Murder suspect captured in Palm Bay, caught by license plate reader

A man wanted for murder was taken into custody Saturday evening after Palm Bay Police were alerted by their FLOCK license plate reader system that his vehicle was in the area.

Florida officers surprised by loose emu bird call
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Police in Palm Bay were shocked when they received a call Tuesday about a loose emu bird on the run. It took at least three officers to round up the giant bird.

New Palm Bay memorial unveiled for first responders
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A new memorial for first responders has been unveiled in Palm Bay. "Sacrifice Park" pays tribute to the brave heroes who lost their lives in the line of duty.

2 teens accused of drive-by shooting that left another blind
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Two teens have been arrested following a Florida drive-by shooting that left a juvenile blind, police say. One of the two teens is 19-year-old Tai?shan Capell. FOX 35 is choosing not to identify or show a picture of the second teen, a 17-year-old, as he is a minor. Both of the teens are facing multiple charges, including attempted first-degree murder with a firearm.

Video: Florida man dressed as clown taken down by officers for allegedly trespassing

A man dressed in a clown suit was arrested earlier this week in Palm Bay after refusing to leave a shopping plaza, despite a previous blanket trespass, according to police.

'I'm so high right now': Driver arrested after attempted hit-and-run

A Palm Bay man was arrested after attempting to flee the scene after crashing into another vehicle while driving under the influence.

Unsolved Palm Bay homicide from May 9, 2024
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Crimeline is focusing on an unsolved homicide from nearly a year ago. On May 9, 2024, 20-year-old Tyrone Bursey was found shot to death on Washington Street. He was shot after leaving the Lipscomb Community Center with a group of friends.

Palm Bay pauses school zone ticket program after police discover 'glitches'

School zone traffic cameras have been shut off for now in Palm Bay. The Palm Bay Police Department said some of the $100 tickets that have been sent to drivers are wrong.

Palm Bay pauses speed zone cameras over ticket mix-up
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School zone traffic cameras have been shut off for now in Palm Bay, as police have discovered 'glitches,' and wrong tickets being sent out. The Palm Bay Police Department is now investigating.

Residents worry of homeless camp conditions, help to clean up
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Some homeowners in palm Bay are worried about the conditions of homeless camps in their area. A few neighbors have even taken matters into their own hands. They recently helped to clean up a camp themselves.

Space Coast cities tackle growing homelessness with bold measures

Cities across Florida’s Space Coast, particularly Palm Bay and Melbourne, are actively addressing the rise of homeless camps in vacant lots.

Homeless camps causing stress for Palm Bay residents
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Some people living in Palm Bay are concerned about homeless camps. One in Brevard County was cleaned up by residents. A Palm Bay Commissioner is also concerned.

FOX 35 Care Force recognizes 2 Florida officers for rescuing pregnant woman

The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing the heroic work of two Florida police officers after they rescued a pregnant woman from a sinking car.

2 children and mother killed in Palm Bay condo fire
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Although the mother originally survived the fire and was in the hospital fighting for her life, she now sadly has died due to her injuries.