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Overnight storms fade before dangerous heat returns across South Florida
Overnight showers and thunderstorms will continue through around sunrise before gradually winding down, setting the stage for another hot and stormy afternoon a...
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1 taken to trauma center after reported stabbing in West Palm Beach
One person was taken to a trauma center after a reported stabbing Tuesday night on Forest Hill Boulevard, according to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue.
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West Palm Beach e-scooter death sparks safety, bike lane concerns
Police in West Palm Beach continued searching for the driver accused of hitting and killing Connor Blais as questions grow about how electric scooter riders can...
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Fight over parking spaces at Village Park in Wellington heads to court
Wellington Sports Academy sues the village over parking at Village Park, claiming a breach of their original agreement.
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1 dead after motorcycle, SUV crash in Palm Beach County
One person is dead after a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Friday.
business
Divers push back on proposed development near Blue Heron Bridge in Riviera Beach
Divers and scientists warn a proposed development near Phil Foster Park could threaten the Blue Heron Bridge snorkel trail.
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1 rescued after second-story apartment fire in Palm Beach County
One person was saved by from a second-story apartment fire after the unit had become engulfed in flames, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue says.
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Meth surge hits Palm Beach County as rising cocaine prices push users to cheaper drugs
Federal agents in Palm Beach County are sounding the alarm over what they call an unprecedented surge in methamphetamine — one they say is being fueled by the rising cost of cocaine....
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Killer of teen bystander gets maximum 30-year prison sentence in West Palm Beach shooting
The man convicted in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old girl who was caught in the crossfire of a neighborhood dispute will spend the next 30 years behind bars...
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Immigration enforcement enters new phase in South Florida, attorneys say
South Florida immigration attorneys are noticing a shift in how federal and local law enforcement are carrying out immigration arrests, with fewer high-profile raids that spark public outrage and raise legal concerns....
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HCA Florida Palms West breaks ground on new West Palm Beach ER opening in 2027
HCA Florida Palms West Hospital broke ground Friday on a new emergency room in West Palm Beach, with the facility expected to open in 2027.
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Boca Raton business owner seeks help after salon destroyed by fire
Sofia Cardeña told WPTV she poured more than two decades of energy and money into Sofia Loren Salon.
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Lake Worth Beach bakery owner arrested by ICE after enforcement operation
The arrest of Jacobo Zapeta Castro, owner of El Quetzal Bakery in Lake Worth Beach, has prompted conflicting accounts from immigration authorities & his family....
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Boca Raton man accused of swapping fake chain for $2,500 gold chain at flea market
Deputies say a Boca Raton man swapped a fake copper chain for a $2,500 gold necklace at a West Palm Beach flea market, then pawned it the next day.
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Free meals are ending at certain schools in Palm Beach County. Here's what families need to know
Some Palm Beach County students will pay for school meals this school year after a federal program change. Families need to apply for free or reduced-price meals by July 23....
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Where's Walter? Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse offers 165 years of history with breathtaking views
Standing at the base of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, WPTV First Alert Weather meteorologist couldn't help but admire its striking red brick tower rising high above the inlet....
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'I knew him': Man arrested after police say he helped move dead body, alter scene in WPB
What police initially described as an apparent overdose death involving a homeless man has led to the arrest of a West Palm Beach man.
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Toddler's favorite meal still on table as family mourns Florida hot car death
A South Florida mother is mourning the loss of her 2-year-old daughter after the child was left inside a hot minivan for several hours in Hallandale Beach....
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Isolated storms return as dangerous heat continues across South Florida
After a brief break from widespread storms, South Florida is transitioning back to a more active weather pattern just in time for the weekend.A disturbance in t...
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Lake Worth business owner arrested in ICE operation; family, community push back on agency's claims
ICE says Jacob Zapeta Castro is a criminal alien who has been deported four times. His family and coworkers call him a hardworking, tax-paying man with a valid work permit....
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South Florida rescue team reflects on 58-hour mission that saved trapped man in Venezuela
From the rubble to rescue: South Florida team shares emotional story of survival after returning from Venezuela
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CBS12 Exclusive: Family remembers Connor Blais after deadly West Palm hit-and-run
Loved ones of Connor Blais, 28, are asking the driver involved in a deadly West Palm Beach hit-and-run to come forward. Blais was killed Monday after his shift....
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Palm Beach International Airport officially renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport
Palm Beach International Airport, known as PBI since the 1950s, is now officially President Donald J. Trump International Airport — the 9th commercial airport in the country named after a president....
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West Palm Beach man accused of robbing multiple people at gunpoint at Boynton Beach hotel
A man is accused of robbing with three people at gunpoint at the Courtyard by Marriott in Boynton Beach on Monday.
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New Aldi opens in Hobe Sound as Treasure Coast shoppers look for ways to cut grocery costs
A new Aldi opened in Hobe Sound as USDA projects grocery prices will rise 2.8% this year. It's located at 8867 Southeast Bridge Road, bringing more affordable choices to customers already facing tight budgets....
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Where Palm Beach County beach parking dollars go as paid parking expands to more beaches
Palm Beach County is weighing paid parking at all 14 beaches. Here's where the money from existing fees is going.
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Lake Worth Beach man accused of trying to sell rare hawksbill sea turtle shell
A Lake Worth Beach man is facing a felony charge after investigators said he tried to sell a rare sea turtle shell on Facebook Marketplace.According to a probab...
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DNA evidence links Delray Beach man to sexual battery during Hinge date, PBSO says
PBSO says Stephen Hakim is charged with sexual battery after a woman reported being assaulted following a Hinge meetup at his Delray Beach apartment.
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Palm Beach County firefighters return from dramatic Venezuela rescue mission
Five Palm Beach County Fire Rescue firefighters are back home after an eight-day deployment to Venezuela.
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Ex-housekeeper accused of stealing $15K Tiffany ring, using victim's credit card
A West Palm Beach woman has been arrested after Palm Beach Gardens police said she stole jewelry from her former employer, pawned some of the items.
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Former juvenile detention employee accused of inappropriate relationship with 17-year-old
A former employee at a West Palm Beach juvenile detention facility is facing felony charges after investigators say he exchanged sexually explicit notes....
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Big Easy Cafe in Jupiter helps adults with autism gain workplace experience
Big Easy Cafe by Ernie Els in Jupiter provides culinary training and workplace experience for adults with autism through food service and community deliveries....
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Boca Raton’s Town Center mall could replace former Sears with homes, hotel, shopping
Boca Raton’s Town Center mall could replace its former Sears site with 374 homes, a hotel, restaurants, shops and a walkable mixed-use campus.
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'Speak up': Reward increases to $9,500 in unsolved killing of Boynton Beach teen
Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County has increased the reward for information in the unsolved homicide of a Boynton Beach teenager who was found shot.
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Two teens arrested in Palm Beach County case where victim was shot, run over after theft
Two more arrests were made after a Palm Beach County man told investigators he was shot in the leg and run over by a fleeing SUV after trying to stop friends....
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Did you see it? Here's why this morning's SpaceX launch created giant cloud over S. Fla.
Why a SpaceX Falcon 9 launch created a glowing cloud over South Florida this morning—and the science behind the spectacular sunrise sky show.
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Operation Hurricane charges 46 in Palm Beach County crime crackdown
Federal officials will be joined by leaders from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and West Palm Beach Police Department on Thursday.
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New drought monitor shows marginal improvement inland
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday, shows modest improvements in drought conditions across parts of South Florida after widespread rainfall duri...
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166 years later, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is still standing watch over Jupiter
Long before there was a Town of Jupiter or even a Palm Beach County, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse was already standing watch over Florida's east coast.This week...
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PBI officially becomes President Donald J. Trump International Airport
Love it or hate it, Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is now officially a thing of the past.
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Saharan dust keeps storms in check as dangerous heat grips South Florida
Dangerous heat remains the biggest weather story across South Florida today as a plume of Saharan dust helps suppress the usual summertime thunderstorm activity...
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Memorial planned for bartender killed in West Palm Beach hit-and-run
A memorial celebrating the life of a beloved West Palm Beach bartender killed in a hit-and-run while riding an electric scooter is scheduled for Sunday....
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'I'm in shock': Family remembers beloved Fort Pierce art teacher killed in shooting
Family members are mourning the loss of a beloved Treasure Coast art teacher who was fatally shot Tuesday at a Fort Pierce home, remembering him as a talented a...
business
Vivify's water-powered generators could restore power to 1,000 homes in 15 minutes
A Palm Beach County company says its portable, water-powered generator can restore power to 1,000 homes and be up and running in 15 minutes after a disaster....
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Boca Raton salon owner launches fundraiser after fire destroys her business
A Boca Raton salon owner is asking the community for help after a fire from a neighboring plaza destroyed her business and insurance won't cover it.
arts
Free parking at Palm Beach County beaches may soon be a thing of the past
County leaders are considering a plan that would charge beachgoers for parking at every county-operated beach parking lots as officials work to close budget gaps and generate new revenue....
business
West Palm Beach residents push for transparency as downtown redevelopment debate intensifies
West Palm Beach residents pack meetings demanding transparency in downtown redevelopment plans amid rapid growth concerns.
government
Palm Beach County commissioners pause automated transit proposal connecting airport to downtown
Palm Beach County commissioners have put the brakes on a proposal that would create an elevated roadway filled with autonomous cars connecting the airport to downtown West Palm Beach....
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Fireworks blamed for 10 injuries, including amputation, in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County hospitals treated 10 fireworks injuries over July Fourth weekend, including serious eye, hand and finger injuries.
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Jupiter Beach dance group pauses activities amid sea turtle nesting concerns
The founder of a weekly beach dance gathering in Jupiter told WPTV on Wednesday that they are pausing activities until further notice amid pushback from sea turtle conservationists during peak nesting season....
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Former Riviera Beach officer involved in 90+ mph crash that killed 2 sentenced to 18.5 years
A former Riviera Beach police officer found guilty of vehicular manslaughter in a 2023 crash was sentenced to 18.5 years in prison.
business
West Palm Beach hits pause on rapid downtown development after public pushback
West Palm Beach pauses its Downtown Master Plan Update after residents raised concerns over growth, traffic, infrastructure and public input.
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Signage updates continue as airport prepares for Donald J. Trump International rebrand
The Palm Beach International Airport is set to officially be renamed the Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, and crews continue to update signage....
business
Data center coming? Lawsuit dismissed over Martin County land zoned for use
The legal battle over a massive 5,722-acre development in Martin County has come to an abrupt end, as court documents show that a lawsuit was dismissed....
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New playground opens at Adopt-A-Family in Lake Worth Beach for children in nonprofit programs
Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches unveiled a new playground in Lake Worth Beach funded through community donations to support children and families.
government
Palm Beach County voters can now view August primary sample ballots
Palm Beach County voters can now see what will be on their August primary ballots ahead of Election Day.
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Multiple incidents affecting traffic on Florida's Turnpike, I-95 in Palm Beach County
Several traffic incidents Wednesday morning are causing delays for drivers in Palm Beach County, according to Florida 511.
sports
Heat advisory today for South Florida and the Treasure Coast
Conditions across South Florida and the Treasure coast are humid and hot enough to meet the heat index, or feels-like temperature, criteria for a heat advisory....
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Scorching temperatures dominate as rain chances dip across South Florida
The biggest weather story across South Florida for the next several days won't be thunderstorms—it will be the heat.A drier air mass is moving into the region,...
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Former Riviera Beach officer sentenced to 18.5 years for deadly crash
A former Riviera Beach police officer was sentenced to a little over 18 years in prison after he was convicted of vehicular homicide in April.