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School board raises safety concerns about proposed AI data center near elementary school
Palm Beach County School Board raises safety concerns about an AI data center planned 1,200 feet from Saddle View Elementary School.
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Portugal's national soccer team set to begin World Cup training in Palm Beach Gardens
Palm Beach Gardens is preparing to welcome its second World Cup soccer powerhouse, with Portugal's national team set to arrive as the tournament kicks off tomorrow....
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West Palm Beach's first Trader Joe's location on South Dixie Highway to open June 12
The 9,404-square-foot Trader Joe's, located at 8111 South Dixie Highway, will open at 9 a.m. Friday with a grand opening celebration.
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Riviera Beach man accused of dragging FHP trooper during traffic stop, leading to pursuit
A Riviera Beach man faces multiple charges after a Florida Highway Patrol trooper was dragged following a traffic stop at an Interstate 95 exit ramp in Boynton Beach on Sunday, according to law enforcement....
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Duo arrested in Jupiter shoplifting spree involving stolen steaks
Police arrested a duo in Jupiter for shoplifting steaks from multiple grocery stores, with a juvenile present during the incidents.
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Alan Jackson's '5 O'Clock Somewhere Fest' brings road closures, parking changes to downtown West Palm Beach
If you are attending Alan Jackson's "5 O'Clock Somewhere Fest" in downtown West Palm Beach on June 12-13, music fans should plan ahead.
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Gospel singer BeBe Winans to perform at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach on June 13
Six-time Grammy Award winner BeBe Winans will be in West Palm Beach this weekend. Recently, we spoke with Winans about his upcoming tour stop at the Kravis Center. Winans said he hopes his singing will be inspirational....
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Man sentenced to prison after fleeing police and crashing vehicle in Delray Beach
Xayvion C. Singleton, 26, pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to a January 2025 incident in Delray Beach and received a sentence of over 3 ½ years in state prison....
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Boynton Beach police arrest suspect after trooper dragged during traffic stop
A suspect with an active burglary warrant was arrested in Boynton Beach after fleeing a traffic stop, dragging a trooper, and leading police on a search involving drones, K-9 units, and witness reports....
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Stuart approves contract with police lieutenants
Stuart city leaders approved a contract with police lieutenants, including a pay increase of over 7%, effective through September 2028.
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Palm Beach approves helipad at Mar-a-Lago with strict rules post-Trump presidency
The Palm Beach Town Council has approved an agreement allowing the Mar-a-Lago helipad to remain after Donald Trump’s presidency, restricting its use to emergencies involving Donald or Melania Trump....
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Tour of proposed 'Project Tango' site reveals revisions ahead of July zoning hearing
A proposed data center near the Arden community in western Palm Beach County has prompted months of debate over its environmental impact and proximity to homes and a school, leading to revisions ahead of a July 15 zoning board meeting....
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Mrs. Universe Kellie Lightbourn visits the Arc of the Treasure Coast in first public appearance
Kellie Lightbourn, newly crowned Mrs. Universe, made her first public appearance in Stuart, Florida, at the Arc of the Treasure Coast, emphasizing her commitment to advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities....
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Technician killed after vehicle falls off lift at Stuart auto shop
A 24-year-old technician died when a vehicle fell off a lift at Atlantic Tire in Stuart, according to police.
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Boynton Beach police arrest suspect after trooper dragged, high-speed chase
A suspect in Boynton Beach was arrested after dragging a trooper with his car and leading police on a high-speed chase
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Singer Island paid parking program paused after councilman says he got ticket without parking
Riviera Beach officials say complaints have poured in since the city began charging for parking at Ocean Walk and the nearby marina.
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Exclusive: Palm Beach County mayor drops commission race, launches bid for congressional District 22
Palm Beach County Mayor Sara Baxter drops her commission reelection bid to run for the newly redrawn District 22 congressional seat.
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Boca Raton families raise concerns over homelessness in city parks
Wildflower Park families are raising alarms over homelessness, and Boca Raton's mayor says the city is stepping up enforcement and support services.
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Treasure Coast Square Mall redevelopment study sparks mixed reactions from shoppers, business owners
A 2023 Martin County study on Treasure Coast Square Mall redevelopment has sparked debate, but Simon says no large-scale changes are planned.
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Boca Raton studies impact of Florida property tax reform on city budget
City leaders in Boca Raton were briefed on Tuesday on the potential impact of property tax reform in Florida.
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England's World Cup team trains in Palm Beach Gardens after 1-0 win over New Zealand in Tampa
The team secured a 1-0 win over New Zealand in a pre-World Cup friendly in Tampa over the weekend, with a Harry Kane header providing the only goal. England has another tuneup scheduled in Orlando....
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Palm Beach Council approves new rules for President Trump's Mar-a-Lago helipad
Council members in Palm Beach met Tuesday to approve new rules for governing the use of a helipad at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club.
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Medicare fraud scheme tied to Palm Beach County targets same seniors again, court records show
A Russian national linked to a Delray Beach durable medical equipment company accused of Medicare fraud allegedly continued billing the federal health program through a new Texas-based business....
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Palm Beach County bracing for largest department budget cuts in history
Palm Beach County is preparing for what leaders describe as potentially the largest cuts to county departments, as proposed changes to property taxes threaten to eliminate part of the county's budget....
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24-year-old technician killed after vehicle falls off lift at Stuart tire shop, police say
Police responded to Atlantic Tire in Stuart, where a customer's vehicle had come off a lift and fatally injured a 24-year-old technician.
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Wellington Wolverines football targeting playoff return after years-long postseason drought
Wellington High School football is grinding through summer workouts, chasing its first playoff berth since 2022.
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Palm Beach’s Turtle Tuesday beach cleanup returns for its 20th year
Tuesday marks the start of the 20th season for one of Palm Beach’s most enduring and impactful traditions— the community-led beach cleanup known as Turtle Tuesday....