Family threatens lawsuit after mistaken police takedown injures teen
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow.
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow.
Melbourne officer resigns after mistaken arrest of teen; records reveal prior discipline
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after being involved in the mistaken arrest of a 15-year-old boy whose elbow was fractured during a takedown, while newly released personnel records show the officer had a history of disciplinary issues before the incident.
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after being involved in the mistaken arrest of a 15-year-old boy whose elbow was fractured during a takedown, while newly released personnel records show the officer had a history of disciplinary issues before the incident.
Port Canaveral expanding with new updated cruise terminal, largest parking garage in Brevard County
Port Canaveral is getting a massive face-lift to keep up with the booming Central Florida cruise market, unveiling plans for a larger terminal and a towering new parking garage.
Port Canaveral is getting a massive face-lift to keep up with the booming Central Florida cruise market, unveiling plans for a larger terminal and a towering new parking garage.
Titusville City Council moves forward with potential 100% stormwater fee hike
The Titusville City Council voted unanimously to advance a potential 100% stormwater fee hike, which could double local homeowners' bills to $320 a year.
The Titusville City Council voted unanimously to advance a potential 100% stormwater fee hike, which could double local homeowners' bills to $320 a year.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket from Florida for Starlink mission
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites into space early Tuesday.
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites into space early Tuesday.
Crash shuts down stretch of I-95 south in Brevard County, FHP says
An early morning crash has shut down a section of Interstate 95 southbound in Brevard County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An early morning crash has shut down a section of Interstate 95 southbound in Brevard County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Storm drives sailboat into power lines near Eau Gallie Causeway
A sailboat became entangled in overhead power lines during severe storms in Brevard County on Sunday after its owner tried to ride out the weather aboard the vessel, authorities and the boat owner said.
A sailboat became entangled in overhead power lines during severe storms in Brevard County on Sunday after its owner tried to ride out the weather aboard the vessel, authorities and the boat owner said.
Youth safety campaign launches in honor of Viera teen, 15, hit and killed on scooter
The Viera community gathered on Saturday at Lifepoint Church to say a final goodbye to a 15-year-old boy killed in a tragic Father’s Day hit-and-run, turning their immense grief into a lasting mission to protect other young people.
The Viera community gathered on Saturday at Lifepoint Church to say a final goodbye to a 15-year-old boy killed in a tragic Father’s Day hit-and-run, turning their immense grief into a lasting mission to protect other young people.
Family of teen killed in crash advocates for IDs
Isaiah Irizarry was riding a scooter home and was less than a mile from safety when a vehicle struck two teens and fled the scene. Because of how quickly law enforcement was able to locate his guardian, Isaiah's family is now turning his choice into a message for parents everywhere – Isaiah’s IDea.
Isaiah Irizarry was riding a scooter home and was less than a mile from safety when a vehicle struck two teens and fled the scene. Because of how quickly law enforcement was able to locate his guardian, Isaiah's family is now turning his choice into a message for parents everywhere – Isaiah’s IDea.
Florida dog, 'Teddy,' rescued after vest left on for 9 months grows into his skin: Sheriff
Two Brevard County men face aggravated animal cruelty charges after a dog they adopted was left wearing a vest for months, causing the fabric to grow directly into its skin.
Two Brevard County men face aggravated animal cruelty charges after a dog they adopted was left wearing a vest for months, causing the fabric to grow directly into its skin.
1 boy dead, 1 injured after dirt bike crash with car near Florida trail: FHP
An 11-year-old boy is dead and a second 11-year-old passenger is hospitalized after their dirt bike collided with a car at a Mims trail intersection.
An 11-year-old boy is dead and a second 11-year-old passenger is hospitalized after their dirt bike collided with a car at a Mims trail intersection.
Mistaken identity? Florida mom wants accountability after son tackled by officer in missing kid search
A Florida mother is demanding police training overhaul after bodycam shows wrongful takedown of her 15-year-old son who was mistaken for a missing child.
A Florida mother is demanding police training overhaul after bodycam shows wrongful takedown of her 15-year-old son who was mistaken for a missing child.
Mom demands accountability after son tackled by police
A 15-year-old is recovering after his elbow was fractured during a police encounter. Melbourne Police officers were looking for a missing child when the incident unfolded. The department is reviewing the case and officer’s response.
A 15-year-old is recovering after his elbow was fractured during a police encounter. Melbourne Police officers were looking for a missing child when the incident unfolded. The department is reviewing the case and officer’s response.
1 dead, 1 hurt in Mims trail dirt bike crash
One boy is dead and a second is in critical condition after being hit by a car while on a trail. The boys were traveling on dirt bikes and rode into the car's path, officials report.
One boy is dead and a second is in critical condition after being hit by a car while on a trail. The boys were traveling on dirt bikes and rode into the car's path, officials report.
Photos: SpaceX launch stuns with 'space jellyfish' in Florida sky
A "space jellyfish" developed across the morning sky in Florida after a SpaceX rocket launch. Here are some of the best photos shared with FOX 35.
A "space jellyfish" developed across the morning sky in Florida after a SpaceX rocket launch. Here are some of the best photos shared with FOX 35.
SpaceX sends another batch of Starlink satellites to space
SpaceX launched more Starlink satellites from Florida's Space Coast early Thursday.
SpaceX launched more Starlink satellites from Florida's Space Coast early Thursday.
Baby kittens abandoned, trapped in sealed container outside Florida animal rescue
A local rescue is trying to save baby kittens that were found unresponsive and suffering from heat exhaustion after being placed outside the shelter's door.
A local rescue is trying to save baby kittens that were found unresponsive and suffering from heat exhaustion after being placed outside the shelter's door.
Florida shelter warns against leaving animals unattended in heat
Multiple kittens were left defenseless, suffering from heat exhaustion in the dangerous Florida sun outside a local animal shelter. The security footage outside H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue on U.S. 1 in Sebastian captured two critically hazardous situations unfolding within mere seconds of each other. Now, the rescue is working around the clock to save the vulnerable baby cats.
Multiple kittens were left defenseless, suffering from heat exhaustion in the dangerous Florida sun outside a local animal shelter. The security footage outside H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue on U.S. 1 in Sebastian captured two critically hazardous situations unfolding within mere seconds of each other. Now, the rescue is working around the clock to save the vulnerable baby cats.
Artemis II astronauts visit Kennedy Space Center after historic moon mission
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
Titusville stormwater system overwhelmed: Residents left pumping out floodwaters
Storms on Monday night dumped more than three inches of rain in just two and a half hours, completely overwhelming Titusville's aging drainage infrastructure.
Storms on Monday night dumped more than three inches of rain in just two and a half hours, completely overwhelming Titusville's aging drainage infrastructure.