Paraglider Makes Safe Emergency Landing Near I-95
A paramotor pilot safely landed near Interstate 95 in Titusville Sunday morning after an apparent engine failure. Witnesses reported seeing the aircraft descend near a wooded area south of Cheney Highway. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office says no injuries were reported, and officials say the pilot avoided nearby traffic and power lines during the emergency […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMosquito-Borne Virus Detected in Central Florida
Health officials are warning Central Florida residents after detecting Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or Triple-E, in the region. State data shows virus activity in Orange, Volusia and Brevard counties. While human cases are rare, the mosquito-borne illness can cause severe neurological disease. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and use insect repellent.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Arrested After Merritt Island Crash Spree
Cocoa Police say an 18 year old man is facing multiple charges after allegedly leading officers on a chase that ended with three crashes on Merritt Island. Investigators say Kamari Duncan fled a traffic stop, struck three vehicles, then crashed into a guide wire. Duncan later surrendered to a K-9 officer and was taken into […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWarbird Museum Plans America 250 Celebration
The Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum in Titusville will celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July Fourth with an Open Cockpit Day and family activities. Visitors can tour nine historic aircraft cockpits, enjoy free hot dogs and birthday cake, and enter hourly flight simulator drawings. Veterans will receive free admission with valid identification.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Targets Starfall Demo Launch From Cape Canaveral
SpaceX is preparing for a Falcon 9 launch Tuesday morning from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The Starfall Demo mission is scheduled for a one-hour launch window opening at 6:43 a-m, carrying its payload into low-Earth orbit. Following stage separation, the booster is expected to land on a droneship in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Melbourne Woman Arrested on Dui Charge After Speeding Stop
A Melbourne woman is facing a DUI charge after a Brevard County Sheriff’s deputy stopped her vehicle for speeding on U.S. 1. Deputies say 31 year old Alexandra Smartt was clocked at 85 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone early Sunday morning. Investigators say she showed signs of impairment and later […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Man Arrested in Dog Cruelty Case
Andrew Carroll has been arrested on an aggravated animal cruelty charge in Brevard County. Investigators say officers found his dog, Chance, severely malnourished, suffering from a serious leg infection, and covered in fleas. The dog was later euthanized because of its condition.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYArthur Remnants Could Redevelop Offshore
The National Hurricane Center says the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur could briefly redevelop after moving off the Carolina coast this weekend. Forecasters give the system a 10 percent chance of redevelopment. Regardless of its status, heavy rain and possible flash flooding remain concerns across parts of the Southeast through the next several days. Here […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeath Penalty Sought in Sanford Child Sex Case
Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against 35 year old Daniel Rodriguez of Sanford, who faces dozens of child sex crime charges involving two young relatives. The case marks the first time the 18th Judicial Circuit has pursued a death sentence under Florida’s 2023 law allowing capital punishment in certain child sexual battery cases.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLow Fuel Blamed for I-95 Plane Landing
Federal investigators now say low fuel caused a twin-engine Beechcraft to make an emergency landing on Interstate 95 near Cocoa back in December. The plane struck a car before stopping in the highway’s center lanes. No serious injuries were reported. The NTSB says the aircraft lost engine power while returning to Merritt Island Airport.
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