri.

Miami-Dade Offering Condo Owners Assistance If Hit With Repair Assessments

The county knows the financial burden homeowners have faced because of these special assessments.

Ben Crump To Sue Hollywood Over Police Shooting Of Naked, Unarmed Man

Michael Ortiz, naked and agitated, emerged from a sixth-floor apartment and threatened to jump from a balcony, said police.

FIU Gets $6M To Boost Mental Health At Miami-Dade Public Schools

Lazarus says since the pandemic, children have been struggling to develop their social skills, and are experiencing more stress and anxiety.

Two Jurors Dismissed From Hollywood Hills Nursing Home Deaths Trial

The jurors' dismissal came after a bailiff reportedly overheard the jurors discussing the case.

College Board Slams FL's Response To AP African American Studies Class

The College Board said comments made by FL officials about a new AP African American Studies course are “slander.”

$21M Grant From HUD Will Go To Miami-Dade County's Effort To Help City's Homeless

"It's a great day in the 305," Cava said while thanking federal officials for the grant. "Thank you so very much."

Miami-Dade Police Involved Shooting Under Investigation

Officials have not said if an officer shot someone, and if so, what the condition of that person was.

3 Students, Ben Crump To Sue DeSantis For African American Studies Ban

Florida high schoolers, civil rights attorney Ben Crump threaten to sue Gov. DeSantis over rejection of AP African American Studies course.

US Court Gives $153 Million To Miami Man Jailed In Venezuela

Carlos Marrón brought the lawsuit after fleeing Venezuela and describing to The Associated Press the beatings, asphyxiation and other abuse.

City Responds To North Miami Beach Mayor Anthony DeFillipo In Counter Claim

On Friday night, CBS4 obtained documents of the city of North Miami Beach's response to the mayor's lawsuit against it.

AP African American Studies Course Rejected By DeSantis Administration

DeSantis’ administration rejected a new AP African American Studies course for FL students claiming it violates state law, reports said.

North Miami Beach Commissioners Turn Against Each Other, City At Standstill

Mayor DeFillipo is under fire after legal findings bring into question his primary residency and voting record.

Former Senator Annette Tadeo Running For Chair Of Florida Democratic Party

Former state Senator Annette Tadeo is running to become the new chair of the Florida Democratic Party.

Rapper Flo Rida Awarded $82.6M For Breach Of Contract Case Against Makers Of Celsius Energy Drinks

Flo Rida's production company, Strong Arm Productions, had sued Boca Raton-based Celsius Holdings Inc. in Broward County court in May 2021.

North Miami Beach Mayor Asks For 'Emergency Injunctive Relief' In Lawsuit

CBS4 now knows when the mayor and the City of North Miami Beach will clash in court. It's at the end of the month, January 31st.

DeSantis Pushes For Permanent Ban Of COVID-19 Mandates In FL

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed a permanent ban of all COVID-19 mandates in Florida, including vaccination and mask mandates.

Miami-Dade Wins Right To Strip FTX Name Off Heat Arena

Terminating the rights deal "shall be effective immediately upon entry of this order," U.S. Bankruptcy Judge John T. Dorsey wrote.

Displaced Residents Of 'Unsafe' NW Miami Building Will Likely Get To Go Home

August 2021, City of Miami building inspectors deemed 5050 Northwest 7th Street condos unsafe.

DeSantis Activates National Guard After Influx Of Migrants To FL Keys

Hundreds of Cuban refugees have landed in the Florida Keys since New Year’s Eve, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said.

Governor Ron DeSantis Activates National Guard Amid Influx Of Migrants To Keys

Governor Ron DeSantis signed and executive order Friday activating the Florida National Guard.

North Miami Beach Mayor Anthony DeFillipo Faces Allegations He Does Not Live In City He Represents

"I encourage all of you to keep your faith and know your mayor is your mayor," said DeFillipo at a city commission meeting on December 20th.

Cuban Migrants Face Uncertain Future After Landing In Florida

Amid the influx in Florida and a much bigger one in Texas, the Biden administration announced new immigration rules Thursday.

Christmas Drag Show Touring FL Investigated By State: Official

Officials are investigating whether "A Drag Queen Christmas" touring Florida this week marketed to children, Gov. DeSantis’ office said.

FL Political Activist Targets ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Author Joe Harding

Former state Rep. Harding, who authored FL’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill, resigned this month after being accused of wire fraud, money laundering.