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Car Stalls, Is Struck By Brightline Train In South Palm Beach County
LAKE WORTH BEACH (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) - A terrifying situation is under investigation in Lake Worth Beach Thursday afternoon where a car stalled on train tracks and was struck by a Brightline Train.
Car Struck By Brightline Train, Driver Sustains Just Minor Injuries
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) - A man in his 70s sustained just minor injuries Sunday afternoon when the car he was driving was struck by a northbound Brightline Train. It happened in the area of East Lantana Road and the Brightline tracks.
Driver of fire truck struck by Brightline train is fired
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — The city of Delray Beach has dismissed the firefighter who was driving the fire truck struck by a Brightline train in December. City Manager Terrence Moore announced the firing of firefighter David Wyatt in a press release today (April 10), WPBF-TV reports. Moore said the incident “revealed a pattern of carelessness and poor judgment that went beyond an isolated error.
Pedestrian Struck By Brightline Train In Boca Raton, Dies
BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Brightline train just before midnight in Boca Raton. The investigation continues Saturday morning. According to sources familiar with the incident and the emergency response, police and paramedics were called to the area of 3999 North Dixie Highway around 11:58 p.m. Friday. The address is just north of the Boca Raton Brightline station.
One Dead In Delray Beach, Struck By Brightline Train
BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com DELRAY BEACH, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A woman is dead after being struck by a Brightline Train Tuesday evening in Delray Beach. Delray Beach PD is now asking for witnesses come forward. The department issued this statement to BocaNewsNow.com.
Man Struck By Brightline Train On Tracks Near West Palm Beach Station
A man was struck and killed by a Brightline train while on the tracks in downtown West Palm Beach on Tuesday. It happened across from the Palm Beach County Courthouse and just a few blocks north of the West Palm Beach Brightline train station. The man identified as 69-year old Gary Millar was trying to cross the tracks when he was struck by a northbound train, according to police who say the crossing arms were down at the time. According to reports, Millar was a courthouse employee.
'Trespasser' Killed On Tracks In Fort Pierce By Brightline Train Original
Photo: Getty Images North America A person has been struck and killed by a Brightline train along the Treasure Coast. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office says a trespasser on the tracks near Midway Road in Fort Pierce was hit by a train just before 9 a.m. Thursday. The crash comes less than a week after Brightline has expanded its service to Orlando. No further details are known. Law enforcement says that nearly all of these types of crashes involving trains are suicides.
Pedestrian Struck By Brightline Train In Delray Beach
BY: 24/7 CRIME DESK | BocaNewsNow.com DELRAY BEACH, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2023 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The investigation continues this morning into a Brightline Train that struck and killed pedestrian in Delray Beach late Monday night. Delray Beach Police tell BocaNewsNow.com that the train hit the male around 10 p.m. in the area between the 1600 and 2300 block of North Old Dixie Highway.
Person Killed, Struck By Brightline Train In North Broward County
BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com BROWARD COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2023 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A person is dead following a Brightline Incident in Pompano Beach during the 8 a.m. hour. The incident occurred in the area of Dixie Highway and Northeast 6th Street. Brightline service appears to be stopped as of 9:30 a.m. as police remain on the scene. It was not immediately clear how the person interacted with the train. It was also unclear if this was an accident or suicide.
Port Charlotte man in critical condition after Bicycle crash
FHP says they responded to a crash in Port Charlotte at 9 P.M. on US 41 (Tamiami Trail) and Cochran Boulevard, involving a SUV and cyclist.The driver of the SUV had no reported injuries, but the man on the bicycle is in critical condition.This crash is currently under investigation.
Bicyclist critical after vehicle crash on U.S. 41
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CoolToday Park Announces 2022 Movie Nights
STORY POSTED 43 MINUTES AGO NORTH PORT, Fla. (CW44 News At 10)- The Spring Training home for the Atlanta Braves, CoolToday Park, has announced its 2022 movie nights. The family-friendly movie nights, presented by Sharky's on the Pier, Fins & Snook Haven, provide a fun night for the kids during the summer...
DAVOS DIARY: Train, not plane means scenery, carbon cutting
The World Economic Forum is encouraging European attendees to come to its exclusive gathering in the Swiss Alps by train... Posted in: ★ RELATED STORIES IN FLORIDA ★ ★ RECENT ARTICLES IN FLORIDA BUSINESS ★ 14:28 Lawmakers Eye Roof Claims, Lawsuits, Reinsurance 14:28 PSC Hopefuls Can Apply for Seats 13:18 EXPLAINER: What are the key climate themes at Davos?
Four-run ninth seals 9-2 win for Twins over Royals
STORY POSTED 11 MINUTES AGO Joe Ryan struck out six and the Minnesota Twins capped the game with a four-run ninth inning for a 9-2 win over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night. Ryan (5-2) allowed one run on five hits in 5 2/3 innings with six strikeouts. Minnesota had a pair of two-run...
Barry Puts Three On Women's At-Large Academic All-Region
STORY POSTED 24 MINUTES AGO MIAMI SHORES, Fla.-The Barry Buccaneers put three members on the Women's At-Large Academic All-South Region Team, announced by the College Sports Information Director's of America (CoSIDA) on Thursday.
A Brightline train just rolled into an Orlando station. What to know about the trip
STORY POSTED 14 MINUTES AGO A Brightline train made its first appearance in Orlando this week in a test run as the high-speed rail company continues construction of a station at the city's airport. Bright ...
Driver Dead After Jeep Hit By Brightline Train In Hollywood (Video)
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Royal Palm Beach man wins $2M playing Florida Lottery
A Royal Palm Beach man just became one of Florida's newest millionaires.Lottery officials announced Wednesday that Craig House, 62, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $10 Gold Rush Supreme scratch-off game. House chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,760,000.Officials...
600 civilians died in Mariupol theater airstrike
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25 dogs slated for euthanasia rescued by Vero Beach shelter, adoption fees waived
STORY POSTED 47 MINUTES AGO Twenty-five dogs rescued from a rural shelter in Florida that is at capacity will be up for adoption at the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County.The dogs are expected to arrive at the Treasure Coast adoption shelter Thursday afternoon.HSVB rescued the dogs after hearing...
Palm Beach County student-athletes learn to become school leaders
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Sweetwater Affordable Housing For Seniors Gets $2 Million Boost From Miami-Dade County
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – More affordable housing is coming to the Sweetwater community. On Wednesday, Miami-Dade Commission Chairman Jose “Pepe” Diaz presented a two million dollar check to help open the doors of the Lil Abner Apartments. READ MORE: Two Men Injured In Shooting At Fort Lauderdale's Booze Garden Club “With costs going up between 20 and 40% for materials and workmanship, it’s important for the county to understand that we need more projects like this,” he said.
Two-County Police Pursuit Ends With Man In Custody In Miramar
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The police pursuit of a black sedan through residential streets in Northwest Miami-Dade on Wednesday morning ended in Miramar with the driver being taken into custody. The high-speed pursuit of the black BMW sedan was conducted by Miami-Dade police aerial units. READ MORE: Two Men Injured In Shooting At Fort Lauderdale's Booze Garden Club Ground units stayed away from the vehicle to keep the public safe.
Miami Weather: Mostly Sunny Morning, Showers & Storms Fire Up In Afternoon, Evening Original
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – After a mostly sunny morning, afternoon highs will climb to the mid to upper 80s across most of South Florida. The heating of the day combined with a surge of moisture will lead to storms developing in the afternoon and evening. Some storms may produce some heavy downpours, gusty winds, and a slight chance of hail.
Driver Dead After Jeep Hit By Brightline Train In Hollywood Original
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – A driver who was hospitalized Tuesday after his Jeep was struck by a Brightline train in Hollywood has died. It happened near North Dixie Highway and Garfield Street. READ MORE: Miami Weather: Mostly Sunny Morning, Showers & Storms Fire Up In Afternoon, Evening Brightline said at the time of the crash, the gates were down but the individual drove around them. On Monday, 27-year-old Jacob Bresnahan was killed after his vehicle was struck by a Brightline train in Pompano Beach.
Houston Astros’ Dusty Baker Becomes First Black Manager to Win 2,000 Baseball Games in the Major Leagues
Major League Baseball has noted a milestone never before achieved by a Black manager. With his latest victory, Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker has become the latest manager to win 2,000 games in the MLB while making him the first Black person to do so. According to MLB.com, The 72-year-old Baker became the 12th AL/NL manager to reach 2,000 wins when the Houston Astors defeated the Seattle Mariners in a shutout win at home, 4-0 at Minute Maid Park.
Maison Des Champs arrested after scaling 61-story Salesforce Tower in San Francisco
A man was arrested Tuesday morning after he climbed the 61-story Salesforce Tower in San Francisco. The San Francisco Fire Department tweeted a picture of the man, who appeared to be high up the tower, the tallest in the Bay Area. Police identified the climber as 22 year-old Maison Des Champs of Las Vegas. After scaling the tower, Des Champs was arrested for trespassing and resisting arrest, the San Francisco Police Department said. He was cited and released, according to SFPD.
Netflix canceling shows amid rare subscriber slump
Netflix’s shrinking subscriber base and stock price are a reckoning for the company, raising question about its growth prospects in the increasingly competitive streaming business. “At almost every single impasse they have faced before, the company found a way to safely maneuver before hitting the wall,” MoffettNathanson Research analysts said in a report.
Fentanyl Promo (Video)
STORY POSTED 24 MINUTES AGO One pill can kill. #Fentanyl is causing a spike in overdose deaths in South Florida. Tonight at 11, one mother's warning for all parents as CBS4's Ted Scouten shows you the signs to look for to protect your loved ones. #cbsnewsmiami #onepillcankill #fentanylcrisis...
Backlash Over Leaked US Supreme Court Opinion On Roe V Wade (Video)
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Amber Heard's lawyers call witnesses as testimony continues in libel lawsuit filed by Johnny Depp
Testimony is set to continue Wednesday after Amber Heard’s attorneys started their defense of the actor, who is being sued by ex-husband and Hollywood star Johnny Depp. Psychologist Dawn Hughes, who was the first witness to take the stand on Heard’s behalf after Depp’s lawyers rested their case Tuesday morning in the libel trial, testified that Heard suffered post-traumatic stress disorder from violence she suffered at the hands of Depp, including multiple acts of sexual assault.
Real Madrid vs. Manchester City: Champions League live stream, TV channel, watch online, prediction, odds
With one Champions League final spot already booked, the second will be decided on Wednesday as Real Madrid host Manchester City in the semifinal second leg in the Spanish capital. City won last week’s first leg, 4-3, in an all-time UCL classic, but the tie is far from decided thanks to Karim Benzema’s brace. A one-goal win for Los Blancos means extra time, while all City need is a draw or victory to make back-to-back finals. Liverpool await the victor.
PEPSI® Spotlights Female Trailblazers in Music For Mary J. Blige’s Inaugural Strength of a Woman Festival
Purchase, NY, May 4, 2022 — In partnership with Mary J. Blige, Pepsi – co-presenter of the inaugural “Strength of a Woman Festival & Summit” during Mother’s Day weekend in Atlanta, Georgia – announces a full three days of immersive programming to help elevate, entertain, and educate women in the Atlanta area and beyond. With a lineup of iconic female music superstars including Mary J.
Comedian Dave Chappelle attacked while performing onstage
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Sacramento shooting: 3 charged with murder are eligible for death penalty in California
Exactly one month after a shooting in downtown Sacramento left six people dead, officials announced murder charges for three suspected gunmen. Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert said charges were filed Tuesday against Smiley Martin, his brother Dandrae Martin and Mtula Payton, who has not yet been arrested. All three suspects are charged with the murder of bystanders Johntaya Alexander, Melinda Davis and Yamile Martinez.
Social Media Influencer James Wright Puts Walmart on Blast For Not Getting Paid After Patti LaBelle’s Pies Broke Record Sales
In a passionate YouTube review, social media influencer James Wright gave his viewers a reason to run to Walmart and stock up on Pattie LaBelle‘s sweet potato pies. Now, he wants his coins for the record-breaking sales after his video went viral. According to CNBC, John Forrest Ales, director of corporate communications at Walmart, confirmed that the mega retail giant sold one pie per second for 72 hours immediately after Wright’s video took off.
Russia hits Lviv again as Putin's campaign of terror focuses on Ukraine's shell-shocked east
Lysychansk, Ukraine — Russian missiles hit the western Ukrainian city of Lviv early Wednesday morning, slamming into three power stations, injuring two people and knocking out power in the region. Lviv has been a destination for many fleeing the battle zones hundreds of miles away in eastern Ukraine, and while it has been targeted a few times, it’s largely been spared from the most intense fighting.
Hurricane Season 2022: Now Is The Time To Review Your Insurance Policy
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Hurricane season is less than a month away and this week is hurricane preparedness week. Insurance agents are reminding everyone to check on their policy and make sure they are prepared. READ MORE: Pompano Beach Student Accused Of Making School Threat To Face Judge Allstate agent Lisa Faina said it’s important to walk around your property and take a digital inventory before a storm. She also stressed the importance of knowing your coverage.
Pompano Beach Student Accused Of Making School Threat To Face Judge
FORT LAUDERDALE (CBSMiami) – A Pompano Beach student is set to go before a judge a week after he reportedly threatened to shoot up his school. The 12-year-old, a student at Crystal Lake Middle School, allegedly posted the threat online.
Florida Man Charged With Abusing Children Over 48 Years
A Florida man already accused of child sexual abuse now faces new charges after victims came forward from as far back as 1972. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said in a news release that 62-year-old Thomas Lair is facing a total of 15 counts of molestation and sexual battery....
27-Year-Old Man Killed After Being Struck By Brightline Train In Pompano Beach
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27-Year-Old Man Killed After Being Struck By Brightline Train In Pompano Beach
FORT LAUDERDALE (CBSMiami) – A man was killed early Monday morning after being struck by a Brightline train in Pompano Beach. It happened just after 5:30 a.m. at N Dixie Highway and NW 6 Street. READ MORE: Miami Weather: Partly Cloudy & Warm, Rain Chance Increases Wednesday Brightline said the gates were down signaling an oncoming train and the individual drove around them. Witnesses say the man was sitting in his truck on the train tracks when he was hit.
NE Miami-Dade Drive-By Shooting Leaves Man Dead, Woman Hospitalized
By CBSMiami.com Team MIAMI (CBSMiami) – A man has been killed Monday afternoon following a drive-by shooting in northeast Miami-Dade. Chopper4 flew over the scene on NE 6 Avenue, near 183 Street and I-95. READ MORE: Brian Flores’ Lawyer Tells Judge It’s ‘Unconscionable’ For NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell To Arbitrate Suit The male victim was pronounced dead on the scene. A woman was rushed to a local hospital with a gunshot wound to the hand.
Melanoma Monday Highlights Most Serious Form Of Skin Cancer
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Melanoma Monday is a day to raise awareness for the most serious form of skin cancer. Melanoma is one of the most common cancers found in young adults, especially young women. Leah Adams said her life forever changed after being diagnosed with melanoma two and a half years ago. She was 26.
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Child Mind Institute is launching its ” Dare to Share” campaign, which features celebrities sharing their personal mental health struggles. It’s part of an effort to encourage kids to talk about their own mental health issues. Grammy winner Pink is part of the new campaign.
Russell, Higgins Jump Into Race To Run Against Salazar
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – After months of not finding a candidate to run against Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, Democrats now find themselves with two candidates and a what may be an expensive and highly contested primary. CBS Miami has learned Miami City Commissioner Ken Russell is dropping out of the U.S. Senate race to run against Salazar.
Two South Floridians Scored A Million Dollars Each Playing Florida Lottery Scratch Off Game
By CBSMiami.com Team TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami) – Two South Floridians who played the Florida Lottery’s 500X THE CASH scratch-off game won a million dollars each. Rene Garcia, 51, of Miramar, and John Kennedy, 52, of Lantana, each chose to receive their winnings in a one-time lump-sum payment of $820,000. READ MORE: Fleet Week Returns To South Florida After 2-Year Hiatus Garcia purchased her winning ticket at a Publix on Pines Boulevard in Pembroke Pines.
Fleet Week Returns To South Florida After 2-Year Hiatus
FORT LAUDERDALE (CBSMiami) — Fleet Week is back! The festivities kicked off on Sunday with an All Hands on Deck Welcoming Party and Concert featuring Sailors, Coast Guardsmen and sea cadets at the Las Olas Oceanside Park. The fun lasts all week long following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
25 Years Later, Family Seeks Closure In Case Known As Miramar’s Most Heinous Murder
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Holding a banner with the faces of her murdered family, Alberthe Mardy, and her sister Carline Laverne still mourn the three generations of family that were murdered 25 years ago, in what’s known as Miramar’s most heinous murder. “We are the family,” said Carline Laverne. “We are extremely thirsty for justice, 25 years is too long. We want closure,” she said.
The Women Behind the Miami HEAT Dancers: Crystal and Natalia
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