Martin County approves limited-industrial zoning in Hobe Sound despite some data center concerns
The Martin County Commission approved a zoning compromise for land in Hobe Sound, but the 3-2 vote has left some residents and at least one commissioner with lingering concerns about what could be built there. Commissioners voted to rezone a property along Southeast Powerline Avenue to limited-industrial, stepping back
Teacher Feature: Martin County math teacher spotlighted as model as co-teaching expands
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — We're now a few weeks into the new school year and we're highlighting the amazing things teachers are doing in the lives of your students. CBS12 News’ next “Teacher Feature” within the Martin County School District is said to be a great model for the relatively new co-teaching initiative being ro
Martin police helicopter tracks man to Riviera Beach after alleged liquor theft
HOBE SOUND, Fla. (CBS12) — A man who allegedly stole bottles of tequila from a Publix liquor store in Hobe Sound may have thought he made a clean getaway. But the pilot of a Martin County Sheriff's Office chopper made sure he did not get very far. Derwyn Edwards,...
Port St. Lucie Shows Where Florida’s Housing Growth Is Moving
Available land, lower home prices, and domestic migration are drawing buyers to the Treasure Coast as growth slows in several larger Florida cities. Port St. Lucie’s rise as the nation’s fastest-growing large city points to a broader shift in Florida’s housing market: Buyers are still coming, but more are looking beyon
Flood Advisory for St. Lucie and Martin counties
West Palm Beach, Fla. (WPEC) — A Flood Advisory has been issued for northeastern Martin County and southeastern St. Lucie County until 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas is possible due to rainfall totals of 1-2 inches over the past few hours and additional totals of 1-2 inches
Fort Pierce approves $10 million contract for updated police equipment
FORT PIERCE — The Fort Pierce Police Department will receive new body cameras, Tasers and artificial intelligence technology under a $10 million contract with Axon approved by the city. Police Chief David M. Smith said the agreement includes a range of technology intended to expand the department's capabilities. "It...
Stuart’s Under-$7,500 Permit Exemption Excludes Roofing
A roof quote below $7,500 does not qualify for Stuart’s new small-project permit exemption merely because of its price. The city’s explanation explicitly lists roofing among the excluded work.
Port St. Lucie parent raises safety concerns over bus stop
A Port St. Lucie parent raises safety concerns ver students walking along Paar Drive to reach a school bus stop.
Man severely burned in Stuart boat fire while working on engine
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A man was hospitalized with severe burns following a boat fire in Stuart on Wednesday. According to Martin County Fire Rescue, firefighters responded at about 9:30 a.m. to a boat fire near Northwest Howard Creek Lane. An investigation revealed that the man was working on the boat's engine when fu
Stuart to put out survey gauging public interest on backyard chickens
STUART — Stuart residents may eventually be allowed to keep chickens in their backyards, but the city is still gathering public input before deciding how to proceed. The City Commission recently voted to conduct a survey to gauge residents' interest in allowing backyard chickens. Commissioner Merritt Matheson proposed
