Katie Johnson
WPTV
West Palm Beach, FL, United States
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Tricia Todd's ex-husband will be formally sentenced on Friday after taking plea deal for 35 years
Tricia Todd's ex-husband will go before a judge Friday for his formal sentencing hearing. → Read More
Day 2 of New York Mets Instructional League still draws big crowd thanks to Tim Tebow
Tim Tebow continued to attract a crowd during day two of instructional league at Tradition Field in Port St. Lucie on Tuesday. → Read More
Wellington woman heartbroken after her wedding ring was stolen at a mall due to a 'simple mistake'
Nicole Benjoino said it was a simple mistake that caused her wedding ring to be stolen. → Read More
Flagler Bridge project delayed again
There is another delay to the Flagler Bridge renovation project, which is already two years behind schedule. → Read More
Researchers say dogs' brains react to words and tone of voice just like a human brain
A new study out of Hungary finds dogs' brains react to certain words and tone of voice just like a human brain. → Read More
American Red Cross closely watching the tropics, getting volunteers ready to work in shelters
Staff with the American Red Cross say the agency is closely monitoring what's happening in the tropics right now. → Read More
Is it safe to stay in my apartment or condo during a storm?
Is it safe to stay in my apartment or condo during a storm? → Read More
Lanes reopen after deadly Turnpike crash
One person died and several others were injured on the Florida Turnpike near Jupiter Friday. The driver of an SUV swerved into a Turnpike maintenance truck parked on the side of the road and flipped upon impact into the path of a semi, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Truck driver Suni Abdalla was driving to Miami from Orlando and watched the crash unfold. "It's really scary. We were… → Read More
Artificial reef built to honor cancer survivor
An artificial reef built to represent a local woman is now underwater. The woman featured on the reef is fighting breast cancer for the third time. → Read More
Michael Phelps bruises: Physician breaks down "cupping," and says it's not just for Olympic athletes
You may have noticed some strange markings on some Olympic athletes. On Sunday, you could see dark, circular bruises across Michael Phelps' back and shoulders. The bruises come from cupping, a technique used to relieve muscle tension and get rid of toxins in your body, according to Leanne Mitchell. → Read More
CDC Director meets with Governor Scott, state and local leaders in response to Zika cases contracted
Dr. Tom Frieden, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, visited the Wynwood community on Thursday. → Read More
Concerns rise among tourism industry surrounding Zika virus in south Florida
On Monday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a travel warning that advised pregnant women and their partners not to travel to a section of Miami-Dade County. → Read More
Federal agency offering financial aid to businesses affected by lingering algae problem
Low interest, long-term recovery loans are designed to help businesses obtain operating capital. → Read More
Riviera Beach mother "overjoyed" to be reunited with her 8-month old twins after father took them
It's been a tough few days for Charmal Williams. → Read More
Local law enforcement officers headed to Dallas to help support friends and family of fallen officer
Two members of the West Palm Beach Police Department are headed to Dallas, Texas to take part in the funerals for officers killed during last week's shootings. → Read More
National coverage of algae crisis raising awareness of problem, but creating other problems
While Treasure Coast residents agree the news coverage has been successful at raising awareness for the problem, they say it's also created another problem. → Read More
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers changing up patterns on Lake Okeechobee discharges
There was a noticeable difference at the St. Lucie Lock on Thursday. → Read More
Darryl Fornatora: Missing surfer's parents receive man's cell phone from Dominican Republic
Nancy and Gil Fornatora finally have another item that belonged to their son, Darryl. → Read More
Blue-green algae spotted across Lake Worth Lagoon, DEP testing waters to find out if it's toxic
Residents who live along the Lake Worth Lagoon have spotted blue-green algae in the water over the past few days. → Read More
Coastal Living magazine coming to Stuart as county ramps up efforts to bring tourists during summer
The Martin County Office of Tourism and Marketing is launching a new campaign with the goal of bringing more tourists to the area during the slower summer months. → Read More