Latest reporting and updates from Stuart, Florida.
A Martin County judge ruled that Kersten Francilus, 25, is incompetent to stand trial in the fatal stabbing of Joyce Ellen Thompson Adams, 73, in the Southwood community near Stuar
A man was injured Saturday afternoon when lightning struck a boat near Sandsprit Park in Stuart, according to Martin County Fire Rescue and the Martin County Sheriff's Office. Mart
The Stuart City Commission voted Monday night to replace Mayor Sean Reed with Commissioner Eula Clarke and fire City Manager Michael Giardino after just four months on the job. The
Martin County will not receive federal funding for a proposed Brightline station in downtown Stuart through the Intercity Passenger Rail Program, making the future of the project u
The City of Stuart has been awarded $79 million in federal funding to replace the aging St. Lucie River Railroad Bridge as part of a $5.3 billion nationwide investment in rail safe
The Stuart City Commission voted to place a November referendum on the ballot asking voters to rescind a 2011 decision that set aside a two-acre parcel as a revenue source for Haney Creek preserve maintenance.
Spirit Halloween is opening temporary stores in Stuart and Jensen Beach this month as part of 10 locations across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast.
Murray Middle School students are returning to class this week in Stuart to a campus undergoing major construction nearly two years after a tornado destroyed two buildings and damaged a third.
Martin County Fire Rescue crews on Saturday afternoon freed a tree trimmer who became trapped about 40 feet in the air after his lift stopped working in Stuart. Firefighters were d
The Costco at 3173 S. Kanner Highway in Stuart reopened Friday after an electrical fire forced its closure Thursday, but only dry goods are available because the refrigeration unit remains non-operational.
A Fort Myers man is charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and child abuse after deputies say he performed a PIT maneuver on a North Carolina family's vehicle during a road rage incident near Stuart.
David Allen Kingsley Jr., 31, was arrested July 28 after fleeing a Stuart Police officer during a traffic stop and leading law enforcement on a chase that ended in Martin County wi
David Kingsley Jr., 31, faces multiple charges after fleeing a traffic stop Tuesday night and leading officers on a pursuit through Stuart and Martin County.
A 31-year-old man was arrested Tuesday night after police said he fled a traffic stop in Stuart, struck another vehicle and led officers on a multi-agency pursuit into Martin Count
The Treasure Coast offers several family events this weekend, including a Christmas in July vendor market in Palm City and the weekly Rockn Riverwalk concert series in Stuart. The
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties will hold the Big Taste of Martin County food and spirits event October 6 at Atlantic Aviation in Stuart to support mentoring programs.
After a month-long investigation, Martin County detectives arrested a Miami man accused of targeting boats from Stuart to Hobe Sound during a July crime spree.
77-year-old Gail Giustino was arrested on two misdemeanor animal cruelty-related charges following the search of a Stuart home where Martin County authorities found more than 70 an
Stuart's downtown public dock closes July 6 for a $3 million renovation projected to be complete by next Fourth of July. The project will nearly double the dock's capacity from 18
The Florida Board of Governors voted 15-1 Wednesday to approve Stuart Bell as the next president of the University of Florida, concluding a search that has lasted two years. Bell,
A Stuart medical service has introduced advanced shockwave therapy for knee pain relief.
South Fork High School's football team has begun summer workouts in Stuart as the Bulldogs prepare for the upcoming fall season under new head coach Eric Kresser. Kresser previousl
Stuart city officials continue to debate whether to pursue a Brightline passenger rail station within city limits. The discussion centers on how the city would accommodate a statio
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast is using its two Stuart thrift stores to keep animal care going during a major renovation of its shelter in Palm City.
Martin County Commissioner Ed Ciampi has asked county staff to begin conversations with Brightline leadership about relocating the planned train station from its current proposed l
Pauline Thomas of Stuart passed away, with services handled by Treasure Coast Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory in Stuart.
A Stuart dog training and boarding facility is providing summer boarding services for pet owners who plan to travel.
A 24-year-old tire shop employee was killed Tuesday morning after a customer's vehicle fell off a lift at Atlantic Tire at 705 Southeast Monterey Road in Stuart. Stuart police resp
A Stuart business owner is speaking out about what she describes as an unnecessarily complicated permit approval process for a storage building project. Janet Milici, who co-owns N
Stuart has unveiled a large mural designed to promote awareness of local ecosystems.