Land and water forum in Vero Beach to address lagoon health and infrastructure needs
VERO BEACH — Three environmental nonprofit organizations will host a public forum later this month focused on land and water issues affecting Indian River County, including the declining health of the Indian River Lagoon and Blue Cypress Lake. The event, titled “Land & Water: Issues & Solutions,” is scheduled...
Hawks put in a strong effort, but fall to Vero Beach in district final
Viera High girls lacrosse coach Bayleigh Keator was happy with the effort her team gave in Thursday night’s Class 2A, District 13 championship game against Vero Beach. But in the end, the Hawks couldn’t give themselves enough opportunities to break through and get the win. “I would say...
Port St. Lucie backyard blaze displaces resident after RV, shed, and home burn
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A backyard blaze in Port St. Lucie engulfed an RV, shed, and part of a home, leaving one resident displaced as investigators work to find the cause. Firefighters with the St. Lucie County Fire District say they were called to reports of a...
Unlicensed contractor accused of taking $11K and leaving Stuart kitchen job unfinished
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — An unlicensed contractor in Stuart has been arrested for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting homeowners in a botched kitchen renovation that left them out of pocket $11,000 and unfinished work. The Stuart Police Department announced on Friday that the incident began in April 2025 when the victims...
“Wilding” Florida Youth & Social Influencers Wreaking Havoc As Public and Police Overwhelmed
Beaches shot up, cities declaring emergencies, sheriffs threatening lawsuits: Florida's social media-fueled mob chaos is now too big for any police force to handle alone — and it's getting worse by the weekend.
Grand Harbor flying high as members approve $36M in new upgrades
Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club can claim one of the greatest comebacks ever seen in Vero Beach – and it just keeps getting better, with the exciting announcement of $36 million in new improvements. The latest round of upgrades will include a complete renovation of the main clubhouse,...
Two arrested after five dead dogs found in bins at Fort Pierce home: Police
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Fort Pierce police made a shocking discovery while searching a home, finding five bins each containing a dead dog. According to the Fort Pierce Police Department, at about 2:20 p.m. Thursday, officers assisted Animal Control after receiving a suspicious inquiry about cremating dogs. Officers...
As Miami-Dade drags its feet on trash troubles, other areas smell the stench
About two years ago, George Landry noticed a strange traffic pattern on Virginia Avenue in Fort Pierce, a city about 125 miles north of Miami. Dozens of heavy duty trucks rolled past the front of his office every day, a far cry from the family-packed cars that were typical. He didn’t know why.
Play Pickleball for Shelter Pets in May
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast will host the fourth annual Pickle for Paws at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club’s Pickleball Center May 9 The post Play Pickleball for Shelter Pets in May appeared first on Stuart Magazine .
Martin County deputies seize drugs and weapons during traffic stops along State Road 710...
Martin County Sheriff's Office deputies said they arrested seven people and seized drugs and weapons during a recent crackdown on illegal activity along State Road 710 in Indiantown. Deputies said they focused enforcement on the highway, which law enforcement identified as a corridor for transporting illegal substances between Palm Beach...
