Rockledge works to find weak spots in sewer system
The city of Rockledge is working to make sure their sewer pumps are in good condition in preparation for floods.
Port Canaveral plans to build new cruise terminal
Port Canaveral officials say 2025 was a record breaking year, but they're planning to expand terminals and build a new terminal on the southwest side of the port.
Frito-Lay facilities close in Orlando
Nearly 500 people lost their jobs after the company said Tuesday that it was immediately closing its manufacturing and warehouse operations in Orlando after reviewing its business needs.
Home, flood insurance not covering Eustis bridge damage
Following a private bridge's collapse in Lake County, frustrated residents are saying homeowners insurance is covering the costs. Residents can't return to their homes until the bridge is fixed. For some who can go home, they have to walk across the bridge to get home. Now, residents may need to pay out of pocket if they want to drive up to their homes again.
2 people severely injured by hit-and-run driver
A couple on a first date in Cocoa were driving when another car hit them, causing them to hit a man and a woman. The Florida Highway Patrol is looking for the driver, but an arrest hasn't been made after weeks.
2 Cocoa men accused of murder after teen girl dies in shooting
Marking one month since a drive-by shooting in which 15-year-old Ka’Ryah Duncan was killed at a Cocoa restaurant, police are still looking for one suspect, Xazavier Butler. The second person prosecutors say was involved, Jonterich Smith, is held without bond in the Brevard County Jail
FAA cuts flights by 10% amid staffing issues
The FAA ordered a 10% reduction of flights at 40 of the busiest airports in the country. This is due to a lack of staffing as TSA and air traffic controllers have been unpaid for over 30 days during the 2025 government shutdown. The reductions will begin Nov. 7
Port Canaveral 2025 State of the Port
Canaveral Port Authority Commissioner leaders gave updates on the 2025 fiscal year and discussed new plans for 2026, including new ships to expect and plans to build a new cruise terminal.
Car fire shuts down NB Florida Turnpike in Osceola County
A car fire on the Florida Turnpike shut down northbound lanes in Osceola County near Kenansville.
Sheriff looking for woman whose two dogs allegedly mauled chihuahua
Brevard Animal Control officers are trying to find a woman whose two poodle-breed dogs mauled a small chihuahua to death.
Rideshare driver accused of threatening couple in Halloween scare
What started as a Halloween weekend rideshare turned into a terrifying ordeal for an Orlando couple — and a dramatic rescue by a quick-thinking store clerk.
Shan Rose wins Orlando City Commission Dist. 5 seat | Full speech
Interim Orlando City Commissioner, Dist. 5, will keep her seat after winning her Nov. 5, 2025 election. She defeated Regina Hill who was removed from the position in 2023.
Shan Rose fends off re-election bid by Regina Hill
Voters in Orlando’s District 5 have re-elected City Commissioner Shaniqua “Shan” Rose, who secured just over 52% of the vote Tuesday, narrowly avoiding a runoff in one of Central Florida’s closely watched local races.
Regina Hill concession speech | Election 2025
Former Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill lost her election bid to reclaim her District 5 seat. She was defeated by Shan Rose. Hill was suspended as District 5 Orlando City Commissioner in 2023 by Gov. Ron DeSantis amid allegations that she financially exploited an elderly woman. That case is still progressing through the court system.
Mother’s Milk Bank of Florida helping state’s most fragile newborns
The Mother’s Milk Bank of Florida is providing lifesaving nourishment to some of the state’s most vulnerable infants, supplying pasteurized donor milk to neonatal intensive care units across Florida.
Man accused of stealing coquina rocks to sell on Facebook
Thomas Dupree, 37, is accused of stealing coquina rocks – a soft, porous sedimentary rock used for landscaping – from a Palm Coast construction site, the Flagler County Sheriff's Office said.
Trial date set for Robin Severance Lopez in alleged illegal gambling
A trial date has been set for Robin Severance Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, as new court documents reveal additional evidence in the couple’s alleged involvement in an illegal gambling ring.
Lake County road remains closed after flooding damage
Wolf Branch Road in Mount Dora will remain closed for another month after a portion of it was washed out by several inches of rain that fell almost two weeks ago. Crews will increase the drainage capacity and make some other changes on that road. As for Britt Road, also in Mount Dora, it has been closed since it was damaged during Hurricane Milton last year. However, the county said it has just received grants to help pay for construction costs.
Orlando firefighters rescue 1 from burning home
Firefighters in Orlando arrived at a house fire before anyone even called 911. They were driving along Interstate 4 when they spotted smoke at a home near Inter & Co Stadium. One person was rescued.
Charges dropped against doctor accused of allowing underage drinking
A Central Florida doctor – who was accused of allowing underage teens to have alcohol at a party – won't face charges, the office of Monique Worrell confirmed Monday.