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Florida Atlantic guard Alijah Martin (15) slam-dunks in front of UAB guard Tony Toney during...

Alijah Martin's family road-tripping from Mississippi to Houston

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
Tina Wells-Martin, the mother of sophomore FAU Guard Alijah Martin, said she wouldn't miss the game for the world.

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Body of Florida boy, 2, found in jaws of alligator

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
The body of a 2-year-old Florida boy who had been the subject of a frantic search after his mother was killed was found Friday in a lake in the jaws of an alligator, police say.

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Florida lawmakers take sides on Trump indictment

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
A bombshell development involving former President Donald Trump was dropped during week four of Florida's legislative session.

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What's inside Donald Trump's indictment?

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
The contents of the Donald Trump indictment will remain sealed until his Tuesday court appearance in New York, but it already has some legal experts speculating.

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Fort Pierce police officer on leave after hitting child with patrol car

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
According to a police report, Officer Erik Arellano asked the child if he was OK and needed a Band-Aid, but never filed a report, contacted the child's parents or gave the child his information.

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Polls shows support for Trump remains strong despite indictment

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
Support for President Donald Trump is growing, despite his Thursday indictment, according to recent polls.

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Parents of FAU player 'excited' to watch son play in Final Four

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
The parents of Florida Atlantic University Owls guard Bryan Greenlee are traveling to Houston to watch their son play perhaps the biggest game of his career thus far.

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How much money will FAU receive after Final Four appearance?

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
The NCAA is receiving $170 million in broadcast rights for the basketball tournament. So, what is Florida Atlantic Univerity's cut of the money?

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PBSO: Latin Kings chapter president among 3 arrested in rapper's attack

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office announced that three people were arrested in connection with the attack of rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine earlier this month at a fitness center.

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Feathery fandom: Temple Owl fan flocks to FAU

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
If you're a new fan of FAU, you are not alone. The team's social media profiles have gained 35% new followers this month, according to a study by Betway.
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Palm Beach County sheriff's deputies help rescue boaters in distress

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
Two boaters sailing from Fort Pierce are rescued by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office deputies near Singer Island.

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Man arrested in hit-and-run that killed 92-year-old man in Boca Raton

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By WPTV - Staff
A 21-year-old Boca Raton man is in jail after, police said, he left the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a 92-year-old man.

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3 arrests made in attack of Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Peter Burke
The rapper, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, was attacked inside LA Fitness on Lantana Road last week. Bystanders captured the incident on video.

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Duncan Middle School principal arrested on battery charge

Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 5:56 AM EDT
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By Joey Schatt
The principal of Duncan Middle School has been arrested on a battery charge. Police say Phillip D'Amico kicked and threw a picture at his wife.

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Trump supporter: Former president was ‘ambushed’ by indictment

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:56 PM EDT
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By Joel Lopez
It's unclear when former President Donald Trump will surrender to authorities following Thursday's announcement that he was indicted by a Manhattan grand jury.

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Here's what Florida lawmakers are saying about Trump's indictment

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:05 PM EDT
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By WPTV - Staff
Following Thursday's indictment by a Manhattan grand jury of former President Donald Trump, Florida lawmakers quickly shared their thoughts on the historic announcement.

Basketball

FAU player from West Palm Beach traces success back to strong family

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 8:06 PM EDT
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By Chris Gilmore
Family on and off the court has always been important for a member of the Florida Atlantic University basketball team from West Palm Beach.

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FAU basketball coach Dusty May will return next season

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 8:06 PM EDT
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By Scott Sutton
Florida Atlantic University's men's basketball coach will be returning to the school for at least one more season.

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FAU school spirit flying high at Jupiter campus

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 7:46 PM EDT
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By Jon Shainman
Even though they have far fewer students at the Florida Atlantic University Jupiter campus than at the main campus in Boca Raton, students are just as excited.

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Employees at produce facility in Belle Glade return to work after chemical leak

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
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By Danielle Seat
Employees at one of the largest sweet corn producers in the world returned to work Thursday, a day after after a chemical leak forced everyone to evacuate.

Basketball

FAU, Miami Final Four appearances create divided house

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:16 PM EDT
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By Stephanie Susskind
Florida Atlantic University and the University of Miami are both making their first-ever Final Four appearances and could play each other for the national title if they both win.

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Tourism development proposal would impact revenue, Treasure Coast officials say

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:35 PM EDT
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By Kate Hussey
Tourism officials from the Treasure Coast have growing concerns about a new state proposal, they fear, threatens tourism, the promotion of events, spring training, and even Florida itself.

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What does permitless carry mean for Florida residents?

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:26 PM EDT
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By Dave Bohman
Opponents of what some call "permitless carry" for handguns have fought the idea, calling it dangerous, especially in an age of school shootings and rising crime.

Education

Student, 14, accused of making online threat to remain in jail

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:56 PM EDT
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By Stephanie Susskind
A Wellington Community High School student accused of making an online threat will remain in juvenile detention.

Community

FAU students, staff get discounted entry to Palm Beach Zoo to celebrate Owls

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 3:55 PM EDT
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By Aja Dorsainvil
The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is offering Florida Atlantic University students and staff discounted admission to the wildlife park in honor of the university’s playoff wins.

Basketball

Owls in Final Four ‘wicked big deal’ for FAU, Boca Raton

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 3:05 PM EDT
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By Jessica Bruno
"It's a wicked big deal for FAU and it's a wicked big deal for Boca," Troy McLellan, president and CEO of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, says of FAU's Final Four appearance.

Basketball

FAU basketball team’s success creating new ‘super fans’

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 2:40 PM EDT
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By Ashleigh Walters
Florida Atlantic University's rise to the Final Four is creating a whole new fan base. Some of them didn't follow sports much at all before the winning streak.

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New direct flights from PBIA to North Carolina

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 1:45 PM EDT
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By Scott Sutton
Avelo Airlines announced Thursday they would begin offering nonstop flights between Palm Beach International Airport and Wilmington, North Carolina.

Basketball

CBS Sports names Dusty May national coach of the year

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:20 PM EDT
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By Peter Burke
Florida Atlantic head coach Dusty May is starting to get some national accolades for his team's historic run to the Final Four.

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FOX29 First Alert Weather Forecast: March 30, 2023

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 11:47 AM EDT
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By WFLX Staff
Sunny and breezy Thursday afternoon with high temperatures topping 81 degrees, which is seasonable for this time of the year.

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South Fla. attorney who fought against sex abuse arrested on child porn charges

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 11:25 AM EDT
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By Peter Burke
A Palm Beach Gardens attorney who represented victims of child sexual abuse has been arrested on possession of child pornography.

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Dog overcrowding at Humane Society of the Treasure Coast

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 10:00 AM EDT
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By T.A. Walker
Animal shelters across our area are all facing the same overcrowding problem. The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast has 51 dogs up for adoption and 36 kennels.

Crime

Deputies discover dead body during welfare check

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 8:10 AM EDT
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By Matt Papaycik
Palm Beach County detectives are investigating a homicide in west Delray Beach after a man's body was found during a welfare check, authorities say.

Basketball

May Madness: FAU coach Dusty May has Owls on cusp of title

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:25 AM EDT
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By Tim Reynolds
Dusty May's March Madness run with FAU likely was one few saw coming. May had, to be fair, not much better than minimal name recognition when he took the Florida Atlantic job five years ago.

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2 teens arrested after burglary at Mets ballpark

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 1:00 AM EDT
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By Allen Cone
Two teens were arrested in connection to a burglary of about $11,000 worth of merchandise from Clover Park, the spring training facility for the New York Mets and home stadium of the St. Lucie Mets.

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Mother of Nick Boyd: ‘Dream come true’ watching son play in native New York

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:37 AM EDT
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By Joel Lopez
The parents of Florida Atlantic redshirt freshman Nick Boyd enjoyed watching his son play last week in his native New York, but they're now thrilled he'll be playing in the Final Four.

Basketball

Prominent FAU graduates excited about school in Final Four

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:25 AM EDT
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By Tania Rogers
Ask Clarence Anthony the team he's cheering for at the Final Four. He will say, "Proud to be an Owl, proud to be an Owl."

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1 dead, 1 injured in crash south of South Bay

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:25 PM EDT
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By Allen Cone
One person died and another injured when a tractor-trailer truck jackknifed and crashed into dump truck about 5 miles south of South Bay, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue said.

Education

Boundary map for new Palm Beach County high school approved

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:16 PM EDT
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By Stephanie Susskind
The Palm Beach County School Board on Wednesday gave final approval to a new high school boundary map for next school year.

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Wellington Community High School student arrested after threat on social media

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 9:40 PM EDT
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By Allen Cone
A Wellington Community High School student has been arrested after school police and Palm Beach Sheriff's Office investigated an alleged threat posted Wednesday on Instagram.

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Fort Pierce man convicted in fatal shooting of bystander, 16-year-old girl

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 8:20 PM EDT
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By Allen Cone
A jury on Wednesday found Larry Darnell Young, 27, guilty in the fatal shooting of a bystander, a 16-year-old West Palm Beach girl, more than one year ago.

Basketball

FAU to host Final Four watch parties across US

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 8:10 PM EDT
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By Scott Sutton
Graduates of Florida Atlantic University are planning to celebrate Saturday as the Owls get set to take on San Diego State in the Final Four.

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FAU alumni beaming with pride as Owls prepare for Final Four

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 7:40 PM EDT
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By Michael Williams
The Final Four has everyone buzzing — including Florida Atlantic University proud alumni. Academically and athletically, everyone knows exactly where FAU is now.

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Senate poised to give final approval to permitless carry bill

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 7:15 PM EDT
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By Forrest Saunders
In the shadow of the country's latest school shooting — Florida lawmakers are set to give final approval to a bill this week that would both bolster school safety and loosen state gun laws.

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Wellington set to wrap up record-breaking equestrian season

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 7:15 PM EDT
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By Danielle Seat
Wellington International, the largest equestrian venue in North America, will host the Rolex Grand Prix on Saturday.

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Howard Schnellenberger’s wife sees late husband’s dream coming to fruition

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT
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By Jay Cashmere
Inside a Boynton Beach home, a deep symbolic connection to Florida Atlantic University is proudly on display.

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New task force targets COVID relief fraud in Palm Beach County

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Dave Bohman
Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg has formed a task force with the sheriff's office to help the FBI go after thieves who swindled COVID-19 unemployment relief money.

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Boca Raton businesses score big thanks to FAU’s historic March Madness run

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Stephanie Susskind
As the Florida Atlantic University Owls arrive in Houston for this weekend's Final Four, the team is putting their city on the map.

Education

FAU campuses beyond Boca Raton cheer on Owls as they head to Final Four

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 5:20 PM EDT
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By Jon Shainman
Students, grad assistants and scientists at Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Fort Pierce are excited about the Owls heading to Houston for the Final Four.

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Man calls Contact 5 after losing more than $200,000 to cryptocurrency scam

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 3:05 PM EDT
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By Jessica Bruno
A few weeks after a man called Contact 5 after losing thousands of dollars to a cryptocurrency investment app and online dating scam, a Port St Lucie man has become a victim to the same scam.
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