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Father faces murder charges in infant son’s 2021 death in Brevard County, deputies say
Read full article: Father faces murder charges in infant son’s 2021 death in Brevard County, deputies sayA 27-year-old Volusia County man faces murder and child abuse charges in the 2021 death of his 2-month-old son, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Palm Bay completes immediate recovery efforts after sewer main break spills 3M gallons of wastewater
Read full article: Palm Bay completes immediate recovery efforts after sewer main break spills 3M gallons of wastewaterOne week after a significant sewer main break in Palm Bay, city officials on Tuesday said immediate recovery operations were completed.
5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health violations. Here’s why
Read full article: 5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health violations. Here’s whyLast week, five more restaurants in Central Florida were forced to shut down after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Car gets engulfed in flames after crash into guardrail on I-95 in Brevard County
Read full article: Car gets engulfed in flames after crash into guardrail on I-95 in Brevard CountyA fiery crash along Interstate 95 in Brevard County blocked southbound traffic on Monday evening, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Melbourne Beach could censure mayor for 2nd time for ‘unbecoming’ conduct
Read full article: Melbourne Beach could censure mayor for 2nd time for ‘unbecoming’ conductMayor Alison Dennington has fallen out of favor in recent months with some residents who say she has cost the town more than $150,000 for defending lawsuits involving her.
Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests
Read full article: Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protestsMore than 70 of the nearly 2,000 “No Kings” protests planned across the world are set to take place in Florida, where law enforcement is weighing in and issuing warnings ahead of time.
Body-camera video released after Titusville man fatally shot by police
Read full article: Body-camera video released after Titusville man fatally shot by policeEveryone will soon get to see exactly what happened the night Titusville police shot and killed 25-year-old Tri-marea Charles back in February.
Space station leak concerns will delay next Axiom Space launch from Florida
Read full article: Space station leak concerns will delay next Axiom Space launch from FloridaA chartered spaceflight for India, Poland and Hungary's first astronauts in decades has been delayed indefinitely because of leak concerns at the International Space Station.
‘Anti-rioting state:’ Florida attorney general, sheriff announce protections for ICE agents. Here’s what they are
Read full article: ‘Anti-rioting state:’ Florida attorney general, sheriff announce protections for ICE agents. Here’s what they areBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey will join Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and other officials for a news conference.
Lawmaker asks Trump to give NASA HQ to Florida. Here’s what he said
Read full article: Lawmaker asks Trump to give NASA HQ to Florida. Here’s what he saidOn Tuesday, Florida Sen. Rick Scott sent a letter to President Donald Trump, pushing for his administration to consider relocating NASA’s headquarters from Washington, D.C. to the Space Coast.
Titusville police shooting that killed 25-year-old man ruled ‘lawful and justified’
Read full article: Titusville police shooting that killed 25-year-old man ruled ‘lawful and justified’The fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Titusville man by police in February was found “lawful and justified” after a monthslong investigation into the incident by the state attorney’s office.
Residents asked to avoid Turkey Creek, nearby waterways after Palm Bay sewer main break
Read full article: Residents asked to avoid Turkey Creek, nearby waterways after Palm Bay sewer main breakAfter dealing with a significant sewer main break, Palm Bay said the leak was contained but residents are urged to avoid Turkey Creek and nearby waterways.
Debbie Mayfield wins Senate race, Brian Hodgers wins House seat in Brevard special election
Read full article: Debbie Mayfield wins Senate race, Brian Hodgers wins House seat in Brevard special electionA special election Tuesday will chose two new state lawmakers for some residents in Brevard County.
‘Significant’ sewer main break in Palm Bay causes wastewater spill
Read full article: ‘Significant’ sewer main break in Palm Bay causes wastewater spillPalm Bay is dealing with a “significant” sewer main break that is causing "an active discharge of wastewater onto the ground," according to city officials.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex launches another Y2K nostalgia event. Here’s when
Read full article: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex launches another Y2K nostalgia event. Here’s whenThe Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex says its "Kennedy Under the Stars" event is returning once again in August.
‘He jumped in:’ Electrician working on a home saved plane crash victims, Brevard resident says
Read full article: ‘He jumped in:’ Electrician working on a home saved plane crash victims, Brevard resident saysThe good Samaritan who rescued two people and a dog onboard a small plane that crashed into the Indian River was working at a condo and jumped into action, the owner said.
What are straight-line winds? How could they have helped topple a crane in Merritt Island?
Read full article: What are straight-line winds? How could they have helped topple a crane in Merritt Island?Two construction workers were killed during a bout of very intense weather in Brevard County, where gusty winds coming off thunderstorms to the south of the area could have encouraged a crane to fall on its side.
Here’s how the weather may have played a role in Central Florida’s latest plane crash
Read full article: Here’s how the weather may have played a role in Central Florida’s latest plane crashWhat could have brought the plane down is an enormous piece of what meteorologists forecast on a day-to-day basis, especially for travelers.
‘Hamburglar:’ Car stolen from Melbourne dealership found at McDonald’s, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Hamburglar:’ Car stolen from Melbourne dealership found at McDonald’s, sheriff saysA man arrested in Brevard County is accused of stealing a car that he test drove at a dealership some days prior, only to be caught ordering food in a drive-thru with it, according to the sheriff’s office.
Mobile home residents in Central Florida face eviction risks as lot rents surge
Read full article: Mobile home residents in Central Florida face eviction risks as lot rents surgeMobile home residents in Central Florida say they are being priced out of what was supposed to be an affordable place to live.
‘Furniture through the walls:’ Women’s Center vandalized in Brevard County
Read full article: ‘Furniture through the walls:’ Women’s Center vandalized in Brevard CountyThe Women's Center of Brevard County said that last Thursday, someone broke in and vandalized their office on Aurora Road in Melbourne to an amount as high as $30,000.
‘GAMEOVER:’ Another man captured after baby hurt in Brevard County shootout
Read full article: ‘GAMEOVER:’ Another man captured after baby hurt in Brevard County shootoutAnother suspect has been taken into custody after a shootout near a Brevard County store left a 1-year-old injured last month, according to the sheriff’s office.
Satellite Beach to debate alcohol rules for streets, parks, beaches
Read full article: Satellite Beach to debate alcohol rules for streets, parks, beachesThe rules for alcohol in Satellite Beach are set to be discussed at Wednesday night’s city council meeting. Drinking is currently not allowed on the city's beach.
⛳Cocoa youth golf camp teaches life lessons, drives future
Read full article: ⛳Cocoa youth golf camp teaches life lessons, drives futureIt’s a hole-in-one for students and community members. The Eastern Florida State College P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp goes beyond the green in Cocoa teaching life lessons to campers.
‘Had to cut our rates:’ Vacation condo owners, guests complain about hotel construction
Read full article: ‘Had to cut our rates:’ Vacation condo owners, guests complain about hotel constructionThe only 4-star hotel in Brevard County should be quite the attraction when it’s done, but while it’s still being built, complaints are filling up from a property very close to the future Westin.
TIMELINE: Here’s where things stand in case of late Florida priest accused of sexual abuse
Read full article: TIMELINE: Here’s where things stand in case of late Florida priest accused of sexual abuseOver a year after a Florida priest was killed in a shooting rampage in Palm Bay, a law firm has announced a lawsuit against the Diocese of Orlando. Here's what we know so far...
Titusville man accused of sex battery with minor; additional victims possible, police say
Read full article: Titusville man accused of sex battery with minor; additional victims possible, police sayA 20-year-old Titusville man was arrested after luring a minor into the woods and sexually battering them, according to the police department.
Attorney discusses child sexual abuse allegations against Florida priest, lawsuit against Diocese of Orlando
Read full article: Attorney discusses child sexual abuse allegations against Florida priest, lawsuit against Diocese of OrlandoOn Friday, Herman Law held a news conference to announce a lawsuit against the Diocese of Orlando amid new child sexual abuse allegations against a late priest.
Brevard County deputies ID another suspect in shooting that injured 1-year-old outside Cocoa store
Read full article: Brevard County deputies ID another suspect in shooting that injured 1-year-old outside Cocoa storeThe Brevard County Sheriff’s Office identified a suspect in a shooting that erupted outside a Brevard County store and injured a 1-year-old in a stroller.
Arsonist set fires at Melbourne Aldi construction site, police say
Read full article: Arsonist set fires at Melbourne Aldi construction site, police sayThe fires were spotted Sunday morning at the former Winn-Dixie store on East Eau Gallie Boulevard in Melbourne, which is being turned into an Aldi. If you know anything about the suspect, you're asked to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.
PHOTOS: Memorial Day events in Central Florida ‘respect and honor those who fell’
Read full article: PHOTOS: Memorial Day events in Central Florida ‘respect and honor those who fell’As a veteran, I made it my mission this Memorial Day to visit as many events and ceremonies tied to the holiday as I could.
VIDEO: Storms send tree onto Palm Bay home; hail reported across Central Florida
Read full article: VIDEO: Storms send tree onto Palm Bay home; hail reported across Central FloridaThunderstorms swept across Central Florida on Saturday afternoon, producing hail and strong winds that caused part of a large oak tree to land on a Palm Bay home.
Vessel adrift more than 70 miles off Cape Canaveral gets towed back by Coast Guard
Read full article: Vessel adrift more than 70 miles off Cape Canaveral gets towed back by Coast GuardU.S. Coast Guard crews spent 16 hours towing a disabled vessel back to shore on the Space Coast, helping rescue the three people on board.
Free tire disposal program in Brevard takes sting out of mosquitoes. Here’s how it works
Read full article: Free tire disposal program in Brevard takes sting out of mosquitoes. Here’s how it worksWith summer right around the corner, Brevard County has been working to crack down on mosquito breeding grounds through its “Tire Amnesty Week.”
Suspect in Brevard County gunfight where child in stroller was shot arrested in Atlanta
Read full article: Suspect in Brevard County gunfight where child in stroller was shot arrested in AtlantaLaw enforcement officers arrested one of the suspects in a shootout at a Cocoa area store where a one-year-old child in a stroller was shot. Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says JeMarcus Edwards, 17, was arrested Thursday morning in Atlanta.
Fire assessment fee approved to support Brevard firefighter pay
Read full article: Fire assessment fee approved to support Brevard firefighter payThe push for increased funding has been a topic of discussion since last summer, as Brevard County Fire Rescue has sought to offer more competitive pay to its firefighters.
Brevard teacher at center of controversy attends school board meeting despite nonrenewal
Read full article: Brevard teacher at center of controversy attends school board meeting despite nonrenewalThe Brevard County School teacher at the center of a fierce debate over parental and students’ rights attended a school board meeting for the first time Tuesday night.
Man behind botched Brevard County heist lands in prison after burglary turns deadly
Read full article: Man behind botched Brevard County heist lands in prison after burglary turns deadlyA Cocoa man who posed as law enforcement in a fatal heist-gone-awry has finally been sentenced to prison, according to the 18th Judicial Court.
New protections for Indian River Lagoon manatees after judge’s ruling
Read full article: New protections for Indian River Lagoon manatees after judge’s rulingIf you live in northern Brevard or southern Volusia County and were planning to install a septic tank this summer, you will likely need to pause that project.
Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Read full article: Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s OfficeFunded by a generous grant of over $35,000 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the new gear includes an inflatable shelter, insulation liner, a cooling and heating system, lighting, and various accessories.
1 arrested after shooting outside Brevard store that injured baby in stroller
Read full article: 1 arrested after shooting outside Brevard store that injured baby in strollerOne person was arrested after a shooting that erupted outside a Brevard County store last week injured a 1-year-old in a stroller, according to the sheriff’s office.
Judge orders steps to aid manatees in Indian River Lagoon
Read full article: Judge orders steps to aid manatees in Indian River LagoonA federal judge Monday ordered the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to take a series of steps aimed at protecting manatees in the northern Indian River Lagoon, including requiring it to go through a federal permitting process and temporarily preventing new septic tanks in the area.
‘Teach them a lesson:’ Man threatens ‘Satanology’ stunt after seeing church banner at Brevard school
Read full article: ‘Teach them a lesson:’ Man threatens ‘Satanology’ stunt after seeing church banner at Brevard schoolThe Florida man whom critics said mocked Christmas with his own holiday decoration, which was inspired by Seinfeld, now has a beef over the separation of church and state with Brevard Public Schools.
Brevard County may soon get its first-ever Trader Joe’s store. Here’s where
Read full article: Brevard County may soon get its first-ever Trader Joe’s store. Here’s whereBrevard County residents searching for a local Trader Joe’s store may finally get their wish, according to county records obtained by News 6.
‘Tear it down:’ Cocoa veteran calls out owners, county for blighted homes next door
Read full article: ‘Tear it down:’ Cocoa veteran calls out owners, county for blighted homes next doorNo one wants to live next to an eyesore, but one man says he’s got two blighted vacant homes next to where he lives.
Man arrested in Titusville accused of indecent exposure. More victims possible, police say
Read full article: Man arrested in Titusville accused of indecent exposure. More victims possible, police sayA registered sex offender who was arrested in Titusville is accused of exposing and touching himself while sitting in a vehicle, police said, adding investigators believe there may be other victims.
Off-duty Melbourne Orlando International Airport police sergeant faces DUI charges in crash
Read full article: Off-duty Melbourne Orlando International Airport police sergeant faces DUI charges in crashAn off-duty police sergeant the Melbourne Orlando International Airport is out of a job and faces DUI charges after being involved in a crash in his law enforcement vehicle on Tuesday before driving away, according to a probable cause affidavit.
New details unearthed following Brevard County teacher’s ‘nickname’ scandal
Read full article: New details unearthed following Brevard County teacher’s ‘nickname’ scandalThe incident kicked off in early March after a parent filed a complaint about what was going on, according to investigative reports obtained by News 6.
‘When do we say enough?’: Sheriff’s office responded to 70 incidents at Brevard store where baby was shot
Read full article: ‘When do we say enough?’: Sheriff’s office responded to 70 incidents at Brevard store where baby was shotNews 6 reporter James Sparvero checked with the sheriff’s office, and they told him they’ve responded to the store more than 70 times in just the last year, including a total of three shootings.
Titusville leaders ask police to let mother see video of shooting which killed her son
Read full article: Titusville leaders ask police to let mother see video of shooting which killed her sonA Titusville woman said she spent her Mother’s Day at her son’s grave site, still looking for closure on how he died.
New Smyrna City Commission approves plan for controversial Deering Park project
Read full article: New Smyrna City Commission approves plan for controversial Deering Park projectSome residents of New Smyrna Beach protested outside City Hall Tuesday night, hoping to stop a final vote on a major development called Deering Park.
2-year-old in stroller shot, wounded when gunfire erupts outside Brevard store, deputies say
Read full article: 2-year-old in stroller shot, wounded when gunfire erupts outside Brevard store, deputies sayAs the couple emerged from the store, gunfire erupted, with three individuals exchanging shots. According to Sheriff Ivey, 50 rounds were fired during the altercation, targeting the couple and their child.
Palm Bay High School substitute teacher accused of sending nude photo to student
Read full article: Palm Bay High School substitute teacher accused of sending nude photo to studentA Palm Bay High School substitute teacher was arrested after sending a nude photo of himself to a student, according to the police department.
‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discovered
Read full article: ‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discoveredOver two months after a missing Titusville woman’s charred remains were discovered, investigators have released handwritten notes belonging to the man accused of killing her.
‘As safe as any city:’ Melbourne addresses safety again after new downtown shooting
Read full article: ‘As safe as any city:’ Melbourne addresses safety again after new downtown shootingA new shooting is reminding some of previous violence in downtown Melbourne that resulted in some choosing to stay away from businesses, and the city adding its own cameras.
Titusville begins process of removing fluoride from drinking water, city says
Read full article: Titusville begins process of removing fluoride from drinking water, city saysThe city of Titusville says it’s already begun the process of removing fluoride from its water supply in light of SB 700, the bill sent to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis which calls for just that and more.
Brevard County lifts burn ban due to recent rains
Read full article: Brevard County lifts burn ban due to recent rainsResidents are still encouraged to reduce the risk of being affected by brush fires by creating a defensible space of at least 30 feet around their homes by keeping grass moved and vegetation cut away.
‘He’s killing him:’ Suspect in custody after man stabbed, beaten to death in Cocoa, police say
Read full article: ‘He’s killing him:’ Suspect in custody after man stabbed, beaten to death in Cocoa, police sayA man arrested Sunday in Cocoa is accused of stabbing and beating another man to death that morning, according to police.