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WATCH: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Provides a Hurricane Milton Update at State Emergency Operations Center Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. East central Florida should prepare for hurricane force winds, especially in gusts. In addition, the Storm Surge Warning is now in effect for Brevard Barrier Islands. Surge heights up to 5 feet will be possible. The tornado threat will increase beginning Wednesday. Preparations should be complete by Wednesday morning at the latest.

ORLANDO, Florida - Dana Hunter Calley, a 54-year-old from Cocoa, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for possessing a firearm or ammunition as a convicted felon and possessing unregistered silencers. U.S. District Judge Roy B. Dalton, Jr. delivered the sentence following Calley's conviction by a federal jury on June 10, 2024. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at Calley's residence on September 20, 2023, seizing four firearms, three silencers, and thousands of rounds of ammunition, according to evidence presented at trial. A second search warrant on April 5, 2024, led to the seizure of six silencers in various stages of production. At the time of these offenses, Calley was prohibited from possessing firearms under federal law due to his status as a convicted felon. The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Brevard County Sheriff's Office. It was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Diane Hu and Special Assistant United States Attorney Matthew Del Mastro. This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence, according to a press release from the Department of Justice.

BREVARD COUNTY • PORT CANAVERAL, FLORIDA – The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) has set Port Condition “YANKEE” for Port Canaveral: Sustained gale force winds are predicted within 24 hours ahead of Hurricane Milton. Port Canaveral is open and conducting limited Port operations...

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Peak hurricane season is here. Here are some steps to protect you and your family. Plan ahead. Know the location of local shelters and how you’ll evacuate if you don’t have a car. If you have family members with special medical needs, ask local officials if there’s a registry so they get help in the event of power outages.

Two Florida men have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a series of armed robberies targeting U.S. Postal Service letter carriers. The men, Bernard Jerome Davis III, 20, and Jalen Dennis Elliott, 19, both of Port St. Lucie, terrorized mail carriers across multiple Florida counties to steal their postal keys and gain access to mail.

ORLANDO, Fla. - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), and county emergency management officials are monitoring Hurricane Milton. Interstate lane closures and operations on active construction projects within the storm's projected path have been suspended. Contractors are securing work sites, removing unused traffic control devices, and inspecting drainage systems.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The following report highlights some cases the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission handled in Brevard County over the past week but does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. ■ Officer Snyder observed two individuals fishing at Kiwanis Park at...

BREVARD COUNTY— As hurricane season looms over Florida’s east coast, residents are turning to technology to help ease the stress of storm preparation. From ensuring their cars have a full tank of gas to stocking up on groceries, apps like GasBuddy and GetUpside have become essential resources, providing valuable tools to help residents plan smarter and save money when every second —and every dollar — counts.

BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – The Melbourne Police Community Relations Council announced that their annual community forum at the Joseph N. Davis Community Center is postponed due to Hurricane Milton. The event was originally set for October 10. A new date is to be announced. The Joseph...

Aging Matters in Brevard, which serves about 1,200 meals every weekday through Meals on Wheels and Seniors at Lunch sites, will get food to those using the services Tuesday before shutting down ahead of Hurricane Milton. No meals will be delivered on Wednesday and Thursday, and Seniors at Lunch sites countywide will be...

We urge residents to stay off the roads, especially at night. It’s difficult to see standing water or flooding in the dark, making it extremely dangerous for drivers. The Palm Bay Police Department and Palm Bay Fire Rescue will continue to respond to emergency calls as long as it is safe. But please understand, the winds in this storm will likely reach the 40-mph sustained strength preventing emergency vehicles from traveling.

Hey, Blue! facilitates meaningful connections between police officers and the community they serve by offering intentional opportunities for individuals to meet and share positive experiences. #HeyBlue. Brevard Prevention Coalition unites caring individuals throughout Florida’s Space Coast and Central Florida in the fight to reduce the personal and social damage caused...

MELBOURNE, Fla. — As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, a Space Coast-based private rescue team is ready to help save lives on Florida’s west coast. This team specializes in disaster areas using helicopters for hoist rescues and evacuations and boats for water rescues. After Hurricane Helene, it’s all hands-on...

Memory Kits are available for checkout. Memory Kits are specially designed activity kits that include resources and hands-on activities for persons living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other forms of cognitive impairment. Ukulele Night at the Merritt Island Library! Stop by the library on September 23 from 6-7:30PM for a...

BREVARD COUNTY • TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA – Hurricane Helene has devastated a large swatch of the nation, from Florida’s Big Bend up through Appalachia and into the American heartland. No one is more keenly aware than the musicians of the Tennessee Bluegrass Band, Brevard-bound for their scheduled Friday, October 25 concert for JT’s Bluegrass.

MELBOURNE — Get into the Halloween spirit and let yourself feel the chills of spooky apparitions at Green Gables with the return of its popular “Foggy Bluff Haunted Trail” event. For two weekends only, the grounds of the historic Wells home will be transformed for its scariest...

(Image credit: Damen Shipyards) Damen Shipyards has delivered a barge to the aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company Blue Origin. On September 4, the vessel arrived at its home port in Cape Canaveral, Florida, where it will support Blue Origin’s aerospace operations. The vessel—called Jacklyn—will be deployed as a...

HomeAid Orlando, Commence Logistics, Dan Grieb Home to Sell, 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty and More Team Up to Fight Homelessness. DENVER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / October 8, 2024 / Multiple leaders in Florida's new home industry have teamed up to build a benefit home in Brevard County that supports Central Floridians experiencing or at risk for homelessness.

BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – The Eastern Florida State College women’s volleyball team moves up one spot to No. 14 in the NJCAA Division I National Poll released on Monday. The Titans, who are 13-7, are ranked for the 15th consecutive week. Miami Dade College remains...

As the City of Palm Bay continues to monitor Hurricane #Milton, we encourage residents and businesses to have all your preparations completed by Wednesday morning, as conditions will deteriorate through the day on Wednesday. Prepare Now: • Ensure you have enough food, water, and supplies for 72 hours. • Avoid...