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May 03, 2026

GOP Candidate Pivots to Redrawn CD 22 Bordering Treasure Coast

Michael Carbonara abandons his challenge against Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz to run in Florida's new 22nd District, which extends into Palm Beach County near Martin and Indian River counties.

A Republican congressional candidate's decision to abandon a high-profile South Florida race and stake his claim in Florida's newly drawn 22nd Congressional District carries potential downstream conse...

May 03, 2026

Florida GOP Redraws Maps, Reshaping Treasure Coast Districts Amid More Sessions

Lawmakers swiftly approved new congressional lines to boost Republican seats, setting up special sessions on property taxes that could hit local voters' wallets.

Florida's Republican-controlled Legislature completed a mid-decade congressional redistricting special session this past week, drawing new maps that could redraw political power across the state — inc...

May 03, 2026

Vero Beach Kicks Off 27th Avenue Bridge Repairs, Lane Closures Until June 14

City crews started fixing the span between Atlantic and Aviation boulevards on April 20, advising Indian River County drivers to expect delays during peak commutes for nearly two months.

Drivers crossing the 27th Avenue bridge in Vero Beach should plan for delays after the city launched repairs on the span Monday, with lane closures set to remain in place for nearly two months. The w...