New VA clinic in Vero Beach to open in phases, bringing specialized care for...
VERO BEACH — A new Indian River VA Clinic in Vero Beach will provide services incrementally, starting in March and full swing by May. The outpatient facility has diverse specialties and is affiliated with the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System. The new location, set at 777 37th St. (east of the hospital in what...
1 dead, 2 seriously injured in Fort Pierce crash Friday night at intersection
One person died and two were seriously injured in a high-speed crash at a Fort Pierce intersection Friday night. Police are investigating.
12-year-old airlifted after being shot inside Fort Pierce home; gunman at large
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Police are searching for suspects after a stray bullet struck a 12-year-old boy inside his Fort Pierce home late Friday night. Officers with the Fort Pierce Police Department say they responded to shots fired on the 500 block of North 22nd Street just after 11:30 p.m. on Friday.
Hibiscus Children’s Center Hosts Culinary Adventure at “Island Hop” Wine & Dine!
More than 150 guests embarked on an unforgettable culinary journey at Hibiscus Children’s Center’s Wine & Dine celebration on February 12th at Grand Harbor Club, raising critical support for youth in need. This year’s “Island Hop” theme transported guests across the globe through a progressive tasting experience,...
ORCA Saves the Ocean One Step at a Time; Signature Annual Fundraiser Set for...
On this week's episode of In Focus, we sit down with Edie Widder of the Ocean Research and Conservation Association, also known as ORCA. The group found its start here on the Treasure Coast, and has dedicated itself to fighting for our oceans, the Indian River Lagoon, and all its inhabitants.
Northern section of Humiston Beach Park closes for dune restoration
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — The northern portion of Humiston Beach Park has closed as crews begin work on a beach and dune restoration project tied to storm damage from Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. County officials, working with the City of Vero Beach, began the closure Tuesday, Feb. 17, to...
Treasure Coast to see summerlike heat before sharp cold front
TREASURE COAST — Unseasonably warm temperatures across the Treasure Coast are expected to give way to a sharp cool-down as a strong cold front moves through the region Sunday, according to the National Weather Service Melbourne. Forecasters say highs Saturday will climb into the mid to upper 80s, near...
Vero Beach Police seeking two men in bank cash-trap case
Vero Beach, FL/CBS12 News — Vero Beach Police are looking for two men who were caught on surveillance cameras at a bank, late at night. Police say on February 18 at about 10 p.m., two men installed a cash-trap device on an ATM at a TD Bank at 4100 20th Street.
Cat found hiding on spare tire under Florida deputy’s patrol car
A cat that darted into traffic and was hit by a car was found hiding on a spare tire under a Florida deputy's patrol car on Wednesday.
FHP trooper with ties to Fort Pierce dies from medical emergency during training
A Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper died while participating in a training academy event on Wednesday. Trooper Michael Diego was participating in a competitive process for the Patrol’s Criminal Interdiction Unit when he suffered a medical emergency. He ultimately passed away at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Diego...

















