Exploring Overtown's rich Black History, one stop at a time
Jean Cidelca, a passionate architect and historian, guides visitors through Overtown's soul, unveiling the rich tapestry of Black history woven into its streets.
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Jean Cidelca, a passionate architect and historian, guides visitors through Overtown's soul, unveiling the rich tapestry of Black history woven into its streets.
CBS News Miami I is celebrating Black History Month through the stories of resilience, and strength of South Florida's historically black communities and community members.
The nonprofit conducts research and digs up pictures to tell little-known Miami history.
From a little boy in Coconut Grove to an astronaut who walked in space, Scott's life is a testament to hard work.
"I was trying to be as calm and collected as I possibly could," Scott recalled of the phone call he received in 1992 telling him he had been selected as a NASA astronaut.
Nearly 80 years later, descendants of the Railroad Shop Colored Addition say their families were never compensated by the City of Miami.
In the summer of 1947, a thriving Black community in Miami vanished in the blink of an eye.
Nathaniel "Traz" Powell was one of Miami's pioneering African American athletes.
Nathaniel "Traz" Powell was one of Miami's pioneering African American athletes. Hank Tester has the story.
Miami police shared a picture on social media of five African American men being sworn in as the city’ first Black police officers on Sept. 1, 1944.
Black History Month is marked in February, and the history of the observance dates back almost a century.
The Defense Intelligence Agency has issued a memo to pause activities marking MLK Jr. Day and Black History Month, among other "special observances."
Thirty years after Florida required schools to teach African American history, how the subject is taught remains inconsistent across Florida classrooms, a review by The Associated Press has found.
Some of her more notable work came when she was in her 70s.
Teri Williams, President and COO of One United Bank, said Black owned banks are focused on communities that feel unwelcome at other banks.
Jim Crow segregation was at the core of the circumstances that Killens operated in
CBS News Miami is commemorating Black History Month with a man whose name seems to be everywhere in the Black community, and rightly so.
CBS News Miami is commemorating Black History Month with a man whose name seems to be everywhere in the Black community, and rightly so.
Miami was a crucial starting point for the Negro baseball league
The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs
The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs
Gov. Ron Desantis said it was "absurd" and "nothing in state requires that"
Gov. DeSantis called it "absurd."
That wall was built in 1930 and stood as high as 6 feet tall. Also referred to as a ‘race wall’ its purpose was to separate the white and black neighborhoods of Liberty City and the Liberty Square or Pork and Bean project.
The wall, on NW 12th Avenue between 62nd Street and 67th Street, was built in the 1930s to separate the white neighborhoods from the Black neighborhoods.
Opponents voiced concerns over the Trump administration's policies, while supporters praised his actions in the early months of his second term.
Florida's attorney general says his office has opened a criminal investigation into Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are charged with human trafficking in Romania.
A House committee will now investigate by issuing subpoenas, questioning witnesses under oath and hiring outside experts.
President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
The school, located in the 7400 block of SW 120th St., will host a free MMR immunization drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the week of March 10, 2025.
Opponents voiced concerns over the Trump administration's policies, while supporters praised his actions in the early months of his second term.
Florida's attorney general says his office has opened a criminal investigation into Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are charged with human trafficking in Romania.
A House committee will now investigate by issuing subpoenas, questioning witnesses under oath and hiring outside experts.
The layoffs are part of a broader effort led by Elon Musk's DOGE to shrink the federal workforce.
President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
Hong Kong-based conglomerate has agreed to sell shares of its units that operate two key ports in Panama to BlackRock consortium.
The U.S. has been a key supplier of weapons for Ukraine as it continues to fend off the invasion launched by Russia three years ago.
His death prompted an outpouring of tributes from political leaders and community figures who hailed his legacy as a statesman and defender of human rights.
Canada, Mexico and China are hitting back with retaliatory tariffs. The moves raised fears of higher prices for U.S. consumers and a trade war.
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
The former lieutenant governor sat down with "Facing South Florida" for her first interview since becoming FIU's interim president.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to taking an up-close look at President Donald Trump's first month in office.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to the immigration bill DeSantis signed and the tumultuous events leading up to it.
Jim talks to Republican State Senator Blaise Ingoglia, who has been in the immigration battle from the beginning.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
A World Health Organization official said the FDA "participated as in the past" in the process.
Overall effectiveness against flu hospitalization was still high, the CDC said.
The cancelation upends the usual process to start manufacturing next winter's flu shots.
It's the second Holland America Line ship to have dozens of passengers fall ill this month, according to the CDC.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The Oscars paid tribute to Gene Hackman Sunday night, days after he and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their New Mexico home.
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the brilliant career of Gene Hackman, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.
Hollywood's biggest stars turned out for the 97th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2025 Oscars.
The Florida Man Games are back for Round 2, as teams from around the state gather to prove they have what it takes to join the ranks of the world's worst superhero.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.