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4 Months after crash, MDPD motorman Matthew Larsh walks out of hospital
MIAMI - After four months of extensive rehabilitation and multiple surgeries, Miami-Dade Motorman Matthew Larsh walked out of the rehab center on Friday ready to go home. It was a very emotional day for the officer after months of treatment to get him to this point. He says he woke up two days after the crash with no recollection of what happened. The video is shocking to see as Larsh collides head on with an SUV and is sent flying through the air.
Inflation has pushed South Florida farmers to breaking point: "It's pretty bleak"
CBS News Miami Live MIAMI - Farmers in South Florida are hurting like everyone else when it comes to the rising costs of inflation. "Does the consumer have enough money left over to pay a price for produce that will keep me sustainable? That's the dilemma right now," said long-time farmer John Alger, the owner of Alger Farms. Alger Farms has been operating since the 1930s.
Want to keep cool without using your AC this summer? Here's how to do it
MIAMI – Whether you're without power, enduring extreme heat or trying to save money, there are ways to feel comfortable without artificial cooling. Heat can foster fun summer activities, but the body shouldn't be too hot for too long, as too much heat can harm your brain and other organs, according to the US National Institutes of Health.
Legal help for those facing eviction almost impossible to find
MIAMI - Availability is low, rents are anything but and thousands of people are facing eviction. At Legal Services of Greater Miami, eviction defense attorneys are maxed out with cases and can't take on new clients despite unprecedented demand. "Our office is seeing about 80 clients a week contacting us with some sort of problem-related to their housing including evictions," says Jeffrey Hearne. One of Hearne's clients, Darnell Rhodes was facing an eviction battle alone and almost lost everything.
Crews working overtime to control pesky bloodsucking mosquitoes
MIAMI – It’s a soggy evening yet again as rain showers drench South Florida. All the extra water leading to flooding, traffic, car problems, you name it. It’s also prime time for mosquitos to thrive. Miami-Dade County Mosquito Control has crews working around the clock treating parts of the county hit hardest by rain. One area in Doral near NW 97th Ave & 37th Street, could almost be mistaken for a small pond. Crews say it’s standing water like that, responsible for breeding millions of mosquitos.
Mechanics working overtime as water-damaged vehicles roll in after weekend of torrential downpours
Repair shops busy as flooded-out vehicles roll in Repair shops busy as flooded-out vehicles roll in 02:53 MIAMI – The storms may have passed but the problems remain. Mechanics have their work cut out for them as thousands of people are bringing in vehicles with water damage. You could lose count trying to keep track of the number of cars underwater, stalled out or being towed away after this weekend's downpour drenched South Florida.
Miami Gardens renters are being forced out of their apartment
MIAMI GARDENS (CBSMiami) – A group of renters in Miami Gardens are being given an ultimatum: pay a steep increase or move out. But CBS4 spoke with one couple who received a notice a little bit different. “It was all nice. And it was all nice until we got here,” says Ronnie Lewis, a renter at The Pomelo. READ MORE: "To Ukraine, With Love" is a one-night only passion project created by Miami City Ballet dancers Lewis and her companion, Johnny, started renting a one bedroom at The Pomelo last July.
Police Will Be Out In Force In Miami Beach To Ensure A Safe Memorial Day Holiday
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Thousands of people are descending on Miami Beach to celebrate Memorial Day. Business owners are expecting the holiday weekend to be a huge moneymaker, while police say they’re out in full swing working to keep everyone safe. READ MORE: 2 Hospitalized As Van Ends Up In Pond In SW Miami-Dade Other departments from across the county will also be here assisting with crowd control.
South Florida’s international airports expecting major increase in Memorial Day weekend travel
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Memorial Day weekend is here, and our roadways and airports are going to be packed with people. AAA is predicting a 28% increase in air travel this holiday weekend. Friday through Monday, Miami International is expecting more than 600,000 travelers in and out of the airport. READ MORE: South Florida mom charged after baby left in bathtub dies while she went to get her nails done “Our growth has been unprecedented,” says Jack Varela, a spokesperson for Miami International Airport.
Miami-Dade Police Targeting Reckless, Aggressive & Distracted Drivers
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Attention reckless drivers, aggressive drivers, and distracted drivers… Miami-Dade Police are looking for you. “All of those driving patterns at once leads to crashes and lives that end in fatalities and it disrupts families,” said John Barrow, a Major with the Miami-Dade Police Department.
Miami-Dade Launches Building Blocks Fund For Affordable Housing
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Another step to help tackle the housing crisis in Miami-Dade. On Friday, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava launched the new $70 million Building Blocks Fund. The county is dedicating $15 million to the fund while the other $55 million comes from commitments from private and non-profit partners.
Miami-Dade Launches Building Blocks Fund For Affordable Housing
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Another step to help tackle the housing crisis in Miami-Dade. On Friday, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava launched the new $70 million Building Blocks Fund. The county is dedicating $15 million to the fund while the other $55 million comes from commitments from private and non-profit partners.
Housing Crisis: Many Faced With Trying To Come Up With Extra Money They Don’t Have
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – As rent hikes continue climbing, more and more people need extra help paying their bills on time. A Miami-Dade County teacher tells us her rent shot up by almost 30%. She’s been trying to get help through the Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program but says it’s been a difficult process. So, she reached out to us for help.
‘Primary Goal Is Active Shooter Response’: Miami-Dade Police Priority Response Team Trains For Whatever Comes Its Way
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – After the 2018 Valentine’s Day tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that left 17 students dead, Miami-Dade Police began brainstorming how to prevent mass casualty incidents from happening. The answer they came up with was a specialized unit, highly skilled and created solely for priority response police work.
Safety Training Institute Behind Sounds Of Bullets & Bombs Coming From Doral Field
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Have you ever heard sounds of gunfire, bombs or explosives coming from a field in the middle of Doral? Over the years, the alarming sounds have prompted plenty of people to call 911 only to find out the people who protect us are the ones making all of the noise. “We have explosives, we have bomb units, we have a myriad of things making noises,” said Carlos Gonzalez, the director of the Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute.
Family Of Slain NW Teen Cairi McNear Calls For End To Gun Violence
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The life of a 17-year-old boy was remembered on Friday night. Cairi McNear was shot and killed earlier this month by a 15-year-old boy. Now, the victim’s family is calling for an end to gun violence. READ MORE: Rabbi: Jewish Law Provides Room For Debate To Protect Life In The Womb And The Mother's Health Dozens of family and friends gathered together at Hadley Park in Northwest Miami-Dade, sharing memories of Cairi.
Surfside Memorial Honoring 98 Lives Lost Presented Just Ahead Of 1-Year Condo Collapse Mark
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – It was almost a year ago that Champlain Towers South collapsed, killing 98 people. Just ahead of the one-year mark, a memorial was presented to honor the lives lost. Spanning the length of the block where the South tower stood, you’ll now see a banner, dawning the names and ages of the 98 people killed that day. READ MORE: Secretary Of State Laurel Lee Stepping Down As State Elections Chief “As far as closure, I don’t think it will ever happen.
Have You Ever Wondered What It Takes To Become A Miami-Dade Police Officer?
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Right now, there are more than 3,000 Miami-Dade police officers protecting our community. Every year, there are new hopefuls, but some won’t make the cut. READ MORE: Teen Hospitalized After Being Shot During Lauderdale Lakes Armed Robbery CBS4’s Ashley Dyer is introducing us to the men and women who are working their way to the top and what they have to go through to get there. “One, two three… one!” counts a drill instructor. “Up! Down! Up! Down!” yells another one.
People Living Along Nob Hill Road In Plantation Say Dangerous Driving Is Out Of Control
PLANTATION (CBSMiami) – The Miami Grand Prix is over, but some drivers in Plantation still have a need for speed. People living along Nob Hill Road told CBS4 the dangerous driving is out of control. READ MORE: Police: Woman's License Suspended 7 Times Before Fiery, Deadly Crash On Biscayne Blvd. “They’re sounding like it’s Formula 1 right here on Nob Hill,” said Sheldon Dounn of Plantation. Engines revving, tires screeching – these are normal sounds in this neighborhood.
CBS4’s Ashley Dyer Takes First-Hand Look At Human Trafficking Ahead Of Big Events
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Formula 1 has officially arrived in South Florida along with hundreds of thousands of fans from around the world. With that, comes another major moneymaker: Human trafficking. READ MORE: 4 Face Aggravated Battery On Law Enforcement Officer Charges After Wynwood Fight On Friday, CBS4’s Ashley Dyer drove along with private investigators to see firsthand how prevalent the underground business is.
Road Closures Ahead Of Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix At Hard Rock Stadium
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – At Hard Rock Stadium, final preparations for the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix are underway. The highly anticipated race is just days away. CBS4 has been alerting drivers about upcoming road closures in the area, and now they’re finally here as is the traffic. Soon the empty stands will come to life with more than 250,000 people expected at the race over the weekend. READ MORE: Grieving Mother Speaks Out After 17-Year-Old Son Is Gunned Down: 'That Was My Heartbeat' “It’s Miami.
Railroad Safety Takes Center State After Recent South Florida Brightline Collisions
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The focus is on railroad safety after dozens of deaths and injuries within the last year. Between 2021 and 2022 so far, we’ve covered 17 Brightline crashes involving pedestrians and drivers, 10 of them fatal. READ MORE: Little Haiti Woman Odette Joassaint, Accused Of Strangling Her Children, May Face Death Penalty This week we saw back-to-back collisions. On Monday in Pompano Beach a man was hit and killed, and his truck was left unrecognizable.
South Florida Protest Held Over Reported US Supreme Court Abortion Opinion
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Emotions were running high on Tuesday afternoon: Anger, frustration, and shock, as dozens of people protested the possibility of losing abortion rights. Women CBS4 talked to said if Roe V. Wade is overturned, it will be like taking a step back in time. READ MORE: The Great Resignation Continues & Is Hitting New Highs “I’m just shocked and appalled,” said Christina del Valle, who supports abortion rights.
27-Year-Old Man Killed After Being Struck By Brightline Train In Pompano Beach
FORT LAUDERDALE (CBSMiami) – A man was killed early Monday morning after being struck by a Brightline train in Pompano Beach. It happened just after 5:30 a.m. at N Dixie Highway and NW 6 Street. READ MORE: Miami Weather: Partly Cloudy & Warm, Rain Chance Increases Wednesday Brightline said the gates were down signaling an oncoming train and the individual drove around them. Witnesses say the man was sitting in his truck on the train tracks when he was hit.
Police Presence Picking Up In Miami Gardens Ahead Of Formula 1 Grand Prix
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is quickly racing its way to Miami and as we approach the highly anticipated weekend, police presence is picking up in the area. The two main things police will be trying to prevent at Formula 1: Crime and traffic jams. READ MORE: Feds To Weigh Protections For Gopher Tortoises In Florida If you live in Miami Gardens, you’re probably already noticing more police and, in the days, to come, you’ll see even more.
Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix Expected To Generate More Money For South Florida Than A Super Bowl
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – South Florida is booming with business and the Miami Grand Prix is only adding fuel to the fire. About 300,000 people from all over the world are expected in town and organizers say some of them will start arriving by the end of the week. READ MORE: Expert: 'Biggest Mental Health Crisis' Post-Pandemic Affecting Children Visit Lauderdale is gearing up for the race with scheduled events starting next week.
2 Weeks Away From Inaugural Formula 1 Grand Prix, Some In Miami Gardens Have Mixed Feelings
By Ashley DyerApril 25, 2022 at 4:50 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Miami Gardens is preparing to host one of the largest events in the city’s history. The Formula 1 race is just two weeks away and is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people to the area. As race weekend approaches, some people have mixed feelings. “Knowing how the traffic is here on any given day… football game… college or pro – it’s horrible!” explains Davica Williams.
‘I Just Felt A Grab’: Brickell Groper Victim Recalls Unwanted Touch As Tesla Driving Public Masturbater Remains On The Loose
By Ashley DyerApril 21, 2022 at 4:53 pm Emmanuel Bradley (Miami Dade Corrections) MIAMI (CBSMiami) – More women are speaking out about a man known as the “Brickell groper.” Emmanuel Bradley, 43, is facing multiple charges for running up to women and grabbing them. While he remains in jail, there’s another man on the loose wanted for a disturbing interaction. “I just felt a grab. A grope.
‘I Kept Calling And He Wasn’t Answering’: 911 Calls Made By Dwayne Haskins’ Widow, Witnesses Released Original
By Ashley DyerApril 20, 2022 at 6:15 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) — The widow of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins, called 911 concerned about her husband on the morning he was struck and killed while crossing a busy part of I-595 in Broward County, on foot. The heartbreaking 911 calls from his widow and other witnesses were released on Wednesday and they are difficult to listen to.
Miami-Dade Public Transportation Adds Layers Of Protection After NY Subway Shooting
By Ashley DyerApril 12, 2022 at 6:15 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – In response to a subway attack in Brooklyn, New York, public transportation services in Miami-Dade County are adding extra layers of protection. The Executive Director of SFRTA / Tri-Rail said when these types of attacks happen, increasing police visibility is key. “If you see something, say something,” he said. It’s the message for Miami-Dade riders after chaos unfolds in a Brooklyn subway.
At Miami Dade College, Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill To Help Foster Care Children Become Successful
By Ashley DyerApril 12, 2022 at 12:22 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stopped at Miami Dade College on Tuesday morning to sign a bill focused on helping foster care children become successful. The bill does 3 main things: READ MORE: Florida Judge Approves 24-Hour Waiting Period For Abortions 1. First, $19 million will go towards adjusting the monthly stipend that family friends or relatives, who foster a child receive. 2.
Dozens Forced Out After Authorities Condemn North Miami Beach Apartment Complex
By Ashley DyerApril 5, 2022 at 5:53 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Dozens of North Miami Beach families are without a place to call home Tuesday afternoon. People living at the Bayview 60 Homes apartment building were forced out of their homes unexpectedly on Monday when engineers uncovered major structural issues. READ MORE: Four Adults Arrested Following Incident At Miami Central High School All morning, it was a race against the clock.
Frost School Of Music ‘United For Ukraine’ Concert Raises Money For War-Torn Victims
By Ashley DyerApril 1, 2022 at 10:58 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Through feelings of desperation and fear comes inspiration. “I felt like I’m missing. At some point, I was about to break and just go there because everyone is fighting and going through those things,” said Dmytro Gnatib, a student at the University of Miami Frost School of Music.
Pembroke Pines PD Putting Police Officers Through Intense Total Darkness Training
By Ashley DyerMarch 30, 2022 at 11:00 pm PEMBROKE PINES (CBSMiami) – Everyone knows the dangers associated with being a police officer. Every day they come face to face with criminals, patrol high-speed roadways and respond to hazardous situations. Now, picture doing all of that in the dark. “Police, police, police – drop the gun!” yells an officer training to clear a building in the dark.
Billboards Aimed At Curbing Human Trafficking Go Up Ahead Of Miami Grand Prix
By Ashley DyerMarch 29, 2022 at 6:03 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office announced a major campaign ahead of the highly anticipated Miami Grand Prix. Billboards with massive QR codes, that even a passenger in a moving vehicle would be able to scan, are popping up around the county. READ MORE: Prices Rising For Just About Everything Travel-Related CBS4 is already seeing the impact of one of the first billboards up, at US 1 and Southwest 27th Avenue.
Civil Rights Attorney Demands Answers After Hotel Employee, Who Defended Himself From Irate Guest, Arrested By Police
By Ashley DyerMarch 28, 2022 at 6:02 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – A brawl in a Fort Lauderdale hotel lobby, started by a man accused of yelling racial slurs at an employee, came to an end with the employee behind bars. But now, civil rights attorney Ben Crump is questioning why the employee, who he says was defending himself, was arrested in the first place. The scene played out at a Best Western Hotel back in January.
Acting Chief George Fuente Named Hialeah’s New Top Cop; Wants ‘Professional, Transparent, Accountable’ Agency
By Ashley DyerMarch 28, 2022 at 11:53 am New Hialeah Police Chief George Fuente (CBS4) HIALEAH (CBSMiami) – The City of Hialeah has a new top cop. Acting Chief George Fuente was named Police Chief of the county’s second most populous city on Monday morning. Fuente, husband of former Hialeah City Council member Katharine Cue-Fuente, has been interim chief since November.
Midnight curfew brings late night calm to South Beach
MIAMI (CBSMiami) Tourists were left disappointed and surprised on the first night of South Beach’s midnight curfew. The curfew, which affects Miami Beach’s entertainment district, went into effect at 11:59 pm and was lifted at 6 a.m. The curfew will be reinstated each night throughout the weekend. Miami Beach’s city commission voted unanimously Monday to instate a state of emergency which called for a curfew following two shootings the previous weekend that left five people injured.
Miami Beach Commissioners Discuss Extending Upcoming Curfew
By Ashley DyerMarch 22, 2022 at 5:28 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – As violence surrounding spring break continues, Miami Beach City Commissioners are discussing extending the upcoming curfew. Starting Wednesday, dozens of restaurants and bars on Miami Beach will have to close their doors at midnight because of increased violence surrounding spring break.
COVID Two Years Later: Remembering What It Was Like Entering The Unknown Of The Pandemic
By Ashley DyerMarch 14, 2022 at 7:40 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Do you remember what you were doing in March of 2020? It was this time two years ago when the world began to shut down, bracing for the unknown of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Life began changing,” said Sonia Balerio of North Miami-Dade County. READ MORE: Republican State Sen.
Mast Academy, Pembroke Pines Charter Students Walk Out To Protest ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
By Ashley DyerMarch 10, 2022 at 6:29 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Students in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties walked out of their classrooms Thursday to protest the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill. The Florida Senate approved the bill earlier this week sparking demonstrations across the country. READ MORE: Jazz In The Gardens Provides Major Economic Impact For Local Vendors Hundreds of students at Pembroke Pines Charter School and Mast Academy walked out of their classrooms protesting the bill.
More Real Estate Scam Victims Emerge, Miami-Dade Police Search For Suspects
By Ashley DyerMarch 4, 2022 at 5:55 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – More victims are detailing how they got sucked into a real estate scam and lost thousands. Homestead police are continuing their search for the three suspects and now the Miami-Dade Police Department is involved as well.
New Rules Involving Alcohol Sales, Loud Music To Greet Miami Beach Spring Breakers
By Ashley DyerMarch 2, 2022 at 4:49 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – New rules for spring breakers heading to Miami Beach go into effect over the next several days. The city is pushing for alcohol sales to end at 2 a.m. for most of the month of March, but they’re seeing major pushback from businesses along Ocean Drive. READ MORE: Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar And Future To Headline Rolling Loud Miami “We stay out until we pass out,” said Tom Cruz and Cameron Good, two spring breakers from Michigan.
Boynton Beach Family Calling For Termination Of Officer After Boy Riding Dirt Bike Killed In High-Speed Pursuit
BOYNTON BEACH (CBSMiami) – A Boynton Beach family is calling for the termination of an officer after they say their son was killed in a high-speed pursuit that should have never happened. Stanley Davis III, 13, was riding his dirt bike when a police officer attempted to pull him over for reckless driving. This resulted in a chase that ultimately caused the boy to crash and die.
Miami-Dade Lab First To Sequence COVID-19 Omicron Variant
MIAMI (CBSMiami) — Across the globe, hundreds of millions of COVID-19 cases have been reported since the pandemic began. During that time, five strains of the virus have plagued the world. Due to the fact that the virus is so transmissible, a process called sequencing has become a crucial tool used to identify new variants.
Sky-High South Florida Rents Forcing Many To Make Extremely Difficult Decisions
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – February 22 was just another Tuesday for most people, but for Raymond Henry, it’s one day closer to an unaffordable rent hike. “I’m not into things that will get you in jail, but they force people to basically do whatever it takes to live or sleep under the bridge,” said Henry. READ MORE: Unseasonably Warm Thursday, Nice Beach Breeze South Florida’s sky-high rents are forcing people to make extremely difficult decisions.
South Florida Hospitals Relax Visitation Policies As COVID Cases Subside
By Ashley DyerFebruary 23, 2022 at 4:41 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – COVID-19 cases are continuing to trend down and because of that, South Florida hospitals are starting to relax their visitation policies. Broward Health, announced Wednesday, they’re in the green phase, which means pre-pandemic visitation policies. READ MORE: Who Injured, Shot Chulo The Dog? Authorities Need Public's Help To Find Perpetrator Simply put, it means more friends and family members will be allowed inside to visit loved ones.
Sky-High South Florida Rents Forcing Many To Make Extremely Difficult Decisions
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – February 22 is just another Tuesday for most people, but for Raymond Henry, it’s one day closer to an unaffordable rent hike. “I’m not into things that will get you in jail, but they force people to basically do whatever it takes to live or sleep under the bridge,” said Henry. READ MORE: 2 Hurt In Miami Beach Helicopter Crash Remain Hospitalized South Florida’s sky-high rents are forcing people to make extremely difficult decisions.
Miami’s KIPP Liberty Academy Students Get Important Lesson While Picking Up Trash In Virginia Key
By Ashley DyerFebruary 17, 2022 at 6:14 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – More than a dozen middle schoolers from Kipp Liberty Academy spent part of Thursday outside and on the beach, but they weren’t there to relax. The students hiked alongside local environmentalist, Andrew Otazo, cleaning up littered waterways. READ MORE: Appeals Court Affirms 'Stand Your Ground' Immunity On Battery Charge In BSO Sgt.
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