SpaceX may resume Falcon 9 launches while FAA investigates booster landing mishap, agency says
SpaceX may resume launches of its Falcon 9 rocket, the FAA said late Friday.
Invasive chameleon clans growing in Florida along Space Coast as people release the exotic pets
Central Florida animal rescues are responding to more chameleon sightings on the Space Coast as the invasive species settles into the Sunshine State.
Florida homeowners frustrated with trash piles accumulating at vacant home: 'Nothing is getting done'
The tropics are heating up, and neighbors in West Melbourne are worried their homes could be in danger because of a nuisance property with trash piles everywhere.
FAA grounds SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets after booster explodes off Florida Coast
What was supposed to be a historic week for SpaceX ended in setbacks, after a Falcon 9 rocket booster burst into flames off the coast of Florida.
'Scared me': Brevard County senior survives Hurricane Debby that flipped his RV with him inside
A senior still doesn’t have a home after his RV was destroyed during one of Hurricane Debby’s outer rainbands that struck the Space Coast.
Illegal berry picking leads to arrests of undocumented immigrants in Brevard County: Sheriff
Several undocumented immigrants were arrested in Brevard County for illegal berry picking, with Sheriff Wayne Ivey expressing frustration over the difficulty of deporting them.
70-year-old veteran's RV home destroyed by Hurricane Debby
A 70-year-old veteran is returning home to collect his belongings after Hurricane Debby flipped over his RV three weeks ago. Initially, one person was reported to be taken to the hospital, but the storm's aftermath was only the beginning of Bryant Culpepper's struggles.
Palm Bay Magnet High School student arrested after stabbing student with scissors, police say
An 18-year-old was arrested after allegedly stabbing another student with scissors during a fight at Palm Bay Magnet High School on Monday, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
Atlantic Fine Furniture catches fire in Melbourne, officials say
A building fire on Saturday afternoon in Melbourne, Florida, sent smoke billowing into the air, which could be seen for miles. The fire sparked Saturday afternoon at Atlantic Fine Furniture & Mattress.
Raccoon with head trapped in jar has Wild Florida Rescue racing to save animal: 'Time is of the essence'
Wild Florida Rescue is working around the clock to try and help a raccoon with its head trapped in a jar.
Palm Bay teacher accused of dragging, straddling student with disabilities before locking her in bathroom
All witnesses interviewed by police said the teacher's behavior was “unacceptable" and “aggressive," and described her as “very controlling."
DeSantis unveils $5.8M plan for park, Space Coast Regional Airport project
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday announced $5.8 million in state money to help connect a new industrial park to the Space Coast Regional Airport in Brevard County.
Melbourne residents worry about neighborhood flooding as strong storms slam the Space Coast
Strong storms on the Space Coast this week heightened flooding concerns for neighbors in Melbourne.
Florida man arrested for allegedly firing a gun at neighbors standing in their own yard
Two women were terrorized in their front yard when a neighbor opened fire on them in Mims, according to authorities.
Port Canaveral scraps new cruise terminal plans amid state pressure
Port Canaveral leaders acquiesced Wednesday to demands by the state and reversed plans for a new cruise terminal that could have been an impediment to future needs of the space industry.
Florida woman arrested after nearly 20 starving animals saved from home, deputies say
Nearly 20 animals starving and living in filth were confiscated from a home in Melbourne this week. The homeowner was taken into custody on several animal abuse charges.
Florida Primary 2024 Election Results: Brevard County
Here are the Florida Primary results in Brevard County, Aug. 20, 2024.
SpaceX is attempting its first private spacewalk in historic crewed mission: Polaris Dawn
SpaceX is on the verge of making history again. The company will launch a fully private crewed mission next week, taking astronauts further than they’ve been in 50 years.
Orlando Health bidding for 3 Central Florida hospitals whose current owner has filed for bankruptcy
Orlando Health is seeking to buy three hospitals in Brevard and Indian River counties as part of the bankruptcy of hospital operator Steward Health Care, according to a court document filed last week.
Palm Bay airman dies following non-combat related incident: DOD
The 28-year-old had been assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico.