‘Really deep roots’: Historic family name graces new North Causeway Bridge
The new A1A North Causeway Bridge opened to drivers on Friday. But the bridge is officially named the E.C. Summerlin Family Bridge.
Health advisory issued for Fort Pierce Inlet State Park river area
FORT PIERCE — The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County has issued a water quality advisory for the river location at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park after testing found elevated levels of Enterococcus bacteria. The advisory applies to the river location at the park, located at 905...
2 rescued, 2 reach shore in early morning boat capsize in Jupiter
JUPITER, Fla. (CBS12) — In the early hours of Friday morning, a dramatic rescue unfolded near the A1A bridge in Jupiter after a boat capsized, leaving two people unaccounted for and sparking a search by emergency crews. Palm Beach County Fire Rescue said that crews responded to an open...
Buc-ee’s opening 4 new Florida locations as new pump policy rolls out
Many Florida residents continue to wait for the arrival of four new Buc-ee's travel centers. The Sunshine State currently has two of the huge travel centers, both located in northeast Florida near St. Augustine and Daytona Beach. The four new locations will spread the nugget love across the state, although...
Boat with 4 people on board capsizes near Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Two people had to be rescued after a boat capsized near Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse early Friday morning.
Miami-Dade man arrested on 36 fraud charges in Stuart credit card investigation
STUART — A Miami-Dade County man was arrested on dozens of fraud-related charges following an investigation into unauthorized credit card transactions at a Stuart Walmart, according to authorities. The investigation began April 3 after a victim from Brevard County reported unauthorized charges made on her credit card a
New birthing center proposed after closure leaves moms delivering miles away
The proposed Treasure Coast Maternity Center would bring 6 birthing suites to Stuart, after the closure of Cleveland Clinic Martin North's maternity unit left families delivering miles away.
Thrive incident raises questions on public safety
An incident last week involving a threat to the Vero Beach offices of nonprofit Thrive could complicate the agency’s plans to open a round-the-clock addiction intake center and transient addict housing facility in a residential neighborhood in Vero Beach. On Thursday, May 7, just before 6 p.m., an employee...
The Beach Shop, landmark Ocean Drive retailer, will end memorable run in July
After more than “seven decades of sun and fun,” outfitting locals and visitors with classic Florida sportswear, The Beach Shop will close in July. A landmark on Ocean Drive, half a block south of Sexton Plaza, the store was founded by Jackie Zorn in 1950, when the only way to get to Central Beach was by boat or via a d
Fort Pierce police chief outlines progress, challenges 100 days into role
FORT PIERCE — Fort Pierce Police Chief David M. Smith marked his first 100 days on the job this week by updating city commissioners on efforts to address dozens of recommendations outlined in a department improvement report first presented last year. The report, introduced to the commission in May...
