Thieves scam 85-year-old Key Biscayne man out of more than a quarter million dollars
An 85-year-old Key Biscayne man was scammed out of more than a quarter of a million dollars earlier this month when thieves threatened him with federal prosecution. Police have not yet identified suspects, but on Friday Police Chief Frank Sousa said the case remains an active investigation. On the afternoon...
Crash involving 8 people near Goulds sends 3 to hospital, officials say
MDFR told CBS News Miami that due to the number of people involved, the call was upgraded to a Level 1 mass casualty incident.
Community gathers for Rosa Nell Hammer’s 106th birthday
Ibis Valdés, Director of Engagement at the office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, presented a proclamation to Rosa Nell Hammer, seated at center in a black dress, to celebrate her 106th birthday. Alex Ruiz (at center behind her) is district sales manager of The Keyes Company in Miami Lakes and...
Aviation Icon Pan Am Initiates FAA Certification for U.S. Relaunch
MIAMI — The iconic Pan American World Airways — better known as Pan Am — could soon make a return to the skies. AVi8 Air Capital, a specialized aviation merchant bank, announced it has completed a comprehensive business case review for the potential relaunch of Pan Am as a scheduled commercial airline.
Video captures moments suspects burglarize Fort Lauderdale smoke shop
The owners of Snoopy's Smoke Shop told CBS News Miami that it is the second time this week they were burglarized, where surveillance video showed how it took the thieves about a minute to get in and out with the goods.
Why did this Miami Fresh Market fail inspection? Start with mold on produce
Mold on berries and food storage safety violations that caused a plethora of deli counter food to be trashed made for an unhappy state inspection at a Miami Fresh Market . Those weren’t the only problems found Tuesday at The Fresh Market in Coconut Grove, located at 2640 Bayshore Dr. On the upside, Florida Department...
Investigation underway after infant dies in Fort Lauderdale, dog taken away: Police
An investigation is underway after an infant died in Fort Lauderdale on Friday morning, police said. According to Fort Lauderdale Police, officers arrived at the 1500 block of Northwest 15th Terrace after receiving a medical call. Details of the incident remain limited, but Broward County Animal Control said a dog...
Fantasy 5 ticket worth over $113K sold at Hollywood gas station
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A Fantasy 5 ticket worth more than $113,000 was sold at a Marathon gas station in Hollywood on Friday, according to the Florida Lottery. The winning numbers from the evening drawing were 6, 7, 13, 19 and 24. One ticket matched all five numbers, earning the $113,191.23 top prize.
Hialeah Daycare Director Detained For Allegedly Slapping 3-year-old While Changing Diaper
A Hialeah daycare director was detained after reportedly striking a 3-year-old while changing his diaper, according to authorities. Rosa Iriarte Alcala, 52, was detained Thursday on a charge of child abuse with no substantial physical harm, according to the arrest report. Alcala had been the director of E-Z Daycare...
Security guard at Mater Biscayne Academy accused of making inappropriate comments at female student
NORTH MIAMI, FLA. (WSVN) - A former security guard at Mater Biscayne Academy was arrested for allegedly making inappropriate comments to a student. Sixty-one-year-old Adolfo Cotarelo was escorted off the premises of the school located at 12900 Northeast 17th Avenue in North Miami in handcuffs, after a student...
