Local
5 local people among 7 charged in alleged $100M Florida workers' comp fraud scheme
Florida AG James Uthmeier charged seven people, including five from Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, in an alleged nearly $100M fraud scheme.
The Palm Beach
All News
schools
North Palm Beach parent raises school zone safety concerns as new year brings congested drop-off traffic
A North Palm Beach parent is raising safety concerns about the morning drop-off routine outside the K-8 Conservatory School as the new school year gets underway and traffic around campuses grows congested....
schools
Students sit on floor of overcrowded Suncoast bus, same concerns as last year
A Palm Beach County father wants answers after he says his 13-year-old daughter spent half her first bus ride home from Suncoast High School on the floor....
business
Palm Beach County battles Texas, Tennessee for corporate headquarters in high-stakes economic competition
Palm Beach County's top economic development official warns the region must compete harder with Texas, Tennessee and Virginia for high-paying corporate jobs....
Local
Palm Beach Gardens residents push back on oak tree removal plan, call for code changes
Residents in a Palm Beach Gardens community are fighting a plan to remove hundreds of oak trees and calling for changes to city tree removal codes.
safety
Off-duty Boynton Beach officer helps save woman after downtown Nashville crash
A Boynton Beach officer on vacation in Nashville was caught in a deadly crash — and ended up performing CPR on a critically injured victim.
business
Border Collie Society of America condemns neglect in Palm City hoarding case, donates $1,000 to organization
The Border Collie Society of America condemned the neglect of 36 dogs found in Palm City, and donated $1,000 to the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast as part of the rescue effort....
schools
Palm Beach County teachers earn degrees while teaching full time through district program
18 Palm Beach County teachers earned bachelor's degrees while teaching full time through a district-backed program.
safety
Vehicle fire causes 3-mile backup on Florida’s Turnpike south near Boynton Beach
A vehicle fire on Florida’s Turnpike is causing major delays Wednesday morning in Palm Beach County, with traffic backed up more than three miles.
schools
B2S: Martin Co. schools launch ‘flexible education’ with online, hybrid and campus options
CBS12 News is continuing our coverage for back-to-school week!The Martin County School District is rolling out a brand-new way for families to customize how the...
schools
B2S: Martin Co. School District earns second straight A rating as scores hit record highs
CBS12 News is continuing our coverage for back-to-school week.The Martin County School District is starting the new year on an academic high. The district earne...
schools
'MY HERO': Jupiter High student saves dad's life using CPR skills he learned weeks before
A Jupiter High student saved his father's life using CPR skills learned in P.E. class just two weeks before his dad had a heart attack.
safety
Heat takes center stage as South Florida faces another stretch of dangerous temperatures
Dangerous heat will be South Florida's primary weather concern today and through much of the upcoming week, with only periodic thunderstorms offering brief reli...
News
Perseid meteor shower peaks Wednesday Night: How to watch from South Florida
South Florida skywatchers could be in for a treat Wednesday night as one of the best meteor showers of the year reaches its peak. Perseid Meteor Shower.(WPEC)Th...
business
Palm Beach County restaurants launch donation drive for Colombia earthquake victims
Several Colombian-owned restaurants across Palm Beach County are turning into donation centers as the local community comes together to help families affected....
government
Wellington votes on age restriction and valid government ID for e-bikes and e-scooters
Wellington has voted on new rules for e-bike and e-scooter riders, including age limits and ID requirements.
business
Martin County animal hoarding cases highlight gaps in Florida's animal cruelty laws
Two Martin County animal hoarding cases three weeks apart are fueling calls for tougher Florida laws on animal cruelty and hoarding.
schools
Palm Beach County father demands answers after students sit on bus floor
Palm Beach County father Jon Borowka is demanding answers after his 13-year-old daughter and other students sat on bus floor during overcrowded ride home from school....
business
Dog owner faces 72 charges in what Humane Society calls the worst animal hoarding case it has ever seen
Staff at the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC) in Palm City are in the midst of an arduous process: medically grooming, bathing and examining 36 Border Collies brought to them Monday....
Local
'Like a lose-lose': Florida homeowners weigh roof costs, materials and insurance as insurers watch age closely
West Palm Beach homeowners discover metal roofs don't always lower insurance premiums. Learn how roof age affects Florida homeowners insurance rates.
business
Senate Bill 686 allows agricultural enclave development; Martin County reviews first proposal
Martin County is reviewing its first agricultural enclave proposal under a new state law that could transform farmland across the region.
government
In 3-2 vote, Wellington Council approves age limits on E-bikes, scooters, golf carts
Wellington leaders will vote on new e-bike and scooter rules that include a minimum age of 15, a 15 mph speed limit and ID requirements.
business
Florida homeowners with 15-year-old roofs could see insurance options shrink
A West Palm Beach homeowner is replacing a roof he believes could last another five to 10 years after his insurance company told him it was too old.
arts
Volunteer ushers continue to make Kravis Center performances memorable after 34 years of service
West Palm Beach's Kravis Center has relied on volunteer ushers for 34 years to welcome audiences and ensure smooth performances. Learn how to join this dedicated team....
safety
New details reveal years of warnings before Martin County dog hoarding arrest
New details are being released following the arrest of a 62-year-old woman who had 36 dogs living in severely unsanitary conditions inside her home, the Martin County Sheriff's Office said....
Local
WPTV brings 'Let's Hear It' education focus to West Palm Beach and Port St. Lucie Aug. 19-20
WPTV is connecting with you in your community and actively listening to your stories. Our next two Let's Hear It meetups in August are focused on education....
News
Triple sky show this week: Planet parade, Perseid meteors, Europe's first total solar eclipse since 1999
On Aug. 12-13, early birds can catch a parade of planets including Saturn, Mars, Jupiter and Mercury. It does help to have binoculars to see Mercury and Jupiter....
safety
SR 710 crash survivor reunites with Martin County Fire Rescue crew who saved his life
Taylor Cantin survived a deadly SR 710 crash on July 5 and reunited with the Martin County Fire Rescue crew who saved his life.
safety
'They Saved My Life’: Crash survivor reunites with Martin County firefighters
A crash survivor who was pulled from the wreckage by Martin County firefighters returned months later to thank the crew who helped save his life.
safety
Fire contained after tire recycling lot sets ablaze at Palms West Industrial Park
Firefighters worked through the night to contain a large fire at a tire recycling facility in the Palms West Industrial Park off Belvedere Road, according to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue....
schools
Tornado-damaged Martin Co. middle school rebuild taking shape as students return to class
As Murray Middle School students head back to class this week in Stuart, they're returning to a campus that looks much different than when they left.Nearly two...
schools
B2S: New certifications offered as Martin Co. School District highlights CTE programs
CBS12 News is continuing our coverage for back-to-school week.Students within the Martin County School District are building more than classroom projects — they...
sports
Another head advisory in effect today
A heat advisory is in effect for all of South Florida from Noon until 7 PM.
schools
Traffic safety concerns persist near H.L. Johnson Elementary in Royal Palm Beach as school year begins
Residents near H.L. Johnson Elementary want Royal Palm Beach to act on traffic safety concerns near Bella Serra.
safety
Man accused of stealing jet ski trailer from Delray Beach business
A man is accused of trying to steal a Jet Ski trailer and take it to a Tri-Rail station, according to the Delray Beach Police Department.
safety
36 Border Collies rescued from Florida home; owner arrested
One person is in custody as Martin County sheriff’s deputies investigate what authorities describe as a serious animal hoarding case involving Border Collies....
schools
Palm Beach County schools earn high marks on first day back
Palm Beach County schools kicked off the new school year Monday with approximately 160,000 students returning to classrooms across 182 schools, earning an "A+" grade from district leadership....
schools
New bus tracking apps debut as Treasure Coast schools report strong first day despite morning scare
New bus tracking apps launched across the Treasure Coast as officials report a strong first day despite a student being hit by a car.
News
FBI Most Wanted fraud suspect pleads not guilty in $32M COVID relief case
A South Florida woman who was captured in Jamaica after landing on the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters list pleaded not guilty Monday to federal charges.
safety
Police: Riviera Beach man held woman against her will, attacked her and choked her dog
Riviera Beach police say Timothy Alvin Jr. beat, strangled and confined a woman, threatened her dog and tried to stop her from calling 911, police records show....
schools
Jupiter law firm surprises teacher with school supplies and full-year classroom funding
A Jupiter law firm surprised a Jupiter Farms Elementary teacher with supplies and funding to cover her classroom for the full school year.
business
Naked Farmer bringing fresh, local flavor to Tanger Outlets this winter
A new restaurant is bringing a taste of Florida’s farms to the dinner table — and it’s setting up shop for the first time in Palm Beach County.Naked Farmer is c...
business
Homeowner in custody after 36 Border Collies found in Palm City hoarding case
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is responding to a suspected animal hoarding case in Palm City, where teams were working to remove multiple border collies fr...
business
36 dogs rescued after WPTV investigation into suspected animal hoarding at Martin County home
A sheriff's office spokesperson told WPTV that officials are at the 1245 block of SW Alligator Street to conduct the warrant
safety
Florida CFO awards $1 million to fire departments for cancer prevention equipment
Florida's chief financial officer was in Palm Beach County on Monday, where he allocated money to local fire departments to help protect the health and safety of firefighters....
schools
GALLERY: Your first day of school photos. Send yours to Chime In
It's the first day of school in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties.Send us your back-to-school photos in the Chime In section...
schools
Back to school: Martin County schools cut three bus routes, saving $255,000 a year
Today is the day parents and students have been waiting all summer for -- it's back to school day!And this year, Martin County students will have fewer bus rout...
government
Dishing it out: Vote for your favorite cheesesteak in South Florida, Treasure Coast
From classic Philly-style sandwiches to loaded creations, cheesesteak lovers are weighing in as the search for the region’s best cheesesteak heats up.
schools
Martin County Schools achieves back-to-back A-ratings with focus on individual student instruction
Martin County Public Schools celebrates back-to-back A ratings with personalized instruction, Murray Middle rebuild and expanded career programs for 2026-27 school year...
Local
West Riviera Beach elementary reopens after 2-year renovation with focus on early learners
West Riviera Beach Elementary reopens after two years of renovations with a new focus on pre-K through second grade.
schools
Back to school: Martin Co. Superintendent highlights priorities, goals for new school year
Today's the day thousands of students head back to the classroom as the new school year gets underway.As the first bell rings, the Martin County School District...
Local
Treasure Coast man lifts railroad crossing arm, saves woman trapped on tracks in Hobe Sound
Debbie Spoelstra says she turned into the lane, and suddenly a crossing arm came down on top of her car, trapping her on the tracks. That's when Josiah Baur, spotted her car....
safety
Woman shot in targeted attack near Glades Road in Boca Raton
Boca Raton police are investigating an apparent targeted shooting that left a woman injured Sunday afternoon.The shooting happened around 2:30 p.m. in a parking...
safety
'UNCOMFORTABLE': Targeted shooting in Boca Raton leaves woman injured
Boca Raton police are investigating a Sunday afternoon shooting near the 1400 block of Northeast Second Court.
schools
Back-to-school safety: Know Florida's school bus stopping laws
As school returns across South Florida, drivers are reminded when Florida law requires them to stop for school buses and when they may proceed.
safety
19-year-old identified as victim in deadly Boynton Beach shooting
Boynton Beach police identified 19-year-old Nigel Beckford as the victim of a deadly Saturday evening shooting. The investigation remains active, and detectives...
safety
19-year-old Boynton Beach man dies following Saturday shooting
A 19-year-old Boynton Beach man died after a shooting Saturday evening near Northwest 8th Avenue, police say.