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After more than a century of munching on her favorite foods of romaine lettuce and cactus fruit, beloved Galapagos tortoise Gramma, the oldest resident of the San Diego Zoo, has died. Gramma was born in her native habitat and was estimated to be about 141 years old, zoo officials said.
Gramma the Galapagos tortoise, oldest resident of San Diego Zoo, dies at about 141 - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After more than a century of munching on her favorite foods of romaine lettuce and cactus fruit, beloved Galapagos tortoise Gramma,Read More
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November 28, 2025 at 3:00 AM
After more than a century of munching on her favorite foods of romaine lettuce and cactus fruit, beloved Galapagos tortoise Gramma, the oldest resident of the San Diego Zoo, has died. Gramma was born in her native habitat and was estimated to be about 141 years old, zoo officials said.
Girls flag football is booming nationwide, but in Florida, families and former players are now helping lead the sport’s rapid growth from a local tradition to a rising national force.
Girls flag football is finally catching on. Florida high schools were 20 years early - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — For Alicia and Taylor Jones, whether they would play football in high school was never really a question.When the identical twinsRead More
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November 28, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Girls flag football is booming nationwide, but in Florida, families and former players are now helping lead the sport’s rapid growth from a local tradition to a rising national force.
A tourist believed to be in her 20s has died after being bitten by a shark in Australia on Thursday, according to police.
Tourist dies after being bitten by shark in Australia - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
(CNN) — A tourist believed to be in her 20s has died after being bitten by a shark in Australia on Thursday, according to police.A man,Read More
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November 28, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A tourist believed to be in her 20s has died after being bitten by a shark in Australia on Thursday, according to police.
It was home sweet home for a beloved sea turtle that was released after months of recovery in the Florida Keys.
Molly the loggerhead released to sea after months-long recovery at Turtle Hospital - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
KEY WEST, FLA. (WSVN) - It was home sweet home for a beloved sea turtle that was released after months of recovery in the FloridaRead More
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November 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
It was home sweet home for a beloved sea turtle that was released after months of recovery in the Florida Keys.
Universal Studios is considering implementing sensor-equipped seats and robotic inspection devices to enhance safety on its rides, as revealed by recent patent filings.
Patents published for new safety technology at Universal parks - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
ORLANDO, Florida (WESH) — Universal Studios is considering implementing sensor-equipped seats and robotic inspection devices to enhance safety on its rides, as revealed by recentRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Universal Studios is considering implementing sensor-equipped seats and robotic inspection devices to enhance safety on its rides, as revealed by recent patent filings.
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra celebrated his 800th career win after the team beat the Milwaukee Bucks in an NBA Cup game.
Erik Spoelstra had no idea why he was getting drenched in the locker room. His 800th win was why - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI (AP) — Water bottles were getting dumped on Miami coach Erik Spoelstra from all angles in a joyous locker room after the Heat beatRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra celebrated his 800th career win after the team beat the Milwaukee Bucks in an NBA Cup game.
A vintage blue VW bus that became an unlikely symbol of resilience after it survived a California wildfire made its public debut this week, shiny and like-new after Volkswagen spent months restoring the damaged vehicle.
Volkswagen debuts restored vintage blue bus that survived a California wildfire and melted hearts - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A vintage blue VW bus that became an unlikely symbol of resilience after it survived a California wildfire made its publicRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 9:15 PM
A vintage blue VW bus that became an unlikely symbol of resilience after it survived a California wildfire made its public debut this week, shiny and like-new after Volkswagen spent months restoring the damaged vehicle.
Body camera video obtained by 7News shows the arrest of a Miami Lakes lawyer who has been accused of knocking out an elderly Norwegian Cruise Line passenger during a hallway fight.
Bodycam video shows arrest of Miami Lakes lawyer accused of knocking out elderly cruise passenger - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI (WSVN) - Body camera video obtained by 7News shows the arrest of a Miami Lakes lawyer who has been accused of knocking out anRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Body camera video obtained by 7News shows the arrest of a Miami Lakes lawyer who has been accused of knocking out an elderly Norwegian Cruise Line passenger during a hallway fight.
Miami police released body camera footage showing the arrest of a 23-year-old church driver accused of sending sexually explicit messages to a 13-year-old girl.
New video shows arrest of church driver accused of sending sexually explicit messages to minor - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI (WSVN) - Miami Police has released new body camera footage of an alarming arrest of a church driver accused of sending sexually explicit messagesRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Miami police released body camera footage showing the arrest of a 23-year-old church driver accused of sending sexually explicit messages to a 13-year-old girl.
Thanksgiving is a day of gratitude, but it can also be physically demanding and mentally draining, leaving you exhausted and bloated. Simple mind-body strategies can help you avoid that fate, supporting your energy, digestion and nervous system.
12 mind-body tips to relieve stress, bloat and exhaustion on Thanksgiving - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
(CNN) — Thanksgiving is a day of gratitude, connection and celebration, but it can also be physically demanding and mentally draining. Hours of cooking, sitting atRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Thanksgiving is a day of gratitude, but it can also be physically demanding and mentally draining, leaving you exhausted and bloated. Simple mind-body strategies can help you avoid that fate, supporting your energy, digestion and nervous system.
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking offRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 6:15 PM
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
#UPDATE: The Campbell’s Co. said it has fired an executive who was recorded making racist comments and mocking the company’s products and customers.
Campbell’s fires executive who was recorded saying company’s products are for ‘poor people’ - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
(AP) — The Campbell’s Co. said Wednesday it has fired an executive who was recorded making racist comments and mocking the company’s products and customers.MartinRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#UPDATE: The Campbell’s Co. said it has fired an executive who was recorded making racist comments and mocking the company’s products and customers.
#UPDATE: Firefighters battled a blaze at a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong for the second day, as the death toll rose to 65 in one of the deadliest blazes in the city’s modern history.
At least 65 dead as Hong Kong firefighters battle burning towers for a second day - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
HONG KONG (AP) — Firefighters battled a blaze at a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong for the second day on Thursday, as the deathRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
#UPDATE: Firefighters battled a blaze at a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong for the second day, as the death toll rose to 65 in one of the deadliest blazes in the city’s modern history.
MISSING CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER: Authorities in St. Maarten are searching for a 55-year-old U.S. citizen who vanished after leaving a cruise ship that had departed from Port Everglades earlier this month.
US cruise passenger reported missing after disembarking in St. Maarten; Ship set to return to Port Everglades - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
ST. MAARTEN (WSVN) – Authorities in St. Maarten are searching for a 55-year-old U.S. citizen who vanished after leaving a cruise ship that had departedRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM
MISSING CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER: Authorities in St. Maarten are searching for a 55-year-old U.S. citizen who vanished after leaving a cruise ship that had departed from Port Everglades earlier this month.
The Department of Homeland Security has announced it plans to end temporary protected status for Haiti.
Trump administration announces plan to end temporary protected status for Haitian immigrants - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
(WSVN) - The Department of Homeland Security has announced it plans to end temporary protected status for Haiti.The change would mean more than 350,000 HaitianRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The Department of Homeland Security has announced it plans to end temporary protected status for Haiti.
JUST IN: An Afghan national has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House. CIA Director John Ratcliffe said the suspect worked with the CIA and the U.S. government in Afghanistan before coming to U.S.
Afghan national in custody after shooting of 2 National Guard members near White House - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
WASHINGTON (AP) — An Afghan national has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House in a brazen actRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
JUST IN: An Afghan national has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House. CIA Director John Ratcliffe said the suspect worked with the CIA and the U.S. government in Afghanistan before coming to U.S.
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he is barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summit next year in Miami and will “stop all payments and subsidies” to the country over its treatment of a U.S. government representative at this year’s global meeting.
Trump says he’s barring South Africa from participating in next year’s G20 summit in Miami - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he is barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summitRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he is barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summit next year in Miami and will “stop all payments and subsidies” to the country over its treatment of a U.S. government representative at this year’s global meeting.
A telescope in Chile has captured a stunning new picture of a grand and graceful cosmic butterfly.
Telescope in Chile captures stunning new picture of a cosmic butterfly - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A telescope in Chile has captured a stunning new picture of a grand and graceful cosmic butterfly.The National Science Foundation’sRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A telescope in Chile has captured a stunning new picture of a grand and graceful cosmic butterfly.
A South Florida nonprofit is helping young wrestlers excel on the mat and in the classroom, with several athletes crediting the Li’l Abner Foundation’s training and homeschooling support for building their confidence, discipline and championship success.
Miami Wrestling Club is shaping young champs — with help from Li’l Abner Foundation - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
PALMETTO BAY, Fla. (WSVN) — A group of kids are becoming the best versions of themselves, both physically and mentally, with the help from aRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
A South Florida nonprofit is helping young wrestlers excel on the mat and in the classroom, with several athletes crediting the Li’l Abner Foundation’s training and homeschooling support for building their confidence, discipline and championship success.
The Miami Parking Authority is launching its annual “Holiday Parking Courtesy Citation” program.
Miami Parking Authority kicks off holidays with 1 hour of free extended street parking - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI (WSVN) - The Miami Parking Authority is launching its annual “Holiday Parking Courtesy Citation” program.This means customers will receive one hour of free extendedRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 3:15 AM
The Miami Parking Authority is launching its annual “Holiday Parking Courtesy Citation” program.
Matthew Tkachuk is skating again, though the Florida Panthers still aren’t sure when their star forward will be able to make his season debut.
Matthew Tkachuk is skating again, but no set return date for Florida Panthers star - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Matthew Tkachuk is skating again, though the Florida Panthers still aren’t sure when their star forward will be able toRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Matthew Tkachuk is skating again, though the Florida Panthers still aren’t sure when their star forward will be able to make his season debut.
The U.S. Coast Guard successfully located four missing boaters who failed to return from a fishing trip.
U.S. Coast Guard finds 4 missing boaters alive after their boat capsized - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
CLEARWATER, Florida (WFTS) — The U.S. Coast Guard successfully located four missing boaters who failed to return from a fishing trip on Monday.Officials said theRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 1:45 AM
The U.S. Coast Guard successfully located four missing boaters who failed to return from a fishing trip.
Miami Heat stars Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, joined by fellow athletes and volunteers, handed out Thanksgiving meals to families in Liberty City and Overtown.
Heat stars, legends pass out Thanksgiving assists for the holiday season - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI (WSVN) - Miami Heat stars, including Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, stepped off the court to dish some major Thanksgiving assists to the community.TheRead More
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Miami Heat stars Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, joined by fellow athletes and volunteers, handed out Thanksgiving meals to families in Liberty City and Overtown.
Police in West Palm Beach arrested a man who, detectives said, tried to run over members of an LGBTQ+ running group, and the dangerous drive was caught on video.
Driver accused of trying to hit runners in LGBTQ+ group in West Palm Beach may face hate crime charges, police say - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Police in West Palm Beach arrested a man who, detectives said, tried to run over members of an LGBTQ+Read More
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November 27, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Police in West Palm Beach arrested a man who, detectives said, tried to run over members of an LGBTQ+ running group, and the dangerous drive was caught on video.
Newly released body camera footage shows the moments when a University of Miami graduate student slammed into a Miami Beach police officer and took off.
Bodycam footage shows UM grad student hitting Miami Beach Police officer with scooter - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Newly released body camera footage shows the moments when a University of Miami graduate student slammed into a Miami BeachRead More
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November 26, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Newly released body camera footage shows the moments when a University of Miami graduate student slammed into a Miami Beach police officer and took off.