ICYMI: Hurricane Season Preparation & Coronavirus

The City of West Palm Beach is encouraging residents to add COVID-related items to their emergency kits.

Mayor’s Task Force For Racial And Ethnic Equality Established

The group will make recommendations on its first project by Sept. 30.

Grassy Waters Preserve Of West Palm Beach Announces Fishing Pier Improvement Project

The work begins on July 13.

West Palm Beach Police Department Kicks Off 2020 ‘Building Bridges’ Program

Through summer internships, police officers and staff will interact with and educate youth.

West Palm Beach Road & Dock Closures Update For The Week Of July 12

Closure updates can be viewed on the Waze app or online.

West Palm Beach Achieves Favorable Legal Ruling Over Okeechobee Business District

The Okeechobee Business District paves the way for a new era of growth in Downtown West Palm Beach.

Did You Know: Fun Facts About Grassy Waters Preserve

Of the more than 326 trillion gallons of water on Earth, Grassy Waters hosts on average 20,020,285,440 gallons.

City Highlights West Palm Beach PD Policies

The police department established its Use of Force Review Board in November 2019.

City Names Christopher Roog As Successful CRA Executive Director Candidate

He currently serves as the West Palm Beach Economic Development Director.

City Of West Palm Beach To Hold Municipal Election On Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Voters will chose City Commissioners for District 2 and District 4.

Coronavirus Cases Spiking in West Palm Beach County

The county has shown a 9.6% positive rate over the past two weeks.

West Palm Beach Road & Dock Closures Update

The notice is for the week of July 5.

West Palm Beach Coronavirus Press Conference Set For July 2

The 9 a.m. event will be livestreamed on the city's Facebook page.

West Palm Beach Fire Station #4 Earns Environmental Design Certification

The station serves the Grandview Heights, Pineapple Park, Flamingo Park, and El Cid neighborhoods.

City Of West Palm Beach Plans For Socially Safe DIY 4th Of July

In lieu of the annual 4th on Flagler celebration, officials are encouraging residents to have porch parties.

How To Participate In West Palm Beach Virtual Public Meetings

The sessions are being broadcast through multiple mediums.

West Palm Beach Residents Encouraged To Apply For CARES Mortgage Assistance Program

Funds are available as a grant to cover up to four months’ mortgage payments, not to exceed $10,000.

WPB Together Heroes Jack, Diana Weir Donate $10k To Mayor’s Coronavirus Relief And Recovery Fund

The funds will be used meals, housing/rental assistance, small business assistance, and more.

The WPB Fire Department Offers Safety Tips To Prevent Fire, Injury, On July 4

The department says a responsible adult needs to supervise all fireworks activity.

WPB Mayor, HUD Secretary Dr. Ben Carson, Community Partners Celebrate Home At Tamarind

A ceremonial ribbon cutting was held to mark the opening of the city’s latest affordable housing community.

West Palm Beach Wins Legal Fight Over Okeechobee District

The mayor says the order provides further evidence that the city took all the necessary steps to properly establish the business district.

West Palm Beach Road & Dock Closures Update: Week Of June 21

Some closures will last a week or less, others are ongoing.

City Of West Palm Beach Recent Policy Actions Announced

The city commission has approved appropriations for MLK Memorial improvements and capital projects for utilities.

West Palm Beach Officials: Follow CDC Guidance To Prevent The Spread Of Coronavirus

The wearing of cloth face coverings is strongly encouraged.

Trump Tax Break For The Poor Went To Rich GOP Donor

Wealthy donors Wayne Huizenga Jr. and Jeff Vinik lobbied then-Gov. Rick Scott for the lucrative tax break — and won it.

Mayor Advocates For City Of West Palm Beach In Washington

Mayor James met with lawmakers on behalf of the City of West Palm Beach on June 11.

Mayor James Welcomes 30 Student Interns To City Hall

Students gain experience, education through a summer program.

Jury Awards $4 To Family Of Man Killed By Florida Deputy

A sheriff's deputy fired through a garage door four times, killing Gregory Hill. He was found dead inside with an unloaded handgun.

Florida City Broadcasts Alert: Beware Power Outage — And Zombies

"Power outage and zombie alert for residents of Lake Worth and Terminus," part of the alert read. See the entire alert here.

Prices Skyrocket For Trump's New Years' Eve Bash At Mar-a-Lago

The opulent party in the Donald J. Trump Grand Ballroom​​​ will feature a red carpet entrance, multi-course meal and popular cover band.

Rep. Alcee Hastings​ Sex Harassment Suit Settled For $220K: NBC

Taxpayers footed the bill for the settlement, which Hastings said he wasn't aware of until last Friday.

Don King Joined Trump At Mar-a-Lago Over Holiday: Daughter

King’s daughter wrote on Instagram, “dinner with dad and The President at Mar-a-Lago Friday night is one I will always remember.”

Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Latest West Palm Beach-Area Cellphone Outages

Overall, the FCC said 5.8 percent of cell sites in Florida were out of service Saturday, down from 8.5 percent Friday.

Hurricane Irma Aftermath: Latest West Palm Beach-Area Cellphone Outages

Overall, the FCC said 8.5 percent of cell sites in Florida were out of service Friday, down from 13.4 percent Thursday.

Hurricane Irma: Here's The Latest Breakdown Of West Palm Beach-Area Cellphone Outages

The Federal Communications Commission said Wednesday that 18.1 percent of cell sites in Florida were without service.

Hurricane Irma Florida: Areas Near Lake Okeechobee Ordered To Evacuate

The same area was hit in 1928 by the Okeechobee hurricane. The dikes failed then and at least 2,500 people drowned.

Any Half-Decent Hacker Could Break Into Mar-a-Lago

ProPublica and Gizmodo tested internet security at four Trump properties. It’s not good.