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Martin County advances proposed data center moratorium
Martin County commissioners are moving forward with a proposed one-year moratorium on large-scale data centers, giving the county more time to study their poten...
safety
Florida drug trafficking bust leads to 19 arrests, 6 more suspects sought
Authorities have dismantled what they say was a large-scale drug trafficking network involving people in Palm Beach, Broward, St. Lucie and other Florida counti...
arts
Operation Ice Breaker: 25 charged in major South Florida drug trafficking investigation
Officials said the investigation targeted a drug trafficking network operating mainly in Palm Beach, Broward and St. Lucie counties
News
The changing face of South Florida's homeless
Florida's affordability crisis isn't just showing up in panhandlers on the street, but in some cases, the people who live next door.
Local
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier to hold press conference in Boynton Beach
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is scheduled to hold a press conference in Boynton Beach on Tuesday morning]
safety
Suspect booked into Martin County Jail after undercover drug sting, sheriff says
A Martin County man has been arrested following an undercover operation into meth trafficking, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
safety
Two right lanes blocked after crash on Florida’s Turnpike South in Palm Beach County
A crash in Palm Beach County on Florida’s Turnpike South has caused a major traffic jam and lane blockages, according to Florida 511.511 says that at around 5:4...
schools
Bomb threat reported at Boca Raton Jewish academy, PBSO says
A bomb threat reported at a Jewish preschool in Boca Raton prompted a heavy deputy presence and traffic delays Monday afternoon.
safety
Multi-vehicle crash blocks lane on Florida’s Turnpike in West Palm Beach
A multi-vehicle crash on Florida’s Turnpike southbound in West Palm Beach narrowed traffic to one lane Monday afternoon, according to FL511.
business
Lynora's Italian restaurant marks 50 years in South Florida, plans expansion beyond Palm Beach County
Lynora's Italian restaurant is celebrating 50 years in South Florida and expanding to Melbourne, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond Palm Beach County.
coastal
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.
safety
Undercover buys, pound-level deals, coded texts: 6 arrested in Palm Beach County drug case
A $400 meth deal at a Greenacres barbershop was among the undercover buys at the center of a sweeping drug investigation that put six suspects behind bars....
Local
Treasure Coast travelers say limited transportation options make it 'difficult to get around'
Why Treasure Coast travelers say they need more options as limited flights and schedules leave residents wanting more convenient ways to get around the area...
safety
Crash blocks 3 left lanes on I-95 North near Yamato Road in Palm Beach County
A major crash blocked three left lanes Sunday morning on I- 95 North near Yamato Road in Palm Beach County.
schools
Palm Beach Atlantic University celebrates Hispanic heritage through art, music festival
Palm Beach Atlantic University's Hispanic Heritage Festival featured artwork from more than 10 countries and performances highlighting Latin American musical traditions....
schools
Treasure Coast High School student struck by SUV remembered through organ donation
The 14-year-old Treasure Coast High School student struck by an SUV last week will be honored through organ donation by his grieving family.
safety
Palm Beach County rescue team heads north to help Panhandle communities after Isaias
Hurricane Isaias left widespread damage and power outages across Florida’s Panhandle, prompting Palm Beach County rescue crews to help with recovery efforts....
safety
Man killed in early-morning shooting in West Palm Beach, police say
A man was killed in an early-morning shooting Sunday along Presidential Way in West Palm Beach, police said.Officers responded to a 911 call reporting a shootin...
safety
Flash Flood Warning for coastal Martin County
* Flash Flood Warning for...Northeastern Martin County in east central Florida...* Until 700 PM EDT.* At 523 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms produ...
safety
Flood Advisories for Martin and St. Lucie Counties from afternoon storms
FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 630 PM EDT THIS EVENING* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.* WHERE...Northern Martin County in east centra...
safety
Man accused of taking photos under woman's dress at Royal Palm Beach Publix
A man was arrested after allegedly using his cell phone to secretly take photos under a woman's dress at a Royal Palm Beach Publix.
safety
Palm Beach County HazMat team deploys to Panhandle ahead of hurricane threats
Less than 24 hours after receiving orders, a Palm Beach County HazMat team deployed to Tallahassee to prepare for hurricane-related emergencies.
safety
AAA urges Floridians to document storm damage, avoid scams following Hurricane Isaias
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — As Florida residents begin recovering from Hurricane Isaias, AAA is sharing guidance to help homeowners and drivers navigate ins...
coastal
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.
government
Palm Beach County officials explain what's driving Florida property tax increases ahead of Amendment 3 vote
The WPTV Town Hall on Amendment 3 has led to some more questions about the referendum facing voters on raising the Homestead Exemption to lower property taxes and reduce revenue for cities and counties....
safety
MCSO warns scam emails may trick development applicants into wiring money
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a new fraudulent email scam.
schools
Teen who called in Boca Raton High bomb threat pleads guilty, sentenced to time served
A teenager who sent in a bomb threat at Boca Raton High School in September, 2025, pleaded guilty and will now spend a year in jail.
Local
West Palm Beach man accused of attacking two women, including hospice patient
A West Palm Beach man is accused of forcing his way into a home and attacking two women, including a terminally ill hospice patient.
Local
Palm Beach County leaders warn homelessness may rise despite drop in annual count
Palm Beach County’s annual count of people experiencing homelessness fell from 2025 to 2026, but local advocates say the numbers do not reflect the growing numb...
News
Deputies hear cries underground, rescue 2 kittens buried alive in Hobe Sound
Deputies digging through a rain-soaked backyard in Martin County heard the cries of kittens buried up to 3 feet underground, leading to the rescue of two animal...
coastal
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.
Local
Woman accused of stealing Miami car, biting, scratching, kicking Palm Beach officers
Ashley Mabary is accused of stealing an unlocked Acura in Miami, driving it to Palm Beach and fighting officers. Bond was set at $41,000.
safety
Parking dispute at Loxahatchee Wawa ends in gunfire, woman's arrest, PBSO says
A dispute over a disabled car parked near a Loxahatchee Wawa entrance escalated into a fight and gunfire, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office....
Local
Frank Caliendo brings his famous impressions to Palm Beach Improv this weekend
Comedian and impressionist Frank Caliendo visits Palm Beach Improv this weekend after stopping by ARC Florida to preview his South Florida shows.
safety
Hurricane Isaias shuts down nearly 63% of Gulf oil output, raising pump-price concerns
Hurricane Isaias has shut in nearly 63% of Gulf oil output, raising fuel-price concerns as Palm Beach and Treasure Coast drivers already pay more.
safety
MARTY operator responds to shutdown concerns, says 29 workers impacted
The company behind Martin County’s suddenly shuttered MARTY bus service is explaining why it stopped operations with little warning, leaving thousands of riders...
News
'EXTREMELY ALARMING': Hobe Sound woman buried kittens alive, believing they were demons
A Martin County woman is facing multiple animal cruelty charges after deputies say she buried several cats alive in her yard at the Hobe Sound Mobile Home Park....
safety
Crash blocks 2 left lanes on I-95 North near 45th Street in West Palm Beach
A crash is blocking two left lanes on I-95 North in Palm Beach County Friday morning.The crash is before Exit 74 near 45th Street, according to Florida 511....
Local
Fright Nights brings haunted houses and Halloween scares to West Palm Beach
Fright Nights opened Thursday at the South Florida Fairgrounds, bringing three haunted houses, two scare zones and a cast ready to make visitors scream.Blood-sm...
News
Woman accused of burying cats alive at Hobe Sound Mobile Home Park
Martin County Sheriff’s Office units along with MCSO Animal Services are currently investigating an animal cruelty case at Hobe Sound Mobile Home Park....
safety
'It's not safe': Treasure Coast neighbors raise concerns after teen hit walking to school
A 14-year-old Treasure Coast High School student remains in critical condition after police say he was hit by an SUV while walking to school along construction....
government
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov receives key to the city of Boca Raton from Mayor Thompson
Florida Panthers Captain Alexander Barkov received the Key to the City of Boca Raton at a ceremony Thursday afternoon.
safety
Search warrant yields cocaine, prescription pills and 26 firearms in North Palm Beach
Four people were arrested, and several firearms and narcotics were recovered after a North Palm Beach Police investigation.
Local
Man to serve 7 years in prison after pleading guilty to lewd molestation of child under 12
A man has plead guilty to a 7-year prison sentence following a molestation investigation, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Local
CBS12 News Athlete of the Week: Lakes QB Jordan Johnson carrying on family legacy
Palm Beach Lakes QB Jordan Johnson carrying on family legacy.
safety
Firefighters extinguish mobile home fire in Stuart; cat rescued
Martin County Fire Rescue and Stuart Fire Rescue teams worked together to take down a mobile home fire on Thursday.