More Than 600,000 Signatures Submitted for Florida Recreational Marijuana Amendment
Backers of a proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida have submitted over 600,000 petition signatures, aiming to get the measure on the 2026 ballot. The Smart & Safe Florida political committee needs at least 880,062 valid signatures statewide to qualify.
Read MoreEarly Models Show Heavy Rain Possible in Gulf Coast Mid-july
While we will start to see some more wet summer weather beginning this weekend, early weather models indicate the potential for significant rainfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast in mid-July, with more than a foot of rain possible in the Big Bend region. The good news… the National Hurricane Center is not currently tracking any tropical […]
Read MoreSt. Johns Water Managers Lower River Levels Ahead of Hurricane Threats
The St. Johns River Water Management District is lowering water levels and monitoring rainfall in preparation for potential hurricanes. Engineers are using levees, floodgates and real-time data from sensors to manage water flow and prevent flooding across Central Florida. They now say the river is already two feet below winter levels to give it room […]
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The St. Johns River Water Management District is lowering water levels and monitoring rainfall in preparation for potential hurricanes. Engineers are using levees, floodgates and real-time data from sensors to manage water flow and prevent flooding across Central Florida. They now say the river is already two feet below winter levels to give it room […]
Read MoreNasa, SpaceX Target End of July for Crew-11 Iss Launch
NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch Crew-11 to the International Space Station as early as July 31 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission will mark 25 years of continuous human presence aboard the ISS. Final training and health protocols are underway. An exact launch date and mission timeline are still pending final […]
Read MoreBicyclist Killed in Crash at Stadium Parkway and Wickham Road
A 77-year-old bicyclist died after colliding with a vehicle Thursday morning in Viera. It happened just after 9 a.m. at Stadium Parkway and North Wickham Road. Troopers say a 90-year-old man driving a Hyundai sedan had the green light when the bicyclist crossed on a red. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The […]
Read MoreCw Theater in West Melbourne to Close After 25 Years
CW Theater in West Melbourne is set to close in early August after more than two decades in business. The Cinema World location, which opened in 2000, was the first in Brevard County with stadium-style seating. The theater’s parent company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this month in federal court. Despite the filing, the […]
Read MoreCocoa Police Charge Two in Teen’s Shooting in Sunrise Village
A 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old are facing attempted murder charges after a teen was shot in the head Wednesday night in Cocoa. Police say Gavin Neal and the teen suspect opened fire on the victim around 9 p.m. in Sunrise Village. The 17-year-old victim managed to call for help and was taken to Cape […]
Read MorePalm Bay Road and Babcock Street Intersection to Close for Weekend Work
Drivers in Palm Bay should plan for detours starting tonight. The intersection of Palm Bay Road and Babcock Street will close at 8 p.m. and remain shut down through 6 a.m. Monday for roadwork. Brevard County officials are urging drivers to avoid the area if possible and use alternate routes.
Read MoreAir Force Seeks Public Input on Starship Launches at Cape Canaveral
The U.S. Air Force held a public meeting in Cape Canaveral Wednesday to gather community feedback on Elon Musk’s Starship rocket launches. Residents expressed environmental concerns, especially about local wildlife and habitats. SpaceX projects $1.8 billion in investments and 600 jobs over five years. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for today, with a virtual hearing […]
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