South Ocean Boulevard closes ahead of Trump’s expected return to Mar-a-Lago
President Donald Trump is expected to return to Palm Beach County Friday night, prompting a security closure on South Ocean Boulevard.
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King tides flood roads, threaten beaches and pound Palm Beach County coastline
King tides, rough surf and strong winds flooded roads, threatened coastal properties and accelerated beach erosion across Palm Beach County,
Surface-to-air missile systems deployed near Trump airport, Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach
New air defense systems are drawing attention in Palm Beach as experts explain how the weapons can respond to aircraft and drones.
14,000 turtle nests: Decades of protection pay off in Indian River County
Indian River County’s sea turtles broke a record. The county documented 14,083 nests as of Thursday, its highest total ever recorded. Coastal Specialist Dakota...
King tides flood Palm Beach County roads, close Juno Beach Pier after deck damage
Powerful surf battered the Juno Beach Pier, popping out deck panels and forcing an indefinite closure as king tides flooded coastal roads across South Florida....
Powerful waves damage Juno Beach Pier, forcing indefinite closure as officials await full assessment
Powerful waves and strong winds have left their mark on the Juno Beach Pier, forcing officials to close the popular fishing spot indefinitely while crews wait for conditions to improve enough to assess the damage....
Dangerous surf, king tides bring coastal flooding and beach erosion concerns to Juno Beach
Strong winds, rough surf and king tides are raising coastal flooding concerns near Juno Beach as Jupiter closes four dune crossovers due to erosion.
King tides flood out Cub Scout camp along Intracoastal in Boca Raton on Sunday morning
King tides cut short a Cub Scout camping trip at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton on Sunday morning, after water flooded the campground along the Intracoastal....
Strong winds, coastal flooding and rough surf headline the week across Southeast Florida
A blustery and unsettled pattern is expected across the Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches this week, with strong northeast winds, rounds of coastal showers and da...
South Ocean Boulevard closes ahead of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago visit
President Donald Trump is expected to return to his Mar-a-Lago estate Friday.He is scheduled to attend a rally with Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Don...
Up to 12-foot waves pound Palm Beach County, Treasure Coast beaches
Waves reaching up to 12 feet are pounding beaches across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast Monday, drawing experienced surfers into the water while promp...
Road, flight restrictions set to take effect near Mar-a-Lago this weekend
According to the Town of Palm Beach, South Ocean Boulevard (State Road A1A) will close between South County Road and Southern Boulevard beginning at 5 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16...
Dutch Bros brewing up Treasure Coast debut in early 2027
Dutch Bros Coffee is planning to open its first Fort Pierce location in early 2027, bringing the drive-thru beverage chain to the Treasure Coast.
Martin County employee, avid surfer rescues 3 girls from rip current at Bob Graham Beach
A Martin County employee helped rescue three girls who were struggling in a rip current Thursday afternoon at Bob Graham Beach in Jensen Beach.
Martin County employee rescues teen caught in rip current at unguarded beach
A Martin County employee used a surfboard to rescue a teen caught in a rip current at unguarded Bob Graham Beach. The girl was hospitalized.
South Florida marketer convicted in $15M COVID testing scheme targeting seniors
A Coral Springs man was convicted after prosecutors said COVID testing events at Palm Beach-area clubs led to more than $15 million in fraudulent Medicare bills...
King tides, full moon erode Fort Pierce road for second time in a week
King tides and recent rain washed out part of South Indian River Drive in Fort Pierce, prompting a second round of repairs in a week.
SHELL YEAH! Jurassic the sea turtle heads home after Juno Beach recovery
A green sea turtle scuttled its way back to the ocean on Tuesday morning after an extended stay at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center.Jurassic, a 216-pound adult...
Nor'easter brings dangerous surf and rough conditions to Juno Beach through the weekend
Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue is urging swimmers to stay out of the water as high surf and strong currents are expected to persist through the weekend....
High surf, dangerous rip currents threaten Palm Beach County, Treasure Coast beaches
High waves have prompt the closure of the Lake Worth Beach Pier this coming weekend.
FBI employees seek clarity on subpoenas in Florida ‘grand conspiracy’ probe
Former FBI employees tied to the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case were subpoenaed to testify in Fort Pierce as part of the Justice Department’s Florida-base...
Front brings breezy weather, rough surf and a gradual break from the rain
The Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast will stay unsettled one more day before a front begins changing the pattern later this week.Wednesday will remain warm, humi...
Health alert issued for Boca Raton waterways after wastewater spill near Intracoastal
A health alert, no-swim advisory and no-irrigation advisory has been issued for waterways near the Boca Raton Resort following a wastewater spill into Camino Real....
Hot sand, cooling rain: How South Florida weather can shape whether sea turtles are male or female
We usually think about a summer downpour as relief from the South Florida heat. But beneath the sand along our beaches, rain can have another effect and it can change the environment where thousands of sea turtle eggs are developing....
New surf park could turn Indian River County into a surfing destination
A massive surf lagoon in Fellsmere is nearing completion, and its developers hope it will bring surfers from around the world to the small city.
'Virgil will finally have a resting place:' Memorial reef offers closure for family of missing freediver
More than two years after West Palm Beach native Virgil Price III disappeared during a freedive and never resurfaced on Mother's Day morning, his family finally has a place to visit, remember him and find a measure of peace....
Boat Club members concerned about closures, say they're not getting what they paid for
Treasure Coast Carefree Boat Club members say the Fort Pierce location closed without notice and calls to the franchise go unanswered.
Dog shot, injured, after allegedly charging at Fort Pierce couple in driveway
A man shot and injured a dog after deputies said it charged at him and his wife in Indian River Estates Sunday.
Coral Springs man sentenced to 45 years in woman's Delray Beach canal killing
Christopher Soto was sentenced to 45 years after his conviction in the 2023 killing of Terra Boesch, whose body was found in a Delray Beach canal.
Palm Beach County teen selected to represent Team USA at the World Junior Surf Championship
Palm Beach County surfer Marlynn Glaub, 15, will represent Team USA at the ISA Junior Championships in El Salvador.
Riviera Beach cracks down on long-term anchoring in the Intracoastal Waterway
Riviera Beach limits Intracoastal anchoring to 30 days every 6 months and approved $400K for enforcement.
Derelict, at-risk boats near North Hutchinson Island create dangerous conditions on Treasure Coast
Residents tell WPTV abandoned and at-risk vessels at Wildcat Cove in Fort Pierce are creating navigation hazards for boaters on the Treasure Coast.
Body found floating off Boca coast identified as 63-year-old convicted murderer
Convicted mother killer Patricia Brennan was found dead in the Atlantic Ocean off Boca Raton, sparking a new investigation into her mysterious death.
City defends Amrit as homeowners' lawsuit moves forward
Weeks after the CBS12 I-Team uncovered construction concerns and legal disputes surrounding the Amrit Ocean Resort, Riviera Beach officials are defending the sa...
Singer Island paid parking returns Monday after months of free parking
Drivers will have to once again pay to park along Singer Island's Ocean Walk beginning Monday, Aug. 3, according to a city spokesperson.
The Old Key Lime House, more than 135 years of history on the waterfront
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one South Florida landmark continues sharing a piece of the nation's history with every visitor who walks through its...
Delray Beach's Let's Hear It event surfaces cemetery dispute, housing concerns, local art
Residents at Delray Beach's Let's Hear It event shared stories of a cemetery dispute, affordable housing struggles, and upcycled art.
Fort Pierce resident joined WPTV Weather Spotter program to share beauty of South Florida skies
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....
Florida man accused of listing endangered sea turtle shell for $2K on Facebook Marketplace
A Facebook Marketplace post advertising a “rare turtle shell” for $2,700 led FWC officers to a Lake Worth Beach home and a protected species investigation....
Lake Worth Beach man accused of trying to sell rare hawksbill sea turtle shell
A Lake Worth Beach man is facing a felony charge after investigators said he tried to sell a rare sea turtle shell on Facebook Marketplace.According to a probab...
Jupiter Beach dance group pauses activities amid sea turtle nesting concerns
The founder of a weekly beach dance gathering in Jupiter told WPTV on Wednesday that they are pausing activities until further notice amid pushback from sea turtle conservationists during peak nesting season....
Treasure Coast Family Builds Champions in and out of the Dojo
At LaSala's Dojo in Fort Pierce, MMA is about much more than competition. It's about building confidence, discipline and life skills that extend beyond the mat....
Latest drought monitor showing improvement
The latest drought monitor shows more improvement. All coastal areas are no longer under "drought" conditions. Areas from Fort Pierce to Boca Raton are still co...
Two Georges serves up taste, vibes of 'old Florida'
Boynton Beach has transformed from a humble fishing village into a booming destination, but one landmark remained: Two Georges Waterfront Grille.