The only female unit to serve overseas in WWII gets a congressional medal 80...
The only female unit to serve overseas in World War II is receiving a Congressional Gold Medal on Tuesday, exactly 80 years after pulling off an incredible organizational feat. The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion — nicknamed the Six Triple Eight — was a predominantly Black, all-female unit that was...
Convicted Catholic Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu drops bid to take part in conclave
A Catholic cardinal convicted of embezzlement and fraud has announced he won't take part in the conclave to choose a successor to the late Pope Francis.
US tariffs could cost China 5–10 million jobs, ‘onus’ on Beijing, Bessent says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that U.S. tariffs on China will prove "unsustainable" for the country.
UPS says it is cutting 20,000 staff and shuttering over 70 facilities
UPS said it would cut 20,000 jobs in 2025 amid cost-cutting and facility closures, responding to soft demand and aiming to strengthen operations.
Funeral Director Accused of Disturbing Pet Ashes Scam
A funeral home director has been charged after allegedly throwing out the bodies of thousands of pets and giving owners the ashes of other animals, collectively charging them over $650,000 in the process, prosecutors said. Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Monday that Jacob Vereb -- owner of...
Noem says she’s “very confident” suspects in purse theft are undocumented
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she's "very confident" that the two people arrested in connection with the theft of her purse are in the country illegally. "These are career criminals," Noem told CBS News in an interview at the U.S.-Mexico border on Monday. "They have perpetuated crimes against many...
These local firefighters win big at World Firefighter Challenge
Two hometown heroes from St. Lucie County are now world champions after dominating last year's firefighter challenge.
Orchid Bay Real Estate Market Report April 2025
There are two Orchid Bay homes listed for sale in Palm City FL. The list prices are $950,000 and $1,200,000, with an average of $1,075,000 or $394.47 per sq. ft. of living area. One Orchid Bay home is presently under contract. It is listed at $939,900 and was on the...
Preserving Family Legacy with Marion de Vogel
For Arthur McKee’s great-granddaughter Marion de Vogel, the eponymous Vero Beach botanical garden is particularly dear.
Emergency demos, interactive displays are hit at Safety Festival
PORT ST. LUCIE — The 2025 Safety Festival, held annually at Clover Park stadium, remains one of the most attended community events in St. Lucie County. The festival brings together vendors, presenters, and local government agencies that handle emergencies and hazards year-round, offering a full day of demonstrations,...