BODYCAM: Escaped prisoner captured at Vero Beach apartment, sheriff’s office says
VERO BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — An escaped prisoner wanted by authorities was captured Monday afternoon at a Vero Beach apartment after he tried to climb out of a second-story window, according to an Indian River County Sheriff’s Office arrest report. Deputies identified the man as 31-year-old Jalyn Tyler...
Jensen Beach grad wins gazebo design contest for Langford Park
A Jensen Beach High School grad won a design contest for an $85,000 community gazebo at Langford Park, funded entirely by donations.
Martin County teacher speaks out after reinstatement recommendation
A judge recommended a Martin County teacher be reinstated after finding the school board skipped steps in its own discipline policy.
Florida cannot normalize more than 200 deaths along the Brightline corridor | Opinion
Another life was lost on Florida’s rail corridor this weekend. A man died after being struck by a Brightline train in Vero Beach. As authorities continue their investigation, one thing is undeniable: This is not an isolated tragedy. It is part of a pattern that has claimed more than 200 lives since Brightline began ope
Burgers & Brews Returns to Vero Beach With Burger Showdown, Live Music
VERO BEACH — A popular summer food and music festival returns Saturday with a full day of burgers, brews, and family entertainment to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary. The Burgers & Brews United Against Poverty charity event is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Indian River County Fa
Vero Beach resident’s plea leads AT&T to replace deteriorating utility pole
A Vero Beach neighborhood is getting relief after residents feared a deteriorating utility pole could come crashing down during a storm, threatening homes and potentially knocking out power. Homeowner Nora Reed brought the problem to WPTV's Let's Hear It community event, and after speaking with investigative reporter K
Indian River County woman arrested in church, museum vandalism investigation
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — An Indian River County woman was arrested June 19 in connection with a series of vandalism incidents targeting local churches and the Gifford Historical Museum, according to the Indian River County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said it investigated three separate vandalism incidents on Ju
Port St. Lucie voters to weigh in on trash pickup frequency
PORT ST. LUCIE — Port St. Lucie residents could soon have an opportunity to weigh in on a long-debated issue as city officials move forward with plans to place a nonbinding straw poll on the November ballot regarding residential trash collection frequency. The proposal comes after continued public discussion...
No Vote On Chickens Yet In Stuart
City Commissioners were expected to vote on the issue last night but after hearing from people on both sides of the issue, they tabled the discussion until September.
Active investigation underway after luxury yacht sinks in Fort Pierce
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — A luxury yacht that had been anchored off Fort Pierce for years is now the subject of an active investigation after sinking in May. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office confirmed to CBS12 News that a report has been taken and the case is awaiting assignment to a detective.
