BSO detectives investigate death of baby girl in Deerfield Beach
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. – The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a baby girl, which occurred Tuesday morning. According to BSO, someone called 911 to report that the infant was not breathing. Deputies and a Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue crew then responded to a home near...
Reptile friends or Owl hunters? Iguanas’ role in local Florida environments
The green-scaled iguanas have made their rounds around Florida Atlantic University’s Boca Raton campus while making it their home; however, they have become a serious threat to Florida natives and species special to FAU, like the gopher tortoise and burrowing owls. Iguanas were introduced to Florida’s ecology in the...
Woman with large knives fatally shot by deputies outside Deerfield Beach Walgreens, BSO says
A woman armed with large knives was shot and killed by deputies outside a Walgreens in Deerfield Beach on Monday evening, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office. The shooting occurred shortly after 7 p.m. near the intersection of South Federal Highway and Southeast 10th Street. Deputies responded to reports of a...
Lake Worth man caught on video dragging three Chihuahuas behind pickup truck
LAKE WORTH, Fla. (CBS12) — A Lake Worth man is facing charges after three Chihuahuas were brutally dragged behind his pickup truck, leaving them visibly injured and in distress. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) said that on Monday at 10:55 p.m., officers responded to a report that...
Palm Beach County School District silent on how bullets got into high school
Students at Wellington High School returned to campus on Monday for the first time since a concerning incident that led to the arrest of two students. The situation unfolded Thursday when bullets were discovered on school grounds, prompting heightened anxiety and questions among parents and guardians about safety...
Palm Beach Gardens Woman Recounts Terrifying Encounter with Raccoon in Her Backyard
In Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, a woman's tranquil backyard turned into the scene of a wild animal encounter when a raccoon attacked her unexpectedly. Gayle Heinz was about to enjoy a day at the beach when the assault occurred. Upon stepping out into her courtyard, she was bitten on the leg by the aggressive animal....
This plastic reef tells powerful story of harmful trash
You can't miss the Plastic Reef art installation at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, located in the One Ocean Hall area of the facility.
Restaurant news: There’s a brand-new bar inside Frank Pepe location; DUNE by Laurent Tourondel...
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4 elderly victims killed in crash near Boca Raton identified
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR), crews responded to the 5000 block of South Military Trail, 4 dead, 2 injured
This Florida city remains the most termite-infested in the nation, study shows
Pest-control company Orkin has released its 2025 list of the most termite-infested cities in the country. According to company officials, the list was based on treatment data from cities where Orkin has performed the greatest number of home termite treatments last year. Meanwhile, Tampa kept its No. 3 spot, though...
