Titusville Advances Stormwater Fee Hike
Titusville homeowners could see annual stormwater fees double from $160 to $320. The City Council unanimously advanced the maximum increase, but a final public hearing and vote are still required in August. Residents criticized the city’s spending and demanded clearer proof that the money will reduce flooding.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCaregiver Accused of Leaving 81 Year Old Woman in Tent
A Marion County caregiver faces an elderly neglect charge after deputies say an 81 year old woman with dementia and mobility problems was left in a tent outside her home for about a week. Investigators say Karie Lightfoot left for Texas without arranging care. The woman was hospitalized after a fall and is expected to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Officer Resigns After Mistaken Arrest
Melbourne Police Officer William Markle has resigned after the mistaken arrest of a 15 year old boy who suffered a fractured elbow. Police believed the teen was a missing child, but later learned he had been helping with the search. An administrative review remains underway.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Woman Charged After Children Left in Hot Car
33 year old Lovenia Brooks faces two child neglect charges after deputies say she left a child and an infant inside a parked car at a Melbourne Walmart. Investigators say the engine and air conditioning were off for nine minutes. Both children were unharmed.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Flags Lowered for Lindsey Graham
Flags at Florida government buildings will remain at half-staff through Saturday evening following the death of 71 year old US Sen. Lindsey Graham. Governor Ron DeSantis issued the order in accordance with a presidential proclamation. Flags will return to full-staff at 6 p.m. Saturday.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPort Canaveral Expands Terminal and Parking
Port Canaveral expects to complete two major upgrades by the end of the year. A $78 million expansion will nearly double Cruise Terminal 5, while a new $93 million garage will add 3,700 parking spaces. Officials say the projects will help move passengers more quickly from their vehicles to cruise ships.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYStorm Blows Sailboat Into Power Lines
A sailboat became tangled in overhead power lines near the Eau Gallie Causeway during Sunday’s severe storms. The owner remained aboard as heavy winds and waves battered the vessel before firefighters helped another person to safety. No injuries were reported, and the boat surprisingly, sustained little damage.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYYouth Lacrosse Coach Among Seven Arrested in Child Exploitation Sting
A Volusia County youth lacrosse coach is among seven men arrested in an undercover child exploitation operation. Deputies say 38 year old Robert James Rece of DeLeon Springs arranged to pay for sex with someone he believed was a 14 year old girl. All seven suspects face charges including traveling to meet a minor and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOperation Southern Slow Down Targets Speeders
Florida law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols through Saturday as part of Operation Southern Slow Down. The campaign targets speeding and aggressive driving on interstates and local roads across five Southern states. Drivers exceeding 100 miles per hour, or traveling at least 50 miles per hour over the limit, may face arrest, jail time […]
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Two people face charges after a Brevard County investigation into child sexual abuse material. Kelly Jamison is charged with two counts of possessing the material and one animal sexual activity charge. Michael Akins faces 10 possession counts. Deputies seized electronic devices near Port St. John.
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