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Waterspouts, lightning strikes and fires: Severe weather batters Treasure Coast and Palm Beach County
Severe storms hit the Treasure Coast and Palm Beach County Friday, bringing waterspouts, lightning strikes, and fires.
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Berger Wildfire grows to 1,500 acres in western Palm Beach County
A wildfire burning in remote western Palm Beach County has grown to about 1,500 acres and was 30% contained as of Friday evening, according to a report from the...
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Scattered afternoon storms return to South Florida, heat remains a concern
South Florida will see another typical summer weather day today, with scattered afternoon thunderstorms developing inland while heat and humidity continue to cr...
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Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department firefighters rescue dog that fell into raw sewage lift station
A dog fell 10 to 12 feet into a lift station holding about 2 feet of raw sewage Thursday, prompting a Special Operations confined space rescue.
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Flood Advisory in effect for St. Lucie County & Martin County until 8:15 p.m.
FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8:15 PM THIS EVENING Flood Advisory in effect for St. Lucie County.(WPEC)* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expect...
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South Florida residents adjust diets amid E. coli, cyclospora outbreaks
Outbreaks linked to lettuce, including at Taco Bell locations, have prompted shoppers and diners in Palm Beach County to rethink what they eat.
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Wellington teen says e-bike rider intentionally hit him during dangerous stunt near Lion Country Safari
A Wellington teen says a dirt bike rider intentionally struck him near Lion Country Safari. His family wants answers.
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Orlando man arrested after Juno Beach child sex abuse investigation
An Orlando man is behind bars after he was accused of abusing two juveniles in Juno Beach over the course of several years.
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West Palm Beach company offers guaranteed hurricane evacuation flights for $1,250 membership
Priority Evac sells memberships for guaranteed chartered flights out of Florida when a hurricane threatens. Here's how it works.
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Man arrested for soliciting videos from minor, Boynton Beach police say there could be more victims
Boynton Beach police arrested a Boca Raton man for soliciting photos from a 14-year-old. Police believe there may be more victims.
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West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System hosts resource fair at Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee
The free resource fair connects veterans with VA healthcare, benefits, service dog and adoption programs, among other resources.
government
Plea offer rejected in case involving stolen Palm Beach County election encrypted USB key
A judge declined to accept a plea offer for John Domnick Panicci, who is accused of stealing an encrypted USB key from the Palm Beach County election office....
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West Palm Beach rides next wave of growth with new luxury tower beside Brightline station
After years of planning, a highrise luxury apartment building beside the West Palm Beach Brightline Station is officially moving from blueprints to construction...
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U-Haul passenger allegedly tossed lit cigarette, leading police to find cocaine in shoe
A lit cigarette tossed from a U-Haul window during a Boynton Beach traffic stop led to a 63-year-old man's arrest on cocaine and drug paraphernalia charges....
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Boca Raton TLC Program turns summer into season of service for South Florida families
B’nai Torah Congregation’s TLC Program in Boca Raton invites South Florida families to volunteer through food, literacy, pantry and community projects....
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Palm Beach County commissioners reject Project Tango, but data center development still approved for site
Palm Beach County voted 5-1 to deny Project Tango, but a prior approval for 2M+ sq ft of data center and warehouse space remains.
business
Target theft suspect accused of stealing more than $2,700 through self-checkout scheme
A woman is accused of stealing more than $2,700 worth of merchandise from Target stores in Palm Beach County through a self-checkout "skip-scan" scheme....
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Police: Boca man targeted '14-year-old' for foot videos after posting flyers near school
A Boca Raton man was arrested after Boynton Beach police said he tried to meet an undercover officer he believed was a 14-year-old child.
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Heat and strong thunderstorms expected across South Florida this afternoon
South Florida will contend with another day of dangerous heat before scattered thunderstorms develop later this afternoon and evening, with the greatest coverag...
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Flood Advisory for Palm Beach Co. through 12;30 a.m.
A Flood advisory has been issued for areas in Palm Beach County until 12:30 a.m. At 1133 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor...
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Humane Society of the Treasure Coast needs community to foster, adopt pets during shelter renovation
The shelter is in phase 2 of construction and the noise is creating stressful conditions for animals still housed on site. The shelter needs fosters and adopters for 67 animals now....
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Palm Beach County denies Project Tango expansion, but construction on Loxahatchee site continues
Palm Beach County commissioners denied an application to expand Project Tango into a large-scale AI data center, but construction on the site is still moving forward under approvals granted in 2016....
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Connect with WPTV during our Let's Hear It meetup in Delray Beach on July 22
WPTV is connecting with you in your community! Come out and see us at our next Let's Hear It meet-up on Wednesday, July 22, in Delray Beach to share your story and tell us what's happening in your neighborhood....
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Relief sweeps through community after Palm Beach County denies Project Tango AI data center
Palm Beach County commissioners denied Project Tango without prejudice, bringing relief to opponents after months of community organizing and public hearings....
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All lanes reopen after head-on crash in Martin County
Multiple agencies responded to a head-on collision in Martin County on Thursday afternoon.
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Teen on e-scooter recovering from hit-and-run with e-dirtbike near Lion Country Safari
A Wellington teenager is recovering at home with a broken right foot and broken toes after he says he was the victim of a hit-and-run collision Tuesday, July 14...
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Some Lake Worth Beach home projects may no longer need building permits
Lake Worth Beach homeowners may qualify for new building permit exemptions under Florida law, but city approval is still required before work begins.
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Man with prior arrests shot after allegedly pointing air gun at PBSO deputies
A Delray Beach man was arrested Wednesday after deputies say he pointed what appeared to be a rifle at responding law enforcement.
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New video, report detail 100 mph chase and foot arrest off Martin County 'death trap' road
New video shows a 100 mph chase through Martin County that ended after stop sticks disabled a Kia and deputies tackled the driver on foot.
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Lanes reopen on I-95 North in Martin County after crash near Hobe Sound
A crash on I-95 North in Martin County is blocking all lanes on Thursday morning.
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South Florida drought monitor largely unchanged, worsens slightly inland
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday, shows little change in drought conditions across Florida this week, with one notable exception in parts of S...
government
Hop in, this ride is on the taxpayers: The cost of county commissioner transportation
Waste Watch: Palm Beach County commissioners face scrutiny over car allowances, county vehicles and sheriff-provided transportation funded by taxpayers....
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Dangerous heat continues across South Florida with only scattered afternoon storms
South Florida is heading into another active summer weather day, with isolated afternoon thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, frequent lightning,...
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Man hospitalized in deputy-involved shooting after raising shotgun at law enforcement
A man was shot in a deputy-involved shooting after authorities said he pointed a shotgun at Palm Beach County sheriff's deputies conducting a welfare check....
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Palm Beach County commissioners reject Project Tango AI data center after more than 12 hours of debate
Palm Beach County commissioners denied Project Tango, a proposed hyperscale AI data center near Arden, without prejudice after more than 12 hours of debate....
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Deputy shoots man who pointed air gun at deputies during welfare check near Delray Beach
Alexander Bucspun, 23, was arrested on charges of 3 counts of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and 1 count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon....
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$9,500 reward offered in unsolved 2020 killing of Palm Springs woman
Palm Beach County Crime Stoppers is offering a $9,500 reward for information leading to an arrest in the unsolved 2020 killing of a 26-year-old woman.
government
Palm Beach County reverses course on beach parking fees, keeps parking free for residents
Palm Beach County commissioners voted to keep beach parking free for residents after intense public backlash over a proposed $4-an-hour parking fee.
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West Palm Beach rolls out mobile surveillance trailers to boost public safety in key districts
West Palm Beach is expanding its public safety efforts with new mobile surveillance trailers that city leaders say will help deter crime and support police investigations in key neighborhoods....
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Palm Beach Improv sets Labor Day weekend opening at Mall at Wellington Green
It's not a drill, Palm Beach County.Palm Beach Improv will be opening Labor Day Weekend at the Mall at Wellington Green, according to the Palm Beach Improv ins...
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Driver hits 100+ mph, forces cars off road in Indiantown, Martin County deputies say
A Palm Beach County man was arrested after the Martin County Sheriff's Office said he drove more than 100 mph and tried to outrun deputies in Indiantown....
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Palm Beach Improv sets Labor Day weekend reopening at Mall at Wellington Green
The Palm Beach Improv has officially set a date for its reopening at the Mall at Wellington Green. Mark your calendars.
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Palm Beach County man leads Martin County deputies on high-speed chase through Indiantown
A Palm Beach County man was arrested after leading Martin County deputies on a 100+ mph chase through Indiantown.
government
Judge rules Martin Commission candidate O'Rourke can remain on August ballot
Lawsuit seeks to remove Susan O’Rourke from the Martin County Commission District 2 ballot before the August primary.
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Safe Kids Treasure Coast providing free pool alarms to Martin County residents
The Florida Department of Health and Safe Kids Treasure Coast are providing a limited supply of free pool alarms to qualifying residents in Martin County....
schools
Boca Raton ranks No. 2 among America’s most expensive college towns: Redfin report
Boca Raton ranked as the second-most expensive college town in the U.S., even as home prices fell 5.7% year over year, Redfin reports.
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Woman accused of threatening to blow up Wellington Town Hall after dispute over water bill
A Royal Palm Beach woman was arrested Tuesday after deputies say she threatened to blow up Wellington Town Hall over a water bill.
business
300 dead flies, plantains served 'with bare hands': 6 South Florida restaurants shut down
Six Palm Beach County restaurants were temporarily closed after inspectors found flies, roaches and food-handling violations. Broward had none.
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Police: Man on probation threatened to kill woman, autistic daughter and burn Boynton home
Boynton Beach police arrested Dustin Haxho after they said he left 90 voicemails, including threats to kill a woman and her daughter.
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Brain mapping reshaping addiction care in South Florida
Brain mapping technology is changing the way addiction is being treated in South Florida.
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STUART SHARK: 'Monster' Great White cruises Treasure Coast waters in viral video
A massive Great White Shark was spotted off the Treasure Coast this week!
government
Palm Beach County commissioners reject controversial Project Tango AI data center
The vote for the controversial AI data center in Loxahatchee dubbed "Project Tango" is happening Wednesday.
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Mall at Wellington Green finds success in prioritizing experiences over shopping
The Mall at Wellington Green is proving that the future of retail isn't about choosing between online and offline — it's about creating experiences that bring people together...
Local
World Snake Day: Why these reptiles could be your backyard's best friend
As World Snake Day approaches on July 16, the Palm Beach Zoo is encouraging people to look at snakes differently
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Palm Beach County Food Bank serves thousands of free summer meals to local children
The Palm Beach County Food Bank is preparing thousands of free meals for children through the Summer BreakSpot program in Lake Worth Beach.
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Dangerous heat and a few storms for South Florida this afternoon
South Florida is facing a combination of dangerous heat and the potential for a few strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.Heat remains the m...
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Firefighters battle large house fire in Delray Beach
Firefighters battled a large house fire on Tuesday afternoon, according to Delray Beach Fire Rescue.Delray Beach Fire Rescue said the fire happened on Lone Pine...
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Commissioners back free beach parking for Palm Beach County residents
Free parking is here to stay in Palm Beach County.On Tuesday, Palm Beach County Commissioner Maria G. Marino directed county staff to stop any further evaluatio...
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Palm Beach County commissioner moves to keep beach parking free for residents
Palm Beach County Commissioner Maria Marino directs staff to stop evaluating resident beach parking fees while exploring charges for non-residents.
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DENIED: Palm Beach County Commissioners vote against the 'Project Tango' AI data center
Palm Beach County commissioners vote Wednesday on "Project Tango," a hyperscale AI data center near Arden.