Judge delays bond decision in Brevard County football player’s murder case

A Brevard County judge is holding off on a bond decision for a former college football player charged with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of another athlete outside a downtown Melbourne bar.

Florida man accused of killing grandparents told police 'God' instructed him to do it: Affidavit

A 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his grandparents in Brevard County last week told investigators he did so because “God told him to send his grandparents to him," according to newly released court documents.

Scorching heat wave causes flight delays, weight limits across U.S.

Extreme heat is disrupting air travel across the U.S. this week, as record-setting temperatures impact both flight schedules and aircraft performance.

Georgia skydiver dies in Florida, officials say

A skydiver from Georgia has died after suffering a hard landing during a weekend event in Florida, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.

3 arrested in Melbourne drug bust
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A drug bust led to the arrest of three people in Melbourne. The three people arrested are each facing various drug charges, and two could face life in prison due to prior convictions.

Grandson shot, killed both grandparents in West Melbourne, sheriff says

A Florida couple was killed by their grandchild in a shooting that took place Wednesday night in West Melbourne, according to deputies. One other person was injured during the shooting.

Melbourne residents can weigh in on pedestrian safety
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Today, residents will meet to discuss proposed pedestrian safety changes coming to Melbourne Beach. This comes after several deadly crashes were reported in the area. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains the changes and discusses what both sides on the issue are saying.

Roof collapses at Melbourne community center following torrential rain

Twenty people were reportedly inside a community center in Melbourne, Florida, when the roof collapsed, a city spokesperson tells FOX 35 News.

Florida man's murder charge dropped after more than 20 years in prison

A Florida man is getting used to life on the outside after spending more than two decades in prison for a murder he didn’t commit.

Florida mom outraged after son's murder suspect remains free on bond despite upgraded charges

The mother of a 19-year-old man killed in a Mother’s Day shooting is expressing frustration with Florida’s legal process after the man accused of murdering her son remains free on bond, even after prosecutors upgraded the charges to second-degree murder.

Woman accused in deadly 2023 hit-and-run crash in Melbourne appears in court

A woman accused of fatally striking a pedestrian on Christmas night in 2023 and fleeing the scene appeared before a judge Wednesday in Brevard County after spending 18 months evading law enforcement.

Arrest made in 2023 Christmas Day hit and run that killed man in Melbourne

More than a year after a deadly hit-and-run on Christmas Day, police have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of a 23-year-old pedestrian.

New video shows Melbourne police questioning, arresting woman for allegedly choking her cab driver

FOX 35 first broke the story a few weeks ago when the victim in the case shared her story. Carol Ann Johnson was allegedly attacked and choked by a passenger she was bringing home from Circles of Care. 

Melbourne teen's treasured bike returned after help from community, police

A Melbourne teen's treasure bicycle, given to him by his late father, was returned after being stolen thanks to help from the community and the police department.

Teen's prized possession returned with community help
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A Melbourne teen?s bicycle, which belonged to his late father, was recently stolen. The teen's mother took to Facebook to get help locating the bike, and they were able to track it down. The family is grateful to the Melbourne community and the police department that helped them get the bicycle back.

Women's Center of Brevard seeking help after vandals destroy, steal from Melbourne site

A longtime nonprofit in Brevard County is asking for help after discovering extensive damage from a break-in last week that left their facility vandalized and ransacked.