Florida's DOGE being requested in Cocoa Beach
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Strangers find lost family heirloom at Cocoa Beach
A priceless heirloom that was swept out to sea on a family vacation in Central Florida has been recovered in Cocoa Beach. Two men were able to recover the missing necklace using metal detectors, and it has now been returned to its rightful owners.
Welding and Wine at Gem Industries
Welding and Wine. It doesn't seem like they go together, but it's Florida. So, anything goes, especially during Women In Construction Week. FOX 35's Caroline Coles joins us live from Gem industries in Cocoa to tell us about the event.
Florida teacher arrested in alleged drunken house party investigation resigns
The elementary school teacher accused of berating officers and being present at a drunken house party with kids resigned from teaching at Brevard Public Schools on Friday.
Gun, drugs and alcohol found at high school party
A new report states almost 200 teens were at the party that led to the arrest of a Brevard County elementary school principal and teacher.
Florida elementary school principal, teacher arrested after hosting house party with underage drinking: Police
The principal of a Florida elementary school and a third-grade teacher have been arrested, facing multiple charges stemming from an open house party where more than 100 kids attended and some of whom consumed alcohol, police say.
Frustration mounts in Cocoa Beach over FEMA response following tornado
More than a week after a tornado touched down, frustration is growing among Cocoa Beach residents as they struggle to rebuild their homes and businesses with limited help from FEMA.
Shark bites surfer 'Gnarly Charley' in New Smyrna Beach: 'I could just feel it go clamp'
New Smyrna Beach is living up to it's name of Shark Bite Capital of the world after another reported shark bite.
Mystery surfer who rescued pigeon from ocean found
A mystery in Cocoa Beach has been solved! FOX 35 helped track down the surfer who was caught on camera saving a bird struggling in the sea.
Body found inside car in Cocoa Beach
A body was found inside a car near the Cocoa Beach rec center, police said
Woman impaled by umbrella while sunbathing at Cocoa Beach: Police
A woman was recently impaled by an umbrella while sunbathing at Cocoa Beach, police say.
Cocoa Beach removing some lifeguards
Cocoa Beach is removing some seasonal lifeguards since the county and city cannot agree on who should pay for them.
Rip currents increasing in strength, frequency
Rip currents are increasing in strength in Cocoa Beach putting officials in high alert.
Cocoa Beach may adopt new sound ordinance
Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase “quiet hours” in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don’t see the events as a bother.
Brevard County condo inspections increase
Oceanfront views and spacious condos make for Florida’s ideal landing spot. Now that idea has turned into a source of anxiety. Engineers like Jim Emory are working on the sidelines of safety.
FAA investigating emergency landing at Cocoa Beach
The Federal Aviation Administration is now investigating after a plane at the Cocoa Beach Air Show had to make an emergency landing in the water.
City of Cocoa Beach to discuss BYOB drinking restrictions proposal
A new proposal would mean no more BYOB in certain areas of the beach during peak season, which starts in February and goes to September.
3 charged in 2019 Cocoa Beach motel shooting
Cocoa Beach police officers have made arrests in a deadly shooting at an area hotel that occurred in Nov. 2019.
Dangerous jellyfish spotted at Cocoa Beach
Officials are warning of a dangerous jellyfish found off Cocoa Beach. In rare cases, box jellyfish can be deadly.