Woman without right hand cited for holding phone while driving, video goes viral
LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A Lake Worth Beach traffic stop is gaining attention online after a woman was cited for using a wireless communications device while driving, but video of the encounter is now sparking debate over how Florida’s distracted driving law is enforced. The citation,...
WWII veteran honored by City of Pompano Beach for 105th birthday
POMPANO BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - When you live to 105, you get special treatment. A Pompano Beach veteran was treated to a one-of-a-kind honor for his birthday. Donald Dennis, who also goes by Buster, served in the United States Navy as a gunner’s mate on the USS Yorktown and USS Firedrake during World War II. He never...
Man who tried to help traffic crashed truck instead, Palm Beach police say
A man who claimed he tried to move a truck without permission so cars could pass now faces a charge of vehicle theft after Palm Beach Police said he crashed the truck into a car and injured a person. The 34-year-old Fort Lauderdale man was arrested on Valentine's Day on a charge of grand theft of a motor vehicle and...
Turkmenistan-linked jet draws attention after dayslong stay at Fort Lauderdale airport
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A green-and-white Boeing jet has been parked near a runway at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport since Sunday, drawing attention from aviation watchers. Photos taken by an aviation observer appear to show possible damage near the tail end of the aircraft. It remains unclear what...
Innocent driver killed after BSO chase leads to crash in Tamarac: Sheriff
A civilian driver was killed in a crash with a Broward Sheriff's Office cruiser in Tamarac that began with a pursuit, according to BSO. The crash happened just before midnight Monday near Northwest 31st Avenue and West Prospect Road, just west of Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. According to the sheriff's...
New evidence released about Tamarac triple murder suspect 1 year after the tragedy
Monday marked one year since police say Nathan Gingles murdered his estranged wife, her father and a neighbor before attempting to kidnap his young daughter, and Broward officials are releasing new evidence giving us a window into Gingles's mind.
Boca Raton Target Employee, 31, Jailed in $41K Cash Theft Scheme
An employee at the Target store in unincorporated Boca Raton was taken into police custody Tuesday following a lengthy investigation that found he allegedly stole more than $41,000 from the big box retailer – a case that drew an elaborate probe from Target’s national loss protection division as well as the Palm Beach...
These German Restaurants That Have Become Florida Favorites
Florida is known for sunshine, citrus, and coastal bites, but there is another flavor trail running quietly through the state, and it leads straight to Germany. Step inside certain spots across Florida and the scene shifts almost instantly. Plates arrive hearty, pretzels land warm, and suddenly the air feels less...
Florida man slashes throat of 13-year-old in town for Daytona 500: police
A Daytona Beach man was accused of attacking a teenage Delray Beach boy who was visiting for the Daytona 500, according to reports.
Coconut Creek Crime Blotter: Senior Loses $111K in Elderly Exploitation Case
Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from February 10 to 16, 2026. Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period. Stolen Motorcycle: A motorcycle was reported stolen from Coco Parc, 711 Lyons Road, between Feb. 9 and Feb. 10. Auto Theft:...
