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December 15, 2018
WATCH: Construction Temporarily Halted on Friday at Port Canaveral for Sea Turtle Rescue

December 15, 2018
WATCH: TSA Offers Travel Tips to Get You Through the Stressful Holiday Travel Period

December 15, 2018
VIDEO: NASA’s Juno Spacecraft Captures Images That Stun and Excite the Internet

December 14, 2018
Physician Partners of America Pain Relief Group Now Open in New Merritt Island Medical Pavilion

December 14, 2018
WATCH: Brevard County Commissioner Bryan Lober Working On Proposal To Help Ailing Indian River Lagoon

Mugshot of the Day

Arrests In Brevard County: December 14, 2018 – Suspects Presumed Innocent Until Proven Guilty

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The mugshots and arrest records published on SpaceCoastDaily.com are not an indication of guilt, or evidence that an actual crime has been committed.

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Photo of the Day

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Aurora Shimmer, Meteor Flash Haunted Skies Over Island of Kvaløya

Some night skies are serene and passive — others shimmer and flash. The later, in the form of auroras and meteors, haunted skies over the island of Kvaløya, near Tromsø Norway on 2009 December 13. This 30 second long exposure records a shimmering auroral glow gently lighting the wintery coastal scene.

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Video of the Day

VIDEO: Bodycam Footage Captures Illinois Police Officer Saving Suicidal Teenage Girl From Train

On December 7, 2018, at approximately 1:40 a.m. a Waukegan, Illinois Police Dispatch center (911) received a call reporting that a 17-year-old teenage girl was going to take her own life, by standing in front of a passing train.

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Featured Event

Much Awaited and Popular Merritt Island Christmas Boat Parade Set for Tonight

Boat parades are among the most celebrated holiday events on the Space Coast and the much awaited and popular Merritt Island Christmas Boat Parade is set for Saturday, December 15, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

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VIDEOS

WATCH: Construction Temporarily Halted on Friday at Port Canaveral for Sea Turtle Rescue

The Sea Turtle Preservation Society transported an ailing green sea turtle to Brevard Zoo on Friday morning after it was found nearly motionless in the waters near the construction site of Port Canaveral’s new Cruise Terminal 3.

WATCH: TSA Offers Travel Tips to Get You Through the Stressful Holiday Travel Period

We’re in the middle of the holiday season, and as many of us make final preparations to reunite with loved ones, we’d like to take time to remind you of some tips for packing and helpful pointers for your upcoming travel.

VIDEO: NASA’s Juno Spacecraft Captures Images That Stun and Excite the Internet

Images revealed during NASA’s Juno mission have captivated the internet. Space enthusiasts are quick to examine the colorful clouds of Jupiter — hoping to catch a hint of a familiar shape among the mesmerizing swirls.

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Tampa Bay Rays Could Be Leaving Florida With New Stadium Plan Dead, Dwindling Attendance

The only real question is what city is willing to pony up hundreds of millions to feed the MLB greed machine. Candidates most prominently mentioned: Montreal, Charlotte, Orlando, San Antonio, Portland, and Las Vegas.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Shore-Based Shark Fishing Update

At its December meeting in St. Augustine, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved draft changes to shark fishing regulations, including management changes for the shore-based shark fishery.

First Ever 16-Inch Softball League in Brevard County Coming to Cape Canaveral

The City of Cape Canaveral is currently registering players and teams for its first ever 16-inch softball league. A first of its kind in Brevard County, this fun-for-all sport is a great way to start the New Year off right. Players of all skill levels, ages 18 and older are welcome to join.

POLITICSMORE IN POLITICS >>

WATCH: Brevard County Commissioner Bryan Lober Working On Proposal To Help Ailing Indian River Lagoon

Newly-elected Brevard County Commissioner Bryan Lober has hit the ground running and on Thursday discussed the details with WFTV’s Melonie Holt of his proposal that could bring more nutrient monitoring stations to the ailing Indian River Lagoon.

Rick Lacey Reelected to Second Term as Chair of Brevard Republican Executive Committee

Rick Lacey was reelected to a second term as Chair of the Brevard Republican Executive Committee during the secret-ballot election held at the Brevard County School Board building in Viera on Wednesday evening.

Sen. Bill Nelson Delivers Farewell On Senate Floor After 46 Years of Government Service

After more than four decades of public service, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) delivered his farewell remarks on the Senate floor on Wednesday.

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Physician Partners of America Pain Relief Group Now Open in New Merritt Island Medical Pavilion

Dr. Jorge Fernandez-Silva, one of Florida’s most experienced pain medicine specialists leads the Physician Partners of America Pain Relief Group at the new Merritt Island Medical Pavilion, located at 450 E. Merritt Island Causeway.

AAA: Record-Setting 5.9 Million Floridians to Travel for Year-End Holidays

A record-setting 5.9 million Floridians will travel 50 miles or more for the final holidays of the year – the most since AAA began tracking holiday travel in 2001.

Brevard County Animal Services Offering Free Adoptions This Month, Thanks To Donations From Boniface Hiers

Brevard County Animal Services and Boniface Hiers have teamed up this month to offer free adoptions of dogs and cats for the month of December.

Man On Carnival Cruise Ship Reported Missing After Video Shows Him Go Overboard Off Florida Keys

Man On Carnival Cruise Ship Reported Missing After Video Shows Him Go Overboard Off Florida Keys

Walt Disney World Hotel Clerk Jamaica Adidja Hall Charged With Stealing Almost $49K

WATCH LIVE: Court Is Now In Session From the Brevard County Jail Complex

Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Real Life Grinches Stealing Toys From Donation Box

WATCH: Construction Temporarily Halted on Friday at Port Canaveral for Sea Turtle Rescue

Airman 1st Class Cynthia A. Schroll, Ph.D., Lands Job at Nuclear Treaty Monitoring Center at Patrick AFB

Merritt Island High Valedictorian Corey O’Hern’s Research Breakthrough Gains National Media Coverage

WATCH: TSA Offers Travel Tips to Get You Through the Stressful Holiday Travel Period

Students from Croton Elementary School Honor Melbourne Police School Resource Officers

VIDEO: NASA’s Juno Spacecraft Captures Images That Stun and Excite the Internet