Jesse Kirk murder: Suspect David Barber seeks to remove death penalty due to media coverage
A man accused of killing a Brevard County woman and dumping her body earlier this year is asking a judge to take the death penalty off the table, citing what his attorneys call prejudicial media coverage.
A man accused of killing a Brevard County woman and dumping her body earlier this year is asking a judge to take the death penalty off the table, citing what his attorneys call prejudicial media coverage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend with high-flying military power
Prepare for some high-speed thrills along Florida’s Space Coast as the Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend, bringing elite military jets and local pride back to the skies.
Prepare for some high-speed thrills along Florida’s Space Coast as the Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend, bringing elite military jets and local pride back to the skies.
NASA, SpaceX prepare for Crew-11 mission to International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch a new crew to the International Space Station later this month as part of their ongoing partnership under the Commercial Crew Program.
NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch a new crew to the International Space Station later this month as part of their ongoing partnership under the Commercial Crew Program.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
3-year-old boy shot in the arm, flown to hospital, sheriff's office says
A 3‑year‑old boy was airlifted with life‑threatening injuries after a midday shooting Monday in North Mims.
A 3‑year‑old boy was airlifted with life‑threatening injuries after a midday shooting Monday in North Mims.
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.
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.
Florida pharmacist arrested for DUI after allegedly hitting 3 pedestrians, 1 that might lose leg
A Florida pharmacist has been arrested after he allegedly drove under the influence and crashed into several people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated.
A Florida pharmacist has been arrested after he allegedly drove under the influence and crashed into several people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated.
Florida restaurant owners accused of scamming the elderly across country
A Florida couple who own a sushi restaurant in Rockledge are accused of scamming seniors out of thousands of dollars across multiple states, according to police in Wisconsin who have been investigating the case since 2023.
A Florida couple who own a sushi restaurant in Rockledge are accused of scamming seniors out of thousands of dollars across multiple states, according to police in Wisconsin who have been investigating the case since 2023.
Object crashes through windshield, nearly hits driver in freak accident on I-95
A Florida woman says she’s lucky to be alive after a piece of metal came crashing through her windshield while driving on Interstate 95, narrowly missing her in what authorities are calling a freak accident.
A Florida woman says she’s lucky to be alive after a piece of metal came crashing through her windshield while driving on Interstate 95, narrowly missing her in what authorities are calling a freak accident.
Stranger’s generosity helps Florida landscaper replace stolen trailer
A Central Florida landscaper is back on his feet after a stranger donated a brand-new trailer to replace the one stolen from his home — all thanks to a local news report that sparked an unexpected act of kindness.
A Central Florida landscaper is back on his feet after a stranger donated a brand-new trailer to replace the one stolen from his home — all thanks to a local news report that sparked an unexpected act of kindness.
Artemis booster explosion: NASA, Northrop Grumman investigate unexpected results during rocket test
Officials are investigating an unexpected explosion that occurred during a solid rocket booster test in Utah last week, raising questions about a key component of the Artemis moon missions.
Officials are investigating an unexpected explosion that occurred during a solid rocket booster test in Utah last week, raising questions about a key component of the Artemis moon missions.
SpaceX to launch Falcon 9 rocket with 27 Starlink satellites from Florida
SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 27 Starlink satellites in the early hours of Saturday morning from Florida's Space Coast.
SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 27 Starlink satellites in the early hours of Saturday morning from Florida's Space Coast.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida
SpaceX launched 27 Starlink satellites on Wednesday afternoon from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
SpaceX launched 27 Starlink satellites on Wednesday afternoon from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.