‘It’s nice the way it is:’ Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach families appeal to superintendent in school merger
Read full article: ‘It’s nice the way it is:’ Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach families appeal to superintendent in school mergerSuperintendent Dr. Mark Rendell is meeting with families at the two schools to learn more about how they feel about possibly closing Cape View Elementary and doubling the enrollment at Roosevelt Elementary, seven miles away in Cocoa Beach.
‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA says
Read full article: ‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA saysWith the government shutdown extending into a second month, there are some new concerns about how the space industry could be impacted.
‘Significant rescues;’ Brevard beach ring stations help save lives during weeks of storms, king tides
Read full article: ‘Significant rescues;’ Brevard beach ring stations help save lives during weeks of storms, king tidesBrevard County has figured out a way to make swimming safer despite the dangers caused by weather. the
‘Huge disruption to the community:’ PTO president speaks against potential closure of Brevard elementary school
Read full article: ‘Huge disruption to the community:’ PTO president speaks against potential closure of Brevard elementary schoolA PTO president says parents will be prepared to protest if Brevard Public Schools closes Cape View Elementary School.
Older population, vacation rentals driving low enrollment that could close Cape Canaveral school
Read full article: Older population, vacation rentals driving low enrollment that could close Cape Canaveral schoolIn a county where the population is growing overall, some communities are actually considering consolidating schools, not building more.
2 killed in Cuba as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto threaten Bahamas and Bermuda
Read full article: 2 killed in Cuba as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto threaten Bahamas and BermudaAuthorities in the Bahamas have closed a majority of schools following mandatory evacuations for some islands in the archipelago as Tropical Storm Imelda drops heavy rain and unleashes flooding in the northern Caribbean, with two people killed in Cuba.
‘Done everything she’s supposed to do:’ Cocoa Beach party teacher in court to get off probation
Read full article: ‘Done everything she’s supposed to do:’ Cocoa Beach party teacher in court to get off probationThe former teacher who said on body camera she was hanging out at a party with more than a hundred teenagers thinks she’s been punished enough.
Backstage antics take center stage in ‘Noises Off’ at Surfside Playhouse in Cocoa Beach
Read full article: Backstage antics take center stage in ‘Noises Off’ at Surfside Playhouse in Cocoa BeachAn interesting show that includes slamming doors, flying sardines and actors forgetting their lines is coming to the Surfside Playhouse along the coast.
‘Extremely desperate’: Man searching for housing after Howard Johnson closure
Read full article: ‘Extremely desperate’: Man searching for housing after Howard Johnson closureMore than two weeks after the condemnation of an extended stay hotel forced him to leave, a former tenant is still searching for a place to live.
What’s up with that mysterious red light in Cocoa Beach? Here’s the skinny
Read full article: What’s up with that mysterious red light in Cocoa Beach? Here’s the skinnyWhat is that weird red light beaming from the ninth floor of the Cape Royal Office Condominium on North Atlantic Avenue in Cocoa Beach.
Cocoa Beach raises parking rates, sparking mixed reactions from residents and tourists
Read full article: Cocoa Beach raises parking rates, sparking mixed reactions from residents and touristsVisitors and locals planning a day on the water at Cocoa Beach may soon face higher parking fees if the city commission approves a proposed rate increase.
Cocoa Beach hosts military air show. Here’s where and when
Read full article: Cocoa Beach hosts military air show. Here’s where and whenThe Air Dot Show Tour will return to Cocoa Beach this weekend, giving residents the chance to watch U.S. Air Force flight teams execute aerial acts over the Atlantic coastline, according to organizers.
Cocoa Beach targets ‘party houses’ for more vacation rental restrictions
Read full article: Cocoa Beach targets ‘party houses’ for more vacation rental restrictionsMore restrictions are now approved for short-term vacation rentals in what's already Florida's most expensive city to register and renew an AirBnb.
Destination Downtown Food Hall opens in Cocoa Beach. Here’s what it offers
Read full article: Destination Downtown Food Hall opens in Cocoa Beach. Here’s what it offersThe food hall has a mobile ordering system where guests can browse all the vendors’ menus and pay at one location, according to a news release.
5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health violations. Here’s why
Read full article: 5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health violations. Here’s whyLast week, five more restaurants in Central Florida were forced to shut down after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
‘Had to cut our rates:’ Vacation condo owners, guests complain about hotel construction
Read full article: ‘Had to cut our rates:’ Vacation condo owners, guests complain about hotel constructionThe only 4-star hotel in Brevard County should be quite the attraction when it’s done, but while it’s still being built, complaints are filling up from a property very close to the future Westin.
‘Medical emergency’ at Cocoa Beach High School sparks investigation
Read full article: ‘Medical emergency’ at Cocoa Beach High School sparks investigationA student suffered a "medical emergency" on Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation into exactly what happened, the Cocoa Beach Police Department announced.
Prosecution shifts to ex-principal after Cocoa Beach teacher convicted following teen house party
Read full article: Prosecution shifts to ex-principal after Cocoa Beach teacher convicted following teen house partyA day after a former teacher was found guilty of being drunk and disorderly at an underage house party, the attention now shifts to prosecuting the former principal of Roosevelt Elementary.
Hang 10 ( or 18) at the 13th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival in Cocoa Beach
Read full article: Hang 10 ( or 18) at the 13th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival in Cocoa BeachIf you want to see some doggos hang 18 – yes, dogs have 18 toes – then head on down to the 13th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival.
NOT A BITE: 12-year-old boy airlifted to hospital after surfboard causes injury off Cocoa Beach
Read full article: NOT A BITE: 12-year-old boy airlifted to hospital after surfboard causes injury off Cocoa BeachA 12-year-old boy was airlifted to an Orlando hospital after he was injured -- not by a shark or sea creature -- but by a surfboard, Brevard County Fire Rescue says.
These are the 3 best ‘small towns’ in Florida. Here’s why they made the cut
Read full article: These are the 3 best ‘small towns’ in Florida. Here’s why they made the cutUSA Today has released its ranking of the best "small towns" in the southern U.S., highlighting some niche locales that many tourists might not know about.
Roaches galore! These Central Florida eateries were shut down due to health concerns
Read full article: Roaches galore! These Central Florida eateries were shut down due to health concernsLast week, nearly 30 restaurants in Florida were forced to shut down after a visit from a state health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Former Cocoa Beach principal, teacher charged in house party that hosted over 100 juveniles with ‘access to alcohol’
Read full article: Former Cocoa Beach principal, teacher charged in house party that hosted over 100 juveniles with ‘access to alcohol’Police said the January party was attended by more than 100 juveniles, many of whom had been drinking and had access to alcohol available in coolers at the home owned by Elizabeth Hill-Brodigan, who is the former principal at Roosevelt Elementary School.
Area secured after police ask public to avoid ‘active incident’ at Winn-Dixie in Cocoa Beach
Read full article: Area secured after police ask public to avoid ‘active incident’ at Winn-Dixie in Cocoa BeachCocoa Beach police have asked the public to avoid the area of a Winn-Dixie during an “active incident,” according to the police department’s social media.
Cocoa Beach commissioners signal flexibility on short-term rental changes
Read full article: Cocoa Beach commissioners signal flexibility on short-term rental changesDuring a three-hour commission meeting Thursday night, commissioners voted unanimously to enact a 30-day "grace period" for the payment of vacation registration fees and late fees.
‘Swatting’ call temporarily puts Brevard County hospital on lockdown; no threats found, police say
Read full article: ‘Swatting’ call temporarily puts Brevard County hospital on lockdown; no threats found, police sayA hospital in Cocoa Beach was placed on lockdown on Saturday evening while law enforcement responded to what officials later described as a "hoax 'swatting' call."
Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concerns
Read full article: Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concernsThe city of Cocoa Beach is considering raising fees for short-term rental properties in response to growing complaints from residents about noise, parking issues, and other disturbances.
‘Satanic activity’: 911 call could lead to more arrests in underage party hosted by Florida principal
Read full article: ‘Satanic activity’: 911 call could lead to more arrests in underage party hosted by Florida principalA principal, a teacher, and a teenager – who is accused of DUI – might not be the last people to get arrested after a big, underage house party in Cocoa Beach.
Cocoa Beach principal, teacher arrested at house party with over 100 juveniles, many who were drinking, police say
Read full article: Cocoa Beach principal, teacher arrested at house party with over 100 juveniles, many who were drinking, police sayCocoa Beach police arrest an elementary school principal and a teacher after 100 juveniles were spotted at a house party.
Brevard driver about to live dream at Rolex 24 at Daytona
Read full article: Brevard driver about to live dream at Rolex 24 at DaytonaThe Rolex 24 begins this Saturday at 1:40 pm and ends Sunday at 1:40 pm. 61 of the fastest Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Mercedes, Corvettes, Cadillacs and more will take to the road course for the world-famous marathon.
Cocoa Beach police arrest man accused of robbing convenience store at gunpoint
Read full article: Cocoa Beach police arrest man accused of robbing convenience store at gunpointA man arrested by Cocoa Beach police is accused of robbing a convenience store at gunpoint and allegedly making away with more than $5,000 worth of scratch-offs.
Surfing Santas & CPR: Holiday tradition teams up with local charity to save lives
Read full article: Surfing Santas & CPR: Holiday tradition teams up with local charity to save livesThe annual Surfing Santas event in Cocoa Beach brought more than holiday cheer to thousands of attendees this year — it also carried a life-saving mission.
Cocoa Beach student’s cardiac arrest death could put AEDs in schools nationwide
Read full article: Cocoa Beach student’s cardiac arrest death could put AEDs in schools nationwideDefibrillators that save lives when children suffer sudden cardiac arrest could be in thousands of schools across the country with the stroke of a pen.
Cocoa Beach cracks down on misleading vacation rental ads amid resident complaints
Read full article: Cocoa Beach cracks down on misleading vacation rental ads amid resident complaintsThe Cocoa Beach City Commission will hold the first reading of Ordinance 1694, a measure designed to combat misleading advertising practices linked to Cocoa Beach.
Protest planned over proposed deal to give hotel exclusive use of Cocoa Beach park
Read full article: Protest planned over proposed deal to give hotel exclusive use of Cocoa Beach parkConcerned residents will hold a protest over the proposed plan to to give a new 4-star hotel exclusive use of a public beach park in Cocoa Beach.
Plan to give new Cocoa Beach hotel exclusive use of public park withdrawn
Read full article: Plan to give new Cocoa Beach hotel exclusive use of public park withdrawnIt will be Brevard County’s only 4-star hotel when it opens in 2027. But now, the Westin also wants control of the public beach park next door.
Florida’s Operation Blue Roof offers free protection for storm-damaged roofs after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Florida’s Operation Blue Roof offers free protection for storm-damaged roofs after Hurricane MiltonA free program that offers protection for storm-damaged roofs is now available to residents in Central Florida counties whose homes have been damaged after Hurricane Milton.
‘Ripped it like a piece of paper:’ Milton tears off roof in Brevard 55+ community
Read full article: ‘Ripped it like a piece of paper:’ Milton tears off roof in Brevard 55+ communityThe worst of Hurricane Milton in Brevard County came from tornado damage in Cocoa Beach, but in the south end of the county, another community is still picking up the pieces.
EF-1 tornado confirmed in Cocoa Beach as Hurricane Milton swept through Central Florida
Read full article: EF-1 tornado confirmed in Cocoa Beach as Hurricane Milton swept through Central FloridaA confirmed EF-1 tornado touched down in Cocoa Beach as bands from Hurricane Milton swept through the area this week, according to the National Weather Service.
‘Takes a team to keep it clean:’ Volunteers for Saturday Brevard County beach cleanup
Read full article: ‘Takes a team to keep it clean:’ Volunteers for Saturday Brevard County beach cleanupTo celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day Saturday, Keep Brevard Beautiful is looking for more volunteers to get results picking up trash at popular parks.
Arrest made in bomb threat at Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School, police say
Read full article: Arrest made in bomb threat at Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School, police sayA ‘suspicious incident’ temporarily caused Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School to be evacuated on Tuesday afternoon, according to a news release.
13-year-old arrested at Cocoa Beach school in school shooting threat case
Read full article: 13-year-old arrested at Cocoa Beach school in school shooting threat caseA 13-year-old boy was pulled from class and arrested after Cocoa Beach police say the student threatened to shoot up a school online, according to a news release issued Monday.
These Central Florida cities were named ideal destinations for a 3-day weekend
Read full article: These Central Florida cities were named ideal destinations for a 3-day weekendBetween the famous attractions and the beautiful beaches, the Sunshine State sees a record number of visitors each year. However, there are some lesser-known aspects of Florida that draw tourists and are cherished by locals.
Brevard County ranks among areas with biggest jump in ocean temperature
Read full article: Brevard County ranks among areas with biggest jump in ocean temperatureBrevard County ocean temperatures are rising faster than other parts of the country, raising concerns about the impact of the warmer waters.
Sunshine, sand and water slides: Cocoa Beach attracts thousands for Fourth of July
Read full article: Sunshine, sand and water slides: Cocoa Beach attracts thousands for Fourth of JulyA beautiful Independence Day in Brevard County was marked by lots of sun and as expected every July 4: large crowds coming to beaches.
New food hall set to open in this Central Florida beach community. Here’s what we know
Read full article: New food hall set to open in this Central Florida beach community. Here’s what we knowA new, 27,000-square-foot food hall is set to break ground this fall in Cocoa Beach, according to a news release.
Cocoa Beach risks losing extra, seasonal lifeguards over funding argument with county
Read full article: Cocoa Beach risks losing extra, seasonal lifeguards over funding argument with countyAn argument between local governments over who pays what share of the costs to put lifeguards on beaches could mean fewer eyes on the water during the rest of spring break and the summer.
Cocoa Beach detectives stop serial scammer stealing from elderly
Read full article: Cocoa Beach detectives stop serial scammer stealing from elderlyIt was an incredible stroke of luck combined with solid detective work that stopped a serial scammer responsible for stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars, maybe millions, from the elderly across Central Florida, according to police.
These are the top restaurants in the US, per Yelp. Have you been to the 2 in Central Florida?
Read full article: These are the top restaurants in the US, per Yelp. Have you been to the 2 in Central Florida?Alongside Arizona and Texas, Florida has helped account for around 30% of the rankings for 2024.
Merritt Island man charged with DUI manslaughter in Cocoa Beach crash that killed Georgia woman
Read full article: Merritt Island man charged with DUI manslaughter in Cocoa Beach crash that killed Georgia woman36-year-old Mark Vannicola Jr. faces new charges in connection to a fatal crash on New Year's Eve in Cocoa Beach.
Florida company searching for great white sharks
Read full article: Florida company searching for great white sharksMost people try to stay away from Great White Sharks, but one Florida company said it is actually hunting for them along our coast. OCEARCH explains why and what it takes to find them in the ocean.