New Heat head coach to chat with fans
Erik Spoelstra to Chat with Fans on Thursday, 1 p.m.

House passes bill that would create training and certification
The bill creates a voluntary certification system for the dispatchers.

15 manatees being cared for at hospital
The newest patients are a 1,625-pound cow and her 69-pound male offspring.

Florida's Turnpike reopened at YeeHaw Junction
The Turnpike at YeeHaw Junction is now reopened

Jensen fire ruled an "accident"
Investigators say an accidental electrical fire broke out in the gated community of Eagle Marsh this morning, quickly burning through the roof and torching everything inside. Slideshow inside.

Police find marijuana growhouse
Okeechobee Sheriff says they found pot plants valued at more than $600,000.

Local event for wounded soldiers
Thursday night event benefits injured and fallen soldiers and their families

Carriage rides in Stuart
Starting tonight, you can enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride through downtown Stuart.

Suspect from FAU makes court appearance
Omar Graham is being held on $35,000 bond.

5-year-old boy shot
A five-year-old boy found a gun, picked it up, and shot himself in the leg.

Oxygen tank explodes, injuring man
Martin County fire officials say it appears an oxygen tank exploded this afternoon at a Tropical Farms business park, injuring a man.

Brush fire contained; I-95 now reopened
The fire closed I-95 in both directions. St. Lucie County Fire Rescue crews remain on the scene.

"D.C. Madam" commits suicide
Police: Woman convicted of running a high-end Washington prostitution ring killed herself in a Florida Gulf Coast town.

Gas prices driving people to change what they drive
With fuel prices approaching $4 a gallon more people are consider two wheels instead of four.

Golf cart battery sets off carbon monoxide detector
Couple says battery from golf cart caused carbon monoxide problem.

How you can help Haiti
Several drop-off areas and times have been set up locally to collect food for Haiti.

Smoking banned at Boca parks
Three parks in Boca Raton have issued a new 'No Smoking' rule.

Contact 5 Investigates: E.R. Wait Times
Contact Five's Shannon Cake investigates E.R. wait times and offers ways to navigate the E.R. during your next visit.

Smoke could cause problems on 95
A brush fire shut down I-95 in St. Lucie County for about half and hour Thursday. Lingering smoke could cause problems for drivers.

Bank robber ID'd by teller who trained him
One bank teller I.D's another in attempted bank robbery

Woman being sought for credit card theft
Closed circuit photos show suspect in Wellington Walgreens

Kentucky Derby
The field is set for Saturday's Kentucky Derby.

Food stamp fraud
3 South Florida residents charged with food stamp fraud

Emergency contraception bill in trouble
The Legislature is set to end its annual session without passing a bill

Stiffer penalties for marijuana grow houses
Florida to get tougher on those who run an indoor grow house to cultivate marijuana.

Lawmakers want to change lyrics of state song
"Racially insensitive" state song may get new lyrics.

Stormy times at the hurricane center?
Study finds low morale among employees at the National Hurricane Center.

SunFest 2008
Click for full entertainment schedule and how to meet your favorite WPTV personalities.

Florida Keys alligator dies from eating toy turtle
Small plastic toy brings down 9-foot gator.

FAU students celebrate graduation
FAU holds three commencement ceremonies today.

Teen arrested for beating at convenience store
Police say the beating occured after the accused saw the victim "staring at him". Read the police report.

Tornados caught on tape
Watch this awesome video of tornadoes that touched down in Oklahoma on Thursday.

Confessed killer to be extradited to Florida
The confessed killer of a Georgia hiker will be extradited to Florida where he faces murder and kidnapping charges in another case.

Local photographer wins huge award
Michael Patrick O'Neill, of Palm Beach Gardens, just took home first place for his category in the 65th Annual Picture of the Year competition. See the incredible slideshow!

Riviera Beach soldier home from Iraq
A soldier returns home from war on his birthday. Watch the reunion.

Former "Biggest Loser" contestants make headlines
When you compare Amy and Marty Wolfe today with the way they looked a few years ago… well, you just wouldn't recognize them.

Martin County fugitive arrested in Georgia
Martin County authorities have announced the arrest of 19-year-old McKenzie Dwayne Rogers.

DNA law designed to protect jobs, medical coverage
The law would give a person's DNA the same legal protection as race, gender or religion.

Rio residents outraged over peacock attack
A Palm City veterinary clinic is caring for a peacock which doctors say was shot by a pellet gun. See slide show and x-rays.

Palm Beach officer loses job after wild ride
A former Palm Beach police officer will not be rehired. Watch the "wild ride" video.

Sunfest opening act is Boca's own
Fergie will perform at Sunfest Friday night and her opening act, Hilary McRae, hails from Boca Raton. If you haven't heard her tunes, you will soon.

"Miracle" boy faces new challenge
A five-year-old miraculously survives a genetic disorder and brain surgery. Now, he faces yet another challenge.

Cab driver fends off robbers
Stuart Police hope these surveillance pictures will help identify two men. A taxi driver says the two robbed him Thursday morning.

Gardens couple says bounty hunters harassed them
The banging on the door jolted Howard and Elaine Beardsley and their young son out of a deep sleep. At their door, a team of men looking for a fugitive.

Coral snake kills family pet
An Acreage family lost a member of the family to an unexpected danger lurking in their backyard. What they want all pet owners to know.

Teen in critical condition after alleged gang beating
A teen was hit so hard in a fight he's on a ventilator in critical condition.

Car into canal
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office dive team conducted an all-day search to locate the driver of a car in a canal.

Florida's 60 day session comes to an end
In Tallahassee Friday night, the ceremonial hankie went up in the air, ending the Legislature's 60 day session.

Two escaped monkeys captured
Two monkeys that escaped from a Florida wildlife preserve have been captured.

Foreclosure bus hits the road
The housing market is filling up with foreclosed properties. So a Wellington realtor is trying to get people "on board" with finding big bargains.

Torso found on train tracks
Detectives are investigating the death of an unidentified male found along the train tracks in West Palm Beach.

12-year-old boy's life celebrated
Loved ones celebrated the life of the 12-year old boy who was struck and killed by a car last week.

Deadly diving accident
Detectives say a woman scuba diving off the coast of Palm Beach died this afternoon.

Child struck by pizza delivery car
Deputies say a ten-year-old on his bike was hit by a pizza delivery vehicle in Wellington.

5 injured when van hits house
Five people are injured when a van hits a home.

Cuban father pays price for daughter's custody
A father pays a price for the custody of his daughter.

Baby killed in apartment fire
Delray Beach firefighters found a 10-month-old baby dead at an apartment complex on Auburn Circle.

Violent Crimes Task Force investigates Belle Glade shooting
The Palm Beach County Violent Crimes Task Force is investigating a shooting in Belle Glade.

Space Shuttle Discovery waits on launch pad
Space Shuttle Discovery is on the launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center.

Sunfest wedding
It's the last night of Sunfest and the first day of the rest of their lives!

National survey finds gas prices up 15 cents
Survey finds that gas prices around the country are up and continue to climb.

Miley Cyrus performs at Disney event
Hannah Montana actress performs at an event for Disney in Orlando.

Coast Guard rescues missing divers
Two missing divers are found by the Coast Guard and rescued.

Lake Okeechobee water levels evaluated by engineers
A new plan for Lake Okeechobee to help aging dike.

Disabled veterans jump out of plane
A dozen disabled veterans jump out of an airplane for fun.

Woman arrested for stealing credit cards
A woman ends up in jail for stealing credit cards and going on a shopping spree.

Coyote found in North Palm Beach neighborhood
Instead of finding a dog stuck in a storm drain, a coyote is found and rescued.

Driver alert: Okeechobee construction work begins
2-year construction project gets underway on Okeechobee Boulevard in Palm Beach County

One ticket wins Florida Lotto
Ticket purchased at Deerfield Beach service station wins $6 million jackpot

Cyberbullying seminar this week
School district conducting a summit on cyberbullying

Children’s storage bins sold at Lowe’s stores recalled
Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Work Opportunities Unlimited
Employers, no matter what the business... face the same dilemma day in and day out... finding, and keeping good, solid workers.

Man shoots woman, kills self at Aventura Mall
Authorities say a man shot a woman leaving the parking garage of a South Florida mall then killed himself in an attempted murder-suicide.

Teens find solutions to stop violence
7000 Palm Beach County Middle School kids participated in the "Do the Write Thing Challenge."

3-year-old found wandering overnight
PBSO says it has located the parents of a child named "Don" who was discovered walking along Hypoluxo Road in Boynton Beach early Monday morning.

Palm Beach home engulfed in flames
Massive fire in a 5,500 square foot home on Palm Beach. Watch the raw video.

School lunch taking a bigger bite
The cost of a school lunch in Palm Beach County could go up. Those running the school lunch program say they’re willing to raise the price to keep healthy food on the plates.

Caller ID "Anti-Spoofing" Law
The St. Lucie County sheriff's office helped write a new Florida law cracking down on caller ID "spoofing" when the technology is used to defraud. Read the new law here

Boca police officer found dead in his home
The officer was on administrative leave while police investigated claims that he sexually battered a woman. Hear the 9-1-1 call.

D.C. Madam apologized in suicide notes
Police have released suicide notes written by D.C. madam Deborah Jean Palfrey to her sister and mother. Read the suicide notes here.

Locals help Myanmar cyclone victims
Myanmar's government says fifteen thousand people died in a cyclone over the weekend. A local group, trying to help, says that number could go even higher.

Logging on to beat cyberbullying
Parents, teachers, principals and community leaders get together to learn more about cyberbullying: how to recognize, combat it and make rules about internet use.

Good Question: Am I willing to sweat to get better gas mileage?
In this economy, we're all trying to save a buck and get better gas mileage.

Speed Trap website -- does it work?
A website claims to help fast drivers zip around police speed traps. NewsChannel 5 puts it to the test along the Treasure Coast.

School employees had sex on campus
An investigation uncovered they had sexual affairs at Pahokee Middle Senior High; all three employees have resigned.

Nominate your favorite teacher
It's National Teacher Day -- let us know who your favorite teacher is!

Florida wants to join No Child Left Behind experiment
Many schools that get good grades from the state fail to pass the bar set by the federal No Child Left Behind Act.

Space shuttle Discovery crew due in Cape Canaveral
The crew members of space shuttle Discovery are arriving in Cape Canaveral today.

Jury to deliberate for second day on canker lawsuit
The state says it shouldn't have to pay the homeowners a dime.

New law could make phone spoofing illegal in St. Lucie County
Violations will be a first-degree misdemeanor.

Onward Manufacturing recalls gas grills
The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire

Georgia Aquarium getting an expansion
Georgia Aquarium to undergo $100 million expansion

Man is suspect in at least twenty different robberies
Broward County Sherrif's Office releases sketch of suspect targeting migrant workers.

Police: Stripper stole customer's car
Martin County sheriff's deputies say an adult dancer went home with a man, spent the night, and drove away in his Volkswagen Passat. Inside: Read the police report.

Ultralight plane crash at Miami plant nursery
A two-seater ultralight plane crashed in a Miami-Dade County plant nursery Monday evening.

Giant fire creating odor and haze
A fire on the west side of Lake Okeechobee is creating a foul odor and haze that people across all of South Florida are smelling & seeing. See Chopper 5 video of the fire.

Chrysler Promotion - $2.99 gas - for the next 3 years!
Wanna lock-in $3 gas? Gas woes fuel promotions.

Riverdance performance canceled
Tuesday night’s performance of Riverdance at the Kravis Center is canceled.

Infant killed in fire died from smoke inhalation
Preliminary autopsy results reveal 10-month-old De'Adrian Wilson died as a result of smoke inhalation.

Treasure hunters search Treasure Coast
A treasure hunting team will be searching the waters just south of the St. Lucie nuclear power plant, hoping to find a trace of an 18th century Spanish galleon.

Teachers forced to buy toner or paper
That's what some teachers at a Loxahatchee school are being asked to do, thanks to big cuts in the district budget.

Obama wins NC, Clinton Wins IN
Barack Obama won Democratic presidential primary in North Carolina, while Hillary Clinton won a narrow victory in the Indiana primary.

Texas woman sympathizes with fired Palm Beach police officer
The sleeping medication Ambien is known to cause a side effect called "sleep driving," a far more dangerous side-effect than sleep walking.

Weapon on wheels snares bad drivers
Police have their radar guns, planes in the air and citizens calling them about bad drivers. Now Treasure Coast deputies have a new weapon.

Report reveals danger in baby furniture
A new report shows some baby furniture could expose infants to unhealthy levels of formaldehyde.

FHP re-opens I-95
I-95 & Florida's Turnpike have now fully re-opened after dense fog closed them down for much of the early morning rush hour

City commission wants Florida divided in half
Should Florida be sliced in half? The North Lauderdale city commission thinks so.

Reservoir larger than Manhattan planned to help Everglades
Around South Florida's vast sugar cane fields the silence of the swamp is broken by the sound of rumbling trucks and explosions.

Governor signs $1.2M compensation bill for abused girl
Marissa Amora was admitted to Miami Children's Hospital in 2000

Jury awards $11.5 million in citrus case
That's after a jury reached a verdict late yesterday in a class-action lawsuit.

City commission calls for Florida to be divided
North Lauderdale city commission calls for splitting state into North Fla. and South Fla.

Student struck by truck
Accident occured at Melalueca Lane and Kirk Road at 6:19 am this morning.

8-week-old kitten thrown from car
His lower jaw is badly injured, and all four feet are bruised and broken.

Bikini "teacher" Playboy offer
Former high school biology teacher now weighing offer to pose in Playboy Slideshow inside.

Police: Man rips off wife's prosthetic leg during fight
A man accused of ripping off his wife's prosthetic leg and pants after becoming “possessed” is facing a battery charge, according to a police report released Wednesday.

Cause of death released in Palm Beach fire
Fire officials say a Palm Beach caretaker ,Jimmy Heyman ,died from smoke inhalataion. The home he cared for caught on fire Monday.

Teacher charged with molesting student
Indian River County sheriff's deputies arrested a Sebastian River High School teacher today, charging him with molesting a 15-year old student.  Read the arrest report.

WPB cameras are watching
Cameras were installed throughout WPB to reduce crime. Is the much touted program having an affect?

"Walker, Texas Ranger" actor in local play
Actor Clarence Gilyard plays an 81-year-old man with a lesson for the young.

Beer prices going higher
Fuel, even pizza prices are heading higher. Now beer is about to 'tap' drinkers' wallets.

Underwater Wednesday's: Ross Powers Feature
He has created some of the world’s most intriguing sculptures and the best part; divers are getting an up close look.

Help for coral reefs
A bill, passed in the Florida Legistature last week, paves the way to seal off 6 sewerage outfall pipes off Florida's southeast coast by 2025. See the slideshow.

Boca Raton man accused of soliciting sex from minor
Internet predators exist. But fortunately, authorities are patrolling the web to catch them.

Brush fire in Western Boca Raton
A prescribed burn in suburban Boca goes out of control. Fire-rescue officals fight to put out the 100 plus acre blaze. View slide show of aerial pictures.

Police beating caught on tape
Philadelphia police officers videotaped beating suspects. Watch events unfold.

Board votes on fate of bus driver and aide
It's a story NewsChannel 5 first brought you in January. The Palm Beach County School District voted on the termination of a bus driver and aide.

Serious rollover crash in Delray Beach
Seven people were transported to Delray Medical Center after the truck they were riding in rolled over.

Mother fighting for treatment for baby
The state recognizes the need to give RSV shots year-round to infants on Medicaid, but private insurance companies do not.

Popular teacher arrested for lewd acts
Students he taught tell us he seemed more like a friend than a teacher. Deputies say a Sebastian man got too friendly with some students.

Treasure coast sheriffs express concerns over future budget & staffing
There's some good news about law enforcement protection on the Treasure Coast.

Teen charged in fatal 2007 accident
18-year-old accused of hitting a motorcycle causing two deaths is being charged with vehicular manslaughter, police say.

FCAT writing scores out today
Little change in 2008 Florida standardized test writing scores

Device promises to save 60% at the pump
It's a device that claims to save boost your fuel economy, but does it work? NewsChannel 5 puts it to test.

Trappers remove 3 gators
Alligators near students keep trappers busy in western Palm Beach County. See video of gator being trapped.

Smoky weekend expected
FL Division of Forestry estimates Lake Okeechobee wildfire now covering about 5,800 acres. It is expected to continue to burn for several more days, possibly another week or more.

Boca brush fire was originally set intentionally
The blaze that charred 100 acres was supposed to be a controlled burn set by water managers.

No more movies in Florida?
Law makers are cutting incentives that lure the movie industry to Florida. Some believe that there will still be "action."

Ethanol blended fuel linked to engine trouble
Service managers at several local car dealerships report a surge in cars with engine troubles, which they trace to contaminated fuel.

Missing endangered adult
The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating a missing, possibly endangered adult.

Victim in attempted armed robbery, shooting speaks
Police say a jewelry vendor was sitting inside his SUV when thieves smashed his windows, attempting to rob him.Listen to the 911 call.

Student says she learned nothing from bikini teacher
A 10th grader worries she's going to fail Biology. She says her teacher was more concerned about posing for Maxim than teaching her class.

Looking for cheap gas?
Websites can help you find the best gas prices.

Middle school students graduation surprise
8th graders from JFK Middle School did not have enough money to go on the graduation trip, until now.

Soliders return home
Ten soldiers from South Florida returned safely to Palm Beach International Airport this afternoon.

Interview with Julie Andrews
Iconic actress Julie Andrews pens her first biography, called "Home."

Gas reaches $4.00 in our area
It's official... the price of regular unleaded gas has reached four dollars in our area! We'll help you find cheaper prices.

Wrong man in Town Center murder investigation
Robert Bodek was arrested at the Aventura mall as a person of interest, but the only witness who could make an ID said he was not the right man.

Purple Heart hero home for Mother's Day
One mom says this Mother's Day is extra special as her son returns home for a break from his third tour.

Turning algae into oil
A Fellsmere farm may have found a way to decrease America's dependence on foreign oil. It's creating oil out of algae.
See slideshow inside.

Bikini teacher's topless photo
She claimed that she has never gone topless on a Charter Boat, but WPTV obtained a photo of her doing just that. Watch what she has to say on a interview with NewsChannel 5's Eric English.

Win front-row tickets to see The Police!
The top tour of 2007 is back in 2008, and Newschannel 5 wants to give you front-row tickets to see The Police.

Thinking outside the box for Mother's Day Gifts
Ready to think outside the box this Mother’s Day? No flowers, no candy, no perfume.

Looking for a great Mother's Day gift?
A local, non-profit organization provides gifts that keep on giving.

Women's fighting chance
Self defense trainer teaches Kelley Dunn techniques all women can use to help protect themselves from an attacker

Send us your Mother's Day message
Sunday is the 100th anniversary of Mother's Day. Email us with your special message for mom.

Motorcycle ride honors fallen police officers
Sunday marks the first day of National Police Week, a time to remember officers who have paid the ultimate price. On Saturday, a motorcycle ride kicked it off.

Belle Glade man shot
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in finding out what led to an early morning shooting.

Sheriff's Office investigates Belle Glade shooting
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting in Belle Glade.

Man killed in Riviera Beach shooting
The brother of a New York Jets football player was killed when he was shot on the streets of Riviera Beach.

Hulk Hogan's son will serve jail time
A judge in Florida says the 17 year old son of wrestler Hulk Hogan should serve eight months in jail for reckless driving.

Truck in canal

PBSO investigating a near-drowning
a two-year-old girl was found floating in pool this afternoon.

Pelican slams into swimmer
A pelican hits a swimmer and injures her.

Emily, Jacob most popular baby names
If you're looking for a baby name, you could pick one from the popular baby names list.

City agrees to pay millions in wrongful conviction
A South Florida city agrees to pay a man for being wrongfully convicted.

Artificial reef a cemetery, diving spot
An artificial reef near Miami is a cemetery and a diving attraction.

Marriage for citizenship sting
A Federal marriage-for-citizenship sting nets 80 arrests.

FL Democrats urge resolution on delegates
State democrats want Howard Dean to show leadership and end dispute over Florida delegates.

More flu vaccine, despite latest being ineffective
This year the flu vaccine was only 44-percent effective against the virus.

Seven PBSO corrections officers on leave
The jail employees are being investigated by the state attorney's office.

41-year-old Olympic swimmer aims for Beijing
Olympic swimmer Dara Torres inspires others as she aims to compete in Beijing in her 40's. See slideshow inside.

Burger King armed robbery caught on tape
It was a terrifying armed robbery at a Boynton Beach Burger King. See video of the robbery, and hear from an employee forced to the ground at gunpoint.

Ex-manager: O.J. confessed to murder
Memorabilia dealer says O.J. Simpson confessed to him that he killed his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson.

Is Mother's Day too commercial?
There are doubts about whether the woman credited with creating the holiday would be pleased with how commercial it's become. WPTV.com Wants to Know: How much did your family spend on Mother's Day?

Dangerous Construction Zone Sites
Road side construction zones in Palm Beach County are the most dangerous in the state.

Two-year-old girl in critical condition
Family members found the girl floating in a backyard pool Saturday.

First class stamp prices go up Monday
You better head out to the post office if you want to buy the Forever Stamp for only 41 cents.

Marlins look to re-sign shortstop
The Florida Marlins are looking to resign one of their key players.

Burger King robbery suspects identified
Three Broward men accused of robbing a restaurant and leading police on a high-speed chase have been identified.

Skydiving great grandmother
Skydiving at any age can be scary but imagine a 69-year-old woman taking the plunge! One great grandmother hopes her jump for a cause will inspire others to escape violent boundaries.

Millions awarded in Cuban man's death
Millions of dollars awarded to family of Cuban man who claim he was murdered.

Florida Republicans reach out to Hispanics
Republicans reach out to Hispanics because they say they will play a crucial role in the Presidential election.

South Beach hot spot for lodging
South Beach becoming backpackers' spot with hostels.

Man dies after Florida triathlon
Georgia man dies after competing in a Florida triathlon.

Author says O.J. confessed
Former friend says O.J. was high on marijuana when he confessed to killing his ex-wife.

77 year old uses wrench to overpower burglar
The man fought back against the 22 year old burglar.

Power out for more than 100 people
For a second straight night more than one hundred Lake Worth residents battle heat, humidity and health issues with no electricity.

Walmart employee arrested
An employee working at a Boynton Beach Walmart is arrested.

Man found in Boynton canal
Investigators believe the man may gotten into a fight with another man.

Mother's Day for the homeless
A Mother's Day event for the needy in Palm Beach County.

41 year-old wants another Olympic medal
Olympic swimmer aims to go to the Olympics in her 40's.

Brush fire shuts down I-95
A brush fire in Central Florida shuts down the interstate and comes close to homes.