Van Fire Destroys Vehicle but Family Escapes Safely
A Brevard County mother and her four children escaped without injury after their van caught fire while traveling on US 1. Officials say a suspected mechanical failure caused the blaze. The mother pulled to the shoulder after her children spotted smoke, and everyone got out before flames engulfed the vehicle.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYVolusia Deputy Arrested After Bar Altercation
A 44 year old Volusia County Sheriff’s sergeant is facing two felony battery charges after investigators say he assaulted a 71 year old woman and her 77 year old husband during an off-duty altercation at a New Smyrna Beach bar. The deputy has been placed on administrative leave.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Sets Thursday Morning Starlink Launch
SpaceX is targeting Thursday morning for the launch of a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Liftoff is scheduled during a four-hour window beginning at 5:05 a.m., with the booster set to land on a droneship in the Atlantic.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFinal Atlantis Crew to Mark 15th Anniversary at Kennedy Space Center
The astronauts who flew the final Space Shuttle Atlantis mission will reunite Saturday at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to mark the 15th anniversary of STS-135. The event includes a public discussion, astronaut meet-and-greet and a patriotic drone show over the Rocket Garden.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard County Urges Hurricane Season Preparedness
So far, things have been pretty quiet, and with a little luck maybe they will stay that way. but Brevard County Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare now as the busiest part of hurricane season approaches. Officials recommend keeping at least seven days of supplies, reviewing evacuation plans, securing homes and signing up for […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPort Canaveral Approves New Commercial Fishing Hub
Port Canaveral is moving ahead with a $5.2 million commercial fishing hub designed to support the local seafood industry. The project includes new docks, fish cleaning stations, offices and parking. Officials say the facility will help preserve commercial fishing operations as the port continues expanding its cruise and cargo business.
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A Miami-based company is set to make history by launching what it calls the world’s first commercial nuclear-powered spacecraft. City Labs’ CubeSat is riding aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 mission from California, testing a self-powered Tritium battery designed to operate in space for years. The technology could eventually support future commercial and NASA missions to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPalm Bay Weighs Purchase of Former Golf Course
Palm Bay leaders are considering buying a 135-acre abandoned golf course in the Bayside Lakes area. The property could be turned into a regional park, walking trails and stormwater improvements instead of housing. The City Council is expected to discuss the proposal, including its $10.5 million asking price.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Drowns at Daytona Beach During Holiday Weekend
Authorities say the body of a missing 17 year old Orlando teen was recovered Saturday after he was caught in a rip current at Daytona Beach Friday evening. The drowning was the second along Volusia County beaches in less than 72 hours, prompting renewed warnings to swim only near lifeguards.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeputy Injured by Indirect Lightning Strike in Seminole County
A Seminole County Sheriff’s deputy is expected to recover after being indirectly struck by lightning Sunday at Mullet Lake Park in Geneva. Fire officials say lightning hit a nearby tree and the electrical current traveled to the deputy, who was taken to a hospital as a precaution.
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