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In today's newsletter:

  • Where to find the brightest holiday lights around West Palm Beach
  • Why a deadly police chase now has West Palm Beach in court
  • Are AI-powered grocery prices quietly draining your West Palm Beach budget?

Also on today's calendar: Phoenix5 at Clematis by Night, West Palm Beach and 7 more events.

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  • Thursday: Not as warm with sunshine, with a high of 73 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 77, low: 62.
  • Saturday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 79 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Free & paid holiday light displays in cities and towns across Palm Beach (miamionthecheap.com) — West Palm Beach families can choose from several big holiday light attractions, including Mounts Botanical Garden, Zoo Lights at Palm Beach Zoo, and Lights 4 Hope at Okeeheelee Park, plus many free neighborhood displays. The guide highlights where to stroll or drive in WPB hotspots like Flamingo Park, Northwood Historic District, CityPlace, and Holiday in Paradise while reminding visitors to drive carefully through residential streets.
   

• EXCLUSIVE: Family sues West Palm Beach, 7 officers over deadly high-speed chase that killed pregnant mother and her mom (wpbf.com) — A West Palm Beach family has filed a lawsuit against the city and seven former police officers, alleging an unauthorized high-speed chase led to a crash that killed a pregnant woman and her mother. The suit also claims a pattern of unsafe pursuits and accuses some officers of leaving the crash scene without rendering aid. City officials say they do not comment on pending litigation.
   

• Could AI be influencing grocery prices? (wptv.com) — Shoppers in downtown West Palm Beach are seeing different prices for the same grocery items ordered through Instacart, and experts say AI-driven pricing tools may be a big reason why. A new Consumer Reports-backed study found price differences up to 23% on identical products, potentially costing a family of four about $1,200 a year. Residents are urged to compare prices across platforms and stay vigilant.
   

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