Sebastian Motorcyclist Killed in Indian River County Crash
A 58 year old Sebastian man died after an SUV turned into the path of his motorcycle in Indian River County. Florida Highway Patrol says the crash happened near Vero Beach. Troopers say an 82 year old Barefoot Bay woman made an improper left turn into a parking lot. She suffered minor injuries. The motorcyclist […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYKennedy Asked About Huang Allegations
The former chief of Nvidia faces congressional scrutiny now, over an alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Louisiana Senator John Kennedy was asked about it…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYEight Killed in Brooklyn Building Collapse
Investigators are examining a building collapse in Brooklyn, New York that has now killed eight people, including two children, and injured eighteen others…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAmerican Cancer Society Updates Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines
The American Cancer Society now recommends prostate cancer screening every two years for men at average risk, ages 50 to 69. The PSA blood test can detect cancer before symptoms appear. Doctor William Dahut says evidence shows screening can reduce deaths and advanced cancer diagnoses. ..
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Flood Victims Ordered to Leave Apartments by Friday
Flood victims at Windover Palms in Melbourne must leave by today after management terminated their leases for cleanup and repairs. Residents say they received only days of notice. Some residents have expressed fears of becoming homeless. Relocation assistance availability remains unclear.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlooding Possible Saturday Along St Johns River
Flooding is possible Saturday along the St. Johns River in Cocoa, Rockledge, Lake Washington and surrounding areas. Heavy rainfall, king tides and overwhelmed drainage systems are contributing to rising water levels. The river could crest near seventeen feet around Cocoa Saturday. Some residents are considering flood gates to protect their homes.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Zoo Animals to Get Plants From County Parks
Brevard Zoo giraffes and other animals could soon snack on vegetation collected from county parks and protected lands. County commissioners and the zoo have agreed to allow selective pruning of approved plants for food and enrichment. Removing an entire tree would require county authorization under the agreement.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYThanksgiving Leads the Year in Home Cooking Fires
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and according to the National Fire Protection Association, it's the leading day for home cooking fires in the United States. The group says unattended cooking is the leading contributing factor. They urge cooks to take precautions such as staying in the kitchen while using the stovetop and keeping children […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMicrosoft Works to Restore Outlook and Other Services
Microsoft says it is still working to restore Outlook and other services after problems began Thursday afternoon. Overnight updates blamed servers stuck in a malfunctioning state…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHoliday Airfares Bring Sticker Shock
Travel tracker Hopper says domestic Thanksgiving airfares average around four hundred dollars per ticket. Christmas fares are even higher, averaging about four hundred fifty dollars….
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHistoric Ocean Liner Completes Final Journey
The S-S United States’ final journey lasted over seven hours Wednesday. Larger than the Titanic, it once held the record for the fastest Atlantic crossing.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBathroom Leak Forces Frontier Flight to Divert
A Frontier flight diverted safely to Chicago Wednesday after a bathroom faucet leak flooded the plane. Pilots declared an emergency over concerns about onboard electronics…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPalm Bay Flood Victim Living on Sailboat With Dogs
Palm Bay flood victim Joseph Gardiner Junior is now living aboard a disabled sailboat on the Indian River with his late father’s two dogs. Flooding destroyed his mobile home and vehicles. An animal rescue group is providing dog food while Gardiner works to repair the boat.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYKissimmee Children Safe After Plea for Help
Kissimmee police say children escaped a domestic disturbance after displaying a “help us” sign in a window. Officers distracted Andre Smithson while the children got out. Smithson later surrendered peacefully and faces a false imprisonment charge. Police say he confined a woman and their infant to a bedroom.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHaridopolos Honors Veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
Brevard’s Doctor Stephanie Haridopolos marked Veterans Day by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The director of national health communications joined Deputy Surgeon General Paul Jung at Arlington National Cemetery to honor veterans and remember those who died serving the nation.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSea Pines Hospital Closed Indefinitely After Flooding
Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital in Melbourne is closed indefinitely after historic flooding forced an evacuation. All patients were safely transferred to other facilities or sent home, and all staff are accounted for. Officials say damage to the 90-bed hospital is substantial, but reopening remains a high priority.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYVulcan Return Launch to Carry 40 Amazon Leo Satellites
United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket is scheduled to return to flight Friday afternoon from Cape Canaveral, carrying 40 Amazon Leo broadband satellites. Engineers have made booster nozzle improvements following a February malfunction. The mission begins a 38-launch contract supporting Amazon’s satellite internet rollout.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrooklyn Building Collapse Kills at Least Two
New York City authorities say at least two people are dead and more than a dozen others injured after a building collapsed in Brooklyn…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYVolusia County Crime Crackdown Leads to 120 Arrests
Authorities say a monthlong crime crackdown in Volusia County led to 120 arrests. Operation Fall Harvest brought together the FBI, sheriff’s deputies, Daytona Beach police and Homeland Security partners. Investigations targeted fugitives, drug activity, prostitution and human trafficking. Officials announced the results Tuesday and say the joint operations will continue.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYUS Prosecutors Charge Three Men in Alleged Iranian Attack Plots
U.S. prosecutors say Mohammad al-Saadi helped plan nearly 20 attacks and attempted attacks in Europe and America. He and two others face charges…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYStacy Keach Reported Dead at 85
The Associated Press reports 85 year old Stacy Keach has died in Poland. The actor was best known as television detective Mike Hammer…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Housing Development Advances Amid Flooding Concerns
Melbourne City Council approved zoning and site plans Tuesday for an 811-home development near Interstate 95. Neighbors raised concerns about flooding, stormwater and traffic. Developer D.R. Horton says it plans to preserve 46 acres of wetlands and make road improvements early in construction. The project returns to council next month.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard County Man Admits to Four Killings as Judge Weighs Death Penalty
Domenico Gigante of Brevard County admitted in court Monday to killing four people, including his daughter, in 2023. He is representing himself and waived jury sentencing as he faces the death penalty. A Brevard County judge requested mental health and school records before deciding his sentence. The next hearing is December second.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWinter Garden Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Neighbor Over ATV Noise
A Winter Garden man will spend life in prison without parole for killing his neighbor over ATV noise. Ralph Hensel pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the February 2025 shooting of 32 year old Ja’Keem Williams. A judge sentenced Hensel Tuesday. Williams was a father of three.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard School Board Selects Tara Harris as Interim Superintendent
Brevard’s school board has selected Tara Harris as interim superintendent for the rest of the school year. Superintendent Mark Rendell will leave November 13, two weeks earlier than planned. Harris plans to retire this summer and wants a national search for a permanent replacement to begin now.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Braces for Coldest Weather of the Season
Brevard County could see its coldest weather of the season as a strong cold front arrives Thursday. The National Weather Service says rain and gusty winds could precede the cooldown. Lows could reach about 52 degrees Friday, with cooler weather continuing into next week.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHegseth Impeachment Sidelined
The House of Representatives voted 211-204 to sideline a resolution from outgoing Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth…
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSt Johns River Remains at Major Flood Stage Near Cocoa
The St. Johns River remains at major flood stage west of Cocoa following last week’s historic rainfall. The National Weather Service says the river was at 17 feet Monday morning and is expected to stay near that level through the week. Flooding is affecting low-lying roads, yards and some homes.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX Targets Friday for Starship and Booster Catch Attempts
SpaceX is preparing for another major Starship milestone. Flight 15 is targeted for Friday from Starbase, Texas, with plans to attempt the first-ever tower catch of both the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage. If successful, SpaceX says it would mark the first full recovery of an orbital launch system.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSouth Brevard Homeowners Seek Federal Disaster Assistance
South Brevard homeowners are calling for federal disaster assistance more than a week after historic flooding damaged homes and property. Brevard County is still assessing damage and compiling information for a possible disaster declaration request. Residents say cleanup and repair costs are mounting, especially for families without flood insurance.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital Closes Indefinitely After Flooding
Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital in Melbourne has closed indefinitely after suffering flood damage during the torrential rains last week. All patients were either transferred to other facilities or discharged home. The 90-bed hospital says it is now evaluating whether to repair or replace the building, with reopening remaining a priority.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRestaurateur Plans to Open 24 Seat Sushi Lounge in Melbourne
Brevard County’s first Michelin-recognized restaurateur is opening a new sushi concept in Melbourne. Daniel Joseph Penovich, owner of Koko Japanese Pub in Cocoa Beach, plans to open DEN this month on Highland Avenue. The reservation-driven sushi and sake lounge will have just 24 indoor seats.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Health Insurance Shoppers Face Higher Premiums for 2027
Floridians shopping for health insurance during open enrollment are facing higher costs for 2027. State figures show individual-market premiums rising about 10 percent on average before subsidies, with several insurers changing or leaving the market. Open enrollment runs through January 15th, as consumers compare premiums, deductibles and provider networks.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Death Row Exonerees to Rally for Pause in Executions
Florida death row exonerees and criminal justice advocates will rally in Tallahassee Thursday, urging Governor-elect Byron Donalds to pause executions and review capital cases. Organizers note Florida has had 30 death row exonerations since 1976. The state has carried out 19 executions so far this year.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard School Board to Vote on Rendell Separation Agreement
The Brevard School Board is scheduled to vote today on Superintendent Mark Rendell’s separation agreement. Rendell is leaving November 27th for a job at Eastern Florida State College. The deal would pay out about 178 hours of unused vacation and more than one-thousand hours of sick leave. The district has not published a total dollar […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard County to Begin Flood Debris Pickup Tuesday
Brevard County will begin flood debris pickup Tuesday in unincorporated areas hit by last week’s historic flooding. Residents can place household items and construction debris in separate piles at the curb. The county is also offering free volunteer cleanup help, though assistance depends on availability. City residents should check with their local governments.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBanks and Post Offices to Close Wednesday for Veterans Day
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, a federal and state holiday, so banks, post offices and government offices will be closed on Wednesday. Ceremonies to honor and remember those who served in the armed forces will also be held throughout the day across the region.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTitusville Police Arrest Mims Man on Drug Trafficking Charges
Titusville police arrested 49 year old Louis Grayson of Mims on cocaine and fentanyl trafficking charges following a traffic stop. Officers say they found cocaine on Grayson and fentanyl inside his vehicle. A subsequent search of a Christopher Drive home uncovered more than 150 grams of cocaine and five firearms. Grayson’s bond was set at […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSupreme Court Considers Property and Business Rights
Property and business rights are on the Supreme Court’s agenda this week..
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRubio Defends Trump’s Handling of Iran Conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is defending President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict with Tehran. Rubio spoke to reporters Sunday in Florida…
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