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In Brevard County, a brushfire that started in the woods behind Enterprise Court, off John Rodes Boulevard in Melbourne has forced some evacuations. (Spectrum News/Greg Pallone)

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Fires scorching Brevard and Volusia as dry conditions persist

Crews in Volusia are working to contain a 270-acre wildfire near New Smyrna Beach. The Brevard Supervisor of Elections office has been evacuated.

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North winds will bring our temperatures back to the low 80s on Wednesday.

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The Chronos Portal stands at the entrance of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's fourth theme park. (Spectrum News/Anna Wronka)

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An 'epic' adventure: what to know about Universal Orlando's Epic Universe

Get ready to explore new worlds at Epic Universe, set to open May 22. Here's a guide on what to expect before you start your journey.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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Stardust Racers in Celestial Park at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Celestial Park at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment in Dark Universe at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Dark Universe at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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The new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, located at Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla. (Spectrum News)

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New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

The 500-room hotel overlooks Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.

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President Donald Trump speaks during the Commander-in-Chief trophy presentation to the Navy Midshipman football team in the East Room of the White House, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Trump says he wants to give money and airplane tickets to immigrants who 'self-deport'

He also says he wants to get those who are "good" back in the U.S., a break from his usual hardline immigration rhetoric.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio talks to the reporters at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Friday, April 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, Pool)

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Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris for talks on the war in Ukraine

The pair will have “talks with European counterparts to advance President Trump’s goal to end the Russia-Ukraine war and stop the bloodshed."

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Immigrant rights groups seek to stop IRS data sharing

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Immigrant rights groups seek to stop IRS data sharing

Last week, the Treasury secretary and Homeland Security secretary signed an agreement to share immigrants' tax information.

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A view along the border Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Douglas, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

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Border deployment vehicle accident kills two service members, third in critical condition

The troops are deployed there in support of President Donald Trump’s executive order to secure the U.S.-Mexico border.

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Former U.S. President Joe Biden speaks at the Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled conference in Chicago, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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Biden warns that Trump administration 'taking hatchet' to Social Security

“In fewer than 100 days, this new administration has done so much damage and so much destruction. It's kind of breathtaking," Biden said on Tuesday.

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Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks with reporters at the White House, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

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Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

The lawsuit follows weeks of feuding between the administration and Democratic Gov. Janet Mills that has led to threats to cut off federal funding.

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Marion Calder and Susan Smith from For Women Scotland, celebrate outside the Supreme Court to challenge gender recognition laws, in London, Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

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U.K.'s top court says definition of a woman is based on biological sex and excludes transgender people

But the court added that its ruling does not remove discrimination protections for transgender people.

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South African law enforcement officers walk inside a yard of the house where an American missionary, Josh Sullivan, was being held in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, South Africa, Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo)

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U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued after police shootout

Three unnamed individuals were fatally injured in a high-intensity shootout

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Florida's Jonah Gadjovich (12) strips the puck from Tampa Bay goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) and defenseman Victor Hedman (77) during the third period of the Lightning's 5-1 win Tuesday night. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

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Deja Vu: Lightning, Panthers set for another Stanley Cup Playoffs battle

The Lightning-Panthers series will start at Amalie Arena, although the complete schedule hasn't been announced yet.

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'Smart move for the nation:' Florida Council of 100 backs NASA HQ move to 'mission-critical operations' in Florida

The nonprofit sent a letter to state leaders with more than 125 signatures urging NASA headquarters to move to Florida.

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New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

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The hummingbird migration is underway

The long annual journey northward continues for the Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds.

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Trump calls Harvard a 'joke' as other elite universities line up behind the institution amid escalating feud

Stanford, Princeton, Columbia and more are speaking out to express support for Harvard amid the battle with the Trump administration.

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Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves

The Fed chairman said Trump's tariffs are "significantly larger than anticipated" and will likely result in higher inflation and slower growth.

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro visits the Hershey Company's new manufacturing plant in Hershey, Pa., Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

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Arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's residence prompts an independent security review

A judge denied bail and ordered Cody Balmer held on charges including attempted homicide, terrorism and arson.

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U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia (Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post via AP, File)

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Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order

Judge James E. Boasberg threatened to launch hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution.

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Nvidia drags Wall Street down as United Airlines says it's impossible to predict this year's economy

The S&P 500 fell 0.9% Wednesday, and the Dow dipped 74 points.

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Trump calls Harvard a 'joke' as other elite universities line up behind the institution amid escalating feud

Stanford, Princeton, Columbia and more are speaking out to express support for Harvard amid the battle with the Trump administration.

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Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves

The Fed chairman said Trump's tariffs are "significantly larger than anticipated" and will likely result in higher inflation and slower growth.

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Arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's residence prompts an independent security review

A judge denied bail and ordered Cody Balmer held on charges including attempted homicide, terrorism and arson.

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Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order

Judge James E. Boasberg threatened to launch hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution.

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Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris for talks on the war in Ukraine

The pair will have “talks with European counterparts to advance President Trump’s goal to end the Russia-Ukraine war and stop the bloodshed."

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U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued after police shootout

Three unnamed individuals were fatally injured in a high-intensity shootout

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President Donald Trump gestures to the crowd as he departs from an event on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, April 14, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

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Trump says he's joining Bessent and Lutnick for trade negotiations with Japanese at the White House

Japan's 24% across-the-board tariff is on hold, but a 10% baseline tariff and a 25% tariff on cars, auto parts, steel and aluminum remains in place.

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U.K.'s top court says definition of a woman is based on biological sex and excludes transgender people

But the court added that its ruling does not remove discrimination protections for transgender people.

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Blueberries are ripening at u-pick farms throughout Central Florida. (Spectrum News/Virginia Johnson)