FLORIDA — The Florida Attorney General's Attorney office has filed suit against the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the Biden administration arguing that the federal shutdown of the nation’s cruise industry is outdated.

INDIANTOWN —  The arrival of a cutting-edge and environmentally friendly Biorchar carbon plant came one step closer to reality on Southwest Fox Brown Road here after the Village of Indiantown Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board voted unanimously April 1 to recommend approval of the major si…

MARTIN COUNTY – At a time when our planet needs all the friends she can get, the Children's Museum is hosting Earth Fest, an event aimed to show what humans can do to love and care for the place we all share and call home.

TREASURE COAST — With manatees on the move due to changing water temperatures, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is urging boaters to slow down, especially in marked manatee zones.

While some commissioners worry about the cost, others worry that further delay could bring negative consequences

Felix A. Williams fifth-graders make ecological impression on Martin County School Board and superintendent

FLORIDA — Attorney General Ashley Moody is encouraging vigilance in the face of vaccine-related scams.

One Stuart resident’s inquiry led to explanation of construction mystery surrounding city-owned property

Village Council decides to opt for dual designation of E. Thelma Waters/Adams Street to appease opposition

FLORIDA – AAA - The Auto Club Group, is urging drivers to focus on the road ahead of them and not on their smartphones in April which is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

FLORIDA – The Federal Emergency Management Agency has updated its National Flood Insurance Program’s pricing methodology in an effort to create more equitable pricing.

FLORIDA - As of March 29 water temperatures off Key West were around 81.5 degrees Fahrenheit, about five degrees above normal. That does not bode well for the 2021 hurricane season, according to the meteorologists at AccuWeather.

FLORIDA - Florida has joined a 13-state coalition in filing suit against the federal government's effort to limit the ability of states to cut taxes in return for economic aid.

FLORIDA – Florida has joined a bipartisan coalition of 44 other states who are calling on eBay, Shopify and Twitter to stop scammers from selling fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards on their platforms.

“Drop-in Beer and Burger Fundraiser April 9, 2021 at Ocean Republic Brewery”

FLORIDA - The number of Florida law enforcement officer killed this year has now risen to 11 and more than half of the deaths are the result of violent attacks on police officers. Only 2 two line-of-duty deaths had occurred during the same time period last year.

MARTIN COUNTY - The key-note speakers offered inspiration and expertise to members of the Young Professionals of Martin County (YMPC) during their 2nd Annual Women’s Day Brunch.

Retired Martin County residents volunteer time and energy in helping citizens protect against COVID-19

County Commission transmits new wording for Chapter 18 in hopes of protecting CRA waterfront commercial

FLORIDA - The opioid crisis continues to ravage Florida, with close to 17 people dying each day due to overdoses.

FLORIDA – Florida's share of a deceptive marketing settlement agreement with Boston Scientific is $11.5 million.

City Commission to solicit bids for new operator for popular downtown Sunday market

FLORIDA – A measure to encourage private developers to help restore seagrass in Florida's coastal estuaries has cleared the Florida State House Environment, Agriculture and Flooding Subcommittee.

FLORIDA - As the latest round of standardized college entrance examinations gets underway, the Attorney General's office is advising parents to beware of emerging standardized test preparation scams.

FLORIDA - Governor Ron DeSantis has announced new eligibility guidelines for COVID-19 vaccinations in Florida.

FLORIDA – The Attorney General's office has issued a Consumer Alert warning Floridians about an increase in phone calls from impostors posing as Florida law enforcement officers.

FLORIDA – The arrival of spring brings increased energy usage, especially since many of us continue to spend more time at home.

FLORIDA – A bill that would help the Florida tourism industry recover from the ongoing pandemic has been re-introduced in the U.S. House by Florida Representatives Bill Posey (R-FL) and Charlie Crist (D-FL).

FLORIDA - U.S. Representatives Bill Posey (R-Florida) and Charlie Crist (D-Florida) reintroduced the American Space Commerce Act, H.R. 1369, in support of American leadership in space.

FLORIDA - A Consumer Alert has been issued warning Floridians of the possibility that scammers will renew efforts to get a piece of the millions in stimulus money being distributed by the federal government this month.

FLORIDA - Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy filing will soon make available additional funding to help Florida and other states alleviate the damage done by the opioid crisis.

MARTIN COUNTY - The Martin Artisans Guild latest exhibit and sale will feature over thirteen artists from the Martin Artisans Guild in a variety of media.

FLORIDA - The State of Florida has joined with 14 other states in a lawsuit against Google for what the complaint claims is the internet search giant's multiple violations of federal and state antitrust and consumer protection laws.

FLORIDA - The Florida Office of Financial Regulation has joined the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in a joint civil enforcement action against precious metals dealers for perpetrating a nationwide $185 million fraudulent scheme targeting the elderly.

FLORIDA - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has upgraded the Florida 511 (FL511) Advanced Traveler Information System ahead of the 2021 hurricane season.

Recent Florida Women’s Hall of Fame inductee E. Thelma Waters died March 4

LPA backs 27.5-acre plan for gas station, farm store and ALDI market on in Palm City

FLORIDA - Governor Ron DeSantis has announced new eligibility guidelines for COVID-19 vaccinations in Florida.

MARTIN COUNTY -The Sailfish Splash Waterpark in Stuart opened its gates for spring break on Saturday March 13, officially kicking off its 9th consecutive season of splashtastic fun for kids and families!

Martin Commission majority approves 177-unit multifamily complex with almost one third for lower incomes

FLORIDA - Seven Florida police officers died in the first two months of 2021.

TREASURE COAST - According to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com 20 percent of those who responded admitted that they spend more on their pets then themselves every year.

FLORIDA - The Florida Attorney General's Office along with 40 other state attorneys general, have reached a tentative settlement agreement with Retrieval-Masters Creditors Bureau over a data breach that exposed the personal information of up to 21 million people, including 1.25 million Flori…

FLORIDA - Since the activation of the Price Gouging Hotline in March of last year the Attorney General's Office has recovered more than $2.5 million for Florida consumers.

Commission agrees to require homeowners increasing square footage by 10 percent or more to fix onsite drainage

TREASURE COAST - March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s contributions in American history.

TREASURE COAST - If you have a pet or care for animals, you’ve probably received several emails from your veterinarian and animal protection organizations informing you that March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month.

TREASURE COAST - The American Red Cross South Florida Region is offering free virtual classes through the end of March. Some of the classes are for children, some for adults, and some for entire families.

FLORIDA - The Florida Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division has secured more than $260 million in restitution and other relief for residents of the sunshine state since 2019.

MARTIN COUNTY - The Florida Department of Public Health in Martin County is offering Covid-19 vaccinations, by appointment only.