Pensacola Cuban restaurant owner criticizes Cuban regime amid blackouts, fuel shortages
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- U.S. pressure on Cuba is growing, as the island says it has run out of oil. Cuba's power grid collapsed in March and plunged eastern provinces into a major blackout -- partly because of the U.S.'s energy blockade on the island. It's the sixth major nationwide blackout...
Feeding the Gulf Coast and ECAT team up to help with food insecurity
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WALA) - As prices continue to rise, many in the area are feeling the strain financially. Feeding the Gulf Coast is working to help those dealing with food insecurity. “1 in 5, 1 in 6 people are facing hunger in our community. It’s even higher among children with...
3 recent fallen Northwest Florida deputies honored at memorial in Washington DC
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- A resolution passed this week by the U.S. House of Representatives honors fallen law enforcement officers -- including three Northwest Florida deputies who passed away in 2025. The National Peace Officers' Memorial Service was held in Washington DC -- shining a light on those killed...
Great white shark tracked near coast of Pensacola Beach
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — It’s that time of year when great white sharks are migrating out of the Gulf of Mexico, but some are lingering in local waters off the coast of Pensacola Beach, providing researchers with data to better understand their behavior and movements. A 9-foot, 9-inch great white shark named Percy swam
Wawa to open Pensacola store with grand celebration, free T-shirts and coffee (details)
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from May 14, 2026 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A new Wawa location is set to open in Pensacola with a grand celebration, including free t-shirts and coffee. According to a Wawa news release, the grand opening will take place on Thursday, May 21, beginning at 7:55 a.m. […]
UWF Prof Earns U.S. Patent for Early Alzheimer’s Detection
UWF Professor Patents Brain-Wave Test for Early Alzheimer’s Detection. Dr. James Arruda’s 29-year research journey has yielded a non-invasive, low-cost EEG platform that may detect cognitive decline years before symptoms appear. A University of West Florida psychology professor has cleared a major hurdle on the path to
Escambia County schools in race to recruit more students as parents turn to other...
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- New statewide education data shows public school enrollment in Florida is on the decline. More Florida parents are turning to other options, like private and homeschooling. According to tallahasseereports.com, Escambia County Public Schools (ECPS) has lost 10% of its students since 2018. That a
UF project aims to give Pensacola Beach early alerts for Vibrio bacteria in water
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. -- A team of research scientists from the University of Florida were in town Thursday collecting water samples at Pensacola Beach. The goal of their research is to eventually create an early warning system for Vibrio vulnificus that could alert people of high concentrations a month in advance.
Tiny home village opens doors to new batch of houses – each comes fully...
A BRAND new tiny home village hosted its ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this month, with nine mini residences officially move-in ready. Each of the tiny homes is fully-equipped with everything a tenant could need, and rent runs just $500 per month. Called Trinity Village, the new tiny home community created by...
Oakley’s Wine Bar And Bistro Offers Elevated Expeience In Elberta
The people behind Oakley’s Wine Cellar in Elberta have brought an elevated dining experience to Baldwin County with Oakley’s Wine Bar and Bistro, Gulf Coast Media reports. At 25022 State Street in Downtown Elberta behind Oakley’s Wine Cellar, the restaurant was originally planned to offer pizzas, charcuteries and flatb
