Florida News That Impacts You – April 10th, 2026
Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.
- Colorado State University’s forecast for the Atlantic Hurricane season calls for below average activity this year. According to the CSU forecast, 13 named storms are expected with six hurricanes and two major hurricanes. Last year’s hurricane season was below average in activity despite all preseason forecasts projecting an above average season.
- Wanted former property manager Alexandra Gonzalez has been arrested by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Gonzalez turned herself into authorities on Thursday following the issuance of an arrest warrant for embezzlement from AvanGarde Property Management. Gonzalez is said to have stolen approximately $200,000 in HOA dues from residents in Whitemarsh Reserve and The Dunes of Hutchinson Island. Gonzalez, who faces 124 charges, evaded authorities until turning herself in.
- The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office has nabbed a woman believed to be responsible for a string of check fraud and debit card scams targeting seniors. Tania Salgado was arrested and charged with numerous counts of stealing and altering checks and stolen debit card information resulting in the theft of tens of thousands of dollars last year. A tattoo on Salgado’s hand proved to be critical evidence for investigators.
- Lowes Home Improvement has announced the planned opening of a new store in Tradition this June. The store will employ approximately 100 jobs, and the company is currently hiring for those positions.
- Beach erosion has been an issue for many coastal communities this week resulting from the front that’s moved through the area. Erosion has prompted the temporary closure of two public access points on Palm Beach. The beach at Brazilian and Chilean avenues are closed with dropoffs of five to six feet being reported on Thursday.
- Rain is in the rearview mirror as we head towards the weekend. Gusty conditions will continue today with highs in the upper 70’s – which is well below average for this date. We can expect similar weather through the weekend.
- Gas prices fell another four cents per gallon Thursday to $4.09 per gallon on average statewide. In Palm Beach County the average price is $4.24 per gallon, in Martin the average is $4.09, it’s $4.11 in St. Lucie, and in Indian River County the average is $4.10 per gallon.