Fort Pierce crash involving school bus, SUV sends 4 to hospital
A crash involving a school bus and an SUV in Fort Pierce sent four people to the hospital on Thursday. According to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office, the wreck occured at about 3:30 p.m. near the intersection of Whiteway Dairy and Hartman roads. Investigators said four people, including two...
Witness video shows arrest of sword-carrying Martin County arson suspect
A suspect has been arrested after a fire was set at Savannas Preserve State Park on Wednesday night, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office.
Wahlburgers Picks Florida for Its Next Act—Rockledge Opens First as Three Locations Roll Out
Your Home Depot run might be getting a little more… delicious, if you’re living near Rockledge, FL. Wahlburgers—the burger brand founded by Mark Wahlberg and his brothers—is quietly staging a Florida takeover, with Rockledge, Stuart, and Vero Beach all on deck. Rockledge is first out of the gate, and if you’re paying attention to how …
Lowe’s Is Set to Open 5 Stores in 3 States in 2026. See Where
Lowe’s is opening five locations this year in three states that will feature the company’s new showroom design, the home improvement chain announced this week. The five new stores will be in Texas, Kentucky and Florida, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY. Based in Mooresville,...
Manhunt ends in arrest after suspect attacks Florida Highway Patrol trooper on I-95 in...
The Martin County Sheriff's Office assisted Florida Highway Patrol with a traffic stop Thursday afternoon, after a suspect with an open warrant reportedly began attacking the trooper and ignored commands to comply. This happened on I-95 near Martin Highway, creating a large law enforcement presence along the interstate in Palm...
Florida for-profit flight college shuts down suddenly
The Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology, a for-profit flight college in Florida, abruptly closed down its main campus in Fort Pierce, Florida, last week. According to a state notice from the college’s parent company, the campus shuttered April 15 and began layoffs totaling 40 to 50 positions. The cuts included instructors, administrators, facilities workers and more.
Witnesses describe wild scene of brush fire near Savannas Preserve State Park
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Witnesses say a brush fire broke out overnight near Savannas Preserve State Park along Jensen Beach Boulevard, with reports of a man allegedly using a torch to start the flames. Video circulating online Thursday morning appears to show a large stretch of roadside...
Martin County experiences industrial growth that leaders say could strengthen its economic future
The Business Development Board of Martin County is reporting an uptick in industrial growth that they say could strengthen the county's economic future. Progress is underway out west in areas like rural Palm City, where a site on Newfield Parkway will soon be home to an industrial commerce park. WATCH:...
Treasure Coast Nonprofits: Organizations Making Real Impact Locally
At a Glance More than 300 non-profit organizations operate across Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties. Main Focus Areas: Environmental conservation, youth development, healthcare access, food security, arts education, and veteran services How to Help: Most accept volunteers year-round with flexible schedules; financial donations maximize impact Economic Impact: Over $180 million annually across the […] The post Treasure Coast Nonprofits: Organizations Making...
Teen hospitalized after SUV hits her in Port St. Lucie
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A teenage girl was hospitalized after an SUV struck her while she was walking in Port St. Lucie on Wednesday morning. According to the Port St. Lucie Police, the girl was struck by an SUV while walking south on SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard.
