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Martin County firefighters rescue man trapped 40 feet in the air in Stuart
A tree-trimming job turned into a rescue Saturday afternoon in Stuart after a man became trapped about 40 feet in the air on a broken lift.Martin County Fire Re...
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Early voting starts in Palm Beach, Treasure Coast counties. Here’s when and where to vote
Early voting for Florida’s Aug. 18 primary starts Aug. 8. See dates, hours and voting information for Palm Beach and Treasure Coast counties.
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South Florida man accused of cutting diver's air supply during lobster mini season
A South Florida man is accused of cutting a diver’s air supply during lobster mini season, while his family disputes the attempted murder charge.
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Lake Park man arrested for role in May Airbnb shooting
A man is accused of being involved in an alleged targeted shooting near an Airbnb party in Lake Park, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office....
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Dick's House of Sport, outdoor athletic field move closer to replacing old Sears at Gardens Mall
Dick's House of Sport moves closer to replacing the old Sears at Palm Beach Gardens Mall after a unanimous vote.
business
Singer Island residents, businesses frustrated over Riviera Beach paid parking program
Residents and business owners on Singer Island are speaking out against Riviera Beach's parking fee program, and they're frustrated that the city canceled a discussion about their concerns Wednesday....
safety
2-vehicle crash sends car into Stuart gun store, woman hospitalized
A woman was hospitalized with traumatic injuries after a two-vehicle crash ended with her car crashing into a gun shop on Thursday.
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Delray Beach body shop owner accused of insurance fraud stemming from 2024 claims
A body shop owner is accused of submitting false insurance claims to Geico as proof that he purchased a new part for a vehicle in his shop.
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Thor finds forever home in Wisconsin after nearly 300 days at Palm Beach County shelter
The 7-year-old dog who spent almost 9 months at Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control has been adopted by a couple in Wisconsin.
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Martin County community rallies to restore mangrove island on St. Lucie River
Residents at Piper's Landing Yacht Club told WPTV they spent six years researching, permitting, and cultivating thousands of mangroves to bring a deteriorating island back to life....
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CBS12 viewers surpass Stuff the Bus goal, raise over 500K, fill 4 buses for local students
Palm Beach County residents, businesses and community groups doubled the goal at this year's CBS12 Stuff the Bus, filling four buses with school supplies....
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Florida Treasure Hunt auction in West Palm Beach features coins, jewelry and golden chickens
The Florida Department of Financial Services is auctioning 512 lots from forgotten safe deposit boxes on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. at the Embassy Suites at 1601 Belvedere Rd....
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Woman accused of kicking deputy after Lake Worth Beach bar disturbance
A woman is accused of kicking a deputy in the groin after a violent disturbance outside a popular Lake Worth Beach bar, deputies say.
schools
Glades Teacher Appreciation Breakfast honors educators before first day of school
The Glades community came together to honor local teachers at the annual Teacher Appreciation Breakfast, recognizing the dedication that drives student success in Palm Beach County...
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United Airlines adds nonstop flights to San Francisco from Donald J. Trump International Airport
United Airlines launches seasonal nonstop Saturday flights from West Palm Beach to San Francisco starting in November.
safety
Crash on I-95 South in West Palm Beach blocks lane, causes 2-mile backup
A crash on I-95 South in Palm Beach County Friday morning blocked the right lane and caused a two-mile traffic backup during the morning commute.
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South Florida Wendy's worker's lunch break sparks viral friendship
One Florida Wendy's employee's simple lunch-break request has turned into an unlikely friendship that's capturing hearts across the internet.
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Boynton Beach halts plans for police training center following resident opposition
Hundreds of residents in the Golfview neighborhood successfully pushed city officials to pause the development of a nearly 8-acre public safety complex, which included a proposed 12-lane shooting range....
schools
Maltz Jupiter Theatre welcomes students back for new school year
The Goldner Conservatory at Maltz Jupiter Theatre is welcoming aspiring performers back for the new school year.
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High rain chances today lowering on the weekend
Water vapor imagery and low level wind fields show an "inverted trough" moving into South Florida today.
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Motorcyclist, e-bike rider hospitalized in separate Palm Beach County crashes
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue had a busy hour Thursday evening, responding to back-to-back crashes involving a motorcycle and an e-bike.
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Palm Beach County teachers say thousands of dollars in pay are on the line in November vote
Palm Beach County's 1 mill property tax referendum is on the November ballot, and teachers say losing it could cost them thousands of dollars a year.
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North Palm Beach man sentenced to 32 years for sexual battery with 11-year-old child
A North Palm Beach man has been sentenced to 32 years in prison after pleading guilty to lewd or lascivious molestation and sexual battery with a child, accordi...
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Palm Beach County zoning leaders back data center moratorium, weigh tougher regulations
Palm Beach County leaders are hitting pause on new large-scale data center proposals.
schools
Palm Beach County Food Bank launches sixth annual back-to-school food drive
The Palm Beach County Food Bank is making sure that no kid goes hungry as children prepare to start another school year.
safety
Costco closes after electrical fire, Stuart police say
A Costco in Stuart was forced to close Thursday afternoon after an electrical fire, the Stuart Police Department says.
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Costco reopens following electrical fire at Martin County location
An electrical fire forced the closure of the Costco on Kanner Highway on Thursday.
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Man charged with performing vehicle stunts, burnouts at Delray Beach 'takeover' event
A West Palm Beach man is accused of illegally performing vehicle stunts at a private Delray Beach warehouse in late April and early May.
safety
Second Palm Beach County welfare check in weeks ends in deputy gunfire
A welfare check ended in deadly gunfire for the second time in weeks in Palm Beach County. Experts explain why these calls can be so unpredictable.
schools
Vanilla Ice helps CBS12 'Stuff the Bus' for Palm Beach County students and teachers
Vanilla Ice joined CBS12's Stuff the Bus event in West Palm Beach to help collect school supplies for local students and teachers.
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Neighbors in Martin County say dogs are suffering next door. The sheriff says his hands are tied
Martin County Animal Control and sheriff's deputies have visited a home 11 times since 2020 over concerns about dogs, but the owner's fence has left authorities saying their hands are tied....
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West Palm Beach man accused of armed burglary, kidnapping in custody dispute
A West Palm Beach man was arrested Wednesday after authorities said he forced his way into a home, assaulted a woman and carried a child from the residence....
business
Carlin Park oceanfront restaurant space sits empty 4 years after Lazy Loggerhead Cafe closed
Beachgoers at Jupiter's Carlin Park have been waiting years for a new restaurant to fill the space left behind by the Lazy Loggerhead Cafe, which closed in 2022....
coastal
Body found floating off Boca coast identified as 63-year-old convicted murderer
Convicted mother killer Patricia Brennan was found dead in the Atlantic Ocean off Boca Raton, sparking a new investigation into her mysterious death.
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Woman found dead 2 miles off Boca Raton coast went to prison for killing her mother back in 2014
Police identified Patricia Brennan, 63, as the woman found dead 2 miles off the Boca Raton coast Tuesday morning
business
Humane Society seeks urgent help after Martin County's largest animal hoarding case
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast needs donations, fosters and adopters after 108 animals were rescued from a Martin County hoarding case.
safety
South Florida drought largely unchanged despite another week of rain
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows little change across South Florida this week, despite another round of widespread summertime thunderstorms.Most of the reg...
safety
Boat on dock lift catches fire in Stuart; firefighters quickly contain flames
Firefighters quickly extinguished a boat fire Wednesday afternoon at a home in Stuart, preventing the flames from spreading, officials said.
schools
Today is Stuff the Bus Day: Bring school supplies to West Palm Beach
Stuff the Bus is happening today in West Palm Beach. Bring school supplies until 6:30 p.m., donate online or purchase items from the wish list.
safety
Storm chances increase Friday before typical summer pattern returns
South Florida will see another round of scattered to numerous afternoon thunderstorms today, with the greatest coverage focused over the interior.
safety
Deputies fatally shoot 18-year-old during violent confrontation with father, PBSO says
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office are investigating a deputy-invovled shooting that occurred on Wednesday night.
schools
Royal Palm Beach parents warn school U-turn plan is putting children in danger near elementary school
Royal Palm Beach parents say a school-directed U-turn near H.L. Johnson Elementary is causing dangerous conditions for student pedestrians and cyclists....
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Community support grows for son of PBSO employee after Port St. Lucie murder-suicide
Friends, family members and strangers across South Florida are coming together to support a Palm Beach County firefighter-paramedic who lost both of his parents...
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Collectors lose $1,200 in two Martin County counterfeit Pokémon card deals
The booming market for Pokémon cards is creating new opportunities for collectors, but Martin County deputies say it is also drawing scammers who are selling co...
coastal
City defends Amrit as homeowners' lawsuit moves forward
Weeks after the CBS12 I-Team uncovered construction concerns and legal disputes surrounding the Amrit Ocean Resort, Riviera Beach officials are defending the sa...
safety
Airborne SUV crash among 4 DUI arrests in Martin County in 3 days
Four DUI suspects were arrested in Martin County this week, including one driver whose car went airborne before crashing onto a railroad crossing.
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Martin County deputies locate missing autistic teen last seen in Palm City
The Martin County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a 14-year-old boy who authorities say is autistic.
government
Palm Beach County schools face enrollment crisis as budget pressures mount ahead of referendum
Palm Beach County schools face declining enrollment affecting budget, teacher pay and staffing as voters prepare for November 1 Mill tax referendum for schools....
schools
WPTV meteorologists visit Wellington Preparatory School to teach students about weather
WPTV meteorologists Skylar Spinnler and Sami Squires visited Wellington Preparatory School to teach students about weather science.
business
Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood divided over plan to remove hundreds of mature live oak trees
A Palm Beach Gardens HOA wants to remove up to 600 live oaks. Residents say they heard about it through the rumor mill.
safety
Alleged drunk driver crashes into guardrail on I-95, abandons vehicle in center lane
An alleged drunk driver crashed his car on I-95 and left his wrecked vehicle in the center lane on Wednesday, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office....
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Flood Advisory for Martin County
There is a Flood Advisory in effect until 7:30 PM for western Martin County.Radar estimates indicate anywhere from 1 to 3 inches of rain have already fallen.An...
schools
Boys and Girls Club of Palm Beach County distributes backpacks to students ahead of new school year
The months-long school supply drive raised nearly $54,000 and collected more than 1,500 donated items.
government
Early voting begins Aug. 8 for Palm Beach, Okeechobee counties and the Treasure Coast
Florida's primary election is Tuesday, Aug. 18 and early voting begins Saturday across Palm Beach and Okeechobee counties and the Treasure Coast. Here's what voters need to know....
safety
Gotta catch ’em all? Martin County sheriff warns of $1,200 in counterfeit Pokémon cards
Two Martin County residents lost more than $1,200 buying counterfeit Pokémon cards, prompting a warning from the sheriff’s office.
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Oklahoma inmate sentenced to life for sexually exploiting 12-year-old south Florida child
An Oklahoma inmate was sentenced to life for using a contraband cellphone to sexually exploit and coerce a 12-year-old child living in South Florida.
safety
Man arrested in fatal July PBG crash, accused of driving recklessly near 100 mph
A man has been taking into custody for a vehicular homicide that occurred last month, according to the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department.
safety
Driver going 100 mph on Palm Beach Gardens roadway faces vehicular homicide charge
Akash Das, 29, is accused of driving over 100 mph in a 45 mph zone leading to a deadly four-vehicle crash on July 9
business
10 Palm Beach County restaurants earn MICHELIN honors as Emelina makes history with star
Palm Beach County restaurants earned MICHELIN recognition in 2026, including Emelina in West Palm Beach, which received the area’s only MICHELIN Star.
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PBSO deputy reprimanded after ticketing one-armed driver for alleged texting while driving
A Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office deputy has been disciplined for an incident that made headlines around the country several months ago.According to a summar...