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A Wendy's worker asked to sit on a stranger's porch in Lake Worth Beach. Now they're viral best friends.
A woman asked to sit on a stranger's porch in Lake Worth Beach. The moment went viral on TikTok and raised more than $17,000.
E-bike stop turns into foot chase after West Palm Beach man tosses handgun, deputies say
An e-bike traffic stop quickly escalated into a foot chase after deputies say a West Palm Beach man took off and tossed a handgun while running.
Judge sets $160K bond for suspended PBC Clerk Mike Caruso in child sex case
A judge set $160,000 bond for suspended Palm Beach County Clerk Mike Caruso and denied prosecutors’ request to hold him without bond.
Former Palm Beach County clerk accused of child sex abuse being released on $160K bond
Michael Caruso, 67, faces charges including kidnapping and lewd or lascivious molestation stemming from allegations involving a child victim over nearly a year....
Palm Beach County dog park on Hypoluxo Road targeted for February 2028 completion
Palm Beach County has set February 2028 as the target completion date for the Villages of Windsor Dog Park on Hypoluxo Road in western Palm Beach County....
Palm Beach Zoo keeps bears cool with ice enrichments during Florida's hot months
Lewis and Clark, two bears at the Palm Beach Zoo, can be seen lounging and swimming in ice during the hottest months of the year. It is part of a broader effort by zoo staff to keep animals comfortable year-round....
Delray Beach steps up sidewalk parking enforcement, warns of $250 fines
If your vehicle is blocking a sidewalk in the city of Delray Beach, you may get hit with a hefty fine.
What happens next? Deadline passes to replace Mike Caruso’s name on November ballot
The deadline has passed for Republicans to replace suspended Palm Beach County Clerk Mike Caruso’s name on the November ballot, meaning his name will remain....
Palm Beach County clarifies 5,000 'threats' at Trump International Airport were comments and complaints
Palm Beach County clarifies that over 5,000 reported security threats at Trump International Airport were actually comments and complaints.
Boynton Beach man charged after alleged sexual battery with 17-year-old he met at work
A Boynton Beach man is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a teenage girl he met through work.
Local veterans say VA care delays create new battle after military service
Two local veterans say delays with appointments, medication and outside referrals are making it harder to get care through the West Palm Beach VA.
'WE WON TODAY': Judge dissolves injunctions against Boca Raton mother separated from her sons
Thursday, Judge Melanie Surber granted the requests to dissolve injunctions against Cassini, her fiancé Ryan Londono, and her eldest son Matthew Cassini....
Mike Caruso hires Harvey Weinstein defense attorney Rotunno, remains in clerk race
Suspended Palm Beach County Clerk Mike Caruso hired attorney Donna Rotunno, who defended Harvey Weinstein, and says he remains in the November race.
County says Trump airport name-change has prompted 5,000 comments, complaints
Palm Beach County says more than 5,000 comments and complaints over its renamed airport led to referrals, but no credible threats were identified.
WHERE'S WALTER? Foraging at the Swinton Community Growing Project
The Swinton Community Growing Project in Delray Beach is more than a garden — it's a gathering place where volunteers grow tropical plants and community bonds....
President Donald J. Trump International Airport has received over 5,000 security threats since renaming
Palm Beach County says Trump International Airport has received 5,000+ security threats since its renaming, with 46 deemed credible by law enforcement....
One red-light camera ticket led to suspended license, criminal citation for PBC man
A $158 red-light camera notice a Palm Beach County man says he never received eventually led to his driver's license being suspended.
Report: Former Palm Beach County clerk faced prior unfounded child sex abuse allegation before current charges
Suspended Palm Beach County Clerk Michael Caruso, now jailed without bond on child sex abuse charges, was the subject of a 2012 DCF investigation that was cleared as unfounded....
Former Boynton Beach officer to be reinstated after chase that killed 13-year-old in 2021
Boynton Beach officer Mark Sohn will return to the force after an appeals court ruled his 2022 firing was wrongful.
Lake Worth Beach PBSO deal heads back to commission as immigration concerns persist
Lake Worth Beach’s PBSO contract debate continues as commissioners seek a shorter deal, more oversight and answers about immigration enforcement.
Dolly Parton's literacy legacy lives on in Palm Beach County
Families in Palm Beach County are remembering Dolly Parton not only through her music, but also through her lasting legacy in education.
Dolly Parton's legacy lives on in Palm Beach County through Imagination Library
As fans around the world mourn the loss of country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton, many are reflecting on a legacy that reached far beyond the stage...
SpaceX Falcon 9 launch creates "jellyfish" cloud visible early on Tuesday morning
Early risers from Palm Beach County to the Treasure Coast looked skyward Tuesday morning to an unusual and colorful sight.
SWA’s renewable energy mission
Palm Beach County’s trash doesn’t just disappear -- it goes to work!
Palm Beach County man cited for driving 95 in 35 mph zone, accused of DUI
A man is accused of committing several traffic violations in the early hours of Monday morning, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.PBSO says th...
Boynton Beach man survives flesh-eating bacteria infection after 101 days in hospital
A Boynton Beach man is sharing his survival story after a flesh-eating bacteria infection left him hospitalized for 101 days.
Palm Beach Gardens Marriott worker charged with felony theft in alleged hotel robbery
A Marriott hotel employee is accused of felony theft in Palm Beach Gardens, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Palm Beach County employee placed on leave over alleged Nazi salute, saying 'Heil Hitler'
A Palm Beach County employee is on administrative leave after allegations that he made a Nazi salute and said 'Heil Hitler' during a traffic encounter....
Tri-Rail expanding registered parking rules to 3 more stations this year
Tri-Rail is expanding its registered parking program to stations in Pompano Beach, Boynton Beach and the Lake Worth Beach auxiliary lot.
Delray Beach 55-and-over community wants pool restroom renovations, says permitting rules don't make sense
A Delray Beach condominium community is pushing to renovate its pool restrooms but says some county permitting requirements don't fit a 55-and-over community....
12-year-old describes seeing friend struck by lightning in Boynton Beach
A 12-year-old boy is describing the terrifying moment he saw his friend struck by lightning while playing soccer in a Boynton Beach neighborhood.
Palm Beach Co. employee on leave after allegation of antisemitic gesture, 'Heil Hitler' remark to driver
The employee with Palm Beach Co.'s building division was placed on administrative leave pending an immediate investigation, officials said. StopAntisemitism first posted the allegation online, prompting responses from county and community leaders....
$6,000 reward offered for information on Palm Beach County woman missing since 2024
A reward of up to $6,000 is being offered for information about Sara Eileen Gallagher, who has been missing from Palm Beach County since Oct. 31, 2024....