Florida veteran says he was denied Uber ride because of service dog: 'Slapped in the face'

A Central Florida veteran says an Uber driver refused to take him to the airport, claiming his service dog needed a muzzle and that pets weren’t allowed — a move the company says violates both federal law and its own policy.

Heavy rains cause flooding along Florida's Space Coast
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Several inches of rain have fallen in parts of Florida's Space Coast, causing flooding in several neighborhoods.

Cocoa Beach may adopt new sound ordinance
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Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase ?quiet hours? in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don?t see the events as a bother.

Man confessed to drugging children
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A food truck worker was arrested for child porn after he allegedly admitted to drugging children with benedryl

Bobcat appears to be starved, injured
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Neighbors and animal rescue volunteers are trying to save a bobcat on the brink of death. They stumbled into Merilee Hanson?s Rockledge backyard on Tuesday. She noticed it looked it was starving, and its leg was severely fractured. The bobcat eluded rescuers for two days, but they haven?t given up. The Wild Florida Rescue team says finding the injured animal in the Pine Cove neighborhood is like finding a needle in a haystack. Volunteers set out new traps with fresh food and will check them on Thursday. Neighbors want to see the bobcat out of its misery.

Melbourne homes riddled with bullets
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One person was injured in a shooting and three homes were riddled with bullets after gunfire rang out in a Melbourne, Florida neighborhood

Bar owners upset over proposed ordinance
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Business owners in Melbourne are not happy about an ordinance proposed by the city that would require bars and restaurants to obtain a special permit for $500 to stay open past 11 p.m.

Woman sentenced in beating death of child
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The girlfriend of a man who beat his 12-year-old son to death has been sentenced for not reporting the crime.

Darts & axe throwing: Welcome to The Backyard
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Looking for a place to hang out with friends? Head over to The Backyard in Palm Shores. You'll find all the backyard games to play, including axe throwing, darts, mini golf, corn hole, shuffleboard, archery, curling, and indoor Bocce Ball. FOX 35's David Martin recently stopped by to check in on all the fun.

The Backyard offers food, drinks & endless fun
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David Martin visits The Backyard in Brevard County, which offers food, drinks and fun games.

Downtown Melbourne could see big changes
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The City of Melbourne, Florida is working with business owners to crack down on crime and make it more appealing for visitors. The city is considering revamping New Haven Ave. and is soliciting feedback on ordinance changes regarding the sale of alcohol.

Family mourns teen girl killed in Cocoa shooting
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Ka?Ryah Duncan, 15, was killed in an ambush shooting earlier this week, according to the Brevard County Sheriff?s Office (BCSO). Two others were injured when the gunmen, who is still on the loose, opened fire outside a restaurant. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares how the community and family are remembering Duncan.

3 people hurt in Cocoa ambush-style shooting
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Three people have been taken to the hospital after an apparent targeted shooting in Brevard County, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. Ivey described the shooting as an "ambush" and believes it may have been retaliatory for an unknown reason between the suspected shooters and victims. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz fills us in on the latest details in the ongoing investigation.

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey on Cocoa shooting: Press conference
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Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey provides an update on a shooting that happened Monday afternoon in Cooca. Sheriff Ivey said 3 people were shot and taken to the hospital. He described the shooting as "an ambush" and believes the suspected shooters and victims knew each other. He also said it appears the shooting may have been retaliatory for something, though that was still under investigation.

'Multiple victims' in Brevard County shooting: Sheriff's office
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There are "multiple victims" related to a shooting Monday afternoon in Cocoa, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office. A spokesperson for BCSO confirmed the shooting happened in the area of Clearlake Road and Minnie Street.

High tide, heavy rain worrying neighbors in Indian River
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FOX 35 visited the Oak Point Retirement Community on Monday to see how neighbors were dealing with the heavy rain and flooding threat. Homes at the top of the park are safe, but the road goes downhill near the Indian River. Properties right on the water are dealing with flooding, and the road became part of the river on Monday. Water pooled in minutes, and all residents can do is hope it recedes.

Palm Bay City Council moves to censure member
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Palm Bay Council Member Chandler Langevin is facing backlash over comments he made on Indian Americans and immigration. The city council voted to censure Langevin, remove him from city boards and ask Gov. Ron DeSantis to suspend him. Langevin refuses to resign and says he will only leave if the governor acts. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the latest updates in the controversy.

Can't catch a break: Mims residents worried about flooding
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People who live along the Florida Coastline have been pumping water all day as heavy rains hit the area causing some flooding.

Florida Super Speeder Law: 50 arrests in Central Florida
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It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.