Northwest Florida expert warns against using cell phones as ‘babysitters’ for children
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A new study from the Journal Pediatrics looked into the side effects of cell phone use by children. Researchers found that children with their own phones face a greater risk of developing health challenges. The study also found that kids of the same age who didn't have...
Escambia County crackdown targets super-speeders and DUIs
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Dec. 1, 2025 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — The Florida Highway Patrol made 16 arrests and issued 10 citations during an enforcement detail Thanksgiving weekend, according to an FHP news release. The goal was to target DUIs and aggressive driving on Interstate 110 in Escambia...
NAVARRE FISHING REPORT MONDAY 12-1-25
SPECIAL NOTICE: The Navarre pier is open from 5 am until 8 pm daily. Visit Navarre Newspaper, you will find the local weather report and local information about the emerald coast of Destin, Ft Walton, Navarre, Gulf Breeze and Pensacola. This fishing report is updated during the day. This is...
5th Annual Beulah Bash scheduled for December
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Dec. 1, 2025 ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — The 5th Annual Beulah Bash is set to take place on Dec. 13 at the Escambia County Equestrian Center. According to a news release, the event will feature over 100 craft vendors, a judged car show, food trucks, […]
Pensacola felon sentenced on drug, gun charges
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A Pensacola man who was previously convicted of a felony has been sentenced to prison time on gun and drug charges, according to the Department of Justice. A DOJ news release said 32-year-old John Cody Hawthorne previously pleaded guilty to possession of firearms and ammunition by a convicted...
Police explain Pensacola homeless advocate arrest, say officer intended to issue warning
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Pensacola Police is explaining Monday that the officer who arrested a community activist Friday night at a food giveaway had initially only planned to issue a warning. WEAR News reported over the weekend that 49-year-old Michael Kimberl is charged with violating a city ordinance and resisting arrest.
Ballet Pensacola Presents The Nutcracker
A Timeless Holiday Tradition Returns to the Saenger Theatre. Ballet Pensacola is proud to announce the return of its beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, taking the stage at the Saenger Theatre December 19–21, 2025. A cherished tradition for families across the Gulf Coast, this year’s production promises new...
Florida Blue Foundation Funds Mental Health Program at Studer Children’s Hospital
Studer Family Children’s Hospital has received a four-year grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to establish a new mental health support program for children and families facing serious health challenges across Northwest Florida. Details: The grant will fund the Sacred Support program, which adds a licensed mental...
Community Angels fill Mayflower truck with donations for food drive, providing 50K meals
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- By the hundreds you came. It was just knowing that someone, somewhere in our community might not have food to eat that brought out the Angels In Our Midst. We never take your kindness and generosity for granted and always want to express our gratitude. Before the...
String Of Rainy Days Begins
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - TUESDAY - Heavy rain and thunderstorms began overnight into Tuesday morning for areas to our west, like Mobile and Pensacola. A frontal boundary began pushing those thunderstorms east through the early morning hours. As of the late morning, our thunderstorms and rain have mostly moved...
