County placed 271,200 cubic yards of sand — 18,000 over contract — even as Florida's renourishment program falls behind accelerating erosion
A statewide fiscal study found property taxes supply 43% of municipal general fund revenues — making sweeping reform a high-stakes gamble for local governments
A House proposal offers state attorneys a $10,000 raise and 40 new positions — but public defenders would get $3,500 and just eight slots, a disparity critics say threatens justice system balance
The governor says he'll 'get it across the finish line' this month, but Treasure Coast homeowners still don't know what the plan actually does
The moratorium follows the collapse of an Orlando tourist attraction; advocates push for permanent permit reforms before next legislative session in March 2027
More than $1 million in proposed enforcement spending targets construction, real estate, and accounting fraud statewide — with direct implications for the Treasure Coast's active property market.
Senate President expects vote right after Memorial Day; Treasure Coast lawmakers watching for local funding outcomes
Governor joins law enforcement chiefs near the Treasure Coast; Tallahassee budget conferees grind through 2026-2027 spending plan
House and Senate committees grind through FY 2026-27 differences as Indian River State College trustees meet Tuesday in Port St. Lucie
