South Florida education leaders review 2023's challenges, including the controversial state educational policies, and reflect on their districts' performance and future strategies.

Broward County's school board is considering a four-day school week, having seen both successes and drawbacks in local high schools. The change comes amid concerns over potential increases in juvenile crime and drops in academic performance.

B'nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton served Christmas Day meals to over 225 needy individuals and provided blankets, amidst other community services.

Floridians show holiday spirit by serving meals to those in need at Boca Raton Mall and in West Palm Beach, continuing local traditions of generosity.

Community Friends Inc. helped a teacher after a porch pirate stole Christmas gifts from her home, despite having security cameras. Florida offers tips to prevent package thefts.

The Pompano Beach Christmas Express led by local fire department and volunteers provided a large toy giveaway to children, with support from the community and over $20,000 in donated toys.

Fort Lauderdale fires on Christmas left families homeless, prompting local firefighters and the Red Cross to provide support, including $700 for gifts and meals. Multiple residences and a church were affected, with the causes under investigation.

Firefighters in South Florida spread holiday cheer by distributing gifts to children, with Pompano Beach and Miami fire departments engaging local communities and maintaining long-standing traditions of giving.

Two Cuban best friends were reunited at Miami International Airport on Christmas Eve after being separated for 30 years, as covered by CBS News Miami.

Shoppers flocked to Miami International Mall for last-minute Super Saturday holiday deals, marking the season's busiest shopping day with nearly $966 billion in projected spending.

A shooting on Miami's SR 826 led to an investigation after a Mercedes-Benz SUV with bullet holes was found. A separate but possibly related incident left a BMW SUV driver hospitalized after a shooting on the same road.

Miramar Police officers delivered Christmas gifts to children at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, continuing a 15-year tradition sparked by personal experiences of loss.

The Humane Society of Broward County is seeking permanent homes for two dogs, Pearla and Buttercup, part of their mission to find loving families for animals in need.