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With months to go, race for sheriff already most expensive in St. Lucie County history
ST. LUCIE COUNTY — With a month still to go until the Republican primary, and nearly four months until the November general election, the hotly contested race for sheriff has already become the most expensive local campaign in county history. In fact, the campaign of current interim Port St. Lucie Police Chief Richard Del Toro has on its own spent more money than was spent total, by all candidates, for any other race ever run in St....
Ocala ranks No. 4 on list of U.S. cities with fastest rising home prices
Have you been watching home sales and prices in Ocala/Marion County in recent months?. Six Florida cities are among the top 10 in the U.S. when it comes to the fastest-rising home prices, according to AgentAdvice, which describes itself as "for agents, by agents and a real estate school and media company."
Delray Medical Center opens new Kosher Hospitality Room for Jewish families
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A brand new Kosher Hospitality Room has been unveiled by Delray Medical Center as its latest addition. This room is specifically designed to support Jewish families visiting their loved ones at the hospital. It offers easy access to kosher food and a peaceful setting...
Nationally renowned muralist does first work in hometown West Palm Beach
Sometimes the ever-changing face of downtown West Palm Beach has nothing to do with an old building coming down or a new one going up. Quite often, the refresh comes from new wall art. West Palm Beach is home to more than 40 murals, and just this month its collection grew again.
The making of a multiple major winner: Trust and change pay off for Xander Schauffele
TROON, Scotland – Harry’s Bar & Restaurant in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a popular spot among professional golf royalty thanks to its proximity to many of the game’s biggest names, not to mention a life-changing beef Wellington. Last fall, the upscale steakhouse was where Xander Schauffele...
West Palm Beach sailor set to represent USA in Olympic kiteboarding debut
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A West Palm Beach resident will represent Team USA in kiteboarding at the Olympics. Markus Edegran, 30, hailing from New York, started his sailing career at the age of eight on the Hudson River. He began racing at ten and continued his career at St. Mary's College of Maryland, according to U.S. Sailing.
Iron Maiden’s Nicko McBrain Admits He’s Unable To Play Band’s 1986 Classic Track After “Touch and Go” Health Battle
While playing with several bands throughout his early years in music, most fans know Nicko McBrain as the drummer for the iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Gaining a spot in the group in the 1980s, the musician appeared to find his home, playing with the band for decades. But that all changed in January 2023 when McBrain suffered a stroke at his home in Boca Raton. While regaining his health, the musician watched his life drastically change as his journey to recovery was a long road. Although finding his way back to music, McBrain recently discussed the support he received from Iron Maiden.
Buyers sue to recoup Mandarin Oriental deposit on unfinished Boca Raton condo
The prominent Mandarin Oriental hotel and condo in downtown Boca Raton began construction five years ago but still remains mostly two concrete shells, creating an eyesore in the city center. Palm Beach Post. A Highland Beach couple is suing an affiliate of Boca Raton-based Penn Florida Cos. in a bid...
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