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3+ hour, 58+ min ago (792+ words) PALM BEACH" (CBS12) " A longtime Palm Beach County restaurant manager and business owner " known to many as the face of BiCE Ristorante on Worth Avenue and the operator behind the Tacos Agave food truck in West Palm Beach " remains in federal immigration custody after what his attorney says began as a routine traffic stop. Jos" Gonzalez, 53, a native of Mexico, has spent decades in the local dining scene. But earlier this month, his attorney says Gonzalez was detained while driving his nephew's truck on a supply run. According to Gonzalez's attorney, the initial stop was conducted by the Florida Highway Patrol, not local police or immigration agents. The attorney said troopers pulled the truck over because the window tint was allegedly too dark. Gonzalez was driving at the time, with his nephew in the vehicle, the attorney said. After the stop,…...

13+ hour, 1+ min ago (77+ words) WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A sand sculpture is serving as the centerpiece of the "Holiday in Paradise" celebration in West Palm Beach. Known as "Sandi," the sand tree sculpture showcases a unique theme each year. This year, the tree features musical notes, instruments and marine life sculptures. The festive and very Florida sand tree stands 35 feet tall and weighs about 700 tons. "Sandi" has earned several international and regional awards since its debut in 2012....

13+ hour, 18+ min ago (505+ words) The start of the winter season'was'remarkably cold and'snowy'for millions of people this year. That'frigid and stormy pattern is not sticking around for the holidays,AccuWeather" Lead Long-Range Expert Paul'Pastelok said. A white Christmas is typically defined as having at least an inch of snow on the ground at 7 a.m. local time on Dec. 25, which includes snow already on the ground or any fresh snow on Christmas morning. More than 45 percent of'America'was blanketed'in snow in early December.'Snow lovers may be left disappointed in many towns this Christmas.'Pacific air flowing over the Rockies'will'likely'warm'and melt'snow in a lot of places right before the holiday,Pastelok said.Areas with several inches of'compact'snow on the ground and colder air may luck out and experience a white Christmas. Areas where a white Christmas'are'most likely A white Christmas is all but certain for snow lovers in…...

13+ hour, 20+ min ago (995+ words) Bake Cookies Day is on December 18, just in time for Christmas. Cookies are more than just a baked treat, with generations bonding over it. What we love best about cookies is their versatility; crispy or soft and chewy, traditional shapes or special cookie-cutter designs, sugar, spices, dried fruit, chocolate, the list of options goes on. So get baking and fill your house with the aroma of warm, soft cookies baked to perfection. 7th Century " Being one of the first countries to grow sugar, cookie-style cakes were popular in the Persian empire. 17th Century " Cookies arrived in America in the 17th century, although the word arrived much later with the Dutch in its original form of "koekje, meaning "little cake. 1700s " Early American tinsmiths first made cookie cutters by hand in the 1700s. 1796 " Two recipes for cookies debuted in the first cookbook written by an American…...

13+ hour, 21+ min ago (559+ words) WASHINGTON " In a prime-time address from the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House on Wednesday night, President Donald J. Trump sought to reclaim the political narrative, framing his first year back in office as the dawn of a "Golden Age" while announcing a surprise financial bonus for American service members. Speaking for approximately 20 minutes against a backdrop of festive Christmas decor and a portrait of George Washington, the President combined a defense of his economic record with a preview of his 2026 agenda. The speech comes at a critical juncture for the administration, as recent polling suggests public concern over persistent inflation and a cooling labor market. The centerpiece of the President's remarks was the announcement of a $1,776 "warrior dividend" to be sent to 1.45 million U.S. military service members. Trump stated that the checks were already in the mail and would arrive…...

13+ hour, 22+ min ago (273+ words) WASHINGTON " Dan Bongino, the former Secret Service agent and conservative media firebrand who became the FBI's second-in-command earlier this year, announced on Wednesday that he will step down from his post in January. The move follows months of internal friction, public controversy, and a reported fallout with other high-ranking officials in the Trump administration. Bongino confirmed his departure in a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), expressing gratitude to President Donald Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and FBI Director Kash Patel for the "opportunity to serve with purpose." He added, "Most importantly, I want to thank you, my fellow Americans, for the privilege to serve you. God bless America." Bongino also faced the difficult task of pivoting from a professional "opinion maker" to a top law enforcement official. Earlier this month, after the FBI arrested a suspect in the…...

13+ hour, 23+ min ago (227+ words) Sharp recriminations marked the session. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) had attempted to advance a separate Republican-led bill, the "Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act." While this bill aimed to address costs through pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reforms and small-business "association health plans," it notably excluded extending the ACA subsidies. GOP leadership argued that the current subsidy system is fiscally irresponsible and prone to fraud. However, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report earlier in the day suggesting the Republican plan could actually result in 100,000 fewer Americans having coverage each year through 2035. For the 22 million Americans who purchase insurance through the ACA marketplace, the legislative failure is more than a political stalemate; it is a financial crisis. If the enhanced credits lapse, average premiums are projected to rise by as much as 114%. "This is a tremendous mistake," said…...

13+ hour, 24+ min ago (340+ words) PROVIDENCE, R.I. " The search for the gunman who opened fire at Brown University entered its fifth day on Wednesday, with law enforcement officials shifting their focus toward identifying a potential witness seen in "close proximity" to the suspect. The shooting, which occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, December 13, 2025, inside the Barus and Holley engineering building, left two students dead and nine others wounded. The victims have been identified as Ella Cook, a sophomore from Alabama and vice president of the Brown College Republicans, and MuhammadAziz Umurzakov, a freshman from Virginia who immigrated from Uzbekistan. Providence Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez announced during a Wednesday evening briefing that investigators are seeking a second individual captured on surveillance footage. While this person is not currently considered a suspect, police believe they may have critical information regarding the shooter's identity or movements. "They were…...

13+ hour, 30+ min ago (468+ words) By'Jenna Anderson' This is box title * A recall has been initiated for protein powder sold in 37 states. * The product, from Genepro Protein, may contain an undeclared milk allergen. * The FDA gave the recall the highest risk level, so toss or return the product right away. A protein powder has been recalled across 37 states, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The product, made by Genepro Protein, Inc., was initially recalled in early November due to an undeclared allergen; the label claims the protein powder is "Lactose Free," "Dairy Free," and "Allergen Free," but it actually contains milk. On Dec. 11, the FDA gave the recall a Class I risk level, which indicates the highest risk of adverse effects from consuming the product. Which Protein Powder Was Recalled? The recalled protein powder can be identified with the following: Product name:'Genepro…...

13+ hour, 31+ min ago (511+ words) This December, there are five ongoing food recalls you need to be aware of, including alerts for kitchen staples like shredded cheese and milk. If you have any of these products, toss or return them right away. Shredded cheese sold at major retailers, including Target, Walmart, and Aldi, was'recalled for possibly containing metal fragments, which can cause internal injury if consumed. The cheese, which was distributed in 31 states and Puerto Rico, was initially recalled in early October. On Dec. 2, the FDA gave the recall the second-highest risk level, Class II, which indicates that the chance of serious health consequences is "remote," but there is a possibility of temporary or reversible effects. The recall impacts the following types of shredded cheese: A full list of brands and other product information is available in the'FDA's report. A'recall was initiated for certain gallons…...