New developments in disturbed Cocoa Beach sea turtle nests
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.
Cocoa Beach chooses Rotary Club to lead lifesaving drowning prevention on the beach
The City of Cocoa Beach is officially moving in a new direction to restore life-saving equipment to its shores.
The City of Cocoa Beach is officially moving in a new direction to restore life-saving equipment to its shores.
Restoration of life-saving rings along Cocoa Beach drags on amid legal battle, recent drownings
City leaders in Cocoa Beach met this week to discuss beach safety concerns following the removal of life-saving rings from local beaches because of an ongoing lawsuit.
City leaders in Cocoa Beach met this week to discuss beach safety concerns following the removal of life-saving rings from local beaches because of an ongoing lawsuit.
Cocoa Beach pushes for more water safety warnings after 3 dead
Cocoa Beach asks vacation rental managers to post informational flyers about beach safety. This initiative comes after three tourists died in the waters.
Cocoa Beach asks vacation rental managers to post informational flyers about beach safety. This initiative comes after three tourists died in the waters.
Cocoa Beach pushes for informational flyers for beach safety
Cocoa Beach asks vacation rental managers to post informational flyers about beach safety. This initiative comes after three tourists died in the waters.
Cocoa Beach asks vacation rental managers to post informational flyers about beach safety. This initiative comes after three tourists died in the waters.
Drowning awareness, rescue stations abruptly pulled from Cocoa Beach. What we know.
In between staffed lifeguard towers along Cocoa Beach – some a mile apart – are unstaffed posts with drowning prevention tips and a flotation device.
In between staffed lifeguard towers along Cocoa Beach – some a mile apart – are unstaffed posts with drowning prevention tips and a flotation device.
2 drown while trying to rescue child at Cocoa Beach, officials say
Two people drowned Tuesday while trying to rescue a child caught in a rip current off Cocoa Beach, authorities said.
Two people drowned Tuesday while trying to rescue a child caught in a rip current off Cocoa Beach, authorities said.
Blue Angels return to Space Coast for Cocoa Beach Air Show
The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels are set to headline the Cocoa Beach Air Show this weekend, marking their first performance over Florida’s Space Coast since 2008.
The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels are set to headline the Cocoa Beach Air Show this weekend, marking their first performance over Florida’s Space Coast since 2008.
Cocoa Beach air show returns this weekend with high-flying Blue Angels
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline this year's Cocoa Beach air show, which returns to the Space Coast this weekend.
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline this year's Cocoa Beach air show, which returns to the Space Coast this weekend.
Former principal avoids jail time, won't be re-hired by BPS for role in alleged underage house party
A former Cocoa Beach elementary school principal was sentenced Monday to two years of probation after reaching a plea deal in a case involving an alleged underage drinking party at her home.
A former Cocoa Beach elementary school principal was sentenced Monday to two years of probation after reaching a plea deal in a case involving an alleged underage drinking party at her home.
Good Samaritan rescues toddlers who wandered onto A1A in Cocoa Beach
A Good Samaritan saved two toddlers who wandered onto a busy stretch of A1A over the weekend.
A Good Samaritan saved two toddlers who wandered onto a busy stretch of A1A over the weekend.
Nativity light display shut down in Satellite Beach finds new home: 'Just gorgeous'
A nativity scene banned in Satellite Beach found a new home a few miles north.
A nativity scene banned in Satellite Beach found a new home a few miles north.
Man cashed 38 checks, stole $33K from Florida senior, police say
Cocoa Beach police arrested 49-year-old Elias Staker on dozens of felony charges tied to forged checks.
Cocoa Beach police arrested 49-year-old Elias Staker on dozens of felony charges tied to forged checks.
Cocoa Beach may adopt new sound ordinance
Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase ?quiet hours? in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don?t see the events as a bother.
Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase ?quiet hours? in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don?t see the events as a bother.
Family mourns teen girl killed in Cocoa shooting
Ka?Ryah Duncan, 15, was killed in an ambush shooting earlier this week, according to the Brevard County Sheriff?s Office (BCSO). Two others were injured when the gunmen, who is still on the loose, opened fire outside a restaurant. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares how the community and family are remembering Duncan.
Ka?Ryah Duncan, 15, was killed in an ambush shooting earlier this week, according to the Brevard County Sheriff?s Office (BCSO). Two others were injured when the gunmen, who is still on the loose, opened fire outside a restaurant. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares how the community and family are remembering Duncan.
3 people hurt in Cocoa ambush-style shooting
Three people have been taken to the hospital after an apparent targeted shooting in Brevard County, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. Ivey described the shooting as an "ambush" and believes it may have been retaliatory for an unknown reason between the suspected shooters and victims. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz fills us in on the latest details in the ongoing investigation.
Three people have been taken to the hospital after an apparent targeted shooting in Brevard County, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. Ivey described the shooting as an "ambush" and believes it may have been retaliatory for an unknown reason between the suspected shooters and victims. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz fills us in on the latest details in the ongoing investigation.
Termites create trouble for 100-year-old Brevard building
A veteran resource center in Cocoa could have to close its doors. The American Legion Post 22 is dealing with a termite infestation, and the nonprofit doesn?t have the money to fix it. Ron Chabot, commander at the American Legion post, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the organization's funding efforts to save the space.
A veteran resource center in Cocoa could have to close its doors. The American Legion Post 22 is dealing with a termite infestation, and the nonprofit doesn?t have the money to fix it. Ron Chabot, commander at the American Legion post, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the organization's funding efforts to save the space.
Cocoa Beach traffic stop leads to fentanyl trafficking arrest, police say
A traffic stop in Cocoa Beach led to the arrest of a Cape Canaveral woman on fentanyl trafficking and DUI charges, police said.
A traffic stop in Cocoa Beach led to the arrest of a Cape Canaveral woman on fentanyl trafficking and DUI charges, police said.
Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend with high-flying military power
Prepare for some high-speed thrills along Florida’s Space Coast as the Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend, bringing elite military jets and local pride back to the skies.
Prepare for some high-speed thrills along Florida’s Space Coast as the Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend, bringing elite military jets and local pride back to the skies.
2 arrested on charge of attempted murder after 17-year-old boy shot in the head, police say
A 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy have been arrested on charges of attempted murder after allegedly shooting another 17-year-old boy in the head, according to the Cocoa Police Department.
A 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy have been arrested on charges of attempted murder after allegedly shooting another 17-year-old boy in the head, according to the Cocoa Police Department.