Broward School Board tries to diffuse controversy over referendum funds meant for teachers
The Broward County School Board is dealing with a controversy of its own making. An internal audit revealed that the most highly paid district employees have been receiving supplements from the referendum voters approved in 2022, when they voted to tax themselves to give struggling teachers a raise. “Referendum is...
Swimmers beware: Palm Beach County beaches hit dangerous bacteria levels
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has released a water quality advisory affecting several local beaches. According to officials, testing conducted on January 5 revealed that the water quality at these sites does not meet the safety criteria for Enterococcus...
4 Coming Soon Palm Beach County Restaurants
Palm Beach County continues to see a steady stream of new restaurant concepts, from full-service Italian dining to fast-casual chicken and a bagel shop built around New York fundamentals. Click "read the article" for a deeper dive on any of the businesses. Due Cuori — Lake Park. Overview: Due...
FDIC faker caught in sting after Davie woman falls prey to $203K bank scam,...
DAVIE, Fla. — A fraudster named Friday was arrested on Friday in Davie for his role in a six-figure bank scam targeting a woman who lives in the town, police said in court documents made public on Wednesday. Miles Friday, 23, of Hollywood, remained in the Broward jail on...
The Seafood Bar Turning First Bites Into Lifelong Obsessions Overnight at Delray Beach, FL
There is a moment at J&J Seafood Bar and Grill when the outside Atlantic Avenue bustle fades, and all that matters is the shimmer of oysters on ice and the clink of wine glasses at the bar. Locals know that first forkful of “just out of the ocean” seafood can...
Man stabbed pregnant wife to death with kids in house – then did unexpected...
Florida man Mario Alejandro Ramirez, 37, is accused of making several 911 calls as he fatally stabbed his pregnant wife at their Oakland Park home
I pay more in property taxes in Marion County than I did in Palm...
I agree with others who have stated taxes are too high in Marion County, especially for seniors. I live in an HOA on leased land. It is a very small plot and I am paying $2,300. I lived in Palm Beach County previously and paid less. We had much better infrastructure.
Video shows moments cops respond to murder-suicide involving doctor in Coconut Creek
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. — A domestic violence incident that stunned a Coconut Creek neighborhood ended with a doctor killing the mother of his child before taking his own life this past weekend, police said. Officers said they were called to the Paloma Lakes neighborhood early Saturday after reports of...
Meet the 13-pound Miniature Pinscher-Chihuahua mix dog, Sandy, seeking a quiet forever home
Sandy, a 10-year-old Miniature Pinscher-Chihuahua mix, is available for adoption through Saving Grace and Her Furry Friends. The 13-pound senior dog is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped with a $350 adoption fee.
Big 105.9 Extends The Paul Castronovo Show For Five Years
IHeartMedia Classic Rock “Big 105.9” WBGG-FM Fort Lauderdale/Miami has announced a new five-year contract extension with morning host Paul Castronovo. Castronovo has been a staple in the Miami market since 1990 when he and ‘Young Ron’ Brewer took over mornings at 103.5 WSHE. They would move to “Zeta 94.9” WZTA in...

















