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.
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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.
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.
Jupiter's Happy Beach Dancing host says she's open to relocating amid sea turtle concerns
A Jupiter beach dance party that started three years ago has grown into a community phenomenon. Conservationists say the popular nighttime gatherings may be putting sea turtles at risk....
Loggerhead Marinelife warns free beach dance gatherings could disrupt turtle nesting
A weekly beach dance event in Jupiter is getting attention, not just from the community, but from sea turtle advocates concern.
Jupiter beach dance parties will continue near sea turtle nesting area — with new lighting rules
Jupiter's weekend beach dance parties will continue near sea turtle nesting areas, with lighting adjustments to protect nesting turtles.
Not a crocodile or alligator, this predator is invading South Florida
It looks familiar at a glance, gliding just beneath the water's surface in canals and wetlands across South Florida.
Weekend beach dance parties in Jupiter spark debate over sea turtle nesting season
Record numbers of loggerhead and leatherback sea turtle nests have been documented on Florida beaches this year.
5 O'Clock Somewhere Fest brings 30,000 music fans, major economic impact to downtown West Palm Beach
The 5 O'Clock Somewhere Fest is taking over downtown West Palm Beach this Friday and Saturday, bringing thousands of country music fans to the city's waterfront....