Engineers considering new 'living seawall' to protect Volusia County beaches
Researchers at Embry-Riddle University are working on something they’re calling a "living seawall."
Family dog killed, man hospitalized in alleged attack by neighbor’s dogs in Volusia County
A dog is dead, and a man is hospitalized after the family says they were attacked by two dogs while out for a walk in DeBary, Florida.
West Melbourne City Council race could come down to coin toss because of tie
A coin toss could decide who wins the West Melbourne City Council race.
Trump Second Term Takes Shape
Donald Trump names controversial congressman Matt Gaetz as his pick for Attorney General, sending shockwaves through Washington and his own party. Battleground examines this explosive choice and what it means for the Justice Department's future. Plus, as Trump's immigration team takes shape with hardliners Tom Homan and Steven Miller, we explore the reality of proposed mass deportations and their potential economic impact. The show concludes with exclusive focus group insights revealing why swing state vo
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
Republicans gain control of presidency, House and Senate
With Republicans now holding full control of the government, they have a clear path to pursue major immigration reforms, tax cuts, and judicial appointments, all aligned with President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.
K-9 helps take down suspect after break-in in Cocoa
A Cocoa police officer and K-9 teamed up to capture a suspect who fled after allegedly breaking into a home on Jackson Street.
FAA flight ban grounds relief, families in Haiti during holiday season
Hundreds of families expecting loved ones from Haiti for the holidays face disappointment as an FAA ban on all flights in and out of the country has halted travel.
Commissioner hopes to make Brevard a 'Bill of Rights sanctuary county'
Brevard County Commissioner Rob Feltner has proposed an ordinance that would make Brevard a so-called "Bill of Rights sanctuary county."
Central Florida residents still struggle with Hurricane Milton debris as another tropical system looms
With a new tropical system potentially threatening Florida in the coming days, the area still bears the scars from Hurricane Milton, with streets lined with debris more than a month after the storm swept through.
Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Donald Trump nominates him for Attorney General
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has resigned from Congress, hours after President-elect Donald Trump announced he would be nominated for Attorney General.
Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State
Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.
Biden, Trump meet at the White House for transition talks
Before he comes back for good on Inauguration Day, Donald Trump returned to the White House briefly at the invitation of President Joe Biden.
Tariffs, Courts & Cabinet Pick
As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder
Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?
The president-elect is starting to fill out key positions in his administration including selecting Susie Wiles as his new chief of staff. Here are some of his other picks.
Police say man hid in attic of Orlando apartment complex storage unit
Police responding to strange noises at an Orlando apartment complex found a man hiding in the attic of a storage unit, they said.
Aerospace leaders eye projects to increase launches along Space Coast
State aerospace leaders have outlined major upgrades around Cape Canaveral as they look to build on this year’s record number of launches, which were boosted Monday by the liftoff of two Falcon 9 rockets.
Florida homeowners told storm-damaged properties 'not worth fixing'
Hundreds of Volusia County residents have received letters declaring their hurricane-damaged homes beyond repair.
Florida man accused of stalking, hiding tracker on ex's car, police say
A man is accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend and hiding a tracker in her car for several months in Cocoa Beach.
Invest 99L to become tropical depression this week; models show possible path to Florida
A tropical depression is likely to develop by Wednesday in the central Caribbean, with a possible upgrade to a tropical storm by Thursday and potentially a hurricane by Friday.