Smokey Bones has permanently closed its Boca Raton restaurant, and the chain has not said whether the site will be converted to a Twin Peaks location.
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
Northbound Lanes Closed at 100 S Dixie in Boca Raton After Crash
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Monday reporting the northbound lanes at 100 S Dixie are closed due to an accident.
Boca Raton Night Market Returns May 7 for Final Event of the Season at Sanborn Square
Boca Raton’s monthly Night Market wraps its 2025–26 season May 7 with food vendors, local makers, and live music in downtown Sanborn Square.
Boca Council Advances “Save Boca” Ordinance, Confirms RFP Pivot After Contentious Planning Debate
Boca Raton officials formally introduced the “Save Boca” land protection ordinance and locked in a competitive bidding process for city planning after a tense debate over transparency and development.
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.
Tracking Device Leads Boca Raton Police to Suspect in Stolen E-Bike Case, Arrest Made
Boca Raton police used a tracking device signal to locate a stolen e-bike and arrest a suspect now facing theft and resisting charges.
Registered Sex Offender Accused of Breaking Into Boca Hotel Rooms, Stealing From Guests
Police say a registered sex offender was caught entering guest rooms and stealing items inside a Boca Raton hotel.
Boca Raton Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine, Gun Discovery Near Mizner Boulevard
A Boca Raton traffic stop turned into a felony arrest after police found cocaine, marijuana, and a handgun inside a pickup truck.
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.
Northbound Lanes Closed at 100 S Dixie in Boca Raton After Crash
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Monday reporting the northbound lanes at 100 S Dixie are closed due to an accident.
Northbound Federal Highway Lanes Closed at Palmetto Park Road in Boca Raton After Crash
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Tuesday afternoon saying all northbound lanes on Federal Highway at Palmetto Park Road are closed due to a crash.
Two Eastbound Right Lanes Closed on Yamato Road Near Nw 2nd Avenue After Crash
Boca Raton Police issued a traffic advisory Tuesday morning after a crash closed two right eastbound lanes on Yamato Road just east of NW 2nd Avenue, causing congestion.
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 Council Advances “Save Boca” Ordinance, Confirms RFP Pivot After Contentious Planning Debate
Boca Raton officials formally introduced the “Save Boca” land protection ordinance and locked in a competitive bidding process for city planning after a tense debate over transparency and development.
Boca Raton Council To Consider ‘Save Boca’ Public Land Law Next Week
Boca Raton City Council will consider a proposed “Save Boca” ordinance next week that would limit the city’s ability to sell or lease larger public land parcels without voter approval.
Boca Raton Approves New Private School at BRiC Former IBM Campus
Palm Beach International Academy has been approved for the Boca Raton Innovation Campus, where city officials said the sixth- through 12th-grade private school will have a minimal footprint at the sprawling former IBM campus.
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: Breezy Northeast Winds, Storms Possible, High Rip Current Risk
Monday stays breezy with scattered showers and thunderstorms, and a few storms may drop heavy rain. The bigger headline near the coast: dangerous rip currents and rougher Atlantic waters today. Rain chances ease Tuesday, then hotter, drier weather builds midweek with rising heat impacts.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Stormy, Cooler Sunday With Heavy Downpours Possible
Sunday brings a sharp change from Saturday’s heat: more clouds, a north-to-northeast breeze, and a high near 80. Showers and thunderstorms are likely this afternoon and evening, with locally heavy rain possible. Breezy northeast winds and choppier Atlantic seas follow into Monday.
Boca Raton Morning Weather Update: Near-record Heat Today, Storms and a Sharp Cool-down Sunday
Saturday brings mostly sunny skies, near-record heat, and gusty south winds in Boca Raton. A cold front arrives late tonight into early Sunday, turning the day much cooler with widespread rain and thunderstorms and a risk for heavy downpours. Beachgoers should note a high rip current risk for Palm Beach County today, and boaters face a Small Craft Advisory offshore this afternoon and evening.
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.
Boca Raton Night Market Returns May 7 for Final Event of the Season at Sanborn Square
Boca Raton’s monthly Night Market wraps its 2025–26 season May 7 with food vendors, local makers, and live music in downtown Sanborn Square.
Cars & Coffee Palm Beach Brings Shelby American, Charity Drive To Boca Raton
Cars & Coffee Palm Beach returns to Boca Raton Innovation Campus on April 26 with Shelby American, a charity collection for children, and updated parking instructions for visitors.
Boca Raton Offering Free Disaster Response Training, Spots Still Available
Boca Raton residents can still sign up for a free, FEMA-based disaster response training program starting May 5.
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 Plaza Owner Sues Over $52.1 Million Property Tax Assessment
CP Boca Plaza LLC filed a Palm Beach County lawsuit challenging the 2025 property tax assessment for its Boca Raton property at 5355 Town Center Road.
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.
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
LAWSUIT: Delray Beach Cream Dessertery Sued Over Allegedly Loose Countertop Injury
A Palm Beach County lawsuit alleges a child was injured at a Delray Beach dessert shop when a countertop shifted, and also seeks “MedPay” benefits under the business’s liability policy.
Civil Lawsuit Filed Against City of Delray Beach Over Alleged West Lantana Road Crash
A Palm Beach County plaintiff has filed a negligence lawsuit alleging a City of Delray Beach vehicle driven by a city employee rear-ended their car on West Lantana Road in 2022.
Latest Area News
Coverage from nearby communities across Palm Beach County and South Florida, including Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, and surrounding areas. This section highlights notable stories outside Boca Raton while maintaining a focus on issues impacting the broader region.
Death Investigation/Amber Alert
SECOND UPDATE: Mary Catherine Gingles, 12/22/1990, was located suffering from a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased inside a home in the 5800 block of Plum Bay Parkway in Tamarac. BSO’s Homicide and Crime Scene units are investigating her death. Nathan...
Death Investigation/Amber Alert
UPDATE: Seraphina Gingles and Nathan Gingles have been located. Shortly before 11 a.m. this morning, Broward Sheriff’s Office V.I.P.E.R. (Violence Intervention Proactive Enforcement Response) deputies located the 2016 silver BMW X3 involved in this incident. The...
Death Investigation/Amber Alert
At approximately 6:02 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16, Broward County Regional Communications received reports of a shooting in the 5700 block of Plum Bay Parkway in Tamarac. Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and Tamarac Fire Rescue responded. On scene, deputies located an...
Death Investigation/Amber Alert
At approximately 6:02 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16, Broward County Regional Communications received reports of a shooting in the 5700 block of Plum Bay Parkway in Tamarac. Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and Tamarac Fire Rescue responded. On scene, deputies located an...
Bso Missing Persons Unit Detectives Search For Missing 49-Year-Old
On February 14th of 2025 authorities at Broward County Sheriffs Office are seeking assistance, from the community in finding a 49 year man named Andnesio Howard who has gone missing. Detectives report that Howard was last spotted at 11 p.m on February 11th in...
Suspect Shot During Joint Law Enforcement Operation
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently looking into a shooting incident that took place in Lauderhill involving a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy and a Lauderhill Police Department officer on Wednesday evening of February 12th around 5;54 PM at...