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A federal judge fast-tracks the censure lawsuit for January, prompting a premature victory lap from the plaintiff while the official docket remains silent on an immediate injunction.
Palm Bay Recreation and local partners host a morning of pancakes, photos, and holiday cheer on December 13.
Lane closures begin today between Minton and San Filippo.
City council agenda features a $1.1 million legal judgment, over $2 million in unbudgeted utility costs, a major police expansion, and a state mandate removing local control over sober home approvals.
Phones down, systems offline. Watch the 90-second explainer on how to navigate the upcoming infrastructure upgrade.
The Palm Bay Police Department's first-ever Citizens Academy starts February 3rd. We detail the eight-week curriculum, who should apply, and the mandatory notarized forms required for submission.
FPL and Pike Construction will conduct utility maintenance impacting six residential locations from December 1 through December 5, 2025, requiring daily lane closures between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Nighttime paving operations will shut down key I-95 on and off-ramps on Monday and Wednesday nights. This essential guide details the official FDOT detour routes you must plan for now.
Residents press for better communication on everything from sober homes to bus stops, while the City prepares for 20% departmental cuts.
The Palm Bay Thanksgiving schedule includes City Hall closures on Thursday and Friday, while Republic Services shifts Thursday routes to Saturday.
The Palm Bay City Council approves a $3 million grant agreement for Malabar Road design and launches a new citizen academy, but tensions flared over developer loopholes and accountability.
Mayor Rob Medina has selected the Essential Pregnancy Center as the 2026 Mayor’s Ball beneficiary, inviting the community to support a local faith-based organization focused on family resources.