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Breaking news and top stories from the city of Cocoa Beach in Brevard County, Florida.

Brevard County tables controversial proposal for resort's exclusive use of Cocoa Beach park

Brevard County tables controversial proposal for resort's exclusive use of Cocoa Beach park

The Brevard County Commission voted Tuesday to table a proposal from a new hotel seeking exclusive use of portions of Lori Wilson Park for private events.

October 22, 2024 8:34pm EDT
Pushback grows over Cocoa Beach resort's plan to rent public park for up to 100 days a year

Pushback grows over Cocoa Beach resort's plan to rent public park for up to 100 days a year

A new $400 million-plus hotel in Cocoa Beach is facing opposition to its plans to rent a nearby public park for up to 100 days a year.

October 21, 2024 7:44pm EDT
Frustration mounts in Cocoa Beach over FEMA response following tornado

Frustration mounts in Cocoa Beach over FEMA response following tornado

More than a week after a tornado touched down, frustration is growing among Cocoa Beach residents as they struggle to rebuild their homes and businesses with limited help from FEMA.

October 17, 2024 6:15pm EDT
Power lines down, major damage reported as Milton hits Cocoa Beach

Power lines down, major damage reported as Milton hits Cocoa Beach

Power lines are down and major flooding and damage have been reported in Cocoa Beach, city leaders said Wednesday evening.

October 10, 2024 2:46am EDT
Brevard County Commission approves new lifeguard funding plan

Brevard County Commission approves new lifeguard funding plan

In a decision aimed at keeping swimmers safe, the Brevard County Commission voted Tuesday on how to fund lifeguard services for the upcoming fiscal year.

September 25, 2024 12:07am EDT
Shark bites surfer 'Gnarly Charley' in New Smyrna Beach: 'I could just feel it go clamp'

Shark bites surfer 'Gnarly Charley' in New Smyrna Beach: 'I could just feel it go clamp'

New Smyrna Beach is living up to it's name of Shark Bite Capital of the world after another reported shark bite.

September 23, 2024 9:10pm EDT
Cocoa Beach boy, 13, arrested, accused of posting social media school shooting threat, police say

Cocoa Beach boy, 13, arrested, accused of posting social media school shooting threat, police say

A 13-year-old at Cocoa Beach Jr. Sr. High School was arrested Monday, accused of posting a school shooting threat online, according to Cocoa Beach Police.

September 16, 2024 5:27pm EDT
Mystery surfer who rescued pigeon from ocean found

Mystery surfer who rescued pigeon from ocean found

A mystery in Cocoa Beach has been solved! FOX 35 helped track down the surfer who was caught on camera saving a bird struggling in the sea.

September 4, 2024 8:01pm EDT
Mystery surfer saves bird struggling in rough surf near Cocoa Beach pier: 'He's a hero'

Mystery surfer saves bird struggling in rough surf near Cocoa Beach pier: 'He's a hero'

People on social media are searching for a surfer who saved a struggling bird on Cocoa Beach. 

September 2, 2024 8:53pm EDT
3 arrested for armed robbery at Cocoa Beach strip club, police say

3 arrested for armed robbery at Cocoa Beach strip club, police say

Three men are accused of storming a Cocoa Beach strip club and stealing employees' cash and phones.

August 2, 2024 1:18pm EDT
Body found inside car in Cocoa Beach
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Body found inside car in Cocoa Beach

July 26, 2024 5:08pm EDT
Person found dead inside car near Cocoa Beach rec center: police

Person found dead inside car near Cocoa Beach rec center: police

A death investigation is underway near a recreational center in Cocoa Beach, officials said on Friday morning.

July 26, 2024 10:44am EDT
Westgate Resorts clears another hurdle for new hotel in Cocoa Beach

Westgate Resorts clears another hurdle for new hotel in Cocoa Beach

A new resort is on its way to Florida's Space Coast. Cocoa Beach city commissioners gave Orlando-based Westgate Resorts the initial green light Thursday by approving the first reading of a development agreement.

July 19, 2024 12:33am EDT
Why demolition of a Cocoa Beach hotel is drawing attention amid hurricane season

Why demolition of a Cocoa Beach hotel is drawing attention amid hurricane season

The historically early hurricane season has Brevard County residents on high alert. In Cocoa Beach, some are calling a demolished hotel a serious hazard that needs to be cleaned up immediately.

July 2, 2024 8:52pm EDT
Woman impaled by umbrella while sunbathing at Cocoa Beach: Police

Woman impaled by umbrella while sunbathing at Cocoa Beach: Police

A woman was recently impaled by an umbrella while sunbathing at Cocoa Beach, police say.

June 25, 2024 7:35pm EDT
2 Florida women accused of stealing $1,500 worth of liquor, hundreds of other items from multiple cities

2 Florida women accused of stealing $1,500 worth of liquor, hundreds of other items from multiple cities

Two women from Fort Lauderdale have been connected to a series of retail thefts after $1,500 worth of liquor was found in their car, police said.

June 5, 2024 3:39pm EDT
Massive entertainment complex coming to Cocoa Beach: Food hall, brewery, rooftop bar & more

Massive entertainment complex coming to Cocoa Beach: Food hall, brewery, rooftop bar & more

Cocoa Beach Mercado will soon be home to 12 restaurants, a private event space, a covered courtyard, a brewery and rooftop bar. It's set to break ground this fall, with completion expected in fall 2025.

June 4, 2024 8:44pm EDT
Cocoa Beach ramping up police patrols with large, illegal beach party set for Saturday

Cocoa Beach ramping up police patrols with large, illegal beach party set for Saturday

Cocoa Beach is cracking down on an illegal beach party that could take over the Cocoa Beach pier on Saturday.

May 24, 2024 6:56pm EDT
Powerboat racing returns to Brevard County in Thunder on Cocoa Beach

Powerboat racing returns to Brevard County in Thunder on Cocoa Beach

Powerboats sped along the Brevard County coast on Saturday, some pushing speeds of 200 miles per hour. The Thunder on Cocoa Beach fans said it was a heck of a show.

May 18, 2024 6:31pm EDT
Thunder on Cocoa Beach returns to Brevard County this weekend

Thunder on Cocoa Beach returns to Brevard County this weekend

Powerboats will speed along the Brevard County coast this weekend, with some approaching speeds of 200 miles per hour.

May 17, 2024 8:32pm EDT
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