Jury Convicts Sleep Doctor of Insurance Fraud and Tax Evasion
Talk about nightmares: A federal jury in Boston has convicted sleep apnea specialist Pankaj Merchia, M.D., of healthcare fraud, money laundering, conspiracy to defraud the IRS, and tax evasion. He was indicted on money laundering and healthcare fraud charges in December 2022. “Over 10 years, the defendant hid...
Grieving mother calls for rail safety changes after son fatally struck by Brightline train...
A Palm Beach County mother is speaking out after her 17-year-old son was struck and killed by a Brightline train, joining a growing chorus of voices calling for stronger safety measures along Florida's rail corridors. Kimberly Mitchell said the loss of her son, John Henry Jr., has been devastating. WATCH...
Delray Residents Launch Petition to Save Beloved Coffee Shop
Subculture Coffee, the design-forward coffee shop and roastery at 302 NE Sixth Ave., is at the center of a dispute between owner Rodney Mayo and Delray Beach city officials. The friction has prompted Delray residents to launch a petition to save the beloved coffee shop from being “virtually shut down” over...
New invasive species impacting South Florida’s ecosystem
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Nile monitors are spreading across South Florida. They are olive-green or black, with yellow striping on their head and jaw and can grow to be seven feet long and weigh 20 pounds. They also have razor sharp claws, a long split tongue and a lengthy...
Warming trend through the week ahead of an approaching front
West Palm Beach, Fla (CBS12) — It's a mild start to the week. Temperatures are in the 60s and 70s this morning. Skies are mostly clear, with just a few isolated showers moving onshore. We will see plenty of sunshine through the afternoon, with a few inland downpours late...
Palm Beach County professionals on the move for the week of March 9
In our weekly list of business people on the move, we highlight Palm Beach County professionals who are making a difference. These are people from across the spectrum of public and private endeavors, those working in charities, court houses, private practices and beyond. They are moving up within their industry,...
Boca Raton Condo Project Receives $70M for Construction
Maxim Capital provided the funds for the development. Developer 280 E. Palmetto Park Road LLC has obtained a $70 million construction loan for Glass House Boca Raton, a 28-unit luxury condominium development being built in Boca Raton, Fla. Maxim Capital provided the financing, and Arrow Real Estate Advisors brokered...
Take our tour of the colorful Kips Bay show house in West Palm Beach
The ninth annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach shimmers with captivating colors and the breezy aesthetics of the 23 designers whose work is showcased at two homes this year — “The Intracoastal House” on the water at 3410 N. Flagler Drive and “Palm Cottage” just across the street. For the decoration of...
Billionaires from California are relocating to Miami, and here’s where they’re snapping up property
Proposed California wealth taxes are accelerating an exodus of high-net-worth individuals to Florida. Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin are among confirmed buyers acquiring Miami waterfront estates. South Florida’s ultra-luxury real estate market has surged in response. Luxury neighborhoods, including...
95-year-old Lake Worth woman honored with Girl Scouts Lifetime Service Award
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A Lake Worth woman who spent decades helping young girls build confidence and leadership skills through Girl Scouts is being recognized for a lifetime of service. Ninety-five-year-old Marilyn VanVleet received the Lifetime Service Award from the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, an...

















