Florida’s Homestead Exemption Proposal Explained
Discover how raising Florida’s homestead exemption could impact property taxes and local services.
Major Turnpike Crash Closes All Lanes Near Stuart Exit 133
A major crash on the Florida Turnpike in Martin County has closed all lanes near Stuart, according to Florida 511. The crash occurred near Exit 133 at Martin Downs Boulevard. Lane Closures on the Florida Turnpike All lanes of the Florida Turnpike were closed at the crash site. Traffic could be seen slowly moving past […]
Florida Permit-Free Home Repairs Law Takes Effect July 2026
A new Florida law will allow homeowners to perform minor home repairs and construction projects without obtaining a building permit, starting July 1, 2026. Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 803 into law, one of five bills he approved last week. What the Permit-Free Home Repairs Law Covers Under HB 803, a local government that issues […]
Shake Shack Opens First Treasure Coast Location
Shake Shack is opening in Port St. Lucie, bringing its famous burgers to the Treasure Coast. Find it at 200 NW Peacock Blvd.
Hialeah Woman Charged With Identity Fraud at SLC Bank
A 45-year-old Hialeah woman was arrested and charged with identity-related fraud, grand theft, and possession of drug paraphernalia after she allegedly attempted to withdraw $8,400 from a St. Lucie County bank using fraudulent documents. The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office (SLCSO) said the incident occurred on May 22, 2026, when deputies responded to a report […]
Fort Pierce Police Arrest 18-Year-Old in Sunday Shooting
The Fort Pierce Police Department arrested an 18-year-old in connection with a shooting that left a man on a sidewalk Sunday night in Fort Pierce, Florida. The arrest came Tuesday after police identified the suspect in the incident. Suspect Identified and Arrested Police identified the shooter as Elijah Robinson, 18. Robinson was arrested on Tuesday […]
1-Year-Old Drowns in Backyard Pool in Indian River County
A 1-year-old drowned Tuesday afternoon after a family member found the child submerged in a backyard pool in south Indian River County, according to the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. Emergency Response and Hospital Transport First responders, including the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office, arrived at the scene at 4:30 p.m. The toddler was rushed […]
Port St. Lucie Population Growth Surges 25% in Five Years
A study prepared for the city by planning consultant NUE Urban Concepts found that Port St. Lucie population growth has accelerated so rapidly that the city added more residents in the last five years than it used to add in fifteen. The city grew from 204,851 residents in 2020 to 260,194 in 2025 — an […]
Bicyclist Killed in Brightline Train Collision in Stuart
A man riding a bicycle was killed after being struck by a Brightline train late Tuesday morning in Stuart, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Crash Location and Details The crash happened around 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, near the intersection of Southeast Monterey Road and Southeast Dixie Highway. Martin County Fire […]
Fort Pierce man hospitalized after being found with gunshot wound, police say
A man was hospitalized after being found on a sidewalk with a gunshot wound in Fort Pierce on Sunday night. The Fort Pierce Police Department is investigating the shooting and searching for a suspect. Shooting Near 23rd Street and Avenue E At approximately 9:45 p.m. Sunday, the Fort Pierce Police Department heard gunfire in the […]