Case reopened: Port St. Lucie TikTok creator jailed on computer-access charge
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A Port St. Lucie man whose TikTok and Twich bios identify him as a “cybersecurity engineer” was jailed Wednesday after police reopened an investigation that had been closed in May. Mark Stephen Asea, 36, was booked into the St. Lucie County...
Florida to take down Flock cameras put up by unknown owner
Officials in St. Lucie County, Florida, discovered that 14 Flock cameras were not permitted by the county. The revelation came after the Florida Department of Transportation mandated that all such cameras be taken down. The county sheriff’s office was able to identify three of the automated license plate readers as the
You trust timed dry for every load, but ENERGY STAR says your dryer’s moisture...
I’m Deb Kowalski, and in my Port St. Lucie house, timed dry used to win by reflex. Pick a long enough cycle, walk away, and the laundry ought to be dry. As of mid-September 2026, that still sounds more dependable to me than asking a sensor to make the call. It also sounds as though any extra running would be too small
You leave the bathroom exhaust fan on all day, but one hour after a...
I’m Deb Kowalski, and in my Port St. Lucie house, the bathroom exhaust fan is easy to forget once the shower is done. As of mid-September 2026, here in Florida, I know the reflex from my own house: leave it running all day, figuring more fan time must mean a drier house. I used to treat the switch as though my choices
As Buc-ee’s nears construction, development interest builds in northern St. Lucie County
FORT PIERCE, Fla (CBS12) — Buc-ee’s may be best known for its massive travel centers, barbecue sandwiches and loyal fan base, but on the Treasure Coast, county leaders say the proposed development could signal something even bigger: a wave of growth along the Indrio Road corridor in northern St. Lucie County.
Flood advisory issued for Martin and St. Lucie Counties
Which areas in Martin and St. Lucie Counties are experiencing minor flooding?. What weather phenomenon caused the heavy rainfall leading to the flood advisory?. Why was the flood advisory issued for Martin and St. Lucie Counties?. From the National Weather Service:. ..FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 530 AM EDT EARLY...
St. Lucie County fire district attorney resigns amid hazing fallout; chief faces no-confidence vote
The St. Lucie County Fire District’s attorney resigned minutes after a heated special fire board meeting Wednesday, as fallout from an alleged hazing investigation continues to threaten district leadership. Attorney Kim Sabol submitted her resignation letter effective in 90 days. She is the subject of several complaint
City clerk takes stand against former city manager
Fort Pierce City Clerk Linda Cox took the stand Wednesday as the trial of former city manager Nick Mimms entered its third day.
Missing since January: St. Lucie County deputies search for 47-year-old man
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help finding a man who has been missing since January. Robert La Polla, 47, was last seen Jan. 8, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies said La Polla has scars on...
Rabies alert issued in Martin County after raccoon tests positive in Stuart
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A rabid raccoon found in Stuart prompted the Florida Department of Health in Martin County to issue a 60-day alert Wednesday. The raccoon was captured Sunday off South Kanner Highway and later tested positive for rabies, according to the department. The alert covered an area...

















