FEMA updates flood maps for Broward County: See where your property stands now
FEMA's flood maps have been updated and finalized in Broward County, and they'll take effect in July.
FEMA's flood maps have been updated and finalized in Broward County, and they'll take effect in July.
A CBS News investigation found numerous examples across the U.S. where emergency officials failed to issue timely alerts to warn the public about safety threats — or never issued an alert at all.
FEMA and the FCC launched a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday.
The 65-page report lays out a series of miscalculations that left FEMA ill-prepared to meet residents' immediate needs and to set the stage for long-term recovery.
Thousands of unaccompanied minors who are crossing the border with no families are being housed in border states but soon South Florida could be seeing a similar situation.
With costs of flood insurance hitting the roof, Pembroke Pines homeowner Susan Henderson will now be getting a break under her roof.
Property owners in Broward County will now be able to more easily access whether their property is located in a flood zone.
Residents in Broward County are encouraged to sign up for "Twitter Alert" to receive emergency information.
With the start of the 2013 Atlantic Hurricane Season less than a month away, state and federal officials are urging Florida residents to get ready now.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied disaster assistance for areas of the state damaged by Hurricane Sandy, according to Florida officials.
As the gusty winds and harsh rains of Hurricane Sandy pound the northeastern United States; Florida rescue crews have made their way to the area to lend a helping hand to those who will be affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Fraudsters Joseph Harvey and wife Anja Karin Kannell will be exchanging their waterfront McMansion for a tiny prison cell. Their Bentley will no longer be their mode of transportation. Prison-issued shoes will.
More than 10 thousand people have asked about federal aid for losses from Tropical Storm Debby, with over $15 million paid out by the feds to date.
Requests for help continue to pour in to the feds from victims of tropical storm Debby after the storm caused flooding and other damage across the northern part of Florida. FEMA said more than $5 million in aid has already been paid.
Broward homeowners who suffered rain or flood damage from showers and storms over the Halloween weekend may be getting some help from Uncle Sam.
Naresh Nasta was just sitting down for a meal in his Sunrise home Tuesday night when his home began exploding all around him.
Residents in Sweetwater got a reprieve from the federal government Monday that could stand to save homeowners upwards of $5,000.
Emergency officials in the Northeast may turn to Broward County for its hurricane expertise.
U.S. Navy ships stationed in Virginia have been ordered to leave Norfolk Naval Station in preparation for Hurricane Irene.
Florida is outside of the forecast cone for Hurricane Irene, but that doesn't mean there won't be problems in the Sunshine State due to the storm.
Southwest Ranches may be off the hook when it comes to refunding the Federal Emergency Management Agency $750 thousand for it called over-payments.
The Dolphins have a 2nd round pick on Friday and four more picks on Saturday
Sergei Bobrovsky made 26 saves, Matthew Tkachuk scored twice and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
A man questioned about his role earlier this month in the fatal carjacking of a woman in Central Florida told investigators that he was paid to kidnap her and deliver her to someone.
For the first time, we are hearing from the mother of a 37-year-old transgender woman who police say was beaten to death early Tuesday with a metal pipe.
Allergy season is here, and visits to the vet to combat the issues allergies cause, are on the rise.
The Dolphins have a 2nd round pick on Friday and four more picks on Saturday
Sergei Bobrovsky made 26 saves, Matthew Tkachuk scored twice and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
A man questioned about his role earlier this month in the fatal carjacking of a woman in Central Florida told investigators that he was paid to kidnap her and deliver her to someone.
For the first time, we are hearing from the mother of a 37-year-old transgender woman who police say was beaten to death early Tuesday with a metal pipe.
Allergy season is here, and visits to the vet to combat the issues allergies cause, are on the rise.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
It's Back-To-School and that also means back to the lunch room, as breakfast and lunch are free to all Miami-Dade public school students again this year.
A federal judge has denied former President Donald Trump's request for a new trial in the civil suit brought by the writer E. Jean Carroll, who was awarded an $83.3 million judgment.
Coal-fired power plants would have to capture smokestack emissions or shut down under a new EPA rule the industry says would make the grid less reliable. It's likely to face court challenges.
The Supreme Court convened to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Could help about 20,000 mostly low and moderate income residents cut property insurance costs
An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 people in connection with an alleged attempt to use alternate electors after the 2020 election.
Jim DeFede talks to former state senator Jeff Brandes, who runs the Florida Policy Project, which has been exploring solutions that include the role of vouchers and something called "upzoning."
Jim DeFede continues scrutinizing the three-plus decades during which Katherine Fernandez Rundle has led the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office. This week, Jim's guest is South Miami Mayor Javier Fernandez.
Jim DeFede talks to the CEO of Trulieve, the cannabis company that spent $40 million to gather the signatures to get the measure on the ballot.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the political and community activist and former rap superstar, who talks about making a run for the Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's seat.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede speaks to attorneys about Rundle's tenure as Miami-Dade State Attorney.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
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When the kids are out and about, these smartwatches and fitness trackers can help everyone communicate.
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One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
The company will keep its name and headquarters in Pittsburgh, but the United Steelworkers union voiced opposition to the deal.
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
The renowned Moulin Rouge cabaret venue's director has vowed to "rise to the challenge" after the windmill's sails fell off.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
For the first time in more than a year, the monthly board meeting of Walt Disney World's governing district was back to being what many municipal government forums often are — boring.
Taylor Swift broke her own records, Spotify said, and now owns the record for the top three most-streamed albums in a single day.
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.