Indian River sheriff says partial budget boost shows law enforcement ‘not a priority’
VERO BEACH — Indian River County commissioners approved a $6.8 million budget increase for the sheriff's office Wednesday after months of ...
Top Meal Specials in Sebastian, Micco, and Grant-Valkaria, Sept. 22-28
Sebastian, Micco, and Grant-Valkaria restaurants offer diverse food specials for Sept. 22-28, from Woody's barbecue to Old Fish House's seafood ...
Vero Beach woman arrested for cyberstalking officer with false claims
VERO BEACH — A 29-year-old woman was arrested on charges of cyberstalking a local police officer after authorities said she ...
Five standout Florida weekend escapes for fall
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — As autumn arrives soon in Florida, local travelers are eyeing weekend escapes that blend beaches, history, ...
Florida CFO ramps up attacks on ‘bloated’ local budgets, hints at broader scrutiny
TALLAHASSEE — Florida's chief financial officer is ramping up scrutiny of local government spending through the state's Department of Governmental ...
Indian River Transit wins top Florida transportation awards
VERO BEACH — Indian River Transit has won two top honors from the Florida Public Transportation Association, including Outstanding System ...
Florida state-backed insurer sees sharp drop in South Florida lawsuits amid reforms
TALLAHASSEE — The proportion of lawsuits filed against Florida's state-backed property insurer from South Florida has plummeted in recent years ...
Florida Homeowner Shoots, Kills Black Bear After It Breaks Into Rural Residence
DELAND — A homeowner in rural Central Florida shot and killed a black bear that had broken into his home, ...
Disney Destiny Cruise Ship Leaves Shipyard for Sea Trials Ahead of Florida Launch
ORLANDO — The Disney Destiny, the latest heroes-and-villains-themed vessel in Disney Cruise Line's expanding fleet, departed its German shipyard Friday ...
Driver Injured in Collision Between Van and Brightline Train in Vero Beach
VERO BEACH — One person suffered minor injuries Friday after a vehicle collided with a Brightline commuter train at a ...