Billboards honoring Charlie Kirk to be displayed
A dozen new Charlie Kirk billboards will be placed across Brevard County to honor the right-wing political activist. Kirk was shot and killed as he addressed a large crowd at an outdoor debate last week at Utah Valley University.
Judge revokes bond for Florida man accused in football player’s killing
A Florida man accused of fatally shooting a local football player will remain behind bars while awaiting trial, a judge has ruled.
Toddler dead, 2 adults in critical condition after shooting
The Melbourne Police Department (MPD) is investigating a Friday night shooting at a home that left a 2-year-old dead and two adults critically injured. Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the MPD at (321) 608-6450 or to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
3 people shot, child killed in Melbourne
The Melbourne Police Department (MPD) is investigating a Friday night shooting at a home that left a 2-year-old dead and two adults critically injured. Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the MPD at (321) 608-6450 or to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
Trial begins for mother accused of killing 3-year-old
A West Melbourne mother and her boyfriend could both be put to death in the murder of a 3-year-old. The jury trial for the mother will begin on Wednesday. The boyfriend will be tried separately.
Florida woman urges caution around mosquitos after surviving dengue fever
Dengue fever cases are surfacing in Brevard County, and one Melbourne woman says her recent bout with the mosquito-borne illness was the most painful experience of her life.
Florida man accused of killing grandparents told police 'God' instructed him to do it: Affidavit
A 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his grandparents in Brevard County last week told investigators he did so because “God told him to send his grandparents to him," according to newly released court documents.
Scorching heat wave causes flight delays, weight limits across U.S.
Extreme heat is disrupting air travel across the U.S. this week, as record-setting temperatures impact both flight schedules and aircraft performance.
3 arrested in Melbourne drug bust
A drug bust led to the arrest of three people in Melbourne. The three people arrested are each facing various drug charges, and two could face life in prison due to prior convictions.
Melbourne residents can weigh in on pedestrian safety
Today, residents will meet to discuss proposed pedestrian safety changes coming to Melbourne Beach. This comes after several deadly crashes were reported in the area. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains the changes and discusses what both sides on the issue are saying.
Florida man's murder charge dropped after more than 20 years in prison
A Florida man is getting used to life on the outside after spending more than two decades in prison for a murder he didn’t commit.
Florida mom outraged after son's murder suspect remains free on bond despite upgraded charges
The mother of a 19-year-old man killed in a Mother’s Day shooting is expressing frustration with Florida’s legal process after the man accused of murdering her son remains free on bond, even after prosecutors upgraded the charges to second-degree murder.
Woman accused in deadly 2023 hit-and-run crash in Melbourne appears in court
A woman accused of fatally striking a pedestrian on Christmas night in 2023 and fleeing the scene appeared before a judge Wednesday in Brevard County after spending 18 months evading law enforcement.
Arrest made in 2023 Christmas Day hit and run that killed man in Melbourne
More than a year after a deadly hit-and-run on Christmas Day, police have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of a 23-year-old pedestrian.
Teen's prized possession returned with community help
A Melbourne teen’s bicycle, which belonged to his late father, was recently stolen. The teen's mother took to Facebook to get help locating the bike, and they were able to track it down. The family is grateful to the Melbourne community and the police department that helped them get the bicycle back.
2 people, 1 dog survive small plane crash into Indian River in Melbourne Beach, officials say
Authorities are currently investigating after a small plane crashed into the Indian River on Wednesday afternoon in Melbourne Beach.
Freight train slams into semi-truck stalled on tracks in Florida
A cargo train collided with a semi-truck stuck on the tracks early Wednesday morning in Brevard County, pushing the truck approximately 50 yards down the rails, authorities said. Remarkably, no one was injured in the crash.
Florida man turns $20 into $1 million after buying winning lottery ticket
Douglas Marby, 63, purchased a $20 Gold Rush Legacy scratch-off ticket during a trip to a Circle K along N. Wickham Road in Melbourne, and won a prize of $1 million, according to the Florida Lottery.
Melbourne city leaders to discuss shooting
Melbourne city leaders are meeting today to discuss a deadly shooting that took place over the weekend. A 19-year-old man was killed in the shooting, which took place early Sunday morning in downtown Melbourne. The victim, Nathaniel Bernard Jennings, was attending the University of Northwestern - St. Paul, a Christian university located in Minnesota, and was home in Palm Bay for summer break. He was a defensive lineman on the school's football team.
Vets helping disabled Frenchie pup walk for first time with surgery, therapy
A disabled French bulldog named Lt. Dan is undergoing surgeries and therapy in Central Florida after suffering severe leg deformities from backyard breeding.