Esther Bower
Esther Bower joined FOX 35 as a reporter in February 2023, and reports on Florida’s Space Coast part of our Brevard County news bureau.
While she didn’t grow up in the Sunshine State, she was born in Zephyrhills, Florida, making this a homecoming of sorts. Bower is a passionate journalist who is dedicated to connecting communities and empowering viewers.
Before joining FOX 35, she worked in Spokane, Washington, where she covered the tragic story of the four University of Idaho students who were murdered in their home, the sentencing for one of the first school shootings in the Inland Northwest, and the growing homelessness crisis on the West Coast.
Esther grew up in the farmland of Indiana, graduated from Ball State University, and studied at Northwestern University before starting her professional career. She loves the opportunity to bring people together and highlight humanity through stories of hope stemming from tragedy and neighbors supporting each other.
In her free time, she cherishes spending time with her family, trying new foods (the spicier the better!), running, dancing, and growing her faith. She’s so excited to call Central Florida home.
The latest from Esther Bower
Hero pups save family from overnight house fire in Palm Bay: 'Just very thankful'
A local couple dedicated to saving rescue dogs on the Space Coast had the tables turned on them when their four-legged friends woke them up to escape a dangerous house fire.
Blue Origin doubling launch pads at LC 36 following New Glenn Explosion: 'Picking up the speed'
Just months after a massive explosion rocked Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, new details reveal Blue Origin isn't just fixing the damaged launch site—it’s actually doubling the size of its footprint at Launch Complex 36.
Flock cameras: Former cop pushes for Palm Bay license plate reader shutdown
A former police officer who once supported Flock license plate readers is calling for the program to be shut down. The program is currently suspended in Palm Bay due to installation and permitting concerns.
SpaceX attempting Starship recovery in challenging ocean-rescue mission
SpaceX is attempting to bring its Starship rocket back to shore from the Indian Ocean, though CEO and founder Elon Musk said on X, "Unfortunately, ship recovery is not looking good right now."
Small cameras at Melbourne Beach spark privacy concerns: 'It's just like creepy'
Concerns over privacy are growing in Brevard County after surveillance cameras were installed on public beaches in Melbourne Beach.
Palm Bay suspends license plate cameras over permitting, installation concerns
The City of Palm Bay immediately suspended its license plate reader cameras – sometimes referred to as Flock cameras – following concerns that the cameras may have been installed without the proper city permits.
Vape detectors being installed in Brevard Public Schools bathrooms
A major vaping crackdown is underway across Brevard Public Schools. Teams across the district will soon install vape detectors in school bathrooms ahead of the school year.
Titusville police officer rescues family stuck in Indian River Lagoon during dangerous storm
A Titusville police officer is being hailed a hero after risking his own life to rescue a family caught in dangerous conditions during a sudden storm at Parrish Park along the Space Coast.
Florida mom, son recovering after deputies say intruder broke in, stabbed them with kitchen knives
"I don't feel safe anymore." | A Florida mom speaks out after intruder broke into her home Wednesday and stabbed her and son before barricading in the bedroom, deputies said.
Central Florida native heading to space with NASA's Crew-13 ISS Mission
A Volusia County native is preparing for his first mission to space. Luke Delaney is part of NASA's upcoming Crew 13 flight to the ISS. The Central Florida astronaut will join an international crew for the six-month mission.