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National

Florida Supreme Court Upholds GOP-Drawn US House Map, Locking In Treasure Coast Districts

The ruling leaves Rep. Brian Mast's FL-21 boundaries intact heading into the next election cycle

Government & Politics

Florida's 2026 Ballot Takes Shape as Qualifying Week Nears Close

Democratic surprise in governor's race, GOP field locks in as deadline hits Friday at noon

Government & Politics

Donalds Skips Debate Stage, Takes Affordability Tour to Flagler as GOP Primary Heats Up

With $81M raised and Trump's backing, the Naples congressman declares the general election already started — but his rivals want him on stage

Opinion

Blight, Ballparks, and Accountability: What St. Lucie County Must Confront

Three issues demanding honest answers from Treasure Coast leaders — and from us

Opinion

Is the Treasure Coast Heading in the Wrong Direction?

Growth, governance, and accountability demand more than frustration — they demand action from residents who call this place home

Front Page

Artistic close-up portrait of a woman with red hair and nose rings, evoking a modern and vibrant mood.

Photo: Bjorn Pierre

Ten Years After Pulse, Fort Pierce Still Reckons With Its Ties to the Massacre

The shooter lived here. The city bore the stigma. A decade later, the Treasure Coast reflects on what it means to be the hometown of a mass murderer.

By the TC Sentinel Newsroom — Friday, June 12, 2026

FORT PIERCE — Ten years ago this week, Omar Mateen walked into the Pulse nightclub in Orlando and killed 49 people. He drove there from Fort Pierce. That geography has never stopped mattering to this city. June 12, 2016, was the deadliest mass shooting in modern American histo…

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A breathtaking sunset over a scenic ocean pier, capturing vibrant clouds and silhouettes.

Ray Bilcliff

Weather

Storms Return Sunday as Treasure Coast Weekend Starts on Drier Side

Saturday holds the best window for outdoor plans; a 70% rain chance builds through Sunday afternoon

Weather

Fort Pierce Tide Guide: Friday, June 12

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National

Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Minnesota Lawmaker, Husband While Posing as Officer

National

Vindman, Former NSC Witness in Trump Impeachment, Files for Florida Senate Race

Retired Army lieutenant colonel will challenge Sen. Ashley Moody in 2026, setting up a high-profile Senate contest with direct stakes for Treasure Coast voters

National

McMahon Moves to Dismantle Education Dept., Cutting Half Its Workforce

The former WWE executive is systematically hollowing out the agency, with effects rippling to student loan programs, disability services, and education research

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Wrongful Death Suit Targets Trucker, Carrier, Freight Giant in Fatal Turnpike Crash

Three people died Aug. 12 when a semi blocked all northbound lanes on the Turnpike near St. Lucie Mile Marker 171; lawsuit names four defendants

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Government & Politics

Stuart Commission Advances Backyard Chicken Ordinance 3-1 Over Water Quality Objections

One dissenting commissioner cited UF research linking chicken manure to algae growth and fish kills near Frazier and Poppleton creeks

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Aerial view of a stunning sunset over a waterway in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Josh Sorenson

Government & Politics

Indian River's CR-510 Widening Hits $250M Price Tag, Won't Be Done Until 2033

FEC Railway demands, water district disputes, and a $105M flyover are stretching a 6.4-mile project across more than a decade

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Indian River County's $250M Road 510 Widening Faces Permit Fights, Railroad Standoff

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Stuart CRB Splits 4-3 on Flagler Park Mural, Backs $48K in Business Grants

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Ciampi Moves to Derail Downtown Stuart Brightline Station, Pushing Fairgrounds Relocation

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Donalds Calls for GOP Unity, Skips Debate as Florida Governor's Race Takes Shape

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Martin County Commissioner Moves to Kill Downtown Stuart Brightline Station Plan

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Donalds, Renner, Fishback Join 2026 Florida Governor's Race

By the National Desk

Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Spiking Oil Prices as Ceasefire Talks Stall

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Three Candidates Qualify for Florida CFO Race Ahead of Friday Deadline

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U.S. Military Launches Strikes on Multiple Targets in Iran

By the National Desk

Government & Politics All Government & Politics →

2 MIN READ

Wrongful Death Suit Targets Trucker, Carrier, Freight Giant in Fatal Turnpike Crash

Three people died Aug. 12 when a semi blocked all northbound lanes on the Turnpike near St. Lucie Mile Marker 171; lawsuit names four defendants

1 MIN READ

Stuart Commission Advances Backyard Chicken Ordinance 3-1 Over Water Quality Objections

One dissenting commissioner cited UF research linking chicken manure to algae growth and fish kills near Frazier and Poppleton creeks

Aerial view of a stunning sunset over a waterway in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Josh Sorenson

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Indian River's CR-510 Widening Hits $250M Price Tag, Won't Be Done Until 2033

FEC Railway demands, water district disputes, and a $105M flyover are stretching a 6.4-mile project across more than a decade

Education All Education →

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Martin County Schools Eyes Local Partnership to Double Teacher Pipeline at Half the Cost

A proposed deal with Indian River State College could train 34 paraprofessionals to become teachers for the same money that previously trained 15

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Martin County Schools Eyes Cheaper Teacher Pipeline, Tighter Conduct Code

A new IRSC partnership could train more than twice as many paraprofessionals to become teachers for the same cost as the district's expired program

A diverse group of activists holding protest signs in a studio setting, advocating for human rights and justice.

Pavel Danilyuk

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UF Trustees Unanimously Back Stuart Bell as Next President

Board of Governors must ratify the pick June 25; the choice comes after a bruising string of leadership controversies at the Gainesville university

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Convicted Felon Arrested After Armed Kidnapping Attempt on Woman, 74, at PSL Church

Bystanders at First United Methodist intervened as Jose Tsu Zamora, 64, allegedly grabbed the victim at gunpoint in Sunday morning parking lot attack

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PSL Woman Accused of Setting Fire to Trap Mother Inside Bedroom

Michelle Picard, 26, faces attempted murder, arson charges; two officers also injured during Sunday night incident on SE Airoso Boulevard

A dramatic scene of shattered glass and debris in warm lighting, symbolizing urban decay.

Michael Pointner

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Burglary Cluster Hits Port St. Lucie: SWAT Called, Cameras Crack Cases

At least three residential break-ins in a single news cycle raise questions about whether PSL is seeing a sustained crime uptick

Sports All Sports →

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Mumford & Sons Tour Stops in Fort Worth — Not the Treasure Coast

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TC Sentinel Spring All-Area Girls Tennis Team: Nominations Open for Treasure Coast's Best

Football team huddles with coaches during a game at a stadium under the evening sky.

Yura Forrat

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New South Fork Head Coach Eric Kresser Puts Bulldogs Through Summer Paces

Eric Kresser takes the reins at South Fork High as summer workouts signal a new era for Bulldogs football

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In Port St. Lucie's 2026 Market, Smaller Homes Are Moving First

Entry-level and mid-size single-family homes are drawing the fastest offers as buyers chase affordability in one of Florida's most competitive mid-size cities

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Free Summer Meals Available to Treasure Coast Kids Starting June 21

USDA program feeds children 18 and under at no cost across Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties — no registration, no income check required

Numerous American flags displayed on green grass in The Villages, FL.

Michael Griffin

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Southeast Florida Honor Flight Honors Centenarian WWII Veterans From Treasure Coast

The nonprofit's latest mission carries veterans 100 years and older to Washington, D.C. war memorials built in their honor

Weather All Weather →

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Tide Guide: Stuart, Thursday, June 11, 2026

Two highs, two lows — afternoon tide peaks at 3.1 feet; plan fishing and beach access around an 11 a.m. low

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Fort Pierce Tide Schedule: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Two high tides bracket the day — afternoon peak near 2.7 ft offers the best window for deeper-draft vessels

A tranquil Miami Beach sunset with gentle waves lapping the shore, capturing the beauty of nature.

Jojo Tesini

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Fort Pierce Tides for Thursday, June 11

A strong afternoon high and a near-zero midday low make for a wide tidal swing — plan your launch and fish accordingly

National All National →

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Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Spiking Oil Prices as Ceasefire Talks Stall

Revolutionary Guard fires on three vessels; Brent crude nears $100 a barrel — and Treasure Coast drivers are already feeling it at the pump

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Three Candidates Qualify for Florida CFO Race Ahead of Friday Deadline

Incumbent Ingoglia leads in fundraising; Democrat Taddeo expected to qualify before cutoff

American alligator in a Sarasota water pond, Florida USA.

Jeffrey Eisen

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Donalds, Renner, Fishback Join 2026 Florida Governor's Race

Three Republicans pay qualifying fee as field takes shape for open-seat contest

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