UPDATE: Shelter-in-place advisory in Gulf Breeze lifted
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Feb. 24, 2026 UPDATE: A shelter-in-place advisory for some residents in Gulf Breeze has been lifted, News 5 has learned. PREVIOUS REPORTING GULF BREEZE, Fla. (WKRG) — The Florida Highway Patrol has issued an advisory for some residents in Gulf Breeze. According to the FHP,...
Escambia County issues public notice after Army Corps detects munitions near Fort Pickens
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A report from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says pieces of military history are being detected on land and off the coast of Fort Pickens. Now, Escambia County is issuing a public notice about the munitions. They want to help the public make informed decisions when in those areas. It's...
Contractor strikes 4-inch gas main in Gulf Breeze, causing temporary shutdown of Hwy 98
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- A contractor hit a 4-inch main causing a significant gas leak in Gulf Breeze Tuesday afternoon. The gas leak caused a temporary shutdown of Highway 98 (Gulf Breeze Parkway) just west of Soundside Drive, according to the Midway Fire District. Both lanes were closed so crews...
What will Gulf Breeze be like in 2030? Takeaways from the city’s five-year plan
Having assessed the desires of its residents, the city of Gulf Breeze has developed a five-year strategic plan focused heavily on addressing climate-related challenges while expanding recreational opportunities and celebrating a rich heritage. In the foreword to its 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, author Joshua Smith notes...
Lifesaver 5 Helicopter Crashes Into AL Home, Three Hurt
A helicopter crash in Evergreen on Sunday afternoon left a road closed as emergency responders worked the scene, according to the city’s fire department. The crash occurred at about 3:12 p.m. on South Main Road in Evergreen, impacting a private residence, according to a news release from the city.
Pensacola man charged with murdering prison cellmate while serving time for 2016 killing
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- A Pensacola man serving time for a 2016 killing is now charged with murdering his cellmate in the Santa Rosa Correctional Institution. Nicholas O’Quinn, 35, was booked into Santa Rosa County Jail in late January on a second-degree murder charge. He remains in jail with a hold for the...
Foley woman killed in Gulf Shores crash identified
Video above: Is driving safer than other modes of transportation? FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — The woman who died in a car crash in Gulf Shores Saturday has been identified, according to authorities. News 5 has learned that 60-year-old Lynette Marie Falcon of Foley died in the crash, which occurred Feb. 21 at 7:14 a.m. in […]
Pensacon announces dates for 14th annual convention, initial guests including voice of Hello Kitty
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Pensacon 2026 wrapped up Sunday and has already announced the dates and first confirmed guests for Pensacon 2027. Pensacon will return for its 14th year Feb. 19-21, 2027 in downtown Pensacola. During a press conference at the Pensacola Bay Center Sunday, organizers announced six...
UWF professor honored with prestigious national mentoring award
University of West Florida’s Dr. Giang-Nguyen Nguyen, professor in the UWF School of Education, was named the recipient of the Duaine C. Lang Distinguished Mentoring Award presented by the Leadership Foundation for Teacher Education. The national award recognizes Nguyen’s extraordinary commitment to mentorship within...
Escambia County waives pet adoption fees for ‘National Love Your Pet Day’
Video above: Tips for traveling in an RV with your pet pals ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Escambia County residents looking to adopt a pet can do so without adoption fees this week as the Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare celebrates “National Love Your Pet Day,” according to Escambia County officials. The...
