A passenger onboard a small plane that crashed into the ocean on Tuesday is sharing her story of survival.

Eleven people who survived a plane crash about 50 miles off the Florida coast were on a life raft for hours and had no idea anyone was coming to save them when rescue crews from the U.S. military arrived.

What started as a routine training mission quickly became a real recuse operation when the 920th Rescue Wing learned of a possible downed aircraft in the Atlantic Ocean.

Venus Williams will play in the women’s doubles at the French Open this month together with Hailey Baptiste, who is 21 years her junior.

The U.S. Coast Guard jumped into action on Tuesday afternoon after a plane crashed near Melbourne, according to USCG officials.

Three women have been refused bail when they appeared in courts charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group.

Orlando and central Florida are set for another round of summer-like heat heading into the weekend, with forecast highs in the low to mid-90s and increased chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.

A recent study shows that two destructive termites are spreading much farther throughout the state than experts initially predicted.

This month, Walmart announced plans to remodel nearly 60 stores across the Sunshine State as part of an ongoing modernization initiative, according to the company.

A Florida state park was set on fire, deputies say, by an arsonist dressed like a pirate, armed with a tiki torch and samurai sword.

Almost two years after Brevard Public Schools started putting metal detectors in all high schools, the district is now preparing to put metal detectors in all 12 middle schools.

The crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.

The crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.

At Movable Roots in Melbourne, workers have been building custom modular homes for a decade. Now, crooks are trying to cash in on that success.

This week, several Publix associates were seen laboring near the coast of Central Florida.

The Florida Scrub-Jay is a blue-and-gray songbird and the only bird species found exclusively in Florida. That “only in Florida” detail is what makes it so special—and also what makes it vulnerable. If their habitat disappears here, they don’t have a backup plan somewhere else.

U.S. News & World Report has revealed its latest list of the best places to retire in 2026.

Controversy over a new fire station is back in the spotlight nine months after some neighbors thought it was all over and they won.

From Jeeps to jazz, it’s a weekend full of fun across Central Florida.

A new documentary about NASA astronaut Eileen Collins, titled Spacewoman, recently had a major screening event in Melbourne, Florida. Anchor Ginger Gadsden sat down with Collins to talk about her journey from food stamps to the final frontier.

Police in Melbourne are investigating the discovery of a body in the Intracoastal Waterway on Tuesday.

A Melbourne man was put behind bars this week after he was accused of beating up a chihuahua, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.

Two months after a 74-year-old ran in his 31st and tragically final half-marathon, the driver police say drove into the runner’s lane on US-1 and killed Albert ‘AJ’ Swann is now behind bars.

A slow-moving, nearly stationary front combined with an area of low pressure brought days of soaking rain from April 6–9 2026, likely putting a decent dent in the ongoing rainfall deficit. The highest impacts being felt along the coast.

The Space Coast is getting some Broadway premieres for the upcoming season at The King Center for the Performing Arts, which is celebrating its 38th anniversary.

A manatee’s journey from a storm drain to the open water captivated a community. And for one Melbourne Beach family, it became something even more personal.

The Broadway tour of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man” will be performed at the King Center on April 12-13. The musical follows Harold Hill, a traveling salesman who tries to con the people of River City, Iowa, by promising to form a boys’ band, but his plans are foiled when he falls for the town librarian, Marian. The show features well-known songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” and “‘Till There Was You.”

The pair told officers they covered the animal with the sheet after learning that possessing an alligator is illegal in Florida, FWC said.

Australia’s most decorated living veteran, Ben Roberts-Smith, faces war crime charges on allegations that he killed five unarmed Afghans while serving in Afghanistan from 2009 to 2012.

Clifford Owen Long, 37, was indicted by a Brevard County grand jury for the 2025 shooting death of 2-year-old Bles’syn Lightner and the attempted murders of her grandparents in South Melbourne.

Australia is considering bringing court action against Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube after alleging they are not doing enough to keep Australian children younger than 16 off their platforms.

Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Monte Carlo Masters after having skipped the Miami Open with a right shoulder injury.

On shelves crammed with cuddly toy native animals in an Australian airport gift shop, one fluffy possum stood out because its brown eyes were moving.

Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Miami Open with a right shoulder injury, tournament officials have announced.

Last week, seven more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Cadillac’s new Formula One team says its first race in Australia proves it belongs on the grid, even after a rough result.

Max Verstappen has been cleared by Formula 1’s medical team after X-rays on his hands following his crash in qualifying that will see him start from 20th place on the grid in Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix.

Formula One appears to have delayed a decision until later this month on whether to cancel its races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in April which have been placed in doubt due to the Iran war.

Isack Hadjar has no lack of confidence going into his debut season at Red Bull Racing, despite having arguably the most difficult ride in Formula 1.

One of the most anticipated developments in Brevard County finally has an update after a couple years of its construction site remaining dormant.

Aston Martin has predicted it is unlikely to finish Formula 1’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix without its drivers risking permanent nerve damage.

Former U.S. Open tennis champion Daniil Medvedev has indicated he’s one of what the ATP Tour calls “a small number of players and team members” stuck in Dubai as the war in the Middle East causes a widespread travel shutdown.

Melbourne High School is adding another method to combat student vaping at the school.

Firefighters got a five-acre brush fire under control Thursday in central Brevard County, which burned near a church and a school in the Palm Shores area.

At least two homes were evacuated in the Mims area due to a vegetation fire that was sparked by a fatal crash on Interstate 95, according to a Brevard County spokesperson.

The city of Melbourne has officially named Shane Leech as its new fire chief.

Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, the musical earned 12 Tony nominations, including an eventual best actress winning trophy for Adrienne Warren in the title role.

In an email to parents, the school principal wrote that the ongoing vaping problems on campus have sparked "environmental concerns in student restrooms."

Unbeknownst to the owners, 80 to 100 teenagers showed up to their Melbourne gated, waterfront Airbnb, police said, for a house party with alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine.

2024 U.S. Open runner-up Jessica Pegula will lead a new 13-person panel to recommend changes to the women’s tennis calendar, rankings points rules and the requirements about competing in certain events.

Max Verstappen says it is “no fun” to drive Formula 1’s new cars and sweeping changes for 2026 mean it no longer feels like F1.

Melbourne police continue to search for a man accused of attacking officers outside a hospital before escaping custody.

The latest report may seem bad enough, but experts warn that there's something even worse yet to come.

The International Tennis Hall of Fame says Roger Federer’s induction ceremony sold out in two minutes.

The Space Coast Food & Wine Festival returned to Downtown Melbourne’s waterfront with top local restaurants, cocktails and bites from favorites like Chez Quan, Crush XI, Meg O’Malley’s and Fuego + Salt — and it’s already building buzz for next year.

A judge rules that a Brevard County woman who claims police mishandled a sexual battery investigation after she was raped as a child in 1990 can pursue a negligence lawsuit against the City of Melbourne.

Carlos Alcaraz completed a career Grand Slam of singles victories with his Australian Open title, but there was some solace for the man he defeated, 24-time Grand Slam singles champion Novak Djokovic.

Carlos Alcaraz thinks he might get a small kangaroo tattooed on one leg.

A bitter start this morning, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s across the area

A man died after the pickup truck he was driving through Melbourne crashed into a concrete pole, according to police.

A missing child alert was issued early Friday for a 16-year-old boy in Brevard County.

Coco Gauff has shattered her racket in frustration after losing to Elina Svitolina in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

Parts of Australia have sweltered in record temperatures close to 50 degrees Celsius or 122 Fahrenheit during a prolonged heat wave.

Learner Tien's tennis trajectory has risen under Michael Chang's guidance.

One minute, it was Jessica Pegula eliminating Madison Keys, the defending champion at the Australian Open, from the tournament.

Novak Djokovic has advanced to the Australian Open quarterfinals after Jakub Mensik withdrew from their fourth-round match because of an abdominal injury.

Jannik Sinner made a dramatic comeback at the Australian Open, overcoming cramps and getting benefit from the tournament's extreme heat policy to beat Eliot Spizzirri.

Naomi Osaka has toned down her walk-on outfit and turned up the heat in a second-round win over Sorana Cirstea at the Australian Open.

No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 3 Coco Gauff have advanced to the third round of the Australian Open.

Naomi Osaka has made a fashion statement and quite an entrance to the Australian Open.

With a very offbeat style of play and even more unique body art, Oleksandra Oliynykova stood out in her Australian Open loss to defending champion Madision Keys.

Priscilla Hon has helped her Canadian opponent Marina Stakusic leave the court in a wheelchair during the Australian Open.

Iga Świątek acknowledges she has room for improvement in her quest for an Australian Open title to complete a career Grand Slam.

Zeynep Sönmez has stopped a game to help an ailing ballkid during her first-round win over Ekaterina Alexandrova at the Australian Open.

Corentin Moutet uses an underarm serve on match point to secure his first-round victory at the Australian Open.

Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz fulfilled expectations on Day 1 of the Australian Open that attracted a record 100,000-plus fans to Melbourne Park.

The Australian Open's first formal opening ceremony turned into a Roger Federer celebration.

Many locations experienced multiple hours at or below 32 degrees, making this a rare and impactful cold snap for the region.

The 1 Point Slam isn’t likely to be a one-hit wonder.

Roger Federer is on a long-belated farewell tour at the Australian Open, which he dubbed the “Happy Slam” during his playing days.

Coco Gauff and Venus Williams could meet in the second round of the Australian Open.

There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.

A new bill filed this week could redesignate 40 different roadways across the state after slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Nick Kyrgios says he’s not fit enough to play singles at the Australian Open but will compete in doubles with his good mate Thanasi Kokkinakis at Melbourne Park.

Aryna Sabalenka has describes the tennis schedule as “insane” and plans to skip some tournaments this year to avoid injuries or burnout.

The message was received through the Brevard Public Schools email system on Jan. 7 and referenced a potential attack at the campus, according to a news release.

WKMG-TV lists job opening.

An annual renaissance fair in Brevard County canceled its 2026 event earlier this month because it could not find a venue, but another renaissance fair will go on in Melbourne next month.

Police are investigating a fatal crash from over the weekend in Melbourne and are looking for the public’s help.

If you’re looking for a fun, educational, and immersive day out, the Brevard Zoo is the place to be. Celebrating 31 years as a community-built zoo, this spot is all about getting up close with amazing animals and exploring nature like never before.

The beach is a perfect place for wildlife photography, as long as you’re ready to get a little dirty and wet. Exploring the fast-paced world of sanderlings and some tips for capturing them on Florida’s sandy shores.

The touring Broadway production of 'The Book of Mormon,' a musical comedy by Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, is set to perform at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne.

An 86-year-old Indialantic man struck and killed an elderly pedestrian while driving along State Road A1A on Thursday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Hundreds of eager shoppers lined up for hours Wednesday as Trader Joe’s opened its newest Florida location in Melbourne, marking the specialty grocery chain’s first store in the area.

Melbourne Main Street wants to know who took two giant Christmas decorations from a downtown display.

Police say one man died and another was injured in a shooting at a Melbourne apartment complex.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a motorcyclist involved in the crash was transported to the hospital, where they were pronounced dead.

Central Florida’s newest Trader Joe’s grocery store has been given an opening date in early December, according to the chain.

The Australian government says children under 16 will be banned from social media next month as scheduled despite a legal challenge.

Police say a 17-year-old Melbourne boy was arrested on allegations of trying to enter a school with a loaded handgun.