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Boca Raton's FAU Lab Schools earn top national K-12 ranking from Niche
FAU Lab Schools in Boca Raton earned Niche’s No. 1 national and Florida ranking among public K-12 schools, while its teachers also ranked first statewide....
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Crash blocks 2 right lanes on Florida’s Turnpike northbound near Glades Road
A crash is blocking two right lanes on Florida’s Turnpike northbound in Palm Beach County Friday morning.The crash is before Exit 75 near Glades Road according...
safety
Stormtrac Weather Impact Day: Widespread rain and flooding concerns
A Stormtrac Weather Impact Day has been declared for South Florida today.
schools
New Northstar Day school opens in Palm Beach Gardens for neurodivergent children
A new school designed specifically for neurodivergent children has opened in Palm Beach Gardens, bringing education and therapy services together under one roof....
safety
PBSO: Suspect stole Kia from Delray dealership, struck unmarked car while fleeing
A man is accused of stealing a Kia from a Delray Beach dealership, then crashing into an unmarked police car while fleeing.
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First neurodivergent day program in southeast Florida opens in Palm Beach Gardens
The first neurodivergent day program in southeast Florida opened in Palm Beach Gardens on Thursday.
News
Missing autistic man, 29, safely located after search in Martin County
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing adult male who is autistic.
safety
License plate reader leads to arrest in stolen vehicle case near Loxahatchee
A Stuart man was arrested after a license plate reader alert flagged a vehicle reported stolen out of Martin County, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said...
business
Martin County border collie hoarding case moves forward as 30 rescued dogs find new homes
Paige O'Donnell faces 72 criminal charges — two for each dog rescued from her home. She was not present at her docket sounding Thursday afternoon in the Martin County courthouse, but I spoke with her attorney, Russell Ferraro....
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Jury finds man guilty in May 2023 Palm Beach chase killing
A man has been found guilty for his role in a May 2023 murder, according to the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office.
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Mosquito-borne illness advisory issued for Martin County
The Florida Department of Health in Martin County is informing residents that several sentinel chickens have tested positive for West Nile virus..
coastal
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.
safety
Heavy rain floods roads as storms move across Palm Beach County
Heavy rain flooded streets in Delray Beach and Lake Worth Beach as storms with downpours and lightning moved into Palm Beach County.
safety
West Palm Beach man accused of beating woman, stealing her car after $20 demand
West Palm Beach police say a man punched a woman in the face multiple times after she refused his request for $20 at a Raceway gas station, then stole her car....
safety
Assistant property manager accused of stealing $13K in Andros Isles rental payments
West Palm Beach police said Crystal Valdes stole $13,300 in Andros Isles rental payments and used her boyfriend’s account to cash money orders.
safety
Armed man who detained teen during ding-dong ditch prank sues PBSO for 'wrongful arrest'
A West Boca man is suing the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, alleging he was wrongfully arrested last year after he, while holding a gun, detained a boy who...
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Minister killed after gunman allegedly targeted wrong sister, affidavit says
An affidavit says a West Palm Beach minister was fatally shot after a man allegedly mistook the minister’s girlfriend for his ex-girlfriend.
arts
South Florida siblings charged in alleged $80M Subway franchise kickback scheme
Federal prosecutors say a former Subway supply-chain cooperative CEO and her brother hid $80 million in alleged kickbacks that affected franchisees.
safety
Multi-vehicle crash blocks 2 right lanes on I-95 north near Okeechobee Boulevard
A multi-vehicle crash is blocking two right lanes on I-95 northbound in Palm Beach County Thursday morning.
sports
October arrives with cooler changes, king tides and a new look at the tropics
October is here, and while South Florida does not swap summer heat for sweaters overnight, the month brings several noticeable seasonal changes to the Palm Beac...
safety
Crash blocks Turnpike lane between Okeechobee and Southern boulevards in Palm Beach County
A crash is blocking the right lane on Florida’s Turnpike southbound in Palm Beach County.The crash is at Exit 97 near Southern Boulevard. Traffic camers from Fl...
safety
Multi-vehicle crash blocks right lane on Florida's Turnpike South near Boynton Beach Blvd.
A possible overturned semi-truck on the grass shoulder of Florida’s Turnpike is blocking the right lane in Palm Beach County.Photos show what appear to be a sem...
Local
Zoo Lights to return with all-new bioluminescence experience this holiday season
Palm Beach Zoo Lights returns Nov. 20–Jan. 3 with an all-new bioluminescence theme, free activities, and holiday festivities.
safety
Jupiter Fire Rescue Department launches marking new era for Town of Jupiter
The Town of Jupiter launched its own fire rescue department Thursday, with 94 operational personnel serving 61,000 residents from three fire stations.
safety
Showers, building winds and coastal flooding concerns continue across Southeast Florida
Periodic rounds of showers and stormsA Flood Advisory is in effect for southeastern Palm Beach County until 1:45 p.m.Keep the umbrella close today as a humid, m...
business
'Medication stored above vegetables'; 70 dead flies: 3 South Florida restaurants shut
All three South Florida restaurants temporarily shut by the state last week were in Palm Beach County.Inspections found issues including a “bottle of medication...
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Residents urge audit after Delray Beach burial plot dispute and record errors at cemetery
The City of Delray Beach held a community meeting on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing issues at Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
safety
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy briefly evacuated after reported bomb threat
A bomb threat at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy forced a brief evacuation of the school, according to the Palm Springs Police Department.
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South Florida foster parents open their home to sisters, hope to inspire others
A Florida foster family is sharing its story in hopes of encouraging others to consider opening their homes to children in need.Brigitte and Justin, a South Flo...
schools
Palm Beach County school superintendent proposes salary freeze amid 'severe financial challenges'
The School District of Palm Beach County is proposing a district-wide salary freeze as it faces what Superintendent Mike Burke described as "severe financial challenges," including a $15 million budget shortfall....
safety
Rabies alert issued in Martin County after raccoon tests positive in Stuart
A rabid raccoon captured near South Kanner Highway prompted a 60-day alert and warnings to avoid wild animals in part of Stuart.
safety
Palm Beach County residents targeted by fake PBSO captain phone scam
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is warning people about a new scam in which scammers pretend to be high-ranking members of the sheriff’s office....
safety
New details in minister's mistaken-ID shooting; suspect moved to PBC Jail
Shot after being mistaken for someone else, a West Palm Beach minister kept driving, putting his passenger’s safety first before succumbing to his injuries....