Palm Bay's only public pool is at risk of closing
Rising maintenance and operating costs are forcing the city of Palm Bay to consider closing its only public pool. Supporters attended the Brevard School Board meeting on Tuesday pleading for help to save the pool because it's where school swim teams practice. The board is open to helping but doesn't have the final say in the pool's future. The city is looking for private partners to step in.
Rising maintenance and operating costs are forcing the city of Palm Bay to consider closing its only public pool. Supporters attended the Brevard School Board meeting on Tuesday pleading for help to save the pool because it's where school swim teams practice. The board is open to helping but doesn't have the final say in the pool's future. The city is looking for private partners to step in.
Vickie Williams found guilty in Mount Dora double murders
A Florida jury deliberated for roughly an hour before finding Vickie Williams guilty of first-degree murder in the 2022 deaths of Darry and Sharon Getman inside their home in Mount Dora, and guilty of theft of their vehicle.
A Florida jury deliberated for roughly an hour before finding Vickie Williams guilty of first-degree murder in the 2022 deaths of Darry and Sharon Getman inside their home in Mount Dora, and guilty of theft of their vehicle.
Police chief raises concerns after officer shot in hospital
A Florida judge denied bond for a man accused of attacking an elderly couple outside Daytona College, and who is accused of fighting with and shooting an officer assigned to guard him at the hospital. At same time, the chief of police for Daytona Beach police is raising concerns about what happened inside the hospital that potentially led to an Ormond Beach police officer to be shot.
A Florida judge denied bond for a man accused of attacking an elderly couple outside Daytona College, and who is accused of fighting with and shooting an officer assigned to guard him at the hospital. At same time, the chief of police for Daytona Beach police is raising concerns about what happened inside the hospital that potentially led to an Ormond Beach police officer to be shot.
2 arrested after neglected dog found in New Smyrna Beach, officials say
2 arrested after severely neglected dog found in New Smyrna Beach, officials say
2 arrested after severely neglected dog found in New Smyrna Beach, officials say
Florida man accused of shooting and killing dog; dead cats found at home: SJSO
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after St. Johns County deputies said he shot and killed his dog. Investigators found the remains of two dead cats on the property of Jake Matthew, 34, while the remains of a decapitated dog were found at his home and in a nearby empty lot, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after St. Johns County deputies said he shot and killed his dog. Investigators found the remains of two dead cats on the property of Jake Matthew, 34, while the remains of a decapitated dog were found at his home and in a nearby empty lot, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
Coast Guard offloads $57M in cocaine and marijuana at Florida port
Coast Guard crews offloaded $57 million worth of illegal drugs Monday in Port Everglades following two high-seas interdictions in the Caribbean Sea.
Coast Guard crews offloaded $57 million worth of illegal drugs Monday in Port Everglades following two high-seas interdictions in the Caribbean Sea.
Nearly 100 teachers at Orange County schools could lose jobs amid enrollment declines
Nearly 100 Orange County Public Schools teachers have been left without assigned positions for the upcoming school year amid the district's declining student enrollment.
Nearly 100 Orange County Public Schools teachers have been left without assigned positions for the upcoming school year amid the district's declining student enrollment.
SEE IT: Chinese nationals intercepted in ‘extremely dangerous’ infiltration attempt near Florida coast
A smuggling vessel filled with Chinese nationals and other illegal immigrants was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Coast Guard in what sources called a rare and "extremely dangerous" attempt to enter the U.S. through Florida.
A smuggling vessel filled with Chinese nationals and other illegal immigrants was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Coast Guard in what sources called a rare and "extremely dangerous" attempt to enter the U.S. through Florida.
Meet Bakari, Disney's new silverback gorilla at Animal Kingdom
A brand-new leader has arrived on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
A brand-new leader has arrived on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
New Florida laws take effect Oct. 1: Here's what to know
From stricter rules for renters and drivers to tougher criminal penalties for street violence and drug trafficking, approximately a dozen new laws are taking effect on October 1, 2026. Here are the main statutes to know about.
From stricter rules for renters and drivers to tougher criminal penalties for street violence and drug trafficking, approximately a dozen new laws are taking effect on October 1, 2026. Here are the main statutes to know about.
Bicyclist seriously hurt in Winter Springs hit-and-run crash, FHP says
A 29-year-old man who was riding his bicycle in Winter Springs was seriously hurt last week after being hit by a vehicle that drove off, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 29-year-old man who was riding his bicycle in Winter Springs was seriously hurt last week after being hit by a vehicle that drove off, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Meet Bakari! The new gorilla at Disney's Animal Kingdom
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte talks with the experts at Disney's Animal Kingdom about one of its newest residents: Barkari, the next leader of the silverback gorilla troop. She learns about Bukari's personality, diet, and how his introductions with the girl gorillas are going.
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte talks with the experts at Disney's Animal Kingdom about one of its newest residents: Barkari, the next leader of the silverback gorilla troop. She learns about Bukari's personality, diet, and how his introductions with the girl gorillas are going.
AAA: Florida drivers paying $20 more for tank of gas
The average price of gas in Florida on Monday was $4.28 a gallon, less than the national average of $4.47, per AAA Florida. Still, Floridians and business owners are feeling the financial strain.
The average price of gas in Florida on Monday was $4.28 a gallon, less than the national average of $4.47, per AAA Florida. Still, Floridians and business owners are feeling the financial strain.
Sanford shooting: Police chief urges community to help; 'Speak up!'
Minutes after Sanford police officers responded to reports of a shooting during a family gathering over the weekend, officers found at least a half-dozen people with gunshot wounds, a “plethora" of vehicles driving away from the area, and a number of potential witnesses who did not want to talk to anyone about what happened.
Minutes after Sanford police officers responded to reports of a shooting during a family gathering over the weekend, officers found at least a half-dozen people with gunshot wounds, a “plethora" of vehicles driving away from the area, and a number of potential witnesses who did not want to talk to anyone about what happened.
Bicyclist seriously hurt in Winter Springs hit-and-run
A 29-year-old bicyclist was seriously hurt on the morning of Sept. 17 after being hit by a vehicle on Tuskawilla Road, south of Windwillow Circle, in Winter Springs, FHP said. Officials are looking for the suspect vehicle.
A 29-year-old bicyclist was seriously hurt on the morning of Sept. 17 after being hit by a vehicle on Tuskawilla Road, south of Windwillow Circle, in Winter Springs, FHP said. Officials are looking for the suspect vehicle.
Ormond Beach officer shot by suspect in hospital
A suspect accused of beating an elderly couple outside Daytona College is also accused of fighting with an officer who was assigned to guard him, grabbing his gun, and shooting him in the leg. The suspect has been arrested on numerous counts and the officer is expected to be OK. The elderly couple the suspect allegedly attacked remain hospitalized and on life support, according to the arrest affidavit.
A suspect accused of beating an elderly couple outside Daytona College is also accused of fighting with an officer who was assigned to guard him, grabbing his gun, and shooting him in the leg. The suspect has been arrested on numerous counts and the officer is expected to be OK. The elderly couple the suspect allegedly attacked remain hospitalized and on life support, according to the arrest affidavit.
Man dead after shooting Monday night in Orange County, deputies say
A 32-year-old man was found dead after reports of a shooting Monday night in Orange County, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A 32-year-old man was found dead after reports of a shooting Monday night in Orange County, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Florida dog attack leaves pet facing possible paw amputation
A Florida dog is recovering, but could still lose its paw, weeks after it was attacked by another dog on the other side of a fence, according to the dog's owners.
A Florida dog is recovering, but could still lose its paw, weeks after it was attacked by another dog on the other side of a fence, according to the dog's owners.
Vickie Williams trial: Closing arguments set for Tuesday
Closing arguments are set to begin Tuesday in the trial of Vickie Williams, who is accused of killing an elderly couple in 2022 in Mount Dora. Williams' attorneys argue she was psychotic at the time of the couple's deaths. Prosecutors argue Williams knew the difference between right and wrong.
Closing arguments are set to begin Tuesday in the trial of Vickie Williams, who is accused of killing an elderly couple in 2022 in Mount Dora. Williams' attorneys argue she was psychotic at the time of the couple's deaths. Prosecutors argue Williams knew the difference between right and wrong.
Florida pup could lose paw after being attacked by dog
Brevard County Animal Control and the Brevard County Sheriff's Office are investigating a dog attack that left a 3-year-old pup hurt and at risk of losing one of its paws.
Brevard County Animal Control and the Brevard County Sheriff's Office are investigating a dog attack that left a 3-year-old pup hurt and at risk of losing one of its paws.