SPACE COAST

Noctilucent clouds hovered over parts of Florida's Space Coast after SpaceX rocketed 56 Starlink satellites to orbit early Thursday morning (Jan. 26).

SpaceX is planning to launch another batch of Starlink satellites early Thursday morning.

A list of rocket launches to look out for in the coming weeks and months.

SpaceX announced that is targeting Saturday, Jan. 14 for a Falcon Heavy rocket launch of the USSF 67 mission for the U.S. Space Force.

SpaceX is planning to launch its Falcon 9 rocket from Florida's Space Coast.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX is scheduled to launch the OneWeb Launch 16 mission at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station this weekend. The launch window is at 11:55 p.m. on Sunday. The Falcon 9 rocket will liftoff from Space Launch Complex 40. Read: WATCH: SpaceX launches 1st rocket of 2023, lands booster at Florida’s Space CoastFalcon 9′s first stage will land on SpaceX’s Landing Zone 1 at the Space Force Station. ©2022 Cox Media Group

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is aiming to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida’s Space Coast early Wednesday morning. SpaceX officials said a launch window will open at 4:30 a.m. from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Watch: Crew announced for private moon mission aboard SpaceX’s StarshipThe launch will be in support of SpaceX’s Starlink program. Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force StationOfficials said the weather conditions are better than 90% in favor of the launch. Watch: ‘Magnifique’: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

The Chabad of the Space Coast is hosting a free Hanukkah Festival and Menorah parade, which departs from Chabad in Satellite Beach at 3:30 p.m. and travels to Chabad in Viera, located at 7350 Lake Andrew Drive in Melbourne.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida’s Space Coast on Saturday. They are targeting to send off 54 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit. The first stage will land on the Just Read the Instructions droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. The launch window is at 4:32 p.m.Watch: NASA cancels spacewalk after leak discovered from docked Russian spacecraftIf the launches begin on time, Channel 9 will have live coverage of both launches on Eyewitness News. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX has scheduled two back-to-back rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast on Friday. Officials said the two Falcon 9 rocket launches will possibly only be minutes apart. The second launch will be just 18 minutes later and will fly another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force StationBoth launches will lift off from separate launch pads at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. If the launches begin on time, Channel 9 will have live coverage of both launches on Eyewitness News.

One week before Christmas, the largest holiday party on the Space Coast is bringing joy and cheer to Brevard County.

EDGEWATER, Fla. — As the space program continues to grow along Florida’s Space Coast so does the demand for facilities to support launch efforts. A newly announced joint venture between Tampa-based Onicx Group and Aries Capital hopes to fill that need and bring the space program to Volusia County. Read: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida breaks ground on new robotics roomThe Space Coast Industrial Park at Parktowne, a 1 million-square-foot facility will sit on 83 acres near 10th Street and Parktowne Boulevard in Edgewater. Scott Claiborne, director of development at Onicx Group, said the timing was right to expand into Volusia County. Developers said the Space Coast Industrial Park at Parktowne is projected to break ground in early 2023.

After a successful launch from the Space Coast on Friday, SpaceX is attempting another one on Saturday.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is waiting a little longer for a launch from Florida’s Space Coast. The company had planned to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center on Tuesday evening. Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force StationThe rocket is now set to launch at 5:27 p.m. on Thursday. Read: Musk’s company aims to soon test brain implant in peopleThe rocket will carry 40 satellites into orbit for the communications company OneWeb. Read: SpaceX breaks record with 3 launches in 36 hoursChannel 9 will have live coverage of the rocket launch if it happens and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

An sharp-eyed UPS deliveryman came through in the clutch on Florida’s Space Coast.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — After some delays, you might be able to catch a launch this weekend. SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on Saturday, carrying a Dragon cargo capsule from Kennedy Space Center. Read: ‘Magnifique’: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastThe rocket is set to blast off from Launch Complex 39A at 2:20 p.m.Read: Brevard Public Schools superintendent to leave position, search for new leader starts soonThis cargo will help deliver science equipment and supplies to the crew at the International Space Station, including a study to grow dwarf tomatoes in space. Read: Brevard Zoo to release 2 rescued sea turtles Wednesday in Cocoa BeachChannel 9 will stream the launch live here. Watch this video of the Artemis mission below:VIDEO: NASA’s Artemis I rocket begins journey to moon NASA and others around the world are celebrating another historic moment on Florida’s Space Coast.

SpaceX on Saturday will try again to launch a Commercial Resupply Service mission to the International Space Station.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA’s Orion spacecraft completed its closest flyby of the moon earlier Monday, coming within just 81 miles of the lunar surface. Now, Orion is preparing to enter an elliptical orbit around the moon where its systems will be put to the test. READ: NASA’s Artemis I rocket begins journey to moon after launching from Florida’s Space CoastLater this week, teams plan to place Orion into a distant retrograde orbit that will take it 40,000 miles past the moon before its return to Earth, allowing teams to test out the spacecraft’s system. The Artemis 1 mission is expected to conclude on Dec. 11, when Orion splashes down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, but not before a major test of the spacecraft’s heat shield during re-entry. READ: ‘We are going’: Artemis I successfully blasts off from Cape CanaveralVIDEO: NASA’s Artemis I rocket begins journey to moon NASA and others around the world are celebrating another historic moment on Florida’s Space Coast.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — NASA and others around the world are celebrating another historic moment on Florida’s Space Coast. Several setbacks overnight didn’t hold NASA back from finally launching its new Space Launch System rocket for the Artemis I mission. Photos: NASA launches Artemis 1 moon rocket from Florida’s Space CoastExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 27 NASA launches Artemis I moon rocket from Florida’s Space Coast After multiple delays, the Artemis I successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center early Wednesday. Despite the early morning liftoff at 1:47 a.m., thousands packed into the coast near Kennedy Space Center to see the historic launch. pic.twitter.com/9dBSBzQ6wI — NASA Artemis (@NASAArtemis) November 16, 2022Thousands cheered as they watched the mega rocket blast off into space.

NASA’s Artemis I moon mission launch packed nearby parks, as many came to witness the historic moment.

People who want to view the Artemis rocket launch on the Space Coast may want to check out these spots.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — We now know what likely caused the “sonic boom” that was heard by many Saturday morning at Florida’s Space Coast. Boeing confirmed its X-37B autonomous orbital test vehicle landed at the Kennedy Space Center. Watch: Winter Garden Challenge 22 Walk supports veterans with post-traumatic stressIt spent a record 908 days in orbit, after being launched for a sixth mission in May 2020. Read: Orlando to host 2024 U.S. Olympic Team TrialsIn total, the reusable space plane has flown over 1.3 billion miles. ©2022 Cox Media Group

NASA's Artemis 1 moon rocket survived Hurricane Nicole's wrath in good shape and remains on track to launch on Nov. 16, agency officials said.

Artemis 1 will remain at the launch pad to ride Tropical Storm Nicole out when it hits Florida.

The agency is aiming to launch its massive Artemis moon rocket next Monday. Watch: Subtropical Storm Nicole forms near Bahamas; raises flooding, coastal damage concerns in FloridaNASA rolled out the rocket to its launch pad last week. Read: NASA’s moon rocket returns to pad for next launch attemptIt scrubbed two other attempts after a faulty sensor and a liquid hydrogen leak. The Artemis 1 mission plans to pave the way to send astronauts back to the surface of the moon. Read: Two NASA spacecraft detect biggest meteor strikes at MarsChannel 9 will have continuing coverage of the Artemis 1 mission on Eyewitness News.

A crash on State Road 528 near Wedgefield created backups for drivers heading toward the Space Coast as miles of mulling vehicles could be seen on traffic cameras building behind the wreck.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — On Thursday, NASA teams will start arriving at the Kennedy Space Center for the next rollout of the agency’s Mega Moon rocket and Orion spacecraft. NASA is on target to launch its uncrewed mission around the moon on Nov. 14. READ: ‘Magnifique’: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastHurricane Ian forced NASA to move SLS and Orion to safety inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, delaying NASA’s most recent launch attempt. NASA is keeping a close eye on the weather and has a couple of backup dates on the calendar: Nov. 16 and Nov. 19. Photos: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastVideo: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space Coast SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket early Thursday morning from Florida’s Space Coast.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket early Thursday morning from Florida’s Space Coast. The rocket lifted a French telecommunications satellite into orbit at 1:22 a.m. from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force StationThe launch was originally set for 11:30 p.m. Wednesday but was delayed for nearly two hours. Photos: SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 15 SpaceX launches rocket carrying French satellite from Florida’s Space CoastSpaceX said the delay was needed to finish all of its pre-flight checks. SpaceX plans to launch another Falcon 9 rocket next week.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast will remain busy Wednesday night as SpaceX prepares to launch a Falcon 9 rocket. SpaceX will attempt to launch a French telecommunications satellite into orbit from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Watch: Satellite manufacturer scrubs plans for Florida expansion; see where they’re heading insteadThe launch window opens at 11:26 p.m.Read: SpaceX ferries astronauts back to Earth after half-year awayThis launch comes a day after SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon Heavy rocket Tuesday morning. Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force StationChannel 9 will have live coverage of SpaceX’s Wednesday night launch on Eyewitness News. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A satellite manufacturer that had big plans for Florida’s Space Coast has made a decision to expand in California instead. Terran Orbital proposed bringing hundreds of high-paying jobs to Central Florida in partnership with Space Florida, investing $300 million to build the largest satellite manufacturing facility in the world. READ: SpaceX aiming for first Falcon 9 Heavy launch in yearsAccording to a news release from the company, “Terran Orbital’s advanced manufacturing capabilities, which were originally planned for expansion on Florida’s Space Coast in partnership with Space Florida, have been accelerated and will not be based in Irvine, California.”Terran Orbital received a $100 million investment form Lockheed Martin that includes a new strategic cooperation agreement that allows the company to pursue a wider degree of opportunities with Lockheed Martin. READ: New Developments: Lakoona Beach coming soon to the Melbourne areaVIDEO: ‘World’s first space tourist’ leaving Earth again, this time with his wife ‘World’s first space tourist’ leaving Earth again, this time with his wifeClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

A satellite manufacturer that had big plans for Florida’s Space Coast has made a decision to expand in California instead.

SpaceX is set to send two spacecraft payloads to geosynchronous orbit on behalf of the U.S. Space Force, treating Floridians to their first Falcon Heavy launch in more than three years.

SpaceX is set to send two payloads to geosynchronous orbit on behalf of the U.S. Space Force this Halloween.

SpaceX is set to send two payloads to geosynchronous orbit on behalf of the U.S. Space Force this Halloween.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX will plan another launch attempt of Galaxy satellites from Florida’s Space Coast on Saturday. The Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Intelsat G-33/G-34 missions from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Station. The 70-minute launch window will open at 7:05 p.m. Eastern Time. Rocket and payload are in good health—teams are working toward tomorrow’s 69-minute launch window opening at 7:06 p.m. WATCH: ULA launches Atlas V rocket from Cape CanaveralVideo: NASA, SpaceX launches Crew-5 mission to International Space Station NASA and SpaceX launched a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Wednesday.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX will plan another launch attempt of Galaxy satellites from Florida’s Space Coast on Friday. The Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Intelsat G-33/G-34 missions from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Station. The launch window will open at 7:06 p.m. Eastern Time and last over an hour. ET — SpaceX (@SpaceX) October 6, 2022Read: WATCH: NASA, SpaceX launch Crew-5 mission to International Space StationThe first stage booster from the Falcon 9 rocket will land on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. WATCH: ULA launches Atlas V rocket from Cape CanaveralVideo: NASA, SpaceX launches Crew-5 mission to International Space Station NASA and SpaceX launched a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Wednesday.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX plans to launch the Galaxy satellites from Florida’s Space Coast on Thursday. The Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Intelsat G-33/G-34 missions from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Station. Read: WATCH: NASA, SpaceX launch Crew-5 mission to International Space StationThe launch window will open at 7:06 p.m. and last about an hour. Read: NASA’s SpaceX Crew-5 Mission: Meet the astronauts who flew into space todayThe first stage booster from the Falcon 9 rocket will land on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. Watch the Crew 5 launch here:Video: NASA, SpaceX launches Crew-5 mission to International Space Station NASA and SpaceX launched a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Wednesday.

Here is a list of the must-do things to get the most out of your day at Kennedy Space Center.

United Launch Alliance is planning a Tuesday evening launch of an Atlas V rocket from the Space Coast.

SpaceX successfully launched more Starlink internet satellites in low-Earth orbit with a Falcon 9 rocket launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Saturday.

It was decided during a meeting Saturday morning that teams would stand down from Tuesday’s planned launch attempt.

The Space Coast Pride Festival and Parade returns this week at a new location in Brevard County.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX will make a second attempt at launching a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida’s Space Coast on Wednesday evening. The company plans to launch another batch of Starlink satellites from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The launch is scheduled for 9:48 p.m.Read: SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellitesAnother Falcon 9 rocket launch for Starlink took off Saturday night. Starlink’s mission is to create a global network of satellites to provide high-speed internet access. Read: NASA asks SpaceX to launch more crewed missions to International Space StationChannel 9 will have live coverage and updates on the launch on Eyewitness News.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA is making headway toward its third Artemis I launch on the Space Coast. NASA still needs to make sure those repairs worked, and the agency must also resolve an issue involving the certification of the SLS rocket’s flight termination system. NASA teams have replaced the seals on the SLS rocket’s core stage that were associated with a liquid hydrogen leak that forced the scrub of the agency’s second Artemis I launch attempt. READ: Scrubbed Artemis I launch: What’s next? NASA is still eyeing a third launch attempt for the first integrated flight of the SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft before the end of the month.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is set for another Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast on Tuesday. Read: SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellitesThe company is planning to launch another batch of Starlink satellites from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The weather forecast is 60% favorable for the launch, which is set for 10:10 p.m.Read: NASA asks SpaceX to launch more crewed missions to International Space StationThis comes after another Falcon 9 rocket launch for Starlink took off Saturday night. Starlink’s mission is to create a global network of satellites to provide high-speed internet access. Read: FCC denies SpaceX nearly $1B bid to deliver Starlink internet to rural USChannel 9 will have live coverage and updates on the launch on Eyewitness News.

SpaceX on Sunday will attempt to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station laden with another batch of Starlink internet satellites, the second planned night launch on the Space Coast in just as many days.

SpaceX on Saturday launched another Falcon 9 rocket with an assortment of satellites, the first of two nighttime launches planned over the weekend on the Space Coast.

NASA says work continues at pad 39b fixing the fuel leak that plagued the last launch attempt of Artemis I.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — People at Florida’s Space Coast may see a rocket launch this weekend. Read: SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellitesSpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket Saturday night. The rocket launch is set for 7:41 p.m. from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Read: NASA asks SpaceX to launch more crewed missions to International Space StationSpaceX said Starlink is a network of satellites that provide wireless internet. Channel 9 will have live coverage of the rocket launch when it happens.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA is working to set a new timeline for its third launch attempt of the Artemis I mission. Read: NASA scrubs 2nd attempt to launch Artemis I moon rocketNASA is set to update the launch’s timeline later this week, but the last update said the next attempt will likely be in October. Read: Spectators camp out for historic Artemis I launchAn October attempt, she said, could bring more visitors back in the fall. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 16 Thousands of sightseers are setup and ready to watch NASA’s launch of Artemis I. VIDEO: No date set for 3rd Artemis launch attempt The Artemis I mission will remain grounded for now while NASA works to address the problem that caused another scrub.

, Fla. — People along the Space Coast have already staked out their spots for the Artemis I launch set for Saturday afternoon. Brevard County leaders said they’re expecting 400,000 people to show up to see the launch, twice as many as first expected for the first attempt. READ: NASA wrapping up final preparations for Artemis I launchSome folks had their spots last week, and they’ve been patiently waiting for the launch ever since. READ: Spectators camp out for historic Artemis I launchExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 16 Thousands of sightseers are setup and ready to watch NASA’s launch of Artemis I. “When the launch is over, (then) you’re going to see the gridlock, you’re to see the bumper-to-bumper traffic,” said Don Walker, Brevard County communications director.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — TITUSVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A decade ago, Florida’s Space Coast was in the doldrums. Nowadays, the county’s unemployment rate is under 3%, and the Space Coast is humming with jobs and space launches. Several launches a month are now taking place along the Space Coast, with SpaceX launching its Starlink internet satellites every few weeks. NASA budgets from the White House and Congress greatly impacted life on the Space Coast, he said. Jessica Costa, owner of C’s Waffles restaurant in Titusville, remembers how quiet the Space Coast became following the end of the space shuttle program.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — A decade ago, Florida's Space Coast was in the doldrums. Nowadays, the county's unemployment rate is under 3%, and the Space Coast is humming with jobs and space launches. Several launches a month are now taking place along the Space Coast, with Space X launching its Starlink internet satellites every few weeks. NASA budgets from the White House and Congress greatly impacted life on the Space Coast, he said. Jessica Costa, owner of C’s Waffles restaurant in Titusville, remembers how quiet the Space Coast became following the end of the space shuttle program.

A decade ago, Florida’s Space Coast was in the doldrums. Now, not so much.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast is about to get even busier. Watch: NASA sets new launch date for Artemis I moon rocketNASA awarded SpaceX a major contract this week for more crewed missions from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. SpaceX will get $1.4 billion for five more Crew Dragon spacecraft launches to the International Space Station. Read: SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellitesThe deal extends the agreement between SpaceX and NASA until 2030. NASA asks SpaceX to launch more crewed missions to International Space StationClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida is forecast to be hot and partly cloudy on Thursday. Read: Here’s where you can score free cake in Central Florida on ThursdayThe average high temperature for our area should reach around 94 degrees. Forecast models are also showing increased chances of rain on the east coast of Florida by the weekend. The storm system may get a name Thursday or Friday. The Quiet Hurricane Season will get a Named Storm Soonhttps://t.co/BR1syFPNXs — Brian Shields, WFTV (@BrianWFTV) August 31, 2022Thankfully the storm system is out in the open sea and is not threatening Florida.

A woman was critically injured after being struck by a car Monday afternoon in Palm Coast, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte is coming back at a higher price.

Businesses along Florida’s Space Coast are looking forward to another boost in sales after NASA scrubbed its Artemis moon mission.

Over 1,000 people packed into Space View Park on Monday hoping to see the Artemis launch but were unfortunately left disappointed after it was scrubbed.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Crowds started to form Sunday ahead of the historic Artemis I launch, especially at Kirk Point Park in Titusville. Read: NASA: Artemis is still a go despite several lightning strikes near the launchpadTerry and Claudia Downs said they drove their camper to Titusville from the Villages. “It’s amazing that they’re gonna go back to the moon, you know,” Claudia Downs said. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 10 Space Coast drivers should expect traffic issues during launch of Artemis I at KSCRead: Space Coast drivers should expect traffic issues during launch of Artemis I at KSCTerry Downs said they were in high school when they watched a man go to the moon for the first time. Read: Official countdown for Artemis I mission has begunWhile it may have been a small crowd on the Space Coast, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to see the Artemis I launch.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Tens of thousands of visitors will head to Florida’s Space Coast on Monday for the launch of Artemis I. Florida’s Space Coast of Tourism said visitors should expect traffic delays and lane closures surrounding the historic launch. Photos: Space Coast drivers should expect traffic issues during launch of Artemis I at KSCExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 10 Space Coast drivers should expect traffic issues during launch of Artemis I at KSCHowever, there are plenty of locations in Titusville, Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach to view the launch. Watch: NASA releases ghostly sound recorded from black holePort Canaveral’s Jetty Park will open at 5 a.m. until it reaches capacity on launch day. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

Space.com took to the skies to get you one last look at SLS before it blasts off Monday morning.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA officials said things appear to be on schedule for Monday’s launch of Artemis I, despite some tense moments after several lightning strikes near the launch pad Saturday afternoon. Crews worked throughout the night testing systems on the SLS and other parts of the spacecraft, ensuring there wasn’t any damage. Read: Official countdown for Artemis I mission has begunNASA test director Jeff Spalding said the 600-foot lightning towers near the launch pad did their job, keeping lightning away from the rocket and spacecraft. Overnight, we powered-up @NASA_SLS’s core stage components for the #Artemis I launch, including the avionics boxes located inside the core stage. The boxes are connected to various sensors and flight computers to command and control the rocket during tanking, liftoff, and ascent.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — There’s been a lot of excitement with the upcoming Artemis I mission on the Space Coast. The Artemis I uncrewed flight test around the moon will prepare NASA for future flights with astronauts. Read: Final inspections underway ahead of Artemis I launch, countdown begins SaturdayMuch of the agency’s future space exploration depends on this mission and the successful test of new space technology. And the Artemis I mission will be used as a “proving ground” for future human exploration of Mars and a safe journey for the future crew on Artemis II. Read: Brevard County officials: Expect traffic delays on Space Coast for Artemis 1 launch“This is something that has not been done in 50 years and is incredibly difficult,” said Mike Sarafin, the Artemis mission manager.

NASA’s moon rocket and the Orion spacecraft are on the pad and ready for launch. In just three days, Artemis 1 will lift off from the Kennedy Space Center on an uncrewed mission around the moon. This mission will demonstrate the capabilities of NASA’s SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft to carry astronauts to the moon and beyond. Read: Final inspections underway ahead of Artemis I launch, countdown begins Saturday“We’re developing a capability — we owe to the American people some product,” said NASA astronaut Victor Glover. There are more than 3,000 companies in total that have contributed, including Lockheed Martin, the Orion spacecraft’s prime contractor.

Brevard County Public Schools said students will still have class and the district will make some bus route adjustments as thousands plan to travel to the Space Coast for Monday’s historic launch.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA is one week away from the launch of Artemis 1 at Kennedy Space Center. The Titusville Police Department, Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, Brevard County Emergency Management Office and others are getting ready for the influx of traffic from all the launch visitors. READ: NASA’s next moonshot: What you should know about the Artemis lunar programTitusville police have already posted their Artemis 1 launch traffic advisory for spectators north and south of Harrison Street. Officials said there could be more than 200,000 visitors to the Space Coast for the launch, which is just a few days ahead of the busy Labor Day weekend. READ: Artemis 1 rollout is first step for historic missionVideo: NASA to give update on historic Artemis I launch from Florida’s Space Coast We are now one week away from a major mission on Florida’s Space Coast.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — We are now one week away from a major mission on Florida’s Space Coast. Read: NASA’s moon rocket moved to launch pad for 1st test flightNASA is planning to launch its Artemis I mission next Monday at 8:33 a.m. Photos: NASA to give update on historic Artemis 1 launch from Florida’s Space CoastExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 NASA to give update on historic Artemis I launch from Florida’s Space CoastThe Space Launch System rocket will blast off for the first time in exactly one week. Watch: NASA searches for new launch provider after Astra Space pauses rocket launches“After Artemis 1, in 2024 we will launch Artemis 2, which will be the first time people will arrive aboard Orion,” said Mark Kirasich, deputy associate administrator for Artemis campaign development. All of this culminates in late 2025, with our Artemis 3 flight which will be our first Artemis crewed lunar landing.

Whether it’s the beaches, incredible rocket launches or attractions, the Space Coast is home to some pretty unique things.

VIDEO: Artemis 1 rollout the first step for historic mission Artemis 1 rollout the first step for historic missionBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — The rollout of Artemis 1 on Florida’s Space Coast is set for Tuesday evening. The uncrewed flight test around the moon is the first in a series of missions that will land the first woman and the first person of color on the moon. READ: NASA moves up rollout of Artemis I rocket ahead of planned lunar launchNASA is still targeting Aug. 29 for liftoff, with a two-hour launch window opening at 8:33 a.m. READ: NASA teams prepare for its Artemis I moon mission with testingAn uncrewed flight test around the moon and the 42-day mission will begin with the liftoff of the world’s most powerful rocket. Video: NASA moves up rollout of Artemis I rocket ahead of planned lunar launch NASA just announced a new date for the Artemis I rollout on Florida’s Space Coast.

When the Artemis I moon rocket with the Orion crew capsule on board rolls out of the Vehicle Assembly Building one final time before launch, everything that is headed to space will be on board the crew capsule, including a brand-new space suit.

Video: NASA moves up rollout of Artemis I rocket ahead of planned lunar launch NASA just announced a new date for the Artemis I rollout on Florida’s Space Coast. (James Tutten, WFTV.com/WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — NASA just announced a new date for the Artemis I rollout on Florida’s Space Coast. READ: NASA searches for new launch provider after Astra Space pauses rocket launchesThe Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft are now scheduled for testing Tuesday, instead of their original date on Thursday. READ: NASA aiming for late August test flight of giant moon rocketIf everything goes smoothly, the move to the launch pad for SLS and Orion spacecraft will happen this week. READ: NASA to launch 2 more choppers to Mars to help return rocksThe launch of the Artemis I mission is expected no earlier than Aug. 29.

Video: FCC denies SpaceX nearly $1B bid to deliver Starlink internet to rural US Florida’s Space Coast has seen several SpaceX launches for the company’s Starlink mission. (James Tutten, WFTV.com/WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast has seen several SpaceX launches for the company’s Starlink mission. WATCH: Falcon 9 rocket successfully launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station following delayBut now the federal government has denied a bid from SpaceX for nearly $1 billion. The money was supposed to help Starlink create higher-speed internet access to people in rural America. WATCH: SpaceX to launch first cosmonaut passenger aboard Crew-5 mission to ISSThe Federal Communications Commission said SpaceX has failed to demonstrate that it can deliver that service.

In what could be a boon to Brevard County, a South Korean professional baseball team is looking into coming to the Space Coast for spring training in 2023, potentially at the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera.

Video: SpaceX set for Falcon 9 rocket launch Tuesday from Florida’s Space Coast SpaceX is looking to send another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. (James Tutten, WFTV.com/WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida’s Space Coast on Tuesday. WATCH: SpaceX to launch first cosmonaut passenger aboard Crew-5 mission to ISSThe launch is set for 6:57 p.m. from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. WATCH: ULA, SpaceX complete 2 successful rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast on ThursdayThe Starlink missing is working to provide high-speed internet around the world through a network of small satellites. READ: Australian Space Agency says SpaceX debris fell on sheep farmChannel 9 will monitor the launch and provide updates on Eyewitness News.

Ticket sales for NASA's next moonbound launch briefly overwhelmed the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex's website, but officials quickly addressed it and boosted sales.

Tourism officials in Florida's Space Coast are expecting a massive influx of tourists for the upcoming Artemis 1 moon mission, the first launch for NASA's Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecra

A sunrise rocket launch is expected from the Space Coast.

SpaceX is set yet again to launch a rocket from Florida.

SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket and 53 Starlink satellites from Kennedy Space Center Friday afternoon.

A man suspected of robbing a Space Coast Credit Union in Indialantic was arrested Wednesday, according to the Indialantic Police Department.

In a Monday report by Reuters, NASA noted that SpaceX’s Starship uses a new kind of fuel, which the agency said could cause the spacecraft to explode.

NASA announced Monday that both the agency and SpaceX will be standing down from this week’s Falcon 9 launch of a cargo mission to the International Space Station due to an issue with the thrusters.

The cremated remains of 47 people from five countries are set to launch from the Space Coast with satellites.

SpaceX is set to launch yet another batch of Starlink satellites into space.

Fifty-three Starlink satellites successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center early Friday morning.

SpaceX launched another round of Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida’s Space Coast.

No need for a time machine in order to step back into the 70s and 80s.

On Thursday evening, visitors along the Space Coast were anticipating witnessing the first privately crewed mission to the International Space Station.

Excitement is building as thousands along the Space Coast are gearing up for a rocket launch on Friday that will bring four astronauts to the International Space Station.

Whoa! What a sight at Kennedy Space Center.

OneWeb, the parent company of a Space Coast satellite manufacturing facility, signed a deal with SpaceX to launch internet satellites that had previously flown on Russian Soyuz rockets.

The Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival is no more.

A stretch of King Street just west of U.S. 1 will be closed through next week as crews add upgrades to the existing railroad crossing.

High-speed passenger railroad service, Brightline, made another test run Thursday from West Palm Beach to Brevard County.

While the Space Coast is familiar with SpaceX and United Launch Alliance, now there’s a new rocket company preparing to blast off at the Cape.