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.

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

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.

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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

Pair of rocket launches make for busy Thursday along Florida’s Space Coast (WFTV)BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast is set to be busy with a pair of rocket launches Thursday. https://t.co/dTs1RdCHHE pic.twitter.com/KGwfqpr1ul — ULA (@ulalaunch) August 4, 2022For Laura Kretschmer, who is visiting Florida from Germany, the sunrise offered a beautiful backdrop while she watched the Atlas V rocket as it soared into space over the water. Read: ULA, SpaceX set for pair of rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast ThursdayIn a rare occurrence along the coast, space exploration fans will get an opportunity to see another launch Thursday evening. The second launch — a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying a lunar orbiter for South Korea — will take place from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. See: Drone captures ULA Atlas V launch from the coastThe launch is set for 7:08 p.m. from Space Launch Complex 40.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast is set to be busy with a pair of rocket launches Thursday. The first launch will be a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying the SBIRS GEO 6 mission for the U.S. Space Force. pic.twitter.com/pVPYG7iOHu — ULA (@ulalaunch) August 4, 2022The launch will complete the Space Force’s SBIRS constellation which will provide missile warning and defense for the U.S. military. The second launch, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying a lunar orbiter for South Korea will launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Thursday evening. ET for a Falcon 9 launch of KPLO to a ballistic lunar transfer orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 in Florida — SpaceX (@SpaceX) August 3, 2022The launch is set for 7:08 p.m. from Space Launch Complex 40.

VIDEO: Happening Thursday: Missile detection satellite to launch from Space Coast Happening Thursday: Missile detection satellite to launch from Space CoastBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — ULA plans to launch a national security mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission for the U.S. Space Force and Space Systems Command will place an early warning missile detection satellite into orbit. READ: A ‘multi-user space port’: Kennedy Space Center officials give update on launch tower constructionIt’s one of two launches scheduled for Thursday. SpaceX is also launching a lunar mission from South Korea, the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Mission. READ: NASA aiming for late August test flight of Artemis 1 flight around moonVideo: SpaceX and ULA set for rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast this week Florida’s Space Coast is set to be busy this week.

A sunrise rocket launch is expected from the Space Coast.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Get ready for a very hot Monday! Highs should top out around 96 degrees in Central Florida, but meteorologist Brian Shields said it will feel much hotter. READ: Bacterium that causes deadly tropical disease now endemic to US Gulf Coast, CDC saysThe heat index will make it feel more like 107 degrees. There’s a 40% chance of afternoon storms on Monday. READ: SpaceX and ULA set for rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast this weekOur rain chances will increase to around 50% on Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing the return of our typical afternoon summer storm pattern.

Video: SpaceX and ULA set for rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast this week Florida’s Space Coast is set to be busy this week. (James Tutten, WFTV.com/WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast is set to be busy this week. READ: NASA to launch 2 more choppers to Mars to help return rocksSpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. On Thursday, United Launch Alliance is set to launch an Atlas V rocket into space. READ: NASA aiming for late August test flight of giant moon rocketThe Atlas V will carry a satellite for the U.S. Space Force.

Video: SpaceX set for Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast on Sunday Officials said the weather forecast is 80% “go” for launch. (WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit Sunday. WATCH: A ‘multi-user space port’: Kennedy Space Center officials give update on launch tower constructionThe Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will open its doors two hours early to allow guests a chance to watch in person. The launch is targeted between 9:28 and 9:49 a.m. from Launch Cad 39-A at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. WATCH: Elon Musk says SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft will launch from Kennedy Space CenterChannel 9 will provide live coverage and updates on Eyewitness News.

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

Video: WATCH: SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink satellites from Florida’s Space Coast SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket into orbit Sunday. WATCH: SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket from Space Coast to supply space stationThis launch was part of SpaceX’s Starlink mission. Watch the full launch video here:Watch Falcon 9 launch 53 Starlink satellites to orbit → https://t.co/BCUuxXHxWd https://t.co/97M8OwmI28 — SpaceX (@SpaceX) July 17, 2022Once in orbit, the rocket deployed 53 Starlink satellites. WATCH: SpaceX breaks record with 3 launches in 36 hoursThis was the 13th time that SpaceX launched the same Falcon 9 first stage. Photos: SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink satellites from Florida’s Space CoastExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink satellites from Florida’s Space CoastSpaceX said the first stage booster supporting this mission previously launched Dragon’s first crew demonstration mission, the RADARSAT Constellation Mission, SXM-7, and nine Starlink missions.

SpaceX set to launch Falcon 9 rocket from Space Coast (WFTV)CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX is counting down to another Falcon 9 rocket launch from the Kennedy Space Center. Tune in starting at 8:15pm ET for LIVE coverage of @SpaceX’s 25th cargo resupply mission to the @Space_Station. This will be the 25th SpaceX cargo resupply mission to the ISS and the fifth launch for this particular first-stage booster. READ: ‘A big step forward’: Florida scientists grow plants in lunar dirtPrevious missions include CRS-22, Crew-3, Turksat 5B, and Crew-4 missions. WATCH: SpaceX launches more than 50 satellites from Cape CanaveralYou can watch the launch live on-air and on WFTV.com.

Video: Happening Thursday: SpaceX to launch more than 50 Starlink satellites from Space CoastCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX plans to launch another batch of Starlink satellites from the Space Coast on Thursday. The company will send more than 50 satellites into orbit on a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is set for 9:11 a.m.READ: SpaceX breaks record with 3 launches in 36 hoursIf it happens, you can watch it on-air and on WFTV.com. The goal of Starlink is to create a network that will help provide internet services to those who are not yet connected, and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe, the company said. ©2022 Cox Media Group

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX plans to launch another batch of Starlink satellites from the Space Coast on Thursday. The company will send more than 50 satellites into orbit on a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is set for 9 a.m.READ: SpaceX breaks record with 3 launches in 36 hoursIf it happens, you can watch it on-air and on WFTV.com. The goal of Starlink is to create a network that will help provide internet services to those who are not yet connected, and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe, the company said. ©2022 Cox Media Group

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The Space Coast will be busy over the next few days. READ: SpaceX breaks record with 3 launches in 36 hoursThe launch is set to happen at 5:04 p.m. Wednesday. The company plans to launch a satellite for TV and data services in the United States. Just over 24 hours later, United Launch Alliance plans to launch two national security satellites for the U.S. Space Force on an Atlas V rocket. READ: ‘A big step forward’: Florida scientists grow plants in lunar dirtThe launch is set for Thursday.

SpaceX is celebrating a record after it launched three rockets within 36 hours. There was a Starlink launch on Friday and a Global Star satellite launch just after midnight on Sunday. There was another Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Saturday. READ: SpaceX closer to launching giant rocketship after FAA reviewThis was the fastest three-flight sequence for an orbital rocket in modern space history. SpaceX rocket launchesOn Monday, NASA will take its next step toward sending astronauts back to the moon with a “wet dress” rehearsal.

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.

VIDEO: Astra Space’s failed launch: Here’s what’s next Astra Space’s failed launch: Here’s what’s nextBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Another launch, another mission failure for Astra Space. This time, two NASA weather satellites were lost when the upper stage of Astra’s rocket shut down early before those satellites could reach orbit. READ: Astra Space suffers 2nd failure to reach orbit after launch from Florida’s Space CoastAstra’s second mission to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station started well enough Sunday. But, after a successful first-stage flight, the upper stage shut down early before delivering two tiny NASA weather satellites into orbit. READ: The super moon is back; here’s when to look upVideo: Astra Space aims to launch NASA science mission from Kennedy Space Center this weekend Florida’s Space Coast could see its next rocket launch this Sunday, and it's an Earth science mission for NASA.

Astra Space suffers second failure to reach orbit after launch from Florida’s Space CoastCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Startup rocket company Astra Space confirmed Sunday that it has failed to reach orbit after launching from Florida’s Space Coast on Sunday. WATCH: Astra Space aims to launch NASA science mission from Kennedy Space Center this weekendThis marks the second launch from Kennedy Space Center and the second incomplete mission for Astra. READ: Astra outlines investigation into failed rocket launch“We had a nominal first stage flight. We have shared our regrets with NASA and the payload team,” Astra shared on social media. WATCH: Astra believes it knows why its launch failed last monthIt’s unclear what caused the failure and Astra said they are working to complete a full review of what happened.

Video: Astra Space aims to launch NASA science mission from Kennedy Space Center this weekend Florida’s Space Coast could see its next rocket launch this Sunday, and it's an Earth science mission for NASA. (WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — Florida’s Space Coast could see its next rocket launch this Sunday, and it’s an Earth science mission for NASA. READ: NASA to launch study on UFOsIt’s set to be launched by Astra Space, a startup rocket company whose last mission from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station failed. After a successful static fire test last week, Astra Space expects to launch its next mission this weekend, pending approval of an FAA launch license. Photos: Astra Space aims to launch NASA science mission from Kennedy Space Center this weekendExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 10 Astra Space aims to launch NASA science mission from Kennedy Space Center this weekend“NASA needs to do this,” said Ken Kremer with Space UpClose.

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.

Video: NASA orders new spacesuits for planned spacewalks, return missions to Moon We’re getting a look at the spacesuits astronauts on Florida’s Space Coast will wear during NASA’s return to the moon. (WFTV)BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — We’re getting a look at the spacesuits astronauts on Florida’s Space Coast will wear during NASA’s return to the moon. READ: NASA to highlight importance of STEM classes in visit with Florida studentsNASA is partnering with Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace to develop the suits for its Artemis missions. “With these awards, NASA and our partners will develop advanced, reliable spacesuits that allow humans to explore the cosmos unlike ever before,” said Vanessa Wyche, director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. WATCH: NASA astronauts talk to students about the future of Florida’s space industryA final dress rehearsal for that mission is set to begin next week.

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

Boeing launch Final preparations are happening on the Space Coast as Boeing gets ready to launch its Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station Thursday evening. (wftv.com)BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Final preparations are happening on the Space Coast as Boeing gets ready to launch its Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station Thursday evening. READ: Boeing Starliner ready for Thursday launchThe Starliner launched an uncrewed mission in 2019, but because of a software glitch, it never made it to the space station. The Boeing Starliner sits atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, ready to launch an uncrewed demonstration mission to the International Space Station. VIDEO: Boeing Starliner ready for Thursday launch Boeing Starliner ready for Thursday launchClick 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.

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

VIDEO: Space Force could bring changes to Space CoastBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Two U.S. senators have introduced a bill that would create a Space National Guard. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) introduced the bill, titled the Space National Guard Establishment Act, that would create a Space National Guard. READ: Florida leaders urge Air Force to select Space Coast as home for STARCOMThe branch would place Air National Guard members under the Space Force command structure to conduct U.S. Space Force missions. In a news release, Rubio said, “Creating a Space National Guard would boost our military readiness and increase efficiency. Creating a Space Force National Guard would also save money and ensure a smoother process in the event we need to activate personnel.

Launch facilities might handle more than 40 additional launches before the end of 2022 from private companies, NASA and U.S. Space Force.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX is gearing up to launch another batch of Starlink communications satellites into orbit from the Space Coast. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 53 more satellites into low-earth orbit is expected to launch from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center early Friday. The launch window opens at 5:42 a.m. A backup window is available Saturday at 5:20 a.m. A live broadcast of the launch is available online, starting 15 minutes before liftoff. You can also watch the launch on Eyewitness News This Morning and online.

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

Video: Launch, land, repeat: SpaceX ends busy week with Starlink launch at KSC Things have been busy for SpaceX this week on Florida’s Space Coast. (WFTV)BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX is once again gearing up to launch another batch of Starlink communications satellites into orbit from the Space Coast. They’re aiming for the morning of Friday, May 6 to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 53 more satellites into low-earth orbit from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center. READ: Driver hospitalized after crashing into Cocoa Mayor’s homeThe launch window opens at 5:42 a.m. A backup window is available Saturday at 5:20 a.m. Targeting Friday, May 6 for a Falcon 9 launch of 53 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from LC-39A in Florida → https://t.co/hW2ULg8gvH — SpaceX (@SpaceX) May 4, 2022Just over eight minutes after launch the Falcon 9′s first stage booster will return to Earth, landing on the “A Shortfall of Gravitas” Droneship in the Atlantic Ocean.

Video: Launch, land, repeat: SpaceX ends busy week with Starlink launch at KSC Things have been busy for SpaceX this week on Florida’s Space Coast. (WFTV)KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — Things have been busy for SpaceX this week on Florida’s Space Coast. Then, Wednesday, SpaceX launched Crew-4 to the ISS. (Photo by SpaceX via Getty Images) (Handout/Getty Images)On Friday, SpaceX is launching 53 Starlink satellites into orbit. The first stage of the Falcon 9 booster for Friday’s mission is the same one that launched the Axiom Mission One, three weeks ago.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Military spouses in Central Florida are getting new help to find jobs. WATCH: DeSantis signs bill to dissolve Disney’s self-governing powerA network of local businesses, nonprofits and government agencies will be partnering with Hiring Our Heroes to support military families. Hiring Our Heroes said it can take a military spouse several months to find employment after moving to a new area. Hiring Our Heroes says that, nationally, 22% of military spouses are unemployed. WATCH: End of Reedy Creek: Disney won’t pay more taxes, but you willThe group has already identified 400 military spouses who are seeking employment assistance.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from our Space Coast this morning. The rocket will carry 53 Starlink satellites into orbit. It’s scheduled to lift off at 11:14 a.m.READ: Disney’s debt is about to be Central Florida taxpayers’ problemThere’s a 70% chance of favorable weather for launch Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Space Force’s 45th Weather Squadron. If it does happen, you can watch it live on Channel 9 and on WFTV.com. READ: ‘Plane Swap’: Pilots to skydive into each other’s aircraft in livestreamed stuntA backup launch opportunity is available on Friday.

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.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Space Coast tourism is on quite a streak with people driving, flying and cruising into the area. READ: SpaceX launches Axiom Space’s 1st all-private mission to the Space Station“I tend to be an optimist, but I never anticipated the kind of rebound that we’ve had post-COVID,” said Peter Cranis, executive director for the Space Coast Office of Tourism. February doesn’t tend to be a peak month for tourist development tax revenue on the Space Coast. Adding to that, they’ve had 11 straight months of record tax collections. On May 1, the office of tourism will kick off its $2.1 million summer marketing campaign around the southeast and beyond.

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.

Sonic booms can sound as loud as an explosion, or, more quietly, like a rumble of thunder.

Viera is resorting to a lottery system to sell new homes because growth is booming.

The world’s largest cruise ship is making a splash at Port Canaveral starting in November of 2022, Royal Caribbean announced on Wednesday.

After a second week of increasing COVID-19 cases, the Space Coast once again became a community of 'substantial transmission', according to data released by the Florida Department of Health on Friday and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicators.

Brevard Costco shoppers, you may now fill your carts.

The private space company Astra is planning its first commercial launch from Florida's Space Coast, helping NASA to put a satellite into orbit.

The Orlando Science Center's observatory is now open for private experiences.

Weeks after a head-on crash left Brevard County launch photographer Jenny Hautmann critically injured, the 20-year-old is recovering steadily in the hospital.

NASA and SpaceX are considering several options when it comes to the next crewed launch.

The 20-year-old was driving to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to photograph NASA’s Lucy mission launch when her Tesla was hit head-on by a rental U-Haul truck.

A search was underway at a lake in Sanford for a boater who did not resurface from the water, officials said.

People on the Space Coast heard a train move through the area Thursday night.

The annual Downtown Melbourne Food & Wine Festival is coming back in November and tickets are now on sale.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will attend a news conference in Brevard County that's focused on space.

How's the Inspiration4 crew doing? Pretty good.