Pensacola FL

—Escambia County native to co-lead economic development platform in David Jolly’s gubernatorial bid— The announcement positions May as a significant voice in a campaign that’s centering its message on affordability, education, and economic opportunity across Florida. From Local Leadership to Statewide Influence....

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves is asking Palafox landlords to give businesses on the street a break on rent, and he is asking private parking lot owners to provide discounts during the construction of the "Reimagine Palafox" project. Reeves sent a letter laying out his two specific requests to property owners this week,...

An intriguing event has caught the attention of many on social media. A mid-air explosion was reportedly seen over the Gulf about an hour ago, with the sighting being made from I-10. The observer who reported this was quick to note that there were no re-entries scheduled for that day, adding an extra layer of mystery...

GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Thousands of vehicles travel the Three Mile Bridge every day. Many motorists know that once you enter Gulf Breeze, you need to follow the 35 mile per hour speed limit. If you don't, you could get pulled over. That's what happened to Congressman Jimmy Patronis recently....

It’s easy to think that rising interest rates mean it’s the wrong time to buy a home, but if you look past the headlines, you’ll find something different happening right here in Pensacola. The truth? Opportunity doesn’t disappear in a changing market, it simply shifts. On The Zimmern Team, we’ve seen every type of...

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’: Top Stories from Nov. 4, 2025 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Pensacola first responders are working the scene of a motorcycle vs. truck crash that resulted in a fire. News 5 has learned that the motorcycle driver allegedly fled from police after they tried to stop them, but ended up hitting […]

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near pensacola.

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A local food bank is stepping up to help those hit hardest by the government shutdown. Manna Food Bank, along with Pen Air Credit Union, is helping with a food distribution for furloughed employees and military who are feeling the impact. Cars lining up early at Pen...

A Pensacola, Fla. man was arrested Nov. 1 on possession of drug charges, according to the Atmore Police Department. Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Thames Stone, 45, was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug...

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A 32-year-old man is charged for a shooting in Escambia County in late October. Olvin-Adonay Rojas was arrested Saturday and charged with attempted homicide and firing a gun in public. He is in Escambia County Jail, where he also has a hold for ICE. The shooting...