Palm City in Martin County breaks record for longest Cuban sandwich
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (WSVN) — A 400-foot-long Cuban sandwich is breaking records. Miami may have the most renowned Cuban sandwich, but Palm City in Martin County has claimed the title for the world’s longest. The previous record of 365 feet was set in Tampa in 2024. The sandwich...
City commission votes 4-1 to renewal city clerk’s contract
FORT PIERCE – The employment contract for Fort Pierce City Clerk Linda Cox was extended for another year Monday night, two weeks ahead of the notice deadline city commissioners were obligated to provide her if they planned not to renew her employment. But the decision was not unanimous. District...
FHP trooper fired, accused of sharing Flock camera data, confidential information with friends via...
PORT ST. LUCIE, FLA. (WSVN) - - A former Florida Highway Patrol trooper is facing some serious charges after running into trouble with the law. Following his Sept. 9 arrest, Alain Fernandez, a 15-year trooper, is accused of sending Flock camera data and other law enforcement information to friends through text and Snap
15-year-old student arrested after false bomb threat at Martin County High School
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A 15-year-old student was arrested Tuesday after threatening Martin County High School, according to the district. Noah Taylor, a sophomore at the school, was arrested and charged with making a false report concerning the planting of a bomb, a second-degree felony. The threat was...
‘Nobody can see what I do to you’: New report details alleged Port St....
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — A traveling X-ray technician accused of sexually assaulting a patient at HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital allegedly told her, “Nobody can see what I can do to you,” before bringing her into an MRI room, according to a Port St. Lucie police report.
Indiantown data center plan returns with changes, resident concerns remain
A controversial proposal to build a massive data center in Indiantown is back before the public with significant changes, but the new plan has not eased the concerns of many residents.
Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Port St. Lucie metro area
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $369,678 in August, 1.3% higher than the year before. Increasing...
Wildlife artists to gather for Elliott Museum reception
STUART — Art enthusiasts can celebrate wildlife art and meet featured artists during a reception for the Society of Animal Artists Annual Exhibition from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at the Elliott Museum. The reception will include an awards presentation, opportunities to meet artists, a cash bar...
Multi-vehicle crash blocks shoulder on Florida’s Turnpike in Martin County
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A multi-vehicle crash is blocking the right shoulder of Florida’s Turnpike South in Martin County Tuesday morning. The crash is between before Mile Marker 131 and before Mile Marker 129, according to Florida 511. A Road Ranger is at the scene. Drivers are...
Former Fox Business Producer Jennifer Eckhart, 36, Found Dead in Martin County Home
Jennifer Eckhart, a 36-year-old former Fox Business associate producer and podcast host, was found dead Saturday at her home in Martin County, Florida. Her mother discovered her and contacted sheriff's officials. The Martin County Sheriff's Office has said Eckhart died by suicide. The Miami Herald reported that Eckhart
