New brush fire burns in 'The Compound'
A new brush fire sparked Wednesday afternoon within "The Compound," a large amount of undeveloped land in Palm Bay. it comes a day after nine separate fires burned 160 acres within the same area. Officials now believe those fires were intentionally set and are working to launch an investigation.
A new brush fire sparked Wednesday afternoon within "The Compound," a large amount of undeveloped land in Palm Bay. it comes a day after nine separate fires burned 160 acres within the same area. Officials now believe those fires were intentionally set and are working to launch an investigation.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket with communications satellite
After unfavorable weather caused a delay, SpaceX on Wednesday launched its Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida's Space Coast. The rocket was carrying a ViaSat-3 communications satellite into orbit.
After unfavorable weather caused a delay, SpaceX on Wednesday launched its Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida's Space Coast. The rocket was carrying a ViaSat-3 communications satellite into orbit.
Growing concerns over potential future teen takeovers in Orange County
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
Woman scammed out of $34K for fake Kenny Chesney tour
A group contacted a Florida woman who commented on a song post, offering her to be an investor for Kenny Chesney concerts, an arrest report said. Now, Volusia County deputies mailed checks, but was soon out over $34,000.
A group contacted a Florida woman who commented on a song post, offering her to be an investor for Kenny Chesney concerts, an arrest report said. Now, Volusia County deputies mailed checks, but was soon out over $34,000.
Palm Bay's The Compound fire reaches 100% containment
Following an hours long attempt to put out nine brush fires at The Compound in Palm Bay, fire crews reached 100% containment just before 11 p.m. on April 28. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Following an hours long attempt to put out nine brush fires at The Compound in Palm Bay, fire crews reached 100% containment just before 11 p.m. on April 28. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Nine brush fires raging at Palm Bay's The Compound
Nine separate fires burned in West Palm Bay, at The Compound on April 28, in what officials are calling "suspicious." While the cause of the fire is under investigation, police say they believe the fires were intentionally set.
Nine separate fires burned in West Palm Bay, at The Compound on April 28, in what officials are calling "suspicious." While the cause of the fire is under investigation, police say they believe the fires were intentionally set.
New safety crosswalk upgrades coming to Mills 50 District
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
Orange County officials ask parents to prevent future teen takeovers
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
No injuries, home damaged in 160-acre fire at Palm Bay's The Compound
Despite fire hotspots at The Compound on April 28, Palm Bay's mayor said the fire is pushing toward the marshes and away from homes. Though the cause of the fires are under investigation, authorities believe they were possibly set on purpose.
Despite fire hotspots at The Compound on April 28, Palm Bay's mayor said the fire is pushing toward the marshes and away from homes. Though the cause of the fires are under investigation, authorities believe they were possibly set on purpose.
Brevard County teacher faces termination after alleged relationship with student
A Brevard County teacher is facing termination after she's accused of having sexual relationship with one of her students. Kirsten Rose, a math teacher at Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School, is on administrative leave.
A Brevard County teacher is facing termination after she's accused of having sexual relationship with one of her students. Kirsten Rose, a math teacher at Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School, is on administrative leave.
Kissimmee commissioner faces second impeachment in one month
A Kissimmee commissioner facing her second impeachment in one month is calling accusations against her "politically motivated" as elections draw nearer. Now, Janette Martinez claims the accusations of using her power to benefit a close friend are false.
A Kissimmee commissioner facing her second impeachment in one month is calling accusations against her "politically motivated" as elections draw nearer. Now, Janette Martinez claims the accusations of using her power to benefit a close friend are false.
Necropsy reports explain deaths of 52 sloths for 'Sloth World'
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
Brevard Zoo bear, Rickie, returns after being released into the wild
Rickie is back home at the Brevard Zoo. This comes after she stayed almost 10 months at the zoo, was released and humans fed her in the wild. Now, Rickie is back, and to stay.
Rickie is back home at the Brevard Zoo. This comes after she stayed almost 10 months at the zoo, was released and humans fed her in the wild. Now, Rickie is back, and to stay.
Crash scheme? Man arrested for allegedly staging crash
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
Chaos at ICON Park: Thousands of Florida teens 'takeover' public space
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
52 sloths die in Orlando Sloth World investigation, reports say
52 sloths have died while under the care of Sloth World -- a sloth exhibit that was set to open in Orlando. Following the deaths of over 50 sloths, those that were found alive remain under the care of the Central Florida zoo for rehabilitation.
52 sloths have died while under the care of Sloth World -- a sloth exhibit that was set to open in Orlando. Following the deaths of over 50 sloths, those that were found alive remain under the care of the Central Florida zoo for rehabilitation.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis adds more GOP seats in congress redistricting map
In a proposed re-drawing of congressional seats in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis created four more GOP seats. The new maps could be up for a vote in both chambers by Wednesday, April 29.
In a proposed re-drawing of congressional seats in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis created four more GOP seats. The new maps could be up for a vote in both chambers by Wednesday, April 29.
Geico notifies insurance holders of suspended licenses by accident
Multiple Florida residents received letters removing their driving privileges due to no longer being insured. Now, Geico said the letter sent to insurance holders was due to an accidental reporting issue on their end. Geico is now working to correct the affected records.
Multiple Florida residents received letters removing their driving privileges due to no longer being insured. Now, Geico said the letter sent to insurance holders was due to an accidental reporting issue on their end. Geico is now working to correct the affected records.
Video: Deputies respond to driver hitting child with car on beach
A three-year-old child is recovering after being hit by a jeep driver on the beach. The driver, Brock Winkler, 36, of Lakeland, is accused of having several alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel. In released body camera footage, Winkler could be seen telling deputies he wasn't driving anywhere.
A three-year-old child is recovering after being hit by a jeep driver on the beach. The driver, Brock Winkler, 36, of Lakeland, is accused of having several alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel. In released body camera footage, Winkler could be seen telling deputies he wasn't driving anywhere.