Palm City
Dogs rescued after WPTV investigation into suspected animal hoarding
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Florida CFO awards $1M to fire departments for cancer prevention
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Student, 16, hit by car while crossing Port St. Lucie intersection
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New consumer alert warns about scams targeting previously defrauded individuals
A new FTC consumer alert is warning about "refund and recovery" scams. These scams target those who were already impacted by scams and claim they can help you get your money back.
AI is giving hackers an edge. Here’s how to protect yourself from online scams
Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to target people: Americans lost more than $893 million from AI-related crimes last year, according to the FBI.
Was that used car flooded? How to check for flood damage before you buy
If you are planning to buy a used car, it is essential to know the warning signs that a vehicle was in a flood. Miss the red flags and you could face thousands of dollars in repairs.
Cash now, but at what cost? Woman charged $400 to cash a check
Some check-cashing fees run as high as 10% of the check's value. How to cash a check for much less if you aren't near your bank, or don't have one.

Josiah Baur and Debbie Spoelstra — two strangers turned friends, brought together by an incredible act of courage recently on the Treasure Coast. WPTV reporter Zitlali Solache spoke to both of them about this incredible act of heroism.
Man lifts crossing arm, saves woman trapped on train tracks in Hobe Sound