Boca Raton is marking Earth Month with a citywide lineup of volunteer projects, family activities, environmental workshops and Gumbo Limbo Nature Center programs scheduled throughout April.
Boca Raton News
Boca Post provides daily coverage of Boca Raton news, reporting on breaking incidents, public safety activity, major crashes, city government decisions, and ongoing development across Boca Raton. This page serves as a central hub for the latest local news, with updates published throughout the day as events unfold across the city and surrounding areas.
Coverage includes reporting from agencies such as the Boca Raton Police Department and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, along with verified information from fire rescue, state agencies, and public records. Boca Post tracks everything from active police scenes and traffic disruptions on major corridors like I-95 and Glades Road to emergency responses, investigations, and official announcements impacting residents.
In addition to breaking news, coverage extends to Boca Raton city government, including city council decisions, zoning changes, and major development projects shaping growth across East Boca, Downtown, and West Boca. Business openings, real estate activity, and community developments are also reported as they impact the local economy and daily life.
This page is continuously updated with the latest Boca Raton local news, allowing readers to follow developing situations, track ongoing stories, and stay informed on what’s happening across the area in real time.
Latest Boca Raton News
Free Earth Day Celebration Returns to Daggerwing Nature Center with Animal Shows, Ladybug Release, Plant Sale, More
Daggerwing Nature Center will host a free, family-friendly Earth Day celebration on April 25 featuring live animals, a ladybug release, and hands-on environmental activities.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Stormy Front Today, Then Windy and Cooler
A cold front brings scattered showers and thunderstorms to Boca Raton today, with a few stronger storms possible. Behind it, a drier, breezy stretch arrives Tuesday and midweek, while hazardous beach and boating conditions build along the Atlantic coast.
Boca Rehab Center Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Pressure Wounds
A wrongful death and survival complaint filed in Palm Beach County alleges a Boca Raton nursing facility failed to prevent and treat pressure injuries suffered by resident David Stangoni before his death.
What Boca Post Covers in Boca Raton
Boca Post reports across multiple areas of local news in Boca Raton, providing consistent coverage of the issues and events that directly impact residents, businesses, and commuters.
Public Safety & Police Activity
Coverage includes breaking incidents, arrests, investigations, and law enforcement activity reported by the Boca Raton Police Department and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. View more of our Boca Raton Arrests coverage.
Polo Club Resident Arrested in Hit-and-Run Crash That Left Driver Injured on Military Trail
A resident of The Polo Club of Boca Raton is facing a felony charge after deputies say she left the scene of a crash with injuries just outside the community.
POLICE: Boca Raton Woman Admits Depositing $45K Fraudulent Check, Arrested
A Boca Raton woman faces multiple felony charges after Palm Beach Police say she deposited a counterfeit $45,000 check tied to the Flagler Museum.
POLICE: Man Threatened Officers With Handgun During Boca Raton Domestic Call
Police say a Boca Raton domestic disturbance escalated when a man allegedly threatened officers while racking a handgun inside an apartment.
Traffic & Major Crashes
Real-time updates on crashes, road closures, and traffic disruptions affecting major corridors like I-95, Glades Road, and Palmetto Park Road. View more of our Boca Raton Car Accidents coverage.
Spanish River Boulevard and A1a Lanes Closed in Boca Raton Due to Bridge Malfunction
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Friday evening saying westbound and eastbound lanes at Spanish River Boulevard and A1A are closed due to a bridge malfunction.
Polo Club Resident Arrested in Hit-and-Run Crash That Left Driver Injured on Military Trail
A resident of The Polo Club of Boca Raton is facing a felony charge after deputies say she left the scene of a crash with injuries just outside the community.
Westbound Lanes Closed at Clint Moore Road and Rogers Circle After Crash, Boca Raton Police Say
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Wednesday evening saying westbound lanes at Clint Moore Road and Rogers Circle were closed because of an accident.
City Government & Development
Ongoing reporting on city council decisions, zoning changes, and development projects shaping Boca Raton’s growth. View all of our Boca Raton City Government and Development coverage,
Boca Raton Council Tie Vote Blocks BRIC Push to Remove Legacy Development Oversight
A rare 2-2 tie on the Boca Raton City Council halted a request tied to the Boca Raton Innovation Center campus, leaving city officials and the property owner to sort out what happens next.
Boca Raton Planning Board Approves Holiday Inn Conversion Into 125 Apartments Near El Rio Trail
Boca Raton’s planning and zoning board voted 7-0 to approve a proposal to convert the Holiday Inn property off Yamato Road into 125 apartments, retail space, and a trail-oriented restaurant connected to the El Rio Trail.
Boca Raton Council Replaces Memorial Park Plaque, Creates Downtown Task Force at April 14 Meeting
Boca Raton’s City Council voted to replace the Memorial Park plaque, created a new downtown civic engagement task force, and moved ahead with a broad assessment of key city buildings during a meeting that also brought state funding updates and renewed calls for better softball facilities.
Business & Community News
New businesses, closures, and local economic activity impacting residents across East Boca, West Boca, and surrounding communities.
Barstool’s Dave Portnoy Reviews Bella Amici in Boca Raton
Barstool’s “One Bite” pizza review made another stop in Boca Raton, this time at Bella Amici, where a local husband-and-wife team earned a solid score.
Barstool’s Dave Portnoy Reviews Boca Raton’s Peter’s Pizzeria
A nationally recognized pizza reviewer stopped in Boca Raton this week, giving a local pizzeria a solid mid-range score during a multi-stop South Florida visit.
Boca Raton Supplement Brand Redcon1 Sued Over Alleged $3.2 Million Unpaid Balance for Product Orders
A newly filed Palm Beach County civil complaint alleges Boca Raton-based Redcon1 accepted and sold sports nutrition products from NV Labs but failed to pay more than $3.2 million allegedly owed.
Boca Raton Weather & Forecast Updates
Boca Post provides ongoing coverage of weather conditions and forecasts affecting Boca Raton and surrounding areas, including daily updates, severe weather alerts, and changing conditions across South Florida. Reporting includes information from official sources such as the National Weather Service, along with localized context on how weather impacts Boca Raton residents.
Coverage includes developing storms, heavy rain, flooding concerns, coastal hazards, and changing conditions that may affect travel, beach activity, and daily routines. During severe weather events, updates may include watches, warnings, and real-time impacts across major roadways and neighborhoods.
Readers can follow the latest forecasts, advisories, and weather-related updates through the Boca Raton Weather section, with coverage focused on conditions affecting Boca Raton and nearby coastal and inland communities.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Stormy Front Today, Then Windy and Cooler
A cold front brings scattered showers and thunderstorms to Boca Raton today, with a few stronger storms possible. Behind it, a drier, breezy stretch arrives Tuesday and midweek, while hazardous beach and boating conditions build along the Atlantic coast.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Warm Sunday, Then a Stormier Monday and a Big Wind Shift
Sunday stays partly sunny and warm in Boca Raton with just a small chance of a late-day shower or thunderstorm. A cold front arrives overnight and ramps rain and storm chances on Monday, then ushers in cooler, breezier weather with hazardous boating conditions.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Mostly Sunny Today, Front Brings Storms and Big Surf Early Week
Saturday stays mostly sunny with an east breeze and a high near 82 in Boca Raton. Shower chances tick up Sunday, then a cold front brings a better shot at thunderstorms and much rougher Atlantic waters Monday into Tuesday.
Boca Raton Events & Community Happenings
Boca Post also tracks notable events and community happenings across Boca Raton, including festivals, public gatherings, seasonal events, and local activities that bring residents together. Coverage may include major city-sponsored events, community celebrations, and public safety impacts related to large gatherings.
From events held in areas like Mizner Park and Downtown Boca to neighborhood-level activities across East and West Boca, this section highlights what’s happening beyond breaking news. Event-related coverage may also include traffic impacts, road closures, and city advisories tied to scheduled gatherings.
Readers can check this page for updates on upcoming events, recent community activity, and how local happenings may affect travel, parking, and public safety throughout Boca Raton.
Free Earth Day Celebration Returns to Daggerwing Nature Center with Animal Shows, Ladybug Release, Plant Sale, More
Daggerwing Nature Center will host a free, family-friendly Earth Day celebration on April 25 featuring live animals, a ladybug release, and hands-on environmental activities.
South Florida Watermelon Festival Returns to West Boca This Weekend
The South Florida Watermelon Festival is set to return to South County Regional Park in Boca Raton from April 10 through April 12, bringing rides, inflatables, animal shows, contests, vendors and watermelon-themed food for its second year.
Boca Raton Night Market Returns to Sanborn Square With Food, Live Music and Local Vendors Through May
Boca Raton’s monthly Night Market at Sanborn Square continues through May 7, 2026, bringing food vendors, artists, makers, live music, art and a mobile bar to downtown on select Thursday nights.
Boca Raton Lawsuits & Legal Filings
Boca Post also reports on civil lawsuits and legal filings involving residents, businesses, and institutions in Boca Raton and across Palm Beach County. Coverage includes newly filed cases, ongoing litigation, and significant legal disputes documented through public court records.
Reporting spans a wide range of case types, including personal injury claims, insurance disputes, business litigation, contract disagreements, and property-related cases. Articles are based on official filings and court documents, with all allegations presented as claims that have not been proven in court.
Readers can explore recent filings, track active cases, and follow developments as lawsuits move through the legal system. For full coverage of local legal activity, visit the Boca Raton Lawsuits section.
Boca Rehab Center Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Pressure Wounds
A wrongful death and survival complaint filed in Palm Beach County alleges a Boca Raton nursing facility failed to prevent and treat pressure injuries suffered by resident David Stangoni before his death.
Boca Raton Tax Fight: Owner Seeks Court Review of $48.9 Million Assessment on Yamato Property
A Boca Raton property owner has filed suit in Palm Beach County challenging the 2025 tax assessment on commercial property at 301 E. Yamato Road, alleging the valuation exceeds just value.
Boca Raton School Hit With Lawsuit Over Sidewalk Fall, Woman Claims Permanent Injuries
A Broward County woman has sued Somerset Academy, Inc., alleging she was injured in a February 2025 slip-and-fall on an uneven school sidewalk at the academy’s Boca Raton campus.
Coverage Across Boca Raton Communities
Coverage spans all areas of Boca Raton, including Downtown Boca, East Boca, and West Boca, as well as nearby unincorporated communities in western Palm Beach County. Reporting reflects activity across residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and major transportation routes throughout the region.
More Boca Raton News
Dirty Dining: Boca Raton Restaurant Among 4 Emergency Closures In Palm Beach, Broward
State records show four emergency restaurant closures in Palm Beach and Broward during the week ending March 29, including one in Boca Raton, while hundreds of inspections across the two counties turned up a long list of high-priority violations.
Lane Closures on Dixie Highway South of Glades Road After Crash, Boca Raton Police Say
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Monday afternoon after a crash closed one northbound lane and one southbound lane on Dixie Highway just south of Glades Road.
How to Use This Page
This page is updated continuously throughout the day as new information becomes available. Readers can check back for the latest updates on breaking news, developing situations, and ongoing coverage across Boca Raton. Stories are published in real time and updated as additional details are confirmed.