911 video calling catches car thief, protects Flagler County deputies
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly revealed "Prepared Live," a software that 911 dispatchers use to access callers' cell phone cameras, has been utilized by Flagler County dispatchers 149 times since the Sheriff's Office purchased it in February 2023.
Launch America: Get a 360-view as SpaceX prepares to launch NASA astronauts
News 6 is giving you a view of SpaceXโs Crew Dragon launch from just about every angle. Saturday is SpaceXโs second try as the private company and NASA work to usher in a new age of space travel with the Demo-2 launch. NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley are set to take off at 3:22 p.m., weather willing. [READ MORE | Live launch updates: SpaceX set to launch NASA astronauts on Crew Dragon | Timeline: Hereโs what NASA astronauts are doing on launch day]If Behnken and Hurley take off, it will mark the first time in nine years NASA astronauts will lift off from the Space Coast. SpaceX and weather officers are also closely watching the launch forecast and conditions in the Atlantic Ocean for recovery conditions in case of a launch abort.
Experience SpaceXโs historic launch in 360 degrees
Wednesday will usher in a new age of space travel as SpaceXโs Demo-2 launch with NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley takes off. MORE: Live launch day updates: SpaceX prepares to launch NASA astronauts from Kennedy Space CenterThe launch is scheduled for 4:33 p.m. and there are many ways to watch. Take a look around, listen in to the spectators joining you and experience the thrill of the space coast as it does what it does best -- launch rockets. Weather officers with the 45th Weather Squadron have reduced the chances of good launch conditions to 50% and that is only the launch forecast. SpaceX and weather officers are also closely watching conditions in the Atlantic Ocean for recovery conditions in case of a launch abort.
Shanghai Disneyland reopens with limited visitors
Shanghai Disneyland reopens with limited visitorsPublished: May 11, 2020, 11:33 amVisitors wearing face masks streamed into Shanghai Disneyland as Chinaโs most prominent theme park reopened in a new step toward rolling back anti-coronavirus controls.
Judge rejects Florida unemployment claims lawsuit
Judge rejects Florida unemployment claims lawsuitPublished: May 7, 2020, 9:46 amA judge granted a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed against Florida and its unemployment benefit system operators Wednesday. The lawsuit was filed by attorneys representing Floridians who are waiting for unemployment payments due to the coronavirus fallout.
Gyms remain closed during Floridaโs first phase of reopening
Gyms remain closed during Floridaโs first phase of reopeningPublished: April 30, 2020, 1:41 pmA Central Florida gym owner was prepared to reopen before the governor announced gyms would remain closed during the first phase of reopening the state during the coronavirus pandemic.
Orange County mayor says governorโs plan to reopen Florida creates โuncertaintyโ for some businesses
Orange County mayor says governorโs plan to reopen Florida creates โuncertaintyโ for some businessesPublished: April 30, 2020, 1:38 pmhough the governor announced Wednesday that many businesses throughout Florida can begin to reopen as early as next week, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said it could be a while longer before businesses begin reopening in his county because they will need more time to prepare for the new guidelines.
Military planes salute workers on front lines of coronavirus pandemic with NYC flyover
Military planes salute workers on front lines of coronavirus pandemic with NYC flyoverPublished: April 29, 2020, 8:07 amJets from Navyโs Blue Angels and the Air Forceโs Thunderbirds flew over New York City on Tuesday in a tribute to the medical personnel, first responders and other essential workers involved in fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
These are the precautions airlines are taking to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
These are the precautions airlines are taking to prevent the spread of the coronavirusPublished: April 28, 2020, 1:04 pmHere's what airlines are doing to protect passengers and employees during the coronavirus pandemic.
Some beach restrictions relaxed in parts of Brevard, Flagler counties
Some beach restrictions relaxed in parts of Brevard, Flagler countiesPublished: April 22, 2020, 10:38 amSatellite Beach and Cocoa Beach officials have reopened beaches for sunbathing, sitting in chairs and all other activities within city limits during the coronavirus pandemic โ but groups must be five people or fewer.
Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemic
Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemicPublished: April 20, 2020, 10:10 amJulie Broughton caught up with a Peloton fitness instructor Cody Rigsby to talk about the importance of at-home workouts during the coronavirus pandemic.
Researchers say visiting โjust one friendโ could undo social distancing
Researchers say visiting โjust one friendโ could undo social distancingPublished: April 15, 2020, 3:16 pmResearchers at the University of Washington say visiting just one friend during the coronavirus pandemic could undo the goal of social distancing.
Hereโs how you can get your stimulus check faster and electronically if you didn't file taxes
Hereโs how you can get your stimulus check faster and electronically if you didn't file taxesPublished: April 15, 2020, 11:03 amMany Americans do not file taxes or havenโt updated their banking information since the last time they filed. The IRS is now allowing people to add new electronic banking information.
Orange County mayor issues stay-at-home order in response to coronavirus pandemic
Orange County mayor issues stay-at-home order in response to coronavirus pandemicPublished: March 24, 2020, 11:20 pmOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings joined other leaders around Florida Tuesday announcing plans to sign a stay-at-home executive order that will go into affect later this week.
INTERACTIVE MAP: Hereโs where to get your drive-thru coronavirus test
INTERACTIVE MAP: Hereโs where to get your drive-thru coronavirus testPublished: March 18, 2020, 11:15 pmAs coronavirus continues to spread throughout the Sunshine State, local medical groups are setting up shop to offer drive-thru COIVD-19 testing.
Brevard deputies release name of carjacking suspect
Brevard deputies release name of carjacking suspectPublished: March 2, 2020, 11:34 pmA carjacking suspect was shot by a Brevard County deputy Monday afternoon in the middle of a busy Merritt Island intersection after fleeing authorities throughout the county, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Florida lawmakers propose bill to prevent young children from being arrested
Florida lawmakers propose bill to prevent young children from being arrestedPublished: March 2, 2020, 12:52 pmA Florida senator who filed a bill to prohibit children under 12 from being arrested has announced a compromise with lawmakers that is expected to pave the way for the legislation to pass.
Orlando Solar Bears PuckCast: Episode 2.2
Orlando Solar Bears PuckCast: Episode 2.2Published: February 21, 2020, 9:09 amLATEST NEWS Good Samaritans who helped officer after being shot share their stories 43 MINUTES AGO Good Samaritans who helped officer after being shot share their stories I-4 construction to shift busy exit ramp into final configuration 52 MINUTES AGO I-4 construction to shift busy exit ramp into final configuration Man found shot in Orange County neighborhood 1 HOUR AGO Man found shot in Orange County neighborhood Groveland Four memorial to be unveiled in Lake County 1 HOUR AGO Groveland Four memorial to be unveiled in Lake County Orlando Solar Bears PuckCast: Episode 2.1 Stay up to speed with the Orlando Solar Bears by checking out the teamโs podcasts at ClickOrlando.com/podcasts.
Mother speaks after video of son with dwarfism crying because of bullies goes viral
Mother speaks after video of son with dwarfism crying because of bullies goes viralPublished: February 21, 2020, 8:51 amQuaden Bayles, who has dwarfism, received an outpouring of support worldwide after his mother shared an emotional clip of him on social media.
Ambulance falls into possible sinkhole in Orlando neighborhood
Ambulance falls into possible sinkhole in Orlando neighborhoodPublished: February 20, 2020, 6:49 amEmergency crews were responding to a call for help in an Orlando neighborhood when their ambulance fell into a possible sinkhole, officials said.
SpaceX targeting Monday morning for launch from Cape Canaveral
SpaceX targeting Monday morning for launch from Cape CanaveralPublished: February 17, 2020, 8:28 amSpaceX is now targeting Monday to launch another round of internet-beaming satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 40.
104-year-old veteran receives hundreds of thousands of Valentineโs Day cards
104-year-old veteran receives hundreds of thousands of Valentineโs Day cardsPublished: February 14, 2020, 8:42 am104-year-old Major Bill White was hoping to gather about a hundred Valentine's Day cards to add to his scrapbook collection.
Father, 3-year-old girl reunited after Amber Alert abduction
Father, 3-year-old girl reunited after Amber Alert abductionPublished: February 11, 2020, 6:45 amThe father of the 3-year-old girl, who Apopka police say was abducted from her front yard Monday morning, is thanking law enforcement officers who helped reunite him with his daughter.
Viewers concerned after devil bids $666 on โThe Price is Rightโ
Viewers concerned after devil bids $666 on โThe Price is RightโPublished: January 29, 2020, 2:05 pmConcerned viewers have reached out to News 6 after they saw a contestant dressed as a black demon on the โThe Price Is Right.โ
SpaceX launches rocket carrying 60 Starlink satellites
SpaceX launches rocket carrying 60 Starlink satellitesPublished: January 29, 2020, 9:26 amSpaceX on Wednesday launched another round of internet satellites. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 9:07 a.m. from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 40.
President Trump's legal team to continue opening arguments
President Trump's legal team to continue opening argumentsPublished: January 27, 2020, 10:08 amPresident Donald Trump's lawyers plunged into his impeachment trial defense Saturday by accusing Democrats of striving to overturn the 2016 election, arguing that investigations of Trump's dealings with Ukraine have not been a fact-finding mission but a politically motivated effort to drive him from the White House.
12-year-old boy waiting at Lake County bus stop dragged by hit-and-run driver, deputies say
12-year-old boy waiting at Lake County bus stop dragged by hit-and-run driver, deputies sayPublished: January 21, 2020, 4:43 pmA 12-year-old boy waiting for the school bus in Lake County was seriously injured Tuesday after authorities say a driver hit the victim and then fled the scene.
Man stabs, kills pro-Trump boss, drapes American flag over him, deputies say
Man stabs, kills pro-Trump boss, drapes American flag over him, deputies sayPublished: January 21, 2020, 12:36 pmA man was stabbed to death by his coworker in an apparent argument over their views on the government and President Donald Trump, officials say.
Deputies shoot, kill knife-wielding man near The Villages
Deputies shoot, kill knife-wielding man near The VillagesPublished: January 15, 2020, 1:24 pmTwo Marion County sheriffโs deputies shot and killed a knife-wielding man near The Villages after he attacked them simply because they were law enforcement officers, according to authorities.
'Monochrome' co-producer wants documentary to be conversation starter between first responders, residents
'Monochrome' co-producer wants documentary to be conversation starter between first responders, residentsPublished: January 14, 2020, 9:59 am"Monochrome" co-producer Deb Ortiz talks about how you can help donate to get the documentary completed.