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Friday, July 17, 2026 · Brevard County
Broward Brush Blaze: What We Know So Far About Recent Fire Activity
A brush fire in Broward County has prompted a multi-unit emergency response, with no immediate confirmed details on injuries or cause.
Hollywood Broadwalk Emergency: Update on Cardiac Arrest Call
A medical emergency unfolded on the North Broadwalk in Hollywood less than an hour ago, following reports of a cardiac arrest, with emergency services likely still on scene.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Crews Respond to Brush Fire in Broward County
Crews responded to a brush fire in Broward County Thursday evening. This is a developing story.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cardiac Arrest Reported on N Broadwalk & Harding St in Hollywood
Emergency responders dispatched to a cardiac arrest incident on N Broadwalk & Harding St in Hollywood.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Utility Work Closes Broadcast Court Lanes Through Aug. 25
Lane closures on Broadcast Court continue through Aug. 25 as crews perform utility work 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Rockledge High Officer Named Florida's Top School Employee
Chris Hattaway, school resource officer at Rockledge High, has been named Florida's 2026 School-Related Employee of the Year for his work building student relationships and creating mental health support programs.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Port Canaveral Gets $20M Federal Grant for Cargo Berth Upgrades
Port Canaveral secures $20.21 million in federal funding to upgrade two cargo berths handling more than half the port's annual fuel shipments. Construction begins in early 2027.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cape Canaveral Becomes Sixth Florida City to Earn TsunamiReady Certification
Cape Canaveral earned TsunamiReady certification on May 19, becoming Florida's sixth city with the designation. The certification lowers flood insurance premiums and strengthens preparedness for potential tsunami threats to the Atlantic coast.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cape Canaveral Becomes Sixth Florida City to Earn TsunamiReady Certification
Cape Canaveral earned TsunamiReady certification, becoming Florida's sixth city in the voluntary program. Residents will see lower flood insurance premiums as the city prepares for the rare threat of Atlantic tsunamis.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Police Chief Collier to Address Gun Violence Prevention Tonight in Cocoa
Cocoa Police Chief Evander Collier IV addresses gun violence prevention tonight at The Real Church, with testimony from adults who lost loved ones to firearm violence as children.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cocoa Police Collects 47 Guns, Recovers Stolen Firearm at Buyback Event
The Cocoa Police Department collected 47 firearms at a buyback event Friday, including one weapon stolen from Rockledge that will be returned to its owner.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Stone Street Closure Between Fiske and Pineapple Extends Through Mid-June
Stone Street closure between Fiske Boulevard and Pineapple Avenue continues through mid-June for FDOT safety work.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cocoa Beach Fertilizer Ban Starts June 1 to Protect Indian River Lagoon
Cocoa Beach residents must stop applying nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers from June 1 through September 30 to prevent nutrients from polluting the Indian River Lagoon through stormwater runoff.
Friday, July 17, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Friday, July 17, 2026
SR 520 Closed in Cocoa After Train Strikes Pedestrian
SR 520 closed in both directions at US 1 and Blake Avenue in Cocoa after a train struck a pedestrian. Drivers should use Dixon Boulevard or Rosa Jones Avenue to bypass the area.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Cocoa Beach Country Club Welcomes Locals and Visitors
Cocoa Beach Country Club welcomes locals and visitors to its 27-hole golf course, full-service restaurant, and special event spaces.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Melbourne Alumni Tailgate Returns October 12
Melbourne alumni celebrate Homecoming with a tailgate on October 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Friday, July 17, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Friday, July 17, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Friday, July 17, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Friday, July 17, 2026