HB 399 strips local zoning power statewide — and Martin County's decades-long fight against sprawl may be the biggest casualty on the Treasure Coast
Emily Gregory's win in Trump's Mar-a-Lago district — part of a two-seat sweep — triggers Democratic endorsements, gubernatorial momentum, and a rare public warning from DeSantis himself
Paige Greenlee defeated Jeffrey Ryner with 7,244 votes to 4,583 and will be sworn in June 19 in Orlando, set to lead the bar serving Treasure Coast attorneys in 2027-28.
Giardino, selected from over 80 applicants, replaces Michael Mortell, who was fired without cause last October in Martin County's seat.
Political newcomer Emily Gregory won the special election for the Palm Beach-area Florida House seat, a victory national Democrats hail as momentum for 2026 midterms.
Senate and House sessions in Tallahassee target Treasure Coast schools by expanding the guardian program to universities, tightening gang penalties and prohibiting diversity initiatives.
City commissioners unanimously approved the citation-funded program targeting drivers 11 mph over limits, which could inspire Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
Bills including SB 1745 would expand K-12 school vaccine opt-outs, curb local government budgets, and mandate holds on undocumented truck drivers in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
TSA screeners work without pay as Trump threatens ICE deployment to airports; Treasure Coast families face long lines, flight uncertainty
