SpaceX launches new round of satellites into orbit 

On Saturday morning, SpaceX sent its 15th batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. 

• The satellites provide high-speed internet access to remote places around the world.

• SpaceX plans on putting thousands of these satellites into space.

Space Coast locals say they love seeing more launches. “I was in awe. Once the rocket went up and the sound came over, it just hit, you know? It rumbled in your body. It was awesome! I was excited,” one local said to the press.

Antonio Brown pens one-year contract with Buccaneers

This week, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Antonio Brown, the wide receiver who has been involved in a number of controversies both on and off the field. 

• The Buc’s quarterback, Tom Brady, has been pushing for the team to sign his old teammate. And with a number of the Bucs star receivers on the sideline, the team needed someone else.

While the terms of the contract still need to be finalized, Brown is set to make his Bucs debut on November 8th against the New Orleans Saints.

Here’s a list of Halloween events in Tampa 

Even with the virus, the horror show must go on. So here’s a short list of the best Halloween events in the city. 

• Howl-O-Scream: Busch Garden’s house of terrors will take place outdoors and will feature 4 entirely new attractions. Runs until November 1st. 

• Scream-A-Geddon: Florida’s most popular––and most frightening––haunted park, Scream-A-Geddon will have you jumping out of your skin. And be sure to check out their new attraction, Ravenhill Asylum. Runs until November 1st. 

• Haunted River Tour: The 45-minute ride is guided by spooky actors who will regale frightened guests about the city’s haunted history. Available only on the weekends in October. 

Click here for even more options.

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Mom defends her family in armed robbery 

This past week, Ansley Pacheco was in the bathroom when a pair of robbers broke into her home and pulled guns on her friends and family. The family’s home surveillance system captured what happened next.

• Pacheco grabs a handgun from her bedroom and begins shouting at the robbers. 

• The robbers start shooting at Pacheco from the room over. 

• Then the suspects are seen fleeing the scene of the crime. 

Luckily no one was hurt, including Pacheco’s kids. Click here to read more and see the video.

Rays’ Randy Arozarena sets new record for most bases in postseason 

Randy Arozarena, the star rookie for the Tampa Bay Rays, is starting to rack up the records. In game 3 of the World Series on Friday, Azorarena hit a home-run to earn his 52nd total base of the postseason. 

• In addition to most bases, Arozarena also has 23 hits, breaking Derek Jeter’s rookie record in 1996. 

• Arozarena’s eight home runs also ties three other players in the postseason. 

In an interview with the press, the manager for the Rays’ said, “There is still no explanation for it. I've heard some of the names he's tied with or passing. That's pretty special territory."

Tampa Bay wins Game 4 of World Series with remarkable comeback

Watch the game-winning hit here.