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ORLANDO, Fla. — A blanket of fog will cover parts of Central Florida to start the workweek. If you live or work in Flagler, Polk, Brevard or Osceola counties, there is a dense fog advisory in place until 9 a.m. Once the fog clears, temperatures will heat up to the 80s this afternoon. READ: UCF Knights to face Florida Gators at Gasparilla Bowl in TampaThere will be a couple of clouds around but it will be mostly sunny. Tonight, more patchy fog will move into Central Florida.

Minor coastal flooding was reported at high tide Friday in Flagler and Brevard counties.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Student mask policy rules will be loosened at schools in Brevard and Marion counties. Other school districts, like Seminole and Orange counties, are set to drop their mandates at the end of the week. “Our numbers are improving in different areas, but we’re so close to a new goal with children 5 to 11,” said Jenifer Hill, an Orange County school district parent. The current school district mask mandate ends Saturday. Hill believes the longer we use precautions, the safer we’ll be keeping COVID-19 out of the classroom.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — On Monday, a group will be asking the Orange County School Board to renew its policy to mask up students. Right now, the only students allowed to bypass the mask mandate in Orange County schools are those with medical exemptions. By extending the mask mandate, they hope to give younger kids the opportunity to get vaccinated before loosening restrictions. Jenifer Hills, who is the parent of a second-grader in the Orange County School District, said while she’s optimistic COVID-19 positivity rates are trending down, she doesn’t feel comfortable with the district letting the mask mandate expire. Read: Police investigate after child’s death in Titusville on SundayBrevard and Marion County school districts have decided to leave the decision for face coverings up to parents.

A missing 1-year-old boy last seen in Marion County on Tuesday may be with two adults heading to Illinois, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Hurricane season is slow and may close up shop early, and that’s a good thing!

A cool front pushing through Central Florida Sunday morning, will usher in much drier and cooler weather for the next few days.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — As of Thursday, both Brevard and Orange counties have responded to the state’s mask mandate demands. The state said it will withhold funds on a monthly basis, which amounts to 1/12 of the total annual compensation of the school board. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<Each district had 48 hours to respond to the governor’s letter with information confirming the salaries of all school board members. Superintendent Barbara Jenkins did that, responding with a letter listing the annual salaries for school board members. In Orange County, the mask mandate applies to all students, teachers, staff and visitors while inside school buildings.

Publix follows CVS, Winn-Dixie, Walgreens and Sam’s Club in offering third doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in-store.

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — In another late, contentious school board meeting, Volusia Public Schools became the latest to implement a district-wide mask mandate despite an order by the governor banning such policies. DeSantis’ order banning mask mandatesVolusia County School Board members called for an emergency meeting Tuesday specifically to discuss a potential mask mandate. As expected, LARGE turnout at Volusia Schools meeting. This district is next up to discuss a possible mask mandate. READ: Brevard School Board votes to reinstate mask mandate“If someone can tell me another way, fine,” one board member said.

Brevard students returned to school while their parents are returning to the warpath over the district's long-debated mask policy.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Storms will move through Central Florida after lunchtime Thursday. A front to the north of us is elevating the chance for rain and storms. The rain will start to move in to many areas around 3 p.m. or 4 p.m.Stronger storms could develop near Brevard and Volusia counties closer to 7 p.m.Visit our hurricane section: EYE ON THE TROPICSVisite la sección en español: Temporada de huracanesFollow our Severe Weather team on Twitter for live updates:Click here to download the WFTV weather app for live updates to your phone, and click here to stream weather coverage on the WFTV now app.

More than 840 manatee deaths were recorded between Jan. 1 and July 2, according to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission.

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission reported that 841 manatee deaths were recorded between Jan. 1 and July 2, breaking the previous record of 830 that died in 2013 because of an outbreak of toxic red tide. The TCPalm website reports that more than half the deaths have died in the Indian River Lagoon and its surrounding areas in Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties. “Unprecedented manatee mortality due to starvation was documented on the Atlantic coast this past winter and spring,” Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute wrote as it announced the record Friday. The manatee was once classified as endangered by the federal government, but it was reclassified as threatened in 2017. The federal government says approximately 6,300 manatees live in Florida waters, up from about 1,300 in the early 1990s.

More manatees have died so far this year than in any other year in Florida's recorded history.

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — On Monday, Volusia County School District leaders are expected to vote on the county’s face mask policy for the upcoming school year. The policy includes making face coverings voluntary for students and staff members. READ: To infinity and beyond: ‘Toy Story 3’ high school graduation photo goes viralThe board still has to give the changes final approval. If approved, the changes will take effect on July 1. READ: School district removes names of all holidays from calendarSo far, Brevard, Lake, Osceola counties will not require students or staff members to wear a face mask on campus.

Seaweed on the beach is nothing new, but this is a lot.

Valiant Air Command, the group that owns the vintage World War II torpedo bomber that splash-landed off Patrick Space Force Base on Saturday, was planning to move the aircraft back to its museum.

Brevard, North Carolina — Authorities here charged a man with terrorism and possessing a weapon of mass destruction after "incendiary" devices were found at several buildings, including a church, on Sunday morning, reports CBS Spartanburg, South Carolina affiliate WSPA-TV. The one at the church was intact but the others had gone off, causing light damage, Brevard police said. Officers searched the area and found multiple devices, which had detonated, at the Transylvania County Community Services Building and the American Legion Lodge. Brevard Police said Barham was linked to the devices though the investigative efforts of their department along with the Transylvania County Sheriff's Office, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Homeland Security, the FBI and the ATF. Barham was being held in the Transylvania County Jail on $280,000 bond.

Hail, gusty winds and heavy rain pic.twitter.com/ldk6JlssUe — Jonathan Kegges (@JonathanKegges) March 6, 2021Hail, gusty winds and heavy rain were among the threats to the area. pic.twitter.com/dxIRQhuu0n — Jonathan Kegges (@JonathanKegges) March 6, 2021Now a SEVERE T'STORM WARNING for Volusia. pic.twitter.com/m6dMsMzJEx — Jonathan Kegges (@JonathanKegges) March 6, 2021Using our Pin It! Most of Saturday afternoon will be in the 60s across all of Central Florida. Improvements to the allergy situation will be likely as this system moves in and out of Central Florida.

When American Pets Alive put out a call that 1,000 dogs needed moving out of the state, SPCA of Brevard stepped up to help. [TRENDING: Where school staff, child care workers can get the vaccine| 80th annual Daytona Beach Bike Week starts | When could Orange County could lift its mask mandate]AdWith the help of Palm Valley Animal Society in Edinburg, Texas, the SPCA of Brevard will be receiving 14 dogs in Houston Friday to bring back to Florida for veterinary care and adoption, the shelter said in a news release. “We are happy to be in a position to assist other shelters in need, regardless of their location,” said Susan Naylor, public relations director for the SPCA of Brevard. “A life saved is precious and worth the effort.”SPCA of Brevard will document these dogs’ journeys on its Facebook page if you want to follow along. If you’re interested in more information you can call 321-567-3615 or to make a donation toward the dogs’ care, visit www.spcabrevard.com.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Sunshine will dominate our skies to close out the workweek. With the help of sunshine, high temperatures return to the upper 70s. Saturday will likely fall in the washout category as a system in the Gulf of Mexico pushes in moisture to all of Central Florida. Lower 70s will still be possible in Brevard where the rain holds off the longest. AdImprovements to the allergy situation will be likely as this system moves in and out of Central Florida.

MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. – Brevard County sheriff’s deputies on Thursday identified the victim of a shooting death on Merritt Island as a 25-year-old man. Deputies said Matthew Nicol was found dead Wednesday morning in a home on Hall Road. Sheriff’s officials said it appears the shooting stemmed from an armed robbery at Nicol’s home. AdBCSO said it appears the shooting was an isolated incident and the home was specifically targeted. Anyone with information about the fatal shooting is asked to please call Agent Don Reynolds of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit at 321-633- 8413.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. – A car crashed into a Titusville funeral home Saturday morning around 2 a.m. The crash happened at the North Brevard Funeral Home at 1450 Norwood Ave. Photos of the funeral show a large hole where the front entrance once was. The car appeared to crash through a second wall inside and stop on top of some furniture. Full Screen Full Screen 1 / 8 Car crashes into Brevard County funeral home.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. – A mother and her boyfriend were arrested Saturday after authorities say they failed to prevent a 1-year-old girl from drowning in a pool. Officers with the Titusville Police Department said Amanda Paige Davis, 30 and Charner Leon Williams IV, 30 were arrested and both charged with aggravated manslaughter of a child. Davis told authorities she and Williams are both recovering heroin addicts and have been sober for 60 days. AdThe couple later told detectives they used heroin, cocaine and marijuana throughout the day prior to Athena’s drowning. Davis and Williams were taken to the Brevard County Jail and are currently being held without bond.

The rain and clouds will help to lower the overall severe weather threat Sunday, but a few storms could still be strong in the afternoon. Severe threats SundayThe main severe threat will occur in the afternoon if enough heating can occur to generate a sea breeze. Future radar SundayAnother chance for strong storms arrives Monday with another system pushing through the Southeast U.S. The highest severe threat will be northwest of I-4 Monday for areas shaded in yellow. All of Central Florida has the chance for a few strong storms Monday.

The Tornado Watch that had been in effect has been allowed to expire for all of Central Florida. SEVERE WEATHER THREAT SUNDAY MORNINGA cold front is moving through Central Florida producing downpours and storms. A few storms could be strong through the late morning, but the severe threat is lowering across Central Florida. An isolated damaging wind gust or brief tornado is still possible southeast of I-4, but the severe weather threat has come to an end along and northwest of I-4. Future radarMost of Central Florida is dry by noon.

Publix reopened its online portal Wednesday morning for eligible people to sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment. The available appointments, which will take place later this week, were all booked in Brevard, Volusia, Flagler and Marion counties in less than 90 minutes. [TRENDING: How to get a vaccine in Fla. | Wanted: Man accused of shooting at detective | Cops: Fla. man decapitated hamster]The Publix portal next reopens at 7 a.m. Friday. “We’re happy to announce we’re expanding the program to include eight Publix pharmacies in Indian River County and 11 Publix pharmacies in St. Lucie County,” DeSantis said. To make an appointment when the portal reopens, click here.

ORLANDO, Fla. – There was yet another cold start across Central Florida as temperatures dropped into the 30s and 40s Wednesday. Feels-like temperatures dipped into the upper 20s in parts of Flagler and Brevard counties, with Ocala reaching a wind chill of 32. [TRENDING: How to get a vaccine in Fla. | Wanted: Man accused of shooting at detective | Cops: Fla. man decapitated hamster]There’s a freeze warning in effect for Orange, Lake, Flagler, Marion, Sumter, Volusia and Brevard counties through Thursday. There is also a wind chill advisory for most of the region as the wind will continue to kick up through 9 a.m. Wednesday. Expect highs in the upper 60s Thursday and the mid-70s Friday and Saturday, with rain chances returning for the weekend.

The drier air combined with dry conditions the region has experienced during the past several months will create an enhanced risk for wildfires to start Thursday. Most of Central Florida is running 3 to 5 inches below normal in the rainfall department dating back to Dec. 1, 2020. The gusty winds that will accompany the cold front will create an environment for any fire that ignites to potentially spread rapidly. Wind gust forecast ThursdayThe greatest risk for wildfires to start and spread will be when the relative humidity is at its lowest between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday. The relative humidity naturally rises at night when the temperatures drops closer to the dewpoint.

(Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)COCOA, Fla. – Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback and Cocoa High School alum Jamel Dean will be playing in the Super Bowl in just his second year in the NFL. Before the Bucs, one of the fastest players in football was a player for the Auburn Tigers and the Cocoa Tigers. “He really epitomizes Tiger Pride and he’s going to represent Cocoa High School in the best ways possible. Along with Cocoa High, Dean is also an alum of Rockledge youth football and he’s one of three Cocoa Tigers currently in the NFL. The Bucs vs. Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl will air on WKMG-TV at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 7 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay.

[TRENDING: This woman received the first COVID-19 vaccine | Judge scolds theme park trespasser | Chuck Yeager dies at 97]We are looking at another cold night in Central Florida. There is now a Frost Advisory in Effect for everyone except Flagler, Coastal Volusia, and Brevard counties. Everyone else has the Frost Advisory until 8 a.m. Wednesday. Widespread Frost is to be expected. The high makes it back to 65, not normal, but much better than the 57 Central Florida had for a high today.

Most of Central Florida will wake up to temperatures in the 60s Monday morning, with the exception of the Brevard coast. A few 80s are still possible south of Orlando. Monday will feature a mostly cloudy sky with a few lingering stray showers early. The cool air continues to trickle in Monday and by Tuesday morning, most of Central Florida will wake up to temperatures in the 50s. Highs TuesdayHighs Tuesday for most of central Florida will be in the low-to-mid 70s.

Raw video shows Gregory Edwards' confrontation with Brevard deputies before his deathPublished: November 14, 2020, 12:23 pmNearly two years after his death in custody, the public is getting a look at what happened to Gregory Edwards after he was taken to the Brevard County Jail Complex.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – A man accused of strangling his fiancée earlier this year at an apartment complex in Seminole County has been indicted on a murder charge, according to the Brevard-Seminole State Attorneys Office. The indictment comes months after June 3, when police said they found Samantha Feliciano Rivera, 24, dead inside an apartment at the Stonebrook Apartment complex. Police said Rivera was found on the bed with bruising around her neck and obvious signs of a physical struggle. Police said the child inside the home was not harmed. Cruz-Perez was arrested and charged with one count of first-degree homicide and is being held at the Seminole County Jail without bond, records show.

Meet Sir Mix-A-Lot, who is a very good boy. In early September, volunteers from the SPCA of Brevard traveled 12 hours in an RV to bring homeless animals to safety, according to News 6 partner Florida Today. Sadly, Sir Mix-A-Lot is dying. Sir Mix-A-Lot doesn’t require much in the way of specialized care, but he does need to be the only pet in the home. “Being a hospice foster isn’t easy, but it’s one of my favorite things to do,” she said.

Teddy will be pushing the ocean right into the coast which could lead to coastal flooding and beach erosion. Coastal flood watches and warning go into effect Saturday eveningA coastal flood warning goes into effect Saturday evening for coastal Flagler county. This means that coastal flooding is possible in these areas. Pay extra close attention if you live in an area prone to coastal flooding. Coastal flooding occurs from rising ocean water being forced inland by a storm rather than from heavy rain.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Red flags flying didn't stop beachgoers from soaking up the sun and enjoying the waves ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias. Brevard County’s public safety director said Saturday that preparations for Tropical Storm Isaias do not include ordering evacuations or opening shelters. [MORE: Radar | Plan and prepare | Sandbag locations]In Volusia County, officials said cars will no longer be allowed on the beach until after the storm. Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, shelters will open in Volusia County beginning at 8 a.m. Sunday. “[We have] hand sanitizer, literally five gallon buckets full,” Jim Judge, director of Volusia County Emergency Management, said.

After briefly reopening, several Brevard restaurants and bars have had to close up shop because of the coronavirus pandemic. The following Brevard restaurants have closed because of COVID-19 or matters COVID-related, according to News 6 partner Florida Today. “Therefore, we have decided that all of our staff must be tested and receive negative test results before returning to work. Crying Monk, 333 King St. Cocoa: After “one confirmed positive result within the reach of our establishment,” the relatively new bar and restaurant was temporarily closed. Irashiai 2 Japanese Bistro, 4870 Babcock St. NE, Palm Bay: The respected ramen specialist, having required all employees to be tested for coronavirus, is temporarily closed.

ORLANDO, Fla. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation received 278 complaints against Central Florida businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, according to records obtained by News 6. Records show complaints were made against a variety of business, including restaurants, retail stores, hair salons and rental properties. Kissimmee businesses saw the most complaints with 45 registered with the state, while Orlando saw the second highest number with its businesses receiving 39 complaints. This is one of the complaints filed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation amid the coronavirus pandemic. RG also saw a single complaint during the coronavirus shutdown claiming it was open when it should have been closed.

ORLANDO, Fla. Although were about a month away from the official start of summer, its going to feel swampy Thursday in Central Florida. Orlando will see a high in the mid-90s, with a feels like temperature of 100 degrees and a chance of strong afternoon storms in Brevard and Osceola counties. Most of the rain will fall after 2 p.m. There is a small craft advisory in effect for coastal zones of Central Florida until 10 a.m. Friday as seas will be up to 7 feet. Expect a high in the low 90s on Saturday and Sunday, with rain chances at 30%.

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 — but groups must be five people or fewer.

The Bunnell City Commission, the Flagler County Commission and the Flagler County School Board should take note: the Brevard County Commission on Tuesday agreed to pay out $490,000 in a settlement to end a lawsuit stemming from the commission illegally starting its meetings with Christian prayers. The school board tried almost exactly what Brevard was doing, but thankfully, more sober heads prevailed. Thats where the Brevard commission went wrong. Not so at the county commission, which still represents about 110,000 people. Just ask Brevard county commissioners.

click to enlarge Photo via Central Florida Jobs with JusticeBrevard, Hillsborough, Indian River, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and Volusia counties. Fund Our Future campaign started by Florida Education Association, which fights for further investment in teachers, public schools and students. "After the rally in Tallahassee, the momentum continues as educators and all public school employees ask the Legislature to fund our future," said Wendy Doromal, president of the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association, in a press release. "We will be gathering at Lake Eola to let policymakers know that we want to make sure this is really the 'Year of the Teacher.'" Lake Eola Park, at 512 E. Washington St., on Saturday from 1 - 3 p.m. "The Rally Continues" rally at the Northeast lawn ofclick to enlarge Photo via Central Florida Jobs with JusticeFollowing the January teacher rally in Tallahassee to demand higher wages, which saw tens of thousands of participants, Central Florida educators are holding another rally at Lake Eola Park for more funding for public education.Some 1,500 people are expected to join in, according to rally organizers, including educators, teachers, students and union reps fromThe January "Take on Tallahassee" rally at the capitol and downtown Orlando's "The Rally Continues" this weekend both sparked by the statewide

Brevard lifeguards said only experienced swimmers and surfers should be at the beach this weekend. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

Leaders at a Brevard rescue want to know who shot a kitten. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

COCOA BEACH, Fla. - For people visiting Brevard's most popular beaches, leaders have a message about cleaning up after yourself, too many people are leaving tents and other items on the beach overnight, Cocoa Beach city officials say. At the City Commission meeting Thursday, leaders approved a new law allowing the city to pick up overnight items and throw them away immediately. Before the meeting, the city has to hold discarded items for 90 days. City Manager Jim McKnight said a set of those tents and chairs interfered with a sea turtle nesting. "I don't know if I would say inconsiderate," Halicky said about others leaving items.

For people visiting Brevard's most popular beaches, leaders have a message about cleaning up after yourself. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

Florida is on pace to break the record for manatee boat deaths in a year, with 86 struck and killed through June, the Fort Myers News-Press reported. Brevard and Volusia counties have each recorded nine manatee boat deaths through June, but Lee County leads the state with 21 boat kills, the newspaper reported. This year's pace would put manatee boat deaths at 172, far surpassing 122 in 2018. Last year, there were a total of 824 manatee deaths documented. "Here in Volusia, four of our nine manatee watercraft deaths this year have been down by the Mosquito Lagoon.

Three people are in handcuffs after deputies in Brevard and Orange counties first followed suspects fleeing arrest in a car and then tracked a man on a motorcycle crossing county lines, Sky 6 video... Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

Deputies identified the driver and two passengers of a vehicle that they said sped through Orange and Brevard counties while eluding arrest. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

ORLANDO, Fla. – After the morning fog burns off, another warm day is on tap in Central Florida, but slightly cooler temperatures are on the way. "We're tracking a new front that will be mostly dry as it moves south of Central Florida," Local 6 meteorologist Troy Bridges said. "We're starting with some fog and clouds, with a few showers possible across far southern Osceola and Brevard counties." Clouds will clear later Wednesday, allowing cooler temperatures early Thursday morning. With fewer clouds acting as a blanket, temperatures will range from the low 50s to low 60s across Central Florida.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Storm storms swept across Central Florida Sunday bringing lots of rain and hail in some areas. Tornado warnings were issued for Marion, Flagler and Volusia Counties and expanded into Seminole, Lake, Orange and Brevard as the line of storms moved through the afternoon. Daytona International Speedway officials evacuated the grandstands after the Daytona 500 Race had to be stopped because of the storms. Several fans told Local 6 they couldn't stand the rain, so many called it a night early, missing most of the race. Several viewers sent pictures to Local 6 of hail that came down in Sanford.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Thick fog blanketed much of Central Florida on Tuesday morning, and temperatues in the 80s are expected for the region through the end of the week. Dense fog advisories for Volusia, Lake, Osceola, Brevard, Seminole and Orange counties expired at 9 a.m. Rain on Monday saturated the ground, trapping moisture and causing the fog to form. Overnight lows into Wednesday morning will hover near 63 degrees. No rain is forecast through the rest of the week.