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2 veteran South Florida sports columnists reflect on the future of newspapers after being laid off
Two veteran South Florida sports columnists who lost their jobs at rival newspapers this year say the layoffs left them stunned, and they worry about the future of the industry. Dave Hyde, a former Sun Sentinel sports columnist, said he was thrown for a loop when he was laid off. His farewell column ran in late June. "Initially, it was jarring. I'm a writer. I wanted to write the last paragraph myself," Hyde said.
Conway football knocks off Socastee | Sports
Both the Conway Tigers (1-2) and the Socastee Braves (0-4) were in need of a win coming into Friday night’s game. And both teams fought hard to get one with the Tigers coming out on top, 41-35. Both squads kept it neck-and-neck throughout most of the contest. The home team Braves jumped out ahead 7-0 on the second play of the game with a 77-yard touchdown pass. The Tigers evened it up with almost six minutes left in the first quarter on a 5-yard rushing touchdown.
Florida's new District 22 draws millions in spending as crowded Republican primary takes shape
Florida's newly drawn Congressional District 22 is pulling in millions of dollars and a crowded field of candidates ahead of what looks like a wide-open race. The district is a product of a map drawn by Governor Ron DeSantis. It stretches south from Palm Beach County into northern Broward, then runs all the way across the state to Marco Island. It was designed to favor Republicans and has attracted wealthy candidates willing to spend heavily to win the seat.
PS Concerts 2026 season brings six weeks of musical magic
Show Caption Hide Caption Have some free time? These Palm Springs area nonprofits need volunteers Here's our latest roundup of Coachella Valley nonprofits that are seeking volunteers (as of July 2024). The Coachella Valley's oldest nonprofit performing arts organization, PS Concerts, recently wrapped its 68th season. And what a season it was! In the space of just six weeks, appreciative audiences experienced four incomparable performances at the Richards Center for the Arts in Palm Springs.
"An efficient storyteller": How a young Eliott Rodriguez' news career evolved, solidified status in South Florida Original
In the 1980's, young reporter Eliott Rodriguez was already showing that he had style and substance. He cut his journalistic teeth as a newspaper reporter at the old Miami News. His reporting on the scandal involving then school superintendent Johnny Jones caught the eye of WTVJ, which put the kid on the air. Before long, Rodriguez was covering some of Miami's most explosive stories, like the riots following the death of Black motorist Arthur McDuffie.
South Florida business leader Andy Cagnetta serves up generosity with pickleball and pasta
On the pickleball court, Andy Cagnetta's serves and volleys may impress, but it's his generosity off the court that truly sets him apart. Through his company, Transworld Advisors, and with support from USA Pickleball, Cagnetta is bringing the fast-growing sport to schools and children across South Florida, introducing kids to a game they might never have had the chance to play while leaving a lasting mark of care and community.
South Florida medium connects Parkland mom with late son, offering solace in grief
MIAMI - At first glance, Linda Heithaus seems like any other South Florida mom, but she says she has cultivated a gift, the ability to see beyond what most of us can with our own eyes. A spiritual encounter "Let me see what else he's gonna do," she says. As a medium, Heithaus believes she can spiritually connect with the dead. In a session we observed, she says she connected with Joaquin Oliver. The 17-year-old was one of 17 people killed in the Parkland shooting seven years ago.
GUEST EDITORIAL: Seniors should consider Medicare Advantage risks
Medicare open enrollment is now in full swing and available to seniors until Dec. 7. Oklahoma seniors are comparing traditional Medicare to Medicare Advantage plans owned by private insurance companies. This can be challenging, as seniors are bombarded with sales calls and mail flyers promising the moon. Many seniors probably are not aware of the impact choosing a Medicare Advantage plan will have on the care they receive.
Three generations debate whether we should we embrace or fear Artificial Intelligence Original
MIAMI - It's not hyperbole to call artificial intelligence, or A.I., one of the most transformative technological breakthroughs in human history. A.I. is said to be the 'magic bullet' to increase efficiency and productivity in everything from everyday business to medical research, and even in TV and film production. But at what cost? Some worry that the technology will cost human jobs and create an even greater economic divide in our society.
High Praise for Southern Maryland Boat Club Event
The second event of the summer for the Southern Maryland Boat Club was held at the end of July and featured vintage race boats making waves in beautiful Breton Bay. The club’s annual June event at Piney Point was a great success with 39 registered vintage race boats that ranged from small v-bottoms to fire breathing, high speed tunnels. In addition to local members, drivers traveled as far as 850 miles to join in the fun. The event has become an anticipated family summer activity.
Miami Proud: PATCHES, a place for special needs children where miracles happen
By JIM BERRY Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR) — “Ellie is our middle daughter. She is eight years old and she is amazing,” explains Dalia Baurichter. Ellie uses a wheelchair and is nonverbal. She was a preemie, born at 33 weeks and just under four pounds. She is the second and biggest premature baby to Dalia and Tony Baurichter. At first, they thought ‘We got this’ because initially there was nothing obviously different.
PATCHES, a place for special needs children where miracles happen
MIAMI - "Ellie is our middle daughter. She is eight years old and she is amazing," explains Dalia Baurichter. Ellie uses a wheelchair and is nonverbal. She was a preemie, born at 33 weeks and just under four pounds. She is the second and biggest premature baby to Dalia and Tony Baurichter. At first, they thought 'We got this' because initially there was nothing obviously different. "You know, it was more like progressively for her instead of getting ready to get discharged.
Calling All Vintage Race Boat Spectators!
Hello vintage race boat fans! With winter exiting the mid-Atlantic region, ushering in spring and the promise of enjoyable weather, members of the Southern Maryland Boat Club (SMBC) have been hard at work preparing for their highly anticipated two events in St. Mary’s County, MD. The first scheduled weekend is at Piney Point Boat Ramp and Park.
Trailblazing Dr. James Sistrunk opened Broward's first Black hospital
/ CBS Miami FORT LAUDERDALE - On a sunny afternoon, Broward native Ezra Baldwin was shooting hoops at the YMCA on Sistrunk Boulevard, when Jim Berry posed this question to him. "Sistrunk Boulevard, what do you know about the person it's named after," he asked. "I'm not too sure who it's named after to be honest with you," replied Baldwin. The lobby of the YMCA provides the answer. James Franklin Sistrunk was Broward's first Black doctor. He delivered more than five thousand babies.
Miami Heat's Victor Oladipo is a man of many talents with plenty of heart
/ CBS Miami MIAMI - If the Miami Heat needs inspiration this season, they need look no further than Victor Oladipo, a man of many talents who has plenty of heart. To reach Oladipo, just talk music, it seems to pour out of him, even when he's on the practice court. "You know a song can make, you know, make a lot of things change for you. It can bring back nostalgia, it could, you know, bring back good memories, bad memories, whatever you want. So that's the power of music," he told CBS4's Jim Berry.
Miami Proud: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami CEO Gale Nelson Invests Big in Mentoring and Community
Doral names Edwin Lopez as new police chief MIAMI - The City of Doral has a new police chief and it's a familiar face. Edwin Lopez, who served as police chief of Miami-Dade County Schools has been approved by the city council to lead Doral's department. Lopez released the following statement:"I am extremely honored to be selected as the Chief of Police for the City of Doral.
DJ Irie Weekend is back and better than ever
/ CBS Miami MIAMI - DJ Irie Weekend is back and better than ever. Irie Weekend is one of South Florida's highly anticipated weekends of the year. For the past 16 years, Irie Weekend has brought together notable VIPs, celebrities, professional athletes and world-renowned musical artists to create South Florida's biggest celebration, with proceeds benefiting the Irie Foundation. The weekend moves to December this year, and it will bring some holiday cheer to everyone who attends.
Nat Moore Trophy finalists chat with CBS4 sports anchor Jim Berry
MIAMI - This year's four finalists for the CBS4 Nat Moore Trophy feature 2 players from Miami-Dade County and 2 players from Broward. CBS Miami sports anchor Jim Berry sat down with the final four: Rueben Bain, Brandon Inniss, Edwin Joseph and Nathaniel Joseph. Here is what they told Jim about why they should win the trophy: Jim chats with Rueben Bain: "What's it like for you to come up, Rueben starting with you.
Dolphins legend on the award's importance
MIAMI - CBS4 is the home of the Nat Moore Trophy and the award is named after a Dolphins legend and community hero. CBS4 sports anchor Jim Berry sat down with the man himself to talk about the award that's named after this great gentleman. Here is Berry's interview with Nat Moore: Berry: "We are here with nat moore, miami dolphins legend and community hero and scratch golfer. Did I cover all the bases pretty much?" Moore: "I think it's more golf than anything. I'm not a scratch.
At Just 22, Miami Heat Superstar Tyler Herro Continues To Torch The Competition
MIAMI (CBSMiami) — In just his third NBA season, Tyler Herro went from Miami Heat secret weapon to a “walking bucket” at just the age of 22. Taking it to opponents, whether it’s a floater down the lane or a three-point shot, Herro has torched the competition. READ MORE: 'We'll Not Be The Governor's Punching Bag,' Florida Black Elected Officials To Send Message To Gov. DeSantis On Redistricting In 66 games this season, Herro has averaged 20.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists per game.
‘The Personification Of Heat Culture’: One-On-One With Heat Veteran Udonis Haslem
By Jim BerryMarch 16, 2022 at 7:41 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Miami Heat veteran Udonis Haslem has his eye on a big prize, a slice of ownership with the franchise. In a revealing interview with CBS4 sports anchor Jim Berry, Haslem opened up about his devotion to the team and his hometown. READ MORE: Miami Police Department Needs Help Finding 10-Year-Old Bryan Tathum “I have given up $70 million over the course of my career to stay here.
By Jim BerryFebruary 24, 2022 at 9:48 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Saturday marks 10 years since death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin. The killing of the Florida teen at the hands of a stranger still reverberates, especially with his father, Tracy Martin. Martin still spends hours at the Miramar park where his son Trayvon grew up playing football. He still coaches kids there.
‘Uptown Dale’ McLean Has Been Entertaining Heat Fans For More Than A Decade
By Jim BerryFebruary 21, 2022 at 9:13 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Some people light up a room. The Miami Heat have a guy who lights up the arena. Dale McLean, aka “Uptown Dale,” has been firing up Heat fans as the in-arena host for the past 15 years. READ MORE: Environmentalist Maggy Hurchalla, Sister Of Janet Reno, Died At 81 But there is much more to McLean than that. At some point during home games, turns to the rafters. “You forget that all eyes are on you at that moment.
MIAMI (CBSMiami) — The Liberty City Optimist Club is widely known for some of the NFL players who started out there, and for its local celebrity co-founder Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell. For over thirty years it’s been a safe haven through its sports programs. But it’s also home to an after-school program, in partnership with The Children’s Trust. Kids get snacks, academics, tutoring, activities, field trips, and much more.
Larry Blustein’s Hard-Fought COVID Fight Is Far From Over
By Jim BerryFebruary 8, 2022 at 6:35 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – South Florida high school football guru Larry Blustein is on a slow road to recovery in a hard-fought battle with COVID-19 that left him in critical condition. Blustein is not the type to ask for help but thanks to a close friend, he’s getting it. READ MORE: Florida Property Tax Breaks Move Through House Blustein is the undisputed oracle of high school football in South Florida. Pivotal in helping CBS4 News create the CBS4 Nat Moore Trophy.
By Jim BerryFebruary 8, 2022 at 5:56 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The new head coach for the Miami Dolphins is already making an impression with his quarterback after just one day on the job. “We’re gonna have an extensive professional relationship my man,” Mike McDaniel told Fins QB Tua Tagovailoa.
For Former Miami Heat Star Shane Battier, It’s All About Helping Underprivileged Kids Achieve Their Goals
By Jim BerryJanuary 27, 2022 at 6:18 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – As a leader on and off the court, former Miami Heat player Shane Battier firmly believes that the future of our youth rests in higher education. The Battier ‘Take Charge’ Foundation, established by Shane and his wife Heidi, is dedicated to providing resources for the development and education of underserved kids and teens.
2021: A Year To Remember - South Florida Sports
By Jim BerryDecember 29, 2021 at 5:36 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) – In just a couple of days, we’ll put 2021 in the rearview mirror. So let’s take a look back at some of the biggest stories in local sports. READ MORE: More Cruise Ships Under CDC Investigation Due To COVID Cases In 2021, the coaching carousel in college football was in full swing.
CBS4 Nat Moore Trophy Talk With The Dolphins Legend Himself
By Jim BerryDecember 7, 2021 at 7:27 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – CBS4’s Jim Berry sat down for an interview with Miami Dolphins legend Nat Moore to talk about this year’s final four. In the running for the 2021 CBS4 Nat Moore Trophy: St. Thomas Aquinas quarterback Zion Turner, Dillard wide receiver Devaughn Mortimer, American Heritage defensive end Marvin Jones Jr. and Chaminade Madonna defensive end Kenyatta Jackson.
‘I’m Honored & Humbled’: New Miami Hurricanes Coach Mario Cristobal
By Jim BerryDecember 7, 2021 at 5:13 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Former Miami Hurricanes player and national champion Mario Cristobal has returned home. On Tuesday, he was introduced as the new head coach of the Hurricanes football team, replacing Manny Diaz. READ MORE: Jury Continues Deliberations Dayonte Resiles Murder Trial After Juror Disagreed With Manslaughter Verdict From the moment he appeared at UM’s Hecht Center, Mario Cristobal was greeted like a politician who had just won an election.
Marlins Show Off Their $50 Million Men
By Jim BerryDecember 2, 2021 at 8:05 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) – At loanDepot Park, the Miami Marlins big decision makers, CEO Derek Jeter, General Manager Kim Ng, and principal owner Bruce Sherman were glad to show off their new fifty million dollar men. The team re-signed pitcher Sandy Alcantara, convinced that he offers all they want in an ace of the staff. Ng said that Alcantara has everything you want in a pitcher and clubhouse leader.
CBS4’s Jim Berry Chats With The Fantastic Four Finalists For The Nat Moore Trophy 🏆
By Jim BerryNovember 23, 2021 at 5:27 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) — The Big Four for this year’s CBS 4 Nat Moore Trophy has been announced. CBS4 Sports Anchor Jim Berry interviewed the final four about becoming finalists and their heroics on the football field. This year’s finalists include two dominant defensive ends, Marvin Jones Jr. from American Heritage and Chaminade Madonna’s Kenyatta Jackson Jr. along with two offensive weapons.
Dolphins Hoping To Pick Up 3rd Straight Win Against Lowly Jets
By Jim BerryNovember 17, 2021 at 5:36 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Miami Dolphins are going for their third straight win this Sunday in New York against the Jets. The team’s mood has certainly been more upbeat. READ MORE: Divers Spend Another Day Searching Coconut Creek Lake For Missing Man Daniel Potter As he finished speaking with reporters Wednesday, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa recreated his touchdown dance from Thursday night’s win over the Baltimore Ravens.
Miami Heat Hoping To Buck The Bucks In Thursday’s Season Opener
By Jim BerryOctober 21, 2021 at 5:59 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) — The Miami Heat hit the court Thursday night in prime time for their season opener at the FTX Arena against the defending NBA champ Milwaukee Bucks. The last time these teams met, the Bucks swept the Heat out of the playoffs in a humbling first round exit. It prompted a host of offseason changes in which the Heat added three veteran players with championship experience.
Remembering 9/11: CBS4 Journalists Recall That Fateful Day And The Aftermath
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The events of September 11th, 2001, are like a timestamp for those tasked with covering its aftermath. CBS4 Sports anchor Jim Berry said that fateful day is burned into our memories. READ MORE: Landlord Of Broward Apartment Complex Issues COVID Vaccine Mandate He said on the morning of September 11th, he was sitting at the counter at The Muffin Tin restaurant in Pinecrest having breakfast.
Chris Bosh Shares What Miami Heat Have To Do Next Season After Being Bounced From NBA Playoffs
By Jim BerryJune 22, 2021 at 6:52 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Former Heat superstar and two-time NBA champion Chris Bosh has a new book. In it, he talks candidly about his time with the Miami Heat and being part of the Big Three. READ MORE: 911 Calls Released Of Aftermath Of Memorial Day Weekend Mass Shooting In NW Dade CBS4 Sports Anchor Jim Berry spoke one-on-one with Bosh about his next chapter.
US Supreme Court Opens Door To Significant Increase In Compensation For Student Athletes
By Jim BerryJune 21, 2021 at 6:44 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The US Supreme Court puts the NCAA on notice about changing its rules on how college athletes should be compensated. In a unanimous ruling, it sides with the athletes, saying that NCAA is violating anti-trust laws by limiting their education-related benefits. READ MORE: Fourth Stimulus Check: Is Another Relief Payment Coming?
Former Heat Star Chris Bosh Recalls Basketball Journey With New Book
By Jim BerryJune 21, 2021 at 5:58 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Five years removed from his basketball glory, Chris Bosh is now a happy man. That was not always the case. “At first, I’ll be honest, I was kind of in a negative mind space. I felt like things were snatched away from me,” said Bosh. READ MORE: 'This Was A Pure Accident': Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton On Deadly Pride Parade Crash In 2016, Bosh was in his basketball prime when his career was cut short by life-threatening blood clots.
Miami-Dade & Broward Look Toward New Mayors To Be Voice Of Calm During Hurricane Season
By Jim BerryJune 4, 2021 at 8:25 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) — This is the second hurricane season where South Florida is preparing in a pandemic, but Miami-Dade and Broward Counties have new mayors this year, and many will be looking to them to be the voice of calm in a storm. “We know that storms are coming earlier and lasting longer,” said Daniella Levine Cava. READ MORE: Bye-Bye AmericanAirlines Arena.
Miami-Dade & Broward Look Toward New Mayors To Be Voice Of Calm During Hurricane Season
By Jim BerryMay 30, 2021 at 11:33 am MIAMI (CBSMiami) — This is the second hurricane season where South Florida is preparing in a pandemic, but Miami-Dade and Broward Counties have new mayors this year, and many will be looking to them to be the voice of calm in a storm. “We know that storms are coming earlier and lasting longer,” said Daniella Levine Cava.
Cool, Calm & Collected: Cats Rookie Spencer Knight Becomes First Ever 20-Year-Old To Make Playoff Debut In An Elimination Game
By Jim BerryMay 25, 2021 at 8:16 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – For rookie goaltender Spencer Knight, things could not have started much worse. In the first minute of his playoff debut Monday night at the BB&T Center in Sunrise, he got struck by Tampa Bay Lightning. The team scored on its first shot, when the game was just 53 seconds old. READ MORE: Royal Caribbean Gets Green Light From CDC To Start Test Cruises “You can’t do anything about it,” the young goalie coolly reflected.
Orange Blossom Classic Returning To South Florida Original
By Jim BerryMay 5, 2021 at 6:39 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Orange Blossom Classic is returning to South Florida after 43 years. The football game between historically Black colleges will kick off at Hard Rock Stadium on Labor Day weekend. READ MORE: Police Investigate Attack On Woman Who Was Out For Jog In SW Miami The Orange Blossom Classic was such a staple in this community and in Black college football. Its revival could be big because one big personality is helping to drive it.
‘Billionaire Boxer’ Joe Fournier Ready To Settle Score With Reggaeton Singer Reykon In The Ring Original
By Jim BerryApril 14, 2021 at 8:08 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Joe Fournier is a British guy living the American dream. He made a fortune in the fitness industry and the nightclub business before becoming the so called “Billionaire Boxer.” At age 38, he’s training feverishly at the famous 5th Street Gym in Miami Beach. READ MORE: CDC Study Finds Leaving Middle Seat Open On Airplanes Could Reduce COVID Exposure For Passengers Why? “Why not?” he told CBS4’s Jim Berry.
Miami Dolphins Will Host Live NFL Draft Party At Hard Rock Stadium
By Jim BerryApril 7, 2021 at 5:21 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Hey football fans, mark your calendars for Thursday April 29. That’s the night the Miami Dolphins draft party will be back on for day one of the NFL draft. There was no such event last year due to the pandemic. Instead, in 2020, the NFL draft as virtual and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell was in his den.
Liberty City’s Marcel ‘Man Man’ Ballatier Fighting Hard To Put Himself On The Boxing Map
By Jim BerryMarch 8, 2021 at 7:46 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Lightning fast hands that pack a mean punch – not something one would expect from a 6-foot, 120-something pound string bean. But this is just part of the impressive package from the boxer known as “Man Man.” Marcel Ballatier was just 7 years old when he showed up at Ian Ford’s boxing gym in Miami. READ MORE: Biden Administration Grants Temporary Protective Status To Venezuelans In US Right away, the trainer saw a lanky kid with a manly frame.
Black History Month: The Westside Gazette, A Newspaper Launched To Serve The Black Community, Publishing Its 50th-Anniversary Edition
By Jim BerryFebruary 24, 2021 at 7:36 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Westside Gazette, a newspaper based in Broward County and established to serve an African-American audience, is publishing its 50th-anniversary edition this week. If newspapers could talk, then Bobby Henry’s Westside Gazette, the oldest African-American newspaper in the region, would speak volumes about the history of Black Fort Lauderdale.
Is There A DeVonta Smith, Tua Tagovailoa Reunion Ahead For The Miami Dolphins?
By Jim BerryJanuary 26, 2021 at 6:17 pm MIAMI (CBSMIAMI) — The Senior Bowl is back and this year, the Miami Dolphins coaching staff will be in charge when practices begin next week. Dolphin head coach Brian Flores, who is already in Mobile, Alabama for the Senior Bowl, said it’s extra work but knows being there could give him a leg up on preps for the NFL draft.
Letter: Hooray for vaccination
I spent a frustrating weekend trying to navigate the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services website to book senior COVID-19 vaccines with no success. I was surprised Sunday night to receive notice my waitlist appointment — submitted five hours earlier — was accepted at Anchorage School District for Monday morning. I arrived with my appointment confirmation. My wife was a walk-in. What a great experience.
Miami Heat Playing With ‘Heavy Hearts’ Over ‘Two Americas’
By Jim BerryJanuary 7, 2021 at 6:12 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Many were stunned by Wednesday’s takeover of the US Capitol, including Miami Heat players, but not so much for the reasons you may think. Wednesday night’s game between the Heat and the Boston Celtics almost did not happen. Players from both teams talked about the riots that unfolded in the nation’s capital.
‘Tua Is Our Starter’: Dolphins Brass Gives Tagovailoa Vote Of Confidence After Up-&-Down Rookie Season
By Jim BerryJanuary 5, 2021 at 5:15 pm MIAMI (CBSMiami) – After an up-and-down rookie season, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has received a vote of confidence from his head coach and general manager. The Miami Dolphins believe Tagovailoa is their guy, and they expect him to start next season. However, he may still get pushed to prove that he deserves to keep the job. The dust is still settling from a disappointing finish, but overall encouraging 2020.
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