Man wanted on sexual battery, extortion warrant accused of attacking officers
An 18-year-old wanted on sexual battery and extortion allegations escaped custody at a Boynton Beach hospital and fought officers, police said.
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Crash closes southbound Federal Highway near Treasure Coast Mall
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. - Florida Highway Patrol closed down all southbound lanes of Federal Highway near the Treasure Coast Mall due to a crash early Tuesday morni...
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Wind and coastal hazards ease later this week, but showers remain in the forecast
The Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches are in for a blustery, unsettled start to the week, with the strongest winds and most significant coastal concerns expected...
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Southbound US-1 reopens near Treasure Coast Mall after serious crash
TRAFFIC UPDATE: All southbound US-1 lanes reopen near Treasure Coast Square Mall after serious crash Tuesday morning
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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.
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Strong winds, king tides flood parts of Martin County as officials warn of more high water
WPTV has been following flooding on the Treasure Coast created by strong winds and king tides on Monday.
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Air defense systems spotted on barge outside Mar-a-Lago as security measures expand
More defense capabilities are being added outside Mar-a-Lago to protect President Donald Trump when he visits his private club.
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Mother, daughter accused of using dog stroller in $1,725 theft at The Boca Raton
A mother and daughter are accused of stealing $1,725 worth of merchandise from retail shops at The Boca Raton, including shoes and swimsuits, according to a pro...
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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....
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King tides delay Margaritaville at Sea's return to Port of Palm Beach
Passengers will be wasting away in Margaritaville for one more day as severe weather delays the cruise ship's return to Palm Beach until Wednesday.
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PETA plans protest at West Palm Beach circus over elephant’s treatment
PETA supporters plan to protest outside a West Palm Beach circus on Tuesday, calling for the retirement of a 56-year-old elephant to a sanctuary.
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King tides cause coastal flooding, beach closures in Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
"Turn around, don’t drown" is the message for drivers as exceptionally high king tides increase the risk of coastal flooding along Florida’s Atlantic coast....
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Macy’s worker accused of months-long theft spree at Boca Raton store
A Macy’s employee is accused of stealing more than $900 in merchandise from the Boca Raton store over several months, investigators say.