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Tussock Caterpillars Send Brevard Woman To Hospital

Health officials are warning area residents to avoid contact with some dangerous hairy caterpillars now spreading across the region. In Mims, Nicole Herndon says she was hospitalized for nearly three days after brushing against one, describing intense burning and itching across her body. Doctors say the caterpillars’ tiny spines can trigger painful reactions or even […]

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Man Drives Into Canal With Ex In Car

A Brevard County man is facing attempted murder charges after a violent incident with his ex-girlfriend. Deputies say 36 year old John Lucas forced his way into the vehicle of 40 year old Yania Romero after she refused to rekindle their relationship. Investigators say Lucas fled from deputies and drove into a canal with Romero […]

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Mims Man Arrested After Domestic Violence Incident

A 23 year old Mims man is in custody following a violent domestic dispute in Merritt Island. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office says the argument started over a phone charger and turned physical, leaving the victim with serious injuries. Deputies arrested Jontrai Stephens after locating him and the vehicle. He faces charges including aggravated battery, […]

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Brevard Man Arrested In Child Exploitation Case

The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office says a suspect is in custody following a child exploitation investigation. Deputies with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force served a search warrant and found evidence of illegal material. Authorities identified the suspect as Michael Clint of Brevard County. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Questions Being Collected For Artemis II Astronauts

Brevard County residents now have a chance to ask questions of the Artemis II mission astronauts. U.S. Representative Mike Haridopolos is collecting submissions ahead of a live call with the crew as their Orion spacecraft heads back to Earth. NASA plans to broadcast the event worldwide on its YouTube channel during ongoing mission coverage.

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Brevard County Rejects Tax Breaks For AI Data Centers

Brevard County commissioners are moving to block tax incentives for artificial intelligence data centers. The board voted unanimously, citing concerns over heavy water and power use and limited return on investment. The move would prohibit property tax abatements for those facilities. An ordinance still needs to be drafted and a public hearing scheduled.

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Brevard Commissioner Announces Resignation

Brevard County Commissioner Katie Delaney says she will step down in May. Delaney made the announcement during Tuesday’s commission meeting, calling it a life-changing opportunity for her family in another state. A replacement will be selected following established county procedures.

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Melbourne Man Charged In Fatal West Melbourne Crash

A 26 year old Melbourne man is facing a vehicular homicide charge following a crash that killed a 67 year old Melbourne Beach woman. Investigators say Sedrick Walraven ran a red light on Holly Boulevard back in October 2025, slamming into the woman’s car at Eber Boulevard. Troopers say he was already being investigated in […]

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Major Palm Bay Development Could Bring Thousands Of New Homes

A massive new development planned for South Palm Bay could bring more than 2,300 homes to the area near St Johns Heritage Parkway. The Everlands West project includes hundreds of multifamily units and space for a future town center, with construction expected to stretch through 2036. Some residents are raising concerns about worsening traffic, while […]

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Tourists Take Wrong Souvenir With Rooftop Alligator Ride

Two tourists picked a strange Florida souvenir and now they’re facing felony charges. Authorities say 56 year old Anthony Buhl of New York City and 57 year old March Wallin Chadwick of Chattanooga strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their car and drove it across Central Florida like oversized luggage. Deputies tracked the […]

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