Florida murder suspect freed after more than 20 years in prison
A man who has been behind bars for 23 years is now free. He bonded out of jail after a judge overturned his murder conviction, and he will now get a new trial. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay talks about how the case came down to DNA evidence.
A man who has been behind bars for 23 years is now free. He bonded out of jail after a judge overturned his murder conviction, and he will now get a new trial. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay talks about how the case came down to DNA evidence.
Palm Bay discusses plans to transform problem 'compound'
The City of Palm Bay is meeting tonight to discuss a plan to turn an area of abandoned property, known as "The Compound," into a positive development for the community. FOX 35's Esther Bower breaks down what's on the table for the area of concern.
The City of Palm Bay is meeting tonight to discuss a plan to turn an area of abandoned property, known as "The Compound," into a positive development for the community. FOX 35's Esther Bower breaks down what's on the table for the area of concern.
Florida murder conviction overturned after more than 19 years
A Florida man sentenced to life in prison for a murder charge will get a new trial. He's accused of a brutal murder in 2002 in Brevard County and has been behind bars since then. Now, his lawyer says that new DNA evidence does not place his client at the crime scene.
A Florida man sentenced to life in prison for a murder charge will get a new trial. He's accused of a brutal murder in 2002 in Brevard County and has been behind bars since then. Now, his lawyer says that new DNA evidence does not place his client at the crime scene.
Florida mail carrier accused of drinking on job
A Brevard County mail carrier is accused of drinking alcohol out of a red Solo cup while driving a mail truck. Police say Katelyne Dye was swerving in and out of lanes and even driving into oncoming traffic. She has now been arrested and is facing DUI charges.
A Brevard County mail carrier is accused of drinking alcohol out of a red Solo cup while driving a mail truck. Police say Katelyne Dye was swerving in and out of lanes and even driving into oncoming traffic. She has now been arrested and is facing DUI charges.
New Cocoa Beach Catamaran Sailing Cruises on Banana River
Today, FOX 35's David Martin heads over to check out the new Cocoa Beach Catamaran Sailing Cruises on the Banana River. All of the organization's sails can be reserved as private events for up to 38 guests, and the trips are fully customizable up to four hours.
Today, FOX 35's David Martin heads over to check out the new Cocoa Beach Catamaran Sailing Cruises on the Banana River. All of the organization's sails can be reserved as private events for up to 38 guests, and the trips are fully customizable up to four hours.
Brevard School Board member speaks on misbehaving teachers
Brevard Public Schools District 4 School Board Member Matt Susin joins FOX 35 to talk about several teachers and administrators in the area not behaving appropriately. This comes after Karly Anderson, the teacher arrested after being intoxicated at a high school party in January, returned to the classroom. She returned to the classroom on Monday. However, on the same day new bodycam footage was released. The Brevard County School District then removed her from the classroom.
Brevard Public Schools District 4 School Board Member Matt Susin joins FOX 35 to talk about several teachers and administrators in the area not behaving appropriately. This comes after Karly Anderson, the teacher arrested after being intoxicated at a high school party in January, returned to the classroom. She returned to the classroom on Monday. However, on the same day new bodycam footage was released. The Brevard County School District then removed her from the classroom.
SpaceX Starlink launch scrubbed again
SpaceX has pushed back its Starlink launch again. Liftoff was rescheduled for 1 a.m., but it got scrubbed. The company will now launch the Falcon 9 rocket tonight, with the window opening at 8:53 p.m. Another batch of Starlink satellites is also expected to launch Sunday night.
SpaceX has pushed back its Starlink launch again. Liftoff was rescheduled for 1 a.m., but it got scrubbed. The company will now launch the Falcon 9 rocket tonight, with the window opening at 8:53 p.m. Another batch of Starlink satellites is also expected to launch Sunday night.
Florida teacher’s dismissal over use of student’s preferred name, sparks protests
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
Brevard County sheriff creates music video on highway safety
The Brevard County sheriff is taking a creative approach to highway safety. He recently made a farm-inspired video that herd's drivers toward safer choices. He says the video may be "udderly ridiculous," but its message is important.
The Brevard County sheriff is taking a creative approach to highway safety. He recently made a farm-inspired video that herd's drivers toward safer choices. He says the video may be "udderly ridiculous," but its message is important.
School district sticks by decision after teacher loses job
The Brevard County School District says it's sticking by Florida law and not renewing a teacher's contract after she called a student by their preferred name without parental approval. The decision has sparked protests by students, but the district says there are consequences for actions.
The Brevard County School District says it's sticking by Florida law and not renewing a teacher's contract after she called a student by their preferred name without parental approval. The decision has sparked protests by students, but the district says there are consequences for actions.
Florida teacher to lose job for calling student by 'preferred' name: Latest updates
A Florida high school teacher is set to lose her job after allegedly addressing a student by a name other than their legal one, according to Brevard Public Schools.
A Florida high school teacher is set to lose her job after allegedly addressing a student by a name other than their legal one, according to Brevard Public Schools.
Florida man arrested after allegedly attacking Subway employee
The man accused of attacking two workers at a Subway restaurant on Merritt Island has been arrested. Brevard County deputies say Edward Cocaine is now behind bars and facing charges of aggravated assault and armed occupied burglary. He is expected to appear in court later today.
The man accused of attacking two workers at a Subway restaurant on Merritt Island has been arrested. Brevard County deputies say Edward Cocaine is now behind bars and facing charges of aggravated assault and armed occupied burglary. He is expected to appear in court later today.
Florida shrimpers say Trump's new international tariffs could save their industry
Shrimpers on the Space Coast are thankful for President Trump’s new international tariffs.
Shrimpers on the Space Coast are thankful for President Trump’s new international tariffs.
Community rallies in support of McNair Middle School
McNair Magnet Middle School in Brevard County is facing an uncertain future due to its low enrollment numbers. The community is prepared to discuss solutions for the school during public comment at a School Board meeting tonight.
McNair Magnet Middle School in Brevard County is facing an uncertain future due to its low enrollment numbers. The community is prepared to discuss solutions for the school during public comment at a School Board meeting tonight.
Dog allegedly starved to death in Brevard County
Deputies are investigating after a dog was allegedly starved to death in Brevard County. A local animal rescue tried to save the pup, but time ran out. Investigators are working to learn who killed the dog.
Deputies are investigating after a dog was allegedly starved to death in Brevard County. A local animal rescue tried to save the pup, but time ran out. Investigators are working to learn who killed the dog.
Alleged burglar caught on camera, busted in Brevard County
A suspected burglar has been busted in Brevard County. Police say the man broke into at least four businesses in Titusville, and they were all caught on camera. FOX 35's Esther Bower explains how officers tracked him down.
A suspected burglar has been busted in Brevard County. Police say the man broke into at least four businesses in Titusville, and they were all caught on camera. FOX 35's Esther Bower explains how officers tracked him down.
Affordable 'space burials' for cremated remains offered by Florida-based Space Beyond
Space Beyond, a Central Florida-based company founded by former Blue Origin manager Ryan Mitchell, is offering a more affordable option for sending cremated remains into orbit.
Space Beyond, a Central Florida-based company founded by former Blue Origin manager Ryan Mitchell, is offering a more affordable option for sending cremated remains into orbit.
Florida's DOGE being requested in Cocoa Beach
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
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.
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.