Florida Senate Approves Penny Rounding Bill
The Florida Senate has passed a bill allowing businesses to round cash purchases up or down to the nearest nickel as pennies disappear from circulation. Under the plan, totals ending in one, two, six or seven cents would round down, while three, four, eight or nine cents would round up. The change would not affect […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPalm Bay Firefighters Rescue Dog From Northwest House Fire
Palm Bay Fire Rescue crews saved a dog from a house fire in northwest Palm Bay on Thursday. Firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the home, launched an aggressive interior attack and rescued the animal from inside. The fire was contained to one room and no injuries were reported. Officials say the fire appears to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Senate Advances E Bike Safety Regulations
The Florida Senate has approved a bill aimed at tightening regulations on e bikes as crashes increase statewide. The measure would set a 10 mile per hour speed limit around pedestrians, require riders to yield on sidewalks and in parks, and mandate an audible signal when passing. Supporters say the goal is to improve safety, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFive Acre Brush Fire Contained Near Palm Shores Church And School
Firefighters brought a five acre brush fire under control Thursday in the Palm Shores area of Brevard County. Flames burned near Wickham Road and the Pineda Causeway, close to Faith Fellowship Church and Holy Trinity School. No homes were evacuated, but the school released students early and canceled after school activities. Crews responded within minutes […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMims Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations Before Containment
A 20 acre brush fire in Mims forced some residents from their homes Thursday afternoon. Deputies with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office went door to door near Blounts Ridge Road as flames spread through heavy dry brush west of Interstate 95. Brevard County Fire Rescue says at least two outside structures were damaged.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFive Acre Brush Fire In North Melbourne
Fire crews worked Thursday to contain a fast moving brush fire in north Melbourne that grew to about five acres. The blaze broke out near the 2800 block of Business Center Boulevard, close to Faith Fellowship Academy and Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy Upper School. Brevard County Fire Rescue used multiple engines and water drops to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOne Dead In Fiery I 95 Crash Near Scottsmoor
One driver is dead after a fiery two vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Interstate 95 in north Brevard County. The wreck happened just north of Deering Parkway near the Scottsmoor exit when a tractor trailer overturned, struck a guardrail and caught fire, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The truck driver was pronounced dead at […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOrlando International Ranks Near Top In North America For Departures
Orlando International Airport has been named one of the top airports in North America for departing passengers. In the 2025 Airport Service Quality Customer Experience Awards, Airports Council International ranked Orlando International Airport second among airports handling more than 40 million passengers a year, behind Dallas Fort Worth and ahead of Toronto Pearson. Orlando also […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYUS, Iran Resume Talks As Trump Weighs Military Action
The United States and Iran resume negotiations today in Geneva as President Donald Trump warns broader military action remains on the table if talks fail. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran’s growing military capabilities pose an increasing global threat…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSt Lucie County Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested in Sebastian
A St. Lucie County sheriff’s deputy was arrested in Sebastian after police say he led officers on a high-speed chase while driving drunk. Arthur Robert Alfaro was taken into custody early Sunday after speeds topped 100 miles per hour before the pursuit was called off for safety. Police later stopped the vehicle, and say Alfaro’s […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Bill Would Require Booster Seats For 8 Year Olds
A proposal moving through the Florida Legislature would require most 8 year old children to ride in booster seats. House Bill 233 would expand current child restraint rules to include kids ages six through eight, unless the child is at least four feet nine inches tall. The bill is still awaiting committee action in Tallahassee. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNASA Rolls Back Artemis II Rocket For More Repairs
NASA has moved its Artemis II moon rocket off the launch pad and back into the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center for additional repairs. The 322-foot Space Launch System rocket had been at the pad for about a month, but managers ordered the rollback after problems with the helium pressurization system. The delay […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNASA Identifies Astronaut In First ISS Medical Evacuation
NASA has identified astronaut Mike Fincke as the Crew-11 member whose medical event aboard the International Space Station triggered the first medical evacuation in station history. Fincke experienced an undisclosed condition in early January, prompting officials to return Crew-11 to Earth about a month ahead of schedule. NASA says the move was precautionary, allowing access […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSuspect In Two South Florida Homicides Arrested After Cocoa Shooting
A 35 year old Fort Lauderdale man is jailed in Brevard County after police say he shot a man in Cocoa and is now linked to two separate homicide investigations in South Florida. Dennard Isaiah Barnes was charged with attempted murder after investigators say he used a rifle to shoot a 24 year old man […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWorld War II Practice Bomb Removed Near Cocoa Beach School
A World War II-era practice bomb discovered near Freedom 7 Elementary School prompted a brief shelter-in-place as authorities secured the area. The device was found by a construction crew working at Ramp Road Park in Cocoa Beach. Deputies and bomb technicians confirmed it was a non-explosive training bomb used during military exercises. The 45th Explosive […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Settlement Clears Way for Homes, Marina on Merritt Island
Brevard County will pay three million dollars to settle a long-running lawsuit tied to development limits on North Merritt Island. County commissioners unanimously approved a tentative agreement allowing up to 84 single-family homes and a potential 42-slip marina. In return, the county will acquire nearly 150 acres for stormwater control, conservation, and possible public access, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPalm Bay, County Partner On Babcock Street Project
The City of Palm Bay and Brevard County are partnering on a reconstruction project along Babcock Street. The County will lead construction, while the City inspects work within its limits and coordinates throughout the project. Overnight work is set to begin Wednesday night, March 4, running from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. for about three […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpace Shuttle Discovery Launched On Final Mission In 2011
Fifteen years ago today, the Space Shuttle Discovery lifted off from Kennedy Space Center on its final mission. The launch came at 4:53pm on February 24, 2011, marking the 39th and last flight for the most-flown shuttle in NASA history. Discovery delivered supplies and a humanoid robot to the International Space Station. Today, the shuttle […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMan Accused Of Attacking Restaurant Over COVID Claim
Orange County deputies say a man attacked a Chinese restaurant owner and damaged the kitchen after claiming he was trying to stop a new strain of COVID-19. Investigators say Richard Jarvis entered Pearl’s Chinese Restaurant with a shovel, caused thousands of dollars in damage, and struck the owner. Deputies say Jarvis told them he believed […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWaymo Launches Driverless Ride Service In Orlando
Self-driving vehicles operated by Waymo are now carrying passengers in Orlando after months of testing. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer took the first official ride as the service began. The company says its autonomous vehicles are safer than human-driven cars, using cameras and sensors to navigate city streets.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRain On The Way After Another Cold Morning
According to forecasters, after one more frosty morning today, Central Florida will see a shift toward warmer, wetter weather later this week. Clouds will increase as the week goes on, bringing much-needed rainfall to the area. Rain chances rise late in the week, easing dry conditions across the region.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCentral Florida Couple Stranded In Mexico After Cartel Violence
A Brevard County couple remains stranded in Mexico after violence erupted near their Puerto Vallarta resort following the killing of a cartel leader known as El Mencho. Wendee Parks says she and her husband were ordered to shelter in place as gunfire was reported near the airport and flights were canceled. The U.S. Department of […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNASA Rolls Artemis II Rocket Back For Repairs
NASA is rolling the Artemis II moon rocket back to the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center for repairs after a helium flow issue was discovered. Crews will begin the slow move this morning using the crawler transporter, a trip expected to take up to 12 hours to cover about four miles. Once inside […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Sends More Starlink Satellites Into Orbit
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 more Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Tuesday evening. Liftoff was at 6:04 p.m. from Space Launch Complex 40, with near-perfect weather conditions. The mission marked the 10th flight for the first-stage booster. After stage separation, the booster landed successfully on the droneship in the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Targets Tuesday Starlink Launch From Cape Canaveral
SpaceX is targeting an afternoon rocket launch from Cape Canaveral today, to deploy 29 more Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit. The Falcon 9 is scheduled to lift off from Space Launch Complex 40 with a launch window running from 4:04 to 7:56pm. The first stage booster is making its 10th flight and is expected […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeSantis Awards Grant For Melbourne Airport Expansion
Governor Ron DeSantis has awarded a 2.5 million dollar state grant to Melbourne Orlando International Airport to expand its maintenance, repair and overhaul apron. State officials say the project is expected to bring about 500 new jobs with average salaries ranging from 75 to 85 thousand dollars. The funding is part of a larger 11 […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Sheriff Releases Details In Animal Abuse Arrest
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office has released new details in an animal abuse case that led to the arrest of Sara Jenkins. Investigators say the arrest followed an inquiry into allegations of abuse involving an animal, though specific details have not yet been fully disclosed. The sheriff’s office says the investigation remains active as the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Mother Arrested Again After Toddler Nearly Drowns
A Brevard County mother is back in jail after her toddler nearly drowned during an unsupervised visit at her home. Laura Forczyk was arrested last Friday on a new charge of aggravated child abuse after her 16 month old child was found struggling to breathe following a pool incident and was airlifted to Arnold Palmer […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYStudent Arrested Over Shooting Threat At Volusia Middle School
A 12 year old student at Southwestern Middle School in Volusia County has been arrested after making a mass shooting threat. The Volusia Sheriff’s Office says deputies were alerted to a detailed manifesto posted online outlining plans for an attack. Investigators say the student claimed the threat was made in response to bullying. The student […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTitusville Teen’s Stepbrother Named Suspect In Cruise Ship Death
New court documents say the stepbrother of a Titusville teen found dead aboard a cruise ship last fall is now the main suspect and is facing two charges. Eighteen year old Anna Kepner was found dead under a bed in a shared cabin Nov. 7 during a family cruise. The suspect, a 16 year old […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Marathon Crash Claims Runner’s Life
Melbourne police continue investigating a deadly crash during the Florida Marathon and Half Marathon that killed a 74 year old runner. Officers say Albert Swann III was struck on Feb. 8 after an SUV drove past barricades and entered the closed race course on Front Street. Swann died from his injuries on Feb. 16. Police […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCocoa Motorcyclist Killed In Merritt Island Crash
A 21 year old Cocoa man was killed after his motorcycle was struck by a car on Merritt Island Friday evening. The Florida Highway Patrol says the crash happened on Courtenay Parkway when a northbound minivan turned left into the motorcycle’s path. The rider was thrown from the bike and later pronounced dead at Cape […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCold Snap Brings Freeze Watch And Fire Weather Alerts To Central Florida
After record breaking heat in some areas over the weekend, a sharp cold front is pushing unseasonably cold air into Central Florida, bringing a freeze watch to some of the northern areas and cold weather advisories for the rest of us through Tuesday morning. Forecasters say temperatures could dip into the upper 20s in northern […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFDOT Activates New Pedestrian Beacons Along US-192 In Brevard County
The Florida Department of Transportation has activated two new pedestrian hybrid beacons along U.S. 192 in Melbourne and West Melbourne. The signals are designed to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists by increasing driver awareness at crosswalks. FDOT says three more beacons will be activated soon between I-95 and Babcock Street as part of a […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTSA PreCheck Continues As Global Entry Shut Down During Funding Fight
If you have travel plans, other than the fact that the blizzard up north may very well affect many flights right now, there is some good news. The Department of Homeland Security says TSA PreCheck will remain operational during the partial government shutdown that began February 14th, reversing an earlier plan to suspend the program. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Dies After Being Found Unresponsive During Volusia County Camping Trip
16 year old Hunter McKelvin died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a group camping and fishing trip near Edgewater. Deputies say the teen was discovered face-down in the water near an island east of Maynard May Park in Volusia County, and CPR was started before he was taken to a hospital, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Killed During Shoplifting Confrontation At Osceola Walmart
16 year old Jairus Eroge Jones has now been identified as the teenb who was shot and killed during a shoplifting confrontation Thursday evening at a Walmart in Poinciana, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say an off-duty deputy working security was alerted to three suspects concealing merchandise, and one was armed while […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNASA Rolls Artemis II Rocket Off Launch Pad After Helium Issue
NASA plans to roll the Artemis II Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft off the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center as soon as Tuesday as engineers work to fix a helium flow issue in the rocket’s upper stage. The rollback will move the vehicle about four miles to the Vehicle Assembly Building so […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYResidents Cite Health Issues From Noise At Melbourne Water Facility
Residents near a booster pump station in Indian Harbour Beach say a high-pitched noise from the site has disrupted daily life and, in some cases, caused health problems. The facility is owned by the City of Melbourne, which says sound tests show the noise is below ordinance limits, while Indian Harbour Beach officials say the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeputy Shoots Armed Suspect Inside Osceola County Walmart
An off-duty deputy working security shot and killed an armed suspect Thursday night inside a Walmart in Poinciana. According to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect ran through the store with a gun after a theft confrontation, prompting the deputy to open fire, while two other suspects escaped. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement […]
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