The new measure bars Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River officials from treating campsites like occupied homes for special assessments, easing charges on regulated parks effective immediately.
CD-21, covering parts of St. Lucie and Martin counties, is among the seats at risk as DeSantis and national Democrats escalate their public war of words ahead of the April 28 special session.
The 66% approval could inspire Treasure Coast leaders in Stuart, Port St. Lucie and Vero Beach to align local votes with statewide races for higher participation.
House Speaker Daniel Perez blames Gov. Ron DeSantis for not delivering a plan after over a year of promises, leaving the House's homestead tax elimination bill in limbo.
Florida's unemployment tops national rate for first time in five years as record drought threatens agriculture, water supply, and wildfire risk along the coast
Local drivers now pay about $63 to fill a midsize SUV's 16-gallon tank, up $3.50 from last week amid global market volatility.
Emily Gregory's $214K haul challenges GOP's Jon Maples in District 87 special election bordering Treasure Coast, with Tuesday's vote looming.
New Washington Post reporting details a responding officer's frustration as Mills avoided arrest after a 2025 domestic assault call; Mills pushes back on comparisons to resigned members
The first-term lawmaker's massive fundraising edge points to an easy August primary win, with her opponent already spending most of his scant funds.
