Another Brightline Fatality
A Brightline train struck and killed a pedestrian Wednesday night in Melbourne, marking the second Brightline-related fatality in Brevard County this year. Police say the pedestrian was seen standing on the tracks near Fee Avenue just before the collision occurred around 8:30 p.m. This tragedy follows another fatal Brightline crash involving a pedestrian late Sunday […]
Read MoreBrevard To Be Represented At Trump Inauguration
The Brevard Police & Fire Pipes & Drums band is set to perform in President-Elect Donald Trump’s inaugural parade on Monday. The group, made up of active and retired law enforcement officers and firefighters, was selected from thousands of bands to take part in the historic event. With ages ranging from 40 to 75, the […]
Read MoreBusiness Trailer And Supplies Stolen
A Palm Bay family’s business trailer, containing over $30,000 in custom-made supplies, was stolen from their driveway Wednesday evening. Surveillance footage shows a truck hitching the trailer and driving off. The family, owners of “Not Quite Vegas,” is asking for help locating the trailer and poker tables marked with their business logo.
Read MoreMoody Appointed To Fill Rubio’s Remaining Term
Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to replace Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate. The move follows President-elect Trump’s selection of Rubio as Secretary of State. Moody, a former circuit court judge and prosecutor, has served as Attorney General since 2019. Her supporters praise her conservative stance. Moody is expected to […]
Read MoreRecreational Pot Not Dead After All
A new push for recreational marijuana in Florida is underway, months after a similar proposal fell short. Backed by the state’s largest medical-marijuana company, the revised measure would allow adults 21 and over to purchase pot and address previous concerns raised by Governor DeSantis. The initiative is set for the 2026 ballot.
Read MoreBrevard Prepping For NASA
Brevard County hopes to attract space-related jobs as part of Florida’s push to relocate NASA’s headquarters to the state. The Palm Bay city council is set to vote on a resolution supporting Brevard County as a permanent home for NASA and other space agencies. With local lawmakers backing the initiative, the hope is to successfully […]
Read MoreDeSantis Calling For Special Session
GOVERNOR RON DESANTIS IS CALLING ON THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO CONVENE IN TALLAHASSEE FOR A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION AHEAD OF INAUGURATION DAY, HOPING THAT STATE LAWMAKERS WILL EMBOLDEN FLORIDA LAW ENFORCEMENT TO COOPERATE WITH PRESIDENT-ELECT TRUMP’S DEPORTATION PLANS….
Read MoreMelbourne Looking For Help To Address Homeless
Melbourne is calling for help in addressing its rising homeless population. At the city council meeting, Mayor Paul Alfrey criticized other Brevard County cities for not contributing to the efforts. While Melbourne has been providing services, including funding for Daily Bread’s soup kitchen, more housing options are needed. A long-term plan includes the development of […]
Read MoreNew Glenn Launches
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket made a successful debut early this morning, lifting off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Launch Complex 36 at 2:03am… The 321-foot-tall rocket carried Blue Origin’s Blue Ring pathfinder test equipment into space. While the booster did not land as planned, the mission marked a major milestone for the company, […]
Read MoreMerritt Islanders Upset Over Noise
Residents of Merritt Island are speaking out about persistent noise from the Air Liquide plant near Kennedy Space Center. The facility, which works with NASA on space-related technologies, has been causing disruptions, with some neighbors saying the noise is unbearable, starting as early as midnight. Despite a ruling months ago for the plant to reduce […]
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