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Florida State Representative Joe Casello, a Democrat representing District 90, died at age 73 following a heart attack. He was a former firefighter and city commissioner, known for his public service, and his death will lead to a special election to fill his seat.
A tragic incident in Palm Beach County, Florida, resulted in the deaths of three deputies after being struck by a vehicle. This event has deeply affected the local law enforcement community, described as a 'gut punch' to the area.
Two deputies were killed and a third critically injured in a crash in Palm Beach County, Florida, while assisting a fellow deputy with a motorcycle issue. A woman driving eastbound struck the deputies after overcompensating while trying to pass another vehicle. The driver suffered minor injuries and no charges have been filed yet. The incident is under investigation by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Florida Highway Patrol. The deputies were previously involved in Donald Trump's police escort on election night.
Amanda Davidson shares the story of her boyfriend Jay's struggle with addiction and subsequent death in Palm Beach County. Their journey through relapse, treatment facilities, and the challenges of recovery sheds light on the failures of the addiction treatment system and the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic. Davidson emphasizes the need for systemic change, quality social safety nets, and accountability for poorly regulated treatment centers to address the crisis and prevent further tragedies.
Donald Trump Jr. received an envelope containing a death threat and white powder at his Florida home, prompting a response from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. Test results for the white substance were inconclusive, but officials did not believe it to be deadly. This incident comes amid a series of threats against political candidates and public officials, with steps being taken in recent years to enhance protection for public officials and their families.
Aerial drone video captured extensive beach erosion along the coastline of Jupiter Inlet Colony in Palm Beach County, Florida, showing large chunks of dunes and backyards washed away by rough surf over a two-week period. Palm Beach County faces over 33 miles of critical erosion along its 47-mile coastline, exacerbated by development and storm systems. Efforts to combat erosion include dune restoration, support structures, and sand transfer and renourishment, with concerns rising ahead of sea turtle nesting season in March.
Palm Beach County is experiencing a surge in COVID cases, with at least 4,097 confirmed cases so far in 2024, a significant increase from previous months. The death count in the county has also risen, with 36 deaths in October, 19 in November, and 23 in December. While the numbers are concerning, they remain lower than a year ago at this time. There is no official call for masking in the county, but medical professionals recommend that vulnerable individuals consider wearing masks in public.
COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing in Palm Beach County, Florida, with a nearly four percent rise in hospitalizations. The death count is also rising, with Florida recording the third-highest number of COVID-19 deaths in the past three months. Health officials are concerned about the spread of not only COVID-19 but also the flu and RSV, with low immunization rates for all three viruses. Vaccinations for COVID-19, flu, and RSV are available at most pharmacies.
Palm Beach County in Florida has made commercial worm composting illegal, claiming ownership of residents' trash. This has forced Let It Rot, a local worm farm and community composting business, to shut down. Vermicomposting, the process used by Let It Rot, offers a safe and eco-friendly method for managing organic waste, producing highly fertile worm poop as an alternative to conventional fertilizers. The county's incineration of waste causes air pollution and releases toxic gases. Concerned citizens can sign a Change.org petition to urge the county to reconsider its policy and practice vermicomposting in their own backyards.
Country music star Luke Bryan raises over $300,000 through a benefit concert in Jupiter, Florida, to support arts and music education in two schools in Palm Beach County. The concert featured performances by students from Bak Middle School of the Arts and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, and Bryan expressed his commitment to providing students with quality instruments and technology for their music education.
A Palm Beach County deputy who was hunting in Columbia County was found dead after his concerned wife reported him missing. The Columbia County Sheriff's Office, along with other agencies, conducted a search using a drone and a helicopter. The deputy's truck was located near the Benton Tower, and the deputy was found dead nearby. The cause of death appears to be a medical emergency, and there were no signs of foul play.
A 24-year-old man from Royal Palm Beach, Florida, has been arrested and charged with vehicular homicide and racing on a highway after allegedly street racing and causing a fatal accident. The man was driving at over 100 mph in a 40 mph zone when he collided with a Hyundai, killing a 29-year-old woman. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash and seeing the vehicles severely damaged. The man claimed he was only going 40 mph and that the woman pulled out in front of him. The other driver involved in the street race has not been arrested.
Antisemitic flyers and extremist speech brochures were found in two neighborhoods in Wellington, Florida, as well as in Okeechobee and West Palm Beach. The flyers were left in plastic bags weighted down with wood pellets and were collected by law enforcement. No direct threats were made, but residents are urged to report any concerns and review surveillance footage. U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel condemned the incident and called for speaking out against bigotry.
Hidden Oaks K-8 School in Palm Beach County, Florida, was placed on lockdown after a report of a student with a gun on campus, which turned out to be unfounded. The investigation revealed that the item in question was a "paper gun." Law enforcement conducted a thorough search and determined there was no risk to the campus. The school proceeded with a regularly scheduled day, but parents were given the option to pick up their children early. The principal reminded parents to check their child's backpack before leaving for school and emphasized that all students were safe throughout the incident.
A suspect wanted in connection with a carjacking and kidnapping in Fort Lauderdale was apprehended in Palm Beach County after a police chase on Florida's Turnpike. The suspect crashed the stolen car and was taken into custody by authorities.