Shannon Cake

West Palm Beach

Investigative Reporter and News Anchor at WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, FL)

Journalist and Anchor @WPTV, Child of God, Mother, Wife, Daughter, Friend, @UofAlabama Alumna, Story teller

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Alliance of Women Executives awards 24 college scholarships

5 days ago | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Twenty-four young women headed to college next fall got a big boost from a Palm Beach County charity. The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) awarded thousands of dollars in scholarship money to local young women who are staying locally for college. Alliance of Women Executives awards 24 scholarships The recipients were awarded their money and a free laptop courtesy of Florida Power and Light at a dinner held April 29.
Mastering healthy cuisine with Michelin-starred Chef Ryan Schiele

2 weeks ago | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — He is a rising star in the kitchen. Chef Ryan Schiele has a knack for whipping up the extraordinary. With a prestigious degree from Johnson and Wales University, Schiele embarked on an incredible culinary journey that took him to France for five transformative years. Most notably, he honed his skills with the acclaimed Michelin Star restaurant group, Frenchie, where he learned the art of fine dining. “It was a pinch yourself kind of thing,” he said.
5 substitutions for a healthier diet: What to eliminate and what to add

2 weeks ago | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Meet Maggie Winner, a seasoned health coach located in Palm Beach County. With years of experience under her belt, she is here to help you navigate the path to a healthier lifestyle. I met with her in her kitchen to discuss nutritious ingredients and the dietary pitfalls to avoid.
5 secrets from a surgeon on maintaining vitality, avoiding plastic surgery

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — I've been documenting my personal recovery journey following shoulder surgery in January, dedicating months in the gym alongside therapists and trainers in pursuit of mobility and vitality. Today, I'm seeking advice from Dr. Harold Bafitis, a seasoned surgeon based in Jupiter, to uncover key tips for optimal healing, and looking and feeling younger. "The first and most crucial element, backed by substantial scientific research, is nutrition," Bafitis explained.
Essential wellness tips for achieving optimal fitness and health

1 month ago | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — As I work on rehabilitating my shoulder from a severe rotator cuff injury, I've picked up several important lessons throughout the process. I'm eager to share the insights I've gained from my doctors, a physical therapist and even nutritionists. Over the coming weeks, I'll introduce you to the various experts who have been helping me on this journey, along with their valuable tips.
Chief Michael Coleman wants to clean up Riviera Beach's reputation — with conversation

Nov 12, 2024 | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — Riviera Beach Police Chief Michael Coleman has a new mission. He’s planning to clean up the city he loves by starting a conversation. It begins tonight at the city’s Marina Event Center. He’s kicking off the conversation with city leaders, law enforcement, business owners and residents with guest speaker and author Dwayne Bryant.
Brutal after-school attack leaves JFK Middle School 8th grader battered and bruised, 2 teens facing charges

Oct 21, 2024 | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — Two students, a seventh and an eighth grader from JFK Middle School in Riviera Beach, are being charged for a brutal attack on another student at the same school. It happened last week while the teens were walking home from school, just a few blocks from campus. The teen spoke exclusively to WPTV’s Shannon Cake with his mother present during the interview. “I was trying to cross the street,” he said. “They came up behind me and jumped me.
Dreyfoos School of the Arts alum's sparkle freckles get a boost from Taylor Swift

Oct 18, 2024 | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

Hometown girl and New York business woman Alliett Buttleman is still riding high after pop icon Taylor Swift donned her beauty brainstorm. For several years, the Dreyfoos School of the Arts graduate has been working on developing a new glitter patch line through her company Fazit Beauty. The glitter patches are applied to the face, serving up a quick pop of color and shine.
Prostate health: The procedure that can offer men relief from discomfort

Sep 20, 2024 | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and WPTV is helping men navigate their prostate health, from the two tests that every man needs to a new procedure that’s offering relief from chronic discomfort. If you have trouble sleeping through the night or sitting through a movie without scrambling for a bathroom, you may be among the millions of men suffering due to an enlarged prostate. A new procedure called aquablation is offering patients in South Florida almost instant relief.
The Kind Kitchen receives donations and more calls for assistance after WPTV reports struggles with food cost

Sep 2, 2024 | wptv.com | Shannon Cake

NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. — A sign of the rough financial times— Right after our story about The Kind Kitchen that aired Friday evening, the phones started ringing at the North Palm Beach non-profit. WPTV's story highlighting how food inflation is causing the organization to struggle has spurred donations to prop-up the group. As fast as the over $2,500 in donations came in, the calls for help followed.