A Riviera Beach police officer was seriously injured after a patrol SUV responding to an emergency call crashed along Australian Avenue near West 13th Street.
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Leatherback Sea Turtle Nest Marks Start of 2026 Nesting Season in Delray Beach
Delray Beach officials announced the city’s first sea turtle nest of the 2026 season, a leatherback, marking the start of the annual nesting period along South Florida’s Atlantic coastline.
Boca Raton Police Issue Warning Over “Senior Assassin” Game Involving Toy Guns
Boca Raton police are warning high school seniors and parents that “Senior Assassin” games involving real-looking toy guns can be mistaken for real weapons and cause panic and a police response.
Driver Flees After Early Morning Crash at Forest Hill and Military Trail Leaves One Critically Hurt
A driver fled on foot after a two-vehicle crash at Forest Hill Boulevard and Military Trail in West Palm Beach left one man critically injured, according to PBSO.
Broward Manatee Deaths Climb in Early 2026
Five manatees have already died in Broward County this year as volatile winter temperatures increase cold stress risks in local waterways.
Broward Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Roommate Dispute In Pompano Beach; Suspect Arrested
BSO homicide detectives say a Pompano Beach man was killed in an attack inside his home and his roommate was arrested on a first-degree murder charge.