Detectives cut off major drug network in Martin County; drugs, guns, $60K seized
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Detectives dismantled a major narcotics network after a tip led them to an Indiantown man accused of distributing cocaine and THC to Martin County’s youth. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office successfully terminated a narcotics operation after a multi-week investigation into 21-year-old...
Martin County nurseries brace for more cold after weekend frost damage
Martin County nurseries prepare for another cold night after weekend frost damaged plants. Local retailers share tips for replanting damaged gardens.
Crash on I-95 South in Palm City significantly delays traffic
PALM CITY, Fla. (CBS12) — A crash with injuries on I-95 South in Palm City is causing significant delays on Friday morning. Florida 511 reported the crash at Mile Marker 112 near the Martin County Weigh Station at 8:09 a.m. In the latest update at 8:43 a.m., officials said...
Man arrested after woman’s body found told deputies he snapped grandmother’s neck in IRC
VERO BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A man who was arrested after his grandmother was found dead allegedly told deputies he killed the elderly woman by snapping her neck and repeatedly punching and stomping on her head after she poked him in the back with a steak knife. The arrest...
This botanical garden offers a surprisingly immersive walk through nature in Florida
This Florida garden doesn’t just show nature, it pulls you straight into it. McKee Botanical Garden feels less like a stroll and more like stepping into a living storybook. Winding paths twist through towering bamboo, quiet ponds, and dense tropical growth that closes in just enough to make the outside world disappear.
Cold start this morning gives way to a warmer, quieter weekend
West Palm Beach, FLA. (WPEC) — South Florida is waking up to colder conditions this morning following the passage of a cold front, but a warming trend is expected to take hold as the weekend progresses. While temperatures are well below average early today, much milder weather is on the way.
‘A lifesaver’: St. Lucie County offers free after-hours rides for dialysis patients
A free transportation program is helping dialysis patients get to their appointments during off-peak hours, providing crucial access for residents who can’t drive or don’t have vehicles. The county recently accepted a $200,000 state grant to expand the after-hours transit service, which operates outside regular...
Stolen merchandise spotted in plain view; suspect also found with narcotics, deputies say
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A series of business burglaries striking northern St. Lucie County ended with the arrest of a Sebring man. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office said that deputies responded around 4:45 p.m. on February 5 to South Kings Highway after business owners reported an overnight burglary....
Stuart railroad bridge replacement efforts continue as city seeks additional funding
The century-old railroad bridge on the St. Lucie River in Stuart remains a critical bottleneck for marine traffic, prompting ongoing efforts to secure funding for its replacement. The aging drawbridge, which carries more than 30 trains daily, has become increasingly problematic for mariners who depend on it for ocean...
Environmental Learning Center launches advisory council of more than 25 community leaders
VERO BEACH — The Environmental Learning Center has launched a new Advisory Council made up of more than 25 community leaders to boost its mission of environmental education in Indian River County. The nonprofit nature center, known for its “hands-on, feet-wet” programs, announced the council’s formation Tuesday....
