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The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hyatt Place Hotel located on 6299 Riverfront Boulevard.

Video: Space Coast International Air Show takes flight this weekend in Titusville The event will showcase everything from vintage planes to futuristic stealth fighters. (WFTV)TITUSVILLE, Fla. — If you are anywhere near Titusville this weekend, you may want to look up. READ: 9 things to do this weekend: Orlando Fringe Festival, Monster Jam World Finals, MEGACON and moreThe Space Coast International Air Show is being held at the Space Coast Regional Airport. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Space Coast Air Show These aircraft will be featured at the Space Coast Air Show this weekend. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

Built in 1966, vacant storefronts show a mall long past its heyday, but new animation shows a major upgrade the city of Titusville and supporters are very excited about.

A man and a woman riding a motorcycle were stuck by a car when attempting to turn onto U.S. Highway 1 north of Mims early Sunday, leaving them with fatal and critical injuries respectively, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police identified the man and woman killed in a suspected murder-suicide on Thursday. Officers said they found Haley Friedel, 24, of Titusville, in the driveway inside a vehicle with apparent fatal gunshot wounds. Gregory DePietro, 32, of Titusville, was located close to the vehicle on the home’s lawn with an apparent gunshot wound. READ: Woman, man die after shooting in Titusville neighborhoodThey said he then immediately turned the gun on himself and later died at a local hospital. Seminole County Fire Department Chief Matt Kinley said DePietro was in good standing throughout his time with the department.

Titusville police have identified two people who died in a murder-suicide shooting Thursday morning.

GROVELAND, Fla. — Groveland police said they are working an active shooting investigation Thursday night outside a Lake County day care. It happened in the parking lot of We Are the Future Academy in the 200 block of Groveland Farms Road. Woman, man die after shooting in Titusville neighborhoodInvestigators said it is believed to be an isolated incident. All parties have been identified, and there is no immediate threat to the community, police said. READ: Only 25% of homicides in Orlando this year have been solved.

Two people were killed Thursday morning in a shooting in Titusville, police said.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A large police and deputy presence is gathered in a Titusville neighborhood on Thursday morning. Deputies and officers are setting up some sort of crime scene off North Carpenter Road and Lakeview Hills Avenue. Channel 9 has a crew at the scene and is working to find out more information. Photos: Large law enforcement presence in Titusville neighborhoodExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Titusville investigation (WFTV.com News Staff)READ: Florida gas prices hit new record highWatch Eyewitness News and stick with WFTV.com for the latest on this developing story. WATCH: Video shows strangers stop car, rescue driver in FloridaSee a map of the scene below.

Following an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Brevard-Seminole State Attorney's office is working to determine whether a Titusville police officer was justified in shooting and killing a 40-year-old man in December.

VIDEO: Mims mourning loss of mother, son killed in weekend house fire Mims mourning loss of mother, son killed in weekend house fireMIMS, Fla. — The family of Cari Lynn Haas and Levi Hunter Rowan is still coming to terms with their loss after the mother and son died in a fire at their Kingswood Drive home in Mims. One family member managed to survive the devastating fire. READ: 2 killed during possible electrical fire at home in Brevard County, deputies sayA family member of the victims told Channel 9 that that Rowan would have turned 13 on May 15. The state fire marshal’s office said an electrical issue hasn’t been ruled out, but the cause of the fire remains undetermined. READ: Deputies ID woman accused of firing shots in Orange County McDonald’sVideo: 2 killed during possible electrical fire at home in Brevard County, deputies say Two people have died after a house fire Saturday in Brevard County.

Joe Hurston, who is the founder of the humanitarian nonprofit, Air Mobile Ministries says there is just too much work to be done.

A Mims man faces charges in connection with a Titusville double homicide that occurred over a decade ago, the department announced Thursday.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — On May 22, 2011, the bodies of 23-year-old Anquannette Skanes and 35-year-old Lapriet Jordan were discovered inside an apartment at the River Breeze Apartments on US-1 in Titusville. The night before the bodies were found Skanes had left her children with a babysitter while she went out with friends. On Thursday, more than 10 years after the murders Titusville police announced they had found evidence linking Lee with both murders. Timothy Werring with the Titusville Police Department said investigators never once thought about giving up. Read: Person Of Interest Sought In Double MurderStacy Skanes, Anquannette Skanes’ father, struggled to put more than 10 years of grief into words.

Drayontai Mason and Teresa Henderson Family members say Drayontai Mason and Teresa Henderson were killed in a Titusville drive-by shooting. TITUSVILLE, Fla. — It’s been more than a month since a woman and her 17-year-old cousin were shot and killed at a Titusville home, and the search for the shooter is still ongoing. Family members of the victims are asking for the community’s help to find who killed their loved ones. Drayontai Mason, 17, and his cousin Teressa Henderson, 25, were killed and another person was injured on March 9 when someone opened fire on the teen’s home on Third Avenue in Titusville. Their family members are still wary about showing their faces, but Brittany Henderson and Lisa Malbory are compelled to speak out.

Using phones, binoculars and cameras, hundreds of spectators watched from a distance as the Axiom-1 crew lifted off from Kennedy Space Center Friday morning.

A motorcycle rider was killed Wednesday night after a crash on S.R. 50 near Titusville, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 29-year-old man was killed after a Titusville crash on Monday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Central Florida on Friday to make an announcement. DeSantis is set to speak in Titusville at 11:45 a.m. DeSantis will be joined by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Speaker Chris Sprowls. DeSantis vetoes Legislature’s congressional maps, calls special session to redraw districtsChannel 9 reporter Shannon Butler will be at the news conference to provide live updates.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed HB 3 into law, with the goal of making the state more attractive and accessible for people considering to pursue or continue a career in law enforcement.

Playalinda Brewing Company opened its first location in Titusville’s historic district in November 2014, making it the first microbrewery in the area.

A 19-year-old is accused of stabbing a woman in Titusville and calling the police after doing so last week, according to an arrest warrant filed Tuesday.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A Titusville couple claims a local company sold them a green-energy package that was supposed to cut their power bill in half but instead of saving money, their electric bills increased. He said he responded because the company offered to slash their power bill. Last month their electric bill was $115, compared to last year during the same month without the system, when the power bill was $90. READ: Man arrested for stabbing girlfriend, daughter, deputies saySince September, on average, the couple’s power bill has increased by $15 a month. The general manager told Ulrich he will review Hampshire’s complaint.

Titusville arrests Police say Maurice Brown, 37, and Reshod Lewis, 28, exchanged gunfire "in a reckless manner" with a person in a car. (WFTV.com News Staff)TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police have arrested two men in connection to a shooting that killed two people. Police say Maurice Brown, 37, and Reshod Lewis, 28, exchanged gunfire “in a reckless manner” with a person in a car. READ: Teen playing video games among 2 killed in Titusville drive-by shooting, mother saysPolice said someone who lives in the neighborhood helped police identify Brown and Lewis. Photos: Man, woman found at Titusville home with life-threatening gunshot wounds, police sayExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 14 Drayontai Mason and Teresa Henderson Family members say Drayontai Mason and Teresa Henderson were killed in a Titusville drive-by shooting on Wednesday.

Two men have been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting that killed a teenage boy and a woman last week in Titusville, records show.

A woman was injured after being stabbed multiple times by another woman she knew Tuesday afternoon, according to the Titusville Police Department.

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Laneitri Rollins Laneitri Rollins, 14, is charged with second-degree murder reclassified while inflicting death in connection to the shooting death of Mercutio Burford, 17. (State Attorney's Office)TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A 14-year-old accused of fatally shooting a 17-year-old along a Titusville bike trail last month will be charged as an adult, a judge ruled on Thursday. Laneitri Rollins, 14, is charged with second-degree murder reclassified while inflicting death in connection to the shooting death of Mercutio Burford, 17. Investigators said they found Burford dead from multiple gunshot wounds along the bike path near Washington Avenue on Feb. 9. READ: 14-year-old arrested after 17-year-old shot and killed on bike trail in Titusville, police sayClick 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.

A teenage boy and a woman were killed and another person was injured in a drive-by shooting in Titusville, police say.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A man and woman were transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after after being found at their house Wednesday with apparent gunshot wounds, police said. Police responded to 3rd Avenue around 10 p.m. when they found the two victims at home, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call the Titusville Police Department at 321-264-7800. Or, callers can remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000 by calling Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS. READ: $50K reward offered for tips leading to arrest in stabbing deaths of Daytona Beach coupleCheck back later for more information.

Gunman at large after man shot, killed in Titusville, police sayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police said a man was shot and killed Sunday evening in Titusville. WATCH: Husband and wife stabbed to death while riding bikes home in Daytona Beach, police sayOfficers are working to find the gunman responsible. Investigators said the victim was found lying on the road near the intersection of Tropic Street and Dummitt Avenue around 6:15 p.m. READ: 5 motorcycle riders have died in 4 crashes around Central Florida this weekendOfficers said evidence shows the shooting was not random. Titusville police are asking anyone with information on the shooting to call 321-264-7800.

Police said the man was located lying in the road near the intersection of Tropic Street and Dummit Avenue with an apparent gunshot wound.

A man walking along a Titusville street was injured in a drive-by shooting Friday afternoon, police said.

TITUSVILLE , Fla. — Titusville police detectives are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened Friday afternoon. It happened around 2:45 p.m. Officers responded to reports of shots fired near Hopkins Avenue and Roosevelt Street. The victim was located near the shooting crime scene with an apparent gunshot wound and transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. READ: Orlando police released video of confrontation with man who died in their custodyThe incident was not random, according to preliminary evidence. The investigation is ongoing and more details will be released later, police said.

The Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival is no more.

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Titusville police arrested a Central Florida man in connection to a road rage shooting over the weekend.

Parrish Medical Center is dropping its mask requirement for patients and visitors following the updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The crash happened at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23 on the highway.

A Titusville man who allegedly stalked, threatened and raped a woman in January was arrested Thursday after barricading himself in his home and setting fire to it with SWAT members outside, according the the Titusville Police Department.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A Brevard County grand jury indicted a Titusville woman on two counts of first-degree murder Wednesday, accused of delivering a batch of fentanyl that killed two men, including her own son. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<25-year-old Austin Vessels and 39-year-old Matthew Taylor were both found dead from a possible overdose in Vessel’s Titusville apartment on Sir Hamilton Circle on the morning of July 18. All charges, offense summary at https://t.co/TriXkoaaDy pic.twitter.com/a6JxjWdEXZ — State Attorney 18th Circuit FL (@SA18PIO) February 23, 2022According to police, when they ran out of cocaine, Vessels asked his mother to get them more. She’s being held in the Brevard County jail on no bond. The grand jury heard testimony from an investigator with the Titusville Police Department and the Brevard County Medical Examiner before returning with the indictment.

Police investigate after child’s death in Titusville on SundayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — A caregiver is behind bars, charged in connection with the death of an elderly man in his care. Titusville police said they were called to a house on the 1000 block of Kennedy Court around 11:45 a.m. on Friday for a wellbeing check. Police said John Edward Dietsch lived in the home and was the sole caregiver for the victim. James DietschRead: Orlando man found shot in driveway, dies at hospital, police sayDietsch, 56, of Titusville was charged with felony abuse of a disabled adult. Read: 14-year-old arrested after 17-year-old shot and killed on bike trail in Titusville, police sayPolice said additional charges are possible.

A Melbourne woman was struck by a car and killed on Eau Gallie Boulevard early Saturday morning, according to the Melbourne Police Department.

The sole caregiver of a disabled man was arrested Friday when officers conducting a wellbeing check at their residence found the man dead, according to the Titusville Police Department.

A juvenile suspect was taken into custody Friday in connection with a shooting that left a 17-year-old dead on a Titusville bike trail, police said.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police confirmed Friday that a juvenile is in custody after the death of a 17-year-old this week. WATCH: Person fatally shot along Titusville bike trail identified as 17-year-old boyOfficers said Mercutio Burford, 17, of Titusville, was found dead Wednesday after he was shot along a bike trail near Washington Avenue. Police have not confirmed the identity of the juvenile who is in custody. Officers said Burford was found in a ditch by someone on the trail and taken to a hospital in “grave” condition. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding the shooting to call police at 321-264-7800 or Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477).

A Titusville man was arrested Wednesday and faces a felony child abuse charge after he was allegedly recorded striking a baby following his attempts to restrict access to an in-home surveillance system, police said.

Titusville police are working to learn more about what led up to a woman drowning in a pond Wednesday.

Titusville shooting Titusville police said they are searching for the person who shot a man along a bike trail Wednesday afternoon. (WFTV.com News Staff)TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police said they are searching for the person who shot a man along a bike trail Wednesday afternoon. Officers said they originally got a call about a man in a ditch along the trail off of North Washington Avenue from a possible bike accident. When they arrived, investigators said they saw that the man had a gunshot wound. Officers said someone nearby told them they saw the assailant jump a fence and run south from the area.

A teen was shot to death on a bike trail in Titusville, according to police.

In newly released dash camera video, sheriff’s deputies from Alachua and Putnam counties are seen catching up to a driver on the run hours away from where Titusville police said Shikeem Mallett killed Anthony Berry.

Titusville police arrested two women Friday as they were attempting to rip off an Ulta Beauty store, according to a news release.

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The person injured was hospitalized with minor injuries, according to authorities.

Brevard County deputies arrested a man they believe is responsible for shooting and killing a man in Titusville on Jan. 9 during a 30-person brawl.

A Mims home was destroyed by a large fire, according to the Brevard County Fire Rescue.

A victim found fatally shot inside a car may have been shot during a drug deal, according to the Titusville Police Department.

James Lowery Two prominent civil attorneys have a public records complaint regarding the police-involved shooting death of James Lowery. (Dwight Seigler)TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Two prominent civil attorneys have a public records complaint regarding the police-involved shooting death of James Lowery. On Thursday, their attorneys, Benjamin Crump and Natalie Jackson, said Lowery was shot from behind. There is police body camera footage of the shooting, but the family’s attorneys haven’t seen it. “We sent three records requests asking the Titusville police to give us the public records according to Florida law — this is what we got 22 pages of blacked out, blanked records,” Jackson said.

Civil rights lawyer Ben Crump held a news conference Thursday morning about a Titusville police shooting that left a 40-year-old man dead in December.

A Titusville man who served as the primary caregiver of a disabled veteran was arrested and booked with felony charges including elderly neglect and exploitation, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.

Two prominent Florida civil rights lawyers are threatening a lawsuit with Titusville over public records, suggesting that the shooting of a Black man right after Christmas was a possible case of mistaken identity.

Police investigate after child’s death in Titusville on SundayTITUISVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police are investigating a fatal crash that happened early Saturday morning. The crash occurred at 2:30 a.m. on the 100 block of Park Lane. Police said the impact caused the car to ignite and become engulfed in flames. Read: Fire destroys Merritt Island home, dog rescued from flamesThe female driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Read: Temperatures drop overnight Saturday, cold weather on the wayThis crash remains under investigation.

Family and friends of Linda Marie Brown, who Titusville police confirmed Thursday was the victim of the fatal crash, have asked the public for help.

Brevard County is opening a cold weather shelter Tuesday night in Titusville ahead of overnight lows expected to dip into the mid-40s.

Two Brevard County cities are joining the slew of other Florida sites offering monoclonal antibody treatments on Wednesday, OMNI Healthcare announced.

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A Mims man is facing murder charges in connection with a 30-person altercation that left one dead Sunday, according to a probable cause affidavit.

Fight leads to deadly shooting in Titusville, police sayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — A Brevard County man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting in Titusville Jan. 9. On Monday police arrested 30-year-old Michael Jones for being an accessory after the fact in the shooting death of Anthony Berry of Mims. Read: Dozens of people fighting leads to deadly shooting in residential neighborhood, police sayOn Sunday, Titusville police were called to the 500 block of Rock Pit Road for reports of a shooting just after 1:30 p.m. When officers arrived on scene they found a large group of people fighting and Berry dead from an apparent gunshot wound. The report says Jones and the alleged shooter then got into a maroon Chevy Impala and drove away.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police are still working to identify a killer after a neighborhood fight erupted into gunfire yesterday. On Sunday, police responded to the 500 block of Rock Pit Road for reports of an altercation and shots fired at around 1:30 p.m.Police said when they arrived yesterday afternoon, nearly 30 people were arguing and fighting. Titusville police told Channel 9 that multiple shots were fired during the altercation. No suspect information has been released at this time; however, police said the shooting wasn’t a random act. If not, it just becomes the wild, wild, west.”Sunday’s shooting is Titusville’s first homicide of the year.

One person is dead after an altercation that happened in Titusville, according to police.

Fight leads to deadly shooting in Titusville, police sayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police in Titusville are investigating after a man was shot and killed on Sunday. WATCH: Teen shot and killed in Orange County, deputies sayPolice said they are actively investigating the shooting and no other details were released. WATCH: ‘I’ll blast you’: Teens arrested after pulling gun on DeLand skating rink employee, deputies sayChannel 9 has a crew working to gather more information. There will be continuing coverage on Eyewitness News. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

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Authorities are searching for an elderly woman last seen around 11 a.m. Saturday.

Hotel near Kennedy Space Center with rooftop views of rocket launches to open in MarchTITUSVILLE, Fla. — A new hotel opening in March near the Kennedy Space Center will feature a rooftop deck with a restaurant and “Space Bar” for guests to enjoy as they watch rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast. The Courtyard by Marriott Titusville – Kennedy Space Center hotel is being developed by Delaware North in Titusville, the same company that operates the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. : Top 9 Space coast stories of 2021The Kennedy Space Center hotel will be located on Riverfront Center Boulevard off State Route 405 on part of the former site of the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, 7.1 miles from the space center and 6.4 miles from Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. A spokesperson for the hotel said the signature feature for the property will be a rooftop deck with a bar and restaurant called The Space Bar, offering views of the Indian River, Merritt Island and Kennedy Space Center. WATCH: Kennedy Space Center previews new attraction highlighting the future of space exploration“The Space Bar will offer a unique experience for local residents, visitors who work in the aerospace industry along with space enthusiasts of all ages,” said Wayne Soard, general manager of the hotel for Delaware North.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — The family of the man shot and killed by a police officer in Titusville on Sunday are demanding answers. Police have not released many details, but say he got into a fight with an officer who then shot him. Investigators said Lowery ran from the officer, then got into a fight with him, and that’s when the officer fired his gun. Read: Man shot and killed after attacking officer in Titusville, police say“We just really, really want to know what happened more than anything,” Brown said. We demand to know what happened.”Lowery’s family and their attorney, Natalie Jackson, are calling for transparency.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Titusville police are investigating a shooting outside a home Tuesday evening. See map of location below:When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man who had been shot. Read: ‘She will be truly missed’: Local police officer dies in motorcycle crashThe man was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was said to be in critical condition. Read: Police search for driver that killed 2 kids and injured 4 others in hit-and-run crashAccording to investigators, the gunman fled the scene and has not been found. 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.

A man was rushed to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting in Titusville, according to police.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A man has died after he was shot by police in Titusville on Sunday night, according to law enforcement. Police said they responded to the area after a 911 call reported a woman was being violently assaulted by a man in the roadway. Police said the first officer on the scene spotted the man who initially fled on foot, but then engaged in a physical altercation with the officer. READ: FBI detains woman after ‘disturbance’ on a flight from Tampa to AtlantaThe officer then shot the man, and he was later pronounced deceased at the scene. Police said the Titusville officer involved in the shooting was not injured and he has been placed on administrative leave.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A luxury spaceflight company is moving its headquarters to Florida’s Space Coast. “Titusville has played a significant role in Florida’s aerospace history, and Space Perspective represents a new era of commercial space exploration, adding to that space narrative. Space Florida is pleased to welcome Space Perspective to the region,” officials said. Officials said the Space Coast Spaceport will be located adjacent to Kennedy Space Center and will serve as the only independently operated multi-modal space center in the U.S. Here’s how to find out“With the first year of seats completely reserved, Space Perspective is currently taking reservations for 2025 and beyond,” a spokesperson said.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — NASA and SpaceX are scheduled to launch a Falcon-9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center Tuesday morning. UPDATE: Titusville police locate missing marathon runnerOfficials say the weather forecast is 30% favorable for launch. Falcon 9 and Dragon vertical at Launch Complex 39A in Florida; weather forecast is 30% favorable for Tuesday’s targeted liftoff of SpaceX’s 24th resupply mission to the @Space_Station pic.twitter.com/J9KaB6atq8 — SpaceX (@SpaceX) December 20, 2021The commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station is set for 5:06 a.m. EST from Launch Complex 39A. After the launch the capsule will arrive at the ISS Wednesday, Dec. 22. and remain docked for about a month before returning to Earth. This is the 24th resupply mission for the Dragon capsuleClick 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.

Titusville police searching for missing endurance runner The Titusville Police Department is asking for help finding a 57-year-old man last seen crossing the finish line of a local endurance race. TITUSVILLE, Fla. — The Titusville Police Department is asking for help finding a 57-year-old man last seen crossing the finish line of a local endurance race. He was last seen wearing a neon-green tank top, black shorts and a black waist pack. READ: Pastor plans neighborhood meeting after deadly shooting in OrlandoAnyone with information that may help police locate Blewett is asked to call the police department at (321) 264-7800. 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.

BREVRAD COUNTY, Fla. — A Titusville foster mom accused of murdering a 4-year-old placed in her care is trying to bond out of custody as her criminal case moves forward. The girl was found unresponsive in her foster mother, Lakeisha Mitchell’s, home back in August. READ: Police report gives insight into past of foster mother accused of killing child in her careThe judge said he will provide a written ruling on Mitchell’s bond status by the end of the week. We also discovered that prior to Joy’s death, two other foster children were removed from Mitchell’s home after an allegation of abuse. READ: Brevard County case worker recalls getting call 4-year-old died in foster careNo charges were filed in that case.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — A Titusville woman claims a landlord threatened eviction after she contacted code enforcement and inspectors found serious violations at the rental home. Rivera and her family were moving from New Jersey to Titusville, and found the single family home online offered by Florida Beach Coast, a property management company. There was no air conditioning.”According to Rivera, despite contacting Florida Beach Coast nothing was fixed. Action 9 has investigated Florida Beach Coast before. Florida Beach Coast lists a post office in Gotha as its business address.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Despite rain falling earlier in the night, a few hundred people gathered at Space View Park in Titusville to view the launch of SpaceX’s Crew-3 launch Wednesday night. WATCH: Crew-3 successfully blasts off from Kennedy Space Center following delays“It was indescribable,” she said, grinning, after watching the launch. READ: Despite gloomy day, weather conditions still favorable for Crew-3 launch“It was awesome,” their daughter said, though insisting she didn’t want to be an astronaut. Clouds temporarily got in the way, but spectators were still treated to amazing sights, leaving everyone in a cheerful mood as they packed up. READ: ‘Horrific’: Port Canaveral officials talk devastating impacts of pandemic, plans for reboundSee our photo gallery below:Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 5 Crew-3 launch People gathered to watch the Crew-3 successfully launch from Kennedy Space Center Wednesday night.

Police investigate after child’s death in Titusville on SundayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police in Titusville said they are conducting a child’s death investigation on Sunday. Officers said are “no signs of foul play at this time.”WATCH: Wrong way driver causes head-on crash, killing 2 people, troopers sayNo cause of death was given, and police said the investigation is ongoing. Channel 9 will continue to monitor this incident and share any updates on Eyewitness News. READ: Lyft report reveals more than 4K sexual assaults, 10 fatal physical assaults during 3-year spanClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV. ©2021 Cox Media Group

Ron DeSantis to hold news conference from Florida’s Space Coast on MondayTITUSVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Titusville on Wednesday holding a news conference at the American Police Hall of Fame & Museum. DeSantis is set to speak at 11 a.m. READ: Florida’s property insurance mess cause isn’t being addressed, lawmaker saysStay tuned to Channel 9 Eyewitness News for updates. 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.

Once-orphaned manatee found starving near Indian River power plant, rescued for second timeTITUSVILLE, Fla. — For the second time in the last five years, the same manatee has been rescued from dire straits. Officials said Matthew the manatee was found on Sept. 23 suffering from “nutritional deficiency” near a power plant on the Indian River. Seagrass is the primary source of a manatee’s diet while in the Indian River, but pesticide runoff and light-blocking algae blooms are threatening the aquatic plant’s sustainability, officials said. WATCH: Volusia County looking to use technology to help Indian River Lagoon surviveRescuers said after spending time regaining his health at SeaWorld, Matthew will be returned to his natural environment, but not likely to the Indian River due to the seagrass depletion. The Indian River power plant’s protected canals act as a calm-water refuge for manatees, officials said.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police in Titusville are investigating a shooting that left a man seriously hurt. The man was shot at around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday near Garden Street and Bryan Avenue. WATCH: Brevard sheriff releases video of ambush shooting that left gunman dead, deputy shotPolice said the victim was found lying in the doorway of a residence near the intersection of LaGrange Road and Minnie Street. So far, police have only said that the victim was a man, and his injuries are life-threatening. Anyone with information is asked to call the Titusville Police Department at 321-264-7800 or can remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward up to $5,000 by calling Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS(8477).

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A Titusville woman is accused of killing a child she was fostering. Lakeisha Mitchell was arrested last month and has now been charged with murder. WATCH: Brevard sheriff releases video of ambush shooting that left gunman dead, deputy shotTitusville police said Mitchell told them she thought the child was faking being unconscious, so she placed her in a full bathtub and walked away. WATCH: Brevard County deputies investigating Oregon man’s drowning death in Cape CanaveralHospital workers told police they also found serious injuries on the child’s body. Mitchell also faces a charge of child neglect with great bodily harm.

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police in Titusville are searching on Thursday for evidence related to a missing person case from 15 years ago. Police said their search is taking place in a vacant lot on DeLeon Avenue. WATCH: ‘A very divisive and an emotional issue’: Lake County leaders discuss masking masks mandatoryOfficers did not say who the missing person was, only that the case was from 15 years ago. Channel 9 has a crew working to gather more information and will have continuing coverage on Eyewitness News. WATCH: Florida school resource officer uses defibrillator to save student’s life***Investigation Alert***Titusville Police are on scene in a vacant lot on DeLeon Avenue searching for evidence in reference to a missing person case from approximately 15 years ago.

Titusville police say her four-year-old daughter, Joy, died last week after she was abused and neglected while in the care of her foster mother, 41-year-old Lakeisha Mitchell. READ: Brevard County deputy recovering in hospital after being shot in leg during traffic stopMitchell has been arrested, facing charges of child neglect and child abuse. “It’s not normal to see your child laying there, and you can’t do anything...I couldn’t do anything,” King recalls. I checked her body, but she was in pain.”King says her daughter’s case manager at the Brevard Family Partnership, the agency in custody of Joy, told her the girl had simply fallen. READ: Brevard County expands COVID-19 testing, vaccine access to residents“They failed her,” Hicks said.

Madison Middle School closes Madison Middle School in Titusville will be closed to students Monday and Tuesday “because of expanded cases of COVID-19 and to prevent further spread of the virus,” Brevard Public Schools announced Friday evening. BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Madison Middle School in Titusville will be closed to students Monday and Tuesday “because of expanded cases of COVID-19 and to prevent further spread of the virus,” Brevard Public Schools announced Friday evening. The meals, along with the devices and hot spots, can be picked up at the school Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. While the school is closed, a custodial team along with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety will conduct a deep cleaning and disinfecting of the school, the district said. READ: FWC: Child dies after boating accident in Brevard County©2021 Cox Media Group

TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Lockheed Martin announced it opened its Spacecraft Test, Assembly and Resource (STAR) Center on Thursday. The STAR Center features business and digital transformation innovations that will expand manufacturing, assembly and testing capacity for NASA’s Orion spacecraft program and ultimately, future space exploration, Lockheed Martin said. The addition of the STAR Center provides much-needed space for the new production phase of Orion, allowing future Orion spacecraft – starting with the Artemis III mission – to be built faster, officials said. READ: Dreaming of space? ©2021 Cox Media Group

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TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Titusville Wednesday evening. According to police, officers were called to an apartment complex just off South Brown Avenue around 9:30 p.m. after someone reported hearing gunshots. READ: House transportation bill includes millions in funding for Central Florida infrastructure projectsDetectives have not said what may have led to the shooting. READ: Haiti’s future uncertain after brazen slaying of presidentDetectives urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact Titusville Police at (321) 264-7800 or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.