Police probe apparent suicide at Bass Pro Shop parking lot in Port St. Lucie
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — Police are investigating an apparent suicide at a Bass Pro Shop parking lot in Port St. Lucie on Sunday night. The Port St. Lucie Police Department (PSLPD) said that the suicide happened in the parking lot of a Bass Pro Shop located at Southwest Gatlin Boulevard.
Owner and Captain of Southern Comfort Found Guilty of Seaman’s Manslaughter and Fraud
MIAMI – A federal jury in Fort Pierce has found Dustin Sean McCabe, 49, from Ocala, Florida, guilty of seaman’s manslaughter, lying to the Coast Guard, and committing fraud related to Covid-19 relief funds. In early March 2020, McCabe bought a 48-foot boat named Southern Comfort. He lied on Coast The post Owner and...
Brooklyn Water Bagels is Bringing a Taste of the Northeast to Central Florida
If you’re a New Yorker (or just a bagel lover) living in Central Florida, get ready for a bite of home—Brooklyn Water Bagel is expanding, with new locations coming soon to Clermont and Jensen Beach! Known for its authentic, New York-style bagels, the popular chain has been a go-to spot for those craving that perfect...
SNAP Benefits in Florida: Payment Dates and Maximum Amounts for March 2025
Low-income households in Florida receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which is administered at the federal level by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and at the local level by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). This article discusses the...
Florida tornado collapses home after hitting FOX 35 Orlando TV station during live newscast
A tornado hit the FOX 35 Orlando television station Monday morning in what a meteorologist called a rare event.
Florida lawmakers aim to solve rising Grocery costs with a new bill
Florida families struggling with rising grocery costs might soon see some relief. State lawmakers have introduced a bill targeting what they say is unfair price fixing by big food companies.
FL Could Get 3 New Discount Stores Where You Can Get “Good Stuff Cheap”
Floridians who enjoy Bargain shopping may be happy to know that the state could get some new Ollie's stores since the chain has reportedly acquired some old Big Lots locations, including some in Florida.
Empty Florida Big Box Store Could Become Free Clinic For Food, Health Care Services
Many Floridians are aware that it is not unusual in the Sunshine State for empty buildings to become something else entirely. It was recently announced that an empty CVS was being eyed for a Baycare emergency room while a Dick's Sporting Goods was being turned into a women's only gym. And now, an empty Badcock...
Later start times for middle and high school students
Florida lawmakers are considering removing a legislation passed in 2023 that required later start times for middle and high schools across the state. The initial legislation required high schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. and middle schools no earlier than 8 a.m., with full implementation set for 2026....
White Castle is Expanding in Central Florida—More Sliders Soon!
Burger lovers, this news is for you! White Castle is bringing even more of its famous sliders to Central Florida! The iconic fast-food chain has announced plans to open new locations in Clermont, Old Town in Kissimmee, and near Universal’s upcoming Epic Universe theme park. These additions will make it even easier...
