Execution Set for Indian River Deputy’s Killer
77 year old William Reaves Junior is scheduled for execution October 20th for the 1986 murder of Indian River County Sheriff’s Corporal Richard Raczkoski. Reaves was convicted of shooting the 29 year old deputy four times after he responded to a 911 call west of Vero Beach.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Seriously Injured in Palm Bay Crash
A Florida teenager is recovering from a broken back following a crash near St Johns Heritage Parkway in Palm Bay. Authorities say an alleged reckless driver lost control and slammed into the teenager’s family vehicle. Additional details about the crash were not released.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer Titusville Police Chief Avoids Conviction
Former Titusville Police Chief John Lau will not face a conviction following a rollover crash that led to his firing. A judge dismissed his careless driving ticket after state troopers presented no evidence or witnesses. Lau must pay a fine for an open-container violation but admitted no guilt.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTropical Storm Fay Forms in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Fay has formed in the North Atlantic with winds near 45 miles per hour. The storm is about 450 miles southwest of the Azores and could strengthen slightly before weakening. No coastal watches or warnings are in effect, and Fay poses no threat to Florida.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard County Studies Tolls for St Johns Heritage Parkway
Brevard County will study whether tolls could pay to complete the St Johns Heritage Parkway. The planned road has a 13-mile gap between West Melbourne and Interstate 95 in Micco. Completion is expected to cost more than 400 million dollars. The study will include public input.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYInvest 98-L Weakens in Atlantic
Invest 98-L is becoming less organized several hundred miles east of Bermuda. The National Hurricane Center gives the system a 20 percent chance of development through the next seven days as it moves slowly westward. If it strengthens into a named storm, it would be called Fay.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX President Urges Boeing to Fly Starliner
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell says Boeing should begin flying its Starliner capsule, while Crew Dragon will remain in service. Starliner’s only crewed test suffered helium leaks and thruster failures. Its next mission is planned as an uncrewed cargo flight, with crew certification possibly delayed until 2027.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCape Canaveral Considers Property Tax Increase
Cape Canaveral leaders are considering a property tax increase to address a budget shortfall. Other options include selling city assets and privately managing some recreation services. Residents are divided between raising taxes to preserve programs and cutting city spending.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCareless Driving Charge Against Former Titusville Police Chief Dismissed
A judge dismissed former Titusville Police Chief John Lau’s careless driving citation after state troopers presented no evidence or witnesses concerning his rollover crash. Adjudication was withheld on an open-container charge, with Lau required to pay a fine within 90 days.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Dengue Cases Climb to 152
Florida reported 41 new locally acquired dengue cases in one week, bringing this year’s total to 152. Most cases are in Hillsborough County. Brevard remains under a mosquito-borne illness advisory, with residents urged to use repellent and eliminate standing water.
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