Pensacola FL

MILTON, Fla. -- A troubling trend is on the rise in one Santa Rosa County community. Police say scammers are finding new ways to swindle money from senior citizens in Milton. Milton Police Chief Jennifer Frank says there are two scams that officers are noticing. One of them is unlike anything the department has seen...

It's a weird world for sure, and October is the weirdest time of all. How else do you explain kittens chilling with humans watching horror flicks or couples carving pumpkins while 12 feet under water? And no, you're not holding your breath. All certified divers are invited to compete in Dive Pros' 36th Underwater...

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Pensacola High School is getting a new magnet school, and it's recruiting applicants for the 2026-27 school year. It's been more than 20 years since a new public magnet school was established in Escambia County. Applications are opening next week for the new middle school scholars magnet program at...

To open a business takes resilience, dedication, and a hunger for success. At just 20 years old, Eriyona embodies these qualities as the confident owner and operator of Garden Grounds, a new organic coffee food truck in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Unlike traditional cafes, Eriyona’s vision focuses on sustainable, organic...

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Two Pensacola plumbers helped catch a suspected car burglar on Friday, and it was caught on camera. One of the victims flagged the plumbers down, asking to call 911. Police say the plumbers were fixing a water main at an apartment complex when they were flagged down...

Books By the Bay, Northwest Florida’s largest literary event, returns to Pensacola for its third year with a lineup of award-winning national, state and regional writers showcased in a new venue. The free festival slated for Saturday, March 28, is moving to Bayview Park, Pensacola’s popular park on Bayou Texar.

Ten student transportation professionals are in the running for EverDriven's first-ever Modern Student Transportation Awards, a recognition program spotlighting school district leaders who are embracing modern tools, inclusive practices, and a commitment to safety and accessibility. The awards recognize district...

Thanks to The Zimmern Team, known for their deep local roots and community involvement, we’ve put together a list of Pensacola family friendly trick or treat events and neighborhoods that truly embrace Halloween night. Whether you’re new to town or just scouting for the streets with the best decorations (and the...

The person who was shot, 21-year-old Jamir Jackson of Pensacola, was pronounced deceased at a local hospital, police said.

PENSACOLA, Ala. (WALA) - A 5-year-old boy was critically injured Tuesday night when he was struck by a pickup truck on Valle Escondido Drive in Pensacola, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. This happened just before 9 p.m. The highway patrol said the child was standing in the roadway in...