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Central Florida widow fights for benefits after firefighter husband dies from cancer
Read full article: Central Florida widow fights for benefits after firefighter husband dies from cancerThe widow of a Melbourne firefighter is fighting for benefits she says her family is owed under Florida law.
1990 child rape evidence ‘disposed’ by Melbourne police, thwarting arrest
Read full article: 1990 child rape evidence ‘disposed’ by Melbourne police, thwarting arrestEvidence related to the 1990 rape of an 11-year-old girl was disposed by the Melbourne Police Department sometime over the past three decades, a newly released audit reveals, but the agency cannot determine when or why it was destroyed or who authorized it.
State Fire Marshal hears suggestions on drafting Florida’s first rules for storing, charging rechargeable batteries
Read full article: State Fire Marshal hears suggestions on drafting Florida’s first rules for storing, charging rechargeable batteriesFor the first time, Florida is making rules for safe use of dangerous rechargeable batteries that have become a big part of everyday life.
Australian High Court overturns law that forced scores of migrants to wear tracking bracelets
Read full article: Australian High Court overturns law that forced scores of migrants to wear tracking braceletsAustralia’s highest court has ruled that migrants can’t be forced by law to wear electronic tracking bracelets or to comply with curfews.
3 children among 4 hospitalized after car overturns in crash along I-95 in Brevard County, FHP says
Read full article: 3 children among 4 hospitalized after car overturns in crash along I-95 in Brevard County, FHP saysFlorida Highway Patrol reported injuries and blocked lanes following a crash on Interstate 95 southbound in Brevard County.
Thrills and chills at the Space Coast State Fair’s spooky season opening in Brevard County
Read full article: Thrills and chills at the Space Coast State Fair’s spooky season opening in Brevard CountyThe Space Coast State Fair is back and bigger than ever with more rides, a larger location and new ticket prices. The fair has a larger 38-acre location at 5775 Stadium Parkway in Melbourne.
Woman, 19, struck by other vehicles after exiting crashed car on I-95 near Melbourne, FHP says
Read full article: Woman, 19, struck by other vehicles after exiting crashed car on I-95 near Melbourne, FHP saysA 19-year-old Melbourne woman who died on Interstate 95 in Brevard County had been struck by multiple vehicles after exiting a car she had just crashed into a semitruck, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘No respect:’ Lower speed limit sought after 13-year-old run over, killed in Brevard
Read full article: ‘No respect:’ Lower speed limit sought after 13-year-old run over, killed in BrevardAfter a 13-year-old was run over and killed while riding a bicycle, family and neighbors are calling for changes to what they call a dangerous road.
Motorcyclist killed in Melbourne crash, passenger critically injured, police say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in Melbourne crash, passenger critically injured, police sayA motorcyclist was killed and his passenger critically injured after a crash on Saturday, according to the Melbourne Police Department.
Melbourne animal shelter seeking donation help amid cat intake
Read full article: Melbourne animal shelter seeking donation help amid cat intakeHOPE for Brevard announced that it’s expecting 70-100 cats from North Carolina next week, while also pleading for donation help as items will be sent to North Carolina.
New Melbourne police headquarters has victim interview and community rooms, K-9 kennels
Read full article: New Melbourne police headquarters has victim interview and community rooms, K-9 kennelsMelbourne, like so much of Central Florida, has grown so fast – and so has the police department, now with almost 200 officers, outgrowing its old buildings.
The Brevard Zoo plays an integral role in Indian River Lagoon restoration
Read full article: The Brevard Zoo plays an integral role in Indian River Lagoon restorationThe Brevard Zoo is a draw for visitors from across Central Florida. But one of the zoo’s core missions is to make a difference closer to home. A portion of every ticket sold goes toward the Restore Our Shores program.
Multiple political races in Brevard County with no incumbent
Read full article: Multiple political races in Brevard County with no incumbentThe election is just weeks away and politics is heating up in Brevard County. Because of term limits and a retirement, there are at least four races with no incumbent, and all the districts include Melbourne.
Huge Australian king penguin chick Pesto grows into social media star
Read full article: Huge Australian king penguin chick Pesto grows into social media starA huge king penguin chick named Pesto, who weighs as much as both his parents combined, has become a social media celebrity and a star attraction at an Australian aquarium.
Melbourne Orlando International Airport helps local economy take flight
Read full article: Melbourne Orlando International Airport helps local economy take flightFifteen years ago, when the housing market crashed and the Space Shuttle program was coming to an end, there were real concerns about the future in Melbourne.
🍎 News 6 volunteers at Melbourne Resource Center, needs help Getting Results
Read full article: 🍎 News 6 volunteers at Melbourne Resource Center, needs help Getting ResultsNews 6 staff spent hours sorting produce and donated foods at the South Brevard Sharing Center, but found there is a need for commercial-grade refrigerators to store items before they're distributed to families in need.
12 downtown Melbourne security cameras now in use following crime, homeless concerns
Read full article: 12 downtown Melbourne security cameras now in use following crime, homeless concernsOne of the major stories in Melbourne over the last few years has been safety downtown. Now, more than $100,000 has been spent on a dozen new security cameras.
Brevard County school bus driver accused of pushing student, putting hands around child’s neck
Read full article: Brevard County school bus driver accused of pushing student, putting hands around child’s neckA Brevard County school bus driver was arrested after pushing a 12-year-old student and putting his hands around the child’s neck, according to the Melbourne Police Department.
‘We have a homeless problem:’ What is Melbourne doing about it?
Read full article: ‘We have a homeless problem:’ What is Melbourne doing about it?News 6 viewers said the number of homeless people on the streets of Melbourne has risen over the last few years, and they are concerned about what is being done about it.
36-year-old Melbourne man killed in Brevard County crash, troopers say
Read full article: 36-year-old Melbourne man killed in Brevard County crash, troopers sayA 36-year-old Melbourne man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Brevard County on Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Safety plans derailed: Melbourne, Florida East Coast Railway clash over crossing upgrades
Read full article: Safety plans derailed: Melbourne, Florida East Coast Railway clash over crossing upgradesTensions are rising in Melbourne as the city tangles with Florida East Coast Railway (FEC) over proposed safety upgrades at local train crossings.
This Melbourne food pantry has been getting results for more than 50 years
Read full article: This Melbourne food pantry has been getting results for more than 50 yearsThe South Brevard Sharing Center has a long history of helping those in need. The nonprofit on Hibiscus Boulevard traces its beginnings to 1971. That’s more than 50 years in Melbourne, Florida.
Melbourne High School to become 1st in Brevard district to test new metal detectors
Read full article: Melbourne High School to become 1st in Brevard district to test new metal detectorsMelbourne High School will be the first public school in Brevard County to test out new metal detectors for students.
Australia strips medals from military commanders over Afghanistan war crime allegations
Read full article: Australia strips medals from military commanders over Afghanistan war crime allegationsAustralia's Defense Minister Richard Marles says several serving and former military commanders have been stripped of medals over allegations of war crimes committed during the Afghanistan war.
Suspect arrested in fatal shooting near Melbourne school was trying to flee to South Florida, police say
Read full article: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting near Melbourne school was trying to flee to South Florida, police sayThe suspect had been trying to flee South Florida, and he was eventually captured at a bus stop, police said.
Police officer at Melbourne middle school hears gunshots; body found at store near campus
Read full article: Police officer at Melbourne middle school hears gunshots; body found at store near campusStone Magnet Middle School in Melbourne was locked down after an officer at the school heard gunshots nearby, leading to a homicide investigation.
These are 5 of the top flea markets in Central Florida. Here’s where to find them
Read full article: These are 5 of the top flea markets in Central Florida. Here’s where to find themFlea markets can be a load of fun. And some of the state's top flea markets can be found right here in Central Florida.
Write-in candidates drop out, giving election victories to Brevard elections supervisor, tax collector
Read full article: Write-in candidates drop out, giving election victories to Brevard elections supervisor, tax collectorTwo of Brevard County’s top officials were reelected for a new term in office this week after the write-in candidates they were facing in the November election withdrew their candidacies.
Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tampering
Read full article: Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tamperingA Melbourne family has been stuck with a $12,000 electric bill after their power company discovered someone had tampered with their meter limiting how much usage was being reported.
18-year-old Palm Bay High School student faces charges after stabbing classmate, police say
Read full article: 18-year-old Palm Bay High School student faces charges after stabbing classmate, police sayAn 18-year-old student at Palm Bay High School faces charges after stabbing another student in the stomach with a pair of scissors, according to the Melbourne Police Department.
Student stabbed in stomach with scissors at Palm Bay High School; 1 arrested
Read full article: Student stabbed in stomach with scissors at Palm Bay High School; 1 arrestedPalm Bay High School was temporarily placed on lockdown on Monday afternoon after at least one person was stabbed with a pair of scissors, according to Brevard County Schools.
Man accused of attempted murder in bike theft turned stabbing, Melbourne police say
Read full article: Man accused of attempted murder in bike theft turned stabbing, Melbourne police sayA man arrested in Melbourne is accused of stabbing the owner of a bicycle that he was trying to steal, according to police.
Man opens plane's door and walks on wing at Australian airport before he's arrested
Read full article: Man opens plane's door and walks on wing at Australian airport before he's arrestedA passenger has been arrested at an Australian airport after he left a stationary airliner through an emergency exit, walked along a wing and then climbed down a jet engine to the tarmac.
Health First holds ‘urgent’ blood drive in Melbourne amid fallout of OneBlood cyberattack
Read full article: Health First holds ‘urgent’ blood drive in Melbourne amid fallout of OneBlood cyberattackAn “urgent” blood drive has been organized at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne due to the short supply of platelets following the cyberattack against OneBlood.
🛒Enter to win up to $500 in grocery gift cards from Kroger, Boost delivery membership
Read full article: 🛒Enter to win up to $500 in grocery gift cards from Kroger, Boost delivery membershipOur Insiders have spoken and we are answering the call for grocery store gift cards. Twenty winners will be chosen for this contest.
37-year-old Melbourne man killed in crash with big rig on I-95 near US-192 in Brevard County
Read full article: 37-year-old Melbourne man killed in crash with big rig on I-95 near US-192 in Brevard CountyTroopers say a man was killed when his Ford Mustang slammed into the back of a big rig on I-95 in Brevard.
10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcement
Read full article: 10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcementConn’s HomePlus, a home goods store that has been around for 134 years, has filed for bankruptcy and will be closing nearly half of its 170 stores, according to CNN.
Melbourne removes 3,600 pounds from ‘homeless camp’ under local bridge
Read full article: Melbourne removes 3,600 pounds from ‘homeless camp’ under local bridgeMayor Paul Alfrey announced that the debris had been removed from a “homeless camp” under the Apollo Boulevard bridge near Eau Gallie High School.
Woman with a gun shot by Brevard deputies, taken to hospital, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman with a gun shot by Brevard deputies, taken to hospital, sheriff saysA woman is in stable condition after being shot by a Brevard County deputy who was responding to reports of a vehicle burglary on Wednesday afternoon, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
‘Scooped us up and helped us:’ Donations aid Melbourne couple after tornado damages their 1st home
Read full article: ‘Scooped us up and helped us:’ Donations aid Melbourne couple after tornado damages their 1st homeAfter a tornado blew through neighborhoods near Sarno Road on Thursday, a couple who had just bought their first house together can no longer live in their dream home.
Man’s body recovered after going overboard from ‘homemade airboat’ in Brevard lake
Read full article: Man’s body recovered after going overboard from ‘homemade airboat’ in Brevard lakeThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said on Sunday that they recovered the body of a boater who was reported missing the previous day.
Melbourne airport police shoot, kill man who tried to breach fence, get onto plane
Read full article: Melbourne airport police shoot, kill man who tried to breach fence, get onto planeTwo Melbourne airport police officers shot a gunman who tried to breach a fence, looking to get onto a plane, Friday morning, according to Melbourne Airport Police Department Chief Renee Purden.
Man dies after shootout with officers in Melbourne, police say
Read full article: Man dies after shootout with officers in Melbourne, police sayA man was killed after he was shot “multiple times” when he fired at law enforcement officers at a Melbourne apartment complex, according to the police department.
Melbourne mayor updates ‘quiet zone’ plan amid constant train horns
Read full article: Melbourne mayor updates ‘quiet zone’ plan amid constant train hornsUpgrades must be made to railroad crossings in areas that the city of Melbourne wishes to designate as quiet zones, according to Mayor Paul Alfrey.
‘Wanna-be gang banger:’ Brevard babysitter arrested with enough fentanyl to kill thousands
Read full article: ‘Wanna-be gang banger:’ Brevard babysitter arrested with enough fentanyl to kill thousandsDeputies said that during a search of his apartment, they found "a significant amount of drugs" near two small children.
Papua New Guinea's prime minister visits the site of a landslide estimated to have killed hundreds
Read full article: Papua New Guinea's prime minister visits the site of a landslide estimated to have killed hundredsPapua New Guinea’s prime minister has visited the site of a major landslide that is estimated to have buried hundreds of villagers in the South Pacific island nation’s mountainous interior a week ago.
Mining giant BHP pledges to invest in South Africa economy as it seeks support for Anglo bid
Read full article: Mining giant BHP pledges to invest in South Africa economy as it seeks support for Anglo bidAustralian mining giant BHP Group has pledged to invest in South Africa's economy as it seeks support for a 38.6 billion pound ($49.3 billion) bid to acquire Anglo American, which was founded in the country more than a century ago and remains one of its biggest employers.
A French player at the French Open gets only a warning when his ball strikes a fan
Read full article: A French player at the French Open gets only a warning when his ball strikes a fanA French player at the French Open has been allowed to continue his first-round match without being penalized after hitting a ball angrily and accidentally striking a spectator in the stands at one of the event’s smaller courts.
Over 670 people died in a massive Papua New Guinea landslide, UN estimates, as survivors seek safety
Read full article: Over 670 people died in a massive Papua New Guinea landslide, UN estimates, as survivors seek safetyThe International Organization for Migration has increased its estimate of the death toll from a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea to more than 670.