Custody Dispute Emerges In Cruise Ship Death Case
New court filings reveal a custody dispute involving the teenage suspect in the death of an 18 year old Titusville woman aboard a cruise ship. Anna Kepner was found dead under a bed on the ship in November, and her 16 year old stepbrother has now been identified as a suspect in divorce court records. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Schools Move To Stop Unauthorized Merchandise Sales
Brevard County schools are taking legal action to stop outside companies from selling merchandise with school logos. District leaders say cease-and-desist letters were sent to three vendors accused of selling shirts and other items through major retailers without proper approval. The district is now trademarking its logos so schools can control sales and keep more […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Cop Killer Executed After Decades On Death Row
A Florida man convicted of killing a Fort Pierce police officer more than three decades ago has been executed. Fifty three year old Billy Kearse was put to death by lethal injection Tuesday evening at Florida State Prison in Raiford for the 1991 murder of 29 year old Officer Danny Parrish. Authorities say Kearse shot […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Square Mall Sold With Plans For Major Upgrades
Melbourne Square Mall has been sold to a new investment group that says it plans significant upgrades to the property. The sale came through bankruptcy proceedings involving former owner Washington Prime Group. The buyer, Second Horizon, describes itself as an impact investment firm focused on revitalizing underinvested commercial properties. The mall is the largest shopping […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer Lake Mary Teacher Gets 27 Years For Sex With Student
A 57 year old former Lake Mary High School teacher and soccer coach is headed to prison for more than 27 years after admitting to a sexual relationship with a student. Richard C. Colon was convicted of three counts of sexual battery on a child and possession of child sexual abuse material. Prosecutors say the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida House Advances Bill To Dissolve HOAs
Florida lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal that would allow homeowners to dissolve their homeowners associations. House Bill 657 outlines a process requiring signatures from at least half of voting members and approval from two-thirds at a formal meeting. The measure also creates a new Community Association Court program to handle disputes. If approved […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFugitive And U S Marshal Wounded In Vero Beach Gunfight
A Colorado fugitive and a U.S. marshal were wounded in a shootout in Vero Beach involving multiple law enforcement agencies. Investigators say the suspect opened fire and deputies returned fire. The fugitive suffered life-threatening injuries but is expected to survive, while the marshal was shot in the leg and is recovering. The FBI and State […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCompass Landing Margaritaville Hotel Project Set To Restart In Melbourne
Construction is expected to restart on the Compass Landing by Margaritaville hotel project in Melbourne. The developer is now seeking new joint venture partners to move forward with the Harbor City Boulevard site. The project had previously stalled, but efforts are now underway to revive development. The hotel is planned as a major addition to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBody Found Near Sebastian Identified As 18 Year Old Volusia Man
The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what it calls a suspicious death after a body was found along Indian River Drive near Sebastian. Authorities identified the victim as 18 year old Elias J. Ramos of Volusia County. Investigators say he may be the same person who fled from officers last week in Southern […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAudit Finds Financial And Evidence Issues At Osceola Sheriff’s Office
The first independent audit of the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office has uncovered missing funds and unaccounted expenses following the arrest of suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez on racketeering charges tied to an alleged gambling operation. The report also found evidence and property procedures were not consistently followed, raising concerns about past investigations. The Interim Sheriff says […]
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