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Port St. Lucie offers up to $25K for flood repairs

Port St. Lucie homeowners whose properties were damaged by this week's flooding could be eligible for up to $25,000 in financial assistance for critical repairs.

Port St Lucie, FL · 1d

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'It's still rising': Jensen Beach homes flooded

Much of a Jensen Beach neighborhood on Hyline Drive is underwater after this week's heavy rain overwhelmed the local drainage system. As of Wednesday afternoon, water levels inside some homes are still rising long after the rain stopped.

Jensen Beach, FL · 1d

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St. Lucie County road closures linger as floodwaters fail to recede

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL — Some roads in St. Lucie County remain closed after flooding earlier this week, and county officials say they can’t yet say when they will reopen or what repairs will be needed. “We are still experiencing some isolated road closures due to the flooding...

St Lucie County, FL · 1d
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Flooding leaves Creekside community in St. Lucie County without power, most homes evacuated

Floodwaters remain knee-deep in parts of the Creekside community in St. Lucie County, where officials say roughly 75% of the neighborhood's homes have been evacuated, and power remains shut off. St. Lucie County Sheriff Richard Del Toro provided a Thursday update, saying the community, located off State Road 70 west...

St Lucie County, FL · 23h
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WATCH: Florida students wade through waist-deep floodwater after getting off school bus

Florida students were seen on Monday getting off a school bus and walking through waist-deep floodwater.

Port St Lucie, FL · 3d

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Second pump deployed for Vitalia community flood response

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla (CBS 12) — A second pump is now operating in Port St. Lucie Vitalia community as crews continue working to remove floodwater from the neighborhood. The St. Lucie County Fire District said Thursday afternoon that the City of Port St. Lucie Public Works Department installed a second 12-inch pump, which became operational at approximately 1 p.m.

Port St Lucie, FL · 20h

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Flooding shuts down South 25th Street near two St. Lucie County schools

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Flooding continues to plague St. Lucie County roads, with officials closing a stretch of South 25th Street near two schools as the district extends school closures through Thursday. St. Lucie County announced Wednesday that South 25th Street is closed to through traffic between Fort...

St Lucie County, FL · 1d

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Giordano unseats Martin in Port St. Lucie mayoral race

Steven Giordano overcame a double-digit primary deficit to win the Port St. Lucie mayor's seat, unseating Shannon Martin by just over 2,300 votes.

Port St Lucie, FL · 2d

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Evacuations underway as flooding swamps Port St. Lucie neighborhood

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — Port St. Lucie police are evacuating residents from the flooded Vitalia community as dangerous waters continue to affect neighborhoods more than 48 hours into the flooding emergency. The Port St. Lucie Police Department said officers and emergency personnel were helping residents affected by...

Port St Lucie, FL · 1d

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Shark Spotted Swimming Through Flooded Florida Intersection

Florida is underwater. Parts of the state have experienced widespread flooding, leading to the unusual sight of aquatic life swimming through city streets – including at least one shark. Days of torrential rain led to a state of emergency in the Sunshine State this week. Floodwaters created widespread damage...

Fort Pierce, FL · 21h

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St. Lucie County flips blue after 14 years as voters increase turnout despite floods

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — St. Lucie County flipped blue in Tuesday's governor's race for the first time in more than a decade, as voter turnout climbed despite historic flooding that forced last-minute polling place changes. Democrat David Jolly carried the county with approximately 51% of the vote,...

St Lucie County, FL · 2d

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New Florida Trader Joe's grocery store planned for Indian River County

The Treasure Coast could be getting a Trader Joe's grocery store in 2027. The popular California-based grocery chain opened a new Orlando location Nov. 5, but more Florida stores are planned for 2027, including one in Vero Beach, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde . "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." Trader Joe's typically adds a location on its official store finder once a lease is signed and permitting is underway. More: Whole Foods, Cheesecake Factory among chains Florida residents want What is Trader Joe's? The grocery store chain, known for its affordable items and viral tote bags , has over two dozen locations across Florida. Trader Joe's reviews what fans submit at Request a Trader Joe's in My City , but the company primarily considers growth, parking, population and traffic flow, according to Vice President of Culture and Innovation Matt Sloan. Olivia Franklin is TCPalm’s trending and breaking news reporter. You can contact her at olivia.franklin@tcpalm.com , 317-627-8048 or follow her

Indian River County, FL · 1d

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Okeechobee County to open flood relief distribution

Residents can pick up tarps, cleaning buckets and bottled water at the Agri-Civic Center, located at 4601 State Rd. 710 E., from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., while supplies last

Okeechobee County, FL · 2d

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2026 City of Fort Pierce Annual Thanksgiving Meal Distribution with Treasure Coast Food Bank

The City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with the Treasure Coast Food Bank, is excited to host its 6th Annual Thanksgiving Meal Distribution on Saturday, November 21, 2026, to support families preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday. This annual tradition reflects our community’s commitment to sharing, caring, and ensuring that families can enjoy a holiday meal together.

Fort Pierce, FL · 1d

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Former Port St. Lucie city council members clinches election for Florida House

Republican Anthony Bonna, a former Port St. Lucie City Council member, has won the race for Florida House District 85, defeating Democrat Wayne Richter in a closely contested election. Bonna received 50% of the vote, compared with Richter’s 49%. Third-party candidate Amr Metwally received less than 1%. Bonna will...

Port St Lucie, FL · 2d

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No school Nov. 5 in Florida counties

Schools in Indian River and St. Lucie counties will remain closed Nov. 5 following the deluge of rains and flooding from earlier in the week, according to officials. While the Indian River County School District reports buildings are dry and secure with power and air conditioning, there are concerns about whether students and employees can travel safely to and from school. “Students need safe bus routes, roads, bridges, sidewalks, and pathways to reach school,” the district stated. “Many major roads remain closed across the county, including in South County and along the Oslo corridor . In parts of Highlands, roads remain unsafe and some homes are without power.” Nearly 100 employees can’t report to work “because of conditions in their areas.” Practice fields are closed, and extracurricular activities and practices are canceled until further notice. Schools in St. Lucie County also will be closed, according to spokesperson Lydia Martin. Nov. 2 was at least a 500-to-1,000-year rainfall event , said Robert Haley, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Melbourne. St. Lucie County received varying amounts of rain that day, with the highest rainfall in the area of Interstate 95 into the Port St. Lucie area, which received about

Indian River County, FL · 1d

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City of Fort Pierce Announces Enhanced Code Enforcement Pilot Program Within FPRA District

The City of Fort Pierce, in partnership with the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency (FPRA), is launching a one-year Enhanced Code Enforcement Pilot Program aimed at improving property conditions, reducing blight, and supporting ongoing redevelopment efforts throughout the FPRA District. Through this initiative, the FPRA will fund two dedicated Code Enforcement...

Fort Pierce, FL · 1d

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Indian River County - Week of Nov. 6

BOUJIE HANDBAG BINGO – The Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach on Friday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $75 for eight Bingo games/one raffle ticket. Go to secure.qgiv.com/for/mhaboujiehandbagbingo2026/event/mhaboujiehandbagbingo2026. NOV. 6-DEC. 13. VETERAN’S EXHIBITION – Vero Beach Museum of Art, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach...

Vero Beach, FL · 2d

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Stuart issues water contact notice for Frazier Creek after untreated wastewater overflow

STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A precautionary water contact notice has been issued by the City of Stuart for the affected area of Frazier Creek. The City of Stuart says that following heavy rainfall and severe flooding on Tuesday, an overflow of untreated wastewater occurred from a manhole in the 600 block of SW Camden Avenue. The overflow then entered Frazier Creek through a storm drain.

Stuart, FL · 1d