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.

Court hearing for David Barber happening Friday

David Barber is set to appear at a court hearing on Friday morning, where his attorney is expected to argue to have the death penalty dropped. Barber is accused of kidnapping and murdering Titusville resident Jessie Kirk. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, citing the brutality and premeditated nature of the murder. However, Barber's attorney argues that intense media coverage contributes to a bias of his client.

Flooding damages motel, residents displaced

There were some areas that were hit hard in Volusia and Brevard counties following the heavy rain and storms on Tuesday. Residents are continuing to deal with flooding even after the storms have passed. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish shows the damage at The Patio Motel in Mims.

Brevard Renaissance Fair cuts ties with county. Here's why.

Organizers with the Brevard Renaissance Fair have decided not to host their festival in Brevard County, citing difficulties with county leadership. CEO Peter Moolhluizen cited challenges with the county, while the county cited code issues with a large castle-like structure and lack of rent payments.

VIDEO: Woman walking struck by vehicle in Cocoa

A woman was struck by a vehicle while walking in a neighborhood Saturday morning in Cocoa, according to FHP. FHP released surveillance video that shows the woman being struck by the vehicle, possibly by its mirror. FHP said the driver of the vehicle drove away without checking on the woman. Officials are looking for a 2004-2008 silver or gold Honda Accord. It likely has damage to its passenger side mirror and front bumper.

Florida man's murder charge dropped after more than 20 years in prison

State Attorney William Scheiner dropped a second-degree murder charge against Jeffrey C. Abramowski after new DNA evidence and the loss of key witnesses made a retrial impossible. Abramowski was originally convicted in 2006 for the killing of Cortney Crandall and had been serving a life sentence. Abramowski spoke Wednesday afternoon alongside his daughter and attorney.

Brevard Zoo welcomes 'Khan' the jaguar

The Brevard County Zoo has welcomed a new members to its family. "Khan" the jaguar comes from the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama and will be paired with another jaguar soon.

Big upgrades coming to Port Canaveral

Some big upgrades are planned for Port Canaveral in Brevard County. Port Canaveral CEO John Murray joins Good Day Orlando to talk about a $69 million expansion to expand the terminals, and well as upgrades in security and baggage handling.

Cocoa Beach ditching fireworks for drone show

The first-ever drone show is taking place tonight in Brevard County. The show is part of the city's Fourth of July celebration, which is taking place over the ocean in Cocoa Beach. However, some cities in the area have eliminated their drone shows after a tragic incident last year in Orlando.