Fighting crime
Technology advances have led local police departments to invest in systems that improve results in fighting crime. LEFT and TOP: License plate reader cameras mounted on major streets are linked to real-time systems that alert police to information such as arrest warrants and expired vehicle tags. Ocean Ridge Police Officer Aaron Choban keeps track in his squad car. ABOVE: Boca Raton uses a robotic dog as part of its bomb squad. Photos by Jerry Lower/The Coastal Star and provided
Along the Coast: They’re watching you: Where safety, privacy blur
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Election coverage
Along the Coast: Trump has new state rep — a Democrat — as Gregory replaces Caruso
Boca Raton: City starts over on downtown campus|Save Boca ushers in a new era in city government
Delray Beach: Mollica wins commission seat over mayor’s favored candidate
Gulf Stream: Town Commission election returns familiar faces
South Palm Beach: Swearing in turns into celebration|Town Hall construction concerns led voters to overhaul council
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More Top Stories
Along the Coast: Lifesaving devices, training on the rise
Boca Raton: Sand from inlet rebuilds South Inlet Park’s beach|12-story hotel complex OK’d for south of Mizner Park|City manager pushes out police chief, two deputy city managers
Boynton Beach: Wider Boynton Inlet and new bridge considered for future plan
Briny Breezes: Annual variety show puts more spice in Briny’s season
Delray Beach: Commission denies request for ‘oversized’ house along Intracoastal
Gulf Stream: Steep water bills catch residents by surprise, lead commission to trim rates
Lantana/Hypoluxo Island: House sits partially demolished while town, owners feud|Town uses code enforcement as a profit center, suit claims
Manalapan: Town may use eminent domain to take bank property for future Town Hall
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Around Town
Tots & Teens: Picture of hope
Dining: Closing of Lantana restaurant another setback for Ocean Avenue
Business Spotlight: A record-breaking 10.7 million tourists visited county last year
Coastal Star: Former Gulf Stream student takes harrowing path to pro soccer
Health & Harmony: New ventures offer next-generation health and wellness|New practice prepares to accept patients
House of the Month: Waterfront in Boca Raton’s Estates Section
Meet Your Neighbor: Deborah Silver
Outdoors: April a good time to cut lionfish population with your spear
Pets: For owners of big dogs, it’s not size that matters most
Philanthropy: Impact 100 set to make decisions on $100,000 grants|Panthers captain makes major gift to children's hospital
Religion: Easter message from Catholic clergy emphasizes listening|Spanish River Church hosts Ride4Orphans for another year
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