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The denial of the controversial proposal of Calvary Church came after hours of emotional public debate over traffic, growth and the future of the community’s rural character.
A Change.org petition has topped 1,700 signatures opposing the county's proposed plan to charge $4 an hour at 12 Palm Beach County beaches.
Some Palm Beach County students will pay for school meals this school year after a federal program change. Families need to apply for free or reduced-price meals by July 23.
Palm Beach County is weighing paid parking at all 14 beaches. Here's where the money from existing fees is going.
County leaders are considering a plan that would charge beachgoers for parking at every county-operated beach parking lots as officials work to close budget gaps and generate new revenue.
Palm Beach County commissioners have put the brakes on a proposal that would create an elevated roadway filled with autonomous cars connecting the airport to downtown West Palm Beach.
WPTV is digging into the property tax debate as county leaders weigh the costs and urge voters to look closely at what a proposed property tax reduction could mean before heading to polls in November.
The grades are in for school districts across South Florida, and the School District of Palm Beach County once again earned top marks.
What started as a dream business built around a love for golf quickly turned into months of frustration, repairs and financial setbacks for one Palm Beach County entrepreneur.
Storm-weary drivers and residents along one of West Palm Beach’s most flood-prone roads could finally see relief after years of dealing with rising water every time it rains.
While several big Palm Beach County projects got crucial funding, some others didn’t make the cut, after nearly $1.6 billion in proposed spending was vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The U.S. Supreme Court has sided with President Donald Trump's administration, eliminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of people from Haiti and Syria.
The School District of Palm Beach County has confirmed what many feared — layoffs have started. Seventy-six media clerks are already out of a job, and this may be the beginning of hundreds more.
Ten years after Pulse, Delray Beach advocates push for a permanent memorial as state laws threaten city funding and land use.
New HUD data reveals Wellington leads Palm Beach County rental costs at $2,850 for one-bedroom while Belle Glade offers cheapest rates at $890. See full breakdown.
Palm Beach County is preparing for what leaders describe as potentially the largest cuts to county departments, as proposed changes to property taxes threaten to eliminate part of the county's budget.
Tuesday marks the start of the 20th season for one of Palm Beach’s most enduring and impactful traditions— the community-led beach cleanup known as Turtle Tuesday.
WPTV shared the story of a single, pregnant mother worried her family could become homeless — not because she lost her job, but because she simply can’t afford to pay rent.
A pregnant Boynton Beach mom of two faces eviction and homelessness after a financial crisis. Local nonprofits are stepping in to help.
The future of Palm Beach County’s public transportation system Palm Tran is hanging in the balance, with voters set to decide on property taxes this November.
The six-story mural on the Clematis Street garage depicts two young kids falling in love and was created by Croatian artist Lonac.
New study ranks Florida 28th for disaster preparedness despite hurricane experience. Palm Beach County residents react to surprising findings ahead of hurricane season.
Starting next school year, free breakfast and lunch for all students at certain schools in Palm Beach County will no longer be available.
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Palm Beach County Commissioner Maria Marino directs staff to stop evaluating resident beach parking fees while exploring charges for non-residents.
Palm Beach County commissioners vote Wednesday on "Project Tango," a hyperscale AI data center near Arden.
The denial of the controversial proposal of Calvary Church came after hours of emotional public debate over traffic, growth and the future of the community’s rural character.
Resource Depot in West Palm Beach offers donated school supplies at low prices, helping families and teachers manage rising back-to-school costs.
South Florida couple sues Publix, claiming recalled GreenWise Organic blueberries caused severe E. coli illness and hospitalization.
Investigators with PBSO's Special Victims Unit say Stephen Hakim, 27, allegedly met victims through dating apps.
Rapids Waterpark in Riviera Beach was evacuated Tuesday and has since closed for the remainder of the day after a bomb threat was called in.
Detectives believe there may be additional women who have not yet come forward after a Delray Beach man was arrested in a sexual battery case linked to Hinge.
Rapids Waterpark in Riviera Beach was evacuated and closed Tuesday afternoon after the park received a bomb threat by telephone.
More than a year after Martin County lost its only hospital labor and delivery unit, local leaders are taking another step toward bringing maternity care back h
Explosive testimony began Monday as a South Florida lawmaker went on trial over allegations he slapped a legislative aide and sexually harassed staff.
Two Orlando brothers are behind bars after a wild smash-and-grab at a Palm Beach Gardens Best Buy led to a high-speed chase on the Florida Turnpike.
A heat advisory is in effect for Coastal and Metro Palm Beach County from 11 AM until 7 PM.
A Palm Beach County judge denied an emergency request to temporarily halt the proposal and, in turn, the July 15 vote on Project Tango, allowing the process to move forward.
Democratic candidate for Florida governor David Jolly brought his campaign to Palm Beach County on Monday night, holding a town hall in Delray Beach.
At 752 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 3 in
Palm Beach County commissioners will decide whether to approve Project Tango, a proposed AI data center in Loxahatchee that has drawn several concerns.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Okeechobee County until 7:30 PM. 60 MPH winds can be expected . Storm is moving east at 5 MPH.
A licensed Florida contractor says a recent construction fraud case uncovered by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office should be a wake-up call for the state.
A Change.org petition has topped 1,700 signatures opposing the county's proposed plan to charge $4 an hour at 12 Palm Beach County beaches.
Records show Martin County can fund just one quarter of its identified transportation needs over the next two decades, forcing tough choices about which projects move forward.
The Delray Beach Police Department is participating in an operation in hopes of offsetting speed-related crashes.
Brateman is one of WPTV's First Alert Weather Spotters — a community program that relies on volunteers across South Florida to report on weather conditions in their neighborhoods.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says 62 people were removed from The Mall at Wellington Green, seven were formally trespassed, & one person was arrested.
A Lake Worth Beach man is behind bars after vigilante group '561 Predator Catchers' flagged down police at a Delray Beach shopping center.
Several Boca Raton railroad crossings will temporarily close between July 14 and July 22 while Brightline performs safety improvements.
Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach announced four major updates, including an extended Kids Free promotion, adult-only Wild Night Out events, a koala joey named Bonza and new Zoo Lights experiences.
Florida gas prices rose 5 cents in the past week, with West Palm Beach-Boca Raton the state’s most expensive market, according to AAA.
A West Palm Beach woman was arrested Sunday after deputies said she tried to steal a woman's scooter outside a grocery store, then turned violent.
Parents looking for a free way to keep kids busy this summer can now turn a walk through downtown West Palm Beach into an interactive scavenger hunt experience.
A beach day in Palm Beach County could soon come with a parking meter.County leaders are considering charging about $4 an hour to park at nearly every county.
The CBS12 News I-Team breaks down Florida's e-bike laws, recent crashes, enforcement and who could be responsible after a collision.
As the first day of school approaches, volunteers across Palm Beach County are working to make sure thousands of students have the supplies they need.
Connor Blais was remembered as a light who touched countless lives, loved adventure, and volunteered in his community.
Two Martin County brush fires are fully contained after one was sparked by a lightning strike. The Florida Forest Service is monitoring conditions.
Boynton Beach officially changed the address of Officer Joseph Crowder Park to 792, matching the fallen K-9 officer's badge number.
A Heat Advisory has been issued for Palm Beach County.It will remain in effect until 7:00 Sunday evening.Temperatures have been in the 90s for the past few ho
Five family members face felony charges in an alleged $12.5M construction fraud ring operating out of West Palm Beach.
Friends, family, coworkers and members of the community are gathering Sunday to honor the life of Connor Blais, who was killed in a hit-and-run.
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