Florida Law Treats E-Bikes Like Motor Vehicles
Florida law treats electric bicycles much like cars when it comes to traffic enforcement, meaning riders can be ticketed or arrested for violations. Legal experts say e-bike riders can face DUI or reckless driving charges and speeding citations just like motorists. Bikes exceeding 28 miles per hour or 750 watts fall into a higher classification […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAmerican Airlines Launches Daily Vero Beach To Charlotte Flight
American Airlines begins daily nonstop service from Vero Beach Regional Airport to Charlotte, North Carolina today. The route now joins flights from Melbourne, already linking the Space Coast, and now links the Treasure Coast to one of the airline’s largest hubs, offering one-stop connections to hundreds of destinations. Local officials say the service is expected […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSatellite Beach Bans Golf Cart Crossings On State Roads
Satellite Beach has approved new rules that bar golf carts from crossing any state road, including A1A and South Patrick Drive, even if the carts were previously registered with the city. Officials say the move follows the state’s denial of a requested variance to allow crossings. Low-speed vehicles with state registration may still operate on […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCentral Florida Needs Rain As Dry Pattern Continues
While we may see an increased chance of some precipitation as we head toward the weekend, Central Florida remains dry, with only a few light showers expected today and again tomorrow. Meteorologists say rainfall chances overall, remain low until late in the weekend, offering little short-term relief. The lack of steady rain is keeping soils […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSearch Launched For Escaped Prisoner Near Melbourne Hospital
Police began searching for a 20 year old male prisoner who escaped custody near Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital Wednesday evening. Officers say two police officers were battered before the escape, prompting a lockdown at the hospital and a large police response. Multiple agencies were reportedly assisting in the search, and people were being asked to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCouple Charged In Port Orange Pickleball Brawl
A Volusia County couple is facing charges after a fight during a pickleball game at Spruce Creek Country Club in Port Orange. Deputies say more than a dozen people were involved, with injuries reported, including one person struck with a pickleball paddle. 63 year old Anthony Sapienza is charged with aggravated battery and two counts […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCrew-12 Launch Delayed Again By Weather
NASA has delayed the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station again because of weather concerns. Officials say elevated winds have now pushed the launch back to no earlier than Friday morning. The SpaceX Falcon 9 is now set to lift off from Cape Canaveral Friday at 5:15am with four astronauts headed to the ISS.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTesla App Used To Track Domestic Violence Suspect In Brevard County
Police in Brevard County say vehicle technology helped lead to a quick arrest in a domestic violence case. Investigators with the West Melbourne Police Department say the victim used a Tesla mobile app to track the suspect’s vehicle in real time after he fled the scene. Officers followed the location data to the Brevard County […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTitusville Mall Builds Dirt Barrier Over Long-Running Gas Leak
The Titusville mall has built a dirt and gravel barricade to block what management says is decades of fuel contamination from a neighboring gas station. The barrier was installed between the mall property and Cumberland Farms after the mall’s general manager said repeated complaints over leaks went unanswered. Mall officials say the contamination has stalled […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYProposed Florida Smoking Ban Could Expand To Outdoor Public Spaces
A bill moving in Tallahassee would dramatically expand smoking bans across Florida, reaching sidewalks, streets, parks, beaches, and areas outside schools, hospitals, and government buildings. The proposal would cover cigarettes, cigars, vaping, marijuana, and related products. Critics call it government overreach that limits personal freedom in outdoor spaces, while supporters cite concerns over secondhand smoke. […]
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