Florida teen’s cruise-ship death likely to be discussed at court hearing
Read full article: Florida teen’s cruise-ship death likely to be discussed at court hearingAs authorities investigate the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship, the Titusville teen’s father and stepmother are scheduled to appear in court in a separate matter.
Judge denies request to seal records in custody battle involving Anna Kepner’s ‘suspected murderer’ stepbrother
Read full article: Judge denies request to seal records in custody battle involving Anna Kepner’s ‘suspected murderer’ stepbrotherOn Wednesday, the judge overseeing the custody case denied Shauntel Kepner’s request to seal the records and prevent the parties from sharing information.
‘Suspected murder:’ Family says Titusville teen died of asphyxiation on Carnival cruise
Read full article: ‘Suspected murder:’ Family says Titusville teen died of asphyxiation on Carnival cruiseAnna Kepner’s stepmother is asking a judge to seal court records in a child custody case involving Kepner’s younger stepbrother who is under investigation for her “suspected murder” on a Carnival cruise ship, court documents show.
Armed man barricades in Titusville home, surrenders after SWAT response, police say
Read full article: Armed man barricades in Titusville home, surrenders after SWAT response, police sayA 22-year-old man was taken into custody Monday after police said he barricaded himself inside a residence while armed with a handgun and threatening family members.
Hundreds gather in Titusville to remember teen found dead on cruise ship
Read full article: Hundreds gather in Titusville to remember teen found dead on cruise shipHundreds of people filled the Grove Church on Thursday evening to honor the life of 18-year-old Brevard County resident Anna Kepner, whose death aboard a cruise ship earlier this month remains under federal investigation.
Court hearing: Stepbrother ‘suspect’ hospitalized after Anna Kepner’s death on cruise ship
Read full article: Court hearing: Stepbrother ‘suspect’ hospitalized after Anna Kepner’s death on cruise shipAmid an FBI probe into the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival cruise ship, the teen’s stepmother appeared at a court hearing Thursday involving custody of two children from her previous marriage. One of those children, a 16-year-old boy, has been described by his parents as a “suspect” in Anna Kepner’s death.
Stepbrother of woman who died on Carnival cruise now a suspect
Read full article: Stepbrother of woman who died on Carnival cruise now a suspectThe teenage stepbrother of an 18-year-old woman who died on a Carnival cruise ship is a suspect in the FBI investigation, according to court papers filed this week.
‘Lives are changed forever:’ Funeral for Anna Kepner to be held at Titusville church
Read full article: ‘Lives are changed forever:’ Funeral for Anna Kepner to be held at Titusville churchA church is preparing to welcome family, friends, and more in the community to celebrate the life of the Brevard County 18-year-old who died on a cruise ship.
16-year-old stepbrother ‘is a suspect’ in Titusville teen’s death on cruise ship, court documents show
Read full article: 16-year-old stepbrother ‘is a suspect’ in Titusville teen’s death on cruise ship, court documents showThe teenage stepbrother of Anna Kepner "is a suspect” in the 18-year-old’s death on a cruise ship, according to new court documents.
Step-sibling may be charged after Titusville teen mysteriously dies on Carnival cruise ship
Read full article: Step-sibling may be charged after Titusville teen mysteriously dies on Carnival cruise shipOver a week after an 18-year-old Titusville student was found dead aboard a Carnival cruise ship, new court documents show that one of her step-siblings may be investigated.
‘What happened to this poor girl:’ Community awaits FBI findings 1 week after Titusville teen’s death on cruise
Read full article: ‘What happened to this poor girl:’ Community awaits FBI findings 1 week after Titusville teen’s death on cruiseA week after a teenager died on a cruise, authorities still aren’t saying how Anna Kepner died.
‘Beautiful heart:’ Questions linger in cruise ship death as Florida family posts teen’s obituary
Read full article: ‘Beautiful heart:’ Questions linger in cruise ship death as Florida family posts teen’s obituaryAccording to media reports, Anna Kepner was on the Carnival Horizon when the ship docked in Miami on Saturday morning.
Titusville groups remember 18-year-old’s ‘big heart’ after death on Carnival cruise ship
Read full article: Titusville groups remember 18-year-old’s ‘big heart’ after death on Carnival cruise shipA Titusville community is in mourning after the reported death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who authorities say was aboard a Carnival cruise ship that returned to Port Miami over the weekend.
‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert says
Read full article: ‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert saysWhile the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
Over 100 roaches found inside this popular Orlando restaurant
Read full article: Over 100 roaches found inside this popular Orlando restaurantA dozen more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close their doors last week after a visit from a health inspector — including a popular eatery in Orlando’s Mills 50 district.
2 Titusville police officers injured when their vehicles collide en route to ‘disturbance call’
Read full article: 2 Titusville police officers injured when their vehicles collide en route to ‘disturbance call’Two Titusville police officers were injured after their patrol vehicles collided while responding to a “disturbance call” on Monday morning, according to a news release.
‘Free at last:’ Neighbors start driving again as floodwaters begin receding in hardest-hit parts of Brevard County
Read full article: ‘Free at last:’ Neighbors start driving again as floodwaters begin receding in hardest-hit parts of Brevard CountyA breakthrough for neighbors cut off from dry land since over the weekend. After 15 inches of rain fell in just 12 hours Sunday night, historic flooding is starting to recede in Titusville neighborhoods.
Heavy rain floods streets across Brevard County; here are the roads to avoid
Read full article: Heavy rain floods streets across Brevard County; here are the roads to avoidOvernight storms dumped several inches of rain across parts of Brevard County, flooding streets, stalling cars and sending emergency crews to dozens of calls for rescues and water intrusions.
Heavy rain slams Titusville as officials warn of hazardous conditions amid flash flood warnings
Read full article: Heavy rain slams Titusville as officials warn of hazardous conditions amid flash flood warningsOfficials in Titusville are asking residents to stay off of the roads as Sunday’s heavy rains have caused flooding throughout the city.
Flooding concerns grow in Brevard County as coastal flood warning remains in place
Read full article: Flooding concerns grow in Brevard County as coastal flood warning remains in placeSome neighborhoods in Brevard County are dealing with flood problems after heavy rain, strong winds, and higher-than-normal tides.
SPCA of Brevard County in need of fosters, adopters as shelter reaches full capacity
Read full article: SPCA of Brevard County in need of fosters, adopters as shelter reaches full capacityThe SPCA of Brevard County this week is asking the community to adopt or foster animals at the shelter as it deals with full capacity.
Titusville to weigh algae bloom study, stormwater fee hike for Indian River Lagoon
Read full article: Titusville to weigh algae bloom study, stormwater fee hike for Indian River LagoonTitusville city leaders are set to take a closer look at the health of the Indian River Lagoon during their regular council meeting Tuesday evening.
‘Just so hot:’ Some patients still receive treatment during AC repairs to Parrish Healthcare Center
Read full article: ‘Just so hot:’ Some patients still receive treatment during AC repairs to Parrish Healthcare CenterIn an area already with limited healthcare options, a clinic is suddenly mostly closed.
Titusville selects Tom Abbate to be new City Manager, promoting him from interim status
Read full article: Titusville selects Tom Abbate to be new City Manager, promoting him from interim statusThe Titusville City Council selected Tom Abbate as its new city manager, promoting him from the interim city manager position he was given in May, a news release stated.
Lawyers for ex-Brevard corrections deputy accused of killing Titusville woman seek to avoid death penalty
Read full article: Lawyers for ex-Brevard corrections deputy accused of killing Titusville woman seek to avoid death penaltyThe lawyers for an ex-Brevard County corrections deputy accused of killing a 72-year-old Titusville woman will ask a judge Friday to dismiss a motion seeking the death penalty.
New video from fatal Titusville police shooting offers different angle on officer response
Read full article: New video from fatal Titusville police shooting offers different angle on officer responseNewly-released video from the February shooting of a Titusville man by police gives a more complete view of the officer response that led to the man’s death.
Study reveals the least educated city in Florida. Here’s what that means
Read full article: Study reveals the least educated city in Florida. Here’s what that meansTo figure out which places were considered the “most educated,” researchers looked at factors like degree holders, local school quality, and nearby learning opportunities.
Body-camera video released after Titusville man fatally shot by police
Read full article: Body-camera video released after Titusville man fatally shot by policeEveryone will soon get to see exactly what happened the night Titusville police shot and killed 25-year-old Tri-marea Charles back in February.
Titusville police shooting that killed 25-year-old man ruled ‘lawful and justified’
Read full article: Titusville police shooting that killed 25-year-old man ruled ‘lawful and justified’The fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Titusville man by police in February was found “lawful and justified” after a monthslong investigation into the incident by the state attorney’s office.
Titusville man accused of sex battery with minor; additional victims possible, police say
Read full article: Titusville man accused of sex battery with minor; additional victims possible, police sayA 20-year-old Titusville man was arrested after luring a minor into the woods and sexually battering them, according to the police department.
Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Read full article: Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s OfficeFunded by a generous grant of over $35,000 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the new gear includes an inflatable shelter, insulation liner, a cooling and heating system, lighting, and various accessories.
Man arrested in Titusville accused of indecent exposure. More victims possible, police say
Read full article: Man arrested in Titusville accused of indecent exposure. More victims possible, police sayA registered sex offender who was arrested in Titusville is accused of exposing and touching himself while sitting in a vehicle, police said, adding investigators believe there may be other victims.
Titusville leaders ask police to let mother see video of shooting which killed her son
Read full article: Titusville leaders ask police to let mother see video of shooting which killed her sonA Titusville woman said she spent her Mother’s Day at her son’s grave site, still looking for closure on how he died.
‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discovered
Read full article: ‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discoveredOver two months after a missing Titusville woman’s charred remains were discovered, investigators have released handwritten notes belonging to the man accused of killing her.
Titusville begins process of removing fluoride from drinking water, city says
Read full article: Titusville begins process of removing fluoride from drinking water, city saysThe city of Titusville says it’s already begun the process of removing fluoride from its water supply in light of SB 700, the bill sent to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis which calls for just that and more.
State seeks death penalty against ex-Brevard corrections deputy accused of killing Titusville woman
Read full article: State seeks death penalty against ex-Brevard corrections deputy accused of killing Titusville womanThe state attorney’s office will seek the death penalty against an ex-Brevard County corrections deputy accused of killing a 72-year-old Titusville woman.
REPORT: Here are 9 Florida cities where you can live off Social Security alone
Read full article: REPORT: Here are 9 Florida cities where you can live off Social Security aloneWith so many people moving to Florida over the past few years, it’s little surprise that housing costs have become a big concern for many.
Trooper Steve on Patrol previews Wheels in Motion car show in Titusville this weekend
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol previews Wheels in Motion car show in Titusville this weekendWe’re kicking off the excitement with a live stream featuring special guests from the Wheels in Motion team, where we’ll chat about what makes this annual event so special.
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.
Roaches, sewage and more — Here’s why these Central Florida restaurants were forced to close
Read full article: Roaches, sewage and more — Here’s why these Central Florida restaurants were forced to closeLast week, nearly a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a state health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Driver accused of DUI after crash in Titusville kills pedestrian, police say
Read full article: Driver accused of DUI after crash in Titusville kills pedestrian, police sayA driver faces a charge of DUI manslaughter after his pickup truck fatally struck a man crossing the street in Titusville, according to police.
New air ambulance takes flight in Brevard County as Rockledge Hospital closure nears
Read full article: New air ambulance takes flight in Brevard County as Rockledge Hospital closure nearsHealth First launched its second air ambulance, First Flight 2, this week. The new helicopter is officially in service and will be based in northern Brevard County. The plan for the new air ambulance had been in the works for years, but the timing of the launch couldn’t be better.
NASA Causeway Bridge opens 6 months ahead of schedule, providing boost to space industry
Read full article: NASA Causeway Bridge opens 6 months ahead of schedule, providing boost to space industryThe bridge, which is 4,025 feet over the Indian River, will connect the mainland to Kennedy Space Center, and is expected to enhance transportation for both residents and the ever-growing space industry.
‘Everybody’s Jessie’s best friend:’ Jessie Kirk remembered at Titusville vigil
Read full article: ‘Everybody’s Jessie’s best friend:’ Jessie Kirk remembered at Titusville vigilAs the sun set over Sand Point Park in Titusville Friday night, hundreds of people stood in respectful silence, as they listened to stories about Jessie Kirk, the beloved philanthropist whom police say was murdered last week.
Crowds gather for Starlink launch, disappointed as Crew-10 scrubbed
Read full article: Crowds gather for Starlink launch, disappointed as Crew-10 scrubbedHundreds of spectators gathered at Space View Park in Titusville, eager to witness the launch of Crew-10. But just before liftoff, excitement turned to disappointment as the mission was scrubbed.
Questions remain a month after Titusville Police shoot, kill 25-year-old man
Read full article: Questions remain a month after Titusville Police shoot, kill 25-year-old manMore than a month has passed since a 25-year-old man was shot and killed by police in Titusville — and some residents are still searching for answers on what exactly happened.
Ex-Brevard corrections deputy now facing murder charge in death of missing Titusville woman Jessie Kirk
Read full article: Ex-Brevard corrections deputy now facing murder charge in death of missing Titusville woman Jessie KirkDays after a missing Titusville woman’s remains were found, the man accused of stealing her vehicle now faces a murder charge in her death, police announced on Monday.
Space Perspective is vacating Titusville airport, interim CEO says
Read full article: Space Perspective is vacating Titusville airport, interim CEO saysThe beleaguered balloon-based tourism startup Space Perspective is in the process of vacating Space Coast Regional Airport after some months spent fighting eviction.
Ex-deputy stalked missing Titusville woman’s niece, court records allege
Read full article: Ex-deputy stalked missing Titusville woman’s niece, court records allegeA former Brevard County corrections deputy arrested in connection with the disappearance of 72-year-old Jessie Kirk is under a restraining order for allegedly stalking the missing woman’s niece last year, court records show.
Titusville woman missing under ‘highly suspicious circumstances;’ car found burned
Read full article: Titusville woman missing under ‘highly suspicious circumstances;’ car found burnedTitusville police are looking for answers after a 72-year-old woman was reported missing and her burned vehicle was later found, according to a news release.
Brevard County school soccer coach in sex battery case gets community control, probation in plea deal
Read full article: Brevard County school soccer coach in sex battery case gets community control, probation in plea dealA Titusville man who was accused of having a sexual relationship with one of the players on the high school girl’s soccer team he coached took a plea deal this week that will keep him out of prison.
Titusville police officers threatened after shooting death of man, chief says; 1 arrested
Read full article: Titusville police officers threatened after shooting death of man, chief says; 1 arrestedThe tension in Titusville continues to escalate in the wake of a shooting in which a 25-year-old man died at the hands of police officers.
‘We want the whole picture:’ Titusville residents demand more answers at NAACP meeting about police shooting
Read full article: ‘We want the whole picture:’ Titusville residents demand more answers at NAACP meeting about police shootingTri-Marea Charles' death is now the subject of a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) investigation, but very few details have been publicly released, fueling the anger in the community.
Titusville mayor calls for unity after deadly police shooting, urges transparency
Read full article: Titusville mayor calls for unity after deadly police shooting, urges transparencyPolice haven’t said exactly what happened, but as the community awaits the findings of the FDLE investigation, the mayor is calling for unity.
Protestors shut down Titusville city meeting after officer-involved shooting ends with 1 dead
Read full article: Protestors shut down Titusville city meeting after officer-involved shooting ends with 1 deadProtestors flooded a Titusville City Council meeting on Tuesday evening after a man died last week following an officer-involved shooting.
300 new jobs expected in Titusville as US Navy awards millions to Lockheed Martin
Read full article: 300 new jobs expected in Titusville as US Navy awards millions to Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin has been awarded $383 million from the U.S. Navy and is expected to bring around 300 highly-skilled jobs to Titusville with the completion of a new production facility.
‘Everyone is scared:’ Crowd rallies against new immigration bill passed by Florida lawmakers
Read full article: ‘Everyone is scared:’ Crowd rallies against new immigration bill passed by Florida lawmakersOne day after Florida lawmakers passed a new immigration act, a crowd gathered near Lake Eola in downtown Orlando to show support for immigrants' rights.
DeSantis vows to veto Florida’s TRUMP Act on immigration, calling it ‘too weak’
Read full article: DeSantis vows to veto Florida’s TRUMP Act on immigration, calling it ‘too weak’At a roundtable Wednesday morning at the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office in Titusville, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed to veto the new immigration act the legislature passed Tuesday.
Future of Space Perspective up in the air as company owes $90k in unpaid rent at Titusville airport, documents show
Read full article: Future of Space Perspective up in the air as company owes $90k in unpaid rent at Titusville airport, documents showThe future of the giant balloon that planned to take people to the edge of space from Brevard County is unknown after court records show the company behind the audacious plan was served an eviction notice on Friday.
Titusville environmentalists vow to fight court’s water ruling
Read full article: Titusville environmentalists vow to fight court’s water rulingLocal environmentalists are speaking out after a ruling from a three-judge panel of the 5th District Court of Appeal rejected a Titusville “right to clean water” city charter amendment.
Court rejects voter-approved ‘right to clean water’ in Titusville
Read full article: Court rejects voter-approved ‘right to clean water’ in TitusvilleAn appeals court has rejected a voter-approved measure that sought to establish a “right to clean water” in the Brevard County community of Titusville, saying it conflicted with state law.
Ex-Titusville police officer gets 5 years probation for shooting man in back of head
Read full article: Ex-Titusville police officer gets 5 years probation for shooting man in back of headA former police officer who shot a man in the back of the head when, against policy, he fired both his Taser and his gun will spend five years on probation.