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2+ hour, 36+ min ago (258+ words) Wednesday features a mild morning and good sun with a few clouds around South Florida." A high risk of dangerous rip currents is in place at the Atlantic beaches through Thursday evening. Wednesday's highs will be in the upper-70s in the East Coast metro area and the Keys and in the low-80s along the Gulf Coast. Thursday will bring morning lows in the mid to upper-60s on the mainland, followed by mostly sunny skies with a few afternoon showers." Look for clouds, showers, and some storms in the Keys." A high risk of dangerous rip currents will continue at the Atlantic beaches." Thursday's highs will be mainly in the low 80s. Friday will feature more clouds than sun on the mainland and a nice mix of sun and clouds in the Keys." Friday's highs will be mainly in the mid-80s on the…...

2+ hour, 37+ min ago (1429+ words) A storm tracking from the Plains to the East Coast is set to disrupt the first major wave of holiday travel. AccuWeather meteorologists warn of rain, fog, isolated ice and wind-related delays from Wednesday through Friday as the storm moves across key transportation corridors. Storm timing:A Pacific storm crossing the country will impact thecentral and eastern United Statesfrom Wednesday through Friday, coinciding with peak early holiday travel. Rain, fog and gusty winds will spread from the Mississippi Valley to the Atlantic Seaboard. NEW AccuWeather Expert Quotes: "Slick and icy spots are possible near the Great Lakes Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Freezing drizzle and fog may develop as warmer, moist air moves in over the cold, snow-covered ground. Moisture may freeze on some untreated surfaces, including bridges and overpasses." "Rain falling on cold surfaces could create icy spots in…...

2+ hour, 42+ min ago (379+ words) The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was created at the beginning of President Trump's second term with much fanfare. It was intended to cut the size and expense of the Federal government. But after a rapid start, the department was quietly disbanded in late November, eight months before its charter ended. The DOGE cutbacks in federal government operations have led to mass layoffs of both federal employees and contractors, with estimates ranging from tens of thousands of federal workers to over a million contractors losing jobs. These losses have triggered widespread economic hardship. To make matters worse, DOGE-driven reductions eliminated $183 million in workforce development funding, including $75 million from the Dislocated Worker National Reserve. This means fewer resources are available compared to past years. Studies have shown that job loss is one of the top five causes leading to people filing…...

2+ hour, 45+ min ago (822+ words) The end of the year is almost here " so before you fully give into the gift-wrapping, flight-hopping, eggnog-guzzling frenzy of the holidays, take a moment to get your finances in order for 2026. Several key money deadlines fall on Dec. 31, which is the last day of the tax year, so it's smart to set aside time now to tackle your to-do list. Here are the top five financial tasks experts suggest you knock out before the ball drops: Cindi Turoski, partner at the accounting firm Bonadio Group, says that if you can afford it, you should stash away as much as possible in your employer's retirement plan. For 2025, most workers can'contribute a maximum of $23,500 to their 401(k), 403(b) or governmental plan. Folks 50 to 59, though, can make'catch-up401(k) contributions of up to $7,500 on top of that, and people 60 to 63 can contribute $11,250 extra. Contributing to a…...

4+ hour, 40+ min ago (288+ words) Palm Beach County leaders are warning residents that scammers are becoming more sophisticated, using fear, urgency and even artificial intelligence to steal money and property. At a press conference Tuesday, the Palm Beach County Clerk of Court, the state attorney and the sheriff's office outlined a renewed push to educate the public and crack down on fraud, which officials say is growing rapidly across Florida. Authorities say criminals are impersonating government agencies and using fake arrest warrants, jury duty threats and traffic ticket notices to pressure victims into making immediate payments. Officials say in 2024, Florida ranked first in the nation for fraud reports per capita, with tens of thousands of cases reported so far this year. Investigators say many more scams go unreported. "Just to be clear, scammers are predators. They are criminals. And they target our neighbors, our families,…...

11+ hour, 9+ min ago (704+ words) Palm Royale Season 2 Episode 6, titled Maxine Finds Herself, was released on December 17. Picking up from the last episode, where a feud arises between Maxine and Evelyn, and Dusty parts ways with Maxine after seeing her with Douglas, Episode 6 follows Evelyn's plans to remove Maxine from Palm Beach. However, the two eventually sort things out. The synopsis of the Palm Royale Season 2 Episode 6 on Apple TV reads: Turns out, it was Maxine's half-twin sister who was the new family member, leaving even Robert surprised. In Palm Royale Season 2 Episode 6, she even gets briefly close to Douglas. However, Mirabelle seems to have pure intentions, as she tells Maxine about Douglas's feelings. At the same time, Evelyn and Robert are worried that Maxine's life is in danger after Robert gets a call from Norma. Continue reading for the Palm Royale Season 2 Episode 6 recap....

12+ hour, 34+ min ago (354+ words) The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office announced the results of what Sheriff Ric Bradshaw called the largest drug trafficking operation in his 20-year tenure, resulting in 101 arrests and the seizure of enough fentanyl to potentially kill more than 862,000 people. PBSO, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and State Attorney's Office held a press conference Tuesday morning to discuss Operation Unplugged, a year-long investigation that dismantled drug trafficking groups distributing deadly substances and engaging in violent crimes. "I've been the sheriff here for 20 years. I've never seen one this big," Bradshaw said. "Usually you see maybe 15, 20, but when you're in the hundreds, that's a bunch, and we still got some more to go." Operation Unplugged resulted in 101 arrests with 25 pending arrests, according to PBSO Col. Talal Masri. The investigation seized 1,724.97 grams of fentanyl and 35 firearms. The operation targeted what officials described…...

12+ hour, 58+ min ago (52+ words) Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, had a guest staying at their home who left prior to their murders on Sunday, December 14, "because of how insane their son was acting, not just in ... Woman killed by ex-boyfriend in West Palm Beach, brother vows to care for her children...

16+ hour, 57+ min ago (329+ words) Every morning, WPTV introduces you to an 'Underdog' looking for their forever home, and every shelter expresses the need for volunteers. Being a volunteer at Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control provides many ways to help animals in need, with rewarding opportunities for everyone from walking dogs to assisting with events. "You don't need to sacrifice an immense amount of time and energy here," Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control volunteer Ben Porter said. I can always guarantee the reward is going to be so much more than that feeling of commitment." If adopting or volunteering isn't an option, consider becoming a foster. Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control offers multiple options to work with your lifestyle. Also, fostering a pet can help show if they are a right fit for your family before committing to adopting....

17+ hour, 59+ min ago (166+ words) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) " New developments in "Operation Unplugged" are expected in an upcoming press conference on Tuesday morning at the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. According to the news release, the multi-agency effort continues to dismantle criminal organizations fueling the opioid epidemic and violent crime across the region. The operation, which began earlier this year, previously made headlines in October when federal agents and local law enforcement targeted the notorious "G Block" in Lake Worth, arresting fentanyl dealers and seizing large quantities of narcotics and firearms. See also: Riviera Beach man accused of masterminding 2021 deadly shooting of wife's lover Representatives from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and the State Attorney's Office emphasized the collaborative nature of the investigation and its role in addressing both public safety and the ongoing opioid crisis, according…...