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QUESTION OF THE DAY | Do you think AI should be regulated by the federal government? Vote here: bit.ly/4srb9Lo

AVOID THE AREA | There is a heavy presence of law enforcement in Palm City after a crash suspect bolted from the crash scene into a senior care facility, and deputies found nitrous oxide in his car. cbs12.com/news/local/law…

HIGH-END THEFT RING | Florida authorities arrested three men accused of running a multi-state vehicle theft ring, stealing high-end cars valued at nearly $400,000 from dealerships, auctions, and buyers across Florida and beyond. cbs12.com/news/florida/f…

BREAKING | Chuck Norris, known for playing the title role in “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has passed away at 86 years old. cbs12.com/news/entertain…

DETENTION CENTER DEATH | A 19-year-old undocumented migrant from Mexico died while detained at the Glades County Detention Center, ICE reports. cbs12.com/news/florida/1…

'Learned his lesson' | A New York City man was arrested at Intracoastal Park in Boynton Beach after allegedly engaging in explicit online conversations with someone he believed to be a 15-year-old boy. cbs12.com/news/local/nyc…

On today's Morning Minute... 🏈 A Florida State kicker was arrested and accused of battery of a law enforcement officer. 🚗 A man was arrested after driving backwards on a highway. 🏠 A treasured piece of Treasure Coast history is getting a new lease on life.

HIDDEN HOUSING COSTS | Homeowners, have you ever felt your HOA had too much control—more than your lender? You’re not alone. cbs12.com/money/mortgage…

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TOYS | Animals and their comfort toys are stealing the internet again—who do you think has the cutest bond? 🐒🐾 Read more: bit.ly/4bkNCpg

BACHELORETTE CANCELED | ABC pulls 'Bachelorette' after Taylor Frankie Paul domestic violence video. Have you seen it? Read more: bit.ly/3PtFlqr ⬅️👆

Two Palm Beach County drug stops on Tuesday led deputies to suspected credit card fraud and identity theft. @VictoriaCBS12 reports. cbs12.com/news/local/pal…

PBSO is searching for two boys, 8 and 11, last seen Thursday night after walking away from a West Palm Beach facility. Read more: bit.ly/4bmqI0J

ALREADY ARRESTED? 🚨🚔 | Florida PD collaboration pays off as $95K Audi dealership fraud suspect already in custody. Read more: bit.ly/4rOfyqx 👆

NO 'SIMPLE FIX' | DeSantis says Florida has limited power to curb gas prices as average nears $4. Read more: bit.ly/4spz1Px ⬅️⛽

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK | The Somerset Canyons girls basketball team won its first state championship 44–33 over Lake Highland Prep, led by standout trio Dylande Innocent, Delanie Doty, and Alana Pinnock. @EvensonCBS12 reports. cbs12.com/sports/content…

DEPUTY ALMOST HIT💥| A Florida deputy narrowly escapes injury on I‑4 after a truck slams into his patrol car, sparking a fresh reminder to slow down and move over. Read more: bit.ly/4lHE4s7

Heading through Okeechobee County? Expect heavy traffic and hours of delays on Highway 70 near 128th Avenue as crowds head to the Okeechobee Music Festival, according to the sheriff’s office. Read more: bit.ly/476fZoM

VICTIM SPEAKS OUT | Riviera Beach victim describes split-second moment gunman fired into his truck, CBS12's @katievbentetv reports. Read more: bit.ly/4blyGqT

A beloved Treasure Coast landmark is getting a fresh start as restoration of the historic House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island nears completion after nearly 150 years of weathering coastal storms. Read more: bit.ly/4buYCAF

Should college professors in Florida be armed? Bill heads to Gov. DeSantis. bit.ly/4bvz9pf