595-pound blue marlin wins Florida Panhandle crew $240,850 at tourney
After releasing two blue marlins, the third marlin was the one that put Set A Course in the winner's circle of the 30th annual Orange Beach Billfish Classic on May 16 at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Angler and owner David Pearson landed a 595.8-pound blue marlin to win the...
Pensacola doctors urge Gulf Coast residents to use sunscreen and watch for skin changes
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- As we inch closer to the summer heat and more people spend time outside, doctors are reminding everyone to protect their skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S., but experts say catching it early can make a big difference. Along the...
23-year-old Pensacola man arrested for fatal Whataburger parking lot shooting
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A 23-year-old Pensacola man is charged for a November 2025 shooting outside a Whataburger in Escambia County that left one person dead and another hospitalized. Deputies arrested Ja'Kobe Edward on Tuesday on a charge of Homicide - Murder while Engaged in Robbery. He is being held...
Presser Takeaways: New Palafox Cuts Ribbon, Airport Gets $9M
Palafox Finishes Strong, Airport Lands $9 Million Federal Grant. Mayor Reeves announces a small-business ribbon-cutting this Friday as the New Palafox Project nears its incentivized completion date, while Pensacola International secures its largest single grant award to date. Mayor D.C. Reeves opened his Tuesday mornin
Dianne Smith: From The Messenger’s Files: Trojans embark on canoe trip
In April 1972, Bill Estes and Dick Byrd embarked on a 200-mile canoe journey with the fin. Taking a canoe on a 200-mile trip may not be some people’s idea of working, but for Richard (Dick) Byrd and Bill Estes, it will be. The canoe trip, which will take the two from Troy to Pensacola, began this morning.
Escambia County to vote on backing Lakeview grant request to fund new mental health...
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Escambia County commissioners are set to vote this week on supporting a request that would bring more mental health services to the area. If approved, the county would sign off on Lakeview Center's grant request to fund three new mental health positions. Lakeview Center has applied for...
Deputies, EOD squad investigate possible explosive device in Escambia County neighborhood
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- Deputies are investigating a possible explosive device in an Escambia County neighborhood Tuesday evening. The Escambia County Sheriff's Office received a report about a potential bomb in the area of Tampico Way and Tampico Boulevard. They responded to the area at approximately 9:32 p.m. An Exp
Candlelight vigil to be held for 3-year-old allegedly killed by uncle in Escambia County
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from May 19, 2026 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Community members are set to gather to honor the life of a three-year-old boy who died in Escambia County in March. According to a news release, a candlelight vigil will be held for Orlin Hernandez Reyes on Friday, May […]
LOCAL WEATHER REPORT TUESDAY 5-19-26
Local weather report for Tuesday, May 19. This report updates during the day. Today our temperature will range from a low of 69° to a high of 84°. Sunrise is 5:51 AM and Sunset 7:37 PM . Sun and clouds 5% chance of rain in the morning, 15% chance of rain in the afternoon and 10% chance of rain during the evening.
Pensacola Civic Band Invites Community to 11th Annual Memorial Day Concert
The Pensacola Civic Band invites the community to gather for the 11th Annual Pensacola Memorial Day Concert, a cherished annual tradition honoring the courage, sacrifice, and service of America’s military heroes. The free community concert will take place on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, at 1 p.m. at...
