Boy Killed in Mims Dirt Bike Crash
An 11 year old boy is dead and another 11 year old boy is in critical condition after a dirt bike collided with a car in Mims. The Florida Highway Patrol says the bike entered the path of the vehicle from the East Coast Regional Trail. The crash remains under investigation.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrevard Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Deputies
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office has graduated its newest academy class and sworn in two additional deputies who completed Florida’s law enforcement equivalency training. Sheriff Wayne Ivey says the recruits are now ready to begin serving and protecting communities across Brevard County.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSheriff Says Sebastian Deaths Not Linked
The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office says there is no evidence connecting two bodies found days apart near Sebastian. Sheriff Eric Flowers says investigators found no signs of foul play in either case, and both deaths remain under investigation pending toxicology results.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHurricane Preparedness Urged Ahead of Peak Season
So far it’s been pretty calm, but Brevard County emergency officials are urging residents to prepare now as the busiest part of hurricane season approaches. They recommend stocking emergency supplies, reviewing evacuation plans and using generators safely outdoors. Officials say preparing before a storm threatens can reduce stress and improve safety.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSaharan Dust Creates Hazy Skies Across Central Florida
A plume of Saharan dust has settled over Central Florida and is expected to linger through the weekend. Forecasters say air quality will remain in the moderate range, with the dust helping produce colorful sunrises and sunsets while also limiting widespread rain and thunderstorm development.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHeat Advisories Cover Central Florida
Heat advisories remain in effect across all of Central Florida again today. High temperatures are again expected to reach the upper 90s, with heat index values between 108 and 110 degrees. Forecasters urge everyone to limit strenuous outdoor activity, stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in air conditioning.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPort Canaveral Drone Bill Advances
A bill in Congress would make it a third-degree felony to fly a drone over a US seaport without authorization. Supporters say the measure would help protect Port Canaveral, where more than 500 drone flights were reported last year. The proposal would require operators to get approval at least 48 hours before flying over the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSaharan Dust To Bring Hazy Skies and Hotter Weather
A huge plume of Saharan dust is expected to reach Central Florida late today, bringing hazy skies, fewer afternoon storms and even hotter temperatures into the weekend. Forecasters say the dust could also create colorful sunrises and sunsets while limiting tropical development.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Supreme Court Clears Way for Execution
The Florida Supreme Court has lifted a stay of execution for former police officer James Duckett, clearing the way for his death sentence to move forward. Duckett was convicted in the 1987 murder of 11 year old Teresa McAbee. The court said recent DNA testing produced inconclusive results.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPublic Works Employee Airlifted After Electrical Accident
A Volusia County Public Works employee was airlifted to a hospital after equipment struck an energized power line Wednesday in Edgewater, sparking a fire. A second worker was also involved but was not reported injured. The injured worker’s condition has not been updated.
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