NASA veteran, 108, reflects on space progress leading up to Artemis II launch

As NASA prepares for its Artemis II mission, a Central Florida man who helped make the first moon landing possible is reflecting on decades of progress in space exploration.

Audit findings spark heated debate during Daytona Beach city commission meeting

A contentious city commission meeting stretched for hours Tuesday night as officials debated findings from a recent audit of the city’s fire department that raised concerns about spending and oversight.

NASA veteran reflects on space progress
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As NASA prepares for its Artemis II mission, a Central Florida man who helped make the first moon landing possible is reflecting on decades of progress in space exploration.

Audit findings spark heated debate in Daytona Beach
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A contentious city commission meeting stretched for hours Tuesday night as officials debated findings from a recent audit of the city’s fire department that raised concerns about spending and oversight.

Artemis II launches astronauts toward historic return to the moon
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NASA launched four astronauts into orbit Tuesday evening aboard its Orion spacecraft, marking a major step toward returning humans to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years.

Ted Bundy linked to unsolved 1974 death of Utah teen after new DNA testing

Utah officials on Wednesday announced that new DNA testing has linked infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy, to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime.

Experts describe Artemis II milestones, path to future missions
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Space experts say NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are settling into orbit and preparing for key early mission tasks following liftoff on a historic return to deep space exploration.

Jaguars coming to Orlando as fans prepare for ‘Duval’ chant
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The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to play in Orlando during the 2027 season. Camping World Stadium is expected to host large crowds, with many local fans experiencing an NFL game for the first time. Along with the games, fans are being introduced to the team’s signature “Duval” chant, a long-standing tradition tied to the Jaguars’ home county.

Voting rights groups challenge Florida citizenship proof law

Florida lawmakers sent two high-profile bills to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk Wednesday, addressing election requirements and the designation of “domestic terrorist organizations.”

Republican leaders in Congress announce plan to end Homeland Security shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune have announced a plan to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security and try to end a record partial government shutdown.

Wisconsin native journalist abducted in Baghdad after militia warning

Freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson, a Wisconsin native, was abducted in Baghdad, raising concern from family and colleagues after years reporting in Iraq and across the Middle East.

Artemis II live tracker: NASA astronauts lift off from Florida on moon mission

Artemis II lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Wednesday, sending four astronauts on a 10-day mission into deep space, around the moon, and back to Earth.

Artemis II rocket lifts off from Kennedy Space Center
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NASA’s Artemis II mission lifted off at 6:35 p.m. EDT from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39B, sending four astronauts aboard the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft on a journey around the Moon, officials said.

Supreme Court justices raise questions in Trump birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a landmark case challenging the scope of birthright citizenship, with early indications suggesting a number of justices may be skeptical of the Trump administration’s position.

Watch: Stolen Bud Light truck chase ends in crash with deputy’s patrol car

A two-county police chase involving a stolen Bud Light truck ended in a crash with a Vanderburgh County sheriff’s patrol car near Evansville, Indiana.

Artemis II: What is the flight termination system?

NASA officials encountered a brief communication issue with the flight termination system, a critical safety system needed before Artemis II could safely launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Artemis II: No sonic booms, but Florida Space Coast will hear rocket's roar at launch

When Artemis II lifts off from Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the rumble of the engines thrusting will be heard – and perhaps felt – by those closest to the launch pad, and as far away as Orlando. 

Artemis II: Son of Apollo 14 astronaut talks Artemis excitement
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Jack Roosa, the son of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Allen Roosa, talks with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the excitement ahead of Artemis II.  He talks about being 10 years old watching his dad fly in Apollo 14.