Great Blue Heron Rescued After Becoming Tangled in Fishing Line
A great blue heron was rescued after becoming entangled in fishing line and hanging from a tree in Brevard County. The bird was spotted struggling by a passerby near Murrell Road and Viera Boulevard. That person called the Florida Wildlife Hospital. Veterinarians report the heron has only minor injuries and is expected to recover fully […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Curb Mobile Home Rent Hikes
Florida lawmakers have filed Senate Bill 1550 to tighten controls on mobile home rent increases and evictions. If passed, the bill would require park owners to justify rent hikes, allow courts to consider more factors in disputes, and boost compensation for displaced residents. The measure targets protections for over 800,000 mobile home community residents and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYVolusia County Man Arrested Over Threats Against Gov DeSantis
A Volusia County man was arrested Monday for threatening Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials through posts on X. Authorities traced the account to 39 year old Daniel Cook’s home in Edgewater after identifying his email, phone number, and IP address. Cook admitted ownership of the account during an interview with the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCentral Florida Braces for Coldest Temperatures in Four Years
Central Florida has been enjoying mild weather, but a major cold front is on the way. Showers are expected today and tomorrow, followed by Friday’s arrival of the coldest air of the season. The unusually low temperatures will drop to levels not seen in our area in about four years.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCocoa Police Probe Burglary Ring After Two Arrests
Cocoa police are investigating whether two men arrested for a string of burglaries may be tied to additional break-ins. Officers say 27 year old Brandon Hall and 46 year old Charles Hudson are accused of stealing golf carts, ATVs, minibikes and other property worth thousands of dollars, then selling the items on the street. Both […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNASA Artemis II Prep Prompts Playalinda Beach Closures Near Titusville
Playalinda Beach near Titusville will see reduced hours through Jan. 30 and close entirely starting Jan. 31 as NASA prepares for its Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight beyond Earth orbit in over 50 years. The 10-day lunar mission could launch as early as Feb. 6 from Kennedy Space Center’s pad 39B. The rollout […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRockledge Teen Gets 35 Years For Grandmother’s Murder
A 19 year old Rockledge man has been sentenced to 35 years in state prison for killing his grandmother. Jaylin K. Christian pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 stabbing death of 57 year old Muriel Emerson, who was stabbed 42 times. Prosecutors said Christian planned the attack to steal her credit cards and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Zoo Releases Nearly 20 Rehabilitated Black Bears
Brevard Zoo is returning nearly 20 rehabilitated black bears to Florida forests after a record year of orphaned cub rescues. Most cubs arrived alone after their mothers were killed by vehicles and were carefully rehabilitated to remain wild. By release, the bears weigh 100 to 150 pounds, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLt Gov Jay Collins Enters Florida Governor Race
Republican Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, a former Green Beret, has officially announced his candidacy for Florida governor, becoming the 34th person to file for the 2026 race. Gov. Ron DeSantis praised Collins’ conservative record in the Florida Senate.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeSantis Announces Insurance Rate Relief For Florida Residents
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced statewide insurance reforms Thursday aimed at stabilizing markets and cutting costs for consumers. Citizens Insurance customers will see an average rate drop of 8.7%. Peninsula is lowering homeowners’ rates by 8.2%, and State Farm is reducing auto insurance premiums by 10%.
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