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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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...
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.
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...
36-year-old West Palm Beach motorcyclist killed in Riviera Beach crash; charges pending
A 36-year-old West Palm Beach man was killed Friday after his motorcycle collided with a car on Australian Avenue in Riviera Beach.
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...
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....
36-year-old West Palm Beach man killed in Riviera Beach motorcycle crash
A 36-year-old West Palm Beach man was killed Friday afternoon after a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in Riviera Beach.
Martin County Fire Rescue battles roof fire at Jensen Beach Dillard's store
Multiple Martin County Fire Rescue crews battle roof fire at Jensen Beach Dillard's store. Authorities are asking residents to avoid the area.
Steamy South Florida weekend with storms and high humidity
UPDATE: There is a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Palm Beach County until 5:30 p.m.South Florida is in for another hot and stormy weekend, with dange...
Vehicle fire closes lanes on I-95 in Boca Raton, triggers rush-hour delays
A vehicle fire on southbound I-95 is causing lane closures and rush-hour delays in Boca Raton.
Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down Australian Ave. in Riviera Beach
A deadly crash involving a car and a motorcycle shut down Australian Avenue in both directions Friday afternoon.
Jupiter approves fire assessment fee to fund new fire-rescue department launching Oct. 1
Jupiter's town council has approved a fire assessment fee to help fund the town's new fire rescue department, which begins service Oct. 1.
Firefighters quickly put out backyard shed fire in Stuart
Martin County Fire Rescue firefighters quickly extinguished a fast-moving fire late Thursday night that engulfed a small shed in a Stuart resident’s backyard....
Martin County man, 2 stepchildren injured in last week's Pembroke Pines helicopter crash
A Martin County man and two of his stepchildren were injured Saturday when their family helicopter tour crashed during takeoff at North Perry Airport in Pembrok...
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING; PALM BEACH COUNTY
South Florida will continue to deal with dangerous heat and lingering wildfire smoke today before a more active thunderstorm pattern returns this weekend.The ho...
Woman meets Good Samaritan who woke her as her home burned in alleged arson fire
An emotional reunion this afternoon in Riviera Beach, where a woman nearly died in a fire police say was deliberately set.
FedEx driver accused of stealing Walmart shipments arrested in Palm Beach County
A FedEx delivery driver was arrested Wednesday after investigators say he carried out a months-long theft scheme targeting shipments bound for a Walmart store....
Major multi-vehicle crash reported on I-95 northbound at Mile Marker 103 in Martin County
A major multi-vehicle crash is slowing the Thursday morning commute in Martin County, with drivers along I-95 already seeing heavy backups.
Smoke, storms, and dangerous heat continue across South Florida
South Florida will continue to deal with a mix of summer thunderstorms, wildfire smoke, and dangerous heat through the end of the week.The most widespread hazar...
Flames contained to roof, but smoke reached second floor at Treasure Coast Mall Dillard’s
A fire broke out on the roof of Dillards at the Treasure Coast Mall.
Palm Beach County fire crews respond to two shootings in one day
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue had a busy Wednesday as units responded to two shooting in Palm Beach County.
Three charged after armed robbery in Wendy’s parking lot, West Palm Beach police say
Three people were charged after police said an armed robbery in a Wendy’s parking lot led officers to a suspect vehicle within minutes of the crime.
$1 parking deal on ritzy Worth Avenue? Police say it was a scam; woman arrested
Palm Beach police say a woman posed as a parking official in an alleged Worth Avenue scam involving fake payment offers and credit card fraud.
VIDEO: Vehicle fire slows I-95 southbound in Boynton Beach
A vehicle fire is causing delays for drivers on I-95 in Boynton Beach on Wednesday morning.
Dangerous heat tightens grip as storm chances increase later this week
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect through 7 PM for Palm Beach County.South Florida will continue to endure intense heat and humidity this week, while...
Jupiter leaders move forward with new assessment fee for fire rescue funding
With Jupiter set to launch its own fire rescue department on October 1, town leaders are taking a major step in deciding how to pay for it.
Tropical Storm Arthur's winds increase; no South Florida impact expected
Our first named storm of the season forms in the Gulf.Potential Tropical Cyclone One has been upgraded to Tropical Storm Arthur.
Passenger killed after golf cart, car collide near Military Trail
A passenger in a golf cart died days after a crash involving a Toyota Camry in Lake Worth, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Tiger Woods DUI case: Prosecutors to subpoena medical records after March 2026 arrest
Florida prosecutors subpoena Tiger Woods' medical records from a March 2026 hospitalization in an ongoing Martin County DUI case
Friends mourn 14-year-old struck by speeding driver in Boynton Beach deadly crash
Christopher Cetoute was struck and killed Friday night along North Congress Avenue. Friends remember him as loyal, caring and hilarious. No charges have been filed....
Palm Beach Gardens woman gets repeated toll bills tied to stolen temp tag
A Palm Beach Gardens woman keeps getting SunPass toll bills tied to a stolen temp tag, even after filing a police report and disputes.
14-year-old Boynton Beach teen killed in Congress Avenue pedestrian crash; investigation ongoing
A 14-year-old Boynton Beach boy was killed after being struck by a vehicle on North Congress Avenue. Police say the investigation is ongoing.
Man dies in Martin County vehicle fire; cause under investigation
A fatal vehicle fire near Citrus Blvd. in Martin County is under investigation. DNA testing is needed to confirm the victim's identity.
Early morning fire kills 4 dogs, exposes animal neglect at West Palm Beach property
A fire at a West Palm Beach property killed 4 dogs and exposed squalid conditions for multiple animals. The investigation is ongoing.
Brush fire burns more than 100 acres Sunday in Palm City
Brush fire burns more than 100 acres Sunday in Palm City. Martin County Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service are responding to the wildfire near Newfield Boulevard and Southwest Citrus Boulevard....
28-year-old motorcyclist killed in Boynton Beach crash
A West Palm Beach man was killed Friday in a motorcycle crash at Boynton Beach Boulevard and El Clair Ranch Road, PBSO says.
Driver charged with vehicular homicide 8 months after I-95 crash killed 92-year-old woman in Boynton Beach
A Palm Beach County man faces a vehicle homicide charge eight months after a crash on Interstate 95 in Boynton Beach killed a woman just three days from her 93rd birthday....
Man shoots at ex-girlfriend, friend in parking lot in Boynton Beach before being shot himself, police say
Frisner St. Cyr, 44, shot at his ex-girlfriend and her friend in a Boynton Beach parking lot Wednesday before one victim returned fire, police said.
Boynton Beach police respond to shooting near Quantum Boulevard
The Boynton Beach Police Department is currently on the scene of a shooting near Quantum Boulevard, just east of Congress Avenue.
Duo arrested in Jupiter shoplifting spree involving stolen steaks
Police arrested a duo in Jupiter for shoplifting steaks from multiple grocery stores, with a juvenile present during the incidents.
Man sentenced to prison after fleeing police and crashing vehicle in Delray Beach
Xayvion C. Singleton, 26, pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to a January 2025 incident in Delray Beach and received a sentence of over 3 ½ years in state prison....
Boynton Beach police arrest suspect after trooper dragged during traffic stop
A suspect with an active burglary warrant was arrested in Boynton Beach after fleeing a traffic stop, dragging a trooper, and leading police on a search involving drones, K-9 units, and witness reports....
Stuart approves contract with police lieutenants
Stuart city leaders approved a contract with police lieutenants, including a pay increase of over 7%, effective through September 2028.
Technician killed after vehicle falls off lift at Stuart auto shop
A 24-year-old technician died when a vehicle fell off a lift at Atlantic Tire in Stuart, according to police.
Boynton Beach police arrest suspect after trooper dragged, high-speed chase
A suspect in Boynton Beach was arrested after dragging a trooper with his car and leading police on a high-speed chase
24-year-old technician killed after vehicle falls off lift at Stuart tire shop, police say
Police responded to Atlantic Tire in Stuart, where a customer's vehicle had come off a lift and fatally injured a 24-year-old technician.
Boca Raton names Jarad Phelps as new police chief
Jarad Phelps, currently serving as police chief in Jacksonville, North Carolina, has been selected as Boca Raton's new police chief, pending pre-employment requirements....
Firefighters respond to vehicle fire in western Boca Raton
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue extinguished a vehicle fire Monday morning near Powerline and Palmetto roads, with no injuries reported.
Timeline of a killing: new details reveal planned Boca Raton shooting
Boca Raton police arrested Willie Byrd Jr., 42, in connection with the fatal shooting of Arman Motiwalla, 37, on April 8. New details reveal this was a planned shooting....
42-year-old man arrested in fatal shooting of Plantation father in Boca Raton parking lot
Willie Byrd Jr., 42, arrested for fatal shooting of Arman Motiwalla in Boca Raton parking lot. Victim was whistleblower who filed complaint against former employer....
'City is shooting us down': Stuart business owner speaks out on costly permit delays
A business owner says a permit for a storage building has turned into a nearly 2-year battle with the city, costing her thousands of dollars and leaving her frustrated with the permitting process....
Donald Ross Road reopens after deadly single-car crash in Jupiter
Donald Ross Road in Jupiter was temporarily closed Sunday morning due to a single-car crash, but all lanes have since reopened.
Fatal single-car crash on Donald Ross Road in Jupiter kills one person Sunday morning
A fatal single-car crash on Donald Ross Road in Jupiter killed one adult male Sunday morning after the driver lost control and struck a tree.
Indiantown brush fire reaches 125 acres, 99% contained
Indiantown brush fire grows to 125 acres before reaching 99% containment, Martin County Fire Rescue confirms.
Boynton Beach felon convicted of setting drug-filled car on fire in Lake Worth Beach
Boynton Beach felon convicted of setting drug-filled car on fire in Lake Worth Beach
Suspect denied bail in shooting death of man in Boca Raton in April
Suspect denied bail in shooting death of man in Boca Raton in April
Red Cross helps families after three fires
Red Cross helps families after fires in Loxahatchee Groves, Fort Pierce, Boynton Beach
Treasure Coast community gathers to honor Christopher Brooks
Hundreds attended a fundraiser at Stuart Bowl Lanes to celebrate the life of a South Fork High School student who died in a car crash two weeks ago.
Martin County battling 120-acre brush fire in Indiantown
Martin County battling 120-acre brush fire in Indiantown
Boynton Beach woman scammed out of $44,000
Deputies say a man has been arrested for his role in a scam that cost an elderly Boynton Beach woman over $44,000.
Boynton Beach man arrested in undercover child sex sting
A Boynton Beach man faces multiple felony charges after police say he tried to meet an undercover detective posing as a 14-year-old girl for sex.
West Palm Beach man charged with fleeing crash that injured five, including three children
A West Palm Beach man was arrested and charged after allegedly fleeing the scene of a March crash that injured five people.
Woman arrested in Palm Beach County for alleged online threats and harassment
A South Florida woman is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say she sent repeated death threats and harassing messages to a man and his girlfriend over several years....
Suspect arrested in shooting that injured 2 at The Standard Restaurant in Boca Raton
A 24-year-old Lantana man faces charges of attempted murder after a shooting at a Boca Raton restaurant left two people injured, one critically.
West Palm Beach police captains finally face questioning after yearlong legal fight ends
Three commanders sidelined for 19 months in a double-dipping case are now being interviewed by investigators after a lawsuit that stalled the case was dismissed....
94-year-old man punched in the face while riding his scooter to church
The 94-year-old man told WPBF 25 News that a stranger punched him in the face while he was riding his scooter to church Sunday morning. The Stuart Police Department is now investigating....
Jupiter Island officials say they're 'pretty well covered' despite report warning of 9 feet of flooding
Jupiter Island leaders say they are "pretty well covered" for future storms following a new vulnerability assessment by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection....
Boynton Beach Fire Rescue frees construction worker trapped under cement structure near Hunters Run
Boynton Beach Fire Rescue conducted a trench rescue near the Hunters Run community Thursday morning, after a construction accident.
Lantana man arrested after 2 people shot outside Boca Raton restaurant
Investigators said Christian Ippolito, 24, was arrested after shooting two victims in front of The Standard Cuisine & Cocktails at 187 Southeast Mizner Boulevard on May 25...
'He took advantage of an 87-year-old victim': AC company employee arrested in fraud case
Investigators in Stuart say an air conditioning company employee used an 87-year-old customer's personal information to make a $3,000 down payment on a vehicle....
Jupiter opens Fire Station 10 ahead of town's historic fire rescue launch this fall
Jupiter opens Fire Station 10 ahead of its historic fall launch of Jupiter Fire Rescue, its own municipal fire service.
Boca Raton selects finalists from Maryland and North Carolina for next police chief
Assistant Chief of Police Nicholas R. Augustine of the Montgomery County Department of Police in Maryland, and Chief of Police Jarad L. Phelps of Jacksonville, North Carolina are the two finalists....
More rain is on the way!
Rain and storms will stream into South Florida throughout the day.
Greenacres leaders warn Florida property tax proposal could affect city services
Greenacres city leaders are warning residents that a property tax proposal being discussed in Tallahassee could reduce a major source of local government funding and eventually affect city services....
Isolated storms could bring 60 mph winds and hail to Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast
Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast Tuesday afternoon, with potential for strong winds and hail.
Local leaders warn Florida property tax cut plan could gut city services and bring layoffs
Boca Raton's mayor says a plan to increase the homestead exemption could cost the city millions, potentially forcing cuts to parks, police, fire, and sanitation services....
Trampoline on roof, missing garbage cans: Severe thunderstorm leaves damage across Palm Beach County
A severe thunderstorm warning prompted widespread damage reports across Palm Beach County Tuesday evening, with viewers sending in videos showing the aftermath....
17-year-old passenger dies in 3-vehicle crash on Summit Boulevard near West Palm Beach
A 17-year-old passenger died Tuesday afternoon after a three-vehicle crash on Summit Boulevard near West Palm Beach, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office....
First responders at scene of vehicle crash on Florida's Turnpike in Martin County
First responders are at the scene of a vehicle crash in Martin County.
Large smoke visible in downtown West Palm Beach is from fire department training, officials confirm
West Palm Beach Fire confirms smoke visible in downtown West Palm Beach is from training activity and is not an emergency.
Strong to severe storms possible in South Florida
Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday afternoon across the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.
Operation Hammer Time: Arrests made in multi-county theft ring that hit 40+ hardware stores
The Martin County Sheriff's Office is holding a press conference today at 2 p.m. to discuss recent arrests made during Operation Hammer Time.
Black bear spotted swimming in Port St. Lucie neighborhood
Bear sightings are rare along the Treasure Coast, but one was spotted recently in a Port St. Lucie neighborhood. Police posted a video on its Facebook page Tuesday of a black bear swimming in a waterway in the Town Park community....
All northbound lanes blocked on Florida’s Turnpike in Lake Worth after crash
All northbound lanes blocked on Florida’s Turnpike in Lake Worth after crash. Seek alternate route.
5 injured in I-95 multi-vehicle crash in Martin County
All northbound lanes on I-95 at mile marker 101 are closed following a multi-vehicle crash. Seek an alternate route.
Jupiter makes history as 91 firefighters take oath for town's first-ever fire department
Ninety-one firefighters and their families gathered at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre on Monday as Jupiter officially launched Jupiter Fire Rescue.
Friends and family gather in Royal Palm Beach to remember teen killed in crash
On Sunday, friends, family members, teachers and coaches came together, lighting candles beside his photos and comforting one another while wearing blue in his honor....
Two injured in multi-vehicle crash near Palm Beach International Airport
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue responded to a crash involving several vehicles and a motorcycle early Sunday.
More Storms in Store for South Florida
Another round of showers and storms will mainly impact the area this evening.
Boynton Beach man sentenced to 20 years in prison after fleeing fatal crash in 2024
Boynton Beach man sentenced to 20 years in prison after fleeing fatal crash in 2024
PBSO: Man fled deputies, hit patrol car, caused lockdown at St. Mary’s Medical Center
A man was arrested after fleeing Palm Beach County deputies, side-swiping a patrol vehicle, and prompting a lockdown at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
Storm Ready: Your complete guide to the 2026 hurricane season
Experts share what South Florida residents need to know about insurance, evacuation zones, radar gaps, and storm prep for the 2026 hurricane season.
Teen accused of shooting at occupied car in West Palm Beach
A teenager is facing multiple charges after allegedly shooting at a car in the parking lot of a West Palm Beach apartment complex.
CHOPPER VIDEO: 2 injured after small plane crashes on hospital campus in South Florida
The FAA is investigating after a small plane carrying two people crashed Friday morning in South Florida.
16-year-old charged as adult in West Palm Beach shooting outside apartment complex
A 16-year-old accused of opening fire on a car and attempting to kill another teen in West Palm Beach is being held on a $50,000 bond.
Widespread downpours possible in South Florida as tropical moisture builds this weekend
WPBF 25 First Warning meteorologists are tracking impact weather with rain and storms for the next several days in South Florida.
'The brain of the Martin County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue': New dispatch center is ready
Martin County officials introduced a new communications and dispatch center to enhance emergency response during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Unsettled weather brings impact downpours and storm chances to South Florida
WPBF 25 First Warning meteorologists are tracking impact weather with rain and storms for the next several days in South Florida.
Loxahatchee animal sanctuary prepares dozens of animals for hurricane season
Loxahatchee animal sanctuary owner Elizabeth Accomondo shares hurricane preparation tips for pets and livestock as Palm Beach County emergency officials urge year-round planning....
Martin County unveils $2 million dispatch center upgrade to improve emergency response times
Martin County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue completed a $2 million dispatch center upgrade featuring new technology to reduce emergency response times and improve public safety....
Florida ranks 28 in national disaster preparedness study despite hurricane experience
New study ranks Florida 28th for disaster preparedness despite hurricane experience. Palm Beach County residents react to surprising findings ahead of hurricane season....
WPTV concludes ‘Storm Ready’ Tour in Loxahatchee ahead of hurricane season
WPTV's Storm Ready tour ended in Loxahatchee with expert guidance on hurricane prep, evacuation zones, pet safety, and storm risks for Palm Beach County....
Multi-vehicle crash closes roads in Palm City, 2 hospitalized with traumatic injuries
Two people were hospitalized with traumatic injuries Thursday morning following a multi-vehicle head-on collision that shut down roads in Palm City, according to Martin County Fire Rescue officials....
Palm Beach County gang 'Nawf Way' dismantled in Operation Shark Bait: 20+ Arrested
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office dismantled the Nawf Way gang in Operation Shark Bait after year-long investigation. 20+ arrests, 110 firearms seized....
Palm Beach County School Board Police Department pantry program team wins community award
The Palm Beach County School Board Police Department pantry program team won the Shannon Cake Community Engagement Award at the 2026 LEO Awards.
'We can't use our backyard anymore': Family spends thousands to shield property from daily golf ball barrage
For a family who lives near Boynton Beach, the danger outside their home is not hurricane season or South Florida storms — it is golf balls.
'You have a duty to stop that person': Martin County sheriff identifies driver in wrong-way crash that kills suspect, injures 4
The Martin County Sheriff's Office held a press conference on Tuesday afternoon following a wrong-way crash on Sunday, May 24, that led to the death of one person, while four others were injured....
Florida Atlantic University student government member arrested in child sex sting
A Florida Atlantic University student government member was arrested in Delray Beach after police said he arranged to meet someone he believed was a minor for sexual activity....
Witnesses describe chaos as sparks flew from a pistol during Boca Raton bar shooting that injured 2
Boca Raton police are investigating a shooting outside a downtown bar that injured two people, with one victim still recovering in the hospital.
Wrong-way driver identified after 16-mile chase on US 1 in Florida
A 43-year-old man from West Palm Beach died after driving the wrong way on U.S. 1 for 16 miles, crashing into two cars and injuring four people, including two children....
Riviera Beach police arrest three men for probation violations
Riviera Beach police arrested three men for probation violations during an operation that uncovered guns, ammunition, drugs, and cash.
Man accused of swimming naked, refusing orders at Palm Beach resort arrested, police say
Police say drugs and stolen items were also found at the scene.
Man killed in fiery Martin County crash had 10+ arrests, history of assaulting his mother, sheriff says
Man dies after a 16-mile pursuit that began in Riviera Beach and ended in a fiery crash, injuring four others
2 school officers praised for stopping armed man on Lake Worth Community High School campus
Two Palm Beach County School Police officers are nominated for a LEO Award after disarming a suspect they say who entered Lake Worth Community High School illegally....
Alan B. Miller Medical Center opens in Palm Beach Gardens as region's first new hospital since 1979
The Alan B. Miller Medical Center brings emergency care, surgical services, cardiology, radiology and more to one of the area's fastest-growing communities....
Come see WPTV's 'Storm Ready' hurricane preparedness tour in Boca Raton tonight at 6:30
WPTV's 'Storm Ready' tour stops at the Boca Raton Public Library tonight. Doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 6:30 p.m.
Sheriff IDs 'frequent flyer' suspect killed after 16-mile high-speed chase in Martin County
A West Palm Beach man who died in a high-speed pursuit that lasted for 16 miles on Sunday was identified Tuesday by the Martin County sheriff as a "frequent flyer" who had multiple previous arrests....
Witnesses describe chaos as gunfire erupted at Boca Raton bar, leaving two injured
Two injured in Boca Raton bar shooting as police search for gunman, who fled the scene.
Delray Beach police investigate fatal shooting
Delray Beach police investigate the fatal shooting of a man
Woman dies 8 days after electric scooter crashes into parked truck in Lake Worth Beach
The unoccupied vehicle was on South K Street.
Family identifies 2 people killed in West Palm Beach Brightline train crash as memorial grows
A memorial of crosses, candles, and photos is growing at the site of a deadly Brightline train crash in West Palm Beach, as family identifies the two people killed....
Fatal shooting under investigation in Delray Beach on Memorial Day weekend
Delray Beach police are investigating a fatal shooting early Sunday on SW 15th Terrace. Detectives are searching for the shooter.
Lifeguards warn of rip current dangers at Florida beaches this Memorial Day weekend
Ocean rescue officials in South Florida are warning beachgoers to take rip currents and changing surf conditions seriously as large crowds are expected over Memorial Day weekend....
Timelapse video shows 16-mile path wrong-way driver took before crashing into two vehicles
A wrong-way driver on U.S. 1 in Martin County caused a head-on collision near Jonathan Dickinson State Park, leaving one person dead and four others injured, including two children....
One person hospitalized after open water incident in Boynton Beach
Fire crews responded to Ocean Inlet Park in Boynton Beach after an open water incident left one person hospitalized.
West Palm Beach man travels in wrong lanes for about 16 miles before fatal crash in Martin County, FHP says
A wrong-way driver is dead, and four people are injured, including two young children, after a 16-mile chase on Sunday ended in a fiery crash in Martin County....
2 injured in shooting outside downtown Boca Raton bar
Boca Raton police said the shooting happened about 12:30 a.m. Monday and that the gunfire came from outside the bar. Two people were shot and taken to local hospitals....
West Palm Beach man sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting during child exchange
Joseph D. Halford, 29, pleaded guilty to attempted second-degree murder after shooting a man who was dating his ex-girlfriend in the neck during a child exchange in a Publix parking lot....
Police investigate shooting near Mizner Park in Boca Raton
Two adults were shot outside a Boca Raton restaurant near Mizner Park, and police are working to identify the shooter and gather information.
2 hospitalized after overnight shooting outside Boca Raton restaurant
Two people were taken to the hospital after an overnight shooting in Boca Raton outside The Standard Cuisine & Cocktails, police said.
Deadly crash: Car drives into Brightline train, two people killed in West Palm Beach
Two people are dead after a car collided with a Brightline train in West Palm Beach, according to police.
Wrong-way driver dies after high-speed crash in Martin County; 4 others injured
The Martin County Sheriff's Office said a suspect drove nearly 16 miles in the wrong direction before crashing in Hobe Sound. Four others were injured along US 1 on Sunday....
Fatal wrong-way crash shuts down US-1 near Jonathan Dickinson State Park
One person is dead following a crash involving a wrong-way driver that shut down a major roadway in Martin County Sunday, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office....
Fire at quadplex near Delray Beach sends one person to the hospital, Red Cross notified
A fire broke out at a quadplex near Delray Beach Saturday night, sending one person to the hospital. The Red Cross is assisting those affected.
WPBF 25 meteorologist Glenn Glazer goes shopping for Hurricane Supplies with the Fire Chief
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Chief Dave DeRita shared expert tips on hurricane preparedness during a visit to Jupiter Hardware, highlighting essential items for safety, home security, and first aid....
Fire damages quadplex in Palm Beach County, one person hospitalized
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire Saturday night on Canalview Drive, where one person was hospitalized and the American Red Cross was called to assist affected residents....
Red Cross assists four adults after two home fires in Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
The American Red Cross provided aid to four adults affected by separate home fires in Riviera Beach and Port St. Lucie within the last 12 hours.
Palm Beach County mother reunites with fire rescue crew who saved her toddler from Easter drowning
A Loxahatchee reunion brought a toddler and the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue crew together months after she was pulled from a pool at an Easter family gathering....
West Palm Beach man arrested after alleged threatening messages sent to 911 system
A West Palm Beach man was arrested after police said he sent threatening messages through a 911 text system, targeting downtown West Palm Beach and Mar-a-Lago....
West Palm Beach man arrested for texting threats to 911 targeting Mar-a-Lago and nearby area
A West Palm Beach man was arrested after sending threatening texts to 911 targeting Mar-a-Lago and downtown. He faces felony charges.
Man accused of luring teen and trying to break into West Palm Beach home arrested
A man in West Palm Beach faces multiple charges after allegedly attempting to break into a home and lure a teenage girl, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office....
Martin County high schooler killed hours before graduation remembered as 'a beacon of light'
Friends and classmates of the 18-year-old from Hobe Sound gathered Friday night to mourn his death in a car crash hours before his high school graduation....
Police: 3-year-old accidentally shoots man in Delray Beach
A 3-year-old child in Delray Beach accidentally discharged a firearm, injuring a man who was hospitalized, while the child was unharmed.
Small plane makes emergency landing in Martin County field
Two people were on board when a small plane had to make an emergency landing in a Martin County field Friday afternoon, according to the sheriff's office....
3-year-old accidentally shoots man with unsecured gun in Delray Beach
A 3-year-old accidentally shot a man Thursday night after a firearm was left unsecured in Delray Beach, police said.
Martin County senior killed in crash hours before graduation near South Fork High School
The crash happened on Southwest Pratt Whitney Road and Southwest Bulldog Way. Students are practicing for the graduation ceremony at the school Thursday morning....
Community mourns South Florida senior who died in crash near campus before graduation
Christopher Brooks was killed in a crash right outside of South Fork High School hours before graduation.
3D-printed home in Palm Beach Gardens is 'built like a fortress' to withstand hurricanes
A Palm Beach Gardens woman is making history with a house built not by a crew of dozens, but by a robot.
Senior, 18, dies in crash near South Fork High School, Martin County School District says
A high school senior died Thursday morning in a crash near South Fork High School, according to the Martin County School District.
Boynton Beach explores possible fire rescue merger with Palm Beach County
A possible merger between Boynton Beach Fire Rescue and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue is now being explored as city leaders look for ways to reduce expenses and potentially lower taxes for residents....
WPTV's 'Storm Ready' tour stops in Jensen Beach ahead of June 1 hurricane season start
WPTV hosts a free hurricane preparedness event in Stuart. Learn home prep, evacuation planning, and how to become a weather spotter.
'Remarkable': Community gathers on Singer Island to honor 16-year-old after deadly I-95 crash
Candles, flowers, and shared memories filled a Riviera Beach vigil honoring a 16-year-old whose life was cut short in a tragic I-95 crash.
Faith leaders in South Florida call for security and education after deadly San Diego mosque attack
Samir Kakli, executive director of the South Florida Muslim Federation, says the shooting struck at the heart of what should be a safe space.
Charter school teacher arrested, accused of touching student inappropriately at school event
A teacher at a Palm Beach County charter school was arrested Monday after a student accused him of inappropriate sexual contact during a school event, according to deputies....
19-year-old critically injured after driver fleeing deputies crashes into her car in Lake Worth
A 19-year-old woman suffered critical injuries Monday night after she was hit by a driver who fled from deputies at a high rate of speed, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office....
Driver of BMW flees crash scene in Lake Worth, leaving 19-year-old with critical injuries
A 20-year-old man was arrested after leaving the scene of a crash that critically injured a 19-year-old woman Monday night in Lake Worth, deputies say....
