St. Lucie schools outline plan for potential merger near Virginia Avenue
ST. LUCIE COUNTY — Superintendent Jon Prince on Dec. 11 provided an update on St. Lucie Public Schools’ plans to potentially merge four campuses located within a short distance of each other along Virginia Avenue, saying long-term enrollment trends, aging buildings and future growth patterns are driving the discussion.
Crash flips box truck, blocks lanes on northbound Turnpike in Martin County
PALM CITY, Fla. (CBS12) — A crash involving a box truck on the northbound Turnpike in Martin County is blocking lanes on Thursday morning. Florida 511 reported the crash just before Exit 138, Becker Road, at 10:07 a.m. In a picture of the crash shared with CBS12 News from...
Avoid Key Fob Replacement Highway Robbery
Port St. Lucie, Fla. — A local man reached out to the CBS12 News I-Team about a problem he was having with an item that most of us use every day and concerns about price-gauging. Electronic key fobs. Point them at your car, and the doors unlock. Wave the...
Over 80 dogs rescued from suspected dog fighting operation in North Florida
JUPITER, Fla. (CBS12) — More than 80 dogs and puppies were rescued from a suspected dogfighting operation in North Florida by Furry Friends, a no-kill rescue organization based in Jupiter. According to the non-profit, the rescue operation took place on Wednesday, where the dogs were found in dire conditions,...
Tiger Woods’ Jupiter restaurant celebrates 10 years, names new chef
Tiger Woods’ flagship restaurant, The Woods Jupiter , is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a refreshed culinary vision and a nod to the GOAT’s personal pizza passion. Located in Harbourside Place , the venue has long been a magnet for fans seeking an upscale twist on the sports-bar experience. Now, a new...
Port Saint Lucie, Florida Resident and Volleyball Coach, James Falley, 31, Dies After Months-Long...
The Port Saint Lucie, Florida, community is mourning the untimely death of a beloved resident and longtime volleyball coach, James Falley. James Falley, a native of Selden, New York, took his last breath on December 8, 2025, at an untimely age of 31 after battling severe health complications for two months.
U.S. Postal worker in Stuart accused of credit card fraud targeting an elderly woman
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A U.S. Postal Service employee was arrested after she was accused of stealing and fraudulently using credit cards that belonged to an elderly woman in Stuart. The Stuart Police Department said on Wednesday, the investigation was launched after an 86-year-old woman reported that a credit...
Coming Up! Guild homes in on holidays with ‘Christmas Carol’
The Vero Beach Theatre Guild’s production of “A Christmas Carol – the Musical” runs through Dec. 21. This is a sweeping retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic that has captivated audiences for generations. The Vero Beach Theatre Guild is located at 2020 San Juan Ave. Tickets range from $17.50 to $40. For details, call...
Catalina Palms: Port St. Lucie’s Newest 55+ Community Redefining Active Adult Living
If you’ve been dreaming about starting your next chapter in a warm, welcoming, and beautifully designed 55+ community, Port St. Lucie is quickly becoming one of Florida’s most desirable places to retire. And now, a new community is coming to town that’s generating buzz among savvy home shoppers:...
St. Lucie County Residents Invited to Explore Local Nature Preserves Through Guided Outdoor Programs...
St. Lucie County is inviting residents and visitors to explore its natural areas in early 2026 through a series of guided hikes and outdoor programs. The Environmental Resources Department will offer its Guided Nature Program series, which introduces participants to more than 11,000 acres of protected land in the...
