Company works to make sending ashes to space more affordable
Sending ashes to space isn't a new concept, but one company says they are making it more affordable. A local business claims they can send your loved ones off to their final resting place for a fraction of the previous costs. FOX 35's Matt Trezza meets with Ryan Mitchell, Space Beyond founder, to find out how.
Sending ashes to space isn't a new concept, but one company says they are making it more affordable. A local business claims they can send your loved ones off to their final resting place for a fraction of the previous costs. FOX 35's Matt Trezza meets with Ryan Mitchell, Space Beyond founder, to find out how.
Space sickness hits crew aboard SpaceX Fram2 mission
The SpaceX Fram2 polar mission is off to a rocky start. These travelers have never been to space before, and they are having a hard time adjusting. They all got motion sickness!
The SpaceX Fram2 polar mission is off to a rocky start. These travelers have never been to space before, and they are having a hard time adjusting. They all got motion sickness!
Florida officers surprised by loose emu bird call
Police in Palm Bay were shocked when they received a call Tuesday about a loose emu bird on the run. It took at least three officers to round up the giant bird.
Police in Palm Bay were shocked when they received a call Tuesday about a loose emu bird on the run. It took at least three officers to round up the giant bird.
Giant bald eagle found on side of Volusia County road dies from extreme injuries
A giant injured bald eagle who was unable to fly and suffering from notable injuries was rescued from the side of the road by Volusia County Animal Services on Tuesday. Sadly, the bird did not survive.
A giant injured bald eagle who was unable to fly and suffering from notable injuries was rescued from the side of the road by Volusia County Animal Services on Tuesday. Sadly, the bird did not survive.
SpaceX Fram2 Mission: Historic launch of first human flight over Earth’s polar regions
SpaceX successfully launched another historic mission — this time, the Fram2, which will be the first human spaceflight to the Earth’s polar regions.
SpaceX successfully launched another historic mission — this time, the Fram2, which will be the first human spaceflight to the Earth’s polar regions.
The FRAM2 mission will make history. Here's how.
Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems at Florida Institute of Technology and the director of the Spaceport Education Center, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the FRAM2 mission, how it will make history and what scientists hope to learn from its polar orbit. SpaceX is targeting tonight for the crewed mission's launch.
Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems at Florida Institute of Technology and the director of the Spaceport Education Center, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the FRAM2 mission, how it will make history and what scientists hope to learn from its polar orbit. SpaceX is targeting tonight for the crewed mission's launch.
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Florida on Monday afternoon.
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Florida on Monday afternoon.
4-day mission could unlock new area in space
Four space explorers will blast off from the Space Coast next week as part of a mission that could unlock a new area in space. It's a four-day mission called "Fram2."
Four space explorers will blast off from the Space Coast next week as part of a mission that could unlock a new area in space. It's a four-day mission called "Fram2."
Astronauts will need to stretch supplies after damaged capsule
NASA has said that they cannot send any new supplies to astronauts aboard the International Space Station because of a damaged capsule. The cargo capsule was damaged on its way to Florida. NASA says it can't fly, which means it may take a while for more food to make it to space.
NASA has said that they cannot send any new supplies to astronauts aboard the International Space Station because of a damaged capsule. The cargo capsule was damaged on its way to Florida. NASA says it can't fly, which means it may take a while for more food to make it to space.
Officials searching for injured black bear in Altamonte Springs
The search is on for an injured black bear in Seminole County. Wildlife officials said the bear was spotted in Altamonte Springs with a big wound under its arm. Officials have posted door hangers on houses in the area, warning locals of the injured bear and asking them to reach out if they spot the animal.
The search is on for an injured black bear in Seminole County. Wildlife officials said the bear was spotted in Altamonte Springs with a big wound under its arm. Officials have posted door hangers on houses in the area, warning locals of the injured bear and asking them to reach out if they spot the animal.
Florida angler attempts to save great blue heron ensnared in fishing line
A Central Florida angler spotted a great blue heron entangled in fishing line at Herschel King Park.
A Central Florida angler spotted a great blue heron entangled in fishing line at Herschel King Park.
SpaceX rocket to launch classified NROL-69 mission from Florida: How to watch live
SpaceX is gearing up for the NROL-69 mission launch from Florida on Monday afternoon.
SpaceX is gearing up for the NROL-69 mission launch from Florida on Monday afternoon.
Push to move NASA's headquarters to Central Florida
NASA's headquarters could soon be moved to Central Florida if Sen. Ashley Moody gets her way. Moody is co-sponsoring a bill that would move the headquarters to the Space Coast in Brevard County. Today, she spoke about why that move should be made.
NASA's headquarters could soon be moved to Central Florida if Sen. Ashley Moody gets her way. Moody is co-sponsoring a bill that would move the headquarters to the Space Coast in Brevard County. Today, she spoke about why that move should be made.
Cuteness alert! FWC researchers track, care for rare Florida panther cubs
Florida wildlife officials checked on three Florida panther cubs, less than a month old, as part of conservation efforts.
Florida wildlife officials checked on three Florida panther cubs, less than a month old, as part of conservation efforts.
OSS students place second in competition at Harvard
Students at the Orlando Science School recently finished in second place at Harvard University's Science Olympiad Competition. The middle schoolers from the OSS Lynx Campus competed with 39 other science teams in the Olympiad, which tested kids on a variety of topics, including meteorology and physiology.
Students at the Orlando Science School recently finished in second place at Harvard University's Science Olympiad Competition. The middle schoolers from the OSS Lynx Campus competed with 39 other science teams in the Olympiad, which tested kids on a variety of topics, including meteorology and physiology.
Alligator attacks kayakers in Osceola County
FOX 35 News is learning more about a gator attack that happened earlier this month near Poinciana in the Tiger Creek Canal, where two kayakers were bitten by an alligator.
FOX 35 News is learning more about a gator attack that happened earlier this month near Poinciana in the Tiger Creek Canal, where two kayakers were bitten by an alligator.
Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore return to Earth: What's next
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have safely returned to Earth after an unexpected nine-month mission in space. Zac Aubert, founder of The Launch Pad Network, explains the recovery process and how long it will take for them to adjust back to life on Earth.
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have safely returned to Earth after an unexpected nine-month mission in space. Zac Aubert, founder of The Launch Pad Network, explains the recovery process and how long it will take for them to adjust back to life on Earth.
NASA, SpaceX successfully return astronauts after nearly 10-month delay: 'Lesson learned'
NASA and SpaceX successfully brought the Starliner duo back to earth after eight days turned into nearly 10 months for two test pilots.
NASA and SpaceX successfully brought the Starliner duo back to earth after eight days turned into nearly 10 months for two test pilots.
Video: Dolphins swim near SpaceX's Dragon capsule with Crew-9 inside, moments after splashdown
A very Florida welcome home for NASA and SpaceX's Crew-9. Some curious dolphins seemingly wanted to give a personal “welcome home" to the Crew-9 astronauts, moments after they splashed down off the coast of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
A very Florida welcome home for NASA and SpaceX's Crew-9. Some curious dolphins seemingly wanted to give a personal “welcome home" to the Crew-9 astronauts, moments after they splashed down off the coast of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
NASA's long-overdue astronauts return to Earth
Two astronauts, who spent more than nine months in orbit after a bungled Boeing test flight, have finally said goodbye to their orbiting home.
Two astronauts, who spent more than nine months in orbit after a bungled Boeing test flight, have finally said goodbye to their orbiting home.