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politics17 days ago•8 min saved

Democrat Flips Palm Beach HD 87 in Surprise Special Election

Democrat Emily Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples 51.15% to 48.85% in Florida House District 87, flipping the seat in Palm Beach County—the first Democratic win there this century—after Governor DeSantis delayed the special election. Gregory ran on affordability, education funding, health care access and housing costs, while Maples emphasized tax cuts and conservative priorities. The win grows the Democratic caucus ahead of the 2026 session and drew national attention as Trump’s supporters and opponents weighed the district’s implications.

via Florida Politics|

#democrats #elections #emily-gregory

politics17 days ago•3 min saved

Three GOP-Held Florida Seats Face March 24 Special Elections

Three Republican-held Florida legislative seats are on the March 24 ballot in special elections: Senate District 14 (Tampa area) featuring Josie Tomkow (R) vs. Brian Nathan (D); House District 51 (central Florida) Hilary Holley (R) vs. Edwin Perez (D); and House District 87 (Palm Beach County) Jon Maples (R) vs. Emily Gregory (D), a race drawing attention due to its coastal district that includes Mar-a-Lago. A fourth vacancy exists in Miami-area District 113, with a special primary Aug. 18 and a special election Nov. 3; District 52’s contest was canceled with Samantha Scott unopposed previously. Polls close at 7:00 PM ET.

via 270toWin.com|

#elections #florida #palm-beach-county

politics17 days ago•2 min saved

Trump Votes by Mail in Florida as He Criticizes Mail-In Voting

President Trump voted by mail in Florida's 87th district special election, despite calling mail-in voting 'cheating.' Public records show he requested the ballot and that it was received, counted, and accompanied by his endorsement of the Republican candidate. He has long pushed for stricter voter ID rules and limits on mail-in voting through the SAVE America Act.

via CBS News|

#florida-elections #mail-in-voting #palm-beach-county

politics18 days ago•3 min saved

Trump Votes by Mail After Calling It Cheating

President Donald Trump, who has long denounced mail-in voting as 'cheating,' used a mail-in ballot in a Florida special election in Palm Beach County. The episode highlights the clash between his public stance against mail-in voting and his personal participation in it. The story also notes his push for the SAVE Act to tighten voting rules and mentions a Supreme Court review of Mississippi's mail-in ballot law that could affect elections nationwide.

via The New York Times|

#florida #mail-in-voting #palm-beach-county

health24 days ago•4 min saved

HIV case spotlights Florida's shrinking access to HIV meds

A West Palm Beach woman faces felony charges for having sex with multiple partners without disclosing HIV status, while Florida tightens the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), risking antiretroviral access for thousands in Palm Beach County; emergency funding has been approved to restore the program temporarily through June 30 as advocates seek longer-term solutions.

via WPEC|

#adap #florida #health

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Florida Rep. Joe Casello Passes Away After Heart Attack

Florida State Representative Joe Casello, a Democrat representing District 90, died at age 73 following a heart attack. He was a former firefighter and city commissioner, known for his public service, and his death will lead to a special election to fill his seat.

via Yahoo Home|

#florida-house #heart-attack #joe-casello

crime1 year ago

Tragic Loss: Three Florida Deputies Killed in Devastating Crash

A tragic incident in Palm Beach County, Florida, resulted in the deaths of three deputies after being struck by a vehicle. This event has deeply affected the local law enforcement community, described as a 'gut punch' to the area.

via The New York Times|

#crime #deputies #florida

news1 year ago•2 min saved

Tragic Crash Claims Lives of Two Florida Deputies, Injures Another

Two deputies were killed and a third critically injured in a crash in Palm Beach County, Florida, while assisting a fellow deputy with a motorcycle issue. A woman driving eastbound struck the deputies after overcompensating while trying to pass another vehicle. The driver suffered minor injuries and no charges have been filed yet. The incident is under investigation by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Florida Highway Patrol. The deputies were previously involved in Donald Trump's police escort on election night.

via ABC News|

#deputies #florida #law-enforcement

health-addiction2 years ago•8 min saved

"Addressing the Drug Addiction Cycle in Palm Beach County"

Amanda Davidson shares the story of her boyfriend Jay's struggle with addiction and subsequent death in Palm Beach County. Their journey through relapse, treatment facilities, and the challenges of recovery sheds light on the failures of the addiction treatment system and the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic. Davidson emphasizes the need for systemic change, quality social safety nets, and accountability for poorly regulated treatment centers to address the crisis and prevent further tragedies.

via Palm Beach Post|

#addiction-treatment #health-addiction #opioid-epidemic

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unidentified White Powder and Death Threat Sent to Donald Trump Jr.'s Florida Home"

Donald Trump Jr. received an envelope containing a death threat and white powder at his Florida home, prompting a response from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. Test results for the white substance were inconclusive, but officials did not believe it to be deadly. This incident comes amid a series of threats against political candidates and public officials, with steps being taken in recent years to enhance protection for public officials and their families.

via NBC News|

#donald-trump-jr #palm-beach-county #politics

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Coastal Erosion Threatens Florida Homes: Drone Footage Reveals Ongoing Damage"

Aerial drone video captured extensive beach erosion along the coastline of Jupiter Inlet Colony in Palm Beach County, Florida, showing large chunks of dunes and backyards washed away by rough surf over a two-week period. Palm Beach County faces over 33 miles of critical erosion along its 47-mile coastline, exacerbated by development and storm systems. Efforts to combat erosion include dune restoration, support structures, and sand transfer and renourishment, with concerns rising ahead of sea turtle nesting season in March.

via Fox Weather |

#beach-erosion #drone-video #environment

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rapid Rise: Palm Beach County Faces COVID Surge"

Palm Beach County is experiencing a surge in COVID cases, with at least 4,097 confirmed cases so far in 2024, a significant increase from previous months. The death count in the county has also risen, with 36 deaths in October, 19 in November, and 23 in December. While the numbers are concerning, they remain lower than a year ago at this time. There is no official call for masking in the county, but medical professionals recommend that vulnerable individuals consider wearing masks in public.

via BocaNewsNow.com|

#cases #covid-surge #deaths

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Surge in COVID Hospitalizations and Deaths Hits Palm Beach County, Florida

COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing in Palm Beach County, Florida, with a nearly four percent rise in hospitalizations. The death count is also rising, with Florida recording the third-highest number of COVID-19 deaths in the past three months. Health officials are concerned about the spread of not only COVID-19 but also the flu and RSV, with low immunization rates for all three viruses. Vaccinations for COVID-19, flu, and RSV are available at most pharmacies.

via BocaNewsNow.com|

#covid-19 #deaths #florida

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

County's Infuriating Reason Shuts Down Woman's Thriving Small Business

Palm Beach County in Florida has made commercial worm composting illegal, claiming ownership of residents' trash. This has forced Let It Rot, a local worm farm and community composting business, to shut down. Vermicomposting, the process used by Let It Rot, offers a safe and eco-friendly method for managing organic waste, producing highly fertile worm poop as an alternative to conventional fertilizers. The county's incineration of waste causes air pollution and releases toxic gases. Concerned citizens can sign a Change.org petition to urge the county to reconsider its policy and practice vermicomposting in their own backyards.

via Yahoo News|

#environment #palm-beach-county #regulations

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Luke Bryan's Jupiter Charity Concert Raises $300,000 for a Good Cause"

Country music star Luke Bryan raises over $300,000 through a benefit concert in Jupiter, Florida, to support arts and music education in two schools in Palm Beach County. The concert featured performances by students from Bak Middle School of the Arts and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, and Bryan expressed his commitment to providing students with quality instruments and technology for their music education.

via WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm|

#charity-concert #entertainment #fundraising