12-year-old boy airlifted from Cocoa Beach, officials say
A 12-year-old boy was airlifted to a nearby hospital on Sunday afternoon after he was cut by the fin of a surfboard, according to a spokesperson for Brevard County Fire Rescue.
SpaceX Starlink launch scrubbed again
SpaceX has pushed back its Starlink launch again. Liftoff was rescheduled for 1 a.m., but it got scrubbed. The company will now launch the Falcon 9 rocket tonight, with the window opening at 8:53 p.m. Another batch of Starlink satellites is also expected to launch Sunday night.
Florida teacher’s dismissal over use of student’s preferred name, sparks protests
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
Brevard County sheriff creates music video on highway safety
The Brevard County sheriff is taking a creative approach to highway safety. He recently made a farm-inspired video that herd's drivers toward safer choices. He says the video may be "udderly ridiculous," but its message is important.
School district sticks by decision after teacher loses job
The Brevard County School District says it's sticking by Florida law and not renewing a teacher's contract after she called a student by their preferred name without parental approval. The decision has sparked protests by students, but the district says there are consequences for actions.
Florida teacher to lose job for calling student by 'preferred' name: Latest updates
A Florida high school teacher is set to lose her job after allegedly addressing a student by a name other than their legal one, according to Brevard Public Schools.
Customer accused of pulling knife on Subway employees in Brevard County arrested
A man accused of pulling a knife on two Subway employees in Brevard County over the weekend was arrested by deputies on Wednesday, authorities said.
Florida man arrested after allegedly attacking Subway employee
The man accused of attacking two workers at a Subway restaurant on Merritt Island has been arrested. Brevard County deputies say Edward Cocaine is now behind bars and facing charges of aggravated assault and armed occupied burglary. He is expected to appear in court later today.
Florida shrimpers say Trump's new international tariffs could save their industry
Shrimpers on the Space Coast are thankful for President Trump’s new international tariffs.
BPS looking into new ways to boost student enrollment at underutilized schools
Some families in Brevard County are worried schools could be closing as BPS investigates schools with low enrollment.
'Terrifying': BCSO looking for customer who allegedly pulled knife on two Subway employees in Merritt Island
Deputies are investigating an alleged knife assault attempt on two employees at a Subway in Brevard County.
Accused killer of Titusville woman Jessie Kirk indicted on murder charge, 8 additional charges
David Barber has been formally indicted by a Brevard County grand jury on nine criminal charges in connection with the killing of 72-year-old Jessie Kirk in Titusville, Florida.
Community rallies in support of McNair Middle School
McNair Magnet Middle School in Brevard County is facing an uncertain future due to its low enrollment numbers. The community is prepared to discuss solutions for the school during public comment at a School Board meeting tonight.
Rockledge helicopter crash: Witness describes watching aircraft fall from sky
Officials are looking for answers after a helicopter crashed at a park in Brevard County. Three people were on board. At least two were taken to the hospital. Thankfully, everyone survived.
Fishermen, rescuers race to save dolphin trapped in fishing line spotted in Indian River Lagoon
Efforts are ramping up to save a dolphin in distress swimming in the Indian River Lagoon. Its tail is wrapped up in fishing line, and people are worried time is running out to save the animal.
Child accused of vandalizing Florida church with hate speech, racial slurs: police
The Melbourne Police Department has arrested a juvenile for allegedly defacing a local church.
Aircraft crash in Brevard County, two airlifted to trauma center: Officials
An aircraft crashed in Brevard County on Sunday morning, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue.
Titusville Police arrest accused burglar after string of break-ins shake business community
Several small businesses in Titusville were targeted by a thief this week. Cash was stolen, and front doors were shattered during multiple break-ins across town.
Animal Control investigating after puppy starves to death in Brevard County
Brevard County deputies are investigating an alleged animal abuse case where a dog was starved to death.
Dog allegedly starved to death in Brevard County
Deputies are investigating after a dog was allegedly starved to death in Brevard County. A local animal rescue tried to save the pup, but time ran out. Investigators are working to learn who killed the dog.