WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, FL)

WPTV connects with audiences and businesses by sharing information through television, social media, and various digital platforms. We ensure that viewers can access our content on every device they use. People turn to WPTV's diverse brands to voice their opinions, engage with us, and stay updated on the issues that are important to them. Our team is dedicated to writing, creating, broadcasting, sharing, selling, supporting, and engineering content daily to positively impact the communities we serve. The WPTV staff works diligently to report breaking news online and keep updates coming, even outside of regular broadcast times. Web producers are often busy refreshing news stories as new information comes in. Our storytelling connects deeply with local communities and businesses. Audiences see WPTV as a trusted source of information that helps them make informed choices. Each week, we produce over 40 hours of local news and host a political program titled "To The Point." Every member of our team pours their passion and effort into being the leading information source in West Palm Beach. This commitment is evident in our Nielsen ratings, which show WPTV as the top station in the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast areas of Florida. Since 1954, WPTV has maintained its position as a trusted source with reliable journalism, timely updates on breaking news, comprehensive severe weather coverage, and in-depth investigations through Contact 5. Our mission is to do good by serving others effectively.

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#58509

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#12305

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Palm Beach County extends deadline for air conditioning replacement program

1 day ago | wptv.com | Audra Schroeder

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — A program offering assistance to low-income homeowners who need their HVAC unit replaced has extended its deadline. Palm Beach County's Crisis Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Replacement Program offers financial assistance up to $15,000 to replace AC units for homeowners who meet certain criteria. Homeowners must reside in Palm Beach County and own the home, and meet income eligibility requirements.
Hop on an airboat, spot wildlife in Florida swamps

1 day ago | wptv.com | Kate Wentzel

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — It was a warm and breezy morning in Kissimmee when the "Finding Florida" crew explored alligator territory. But to get around, we needed an airboat instead of a regular vehicle. Hop on an airboat and greet the gators in Kissimmee With the roar of the engine and the wind in our faces, it was a loud but fast way to track down some of Florida's most famous and feared residents. "We love it here. We love the swamp," tour guide Toby Wetzel said.
Rabies alert issued for parts of St. Lucie County

1 day ago | wptv.com | Aja Dorsainvil

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County is issuing a rabies alert after a confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon that was killed in the Fairgreen Crossings area off Southwest Imperial Street on Sunday. The department is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area and is advising all residents and visitors that rabies is currently present in the wild animal population.
Mai-Kai Restaurant preserves Polynesian traditions in the heart of Fort Lauderdale

2 days ago | wptv.com | Kate Wentzel

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — If you're looking for authentic Polynesian cuisine and culture, you don't have to travel to the South Pacific, just to Fort Lauderdale. Since 1956, the Mai Kai restaurant has captivated guests with a unique dinner and show experience. The Finding Florida crew checked out this storied destination where visitors can experience the warmth and magic of the islands.
Delray Beach Police Chief Russ Mager resigning

2 days ago | wptv.com | Aja Dorsainvil |Joel Lopez

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — The police chief of Delray Beach is resigning, the city confirmed. WPTV learned of the resignation on Wednesday. Chief Russ Mager has held the position since 2022, when he replaced outgoing Chief Javaro Sims, who retired at the end of August. Mager has been with the Delray Beach Police Department for 29 years, serving in many leadership roles throughout his career.
Museum of Graffiti transforms walls of Wynwood into vibrant masterpieces

2 days ago | wptv.com | Kate Wentzel

MIAMI — This museum, and the creations inside, are not what you would expect. It's place where coloring outside the lines is encouraged. Ryan Ferrell, also known as "Ryan the Wheelbarrow" has greeted guests at the Museum of Graffiti since it first opened its doors back in 2019. "I get to define graffiti and vandalism to an eight-year-old....it's pretty fascinating....you ever hand a can of spray paint to a 12-year-old...they've been waiting their whole life for that moment," Ferrell said.
Slide CEO Bruce Lucas took home $21.1 million in 2024, SEC filing shows

3 days ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WPTV has not stopped seeking answers to Florida's insurance coverage collapse. We learned that Bruce Lucas, the CEO of Slide Insurance based in Tampa, and his spouse are taking home a sizeable household income. WATCH BELOW: Slide CEO took home $21.1 million in 2024 Slide CEO Bruce Lucas took home $21.1M last year It's the kind of news that can shake up an already turbulent Florida insurance landscape.
Port St. Lucie police arrest 27-year-old accused of breaking into home, taking picture of woman

3 days ago | wptv.com | Audra Schroeder

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — A suspect has been arrested in connection with a Port St. Lucie home burglary, in which a woman came out of the shower to find a man taking a picture of her. Police arrested 27-year-old Darrian James Baker in connection with the burglary. They say he recently moved to Port St. Lucie from Miami to stay with family, and he was staying at a home on SE Portillo Road.
Galley at Hilton in West Palm Beach promises to elevate the summer experience through sizzling new offerings

3 days ago | wptv.com | T.A. Walker |T. A. Walker

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — As summer heats up, Hilton West Palm Beach is sizzling with new offerings that promise to elevate the summertime experience for both locals and tourists alike. From refreshing mocktails to a tantalizing summer menu and a commitment to community support, Galley, a restaurant on-site at the hotel, is blending culinary delight with a sense of purpose.
Arrest made in death of man found 'covered in blood' on Martin Highway near Mudfest

3 days ago | wptv.com | Aja Dorsainvil

MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — An arrest has been made in the death of a man found "unresponsive and covered in blood" along Martin Highway near Mudfest over the weekend, the Martin County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday. Deputies said the victim was at a Mudfest event at Plant Bamboo off State Road 714 when he got into an initial altercation with at least one individual.