Pentagon proposes up to 76 Starship launches from Florida in new report

The U.S. Department of Defense is proposing major infrastructure upgrades at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to support up to 76 annual Starship launches, according to a newly released environmental impact report.

Florida girl, 9, describes surviving terrifying shark attack while snorkeling near Fort Myers

A 9-year-old Florida girl is recovering after surviving a shark attack earlier this month while snorkeling off the coast of Fort Myers — and she’s now sharing her story of survival.

Plastic lid finally removed from bear's neck after 2 years

Wildlife experts finally were able to trap a black bear and remove a large lid that was stuck around his neck for two years.

Orlando to Paris direct flights returning after nearly a decade, Gov. DeSantis says

Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the return of direct flights between Orlando and Paris as part of his mission to further strengthen Florida’s position as a global leader in international travel and aerospace innovation.

Florida 9-year-old girl speaks after shark attack
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The family of Leah Lendel, the 9-year-old girl who survived a shark attack off Florida?s Gulf Coast, shared their emotional journey and their daughter?s recovery progress. The medical team at Tampa General Hospital also provided details on the lifesaving care and steps to save Leah?s hand.

Brevard County manatee deaths spiking
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Brevard County is leading the state in manatee deaths in 2025, according to the FWC. Patrick Rose, executive director of the Save the Manatee Club, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about why this might be happening and what can be done to change the troubling trend.

SpaceX Starship explodes during test in Texas
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Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.

Space Station leak investigation continues to shift launch date of Axiom Space crew

An active investigation into a leak repair on the International Space Station continues to cause NASA to shift the launch of four private astronauts on the Axiom Space Mission 4.

Honda joins space race with successful reusable rocket test

Honda has entered the space race with the successful launch and landing of a reusable rocket, marking a significant step in its space ambitions.

Strengthening Florida's aerospace and transportation industries: DeSantis signs new legislation

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two new pieces of legislation to help further solidify the state's position as a global leader in aerospace, transportation and advanced mobility innovation.

Dog comes face-to-face with bear inside Monrovia home

A homeowner got quite the surprise when security footage captured a bear inside her Monrovia home.

Galápagos Tortoise in Miami celebrates first Father's Day on 135th birthday

Zoo Miami is celebrating a possible world record after Goliath, the Galápagos Tortoise, became a first-time dad right before his 135th birthday.

See it: Angler shatters Idaho state record with unforgettable catch

An Idaho man made the catch of a lifetime when he caught a grass carp weighing nearly 70 pounds, officials announced this week.