911 Call
Usually, when we call 911, we expect to get help in a hurry. But a young south Florida girl thinks the system let her down when she called in the middle of the night. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
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Roofer Nightmares
The slogan may have been 'Jesus Saves' but the work wasn't so divine. A south Florida roofer could be stripped of his contractor's license after it was used to rip off dozens of people. Seven's Carmel Cafiero broke the story in September... Now, she has more on the case.
Contract Sting
With so many homes still suffering hurricane damage, unlicensed contractors have become a major problem in south Florida. But in Miami-Dade County, authorities are turning the tables. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is On The Case - with the exclusive.
Power Play Follow Up
Florida Power and Light has finally decided to comment in connection with a Seven News investigation that aired last month. That report - power play - revealed cities could be paying tens of thousands of dollars for streetlights - that do not exist. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero broke the story and is - on the case.
Black Box
We all know "black boxes" on airplanes contain data that helps investigators figure out what went wrong after a crash. Now - similar devices are turning up in the family car - and that may not always be a good thing. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is On The Case.
Power Play
Florida power and light has been in the spotlight since the hurricane season. But not all the coverage has been positive. Now Seven News has turned up information that indicates FPL could be making big money from taxpayers by charging for street lights - that don't exist. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is live in Pompano Beach with this - "Power Play".
Animal Shelter
It's been six months since the Miami Dade animal shelter got a veterinarian as its new director. But did it get a new direction??? Tonight, there's criticism of the way the facility is operating. And investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Flooded Planes
After a hurricane - most of us are aware of storm damaged cars being sold as undamaged. But now, flooded airplanes are also being sold as undamaged. Even an FAA employee was fooled into almost buying one. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero has more in tonight's Carmel on the Case.
Cell Phones
For many people, it is a monthly mistake. Your cell phone bill arrives- and as usual- you've gone way over your minutes. But if you think your bill can't get much higher, think again. In tonight's Carmel on the Case, investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero shows us why your cell number could soon be public knowledge.
Hidden High
Parents already have enough to worry about when it comes to drugs and alcohol. But now there's a new danger that can be nearly impossible to detect. In tonight's Carmel on the Case, investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero uncovers this "hidden high" that's being used by kids as young as 9 years old.
Emergency Food
When we look back on 2005, none of us will ever forget Hurricane Wilma. But immediatly after the storm, the State of Florida did for the first time try to provide thousands of boxed meals. Now - two months later - some people are still trying to figure out why we paid so much for so little. Investigative Carmel Cafiero has more in tonight's Carmel on the Case
Christmas Pets
A pet can be a very popular Christmas or Hannukah present. But this year, Florida lawmaker's wants to make sure every animal being purchased is in good health. In tonight's Carmel on the Case, investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero shadowed an inspector as part of a statewide pet store sweep.
Sick Schools
For years, mold has been a major problem in Broward County Schools. But now, the school board is considering spending thousands of tax payer dollars to fight a legal battle it's already lost...against a teacher who's already proven she got sick on the job. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero has more in tonight's Carmel on the case.
Mad At The Marina
The clean up after Hurricane Wilma is costing homeowners a lot of time and money. And that holds true for boat owners too. But there's controversy about how one marina is handling the collapse of its facility. Investigative Reporter Carmel Cafiero is "on the case".
Flu Fight
Tonight a Broward businessman says the state has all but put him out of business - unfairly. He was charged with overcharging for the flu vaccine when it was in short supply last year. But now for the first time ever, he's speaking out... And investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is “on the case.”
Unlicensed Contractors
For most of us, the power's back and the gas lines are gone. Now, we're having to clean up from what Wilma left behind. But if you're hiring a roofer, be warned - there are a lot of imposters out there. Carmel Cafiero shows us what she found in just one day in tonight's Carmel on the Case.
Body Parts Mystery
For two South Florida siblings, the death of their brother is a real mystery. They know how he died, they just don't how another person's remains were stuffed inside his body. Investigative reporter Carmel Cafiero is on the case.
Bank Scam
When most of us deposit a check at the bank, we assume the money is automatically there. But tonight, one local woman is learning the amount of time it takes to clear a check is all the time con artists need to exploit their victims. Carmel Cafiero explains in tonight's Carmel on the Case.
Roofer Nightmares
A promising record and a convincing slogan. That's all it took for some local residents to spend thousands of dollars on a roofing repair company. But one year later, these homeowners still have holes in their homes and in their wallets. Investigative Reporter Carmel Cafiero explains in tonight's Carmel on the Case.
Pool Problems
So many of us enjoy swimming in South Florida. But if you have an inflatable pool or a kiddie pool, beware. In this week's Carmel on the Case, Investigative Reporter Carmel Cafiero says temporary pools - even very shallow ones - can be deadly.