Saharan dust keeps rain chances limited across South Florida
A plume of Saharan dust is arriving across Florida today, helping shape the forecast by making the atmosphere drier and less favorable for widespread thundersto
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Palm Beach County animal rescue loses 3 cats in fire sparked by lithium-ion battery
A Palm Beach County animal rescue lost 3 cats in a fire possibly caused by a lithium-ion battery. The founder shares her warning for others.
8-year-old drowns in Boynton Beach, police say no foul play suspected
The Boynton Beach Police Department is investigating the drowning of an 8-year-old child.
6 Teslas catch fire on Florida's Turnpike, forcing highway shutdown over toxic fumes
Six new Teslas caught fire on Florida's Turnpike in Martin County, forcing road closures due to toxic fumes and explosions.
Boynton Beach police investigate accidental drowning of 8-year-old child
Boynton Beach police are investigating the accidental drowning of an 8-year-old child in the 1900 block of NE 2nd Lane.
Boynton Beach priest under investigation by Diocese of Palm Beach, law enforcement
The Diocese of Palm Beach says it hired an independent firm and notified law enforcement and state officials to investigate what it calls serious allegations.
As 2 Treasure Coast residents sentenced, Florida leads nation in unlicensed cosmetic procedures
Florida has more cases of cosmetic procedures performed by unlicensed individuals than any other state, according to a National Institutes of Health review.
Boca Raton hosts Project Homeless Connect for the first time, bringing services to south Palm Beach County
The twice-yearly event, usually held in West Palm Beach, connected unhoused residents with food, clothing, health care, career services and more at St. Gregory's Episcopal Church.
Heat-related illnesses are rising as temperatures soar across Palm Beach County
Near-record high temperatures combined with dangerous humidity levels are creating hazardous conditions across the community, and doctors say heat-related illnesses are already on the rise.
UF Board of Trustees unanimously names Stuart Bell interim president
UF’s sole presidential finalist, Stuart Bell, faces conservative criticism over his DEI record despite support from Gov. Ron DeSantis.
VIDEO: Donkey and horse die as flames engulf barn on in Martin County
A barn fire in Martin County on Saturday is under investigation after flames destroyed a structure along Southeast Ranch Acres, killing a horse and a donkey.
Woman escapes captivity after WPB dentist used Taser, fired gun at her
A Palm Beach County man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he held woman captive during a violent, hours-long domestic incident.
Boca Raton lands $2M federal grant for new Jeffery Street rail crossing project
The city of Boca Raton got a wopping $2 million
West Palm Beach brain tumor patient denied insurance coverage for surgery gets full reversal
Broqsten Bunt, 36, was denied insurance coverage to remove a brain tumor. However, after Investigative Reporter Katie LaGrone got involved, his insurer, Florida Blue, reversed course.
Man sentenced to life in prison for shooting at West Palm Beach Taco Bell workers
A man convicted of firing at five Taco Bell employees in West Palm Beach, injuring two of them, was sentenced Monday to life in prison.
Martin County receives $10M land donation to preserve scrub habitat and prevent development
Martin County received a $10M land donation of 9 acres to preserve scrub habitat and prevent development near the Hobe Sound Scrub Preserve.
Martin County man who saved wife from gator attack in St. Lucie River to receive medal for heroic act
A man who saved his wife from a gator attack in the St. Lucie River last summer will receive a medal for his act of heroism.
Two women forced entry, pepper sprayed, then stabbed victims, PBSO deputies say
A violent confrontation in Palm Beach County has left a woman fighting for her life and another recovering from injuries, with two suspects now facing felonies.
Despite South Florida's pain, gas statewide drops to $3.63, lowest since March: AAA
Drivers in Palm Beach County are getting some relief at the pump just in time for the Fourth of July travel rush, even though prices here remain the highest.
West Palm Beach's Meals on Wheels unveils new headquarters, aims to expand services for seniors
Meals on Wheels of the Palm Beaches opens new West Palm Beach headquarters, expanding kitchen and training space to serve more seniors.
Parker Avenue in West Palm Beach set for major overhaul after years of potholes and flooding
The Parker Avenue project is expected to cost between $14 million and $15 million, and will start later this year, according to the city.
West Palm Beach police warn against celebratory gunfire, impaired driving ahead of July 4
As Independence Day approaches, the West Palm Beach Police Department on Monday is urging residents and visitors to celebrate responsibly.
Palm Beach targets federal grant to offset multimillion-dollar Trump security expenses
Palm Beach applied for a slice of federal money to pay back taxpayers for the costs of protecting President Donald Trump and his Mar-a-Lago estate.
'Dude, where's my car?': Palm Beach Co. man says prized Mercedes vanished after tow
A South Florida man says he left his Mercedes in an apartment garage during a family emergency—returning to find it gone and still unaccounted for.
Stuart chicken vote delayed to Sept. 14; commissioner says no need to rush
Final decision on backyard chickens heads to Stuart commission
Triple-digit heat remains the main threat as storm chances fade
South Florida will continue to see dangerous heat as thunderstorm chances gradually decrease today.The primary concern shifts back to the heat. Temperatures wil
Colombians in Palm Beach County celebrate Abelardo as de la Espriella leads presidential runoff
De la Espriella, endorsed by President Donald Trump, holds a commanding lead over liberal Senator Iván Cepeda with nearly all votes counted.
A Father’s Day to remember: Boys & Girls Clubs kids, dads head to World Cup
For 274 children across Palm Beach County, a trip to the FIFA World Cup is about to become reality.
Jupiter beach dance group makes changes after pushback from sea turtle conservationists
A Jupiter beach dance group is making changes after conservationists raised concerns about nighttime gatherings during peak sea turtle nesting season.
Stuart man dies after losing control of tow truck and crashing into palm trees in South Bay
A 54-year-old Stuart man died Friday after losing control of a flatbed tow truck and crashing into palm trees in South Bay, Florida.
Tow truck slams into palm trees, splits apart in deadly western Palm Beach County crash
A tow truck driver from Stuart was killed Friday night in western Palm Beach County after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into palm trees.
Father's Day: Palm Beach County father and his 2 children are all doctors in the same hospital
A Palm Beach County family of three doctors celebrates Father's Day while serving patients together at St. Mary's Medical Center.
Police searching for missing, endangered 68-year-old man in Boynton Beach
Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered 68-year-old man.According to the Boynton Beach Police Department, Walter Denahan w
After 'Sloth World' deaths top 50, new exotic animal attraction planned in South Florida
As Florida authorities continue investigating the deaths of dozens of sloths tied to Sloth World in Orlando, a new sloth encounter is preparing to open in South
Flames spread across 10 acres in Hobe Sound brush fire, now contained
A brush fire that burned about 10 acres in Martin County is now fully contained, according to fire officials.Martin County Fire Rescue crews responded to the f
Strong afternoon storms give way to a hotter, drier start to the workweek
South Florida will see another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with some storms capable of producing strong winds, heav
Chick-fil-A Greenacres turns parking lot into mini golf course for Father's Day fun
A Greenacres Chick-fil-A transformed its parking lot into a miniature golf course, drawing families for Father's Day fun.
Boat crash sparks emergency response in Intracoastal Waterway
Multiple agencies responded Saturday afternoon after boats crashed in the Intracoastal Waterway near Jupiter.
Palm Beach Gardens Police seize 100+ grams of cocaine in Mercedes Maybach traffic stop
A luxury ride in a two-tone Mercedes Maybach ended in a high-stakes drug bust after a Palm Beach Gardens traffic stop uncovered a massive haul of cocaine.
Homeless in Belle Glade: One man's story of life on the streets in one of Palm Beach County's poorest cities
A Belle Glade man shares what life is like after 4 years of homelessness in one of Palm Beach County's poorest cities.