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Shannon Ramsey-Chessman sworn in as interim after clerk's arrest on child sex abuse charges
Shannon Ramsey-Chessman was sworn in Tuesday as Clerk Ad Interim after Palm Beach County Clerk of Court Michael Caruso was arrested and suspended from office by Gov. Ron DeSantis on 5 felony charges....
safety
Woman killed in Vero Beach shooting identified, suspect still on the run
The Indian River County Sheriff's Office has identified the woman shot and killed Sunday morning in Vero Beach as 52-year-old Dawn Kriskewic
safety
Three hospitalized after fire at private Palm Beach County prison
Three people were taken to a local hospital for evaluation after a fire at a correctional facility in South Bay Tuesday morning.
safety
Interim Palm Beach County clerk sworn in following Michael Caruso arrest
Shannon Ramsey-Chessman has been sworn in as Palm Beach County's ad interim clerk following the suspension and arrest of Clerk Michael Caruso.
safety
17-year-old Boynton Beach teen arrested in deadly shooting of 19-year-old
A 17-year-old Boynton Beach teen has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder with a firearm in connection with the deadly shooting of a 19-year-old....
safety
Police arrest teen in connection with deadly Boynton Beach shooting
A 17-year-old Boynton Beach teen has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 19-year-old Nigel Beckford, police announced
safety
Palm Beach County clerk arrested on 5 felonies involving child, suspended by DeSantis
Palm Beach County Clerk of Court Michael Caruso was arrested early Tuesday on charges related to child sexual abuse, according to James Uthmeir.
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Palm Beach County Clerk of Court Michael Caruso arrested on child sex abuse charges
Palm Beach County Clerk of Court Michael Caruso was arrested Tuesday morning on child sexual abuse charges, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier....
government
Moskowitz, Singer win primary vote, will face off in Nov. for District 25 U.S. House seat
U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz decisively turned back a progressive primary challenge Tuesday, while former Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer emerged from a crowded pack...
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I-95 southbound left lane blocked in Martin County due to roadway debris
The left lane of I-95 southbound is blocked in Martin County Tuesday morning due to roadway debris, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
News
I-95 South in Martin County reopens after 300 feet of wood, nail debris shut down all lanes
All southbound lanes of I-95 South just past the Kanner Highway exit in Martin County have been blocked Tuesday morning.
Local
Palm Beach Zoo shines a light on the 'engineers of our ecosystem'
The Palm Beach Zoo is shining a spotlight on one of Florida's most important — and often overlooked — animals: the gopher tortoise.
government
Sara Baxter faces GOP primary challenge from Elizabeth Accomando in District 6 race
CBS12 News is keeping an eye on the race for Palm Beach County Commission District 6 seat.
government
GOP primary winner to face Emily Gregory in District 87 November Election
A rematch could be brewing in District 87, which stretches from Juno Beach to Manalapan and includes Mar-a-Lago.The district was flipped by Democrat Emily Grego...
sports
Heat advisory with record highs likely
Another heat advisory issued for all of South Florida today.
safety
911 calls released after fatal Vero Beach shooting; person of interest still on the run
The Indian River County Sheriff's Office released 911 calls from neighbors who reported a woman shot and killed outside her Vero Beach home.
business
Florida prosecutors, sheriffs back federal bills targeting animal fighting and trafficking
Recent animal hoarding cases on the Treasure Coast have renewed concerns about animal cruelty.
government
Palm Beach GOP chairman calls Baxter developments a 'coordinated attack’ ahead of primary
Palm Beach County GOP Chairman Carl Cascio is calling recent developments surrounding County Mayor Sara Baxter a “coordinated attack” ahead of Tuesday’s primary...
safety
Fatal crash blocks northbound I-95 in Boca Raton Monday afternoon, FHP says
A fatal crash is blocking northbound I-95 near mile marker 44 in Boca Raton, Florida Highway Patrol says.
safety
Man, 62, killed in single vehicle rollover crash on I-95 in Boca Raton
A major traffic crash on I-95 North has blocked all lanes in Boca Raton on Monday.
schools
Boca Raton Christian School volleyball team eyes back-to-back state championships this season
Boca Raton Christian School volleyball team eyes back-to-back state championships this season, saying unity is the key to repeating
safety
BODYCAM: DUI suspect takes off twice after hit-and-run, but deputies catch up
A DUI suspect's getaway came to a crashing halt early Saturday after Martin County deputies say he fled a hit-and-run; twice.
Local
St. Lucie County population surges 22% since 2020, far outpacing Palm Beach County
St. Lucie County is growing fast, and new Census estimates show much of that growth is centered in Port St. Lucie.The latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates put St...
Local
12 pounds of meth, 12,000 rounds,12 guns, and fentanyl found in Boynton Beach SWAT raid
A narcotics investigation in Boynton Beach ended with a SWAT raid and a massive haul of drugs and guns, including more than 12 pounds of meth.
Local
99-year-old Boca Raton woman trapped in 4th-floor home during weeks-long elevator outages
A 99-year-old Boca Raton woman who lives on the fourth floor of her building has been left largely trapped in her home during elevator outages — and her family says building management has offered little help....
schools
'Beloved' Jupiter Middle School teacher Kevin Burns dies, according to principal
Jupiter Middle School principal Lisa Hastey said that Kevin Burns, a U.S. History and Civics teacher at the school for 20 years, passed away. Hastey's statement to families and staff over the weekend did not outline the cause of his death....
safety
Stove sparks apartment fire at Stuart 55+ community; no injuries reported
Firefighters quickly extinguished a fire that broke out inside a Stuart 55+ community Sunday afternoon, officials said.
Local
Census data shows St. Lucie surging while Palm Beach growth nearly stops
New Census estimates show Port St. Lucie driving regional growth as Palm Beach stalls and Martin, Indian River and Okeechobee post smaller gains.
safety
West Palm Beach man arrested after police say he faked coma to cover up $190K embezzlement
Police say a West Palm Beach man stole nearly $191K from his employer and faked a coma after the company began questioning him suddenly disappearing from work....
schools
Families demand crosswalk for homes near Greenacres Elementary School
Parents want a crosswalk and school zone on Haverhill Road near Greenacres Elementary in Palm Beach County.
government
Primary preview: Port St. Lucie mayor's race is tied to lingering trash problems
The Port St Lucie mayor’s race is one of the races we are watching closely this week.
safety
Near-record heat in South Florida to start the week
South Florida is facing another exceptionally hot day as Saharan dust and high pressure suppress most thunderstorms, allowing temperatures to approach daily rec...
News
Woman dies after being found shot in Vero Beach roadway, person of interest sought
A woman has died after she was found with an apparent gunshot wound in a Vero Beach roadway Sunday morning, according to the Indian River County Sheriff's Offic...
Local
Boynton Beach officer saves woman's life with CPR during Nashville vacation, nominated for lifesaving ribbon
Boynton Beach officer Chase Thompson saved a woman's life with CPR during his Nashville vacation and is now nominated for a lifesaving ribbon.