172,000 jobs added in May as US job market remains resilient despite Iran war

Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%. 

Man arrested after fight leads to deadly Brevard County shooting, deputies say

A 22-year-old man was arrested Thursday after an argument in Cocoa ended with a deadly shooting, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."

James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81

James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."

Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know

If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.

Naked man grabs DoorDash driver during delivery in Cocoa, police say

A 20-year-old man is accused of grabbing a female DoorDash driver during a food delivery Tuesday while he was "completely" naked, according to Cocoa police.

Walmart reopens in Palm Bay after suspected hoax bomb threat, police say

A Walmart store in Palm Bay has reopened, hours after it was evacuated and closed following what is believed to have been a hoax bomb threat, according to the Palm Bay Police Department. 

Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, sending measure to House

The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping immigration enforcement bill that would provide approximately $70 billion in additional funding for federal agencies responsible for border security and immigration enforcement. 

National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies

National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.

Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando
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Two suspects were arrested Thursday after a vehicle connected to a felony investigation in Sanford fled from deputies in Orange County, authorities said.

Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando

Two people were arrested Thursday after a confrontation that began with a crash in Sanford and ended with a traffic stop, vehicle pursuit and foot chase in downtown Orlando, authorities said.

Flagler County launches oyster garden project to improve water quality
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Flagler County is partnering with the nonprofit Oysters for My Neighborhood to install vertical oyster gardens at public docks in an effort to improve water quality and support marine life.

Florida man accused of sexually assaulting DoorDash driver in Cocoa
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A Brevard County man is accused of sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver after she delivered food to his Cocoa home, according to police.

Lynette Hooker: Dinghy found in search for missing American woman
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Investigators have seized a dinghy believed to be the last vessel used by missing American woman Lynette Hooker before she disappeared in the Bahamas two months ago.

Watch: Truck-driving preacher helps thwart alleged kidnapping

A woman was out for a walk when a man came from behind, handcuffed her and forced her into a car. Her dramatic escape was caught on dashboard camera.

Pet pantry closes in Palm Bay, nonprofit searches for new location

A free pet pantry that provided food, supplies and other necessities to pet owners in need has closed in Palm Bay after its operator was told it could no longer operate from a residential property.