Tropical Storm Erin took a westward shift as it is expected to gain strength and become a hurricane by Aug. 14 or Aug. 15.

Brevard's first Tommy Bahama is opening this weekend. See where the upscale clothing store is located, what's planned for opening day.

The Brevard Zoo was granted an extension to break ground on its planned aquarium at Port Canaveral, potentially pushing the construction to next year.

Jim Liesenfelt's performance in the lead role as interim since former county manager Frank Abbate retired in May was praised by county leaders.