Cocoa Beach asking Florida DOGE to investigate how tourism taxes are being spent
Cocoa Beach leaders are considering a resolution that would invite the newly-created Florida State Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) task force to get involved in the local government’s affairs.
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.
Winn-Dixie grocery store evacuated over hoax bomb threat, officials say
A Winn-Dixie grocery store in Cocoa Beach, Florida, was the apparent target of a hoax bomb threat, officials said Sunday. A second location in Sebring, Florida, also received a false threat on Sunday, officials said.
Cocoa Beach metal detectors help family reunite with priceless heirloom lost at sea
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.
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.
Florida man accused of indecent exposure at Cocoa Beach park
A Titusville man was arrested on Wednesday, accused of exposing himself in a public park earlier this month.
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.
Cocoa Beach rental property owners frustrated over sharp increase in fees
Property owners looking to operate vacation rentals in Cocoa Beach are going to have to shell out thousands more dollars now that the city is increasing fees.
Cocoa Beach considering 300% fee hikes for property owners to crack down on short term rentals
Huge fee hikes could be coming to short-term rental owners in Cocoa Beach as the city tries to keep tourists from taking over the town.
School safety measure finds student's hidden gun, officials say
A student attempting to bring a handgun onto Cocoa High School’s campus was apprehended Monday morning after being detected by the school’s OPENGATE Weapons Detection system, school officials confirmed.
Former Cocoa Beach police officer sentenced to seven years in prison
Former Cocoa Beach Police officer, Patrick Kelly, was sentenced to seven years in prison after he pleaded no-contest in court Monday.
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.
Vehicle fire causes traffic backup on I-95 southbound, 2 lanes expected to remain closed through evening
Troopers have reported a vehicle fire has caused traffic backup on I-95 southbound in the Brevard County area, with two lanes expected to remain closed through the evening.
Brevard County tables controversial proposal for resort's exclusive use of Cocoa Beach park
The Brevard County Commission voted Tuesday to table a proposal from a new hotel seeking exclusive use of portions of Lori Wilson Park for private events.
Pushback grows over Cocoa Beach resort's plan to rent public park for up to 100 days a year
A new $400 million-plus hotel in Cocoa Beach is facing opposition to its plans to rent a nearby public park for up to 100 days a year.
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.
Power lines down, major damage reported as Milton hits Cocoa Beach
Power lines are down and major flooding and damage have been reported in Cocoa Beach, city leaders said Wednesday evening.
Brevard County Commission approves new lifeguard funding plan
In a decision aimed at keeping swimmers safe, the Brevard County Commission voted Tuesday on how to fund lifeguard services for the upcoming fiscal year.