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The Falcon 9 rocket is seen at Cape Canaveral’s Space Launch Complex 40 before launching the BlueBird 1-5 mission on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. (SpaceX)

SpaceX successfully launches another batch of Starlink satellites

The Starlink Group 12-21 mission sent 21 Starlink satellites into space.

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Brevard County19 hours ago

The instantaneous launch of the Crew-10 mission is set to take place at Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. (Spectrum News/Anthony Leone)

NASA, SpaceX scrubs Crew-10 launch, will try again Friday

The next attempt will be no earlier than Friday at 7:03 p.m. ET.

Brevard County20 hours ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

An American flag flies over the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, File)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Florida DOGE push targets lieutenant governor's office, and lawmakers want to let 18-year-olds buy long guns again

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:52

Florida22 hours ago

CLASSES CANCELED

The Southwest Florida Water Management District said they had a controlled burn at Starkey Wilderness Preserve Tuesday to prevent future wildfires. Smoke from the burn caused classes at River Ridge Middle and High Schools to be canceled on Wednesday in New Port Richey. (Spectrum News)

CLASSES CANCELED

CLASSES CANCELED

Controlled burn smoke cancels classes at River Ridge High and Middle schools

According to Pasco County school officials, it was determined it was not safe to host classes on campus due to smoke in classrooms.

1:52

Pasco County1 day ago

Super Nintendo World merchandise at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, opening on May 22, 2025. (Courtesy of Universal Orlando)

Universal Orlando reveals first look at new merchandise coming to Epic Universe

The highly anticipated park is set to open on May 22, and will include five themed worlds.

Orlando1 day ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

NASA Headquarters (Spectrum News)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Federal lawmakers take on government funding, and talks to end the war in Ukraine advance

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:51

Florida1 day ago

Theresa Smith-Levin with Central Florida Vocal Arts meets Spectrum News 13 in Winter Park to talk about funding cuts for the arts. (Spectrum News)

Central Florida group hits Tallahassee to get more funding for the arts

Gov. DeSantis cut $32 million in least year's budget.

2:32

Orange County2 days ago

RELATIVITY SPACE

Construction is underway at Launch Complex 16 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base, including laying new foundations, installing piles, and pouring concrete for the Terran R launch pad and supporting facilities. The rocket is set to make its inaugural flight in 2026. (Relativity Space)

RELATIVITY SPACE

RELATIVITY SPACE

Relativity Space begins flight production of 3D-printed Terran R rocket

The rocket will make its inaugural flight in 2026.

Brevard County2 days ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

NASA Headquarters (Spectrum News)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: China strikes back against Trump's tariffs, and Rubio confirms the purge of USAID programs is complete

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:12

Florida2 days ago

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is home to many popular roller coasters, such as

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announces spring deal on tickets, Fun Cards and annual passes

The offer is now available through March 16.

Orlando3 days ago

GENETICS & HEART DISEASE

Andrew Emerton, 26, in the hospital following sudden cardiac arrest from a rare heart gene. (Photo Courtesy: The Emerton Family)

GENETICS & HEART DISEASE

GENETICS & HEART DISEASE

Rare heart gene brings on sudden cardiac arrest for Bay area father and son

Saved by a team of BayCare doctors, Clay and Andrew Emerton are just discovering what the future holds now that they know about the rare gene.

4:18

Tampa4 days ago

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Foundation Academy's Alex Nichols going through a dribbling workout. (Spectrum Sports 360/Brandon Green)

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Foundation Academy sophomore completes comeback season with FACA 'Player of the Year' award

This past summer, Alex Nichols thought his basketball career was over after breaking his sternum.

2:21

Orlando4 days ago

POSSIBLE HOTEL FEE

Seminole County commissioners will be giving their final vote on an additional fee to hotel stays on March 11. The funds would help pay for the construction of a new indoor sports complex. (Spectrum News)

POSSIBLE HOTEL FEE

POSSIBLE HOTEL FEE

Seminole County commissioners to give final vote to add fees to hotels Tuesday

If passed, the funds would help pay for the construction of an indoor sports complex project.

2:29

Seminole County4 days ago

Caring for goats and chickens on five acres of farmland was not one of Walter L. Smith II’s long-term goals. Yet, the environmental scientist says it has reconnected him with his roots. (Spectrum News/Fadia Patterson)

Tampa family trades in city life for farming

The Smith family now owns Blackstone Farm, where they plan to specialize in organic foods.

2:57

Citrus County4 days ago

(AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Mental health impacts of starting Daylight Saving Time

The time change can impact more than just your sleep schedule.

2:55

Florida5 days ago

16-year-old Miranda Corsette (Courtesy of St. Petersburg Police Department)

2 in custody after girl's body dismembered, St. Pete police say

Authorities said 16-year-old Miranda Corsette was lured through a social media app to meet a 35-year-old man. She was later killed, police say.

Pinellas County5 days ago

Shelly Asbury (left) and her parents, Stanley and Eva Bartholomew. (Spectrum News/Sarah Blazonis)

With dementia cases projected to double, advocates warn of possible strain on resources

The study from NYU Langone Health predicts one million Americans will develop dementia in 2060, up from 514,000 in 2020.

4:12

Tampa5 days ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

NASA Headquarters (Spectrum News)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Trump considers new sanctions on Russia, and lawmakers react to a potential move by NASA

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

19:30

Florida5 days ago

Work continues on the Neil Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building where the Orion spacecraft has been mated to the European Service Module, where it will provide electricity, water, oxygen and nitrogen. (Spectrum News/Anthony Leone)

NASA shows off Artemis II moon rocket

Work continues on the Neil Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building where the Orion spacecraft has been mated to the European Service Module.

Brevard County6 days ago

Intuitive Machines confirmed Friday, March 7, that its Nova-C lunar lander named Athena is dead after it landed inside a crater, 250 meters from its intended landing site in the Mons Mouton region of the lunar south pole. (Courtesy: Intuitive Machines)

Intuitive Machines’ Athena dies after landing in a moon crater, 250 meters from its intended destination

The NOVA-C lunar lander achieved a successful moon landing despite arriving in the wrong location.

Brevard County6 days ago

CREW-10 MISSION

NASA's Crew-10 mission members include (from left) Mission Specialist Kirill Peskov of Roscosmos; Pilot Nicole Ayers and Commander Anne McClain, both NASA astronauts; and Mission Specialist Takuya Onishi from JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency). (Courtesy: NASA)

CREW-10 MISSION

CREW-10 MISSION

NASA and SpaceX prepare for Crew-10 launch to the International Space Station

The arrival of Crew-10 at the ISS will allow for Crew-9 and the "stranded" Starliner astronauts to return home to Earth.

2:02

Brevard County6 days ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

The roof of the Tropicana Field is damaged the morning after Hurricane Milton hit the region, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: A new proposal could change Florida ballot amendments, and Trump exempts some Mexican imports from tariffs

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

21:06

Florida6 days ago

STARSHIP EIGHTH TEST

The famed 397-foot-tall (121 meter) Starship launched from the company’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, on Thursday, March 06, 2025. (SpaceX)

STARSHIP EIGHTH TEST

STARSHIP EIGHTH TEST

Ground stops lifted for airports across Florida after SpaceX confirms 'rapid unscheduled disassembly' of Starship

After a Thursday night launch, SpaceX lost contact with Starship after losing altitude control.

1:33

Brevard County6 days ago

The 14-foot- (4.3-meter) tall Nova-C lunar lander’s touched down about 100 miles (161 kilometers) from the moon’s South Pole at a location known as Mons Mouton. The photo here was taken as the lander was orbiting the moon with Earth seen in a distance. (Intuitive Machines)

NASA searches Delaware-sized area of the moon for Athena after lunar landing

Intuitive Machines' lunar lander has successfully touched down on the moon. NASA is still working to determine its position and location.

6:50

Brevard County1 week ago

Liz Gabrick was ticketed multiple times by this school zone speed camera. She claims it isn't located where it should be, a statement backed up by a county commissioner. (Spectrum Bay News 9/Julia Hazel)

Manatee County leaders, ticketed driver react to shut down of school speed zone cams

More than 55,000 drivers were issued citations from the speed detection cameras in school zones in the county.

2:22

Manatee County1 week ago

DON CESAR REOPENING

The Don CeSar will reopen March 26, according to an announcement from resort officials. (FILE IMAGE)

DON CESAR REOPENING

DON CESAR REOPENING

Don CeSar set for late March reopening

The Don CeSar will reopen March 26, according to an announcement from resort officials. Overnight stays will be available starting April 1.

Pinellas County1 week ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

The roof of the Tropicana Field is damaged the morning after Hurricane Milton hit the region, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Lawmakers prepare to raise questions in insurance investigation, and a new proposal could make flood preparations cheaper

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

19:26

Florida1 week ago

FLOODING CONTROL

City of Apopka council members approved the Border Lake Pumping Plan, which officials say will help manage water levels in a number of Apopka lakes. (Spectrum News/Devin Martin)

FLOODING CONTROL

FLOODING CONTROL

Apopka city leaders approve project to control water levels

City officials are trying to get a step ahead of managing water levels before hurricane season approaches.

1:54

Orange County1 week ago

Spectrum presented a $10,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant to Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay supporting their Senior Technology program. The organization has received digital education funding for the last four years from Spectrum, totaling $41,000. In the photo (left to right) - Gene Scheid, Senior Field Technical and Safety Trainer at Spectrum; Miles Springer, Senior Field Technical and Safety Trainer at Spectrum; Lou Riley, Vice President of Regional Engineering and Field Operations at Spectrum; David Garcia, Director of State Government Affairs at Spectrum; Harry Cohen, Commissioner of Hillsborough County; Robin Ingles, CEO of Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay; and Lorelie Johnson, Director of Communications at Spectrum. (Photo Courtesy: Spectrum)

Bay area nonprofit receives check from Spectrum for digital education classes

Seniors in Service was presented with a $10,000 check from Spectrum to help with seniors with digital access.

Tampa1 week ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis smiles at the audience during his State of the State speech on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. (Spectrum News)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Florida lawmakers hit the ground running with a plan to investigate property insurance company profits

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

24:06

Florida1 week ago

A total of 55,243 Notices of Violation have been issued by the vendor for the camera program, RedSpeed, according to a news release from the county. (Spectrum News File Image)

Manatee commissioners vote to end school zone camera program

The program's end takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday. Commissioners on Tuesday voted 5-2 to end the program.

Manatee County1 week ago

The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center is at capacity with the amount of sea turtles being treated, according to officials with the center. (Spectrum News)

Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center at capacity, according to The Florida Aquarium

Prior to now, the previous record for turtles being treated at one time was around 30. Now, 55 are being treated.

2:47

Hillsborough County1 week ago

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander successfully landed on the moon on Sunday, March 02, 2025. (Firefly Aerospace)

WATCH: Firefly Aerospace releases Blue Ghost moon landing video

Firefly Aerospace released the moon landing video that was caught by its Blue Ghost lunar lander.

Brevard County1 week ago

STARSHIP IN FLORIDA

SpaceX is planning to launch its famed Starship from Florida's Space Coast later in 2025. (File photo)

STARSHIP IN FLORIDA

STARSHIP IN FLORIDA

SpaceX plans Starship Super Heavy launch from Florida in late 2025

SpaceX also announced it is expanding its Roberts Road facilities with a 100-acre project, which includes two major new buildings.

Brevard County1 week ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

An American flag flies over the Florida Capitol, Tuesday April 23, 2019 in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, File)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: DeSantis gets ready to lay out his agenda, lawmakers get back to work in Tallahassee on Tuesday

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:01

Florida1 week ago

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket lifted off the Starlink 12-20 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Sunday, March 02, 2025. (SpaceX)

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SpaceX's rocket booster lost after Starlink launch

The Falcon 9's first-stage booster B1086 had five missions before its destruction.

0:58

Brevard County1 week ago

KC Chic Designs features jewelry inspired by New York and the series,

Tampa Bay jewelry company taking lux designs to the Oscars

A former teacher is heading to the top of the class, preparing to share her collection with celebrities at the Oscars this year.

2:03

Hillsborough County1 week ago

Patrick Myers will bring Freddie Mercury's showmanship — and vocals — to Daytona Beach. (Photo Courtesy: Killer Queen)

5 things to know about Queen tribute band, Killer Queen

The next best thing to Freddie Mercury and Queen is coming to Volusia County.

1:10

Volusia County1 week ago

VETERINARIAN SHORTAGE

According to studies, there is a veterinary shortage. Dogs Inc provided an educational tour to show students what it is like to be a vet. (Spectrum Bay News 9/Julia Hazel)

VETERINARIAN SHORTAGE

VETERINARIAN SHORTAGE

Dogs Inc hosts pre-vet college students for educational tour

According to studies, there is a veterinary shortage. Dogs Inc provided an educational tour to show students what it is like to be a vet.

2:41

Manatee County1 week ago

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander successfully landed on the moon on Sunday, March 02, 2025. It will spend 14 days on the moon, using NASA's 10 payloads to learn more about Earth's rocky sister. Speaking of, Earth can be seen in this photo. (Firefly Aerospace)

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander makes history with moon landing

“Y'all stuck the landing. We’re on the moon,” said a Blue Ghost team member.

Brevard County1 week ago

Motorcycle enthusiasts from across the country will be roaring into Daytona Beach this weekend for Bike Week. The event is happening through March 9. (Spectrum News/Destiny Wiggins)

Bike Week expected to bring big crowds, more traffic to Daytona Beach

Law enforcement officials are reminding residents in the area and visitors at the motorcycle event to be extra vigilant.

2:38

Volusia County1 week ago

Jordan Markus, who performs the role of Michael Jackson in

Remember the time: Memory of Michael Jackson lives on in 'MJ the Musical'

Jordan Markus portrays the King of Pop and says that getting to portray him in the musical is "a huge honor."

2:09

Tampa1 week ago

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Sr. Mary McNally meets with a St. Anthony's patient prior to her discharge from the hospital. (Spectrum News/Erin Murray)

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

At 80, Sr. Mary McNally continues faithful service at BayCare's St. Anthony's Hospital

Sr. Mary McNally has believed in the BayCare mission from day one, helping found the health system.

3:15

Pinellas County1 week ago

Orlando Police responded to a call of a man carrying an AR-15-style rifle early Saturday morning. (Spectrum News/Philip Petersen)

Police: man with AR-15 shot to death overnight in Orlando

The incident happened early Saturday morning near Highland Avenue and East Colonial Drive.

0:56

Orlando1 week ago

HURRICANE RECOVERY

Ricky T's Bar and Grill reopened for the first time since Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida. This week marked five months since the storm devastated the barrier islands. (Spectrum News/Sarah Blazonis)

HURRICANE RECOVERY

HURRICANE RECOVERY

Treasure Island's Ricky T's opens for first time since Hurricane Helene

The owner says the grand reopening is at least a month away, but the bar and grill will be open on certain days.

2:57

Pinellas County1 week ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

President Donald Trump waits to greet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, in Washington. (Carl Court/Pool via AP)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Trump, Vance end meeting with Zelenskyy after fiery exchange, and a young Republicans group in Tampa extends a controversial invitation to Andrew Tate

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:37

Florida1 week ago

Terrica Williams and her son Czar Glanton got to attend the Super Bowl after their football training videos on Instagram went viral. (Courtesy: Terrica Williams)

Viral football-training mom and son from Polk County live out Super Bowl dream

9-year-old Czar Glanton and his mom Terrica Williams went viral with their Instagram football training videos.

2:15

Polk County1 week ago

FIRESTONE GRAND PRIX

Pole sitter Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden #2 of United States warms up for the IndyCar Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg auto race, Sunday March 10, 2024, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson)

FIRESTONE GRAND PRIX

FIRESTONE GRAND PRIX

2025 Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg: What you need to know

Rev up those engines. The Firestone Grand Prix is here.

Pinellas County1 week ago

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

President Donald Trump waits to greet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, in Washington. (Carl Court/Pool via AP)

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Trump meets with the U.K. Prime Minister, and Rep. Byron Donalds announces a plan to take on the CFPB

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

20:47

Florida1 week ago

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SpaceX sent up the Starlink 12-13 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. (SpaceX)

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SPACEX STARLINK LAUNCH

SpaceX launches maiden flight of new rocket booster for Starlink launch

SpaceX sent up the Starlink 12-13 mission from Space Launch Complex 40.

Brevard County2 weeks ago